I've laser-engraved an axe handle before, as a test to determine whether I could process some of the longer pieces for Eagle Engraving. It was successful, and the first actual order came in for a laser engraved large axe handle. Since one step of the process wasn't covered in the previous project, I'll be going … Continue reading 46: LaserDark
One of the products that we make at the engraving company I work for is a commemorative axe for firefighters. It's an impressive finished piece that includes the firefighter's department patch engraved on a super-shiny axe head and it's typically mounted on a giant plaque that features other items and elements from his or her … Continue reading 42: Nice Piece of Hickory
Most suppliers I use for laserable materials ship those materials with transfer tape applied to either one or both sides. I didn't really learn to appreciate this until I made a bulk order of melamine-coated MDF from a large home improvement chain; they don't assume you're going to be firing a laser at their product … Continue reading 24: Transfer Tape
