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Here’s a list of maker-focused events in North Carolina for September 2024, excluding those primarily centered around music. Fall Nights at ZincHouseDates: September 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024Location: ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, Durham, NCDetails: Local vendors and craft displays every Friday Raleigh Foodie FareDate: September 7, 2024Location: Raleigh Iron Works, Raleigh, NCDetails: A market featuring food, local makers, and artisans​ Raleigh Underground MarketDate: September 8, 2024Location: Midtown Park, North Hills, Raleigh, NCDetails: Featuring 50+ local makers, workshops, and more​ Durham Underground MarketDate: September 22, 2024Location: Durham Central Park, Durham, NCDetails: Monthly market featuring local makers, food vendors, and workshops Greensboro Pride FestivalDate: September 22, 2024Location:KEEP READING →

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So, you’ve decided to scale your business, and you’re staring at a catalogue of laser engravers like a kid in a candy store. The good news is that lasers are the Willy Wonka golden ticket to business growth. The bad news? You’ve got to choose between fiber lasers, MOPA lasers, and CO2 lasers, each with their quirks and perks. Fear not! Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy this tongue-in-cheek guide to scaling your business with different laser models. Fiber Lasers: The Speed Demons Let’s kick things off with fiber lasers, the Ferraris of the laser world. These beasts are known for theirKEEP READING →

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We are always looking to expand our group of skilled makers. We like to see what the community is doing with their craft. Our members and friends share projects they’re working on, ask and answer questions, and talk about our equipment. Chances are we’re online anywhere you are, and we’d love to have you join us. Use the links below and find us where you are. Do you have a community you’d like to invite us to? Feel free to drop it in the comments below or use our contact form to reach out.KEEP READING →

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I found a question on reddit recently, with a fellow redditor looking for help with a project, engraving red-painted slate. Engraving on painted surfaces can be a bit tricky, especially with colors like red. The asked had already tried a good set of parameters with their LaserPecker 4, but sometimes it’s just about tweaking things a bit more. Here are a few tips: Red paint can be particularly challenging due to its pigment and reflectivity. You might need to: Hope this helps! Good luck with your project!KEEP READING →