Making the Right Impression · SECONDARY MARKING Permanent identification Alpha/numeric characters...
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Making the Right ImpressionIndustrial Marking Solutions for Today
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Today’s focus
1. Pattern labeling
2. Direct-part marking
3. Ink marking
What are companies looking for:
PATTERN LABELINGTypical detail cast into products:
▪ Heat numbers
▪ Date codes
▪ Order numbers
▪ Part numbers and/or sizes
▪ Customer specific
PATTERN LABELINGPrevious systems:
▪ Rotate for 1-char / time
▪ Materials are costly (hard to find)
▪ Systems obsolete(Service & parts hard to find)
PATTERN LABELING
UPGRADE OPTION
▪ Multiple legends made quickly
▪ Imprints characters at one time
▪ Consistent imprint
▪ Better legibility
Watch video of Manual Pattern Labeling System
https://www.leadingmarks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/manual-foundry-marking.mp4
PATTERN LABELING
System capabilities:
▪ Character sizes 1/8” to 3/4“
▪ Tape sizes 13/32” to 7/8”
Benefits:
- Pliable on curved surfaces
- Better legibility once cast in
- One system, multiple character sizes
SECONDARY MARKINGPermanent identification
▪ Alpha/numeric characters▪ Serial numbers▪ Logos
Previous solutions:▪ Steel hand stamps
▪ Holders & type
Risks:▪ Injury to worker
▪ Inconsistent impressions
SECONDARY MARKING
DIRECT PART MARK UPGRADES
Options:
▪ Dot Peen
▪ Lasers
Benefits:▪ Bar codes available
▪ Automate the process
▪ Error-proof options Above photo is example of dot peen marking
SECONDARY MARKING
Dot Peen Marking Laser Marking
SECONDARY MARKING
Dot Peen
▪ Most common technology today
▪ Pneumatic & electric options
▪ Stand-alone, integrated units
▪ Hand-held
Watch video of Dot Peen Marking System
https://www.leadingmarks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/automator-dot-peen-1.mp4
SECONDARY MARKING
Dot Peen
▪ Carbide stylus creates mark
▪ Different tip options
▪ No contrast to marks
▪ Materials up to 59RC
▪ Some plastics
SECONDARY MARKING
Laser
▪ Marking can be faster
▪ Parts only need to be stationary
▪ More efficient costs than previous
▪ Risks for safety
Watch video of Laser Marking System
https://www.leadingmarks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/automator-fybra-laser.mp4
SECONDARY MARKINGLaser
• Stand-alone & integrated
• Accessories
• Minimal maintenance
INK MARKING
INK MARKING
▪ Previously stencils
▪ Investment of time
▪ Sloppy
▪ Variable information requires additional stencils
INK MARKING
Handjet 260
▪ Wireless (Handjet250 Bluetooth)
▪ PC or on device programming
▪ Alpha/numeric
▪ Symbols & logos
▪ Serialization & date codes
INK MARKING
Benefits:
▪ Variety of substrates
▪ Multiple inks & colors
▪ Better legibility
▪ Barcodes for traceability
TRACEABILITYMobile Apps
▪ Links technology to shop
Use cases
▪ QC Inspections/reworks
▪ 5S Good housekeeping
▪ Work-in-process
SUMMARY
▪ Marking evolving to meet industry needs
▪ Better legibility
▪ Costs savings thru reduced cycle times
▪ Traceability that minimizes risk
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