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LaserBits Clinics, Workshops and Shows
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Presented by Mike Fruciano
Co Owner of LaserBits
Inc
Mike brings over 14 years of laser processing experience and creates a unique learning experience. A large presentation screen makes the information easy to follow and using the laser to create projects on the spot cements the learning process. Mike’s style is fun and creative assuring a great learning environment. |
Basics of Laser Engraving
4 Classroom Hours
Designed for new laser system owners, Basics of Laser Engraving covers everything you need to get started in the diverse world of laser engraving.
This course covers all the hardware, software and equipment you will need to set up your own laser engraving shop. Learn all about raster and vector modes for engraving and cutting with a laser. Create an engraving/cutting job from scratch and see the final results produced live.
Technical aspects of the laser are covered in simple, layman terms so you can understand how to achieve optimum quality.
The Basics of Laser Engraving extends into the sales and marketing part of the business as well. Tons of great ideas on pricing, marketing and the operation of a laser engraving business are covered in detail.
The main topics covered in this course are:
- Laser System Components
- Laser Terminology
- Basic Applications
- Pricing Considerations
- Marketing Considerations
If you are new to laser engraving or thinking about getting into the laser engraving business…this course is a jump-start that will save you time and money getting going! |
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Creating with a Laser
4 Classroom Hours
If you know the basics or attended the Basics of Laser Engraving course, the next step is to learn what a laser can really do. Creating with a Laser will focus on the many materials, processes and decorating techniques that can be accomplished with a laser.
Here are a few of the topics covered in the Creating with a Laser seminar:
- Creating Fixtures and Templates
- Decorative Techniques
- Color Fill
- Overlay
- Inlay
- Vector Outline Engraving
- Photo Engraving
- Prepping Images for photo engraving
- Removing backgrounds
- Tone Curve tool
- Creating vignettes
- Metal / Tile / Glass Marking
- Coated Metals
- Wood
- Acrylic
- Plastic Laminates
- Leather
- Glass / Crystal
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Who can attend these workshops? |
- Anyone interested in getting into laser engraving.
- New laser system owners who want to become more proficient using a laser engraver.
- Experienced users who want to see new software, materials, and techniques.
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What kind of software is discussed? |
- CAD based applications
- Smart Designer
- PhotoGrav
- CorelDRAW
- EngravLab Laser
- Clip Art Programs
- Many more...
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| What topics are going to be covered? |
- Laser Maintenance
- Laser Safety
- Engraving Techniques
- Engraving on:
- Acrylic
- AlumaMark
- Anodized Aluminum and other Coated Metals
- CerMark for Metal, Glass, and Tile
- Glass and Crystal
- Marble and Granite
- Leather
- Wood
- Rowmark Plastics
- Rubber Stamps
- and so much more!
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- Cutting Techniques for:
- Acrylic
- Wood
- Plastics
- Thin Film Materials
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