Product identification is the process of labeling or marking parts and components for the purposes of quality control and tracking. Identification marks in the form of numbers, logos, seals or designs, are embossed, etched, stamped or printed on many different surfaces by marking machinery, attributing the product to a manufacturer or producer.
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Telesis Technologies, Inc.Circleville, OH 800-654-5696 As a manufacturer and integrator of Dot-Peen, scribe and laser marking systems and equipment since 1971, Telesis provides permanent part marking solutions to customers all over the world. Telesis continues to expand its part marking technologies to assure you receive the best design for your plant and product needs -- tough and durable to withstand real-world industrial manufacturing conditions.
Elmark Packaging, Inc.West Chester, PA 800-670-9688 Established in 1980 by individuals with extensive experience in the field of packaging, Elmark Packaging, Inc. is a supplier of labeling, coding and marking solutions as well as the methods, and materials for adding information to packages and products. When it comes to product identification, they can provide the exact tool to your specifications. Call or visit their website today to get started!
Mercury Marking DevicesLake Elsinore, CA 800-269-9305 Mercury Marking Devices has been in engraving since 1918. We offer marking machines and support for your product coding applications. Our marking systems include pin markers; presses-pneumatic, hydraulic and roll markers; steel types and dies; type holders and numbering heads. Call us today to learn more about our company. We look forward to hearing from you!
New Method Steel Stamps, Inc.Fraser, MI 800-582-0199 New Method Steel Stamps is the world leader in manufacturing Automatic Roll Marking Attachments for OD and End Face marking. We also specialize in In-House Designing and Building Primary and Secondary Marking Machines. Numbering Heads, Pneumatic and Manual Impact Marking Presses. We also do recycling inserts (engraving).
Kwikmark Inc.McHenry, IL 815-363-8268 The Kwikmark dot peen impact marking system is a self-contained marking tool that doesn`t require a PC for operation. It is designed to be the easiest system to use & is the fastest dot peen marking machinery system available. The kwikmark is a chipless engraving machine that marks gears & cams and is a cost-effective alternative to laser marking. No training is necessary, & it is low maintenance.
Markem-ImajeKennesaw, GA 770-421-7700 To become the trusted industry leader in manufacturing, Markem-Imaje works to raise customer expectations for products and services with solid and transparent commitments, supported by tangible benefits. They strive to increase uptime, lessen waste, be planet-friendly and reduced costs. Turn to Markem-Imaje for all of your product identification and other requirements.
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Product identification marks are becoming more important in the industrial world for a number of reasons. Firstly, the process of product identification allows businesses to reduce counterfeiting by checking the manufacturer's codes and seals. Product identification marks are placed on a part by the manufacturer and can then be verified by the purchaser to ensure part authenticity. The process of traceability and the accountability of the manufacturer is becoming increasingly necessary for both local and export trading purposes. Today, most businesses in the automotive, medical and aerospace industries will refuse to consider purchasing inadequately marked products from suppliers as there is a lack of guarantee for the origin and quality of the part. Another important reason for the existence of product identification is that customer recognition grows due to the increased visibility of a company's logo or design on its part components. This process is becoming more common and many everyday products, like promotional gifts, jewelry or engine parts, are now typically marked by marking machines.
The permanency of the product identification mark tends to depend on the intended life span of the product and the context of its use, and this will be a factor in determining which process to use. Marking machines employ many techniques, including: laser marking, press marking, roll marking, dot peen marking, stylus marking, and numbering using marking tools such as steel stamps and scribers. Laser markers use laser radiation with either a scribe or stencil system to create designs. Press marking uses a hydraulic ram to create an impression on a part. Roll marking can be used for either round or flat parts, and rollers or type holders press designs into the part or material. Rotary marking is used for circular parts, and marking is done on a rotating carrier. Stylus marking uses many sizes of marking heads to create an image, and nameplate marking uses an impression method to press lettering into a plate. Marking systems may be designed for manual use when the marking needs are low-volume and more simple. For high-volume product identification needs, marking systems or machines may be integrated into automated systems. Automation of the product identification process will also ensure consistency throughout the labeling of the parts.
