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Laser Marking

What Are the Differences Between Laser Engraving and Laser Annealing?
By Normand Lemieux on August 27, 2018

Fiber lasers are used to carry out laser direct part marking (LDPM) on various metals. From the softer to the hardest metals, it is possible to mark individualized identifiers that takes the forms of...

Laser Marking Time Estimate for Industrial Applications
By Normand Lemieux on June 29, 2018

Traceability can be the source of a great competitive advantage for diecasters and many others in the primary metals industry. Laser marking combined with Data Matrix Code is a great means to do...

Laser Engraving for the Diecasting and Primary Metals Industries
By Normand Lemieux on June 04, 2018

This post offers an overview of laser direct part marking, the reasons to favour Data Matrix Codes over any other encoding mechanism, how much time is required to uniquely identify a part and a quick...

The Challenges of Direct Part Marking (DPM) and Post Process Treatments
By Normand Lemieux on March 08, 2018

We have been saying for quite some time now that laser Direct Part Marking (DPM) is the sturdiest way to implement a traceability system. We have put our beliefs to the test, and the results are in....

Laser Automation of an Industrial Laser Marking System
By Normand Lemieux on December 18, 2017

High-power lasers, such as those used for marking, cleaning and cutting applications, when they are encased in a properly designed enclosure become 100% safe for workers and passersby. In this video,...

Integrating laser markers : An interview with Paul Rochette
By Normand Lemieux on November 09, 2017

Mr. Paul Rochette, Director Business Development for Primary Metal - Laserax Paul graduated in Mechanical Engineering. He has over 20 years of experience in product...

Inkjet or Laser Marking Systems : How to choose
By Lauris Talbot on May 05, 2017

Inkjet markers and laser marking systems are common options for many industrial marking applications. In order to choose the best option for your application, let’s try to understand how both...