Extraction options for CO2 Laser Systems WHY EXTRACT?CO2 laser systems emit smoke, dust, fumes and gas during the cutting and/or engraving process. The nature and extent of these emissions is determined by the type of material being processed and the
Top Tips for Black Marking on Stainless Steel Note: These tips are for a fibre marking laser. We are often asked about what the best ways to mark stainless steel with text or graphics are. Although these effects may
How laser systems contribute to STE(A)M learning in schools? Future workers will spend less time on routine tasks and more using technology. Advancement in technology will continue to replace manual tasks, allowing more time for creative thinking and problem solving.
What materials can I engrave and cut with my Laser System? A laser cutter is a prototyping and manufacturing tool used to cut or etch into a wide variety of materials. Acrylic, wood, paper, cardboard, glass, leather, textiles, rubber, multi-ply
Essential Checklist for Laser Cutter/Engraver Integration. When buying complex machinery such as a laser cutter/engraver, several things need to be considered prior, during and after integration into your school or business. Below, we list an essential checklist to ensure smooth
Does your school have a dangerous laser cutter? [Mandatory] – Safety interlocks on doors:Laser radiation/eye exposure Interlocks/sensors must be connected to the lid/door of the laser system, which immediately stop the laser firing when the lid is opened. Interlocks must
Why teach students the importance of branding? We’ve spoken before about how laser systems contribute to enterprise and entrepreneurial themes in curriculum, but what about branding? Why should we introduce students to brand creation? One technology teacher was telling me
Why is design thinking so important? Adequately preparing students for a seamless transition into the real world, and equipping them with the skills to ready them for jobs of the future, is one of the most important issues constantly facing
Promoting Student Engagement in the Classroom It is safe to say that maintaining student engagement is paramount when it comes to how a class is conducted, and how knowledge is transferred to students. Teaching a class is almost pointless if
Encouraging Creativity and Innovation Teachers and HOD’s are always exploring new and improved ways to develop learning which inspires academic and artistic curiosity, confident optimism and a mind-set that encourages resilience to accept repeated failure. Educators are looking for ways
The all new GCC GT Model Ceramic Tube What is GT Model? GT model is a brand new OEM tube. The tube combines the exceptional performance of a monolithic ceramic resonator with the latest RF design into a single integrated
“How do we justify the cost?” A question we get asked a lot by teachers and administrators, is “how do we justify the cost?” Although laser systems are a big up-front investment, the ongoing benefits are significant. Before we go