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Glowforge: the Iconic Laser Cutter and Engraver

iDESIGN Grant 2022





The Glowforge is a wireless 3D laser printer that cuts and engraves hundred of materials to bring your ideas to life at the speed of light. It's a fast, easy, and powerful tool for wood, leather, craft, paper, fabric, and DIY.


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FOR SCHOOLS

Simple enough for young learners to transform their drawings into real toys, and sophisticated enough for graduate students to use in their research.

FOR BUSINESSES

Take your business to the next level and create one-of-a-kind, customizable products. Glowforge has the power to bring your vision to life at the speed of light.

FOR HOBBYISTS

It's the ultimate hobby laser cutting and engraving machine. It’s having the perfect gift when you need one. A way to furnish your space. A personal boutique.




MAKING MAGICAL THINGS AT THE PUSH OF A BUTTON. 

MEET GLOWFORGE.

EASY TO SET UP: Glowforge is simple to set up in under 30 minutes. Put your Glowforge within 8 feet of a window with the included exhaust hose to print anywhere.


DESIGN WITH JUST A PEN: use a pen to draw directly onto your materials. The onboard cameras scan and turn your drawing into a real product. Resize, copy, or personalize it further until you are ready to hit print.  


LIVE CAMERA PREVIEW: Onboard cameras show you a preview of your design on whatever material you choose. Place your design with your mouse or finger and position it exactly where you want.  


LASER PRECISION: Glowforge motors can control motion to a thousandth of an inch, and the laser can focus down to the width of a human hair for exquisite detail and precision.  


TRACE TOOL:  Can be used to scan printed artwork and handwriting for engraving and printing to create truly one of a kind designs and prints.  





IT'S EVEN EASIER THAN YOU THINK.

YOUR IDEA, IN YOUR HANDS, IN MINUTES:


1. MAKE YOUR DESIGN

No matter your skill level, it’s easy to bring your designs to life. Use the software you know. Glowforge is compatible with everything from PowerPoint to Adobe Illustrator to high-end CAD software. Or, just use a pen. Onboard cameras will scan your drawing and turn it into a digital file you can print, once or a hundred times.

2. WATCH THE MAGIC HAPPEN

Place a piece of material in the bed of the Glowforge with the QR code visible to auto-select the proper settings, or choose your material manually. The app makes it easy to preview your design on the material and position it exactly where you want it. When you’re ready, hit print and watch your Glowforge go.

3. CUSTOMIZE AND ASSEMBLE

See your finished print in minutes, then customize or assemble your work. All that’s left to decide is if you’re going to gift it, keep it, or even launch your own creative business by selling it!

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WHICH MODEL IS RIGHT FOR ME?


THE PREMIUM PRINTING EXPERIENCE


Comprehensive Warranty:  12 months

Laser Tube Power:  40W

Enhanced Top Speed*: 2x

Faster cut speed*:  100%

Upgraded Hardware* for improved speed. 

UNLIMITED PRINTING POWER WITH ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES


Comprehensive Warranty:  12 months

Laser Tube Power:  45W

Enhanced Top Speed*: 3x

Faster cut speed*:  120%

Upgraded Hardware* for improved speed.

Enhanced Cooling for all-day use.

Giant-Sized Prints* with passthrough slot.

*As compared to Glowforge Basic



 




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For Educators and Students:


UNLEASH CREATIVITY IN THE CLASSROOM AND GET STUDENTS THINKING CRITICALLY & CREATIVELY

We know that your students are always on your mind, and you’re always seeking new and creative ways to help your students connect with the curriculum, engage with technology, and find real-world applications for the things they learn in school. Engage students in an entirely new way with the world's most delightful 3D laser printer. Hundreds of schools have benefitted from adding a Glowforge to their classrooms.

  • Foster Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math multidisciplinary thinking
  • Enable students at any level from K-12 through higher education.
  • Exercise design fundamentals with 2D and 3D objects
  • Go from "I have an awesome idea" to "I made this, and it's awesome.



PROVIDING EDUCATORS WITH THE TOOLS TO THRIVE

From out of the box to holding your first print in only 30 minutes.

Real-world STEAM lessons that students can touch and feel.

Safe for classroom use and certified to UL standards.

Loved by thousands of students and educators.

Runs anywhere with power and WiFi.

Compatible with Mac, PC, Chromebook or tablet.


Teach invaluable transferable skills to your students.



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MAKE ENDLESS CREATIONS IN YOUR CLASSROOM, LIBRARY, OR MAKERSPACE.




Create beautiful things at the push of a button. Create incredible prints with whatever software you have, like Illustrator, PowerPoint and Google Slides - or even just a pen! Cameras in the Glowforge can scan handouts to automatically populate designs created by students. From custom drones to 3D story books, model-scale architectural designs, and even school dance decor, thousands of students and educators are using Glowforge. Schools are even taking it to the next level by using their Glowfroge for school auctions and fundraisers to commencements and Parent Appreciation Day. Glowforge gives you and your students the power to print the things you simply cannot buy. 




WE KNOW WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO WORRY YOU'RE NOT DOING ENOUGH FOR YOUR STUDENTS.

Start transforming your students' designs into award-winning STEAM projects, record-breaking fundraisers, or your students' first business venture!

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We've been supporting educators for the past 22 years to implement solutions within thousands of schools across North America. We'd love to help you.



For Businesses:


BRING YOUR IDEAS TO REALITY IN MINUTES

You can create products like wallets, picture frames, and furniture from materials like leather and wood. It's easy enough for a child to use, but powerful enough to launch a business! Every week, tens of thousands of Glowforge owners print hundreds of thousands of creations using materials like wood, leather, glass, cardstock - even food!


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TAKING YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Print custom business cards.

Laser engrave your business logo or tagline onto your laptop.

Create Glowforge printed packaging.

Print gift boxes for your customers.

Make one-of-a-kind printed products.



GET CREATING. GET SELLING. 




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For Hobbyists:


PICK YOUR DRAWING, PDF, OR PHOTO, ADD YOUR MATERIAL, AND CLICK PRINT. 

What if you could sketch a design, then turn it into something real you could actually use? What if you could print things you wanted, needed, or just dreamed up on your desk, instead of relying on factories half a world away? It uses a beam of light the width of a human hair to cut, engrave, and shape designs from a variety of materials. There’s a lot you can do with that kind of power. It's as simple as pushing the button and the powerful lasers create meaningful gifts for your friends, unique products to sell, or something personalized just for you.




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