Education
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What settings on my fiber laser are best to engrave a stainless-steel tumbler?
There is definitely a balance to power and speed; if you run too slow or with too much power, you…
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What are the most popular items to laser engrave this year?
Laser engraving has changed dramatically this year. Marble and granite used to be popular, but they aren’t anymore. Our most…
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What substrates should I stay away from when engraving with a CO2 laser?
Substrates to stay away from processing on a CO2 laser include fiberglass reinforced plastic (RFP) and carbon fiber. Plastics that…
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What are some ways businesses can stand out from the crowd?
Give these four simple methods a try: Take a different approach. When you know you are going up against others…
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What are some things my engraving shop can do for the military?
Dealing with or selling your services to the military can be a complex labyrinth of paperwork, contacts, and red tape.…
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How can I accommodate a lower budget project for glass awards?
Just because a customer is in the market for a “lower end product” does not mean that they will get…
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What should I know before I buy a UV printer?
It might help to start the business with some background on the experience of printing, press, material, color proof, etc.…
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What can a decorator do about poor transfer application?
When customers reach out to us about transfer application issues, either the transfers were not fully bonded to the garment…
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The Benefits of Creating Mock-Ups
Mock-ups are a good idea for several reasons, including: Mock-ups expedite the approval process. It can serve as the proof…
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What is a common problem that sandcarvers face?
Blasting too many different substrates like bricks and glass in the same cabinet can cause quite a few problems. Try…
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What is the difference between chemical etching and engraving?
Chemical etching works by creating a mask layer containing the artwork on the surface of the material and spraying the…
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Can competition be a good thing for my awards business?
Think about what it would be like if there was no competition in the consumer marketplace. Prices would be the…
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The Profitability of Producing Stamps
The profit margin provided by sales of hand stamps or self-inking stamps should cause any awards and engraving retailer to…
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Setting Up a Line of Credit
You should set up a line of credit prior to the time you actually need it. Your credit is another…
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What purpose do different thicknesses of films serve when sandcarving?
Films vary in development process, thickness, and adhesion depending on the need of the project. Each of these variables allows…
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Is there a cheaper option when investing in a fiber laser?
One option for financing is leasing your equipment. Leasing doesn’t mean that you have to return the equipment at the…
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