Routing / Cutting
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News
AXYZ Hosts Innovator Webinar
On Dec. 3 and 10, at 9 a.m. ET, AXYZ hosts Innovator: Full Scale Capability for Innovative Professionals. The CNC…
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Education
8 Tips for Selecting the Right CNC Cutter
Using the right CNC cutter for the job makes all the difference between getting a jagged, rough, frosty cut or…
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News
CNCShop.com Launches eCommerce Site
CNCShop.com, a division of AAG, launches a new eCommerce site for owners of both router and waterjet cutting solutions. “The…
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News
AXYZ Partners with ACRYLITE in CNC Router Webinar
AXYZ Routers, a manufacturer of CNC routers and waterjet cutting solutions, and ACRYLITE, a brand that specializes in PMMA plastics,…
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What CNC router applications/substrates are best for a beginner?
Operating a CNC machine is relatively simple once you get the basics down. Whether you are cutting acrylic, aluminum, wood,…
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Why You Need Holding Tabs on Your Router
There’s nothing better than getting to the end of your cut job, and seeing your hard work finally come to…
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How do you cut a glass bottle into two pieces?
Underneath a bottle cutter, you can cradle the bottle on a couple of rubber rollers, which are adjustable. The cutter…
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What fabrication equipment can an engraving shop benefit from?
This equipment could come in handy in your engraving shop: Beveling Machines – great for beveling the edges on cut tags, signs,…
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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
Try This: Laser-Cut Flexible Book Hinge
Notebooks and journals are unique items that can be customized on the front and back cover using a multitude of different decoration…
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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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Education
How to Create an ADA Braille Sign
Zachary Houser, Vision Engraving & Routing Systems, goes through the steps to create an ADA Braille print-to-cut sign using a…
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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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Common Mistakes When Processing Acrylic: Flare-ups
On occasion, it is possible to get a flare-up when cutting thicker acrylic, depending on the type of exhaust and…
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Which technologies are the best to use when decorating wood?
There are many technologies that lend themselves to wood, starting with traditional hand cutting, sanding, and carving tools, to power…
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How can I prepare for the arrival of my new laser system?
Your newly acquired laser will likely be shipped in some sort of shipping container. This could be as simple as…