Winter can be tough on materials. Freezing temperatures, snow, ice, moisture, and road salt all put serious stress on metal structures and components. Whether you’re designing outdoor signage, structural parts, architectural features, or custom projects, choosing the right metal for winter conditions is essential. At Critical...
The holidays are a time when creativity really shines. From festive decorations to custom gifts and eye-catching displays, businesses and individuals alike are looking for ways to stand out. One material that continues to grow in popularity during the holiday season is metal—especially when it’s...
Starting a laser cutting project can feel like a big leap—especially if you’re new to CAD or haven’t created a design file before. At Critical Laser, we work with people at every experience level, from engineers and fabricators to artists, small business owners, and first-time...
When you’re starting a custom metal fabrication project, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of seeing your design come to life. But before the first cut or bend happens, there are a few common pitfalls that can slow things down, increase costs,...
When it comes to turning an idea into a finished part or product, laser cutting is one of the most precise and efficient ways to make it happen. But if you’ve never worked with a laser cutting shop before, it can feel intimidating to know...
At Critical Laser, one of the most important steps in any custom fabrication project is deciding which material to use. Each type of metal has its own strengths, appearance, and performance qualities—and the right choice can make all the difference. If you’re not familiar with metals,...
At Critical Laser, we know that the world of metal fabrication can feel a little overwhelming—especially if you’re not working with it every day. But whether you’re a business owner needing a batch of custom parts, or a creative looking to bring your idea to...
Critical Laser is again expanding it's services! We just in stalled a new Haegar 618 Plus for pemming / hardware insertion. Critical is constantly seeking to ensure we can provide not only the best in quality and service but also the best options for manufacturing...
Rockwell Watches needed a set of trophies but not some generic catalog ordered things with glitter and streamers that everyone else has. They needed a piece that screamed ROCKWELL! It had to exemplify the brand and be something the winners wanted to display. It had...
Critical Laser was honored to have provided custom metal products & services to Davies Development and Ezra Lee + Design Build for their parade homes this year. We aided in garage doors, interior barn doors, counter tops, sofa tables, planter boxes, retaining walls and fire...