MANUFACTURING RESOURCES

Laser marking & engraving insights

50 practical guides to choosing a process, specifying a mark and preparing parts for production.

Applications

Industrial Nameplates: What Information Should Be Permanent

Nameplates work best when their content is deliberate. Separate permanent product identity from information likely to change during service.

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Applications

Marking Housings and Electronics Enclosures

Housings often combine branding, orientation marks and product identification. Plan those marks with the assembly, material and cosmetic requirements in view.

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Applications

Identification on Fittings, Valves and Round Hardware

Small fittings and round hardware have limited marking space. Prioritize the required information and identify surfaces that must remain functional.

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Applications

Logos and Product Branding on Manufactured Parts

A production logo needs more than a high-resolution image. Artwork, placement, finish and acceptable appearance must be defined for the part.

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Production

How to Request an Accurate Laser Marking Quote

A complete inquiry lets a supplier quote the actual job instead of making assumptions about material, artwork, quantity and inspection.

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Production

Artwork Files for Laser Engraving: A Buyer Checklist

Good artwork preparation helps prevent size, font and revision errors. The file should describe the intended mark, not just resemble it on a screen.

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