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Professional Digital Fabrication at Formowanie

Laser Cutting & Laser Engraving in Kraków

Turn digital designs into precise physical objects with professional laser cutting and laser engraving at Formowanie in Kraków.

Our professional Epilog Helix 50W CO₂ laser can cut, engrave and mark wood, plywood, acrylic, leather, cardboard, paper, cork, fabric and many other approved materials with speed, accuracy and repeatable results.

Formowanie offers professional laser cutting services, custom laser engraving, independent machine access, practical laser workshops, private one-to-one training, CAD drawing classes, computer file setup training, prototyping and small-batch production.

Whether you are creating a single personalised gift, an architectural model, product packaging, custom signage or an entire production series, we provide the equipment, workspace and practical support needed to move from an idea to a finished object.

Precision Cutting

Professional Laser Cutting Services in Kraków

Laser cutting uses a focused beam to produce accurate shapes, clean edges and repeatable components directly from a digital file. It is ideal for prototypes, architectural models, signage, displays, packaging, furniture details, decorative products and small production runs.

The Formowanie laser has a working area of approximately 610 × 457 mm. Designs can contain simple outlines, complex patterns, perforations, joints, lettering and fine internal details that would be difficult to produce consistently by hand.

We can work from correctly prepared vector files or help convert sketches, drawings and existing graphics into production-ready files.

Laser cutting service Details Price
Minimum Service Order Minimum charge for laser cutting, engraving or marking work. 50 zł
Laser Cutting Machine time for approved materials using a correctly prepared vector file. 2 zł/minute
Vector Scoring Fine vector lines for folding guides, decorative linework, positioning or assembly marks. 2 zł/minute
Machine Setup Loading, focusing, positioning and preparing the laser for one material and project. 25 zł
Material Test Testing an approved customer-supplied material to determine suitable cutting or engraving settings. 25 zł
Small Production Series Repeat production of prepared parts, products, packaging or components. Individual quote
Priority Production Accelerated scheduling where machine availability permits. +30%

Final prices depend on the material, thickness, total cutting distance, number of elements, complexity of the file and required machine time. Material is charged separately unless included in the quotation.

Permanent Detail

Custom Laser Engraving in Kraków

Laser engraving removes or changes the surface of a material to create permanent text, images, patterns and detailed graphic designs.

At Formowanie, laser engraving can be used to create names, logos, illustrations, photographs, serial numbers, labels, product information and personalised messages.

We engrave approved items made from wood, plywood, acrylic, leather, cork, cardboard, engraving laminate, glass and selected coated or anodised metals. Every unfamiliar material must be approved and may require testing before production.

Engraving service Details Price
Raster Laser Engraving Machine time for text, logos, illustrations, patterns and photographic engraving. 2.50 zł/minute
Small Personalised Engraving A small name, date, message or simple graphic on one suitable customer-supplied object. From 40 zł
Logo Engraving Engraving a prepared company logo on one suitable item. From 50 zł
Photograph Engraving Image preparation, tonal adjustment and engraving on suitable wood or another approved surface. From 100 zł
Serial Personalisation Changing names, numbers or text across multiple otherwise identical items. From 2 zł/item
Product Series Repeat engraving for merchandise, gifts, product labels, promotional items or packaging. Individual quote

Laser engraving is ideal for personalised gifts, wooden signs, leather accessories, product branding, business merchandise, wedding details, menus, awards and artist editions.

Learn, Design and Create

Laser Cutting, Engraving, CAD & File Preparation Classes

Formowanie offers practical laser cutting and laser engraving classes in Kraków for beginners, designers, artists, architects, students, entrepreneurs and experienced makers who want to develop new digital fabrication skills.

Our classes cover the complete process from creating a computer drawing and preparing a production file to choosing materials, configuring the machine and producing a finished object.

Participants can join scheduled group workshops, arrange private one-to-one laser training or focus specifically on CAD drawing, vector design and computer file preparation.

No previous laser cutting experience is required for introductory classes. More advanced training can be adapted to a participant’s software experience, profession and project goals.

Laser Cutting & Engraving Workshops

Workshop or class What is included Price
Introduction to Laser Cutting A four-hour beginner class covering laser safety, suitable materials, vector files, machine setup, cutting settings and a practical project. 350 zł/person
Introduction to Laser Engraving A three-hour class covering text, logos, raster images, engraving resolution, material testing and personalised object creation. 300 zł/person
Complete Laser Design Workshop An extended project-based class covering concept development, vector design, file preparation, cutting, engraving and final assembly. 500 zł/person
Laser-Cut Product Design Class Design and produce a functional product using joints, layers, engraved details and accurately cut components. 450 zł/person
Private Group Workshop A guided laser cutting and design workshop for private groups, companies, schools or creative organisations. From 300 zł/person
Children’s Design Workshop Children design and decorate their own project while trained Formowanie staff prepare and operate the laser. From 180 zł/person

Private One-to-One Laser Training

Private laser cutting training is available for people who prefer individual instruction or want to focus on a specific project, material or professional application.

