Lasers are fun and exciting and can make amazing things. Small artistic businesses should invest in the P2 from xTool to make everything faster. James has been writing about technology for years but ...

The Monport Reno65 Pro Vision 65W Desktop CO2 Laser Engraver & Laser Cutter is built for businesses that need both precision and intelligent workflow automation. With its 8MP HD camera, smart batch ...

Laser cut gifts are having a moment, blending craftsmanship, personalization, and quick turnaround into one irresistible package. From plywood mandalas to engraved cutting boards, makers are using ...

The laser engraving landscape in 2026 is defined by a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge AI, with LightBurn 2.0 and its 2.1 release candidates leading the charge. Makers are no ...

Laser engraving uses a powerful beam of light to create detailed designs on various materials. The laser works by vaporizing the surface layer, leaving behind precise and lasting marks or etchings.

Dan runs a custom sign and awards shop in Lansdale. For years, he subcontracted any metal engraving — emailing files to a shop in Allentown, waiting three to five days, paying a per-piece fee plus ...

The main mechanical tools in a hacker’s shop used to be a drill press and a lathe. Maybe a CNC mill, if you were lucky. Laser cutters are still a rare tool to find in a personal shop, but today’s ...

Sadly, the usual CO 2-powered suspects in the DIY laser cutter market are woefully incapable of cutting metal. Sure, they’ll cut the heck out of plywood and acrylic, and most will do a decent job at ...