Slide-A-Mark Automation Station

Robotic Marking Press
Robotic Makring Press

Slide-A-Mark Robotic Marking Station

The Slide-A-Mark robotic marking station offers a turnkey solution featuring Columbia Marking Tools' unique telescoping air impact marker. This innovative marking unit is integrated with a C-frame, floor pedestal, and control system, providing a compact and fully automated marking solution.

The station is loaded through robotic automation, and may be purchased in a variety of configurations making it adaptable to a variety of production setups. Designed for high-volume marking applications, the Slide-A-Mark robotic station excels in applying part numbers, quality control (QC) marks, and more with precision and reliability.

Robotic Marking Station

Ready to run in fully Automated Robotic Cell

Technical Data Sheet

Station Components

The R751/R851 Slide-A-Mark Robotic marking station is composed of the following key components:

Air-Powered Ram
Provides the driving force for marking operations.
Controls
Includes operator interfaces for starting and managing the marking cycle.
Stamp Holder and Stamps
Designed to securely hold and position the marking stamps. Upgrades include numbering heads for serial numbering.
Frame Options
C Frame with floor pedestal. Different orientations available.
Sound Abatement
OSHA approved sound reduction shield.

The marker is available in various standard rod styles and type holders to suit different marking needs. A system of air valve devices precisely controls the impact to ensure consistent and accurate marking results.

Robotic Marking Press
Robotic Makring Press
Robotic Marking Press
Robotic Marking Press

Marking Sequence

This unique marking system operates based on a two-stage impact mechanism developed and patented by CMT. The process follows these steps:

  1. Approach: The marker moves toward the workpiece.
  2. Squeeze: The marker applies a controlled squeeze to the workpiece to stabilize it.
  3. Mark: Using an internally actuated soft impact, the marker imprints the desired mark onto the workpiece.
  4. Retract: The marker retracts to its starting position, ready for the next marking operation.

The sequence is initiated either by operator palm buttons or a part-present cycle switch, ensuring safety and precision in automated or semi-automated setups.

Station Details

  1. Air powered ram
  2. 4-way valve and air controls
  3. FRL – Filter Regulator Lock out (OSHA required).
  4. Holder (or numbering head)
  5. Sound Abatement
  6. Part Rest, Backup.
  7. Floor Pedestal
Slide-A-Mark Automation Station Details