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Shop Talk: Uses for an Industrial Duty Laser
A sign shop laser cutter can be used for a wide variety of applications, from basic engraving to cutting acrylic…
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Standoff Systems: Give Your Signs a Lift
Standoff systems may, at first appearance, be an industry tool, but once you see one, they become ubiquitous. “When you…
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What is the easiest way to sew round patches onto hats?
In truth, depending on the cap this can be quite difficult, but there are a few tips that may help…
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What should I know about creating ADA signage for tactile readers?
Next time you are in a public space with ADA signs, take note of how tactile sign text looks and…
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What is the difference between a pressure pot blaster and a siphon-fed blaster?
Pressure pot blasters work faster (up to four times faster) than siphon-fed blasters. Further, pressure pots allow for more control of…
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How can selling my sublimated goods to a group for fundraising at wholesale be a win-win-win?
Fundraising is selling your products to a group or organization (school, church, clubs, etc.) at a wholesale price. The organization…
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Rotary Engrave a Brass Door Plate
Brass door plates offer a sleek, traditional sign style that never goes out of popularity. To engrave one with a…
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What are the best practices for lasering textured outdoor sheet metal?
Textured outdoor materials for signs are tougher and cost more than regular engraving material. It also takes more time to…
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What can I do to prevent error caused by moisture when sublimating soft substrates?
To eliminate moisture in your soft substrate and eliminate any wrinkles, here are some helpful pointers that should be practiced regularly……
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Why would I choose photoresist film over laser tape for sandcarving?
Photoresist allows for more options overall. Because there are multiple options for film thicknesses with photoresist, you can get better…
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Sublimation Tip: Track all of your costs
The biggest factor in understanding how to price a sublimated product is tracking all of your costs. Let’s say you are…
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How can I avoid humidity problems when sublimating?
Moisture can make a mess of your sublimated supplies, so it’s always good to make sure humidity is kept to…
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Try This: Laser-Cut Neckties
With Father’s Day fast approaching, help your customers ditch that boring old necktie for dad this year. Using your laser…
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Top 5 Troubleshooting Tips for Non-Compressed Air or Abrasive in Sandcarving
Note: Depending on your sandcarving system, these procedures may vary. Check the regulator – is it turned off? Make certain that…
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