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Boxford’s brand-new Gweike Cloud Desktop Laser Cutter 

Boxford’s brand-new Gweike Cloud Desktop Laser Cutter 

Introducing the latest addition to the Boxford product lineup - the Gweike Cloud Desktop Laser Cutter!  This innovative laser cutting machine is the perfect Glowforge alternative, offering users a range of powerful features and capabilities. Want to learn more...

Five best laser cutting machine creations in 2023 

Five best laser cutting machine creations in 2023 

As laser cutter machine experts here at Boxford, we’ve seen the amazing things that can be created using these flexible and fast machines. Whether you're a professional in the manufacturing industry or a hobbyist looking to explore your creativity, laser cutting...

A beginner’s guide to using a metal laser cutting machine

A beginner’s guide to using a metal laser cutting machine

Metal laser cutting machines have revolutionized the way industries, education, and craft customers approach cutting and shaping metal. Their advent meant a faster, more precise and more efficient method of cutting common materials used across these sectors, changing...

How are Fibre Laser cutters used in the UK? 

How are Fibre Laser cutters used in the UK? 

Fibre laser cutters are an increasingly popular tool in the UK manufacturing industry. These machines are used to cut a wide range of materials with precision, speed, and accuracy. At Boxford, we specialise in producing high-quality fibre laser cutters that are...

Laser cutter creations for Valentine’s Day 

Laser cutter creations for Valentine’s Day 

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it’s time to run down the ways you can create something special using a laser cutter.  If you're looking for a unique and personal way to show your loved one how much you care, laser cutters are a versatile tool that...

Practical uses for a metal laser cutting machine 

Practical uses for a metal laser cutting machine 

Metal laser cutting machines are the type of laser cutters often used in industries ranging from automotive manufacturing to aerospace engineering. The high-powered laser beam can create intricate shapes and patterns in steel with high precision, making them ideal for...

What is a CNC metal lathe used for? 

What is a CNC metal lathe used for? 

A CNC metal lathe is a machine designed to rotate a metal workpiece on a central spindle. This allows an accurate cutting tool to be used on the inside or outside of the workpiece, to create something bespoke.   Boxford CNC Lathes are designed predominantly for...

Fiber laser engraver UK tips and tricks

Fiber laser engraver UK tips and tricks

New to fiber engraving? Maybe you’ve just bought a new fiber laser engraver in the UK and you’re looking for beginner’s tips, or maybe you’re a veteran searching for further skills to develop. Either way, we can help you out with that! Here are our top tips for using...

Boxford Christmas closing dates

Boxford Christmas closing dates

It’s that time again—the end of the year is upon us!  We’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers and anyone who has shown interest in our machines for your continued support throughout 2022. We’re shaping up to come back stronger than ever...

The best CO2 laser cutter machines in the UK 

The best CO2 laser cutter machines in the UK 

Have you ever wondered what the best features are of the top CO2 laser cutter machines in the business? Have you been looking at the different options with no idea where to start?  Look no further, as we break down the best features of laser cutter machines...

A beginner’s guide to laser CNC

A beginner’s guide to laser CNC

What is laser CNC? A CNC laser machine is a piece of computer numerical control (CNC) equipment that uses a high-powered laser beam to mark, cut, or engrave a material. This allows the user to form custom shapes in accurate and repeatable ways. There are two main...

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