All the benefits of engraving glass with a laser

From coffee mugs, beer glasses to shot glasses and champagne glasses – a wide variety of glass products can be personalised quickly and easily by engraving the glass with a laser. The result: unique pieces that enhance the special aesthetics of glass.

The laser technology from JustLaser is exceptionally well suited to applying precise, durable inscriptions to glass without damaging the delicate material. Whether it’s text, photos, logos or lettering – by using a laser engraver on glass, you can consistently produce delicate details and impressive matte effects that create excitement!

Strictly speaking, the term “glass” is actually a collective term for a group of amorphous solid materials. They have low thermal conductivity and are difficult to process in industrial processes due to their brittleness. The risk of breakage is relatively high during production, and stresses or micro-cracks created during production may also lead to breakage later on.

As engraving glass with a laser is a gentle processing method, it offers innovative options for individualising the delicate material. Lasers operate without making contact, meaning that materials do not need to be clamped or fixed in place, and are not, therefore, subjected to any mechanical stress.

Engraving glass with a laser is a highly efficient process that has proven itself to be economically efficient for both individual production and serial production. Logos, delicate patterns and ornaments, motifs and even photos can be produced easily, even in difficult-to-reach places. The results are precise, high-contrast and permanent.

No stencils are needed as, in contrast to sandblast engraving, any material can be processed in laser processes directly and without making contact. That means there are no time-consuming work steps, like creating and applying sandblasting foils, removing any residue and cleaning the machine. As the delicate material is mechanically stressed in sandblasting, there is a greater danger of the material being damaged.

When engraving glass with a laser, the material does not need to be fixed in place – unless using a rotary engraving device – which protects the surface. This processing method also reduces expensive maintenance work and keeps wear to a minimum. The laser process is characterised by high repetition accuracy and consistently high quality. It is recommended that you use an extractor suitable for your application.

It’s not just glassware that can be processed using the flexible laser machines from JustLaser. This method is suitable for a broad range of materials – whether it’s metal, stone, paper or cardboard.

With the highly modern JustLaser laser machines, you can benefit from high throughput rates and extraordinary processing quality at relatively low acquisition and set-up costs! That makes them a sensible and valuable investment for your company that will pay off after just a few years. If you’re interested, we’ll be happy to calculate your return on investment (ROI).