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www.images-magazine.com DECEMBER 2021 images 59 LASER SYSTEMS KB Laser Cutting Service Flat Bed Laser Cutters The GS UK Laser Cutting & Engraving department uses the latest technology to provide a state of the art laser cutting service. We have been offering a bespoke laser cutting service for over 25 years. Our team can produce small quantities to higher volume production with a fast turn around. We have various types of laser cutting & engraving machines to ensure that we can cut and engrave a multitude of materials at any size. Laser Engraving Service Graphixscan Galvo high speed machines With our wealth of knowledge & experience, combined with a large selection of laser cutters our customers include: Textile Designers – apparel, appliques, decorative pieces � Film Industry – costumes, headwear � Motoring Industry – from air bags to interiors � Sports Goods – trophies, team numbers, badges � Stationery – greeting cards, invitations � Model Makers – scale models � Students – design prototypes, samples The list is endless! GS UK Limited 5 Crocus Street Nottingham NG2 3DE United Kingdom +44 (0) 115 844 8000 sales@gs-uk.com www.gs-uk.com What you need The list of equipment needed to set up a laser service is fairly short: a laser system, a Windows PC or Mac, a vector- based graphic design software, and suitable ventilation and/or a portable fume-extraction unit. Prices for an Epilog laser system begin at £13,250, Trotec's are priced from £7,995, and GS UK's laser cutters start at £20,000, while those choosing a Eurolaser system will have to invest from €150,000 (£127,000). Before purchasing the laser system [look at the boxouts to find out more about the specific systems available], however, there are some points to consider. "Firstly, you should know what This skull was etched on to denim by the laser cutting department at GS UK GS UK: Summa L Series L1810 Laser Cutter The Summa L Series L1810 is a laser cutting solution that’s especially suitable for cutting printed fabrics, sportswear and dye- sublimated garments, says GS UK. “The system is also popular for the cutting of all sorts of raw materials used in the composite industry, such as carbon fibres, composites, thermoset and thermoplastics.” The L1810 is available in two models, with and without the Vision system, with easy media handling options added to further improve workflow. It’s also equipped with a working area width of 1.8m, plus a state-of-the-art camera and conveyor with de-reeler. “The Vision technology scans the material on the cutting bed, automatically creates a cut vector and cuts the whole roll without operator intervention — this on-the-fly cutting principle reduces idle periods considerably,” adds GS UK. “The L1810 Vision is ideal for use in high-production environments that demand fast processing of printed textiles in order to achieve more throughput in less time. “The L Series models are equipped with a sealed RF laser source, and a stainless steel honeycomb vacuum conveyor that will accurately feed and cut any length shape or nested design with unrivalled speed.” The L1810 is available in two models, with and without the Vision system