Troubleshooting Laser Cutting Defects: Dross, Burrs, and Incomplete Cuts
A laser cutter that produces clean, sharp parts all day is one of the most profitable machines in a fabrication shop. A laser that leaves dross on the bottom edge,…
Nitrogen vs. Oxygen Assist Gas for Fiber Laser Metal Cutting: Cost vs. Cut Quality
When metal fabricators compare fiber laser machines, they talk about wattage, bed size and brand. After the machine is installed, one decision shapes your cut quality, speed and monthly running…
Fiber Laser Machine Maintenance: Protecting Optics, Nozzles, and Chillers
A fiber laser cutting machine can run for years with very little fuss, but only if the small things are looked after. A speck of spatter on a lens, a…
How to Choose the Right Fiber Laser Wattage (1kW, 2kW, 3kW to 6kW) for Your Metal Thickness
If you’ve started shopping for a fiber laser cutting machine, you’ve probably run into the same wall every buyer does: every supplier quotes a different wattage for what sounds like…
How to Start a Metal Wall Art & Custom Signage Business Using Fiber Laser Cutters
Metal wall art and custom signage are becoming increasingly popular across homes, offices, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, cafés, commercial buildings, and outdoor spaces. Customers are looking for personalized designs, business…
Fiber Laser vs. CO2 Laser Cutting: Which Machine Should Metal Fabricators Buy?
If you run a metal fabrication shop, you’ve probably asked yourself this question at least once: should I invest in a fiber laser cutting machine or stick with a CO2…
