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Metal Marking Solutions

Metal Marking Systems

  • Metal Tags for metal marking, embossing, indenting, imprinting, and branding.Indenting: A character wheel with raised letter and numbers indents programmed information into a metal surface.
  • Embossing: Raised characters are produced through the use of a male and female die brought together by pressure applied above and below a marking surface.
  • Branding: The method of producing a color transferred character through the use of a heating system and colored foils.
  • Dot Pin Marking (Micro-Percussion marking): The method of making indents in the material using a vibrating tool without weakening the material being marked.

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Indenting Systems

TMI-1000

TMI-100 Indenting System.  Metal Plate marking.A low to mid volume microprocessor controlled metal marking system. This semi-automatic system brings reliability and speed to the marking of the flat metal plates for all types of permanent product identification.

  • Keyboard controlled tab set and manual line spacing
  • Stepper motor controlled X axis table positioning; manual Y axis control
  • Full 40 character print selection
  • (50 character option)

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TMI-2000

TMI-2000 Indenting System. Marking data plates and other plastic material.A mid to high volume microprocessor controlled data plate marker. Fast, accurate, fully automatic marking of data plates and other plastic material. This machine can store up to ten programs in memory.

  • X-Y stepper motor controlled table positioning
  • Full 40-character print selection
  • (50 character optional)
  • 16-character LCD display
  • Automatic sequential numbering

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ACEP-J2E

ACEP-J2E Indenting Metal Marking System. For marking plastic, aluminum, cold rolled steel, stainless steel and more!Our ACEP-J2E is a heavy-duty high volume automatic microprocessor controlled metal marking system. The ultimate computer marking system can be equiped with our optional auto tag feeder. This system is a fast and efficient method of marking plastic, aluminum, cold rolled steel, stainless steel, and many other applications.

  • Stores up to 40 tag formats on-board memory
  • Two-line 48 character LCD display
  • Variable data entry
  • Automatic sequential numbering

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Embossing Systems

DC-460

DC-460 Metal Embossing System.  For plastic card embossing, industrial plate embossing, military embossing and medical dog tags embossing.High volume microprocessor controlled system for plastic or metal material. An automatic feed system provides a constant supply of blank cards to the DC-460. Three models of this machine are available for plastic cards, industrial plates, military and medical dog tags.

  • RS-232 Serial Port
  • Two-Line 48 character LCD display
  • Keyboard Formatting of Individual Tag

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ST-880E

Automark's ST-880E heavy duty strip tag embossing.  Embosses metal strips of aluminum, stainless steel, cold rolled steel.Automark's ST-880E is best suited for heavy duty strip tag embossing. This machine embosses metal strips of aluminum, stainless steel, and cold rolled steel. Three other types of cut-off dies are available: double line horizontal, single line vertical, tongue and slot. See dealer for details.

  • 40-program memory storage (with editing capacity)
  • RS-232 Serial Port
  • Automatic sequential numbering
  • Constant or variable data programming

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Addressograph 360

Addressograph 360 Embossing System. Great for US Military Dog Tags.Addressograph engineers have designed the Addressograph Model 360 for the specific needs of low to medium volume production and to accommodate a wide variety of odd size plates.

Manual loading, with electronic data input and operation for perfect, error free embossing, This is an ideal system for applications which require short runs of multiple plate sizes and formats.

This model is also ideal in banking for merchant plate applications. Addressograph Bumpy-Barcode Technology is just one of the many features of the Model 360. Clean, quiet, dependable and very quick, the Addressograph Model 360 can handle almost any metal plate marking application. In fact, it's the choice of the United States Armed Forces for the production of military identification dog-tags.

Just one more very proud example of Addressograph's ability to provide Identification Solutions Since 1896.

  • Most standard fonts available from 1/32 to 16/32 inch
  • Automotive 311
  • Other styles available upon request
  • Off-line keyboard/LCD
  • Windows generic software
  • "Metal" DOS software
  • "Autometal" Windows 98/NT software
  • "Bossman" bar coding software
  • RS232 interface to host computer; many protocols
  • Setup and formatting by PC

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Addressograph 400

Addressograph 400 Metal Embossing System.  Solves your industrial marking and metal plate labeling needs.The Addressograph Model 400 auto feed embosser is fast, quiet, dependable, and smart. Advanced software maximizes productivity and the expanded on-screen PC controls reduce downtime. Fully automatic, the Model 400 is the most capable metal plate marking system in the industry, able to emboss up to 250 characters per minute around the clock.

