ORLANDO, Fla.—The aerospace industry holds a key application for handheld laser marking systems developed by Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), the company said in a release.
Laser Photonics Corporation is a global developer of industrial laser systems for laser cleaning and other material processing applications. Its MarkStar laser marking systems use non-contact technology where focused laser beams partially disintegrate a surface to create a pattern. They can be used on a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, ceramics, and even some organic materials, such as leather or fabric, according to LPC.
This versatility makes LPC systems “the ideal choice for brand marking, serial numbering, component labeling, engraving logos and barcodes, and even personalizing products,” the company said in the release.
“Our MarkStar enables on-the-fly marking of components with scannable 2D barcodes and UID codes, creating wear-resistant, permanent marks on a wide range of materials,” said Wayne Tupuola, CEO of Laser Photonics, in the release. “This comes in handy in markets where component traceability is important, such as in aerospace. Manufacturers of aircraft components are increasingly relying on laser marking technology and replacing slower and less reliable methods like dot-peen stamping or inkjet marking. Laser Photonics Corporation proudly serves as a supplier to the pioneers driving this trend.”
Laser Photonics’ MarkStar systems are Windows 10-compatible, industrial-grade systems that are designed to operate under continuous high-vibration, shock, and dust conditions. All Direct Parts Marking (DPM)—including UDI/UID barcodes, logos, and all other service marks made with the systems—are permanent, legible, and non-removable, with unique functionality applied to highly reflective metals, the company said.
The MarkStar systems are powered by state-of-the-art laser marking technology engineered for portability and ease of use. They are said to be maintenance-free and require no consumables other than electricity. Manufacturers can mark a wide variety of surfaces for identification and tracking, enabling the operators, in turn, to quickly scan parts for vital information. Professionals in the aerospace industry can streamline their processes while saving time and costs with LPC’s cutting-edge laser technology, the company said.
According to LPC, the systems can be integrated into a wide variety of production workflows, offering high accuracy and readability, as well as lower labor costs versus traditional material marking methods.