Laser Applications - What Our Systems Can Do
See real-world ways businesses across Washington and Oregon use Epilog lasers for engraving, cutting, and marking.
Browse by application to find recommended machines, materials, and settings guidance.
Explore by Use Cases
Awards & Recognition
Plaques, trophies, gifts, and branded items.
Product Identification
Serial marking, tags, barcodes, and traceability.
Custom Fabrication
Acrylic, wood, signage, packaging, and prototypes.
Start With What You Want to Make
Awards & Trophies
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Glass Etching
Add clean, professional etched graphics to drinkware, awards, and branded pieces.
Wood Cutting
Cut intricate wooden parts and finished products quickly and consistently, with precise edge quality.
CO2 Metal Marking
Produce precise, repeatable marks on coated and treated metal parts.
Acrylic Cutting
Deliver polished acrylic parts and display pieces with clean, professional edges.
Fabrics & Textiles
Cut patterns, appliqué, and textile components accurately with minimal handling.
Barcode & UID
Traceability marks on metals and plastics.
Photo Engraving
Photos on wood, glass, coated metals.
Industries Using Epilog Lasers
Manufacturing & Industrial
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Sign & Display Shops
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Awards & Personalization
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Outdoor & Firearms
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Schools & Makerspaces
Create polished, high-margin awards and personalized products with crisp detail.
Match Applications to the Right Machine
Different lasers excel at different applications. Here’s where Fusion Maker, Fusion Edge, Fusion Pro, and Fusion Galvo shine.
| Application | Recommended Machines |
|---|---|
| Wood engraving & cutting | Fusion Maker, Fusion Edge, Fusion Pro |
| Acrylic cutting & signage | Fusion Edge, Fusion Pro |
| Glass etching | Fusion Maker, Fusion Edge |
| CO2 metal marking (coated metals) | CO2 systems with marking spray |
| Direct metal marking (bare metals) | Fusion Galvo (fiber) |
| Barcodes / UID on parts | Fusion Galvo, Fiber systems |
Prefer to Start With Materials?
If you’re thinking in terms of wood, acrylic, metals, or glass, explore our materials guides for compatibility and settings.
Wood
Best woods for engraving, thickness tips, and recommended machines.
Acrylic
Cutting clarity, edge quality, and optimal machine setups.
Metal
Marking methods, coated vs bare metals, and system recommendations.
Leather & Textiles
Clean engraving, cutting settings, and material handling tips.
Glass
Etching techniques, artwork prep, and best laser configurations.
See What’s Possible With a Laser
These are just a few examples from the thousands of products customers create with Epilog lasers.
Awards & Trophies
Plaques, medals, and recognition products.
Signs & Displays
Acrylic letters, edge-lit panels, and POP displays.
Glass Etching
Drinkware, gifts, and frosted decorative pieces.
Wood Projects
Signs, décor, packaging, and product components.
Musical Instruments
Wood instrument parts, cases, and custom detailing.
Outdoor Gear Marking
Custom marks on tools, gear, tags, and accessories.
Rubber Stamps
Production-ready stamp making and custom stamp sets.
Leather & Textiles
Patches, branded goods, apparel accents, and more.
See What’s Possible With a Laser
These are just a few examples from the thousands of products customers create with Epilog lasers.
What Can a CO2 Laser Do?
Perfect if you’re just starting and exploring materials, applications, and capabilities.
CO2 vs Fiber for Your Application
Ideal if you’re comparing technologies and need to choose the right system.
Start a Laser Business
Perfect if you’re exploring business ideas and revenue opportunities with laser systems.
Ready to Talk About Your Application?
Tell us what you’re making, which materials you use, and your production volume, and we’ll recommend the right laser and settings starting point.