System Technology VIN-Marking
Legal Requirements stipulate that vehicles or components must be clearly identified by means of a tamper-proof identification number (VIN). This is achieved by locally displacing the material at a defined position on the vehicle, component or workpiece.
We offer two different processes for VIN-Marking and serial number application (by laser engraving or scribing), tailored to your needs. With both variants, you benefit from a high degree of automation an efficient integration into your line production.
High-Performance Lasers for VIN-Marking
We focus on customer-oriented, efficient, fast and secure solutions for the automated identification and marking of components.
You benefit from the highest level of expertise in laser technology and state-of-the-art automation and robotics solutions. Thanks to our expertise, the VIN-Marking process can be integrated into line production and your process environment.
Integration Lasers for reliable deep engraving
Laser engraving offers you a modern alternative to conventional needle embossing and scribing processes for VIN-Marking. The advantage is reliable laser engraving and other markings on a wide variety of metals and materials. Even glass is among the materials that can be marked for VIN-Marking.
Non-contact laser engraving does not require the component to be fixed in place, thus avoiding scrateches or damage. There is no risk of the engraving smudging, which avoids costly setup times and process corrections which ultimately increases your productivity.
Application Technology for VIN-Marking
See for yourself! Our laser application head ensures safe and fast VIN-Marking. Laser engraving is performed without contacting the components, which reduces costly setup times.
The respective serial numbers or the content of the marking can be changed quickly and easily, which increases your flexibility in production.
System Technology Scribing
A conventional method for the unique and tamper-proof marking of components and vehicles is engraving. Our IMS (Independent Marking System) product group provides you with the system technology you need for VIN-Marking. This allows us to offer maximum flexibility for VIN-Marking in terms of text, embossing depth, font height and font width.
The modular system gives you a high degree of flexibility in terms of areas of application and changes to manufacturing process concepts. These range from manual workstations and workship solutions to integration into fully automated systems.
Design and functionality for VIN-Marking with engraving tools
IMS applicators are designed for maximum precision, repeat accuracy and high marking speeds. Thanks to their design and inline height adjustment, they can also be used on uneven or curved surfaces without deviating from the required penetration depth for VIN-Marking.
Thanks to the diamond tip and a wide range of extensions, the needle markers can be flexibly adapted to the respective application. The engraving depth and shape depend on the material hardness of the component to be marked, the shape of the diamond needle and the set of pneuamtic pressure.
Options and functional enhancements:
Quality monitoring and documentation are also essential to ensure high-quality VIN-Marking. Various modules are available for this purpose, which can be used individually or in combination:
- Font control
- Font field control
- Font depth control
- Neadle breakage control
End-to-end application and automation solutions
Looking for an end-to-end solution for your special-purpose machine or system? Get in touch – we’ll be happy to provide you with comprehensive advice on all aspects of application, assembly and automation solutions. We will fully implement your entire process, from conceptual design to on-site commissioning. We offer industry solutions for the automotive, household appliances, aerospace, electronics, renewable energies, chemical, construction and furniture industries as well as medical technology and pharma life science.
Implement your application process with ATN
ATN’s reliable application systems comprise all the components you need for application across all orders. They include barrel emptying systems, dosing systems and nozzle cleaning systems as well as many accessories. ATN is your partner for reliable precision fluid dosing systems. ATN application systems guarantee a consistent quality of your processes.