Laser cutters were first used in 1965 to drill holes in diamond dies and have come a long way since then. Laser cutting machines are used in many manufacturing industries, including aerospace and car manufacturing. They are also used to scribe metals like aluminium and titanium. Some schools have small scale laser cutters within their […]
Laser Cutting Machines
Using The Right Laser Safety Glasses For The Job
When choosing laser safety glasses, it’s important to choose the right type. Laser tools often vary in intensity and require different levels of protective glasses depending on the machine. This can be easily determined by looking at the operating parameters of a laser. This will determine which glasses or goggles should be used for that […]
Making The Most Of Articulating Arms
Articulating arms are used within many different machines, from crane booms to the arms of a production plant robot. It is a technology that is widely adaptable and easilly automated, this is due to the unique design and the articulation of the arm function. An articulating arm works much like a kunckle in a human […]
Using Acrylic Materials For Laser Cutting
Since laser cutting is a specialised process, only certain materials can be used. One of these is acrylic, which is a popular choice used by manufacturers of plastic goods. This is due in part to the fact that acrylic is one of the cheapest plastics to cut. It’s also considered an attractive material, it has […]
Laser Cutting, How Does it Work?
Laser cutting is a process used by industries and professionals the world over. It is a highly specialised process that can take a deal of expertise and equipment in order to carry out. This post looks at the technology behind the process and just how it works. Laser cutting is generally used to cut metal plates. Metals such […]
When Is Using A Laser Cutter Too Much?
A laser cutter is an expensive piece of equipment, one that you might just be able to go without. Not all cutting jobs require the use of a laser cutter, in fact many manufacturers and businesses that need cuts to do be done seldom use a laser cutter. The primary reason for this is because laser […]
Understanding Laser Cutting Technology
It seems like only yesterday that laser cutting was a futuristic technology, but it has steadily become a practical option for custom cutting for sheet metal and an excellent alternative to standard machining methodology. This process is the cleanest, most precise that it is possible to use. To understand a bit more about the numerous […]
Different Kinds and Uses of Engraving Machines
The art of inscribing or etching letters, words, designs or logos is called the art of engraving. This can be easily done using a little hand machine called an engraving machine. Etching is usually done on materials like wood, glass, metal, plastic or some kinds of stones and is a really tedious work. Inscribing of […]