StencilMark™ Press Release
Alhambra, CA (1/19/01) - A new low-cost, electro-chemical etch system for permanently marking commercial aircraft and engine metal parts has been developed by Marking Methods, Inc. SM2000 system, which permanently marks parts for cradle-to-grave traceability, directly applies a machine-readable, 2-dimensional data matrix code as specified by Air Transport Association (ATA) Spec 2000. Data matrix codes are scaleable and can be marked in very small areas. Unlike other methods of permanent marking, the marking process will not weaken or distort metal parts because the molecular structure of the part is not altered beyond the depth of the mark. The process can even mark thin-walled parts safely and permanently without damage. The new electro-chemical system consists of an electric power unit, marking applicator, stencils, electrolyte, cleaner, imprinter, and software to create the stencils. Depending upon the application, either a hand-held or fixed-station reader is available. Manufacturers can get started with the new electro-chemical marking system with only a few minutes of instruction. Systems are in stock and ready for immediate delivery.
