Hobarts first installation of 2023!

Hobarts first installation of 2023!

Hobarts were delighted to be contacted by The Link Academy when the time came to purchase an additional laser cutter machine for their expanding DT Department   The Link Academy in Dudley, West Midlands, already had a VLS4.75 laser t...
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Myths about starting a business with a laser cutter that aren’t true

Myths about starting a business with a laser cutter that aren’t true

We’ve talked at length about starting a business with a laser cutter before, in several different posts – but when we’re talking to people that are thinking about investing in a laser cutter and starting a business, we hear loads of ...
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Best design software for laser cutting and 3D printing

Best design software for laser cutting and 3D printing

When you buy a laser cutter, or a 3D printer, you need the right design software, so that you can really make the most of your new equipment. Although your new machine might have software created by the manufacturer supplied with it...
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Eco-friendly laser cutting and 3D printing

Eco-friendly laser cutting and 3D printing

As a responsible business owner, or perhaps if you’re a crafter that uses laser cutters and 3D printers at home, then you’re probably already thinking about how to reduce the amount of wasted materials, as well as the cost of runnin...
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University of Southampton purchase PLS6MW Laser Cutter for their Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering Department

University of Southampton purchase PLS6MW Laser Cutter for their Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering Department

After many discussions with the University of Southampton it was deemed the Universal PLS6MW would be the right Laser Cutter for them. With a wide range of students and courses the University were keen to purchase the most ver...
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Christmas gifts to make with your laser cutter and 3D printer

Christmas gifts to make with your laser cutter and 3D printer

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones can be a real chore – especially if it means you have to visit the shops, or you can’t find exactly what you have in mind online. But ...
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Coventry University take ownership of their 6th Universal machine!

Coventry University take ownership of their 6th Universal machine!

Hobarts are delighted to work with The School of Art and Design Department at Coventry University who were looking to purchase new laser for the department to replace an old system.   After discussing the departments needs in detai...
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Cut by Beam return to Hobarts for their 3rd Universal Laser!

Cut by Beam return to Hobarts for their 3rd Universal Laser!

Hobarts are delighted to once again be working with Cut By Beam of Cornwall, who have purchased their 3rd Universal Laser! After working with a VLS6.60 and VLS4.60 Universal laser over the last few years, Cut By Beam were keen to ...
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The University of Greenwich upgrade to an ILS9

The University of Greenwich upgrade to an ILS9

Hobarts were delighted to be contacted by the University of Greenwich when looking to upgrade their X660 Laser After discussing the departments needs in detail it ...
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3D printing Health & Safety Law change for schools & colleges

3D printing Health & Safety Law change for schools & colleges

  Over recent years there has been an increase in the use of 3D printing in schools and colleges. Whilst this is an exciting and innovative new technology, there is now evidence that there are health and safety risks associated wi...
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Software for Laser Cutting and Engraving Machines

Software for Laser Cutting and Engraving Machines

There are a variety of software programs commonly used to design graphic files for laser processing. These programs include text, graphic design and layout, photo editing, CAD/engineering design, and serialization and ...
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The configurable laser: A Universal precision manufacturing tool

The configurable laser: A Universal precision manufacturing tool

We live in a world where manufacturing processes and techniques are evolving as never before, with many different influences driving change in both the technologies that we use, and the ways in which they are applied. ...
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