Engraving
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What considerations should be made when using a “vent to air” exhaust system in an engraving shop?
“Vent to air” systems use a simple blower or fan available from your local hardware and industrial supply stores. These…
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Rules for Keeping the Laser and Operator Healthy: Materials and substrates
We can avoid bad incidents with a few special safety rules. In terms of materials and substrates, here are a…
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Education
Use a Braille Translator – It’s the Law
Don’t try to save money by avoiding the use of a Braille translator. The law requires that all Braille be…
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Reduce Run Times with the DPI Setting
DPI is a common engraving resolution setting that can have dramatic effects on engraving run times. Many substrates such as…
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What are some unique productive features on new laser systems?
Consider features like an adjustable exhaust plenum, a lighting system inside the laser, and air/nitrogen assist. These are features that…
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Education
Say Yes to the ADA! Adding ADA signage to your business
Back in 1991, when rumors started circulating in the engraving industry that a new law called the “ADA” might put…
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Common Applications for Industrial Laser Engraving
If you’re looking to expand your laser engraving operations, consider product or process identification markets. With industrial applications, your customer…
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Pricing for Engraved Products to Satisfy You and Your Customer
Of course, the ultimate goal for any engraving business is to make money. To do so, you need to set…
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What are the most common types of cutters?
Here are the common types of cutters: Diamond Drag – Produces a traditional, clean, and detailed engraving into a variety of…
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Education
Safety Precautions for Laser Operators: Smoke and carbon monoxide
Anything that burns, gives off smoke, carbon monoxide, flames, or fumes requires special safety precautions – lasers are no different. Although…
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How have laser manufacturers improved the cutting abilities of their systems?
Wood, acrylic, fabric, plastic, and so much more can be laser cut to their specifications. Using improved system firmware, software,…
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Education
Engraving Templates: Finding the right contour
The transfer of the workpiece contours into your graphics program is a key factor in creating templates. There are several methods:…
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What are the basic steps to engraving add-on embellishments for plaques?
For add-on engraved embellishments on plaques: Mount a wood strip (recommended: 1/8-inch thick alder wood sheet that is 4 inches wide…
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Education
Try This: Engrave and Paint-Fill a Compact Mirror
Mirrors are all around us. From a small compact mirror to large home décor pieces and furniture – there are…
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How to Create Tactile Characters
For the tactile characters, use appliqué with top-quality adhesive. Remove the plaques from the engraver immediately and weed away the…
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Education
Financial Steps for Replacing a Laser Part
There are some laser parts that wear out that do not prevent you from a day of lasering yet need…
