July 17,2022 | Blank Theory
Laser cutting technology is highly innovative and effective within a range of contexts. Today, more and more industries are benefiting from its impressive capabilities and unrivalled accuracy. Laser cutting services are boosting sales for small businesses, producing heavy-duty industrial goods and even totally transforming the way things are done in medical sectors. What Is Laser Cutting Exactly?...
April 20,2022 | Blank Theory
The Basics of Powder Coating Wheels If you are looking to improve the overall look of your wheels, powder coating is a great cost-effective option you can choose. Powder coating rims essentially involves spraying an electrically bonded powder onto the metal and baking it to help it fuse and form a strong coating. Most metals that can be easily powder coated include aluminium, electroplated steel,...
March 16,2022 | Blank Theory
Ever since the Industrial Revolution, the demand for steel and other metallic products has only increased manifold for a variety of reasons such as cost, durability and structural strength. However, one of the banes of using metal is the danger of corrosion, which is the deterioration of metal due to a reaction with its environment. Galvanising as a process helps prevent these risks of corrosion, ...
February 23,2022 | Blank Theory
Melbourne Anodising and Powder Coating Aluminium Anodic oxide finish or dry powder: which is the better aluminium surface coating? Today, we're going to break down the difference between anodising and powder coating bit by bit, so you can decide which aluminium finish is best for your needs. What Is Anodised Aluminium? Anodising aluminium involves an electrochemical process that gives the alu...
February 03,2022 | Blank Theory
Laser cutting monograms, whether it’s for personalised signage at a wedding, party or other event, is a great way to have a bespoke memorable piece. It’s clear why laser cutting has become increasingly popular in recent years because of the great results it can deliver, plus the efficient and cost-effective process does not diminish the quality of the end piece. A laser cutting machine for woo...
January 18,2022 | Blank Theory
Ever wonder how metal things are made? Metal fabrication is what you call any process that cuts, shapes, moulds, and forms metal into a final piece of product. So instead of being assembled from bits and pieces, fabrication creates a product from raw or semi-finished materials, such as sheet metal. Here, we'll explore the six basic sheet metal fabrication techniques, including how they differ and ...
December 06,2021 | Blank Theory
Partnering with a laser marking and engraving business not only ensures perfectly manufactured parts and materials but it puts your brand in the spotlight. Laser cutting is fast becoming popular in a range of industries, from engineering and manufacturing to home ownership and even art. It is an innovative and state-of-the-art way to solve manufacturing and design problems. We at Lightning Laser k...
September 10,2021 | Blank Theory
Custom laser-cutting services involve the use of advanced laser equipment to cut and mark a wide range of materials including mild steel, tool steel, stainless steel, aluminium, timber and plastics. Laser cutting is becoming popular in a range of industries to create different products and solve a variety of problems. At Lightning Laser, we utilise state-of-the-art laser cutting technology to ens...
August 16,2021 | Blank Theory
When searching for innovative new art ideas, it can be tempting to stick to small-scale projects that use standard power tools. While these tools can make for great results, they do limit the kinds of materials you can work with. At Lightning Laser Cutting, we operate world-class equipment that can cut and engrave materials such as mild steel, stainless steel, plastic, foam, acrylic, aluminium, r...
February 24,2021 | Blank Theory
Laser cutting is the process of cutting different types of materials with a laser beam. This can vary from a regular trim of materials to cutting them into complex shapes that more conventional drills can’t do. Apart from cutting, laser cutters can also create complex designs onto these materials by heating up the surface of the material, manipulating the top layer of the material to change the ...