The Addressograph Series of Metal Plate Embossers combine speed, quietness and strength with smart, flexible production performance. Designed for durability and long-life, Addressograph embossers deliver exceptional quality plates in seconds, shift after shift, year after year. From US Military dog tags and serial plates, to VIN tags and rating plates, the Addressograph Model 400 can solve your industrial marking and metal plate labeling needs.

The standard RS232 interface allows for on-line connection to your PC or host computer or your can be keyed in off-line when necessary.

Designed to fit into the most demanding production environments, the Model 400 can produce serial and model number plates, identifications tags and rating plates at the fastest embossing production rates possible. Designed for reliable round-the-clock operations, this machine will run effortlessly hour after hour.

  • Most standard fonts available from 1/32 to 16/32 inch
  • Automotive 311
  • Other styles available per request
  • Off-line keyboard/LCD
  • Windows generic software
  • "Metal" DOS software
  • "Autometal" Windows 98/NT software
  • "Bossman" bar coding software
  • RS232 interface to host computer; many protocols
  • Setup and formatting by PC

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Branding Systems

ACEP-J2EB

ACEP-J2EB Branding System will allow you to brand plastic and aluminum foil tags.Our ACEP-J2EB is a heavy duty high volume automatic microprocessor controlled marking system. The ultimate computer marking system can be equipped with our optional auto tag feeder. This system is a fast and efficient method of branding plastic and aluminum foil tags and many other applications.

  • Stores up to 40 tag formats on board memory
  • Two-line 48 character LCD display
  • Variable data entry
  • Automatic sequential numbering

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Dot Pin Marking Systems (Micro-Percussion Marking)

DP3000

ProPen DP3000 Dot Pin Markin System. Can rotate to mark on oddly shaped parts.  Will mark metal, treated wood, untreated wood and plastic.Our DP3000 Motorized Rotating Axis Device allows the rotation and marking on the circumference of a part. The principle of micro-percussion marking is based on making indents in the material using a vibrating tool. This technology will not weaken the material to be marked, whatever its thickness may be. All materials, provided they are not harder than 62 HRC, can be marked (metals, treated or untreated, wood and plastics).

  • Ready To Use: The DP3000 motorized rotating axis device is delivered as a complete package. Thanks to its user manual it is quick and easy to install.
  • Wide Variety of Parts: Thanks to its hollow chuck andits internal and external clamping ability, the DP3000 allows an extensive range of parts to be marked.
  • Optimized Productivity: The DP3000 has a variable speed of rotation which can be adapted to the size of the part you wish to mark. In this way, whatever the part, you can always ensure that the marking best suits your production requirements.
  • Simplicity: By using the Windows based PW03 software, the DP3000 is very simple to program. This user friendly and flexible software allows you to easily achieve the desired marking for all your parts.
  • Numerous Possibilities: The DP3000 is very flexible. The parts can be marked in different positions and for this reason it is easily adaptable to the shape of your products.

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PW03

ProPen PW03 Windows Enhanced Marking Software.  Marking Program.Our Windows Enhanced Marking Software PW03 is a versatile and user friendly Windows based marking program.

  • User Friendly: As soon as the marking software PW03 is installed on a PC or laptop, you can enjoy all the benefits of a Windows environment.
  • Screen Preview: The graphic interface allows you to see the marking on the screen prior to conducting your marking. For speed and ease of programming you can also make adjustments on the screen using a mouse.
  • Marking Assistance: Different help keys are available: X/Y tool positioning, file and block simulation without marking and circular marking assistance.
  • Password Control: Two levels of operators, which are locked by a password, allow you to limit access to the different menus in the program. The software is also protected by a key which allows you to restrict use when required.
  • Flexibility and Freedom: While the P3000 machine has its own integrated marking program the PW03 Windows software allows much greater flexibility and program control. In addition, the <<Transfer Files>> function allows you to use Windows to its full potential and to stock an unlimited number of marking files while safeguarding the independance of the machine.
  • Logo Ability: The Windows based software has the capability of downloading and transferring logos to the P3000.

