Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. For Emily Rivera, founder of ClearCraft Studio, a custom glass engraving shop in Asheville, North Carolina, time was always her biggest challenge. Between designing orders, engraving by hand, and managing shipping, she needed a faster, more reliable solution.
That’s when she discovered the ComMarker Omni 1—a compact UV laser engraver that changed everything.
The Problem: Bottlenecks and Burnouts
Emily started her business on Etsy in 2021, selling personalized glassware—think engraved wine bottles for weddings, custom ornaments, and glass coasters for corporate gifts. But by mid-2023, demand had outpaced her capacity.
“I was averaging about 8–10 glasses per hour with my old setup,” Emily recalls. “It was exhausting, and honestly, I was turning away bulk orders because I just couldn’t deliver on time.”
She tried outsourcing but found it costly and inconsistent. What she really needed was a machine that could deliver precision, speed, and simplicity—without needing an industrial warehouse or a team of engineers.
Enter the ComMarker Omni 1
After researching dozens of machines, Emily landed on the ComMarker Omni 1 UV Laser Engraver. It ticked all the boxes:
- ✅ Speed: Up to 15,000 mm/s engraving speed
- ✅ Precision: 0.001mm accuracy with HD-quality output
- ✅ Material Compatibility: Easily handles glass, crystal, acrylic, and even metal
- ✅ User-Friendly: Compatible with LightBurn and EZCad2 software
- ✅ Safe & Compact: Desktop-sized with a fully enclosed Class 1 laser chamber
“It literally fits on my studio desk, plugs into my laptop, and I was engraving within 30 minutes of setup,” Emily says.
The Results: 40% Faster Production, Fewer Mistakes
Switching to the Omni 1 wasn’t just easy—it was transformative.
| Metric | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Engraving Time (Per Wine Glass) | 7 minutes | 4 minutes |
| Average Orders per Day | 25 units | 42 units |
| Error/Redo Rate | 9% | <2% |
| Revenue (per month) | $3,100 | $5,400 |
“The speed increase was huge. I’m engraving almost twice as fast, and the precision is so clean I don’t waste time fixing errors.”
Her turnaround time improved so much that she landed a wholesale contract with a local winery—something that would’ve been impossible a year ago.
Why the Omni 1 Stands Out for Glass Engraving
Glass can be tricky. It’s fragile, reflective, and prone to cracking under too much heat. But the Omni 1 uses cold UV engraving, which avoids the scorching and chipping that other machines can cause.
“I spray my glass with a light coat of Rust-Oleum flat white paint, and the laser vaporizes just the top layer, leaving a frosty, permanent etch. Then I wipe off the paint with thinner. It’s crisp every time,” says Emily.
She also uses the rotary attachment for round objects like wine bottles and champagne flutes. “It’s a game-changer for wedding season.”
Bonus Features That Help Small Shops Thrive
- 🧠 Auto-Focus Function: No more guessing distance—saves setup time.
- 💻 Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- 📦 Portable: Only 23 kg—Emily takes it to craft shows and pop-up events.
- 🛠️ Minimal Maintenance: “I clean the lens weekly and that’s it. It just works.”
Final Thoughts
The ComMarker Omni 1 helped ClearCraft Studio level up from a side hustle to a scalable business—all without hiring staff or moving to a commercial space.
“If you’re a solo entrepreneur working with glass, acrylic, or metal, this machine will pay for itself in months,” Emily says. “I wish I had found it sooner.”
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, the Omni 1 gives small business owners the power to engrave like the pros—without the industrial learning curve or price tag.
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