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   Product Personalization with Sandcarving

   December 17, 2019

   Before the rise of the personalization industry, product personalization meant searching a souvenir shop for a key ring with your name on it. If you were lucky, maybe they even had custom magnets. And if you were really lucky, your...
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   Eliminate Chipping When Laser Engraving Glass

   December 10, 2019

   Laser engraving is a fast and efficient way to customize and personalize glass, but the finished result can sometimes look patchy and feel rough to the touch. Because of the high heat generated from the laser beam as it engraves...
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   December 2019

   December 3, 2019

   'Tis the Season Winter has made its footprint here in the Northland! From the shimmering trees and falling snow to the taste of hot cocoa and lights all aglow, it's time to celebrate. Let's ROCK this holiday season together!! Keep...
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   Behind-The-Scenes With Our CEO

   November 26, 2019

   IKONICS Imaging is more than just sandcarvers and photoresist film. We have an entire team dedicated to bringing you the best sandcarving products on the market. This month, take a look behind-the-scenes with Bill Ulland, President and Chief Executive Officer...
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   Increase Your ROI With Sandcarving & SmartFlex

   November 19, 2019

   At a recent visit to the University of Minnesota Duluth we were wandering around the gift shop and came across these two wine glasses (pictured). The glass on the left has "University of Minnesota" etched in the glass and the...
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   Sandcarving Odd-Shaped Substrates

   November 12, 2019

   When it comes to engraving odd-shaped glass items, sandcarving is one of the only methods available. Substrates with multiple curves and unusual or unique shapes can seem overwhelming, but with certain tips and tricks you don't need to feel overwhelmed...
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   November 2019

   November 5, 2019

   Thankfulness, Togetherness & Gratitude It's easy to get caught up in the business of life. Now is the perfect time to pause ... reflect ... and feel gratitude for all the blessings we truly have. The IKONICS Crew is extremely...
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   Behind-The-Scenes With Our Event Coordinator

   October 28, 2019

   IKONICS Imaging is more than just sandcarvers and photoresist film. We have an entire team dedicated to bringing you the best sandcarving products on the market. This month, take a look behind-the-scenes with Mikaela Hernesman, Event Coordinator for all IKONICS...
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   Choosing The Right Photoresist Thickness

   October 22, 2019

   What Photoresist Film Thickness Should I Choose? Photoresist film comes in multiple thicknesses and which thickness you choose depends on multiple factors including: Substrate: The type of material you are sandcarving is one factor in determining what film thickness to use...
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    Blast & Color Fill a Polar Camel Tumbler

    October 8, 2019

    Customizing tumblers is an important part of the Personalization Industry. Customers are looking to personalize their powder coated tumbler with monograms, favorite quotes, logos and custom designs. Sandcarving tumblers is quick and easy and allows you to personalize tumblers that...