UNIVERSAL  ADVANTAGE

Universal CO2 Laser Tube Advantage

Universal Laser Systems (ULS) is the only manufacturer that makes both the CO2 laser tube and chassis. They have a multi patented air cooled laser tube design that is easy to upgrade and requires no tools or costly technicians to come to your location for beam alignment or replacement purposes, unlike our competitors machines.

The patented “Perm-Align” design offers cross platform compatibility, meaning the tubes can be easily interchanged between systems giving the end user unlimited flexibility. The laser system you buy now can grow with your needs to meet the future demands of your business.

Universal Laser tubes are tuned specifically for engraving and cutting applications. They are not general purpose lasers adapted for laser engraving and cutting. What this means to you is that you get the best quality engraving and cutting possible from a superior laser engraving machine.

ULS has the lowest CO2 recharge cost in the industry because they make their own laser tube. The recharge cost is half as much as our competitors because they integrate 3rd party laser tubes from outside sources which reduces their overall control of price & availability. Universal is in control of the entire process providing you peace of mind knowing laser, chassis, and interface software come from the same company. 

Universal Printer Driver Advantage

The ULS software driver was written in house by a dedicated team of software engineers specifically for the needs of laser processing.  It offers the most feature rich and robust driver on the market. Key features include.

   • Color assigned power, speed, PPI (pulses per inch) settings along with patented proportional
     pulsing, offer superior beam control.
   • Raster, Vector, Skip color toggle control
   • 6 DPI settings from 200-1000 for the ultimate in quality and throughput control.
   • Load/Save material profiles for quick job set ups
   • Normal, Clipart, 3D, Rubber Stamp, Invert, Mirror Modes
   • Scaling, Vector optimization, Image output directional control 
   • Automatic File Compression requiring less machine memory thus increasing data transfer speed.
   • Adjustable Rubber Stamp shouldering either by pre-defined settings or user customized
   • Photo engraving feature utilizing halftone, error diffusion or B/W.

Largest Selection Advantage

Universal offers the most comprehensive selection of laser machines in the industry because we know one size does not fit all. Every application is unique to your situation and we stand ready to provide the right machine at the right price thus giving you the most value for your dollar.  We offer 8 separate models with up to 20 different power configurations. They include:

Machine Design Advantage

Feature: Lightweight Self Adjusting Motion Systems

Advantage: Low inertia design allows speed and agility.

Benefit: Fast, high detail engraving and cutting, long life of moving parts and low cost maintenance.


Feature: Highly Modular Design

Advantage: Fast and simple access to parts for upgrades or replacement - any primary component can be removed and replaced in only a few minutes.

Benefits: Maximum up time – no need to ship machine to factory or get a field technician to replace parts in almost all cases allowing many years of low cost operation. Customers can be self-sufficient and confident in their ability to maintain their machines.


Feature: Sealed, Self-Adjusting Bearings in Moving Parts

Advantage: No lubrication ever.

Benefits: Minimal maintenance, more up time for years of trouble free useful service life.


Feature: Oversized Kevlar Reinforced Drive Belts

Advantage: No stretching or adjustments.

Benefits: Minimal maintenance and long life.


Feature: Enclosed (shielded) Optics with Quick Release Covers

Advantage: Optics remain cleaner for a longer time.

Benefits: Less cleaning and less potential optics damage. Optics are readily accessible
for periodic inspection and cleaning. 


Feature: Motorized Table

Advantage: Precise focus adjustment (fast movement for setup, slow movement for
fine focus adjustment).

Benefits: Faster machine setup.


Feature: High Precision Auto Focus 

Advantage: High precision optical auto focus.

Benefits: Fast, precise focusing.


Feature: Focus Can Be Set For Any Position on Engraving Field

Advantage: Can focus on highest point of object regardless of where it is positioned.

Benefits: Faster machine setup.


Feature: Calibrated Focus Tool (in manual focus mode)

Advantage: Tool is calibrated to the individual lens it focuses.

Benefits: Sharper focus for more detailed engraving. Quick and easy way to set or confirm accurate focus on critical jobs.


Feature: Inch or Metric Rulers on Work Area

Advantage: Helps with part positioning.

Benefits: Faster, more precise positioning of items on the work table.


Feature: Large Viewing Window above Work Area

Advantage: Excellent visibility into work area.

Benefits: Easy to monitor work progress.


Feature: Easy Access Back Cover

Advantage: The laser and other components can be accessed in seconds.

Benefits: System upgrade is fast and hassle free.


Feature: Pass Through Front Door Access (M,V,X,X2)

Advantage: Not restricted by fully enclosed cabinet.

Benefits: Oversized objects can be placed inside machine.

Computer Interface Advantage

Feature: Windows (including 2000 and XP) and Mac Print Drivers (up to OS9)

Advantage: Written by ULS’ in-house software engineering team specifically for the needs of laser processing.

Benefits: Greatest range of compatible software for engraving and cutting.


Feature: Flash Upgradeable Firmware

Advantage: Fast updates of electronics through software.

Benefits: More potential for machine upgrades after purchase extending the useful
life of the equipment by years.


Feature: Re-locatable Origin

Advantage: Can set the origin to work with your software or your preferences to start  where you want to. Precision position readout gives .001” accuracy.

Benefits: Customer control of origin point for setup purposes.


Feature: Parallel Printer Cable or optional USB or Ethernet Support

Advantage: Standard printer interface.

Benefits: Quick, reliable computer to machine connection.


Feature: Automatic Print File Compression

Advantage: Maximum of 48 to 1 file compression.

Benefits: Speeds print transmission and reduces file size within laser engraver. Also
allows completion of large print files without problems because it reduces
memory requirements.


Feature: Load and Save Settings

Advantage: Allows storing settings for future use. Save laser parameters for material process combinations as desired. There is no need to re-invent or search for process settings.

Benefits: Speeds set up of repeated jobs.


Feature: Combined Raster (engraving) and Vector (cutting) in Same Job

Advantage: Only one print job needs to be sent to produce combined results.

Benefits: Speeds job setup and production.

Feature: Multiple Powers and Speeds within the Same Job

Advantage: Can have different power cutting/engraving within same job.

Benefits: More cutting/engraving versatility.


Feature: Tuning and High Speed Image Enhancements

Advantage: Allows fine tuning of images including laser and material interaction
through the driver.

Benefits: Produces better quality engraving on especially critical jobs.


Feature: Cross-Platform Driver Similarity

Advantage: Simplifies using different machines.

Benefits: Any user can run any machine with minimal adjustments.

Customer Service Advantage

Universal Laser Systems, along with Engraving Systems Support, Inc., have always believed that taking care of our customers after the sale is our number one priority.  You can feel assured that we stand behind our products and will be there if you should need us.  Our commitment is to help you succeed in what ever market application you plan to pursue with your Universal Laser System.  We give you the tools and experience necessary to maintain a competitive advantage whether you are a start up company or an existing professional laser user.