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Laser engraving training
Practical laser engraving training in Ireland.
For new owners, makers, jewellers, retailers and teams who want safe, repeatable laser workflow.
If you are second-guessing settings, wasting blanks, or unsure about ventilation and setup, you will learn a clear process to run jobs with confidence.
Practical, founder-led training from a working Irish laser studio.
Based in Co. Meath
Founder-led studio in Dunshaughlin, Ireland.
In-person training in Ireland
Private and small-group sessions by appointment.
xTool advice and setup experience
Practical guidance on workflow, testing and setup.
Multiple laser workflows
Guidance across diode, CO2, fibre, MOPA and UV use cases.
Learn faster, waste less, work safer.
Laser engraving gets easier when setup, testing and workflow are correct from the start. Training helps you avoid wrong machine assumptions, poor settings and unsafe ventilation decisions.
Who this suits
- New laser owners, including xTool users
- Small businesses adding personalisation
- Jewellers and detailed product makers
- Makers upgrading to a new machine
- Retailers exploring in-store personalisation
- Teams needing safe, repeatable workflows
Training outcomes
What this training helps you do.
Practical guidance to reduce trial-and-error and improve machine, material and workflow decisions.
Learn faster with a clearer process
Avoid wasted materials and repeated failed tests
Avoid unsafe setup and ventilation habits
Understand the right machine workflow for your jobs
Improve material testing and settings decisions
Build confidence through practical use cases
What you leave with
A clearer understanding of your machine and limits
Safer setup habits for materials and extraction
A better material testing workflow
Practical engraving and cutting settings guidance
Confidence to continue testing independently
What you can learn
What the training can cover.
Sessions are tailored to your machine, experience level and goals.
Laser and material fit
Choose safer, better-fit materials and avoid poor assumptions.
Settings workflow
Use a practical testing method for power, speed and repeatability.
Artwork and layout
Prepare files, alignment and framing for cleaner output.
Safety and ventilation
Make safer setup and extraction decisions before running jobs.
Jigs and repeatability
Set up jobs for faster, more consistent output.
Commercial workflow
Reduce waste and protect margin with better process decisions.
Training options
Training options.
Choose focused online troubleshooting, private one-to-one studio training, a full day, or a small-group workshop. All prices exclude VAT unless stated otherwise.
Online Troubleshooting Session
From €100
- Online
- 60 minutes
- Online (video call)
Best for people who need focused help with a specific issue.
Suitable for
- · Settings problems
- · Material questions
- · File preparation issues
- · Machine choice questions
- · Workflow advice
- · Pre-purchase guidance
What's included
- 60-minute one-to-one video call
- Practical advice on your current issue
- Screen-share for file or settings review
- Clear next steps and what to test
- Follow-up summary by email
Private Studio Training
From €395
- One-to-one (in studio)
- ~4 hours
- Studio, Dunshaughlin
Best for beginners, new machine owners or small businesses who want hands-on guidance.
Suitable for
- · New laser owners
- · People considering a laser purchase
- · Makers and small businesses
- · Anyone struggling to get consistent results
What's included
- ~4 hours one-to-one in studio
- Live machine and workflow demonstration
- Material and settings guidance
- Safety and suitability discussion
- Product examples to handle and review
- Q&A around your own goals
- Action list to take home
Full-Day Private Training
From €595
- One-to-one (in studio)
- Full day (~6 hours)
- Studio, Dunshaughlin
Best for people who want a deeper, more structured training day.
Suitable for
- · Small businesses
- · Serious hobbyists
- · Makers launching a product range
- · People investing in laser equipment
- · Users who want a full practical overview
What's included
- Full day one-to-one in studio
- Deeper workflow and process training
- Machine and material comparison
- Testing and settings approach
- Jig and repeatability guidance
- Product selection and pricing discussion
- Practical product examples
- Tea, coffee and a working lunch break
- Follow-up summary or action list
- Off-site training at your location available, €POA
Small Group Workshop
From €100 per person
- Small group (in studio)
- Half or full day
- Studio, Dunshaughlin
Best for small groups who want a structured introduction to laser engraving.
Suitable for
- · Makers
- · Small business owners
- · Clubs
- · Community groups
- · Schools or TY groups
- · Creative teams
What's included
- Small-group practical workshop (maximum 4 people at our studio)
- Priced from €100 per person based on a full group of 4. Smaller groups are priced pro-rata so each attendee covers a fair share.
- Introduction to laser types and materials
- Live demonstration on the studio machines
- Safety and suitability guidance
- Product workflow examples
- Group Q&A and discussion
Minimum numbers may apply for group workshops. All sessions are by appointment. Tell us your setup and we will recommend the best option.
Expectations
What this training is not.
This training is designed to be useful, practical and honest. It is not:
- A get-rich-quick course
- A promise of income or guaranteed results
- A replacement for manufacturer safety training
- A session using unsafe or unknown materials without checks
Laser engraving can be a brilliant tool, but results depend on the machine, material, setup, artwork, testing and the person using it. The training is designed to help you make better decisions and build a more reliable process.
Why BVLS
Why learn with Boyne Valley Laser Studio?
Boyne Valley Laser Studio is a working studio in Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath. Training is practical, founder-led and built around real production workflow.
Working studio
Training is based on real machines, real materials and practical jobs.
Multiple laser workflows
Compare diode, CO2, fibre, MOPA and UV decisions in plain language.
Safety-first process
Learn how to avoid poor material choices and unsafe ventilation habits.
Practical guidance
Leave with clear next tests, workflow priorities and setup decisions.
Founder-led training
You get direct guidance from the person running the studio day-to-day.
Safety & suitability
Machine and material suitability.
Different lasers suit different jobs, and poor assumptions create avoidable waste, setup risk and inconsistent output. Training helps you make better calls before you run a job.
- Why some materials need testing first
- Why copied settings often fail
- Why one laser may suit a job better than another
- Why extraction and filtration matter
- Why unknown plastics should be treated with caution
- Why some customer-supplied items should be refused
This practical knowledge helps protect your equipment, reduce waste and avoid unsafe setup choices.
For small businesses
Learn the workflow, not just the machine.
If you are using laser engraving commercially, good output depends on workflow decisions as much as machine settings.
- Product selection
- Material costs
- Time per item
- Batch setup
- Failed items and waste
- Packaging
- Pricing
- Customer expectations
- Design limits
- Repeatability
- What to produce in advance
- What to personalise live or on demand
A product can still fail commercially if setup is slow, waste is high, or repeatability is poor. Training helps you build a more reliable process.
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What past learners say
Terry Gervin
“Shane was a first class demonstrator and product guide, very knowledgeable and very willing to share his own experiences. A fantastic asset to any business!”
fafelcoc
“Shane did a tremendous job which I really enjoyed. He was very knowledgeable, communicative and experienced. I definitely want an F2 Ultra even more as a result.”
Julie
“Shane gave me an amazing demo and was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. He took the time to understand what I was trying to achieve and had many helpful suggestions. Highly recommended!”
Training is machine-agnostic, but most learners arrive on an xTool — see the per-machine xTool reviews & buyer guides, or browse the full range on xTool's EU store.
Book practical laser training and move forward faster.
If you want a safer setup, better testing workflow and more consistent results, tell us where you are starting from. One-to-one, online and small-group options are available from our Co. Meath studio.