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P3000

ProPen P3000 Nameplate and Tag marking system allows the quick and easy marking of identification nameplates and tags, whatever their size, shape or thickness.The P3000 Nameplate and Tag Marking System allows the quick and easy marking of identification nameplates and tags, whatever their shape, size and thickness.

  • A Complete Solution: The P3000T machine for nameplate and tag marking is delivered as a complete package. Due to its soundproof plateholder and its patented magnetic clamping system, it is possible to mark all types of nameplates from 0.2" x 0.4".
  • Versatility: The P3000T machine is capable of marking all shapes of nameplates and tags (rectangular, round, square, etc.), in metal or plastic. It also allows you to mark all types of parts (tools, mechanical parts, keys, etc.)
  • One Marking Tool: The P3000T program allows you to mark characters of variable heights (from 0.04" to 3.15") as well as logos with one marking tool. It also allows you to automatically mark dates, date codes, incriminating serial numbers, shift and batch codes.
  • Consistency and Quality: The marking tool creates permanent markings which are both indelible and aesthetic. Due to its consistency and quality of mark, the marking does not damage the nameplates whatever their thickness (from 0.02").
  • An Exceptional Price: The P3000T machine is sold at an exceptional price and does not require any form of consumables. Moreover this robust and reliable machine is very easy to maintain.

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ProPen's PFD3000 Nameplate and Tag Marking System allows automatic marking of identification and namplates and tags.PFD3000

The PFD3000 Nameplate and Tag Marking System allows automatic marking of identification and nameplates and tags.

  • A Complete Solution: The PFD3000 machine for nameplates and tag marking is delivered as a complete package. This system allows automatic marking and feeding of tags.
  • Versatility: The PFD3000 machine is capable of marking a variety of nameplates and tags. The tag feeder can also be removed to allow marking of all types of parts (tools, mechanical parts, plastic parts, keys...etc.)
  • One Marking Tool: The PFD3000 program allows you to mark characters of variable heights (from 0.04" to 3.15") as well as logos with one marking tool. It allows you to automatically mark dates, date codes, incrementing serial num ers, shift and batch codes.
  • Consistency and Quality: The marking tool creates consistent, high-quality permanent marks. The low-impact micro-percussion marking does not damage the tags.
  • An Exceptional Price: The PFD3000 machine is sold at an exceptional price. Moreover this robust and reliable machine is easy to maintain.

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Windows Tag Marking Software

ProPen's Windows Tag Marking Software.  Windows based marking program for tags.The Windows Tag Marking Software is a versatile and user-friendly Windows based marking program for tags.

  • Flexibility and Freedom: While the P3000 machine has its own integrated marking program the Windows software allows much greater flexibility and program control. In addition, the Import files function allows you to import data to be marked. This eliminates time-consuming manual entry and errors.
  • User Friendly: As soon as the marking software is installed on a PC or laptop, you can enjoy all the benefits of a Windows environment.
  • Screen Preview: The graphic interface allows you to see the marking on screen prior to conducting your marking.
  • Marking Assistance: Different formatting functions are available: positioning, date format, serial number, tag layout.
  • Password Control: Two levels of operators, which are locked by a password, allow you to limit access to the different menus in the program.

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M-3000

ProPen's M-3000 Mobile Marking Solution.  The M-3000 Mobile Marking Solution is ergonomic and easy to use.

  • Ready to Use: The M-3000 comes supplied with everything needed for immediate operation. The on-board processor allows the operator to select and preview files using the built-in keyboard and LCD screen. It can be operated with a battery pack for complete mobility or a 24V - 110V converter, both included.
  • User-Friendly: The integrated marking software is very easy to program and adapt to your marking requirements. It's simplicity allows operators to use the equipment without in-depth training.
  • Ergonomic: The M-3000's well-balanced design makes it easy to manipulate. The handle can be positioned for left or right-handed operation. A molded attachment point allows the M-3000 to be suspended from the operators belt or an overhead hook, keeping it out of the way when not in use.
  • Low Maintenance: The robust and reliable mechanics of the M-3000 marking gun require little maintenance.
  • Cost Effective: Compared to other marking technologies, the M-3000 requires few consumables. It is therefore the most cost effective marking system to run.

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