TL;DR:
Laser marking technology is rapidly evolving, with trends emphasizing speed, precision, flexibility, sustainability, and safety. Innovations like dual-laser systems and improved engraving capabilities are expanding possibilities across industries. AP Lazer leads the market with patented open-architecture designs, offering unmatched customization and performance for CO2 and fiber laser marking machines.
- Laser marking applies to nearly all materials with CO2 and fiber systems.
- Innovations include dual laser systems, flexibility, precision, safety, speed, and sustainability.
- AP Lazer pioneered dual-laser systems and offers open-architecture designs.
- Machines handle diverse materials with superior customization.
- AP Lazer’s models exceed expectations in performance and adaptability.
Much like other technological fields, the industry of laser engraving is changing before our eyes. In-house engraving is more popular than ever for small businesses, sign shops, and funeral homes. Staying ahead of laser technology can be challenging, particularly when the possibilities seem to expand daily.
In this blog, we’ll break down trends in modern laser marking systems. We’ll also explain the different types of laser engraving machines and what they can do. Lastly, we’ll look into the future and explain what to look for when selecting your own CO2 or fiber laser engraver.
Laser Marking and Engraving Trends
Modern laser engravers can mark almost any material. Fiber lasers work well for metals, plastics, and some organic materials. CO2 lasers handle wood, stone, leather, paper, and some metals. That leaves little room for lateral growth.
Instead, manufacturers are innovating by making their lasers stronger, more effective, and more efficient. Here are upcoming trends in laser marking:
- Dual-Laser Systems
Permanently marking machines like laser engravers are not new. However, the world’s first dual laser system certainly is. This machine combines both CO2 and MOPA fiber lasers for incredibly high quality marking.
- Increased Flexibility
As lasers improve, they can engrave on a wider variety of materials and provide higher contrast marks. This broadens the scope of possibility immensely.
- Increased Precision and Personalization
Higher quality lasers lead to higher quality products. As laser technology continues to improve, expect to see even more impressive engravings.
- Increased Safety
As the laser industry grows and evolves, safety precautions adapt to fill needs. For example, more powerful lasers require more powerful precautions.
- Increased Speed
As laser machines improve, they can perform at high speeds while still making precise, high contrast marks. Better lasers can process materials faster, but intricate designs still require a bit of patience.
- Increased Sustainability
Reducing waste and fumes is a priority of most major laser marker providers. Laser engraving, in comparison to other marking methods, reduces waste and byproducts.
How AP Lazer Leads the Laser Marker Market
We aren’t just the first company to release a dual laser system. In addition, all our machines provide a patented open-architecture design. This means far more flexibility, versatility, and customization are possible with AP Lazer machines. Whether part marking stainless steel serial numbers or marking organic materials like leather, our machines are for you.
Top Quality Laser Marking Machines
If you’re looking for a fiber or CO2 laser marking machine, our top-line models will exceed your expectations. Our precision laser beams and open-architecture design means our machines can handle materials and projects others can’t. When you need flexibility and customization, you need AP Lazer.
