For retailers looking to get into their own production of custom laser charms (or any personalized gifts) you may want to consider investing in a laser engraving machine. These compact units utilize a CO2 laser that allows you to customize a wide variety of products including glassware, wood products, signs, stone products, plaques, leather products, gifts, name badges, and more.

Photos courtesy of Universal Laser Systems

Most laser engraving machines will etch a variety of materials so you can use it for more than just Italian charms. Stainless steel charms will require a coating in order to be etched, but these are available through most manufacturers.

As with any form of technology, there will be some learning curve to utilizing an engraving machine. However, most of them work similarly to printers and can output designs made in popular Imaging software from Adobe, Corel, or AutoCad.

For more information, you may want to check out these companies that have experience selling systems for use with Italian charms:

Universal Laser Systems
16008 North 81st Street
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Toll Free: 1-800-859-7033
www.ulsinc.com

Epilog Laser
500 Corporate Circle
Suite L
Golden, CO 80401
888-437-4564
www.epiloglaser.com