Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Preparing a Photo for Stamp Engraving



Prepare Graphic in Corel Draw


Open a new Corel Draw document and import your image using the Import command. If possible, use a high-contrast portrait photo with a light, even background. Scale down your photo to the desired size according to your stamp size. Adjust the brightness, contrast and intensity of your image. Use the Unsharp Mask filter to increase the intensity of image details. Convert your graphic to 1-bit bitmap format to make it a black / white image.



Use Halftone to convert the image and set raster lines to 45° and 3 lines per mm (70 lines per inch). Denser raster lines will not be engraved correctly on rubber (thicker lines will “melt” together) and will cause stains on your stamp imprint.



Send to Laser


Send it to the laser with the print command (CTRL + P). Within the print dialog at “properties” you have to assign the right laser parameters. 

Tip: The Trotec printer driver is capable of automatically generating cut lines. You can choose the shape of the stamp cut lines: “Optimized” – cut line fits the true shape – or “Circular cut lines” – round cut line.

Download Tutorial

Visit our website to download the complete tutorial, a step-by-step process to photo stamp engraving perfection!.

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Join Trotec at NBM Arlington


Join Trotec Laser at The NBM Show Arlington, a premier trade show featuring the latest in sign making, digital printing, sublimation, apparel decorating, awards & engraving, personalization, promotional products, and much more.

 

Basic Info:


Dates: March 6 - 8, 2014
Booth: 501
 

 

Show Hours:

Thursday  10 AM - 5 PM
Friday  10 AM - 5 PM 

Saturday  10 AM - 4 PM 



See Trotec Laser Systems in Action:







Classroom Education:


Topic: 20 Ways to Love Your Laser, plus photo engraving!
Date: Thursday, March 6, 2014 Time: 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Takeaway: Whether you are a novice laser user or have been laser engravers for years, there is always more to learn to improve your laser processing skills.  We are presenting 20 ideas to hone your skills and give you an edge over your competition. Also, the last 20 minutes of class will be an in-depth workshop on perfecting laser engraving photos on different materials.


Register for Free:


Registration for The NBM Show Arlington is free if you register before March 5, 2014! If you would like to register at the show please print this free pass to register for free!
Stop by Trotec booth 501 to see our lasers in action, meet the Trotec team, & take advantage of exclusive show deals!

Mention this post to get a free cutting table with the purchase of & deposit on a Speedy 300 at The NBM Show Arlington 2014! Free cutting table requires a signed order and $1,000 deposit made March 6 - March 8, 2014.

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Join Trotec at ARA 2014



Join Trotec Laser and thousands of awards, recognition, and engraving professionals at the premier awards trade show featuring new products and equipment, education, and networking with awards dealers and suppliers.



The ARA Awards Market and Expo will be at the Rio Hotel & Casino February 26 through February 28 in Las Vegas, Nevada!



 

Visit Trotec in Booth #1713


Stop by to get a personal demonstration and samples from our laser cutting and engraving machines. Registration is free for all ARA Members! We're bringing a wide selection of laser systems from our lineup... And we're excited to show you how each system can contribute to the growth of your business!

The systems you'll see at the show are:



Speedy 400


This laser offers a generously sized 39 x 24 inch work and has pass-through capabilities! The Speedy 400 can be equipped with a CO2, Fiber, or both… Making the Speedy 400 the ultimate addition to your equipment portfolio!



 

Speedy 300 Flexx


The unique Speedy 300 flexx is a flatbed laser in a class of its own. For the first time, a CO2 and a fiber laser source have been integrated into one system. Users can mark and engrave virtually anything in a single process!



 

 

Rayjet 300 & Rayjet 50


Whether you want to engrave, cut, or mark, the Rayjet is easy to use, precise, fast, and reliable… With the Rayjet all you have to do is Plug and Ray!




ProMarker 300

All advantages of galvo marking (Speed and Precision) in a small footprint. With the innovative laser software DirectMark and the trusted reliability of a Trotec the ProMarker 300 is an excellent solution for quickly and easily getting high quality marks when doing large production runs.



Great Deals 

Stop by  Trotec's Booth, # 1713 and take advantage of amazing show specials... Discounts so good that they're only available at the show!

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Join Trotec at the MD&M West Show

Join Trotec at the nation's largest medical device event, MD&M West in sunny Anaheim, CA!  Celebrating 29 years in Anaheim, MD&M West hosts thousands of medtech buyers and suppliers for three days of business and project development, interactive and educational thought-leadership programs, live demonstrations, and networking.  MD&M West is located at the Anaheim Convention Center on February 11-13, 2014.

Visit Trotec in Booth #473 

Trotec Laser will be in booth #473.  Stop by to get a personal demonstration and samples from our laser cutting, marking and engraving machines. 

Trotec will be showcasing the new ProMarker 300 compact galvo fiber laser.

See the MD&M West Show page for more information and to register. Registration is free if you use the promo code: BB

ProMarker 300 

The ProMarker 300 combines all advantages of galvo marking in the smallest footprint. With the innovative laser software DirectMark, working just like a printer driver, you can mark directly from any graphics, CAD or label printing software. Mark your own components, produce type plates or create professional presents and give aways!

 



Great Deals at the Show  

Stop by booth #473 to take advantage of amazing show specials... Discounts so good that they're only available at the show!
In addition to great discounts, don't forget to mention this post to take advantage of our exclusive show deals