25 Feb How to Prevent Laser Engraving Mistakes
For absolute marking accuracy, it is crucial to side-step engraving errors — especially if you are engraving traceability markings. With the help of advanced software, businesses can enhance marking precision and increase their output. Businesses that rely on software to automate engraving tasks and mitigate errors can secure a strong foothold in the market.
Challenges in Laser Marking Processes
Companies need efficient marking systems to meet their production quotas. There are many factors to consider to achieve error-free markings, like the material of your products, the capabilities of your laser equipment and engraving requirements like contrast and resolution. In addition to these factors, you also need to make sure you mark the correct area of the product. When marking errors occur, product quality suffers, and it becomes more challenging to meet production quotas. Marking errors also lead to discarded products, which can be costly.
Common Causes of Laser Marking Errors
Watch out for the following operator-induced engraving mistakes:
- Marking a product twice: Operators can easily mark products twice if the marked part is not removed from the marking area. The company will have to discard these items, and in some cases, companies can’t use mistakenly engraved serial numbers again without a lengthy procedure.
- Inaccurate alignment: When the material is not placed correctly in the marking area and not aligned, the laser will place the markings in the wrong area. You might have to discard items that are marked incorrectly.
Why Opt for Automated Laser Systems?
Laser engraving automation is more than robotics — it also encompasses mark detection on items and remote positioning to ensure surfaces get engraved in the correct area. Businesses can increase production speed and improve accuracy when relying on automated laser marking solutions rather than human operators. Although relying on technology to execute engraving tasks requires thorough planning and setup, automation solutions can mitigate operator-induced errors.
Introducing Merlin® Software and iZONIT®
All Telesis Technologies, Inc. laser equipment comes with our Merlin® propriety laser software. This software helps you to easily create graphics, alphanumeric characters, machine-readable data matrix symbols and more. The software also includes our iZONIT® Intelligent Pixel Tracker — an advanced detection tool. This tool aids operators in determining the marking position of an object and allows them to view the marking position remotely. With the help of this detection tool, operators can avoid common laser-marking errors.
The Benefits of Using Our Intelligent Pixel Tracker
By making use of our iZONIT® detection tool, you can enjoy the following advantages:
- Enhanced productivity: This technology increases productivity, especially when operators need to mark multiple parts. You can quickly determine the mark position of your item with the iZONIT® camera.
- Increased accuracy: This software aids operators in marking items in the right area. This tool also verifies whether an item is marked or not, mitigating mistakes of marking products twice.
- Enhanced compliance: This software can verify and validate data matrix 2D codes on the spot to ensure you stay compliant.
How to Implement Our Intelligent Pixel Tracker
When you rely on Telesis Technologies, Inc. for advanced laser engraving equipment and software, we’ll happily help you with the implementation process. Our knowledgeable and fully-trained field service engineers are available to install your laser equipment and Merlin® software on-site. We’ll support your production team when you implement our advanced technology. At Telesis Technologies, Inc., we pride ourselves on stellar customer service.
Rely on iZONIT® for Various Applications
Telesis Technologies, Inc. supplies laser markers and iZONIT® Intelligent Pixel Tracker software to a diverse range of industries — from medical device manufacturers to the aerospace and automotive industry. These sectors rely on our technology for error-free laser marking.
We also have an impressive list of satisfied clients who rely on our laser markers and software for accurate and efficient engraving. Our clients confidently count on our tools for marking precision. Our detection tool is especially helpful for businesses that implement lasers for traceability markings — ensuring items receive a unique identification marker like a serial number, QR code or barcode. This software positions traceability markings and ensures each item only receives one marking.
Technological Innovations in Laser Marking
As technology advances, the laser marking industry will increasingly use technology to perform tasks with little or no human intervention. By relying on advanced technology like Telesis Technologies, Inc. software and automation solutions, businesses can side-step common laser marking errors and enjoy improved marking quality and efficiency.
Find out More About Advanced Solutions by Telesis Technologies, Inc.
If your business can avoid common operator-induced laser engraving errors, you can gain a competitive edge — delivering quality markings and increasing productivity. Outperform with advanced solutions from Telesis Technologies, Inc. Learn more about our Merlin® propriety laser software and iZONIT® Intelligent Pixel Tracker. If you have any questions about our software solutions and how they can benefit your application, reach out to our friendly team online.
