Laserdesign Zeeland uses the BRM100160 to produce its own products. In addition, owner Corné de Rijke offers laser cutting services to other businesses through his company, Laserdesign Zeeland.
Why choose this model in the 100-watt version?
The decision to opt for the 100-watt BRM100160 was based on sound advice obtained from VROTECH. The most commonly used power setting is 100 watts. This allows Laserdesign Zeeland to produce the majority of their products. Having a great deal of extra power does not automatically improve the engraving. And the extra thickness that can be cut with it is negligible for them. A power of 150 watts made a difference of only a few millimetres. The 100160 with 100 watts was simply a fine compromise. De Rijke felt the price difference compared to a smaller machine was small, which is why he opted for a larger model. This gives him a more spacious worktable and allows him to produce larger items than others. Many of his colleagues have, in fact, chosen a smaller laser.
A conscious choice for BRM
Vrotech also explained why De Rijke shouldn’t go for a particular option. They could, of course, have steered him towards the 150-watt model, but they didn’t do so because he didn’t need it. They took plenty of time for the consultation process, used clear language and gave honest advice. That was the deciding factor for him.
An informative user training course?
They learnt the basics through the comprehensive user course. For example, what speed does when combined with power. And, of course, more detailed information about the machine itself. The nozzles, for instance, and how to maintain everything. After that, it’s a matter of getting to work with it yourself, because it remains a basic level. After the course, it’s possible to make things with it yourself. But when you really start working with it, you’re bound to come across a thing or two. It certainly takes some practice, especially if you don’t really have a technical background. On top of that, De Rijke describes himself as a perfectionist. He really wants everything to be perfect and sets high standards for his work. The end result really has to meet those standards. Figuring out how to do something that meets his requirements takes quite a bit of time.
Just great!
We have a great relationship with VROTECH. De Rijke pops round from time to time. Or gives them a quick ring if he has a question. A while ago, he needed a specific material and they helped him out with that. Really great!
“I actually work with every type of wood you can think of”.
What materials do you work with most often?
Mainly acrylic and wood. Actually, all types of wood. Veneer, poplar plywood, oak or MDF, for example. Birch plywood, acrylic and poplar plywood are always in stock at De Rijke.