One-to-one sessions can cover machine operation, laser safety, cutting and engraving settings, material testing, workflow development, troubleshooting and practical production techniques.

Private training What is included Price
Private One-to-One Training Individual laser cutting or engraving instruction adapted to your experience, project and learning goals. 180 zł/hour
Three-Hour Private Training A focused individual session covering machine setup, materials, cutting, engraving and practical production. 500 zł
Complete Private Laser Course Five hours of individual instruction covering file preparation, machine operation, testing, cutting, engraving and project production. 800 zł
Project-Based Private Training Develop your own product or project while learning the complete laser cutting and engraving process. From 600 zł
Machine Certification Practical safety and machine-operation assessment required before certified independent laser access. 250 zł

Computer File Setup Training

A successful laser project begins with a correctly prepared computer file. Our file setup training teaches participants how to create clean cutting paths, organise engraving layers and avoid common production problems.

Training may cover SVG, DXF, AI, EPS and vector PDF files, depending on the software being used. Participants learn how to prepare artwork at the correct scale, convert text to outlines, remove duplicate paths, close open shapes and assign cutting, scoring and engraving operations.

File preparation training What is included Price
Introduction to Laser File Setup A two-hour class covering document size, vector paths, line colours, engraving artwork, text conversion and production checks. 220 zł/person
Private File Setup Training Individual computer training using your preferred design software or an existing project file. 160 zł/hour
File Review and Training Session Review and correct your own design while learning how to prepare it for cutting or engraving. From 180 zł
Production Workflow Training Learn how to organise multiple parts, reduce material waste, name files and prepare repeatable production layouts. 180 zł/hour

CAD Drawing Training for Laser Cutting

Formowanie offers CAD drawing training for people who want to create accurate parts, products, prototypes, models and construction systems for laser cutting.

CAD training focuses on accurate dimensions, geometry, layers, offsets, tolerances, joints, slots, material thickness and the preparation of DXF or vector files for production.

Classes can be adapted for complete beginners, architecture students, product designers, engineers, furniture makers and entrepreneurs developing physical products.

CAD training What is included Price
Introduction to CAD Drawing A four-hour beginner class covering accurate 2D drawing, dimensions, layers, trimming, offsets and production-ready DXF files. 400 zł/person
CAD for Laser Cutting A project-based class covering material thickness, tolerances, tabs, slots, joints and laser-cut assembly systems. 450 zł/person
Private CAD Training Individual CAD instruction adapted to your current skill level, software and professional goals. 180 zł/hour
Three-Hour Private CAD Session Focused individual CAD training using your own project or a Formowanie training exercise. 500 zł
CAD Project Development Develop a complete laser-cut product, model or assembly while learning accurate digital drawing techniques. From 600 zł

Training can be adapted to software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape or other suitable CAD and vector-design applications available at Formowanie.

Participants may bring their own laptop and project files. Software access, materials and laser machine time are included only where specifically stated in the selected class.

Group classes require advance booking and may have minimum participant numbers. Private training is scheduled individually. Children and uncertified users do not operate the laser without direct supervision.

Work Independently

Laser Cutter Rental & Machine Access

Designers, artists and experienced makers can access the Formowanie laser cutter without investing in an expensive professional machine, extraction system or dedicated workshop.

Supervised access is available for people who understand design software but still require help with machine setup. Independent access is available after completing Formowanie laser training and demonstrating safe machine operation.

Laser access can be used for prototyping, model making, artistic projects, product development, signs, packaging and small production runs.

Machine access What is included Price
Supervised Laser Access Laser machine access with a Formowanie technician available for setup and operation support. 120 zł/hour
Certified Independent Access Machine access for approved members who have completed Formowanie certification. 90 zł/hour
Five-Hour Laser Pass Five hours of certified independent machine access, valid for three months. 400 zł
Ten-Hour Laser Pass Ten hours of certified independent machine access, valid for six months. 750 zł
Laser Maker Membership Five machine hours per month with access to shared preparation tables and basic hand tools. 400 zł/month
Additional Technician Support Detailed project assistance, troubleshooting or advanced machine preparation. 120 zł/hour

Machine time begins when the laser is reserved and prepared for the user. Design work, materials, project corrections and extensive cleaning are charged separately.

Bring People Together

Private Laser Workshops & Group Space Rental

The Formowanie laser and digital fabrication area can be reserved for private workshops, company activities, school groups, university projects, creative events and product-development sessions.

Private groups can learn how digital designs become physical products while working together on signs, models, decorative objects, personalised gifts or collaborative installations.

The space can also be rented by independent instructors, designers and organisations wishing to host their own laser cutting or digital fabrication programme.

Private rental What is included Price
Full-Day Creative Space Rental Up to eight hours of private workspace access with preparation tables and basic tools. 1,200 zł
Half-Day Creative Space Rental Up to four hours of private workspace access with preparation tables and basic tools. 700 zł
Additional Rental Hour Additional time added to a full-day or half-day booking. 150 zł
Workshop Instructor A Formowanie instructor added to the private group rental. 180 zł/hour
Laser Machine Access Supervised machine operation during a private space rental. 100 zł/hour

Materials, design preparation, consumables, instruction and laser machine time are not included in the basic space rental unless agreed as part of a complete workshop package.

