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Benefits of Dot Peen Marking

Benefits of Dot Peen Marking Dot peen or pin marking is the process of using a pin or stylus to create machine- or human-readable marks in hard materials such as metals or some plastics. The growing complexity of supply chains and regulatory frameworks has necessitated robust traceability solutions within manufacturing processes. Our pin marking machines […]

Types of Dot Peen Marking Machines

What is a Dot Peen Marking Machine?   Dot peen marking machines are devices that use pneumatically or electrically driven carbide, tungsten carbide stylus, or pin to create permanent marks on various surfaces. This process is particularly popular in manufacturing and industrial settings due to its ability to add essential information to parts, including date […]

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Making the Right Traceability Decisions in Manufacturing

If you’ve been considering adding traceabilty to your manufacturing process, the best time to start is now. In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, you know that choosing the right traceability solution is crucial for ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance. This blog post delves into the various traceability technologies for direct part marking, key factors to […]

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4 Steps to Building a Scalable Manufacturing Traceability System

By now, you’ve done your homework and understand that manufacturing traceability and part marking are essential if you want to remain competitive. This is Industry 4.0, a time when consumers, regulatory agencies, and your partners throughout the supply chain demand greater transparency. And if you want to be a top player, enhancing operational efficiency and […]

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How to Minimize Costly Manufacturing Risks

Manufacturing has never been a walk in the park, but today more and more manufacturers tell me they’re thinking of it as a risky business. Let’s look at some of the reasons, and what we can do about them. First, there’s the impact of counterfeiting and diversion (C&D): Since 2010, the MSRP value of counterfeit […]

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5 Big Auto Trends You Need to Prepare For

The automotive industry is in the midst of big changes, from technology advances to evolving consumer preferences to tighter regulations. This transition is shifting the traditional business model, and the interconnected effects will touch every part of the automotive supply chain. As a part of that chain, suppliers and manufacturers must anticipate upcoming automotive market […]

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