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Inspection, Measuring, Testing & Marking
97 March/April 2007
UMS Ltd, have introduced a new range
of SIC portable dot markers for marking
human readable data including serial
numbers, date/time codes and logos. Data
matrix codes can also be marked allowing
significant amounts of information to be
encoded in a small area, for reading by
portable or integrated optical readers.
These systems are ideal for marking large
diameter pipes, fittings, flanges and valves.
The new upgraded E8 controller is available
in two versions – one with integrated
keyboard and display and one without. The
latter is ideal for integration applications
where data is pre-programmed into the
controller or accessed from a PLC or PC
type environment. Both of these controllers
have an optional Ethernet card allowing
greater network connectivity.
The E8 controllers are also fitted with
a USB port as standard allowing easier
communication with the latest PCs that no
longer possess an RS232 connector. Both
controllers can be supplied on a purpose
built trolley meaning air supply and external
power source is no longer required. The
system can be interfaced with a 1d barcode
scanner for data entry.
The new P62 and P122 hand-held portable
markers can be supplied with a column
and base attachment for benchtop marking
applications. The P62 offers user-friendly
programming with a marking preview and
roll-down menus to ensure fast and simple
operation. The SIC range also includes a
broad range of integrated systems (I series
marking heads) for production line marking.
UMS manufactures its own range of
Metaletch digital electrochemical marking
systems. The Print-on-Demand (POD)
system is ideal for thin walled section
marking where deformation of the wall
is not permissible for applications such
as aerospace. The system meets all
aerospace standards including UID.
Electrochemical marking gives a
permanent, stress free or minimal stress
mark onto the surface of the material either
as a black oxide mark or below surface
etch mark. Some aerospace applications
use a combination of etch followed by oxide
for permanent traceability.
Universal Marking Systems Ltd – UK
Fax: +44 2088 98 98 91
Email:
Website:
New range of portable dot markers
for permanent marking
› UMS manufactures a range of SIC portable dot
markers for tube and pipe