Application Details

  • Character Size: 1/16"
  • Number of Characters: 4
  • Material: Steel
  • Cycle Time: Less than 2 seconds
  • Air Pressure: 40 psi
  • Solution For Industrial Environment: CMT Model 78 Standard
  • Solution For Extreme Debris - weld station: CMT Model 78SUB(K)
  • Solution For Submersion Leak or Vacuum Test station: CMT Model 78SUB(N)

Application Description

Enhancing Quality Control with Mite-E-Mark

A manufacturer was facing challenges in tracking production parts. When issues arose, they struggled to pinpoint the exact date of build, leading to inefficiencies and complications in quality control. They considered laser marking but found it too expensive and complex for their needs. They wanted a cost-effective and straightforward solution.

The Challenge

Tight spaces resticted the room for any additional tooling. In addition, costs is always a factor in considering any manufacturing solution.

The Solution: Date Coding with Columbia Marking Tools

Columbia Marking Tools provided the perfect answer with a simple yet effective solution: a 4-digit Julian date code provided by the COMPACT Mite-E-Mark. This code could be indented into each part in just a fraction of a second, ensuring precise traceability without disrupting production flow.