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“Because of the speed of our Trotec Speedy 300, if we quote against a competitor’s laser, we can get the job every time.”
sers is the selection of the materials to be cut or engraved. For example, lasers should not be used to cut any material containing PVC. The fumes emanating from the heat of the cutting process are toxic to anyone around. They will also destroy and rust the inside of the laser and void the warranty. The shop uses Rowmark modified acrylic materials for their selection of colors and textures. But acrylic also needs to be cut carefully. Since acrylic will catch fire in less than twenty seconds, the laser should never be left unattended. (Note: Most of the acrylic material used in the shop contains a rubber additive that makes it a little more flexible.)
Steve Shepherd
Custom Engraving and Signs s.com customengravingandsigns.com Richmond, VA Speedy 300 75W
Steve uses a Trotec Speedy 300 laser engraving machine, one of the fastest in the market with engraving speeds up to 140 in/ sec. The 29” x 17” working bed allows for multiple items to be engraved in one job. With the CeramiCore laser source, he can achieve top quality results with a higher laser power, even with senstive materials.
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More Congressional-inspired ornaments were made for and sold by Design Masters, thanks to laser engraving. The Shepherds are taking full advantage of the potential of their laser engravers. “We have perfected a few things and color filling is one of them,” says Steve. “When wood is used and painted with brushes, the paint bleeds into the grain of the wood. “Our technique involves putting transfer tape over the work and engraving through the tape. We then use an airbrush to apply multiple coats of paint. Next we remove the tape and get really rich colors with no bleed.” For more information about this sign shop, visit www.customengravingandsigns.com.
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Sign Builder Illustrated // April 2014
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