Laser Application - Engraving, Cutting, Marking, Embossing, Architectual, Hobby, Commercial, Identity

Create Dimensional Signage
	Three dimensional (3D) signage commands attention. Three dimensional letters and graphics literally jump out from their backgrounds, creating a unique look no flat type of signage can equal. An expertly-designed and crafted 3D sign creates a distinctive and eye-catching impression that is sure to get noticed. More... View application tip Download: PDF (4.5 MB)
Create ADA Signage
	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that states that all businesses, restaurants, medical care facilities, libraries, and other new construction must provide tactile signs (raised Braille characters) for all permanent interior signage. The market for ADA signage is one of the fastest growing and most profitable segments of the laser engraving industry. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5.4 MB)
Create a Multi-Layer Appliqué
	Appliqué is a technique in which one or more layers of fabric are cut and layered onto a base layer of fabric to create designs that would be too large or too expensive to produce by other methods. Appliqué has traditionally been used to decorate athletic shirts, caps and jackets with sports team mascots, numbers and letters. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Create a Puzzle
	Jigsaw Puzzle Creator is a third-party add-on shareware utility for CorelDRAW versions 11, 12 and X3 (and Corel DESIGNER versions 10 and 12) that allows you to quickly and easily generate commercial-quality jigsaw puzzles that you can cut on your laser system. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Create a 3D Sculpture
	Learn how to create a cutting path around a digital image or photograph that you can use to cut out a 3D sculpture on your laser system. A cutting path is used to cleanly separate an image from its background. Many graphic programs offer the ability to generate cutting paths, including CorelDRAW®, Adobe® Photoshop and Illustrator. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Create a Multi-Tile Mural

	A large and beautifully-engraved multi-tile wall mural can bring a living space alive and add a touch of elegance to any room. In addition, smaller multi-tile murals can be installed anywhere regular tile is used - on bathroom backsplashes, inside shower stalls, around bathtubs - as well as in less obvious locations, such as stair risers and fireplace surrounds. Creating multi-tile murals on your Universal laser system is fast, easy and fun. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Engrave Photos

	Engraving photographs onto marble, plastics, metals and other substrates is one of the most interesting and profitable things you can do with your laser system. However, creating a satisfactory technique can be a time-consuming, “trial and error” process. Fortunately, it is possible to produce consistently good engravings given some basic knowledge of the process and access to imaging software such as PhotoGraV and Adobe® Photoshop. We have assembled the following tips and tricks to help you learn how to process and engrave an image quickly, easily and with confidence that the finished product will be of excellent quality and lasting beauty. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Engrave & Cut Synthetic Suede

	A Universal laser system can cut fabric more quickly and accurately than hand or knife cutting and eliminates edge fraying. A Universal laser system can also engrave a photograph, text or artwork directly onto the surface of many fabrics to create a very unique look. Some of these fabrics include felt, leather, denim, canvas, nylon, silk and polyester. Of the many fabrics that can be laser cut and engraved, one of the easiest and most popular to work with is synthetic suede. More... View application tip Download: PDF (5 MB)
Color Fill

	A dash of color is a great way to increase the beauty and value of many of the products you engrave. Color adds the perfect finishing touch to almost any item and helps distinguish your engraving services from the competition. View color filling acrylic tip View color filling glass tip View color filling wood with powder paint tip Download: Color fill acrylic PDF (5 MB) Color fill glass PDF (4.2 MB) Color fill wood witth powder paint PDF (4.2 MB)

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