Laser Cutting & Engraving in Fashion & Textiles
Fashion & Textiles - Laser cutting technology is widely used in fashion & textiles, uses include cutting appliqués for embroidery, pattern cutting and engraving patterns into fabrics.
Cutting Fabrics
The edges of man-made materials are sealed when laser cut, preventing fraying, so patterns may be cut into the material.
Accessories
The Graphixscan laser engraving machines may be used to engrave patterns and logos into leather. This process can be done prior to dying the leather or after. The Flat Bed Laser cutting machines are used for cutting patterns into Leather shoes and bags.
Appliqué
The embroidery industry have used laser cutters for many years for appliqué. Cut pieces of fabric can be incorporated into embroidery to reduce the amount of stitches in a design. A more recent development is the reverse appliqué. This technique is done on the Graphixscan machine. A piece of fabric is positioned underneath a garment and then the laser cuts through the top garment, exposing the fabric underneath. The fine control of the laser enables you to cut through one layer without damaging the fabric underneath. The Flat Bed Laser cutting machines are used for cutting patterns into Leather shoes and bags.