Prepare Your Design

Laser File Preparation & Design Services

Laser cutters work directly from digital files. Correct file preparation improves cutting accuracy, reduces production time and helps avoid unnecessary material waste.

Cutting paths should normally be supplied as vector lines, while engraving artwork can be created from vector graphics or high-resolution bitmap images.

Formowanie can check production-ready files, correct simple problems or develop complete laser-cut products from an initial idea or sketch.

Design service Details Price
Production File Check Basic review of a correctly prepared SVG, DXF, AI, EPS or PDF production file. Included
Basic File Correction Closing paths, removing duplicate lines, converting colours or making minor production adjustments. From 40 zł
Vector Tracing Converting suitable logos, drawings or graphics into clean vector artwork. 80 zł/hour
Nesting and Material Layout Organising components efficiently on a sheet to reduce waste. From 50 zł
Custom Product Design Development of a complete product, sign, model, display or construction system. 120 zł/hour
Personalisation Setup Preparing names, numbers or other variable data for a production series. From 50 zł

Preferred production formats include SVG, DXF, AI, EPS and vector PDF. Text should be converted to outlines or curves, and all artwork should be supplied at its intended production size.

Materials for Laser Cutting

Plywood, Acrylic & Laser Materials

Customers can purchase selected laser-compatible materials directly from Formowanie or provide their own approved materials.

Materials purchased through the studio are selected for reliable cutting and engraving. Customer-supplied materials must be clearly identified and may require a material safety sheet or test before they are accepted.

Material Approximate size Price
Birch Plywood – 3 mm Approximately A3 size, subject to stock and supplier dimensions. From 25 zł
Birch Plywood – 6 mm Approximately A3 size, subject to stock and supplier dimensions. From 35 zł
MDF – 3 mm Approximately A3 size. From 15 zł
Clear Acrylic – 3 mm Approximately A3 size. From 35 zł
Coloured Acrylic – 3 mm Approximately A3 size, depending on colour and finish. From 45 zł
Engraving Laminate Approximately A4 size, available in selected colours. From 25 zł
Cardboard Approximately A3 size, depending on thickness. From 5 zł
Natural Leather Selected suitable pieces, priced according to size and thickness. From 25 zł

Material prices are indicative and may change according to thickness, sheet size, supplier prices, colour, finish and availability.

Choose the Right Material

Materials We Can Cut or Engrave

Wood & Natural Materials

Suitable materials may include plywood, solid wood, veneer, cork, paper, cardboard and selected natural leather.

Results vary depending on species, glue, resin, surface coating, density and thickness.

Acrylic & Specialist Materials

Cast acrylic can produce clean cut edges and detailed engraving. Selected engraving laminates, rubber, felt and fabrics may also be suitable.

Unknown plastics require clear identification before they can be accepted.

Glass & Coated Metals

Glass and selected coated or anodised metals may be surface marked or engraved depending on the material.

The 50W CO₂ laser does not cut metal. Metal-cutting projects can be considered through Formowanie’s CNC plasma cutting service.

Materials containing PVC or vinyl are prohibited

PVC, vinyl and materials containing chlorine must never be placed in the laser. They can produce dangerous and highly corrosive gases when heated.

Materials with unknown ingredients, unidentified plastics, fibreglass, carbon fibre, artificial leather containing PVC and highly flammable materials may also be refused.

From Prototype to Production

What Can You Create with Laser Cutting?

Architecture & Product Design

Produce architectural models, prototypes, presentation models, templates, enclosures, mechanical components and accurately repeated parts.

Signs & Visual Communication

Create business signs, wayfinding, menus, information panels, house numbers, exhibition displays and layered lettering.

Products & Small-Batch Production

Develop jewellery, accessories, boxes, packaging, organisers, lamps, decorations and products for online shops or markets.

Personalisation & Events

Produce invitations, place names, wedding details, awards, personalised gifts, keepsakes and branded company merchandise.

Combine Techniques

Laser Cutting Inside the Formowanie Makerspace

Formowanie is more than a laser cutting service. It is a creative environment where digital fabrication, traditional craft and practical making can be combined within one project.

Laser-cut components can be combined with CNC-routed wood, welded metal frames, pottery, leatherwork, screen printing, vinyl graphics, electronics, Arduino systems and 3D-printed parts.

A ceramic lamp can receive a laser-cut wooden base. A leather product can be engraved and combined with custom metal hardware. A robotics project can use a precise laser-cut enclosure with 3D-printed components.

This connection between different tools and disciplines allows designers and makers to develop complete products rather than isolated parts.

Turn Your Design into Reality

Start Laser Cutting & Engraving at Formowanie

Visit Formowanie for professional laser cutting, custom laser engraving, machine rental, practical workshops, private one-to-one training, CAD drawing classes, computer file setup training, design assistance, prototyping and small-batch production in Kraków.

Whether you already have a production-ready file or only the beginning of an idea, Formowanie provides the tools, knowledge and creative environment needed to transform a digital design into a precise physical object.

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