Laser Engraver

Think of a multi-layer sign as a stack of simple shapes. One sheet may create the background. Another may add a wave, sun, lettering, logo, or other detail. Every sheet contributes one part of the finished picture. The most important part is keeping the layers organized. Each panel should use the same overall size and

For your first project, start by shopping for stone or monument paint made for granite, such as Lithichrome’s Lithco Colors. This range is intended for coloring stone designs and includes brush-application instructions.  Before ordering, confirm that it will work with your shallow laser etching and the cleanup method you plan to use. See the Lithichrome

TL;DR: Learn how to laser engrave a photo on painted glass with an AP Lazer 100-Watt CO2 laser. This step-by-step glass engraving guide covers preparing a portrait in Corel PHOTO-PAINT or Adobe Photoshop, saving it as a high-resolution PNG instead of a DXF file, choosing the right LightBurn photo engraving settings, and creating a detailed

Cremation Is Only the First Decision. Memorialization Comes Next. Cremation may complete the immediate arrangements, but it does not always answer the question of how someone will be remembered. For many families, that decision takes longer. CANA, the Cremation Association of North America, has identified unplaced cremated remains as an important conversation within the profession.

TLDR; A laser business doesn’t have to depend on one type of customer. Some markets tend to hold up better when the economy slows down, including pets, memorials, weddings and events, sports, business awards, and personalized products. By working across several markets, you can adapt when demand changes and find new opportunities for your laser without

Once your bench is in place, it’s time to create your design. One of the biggest advantages of owning an AP Lazer is the freedom to use industry-standard software like LightBurn or RDWorks. Unlike many laser manufacturers, AP Lazer doesn’t lock you into expensive proprietary software or force you to learn a custom program. If

A practical guide to AP Lazer STUDIO, INSPIRE and the three ways to purchase The first thing to understand about AP Lazer’s new three-tier packages is simple: Builder, Accelerator, and Turnkey are not three different versions of the machine. Choosing a lower-priced package does not reduce the engraving area, laser power, or large-object capability of

For a construction company, the ability to work with both architectural materials and metal means the laser can support multiple departments, customers, and project types. That flexibility is important when the goal is to make equipment generate revenue rather than sit unused between specialty projects. AP Lazer Dual Laser technology combines CO₂ and MOPA fiber

Start where you are. Choose the support you need. Build toward bigger opportunities. Buying a laser engraver is not simply a matter of choosing a machine. You are also deciding how much you want to invest upfront, how quickly you want to become productive, how much training and support you need, and what kinds of

TL;DR: Laser operator training is essential for businesses that want to safely and efficiently onboard employees to commercial laser machines. This guide outlines a structured framework that helps new operators learn machine operations, build confidence with laser technologies, and quickly become productive members of your team. Readers will learn: A step-by-step approach to laser operator