Inline Laser Marking: Fast and Integrated Solutions in Mass Production
What is Inline Laser Marking?
Integration into Production Lines
Inline laser marking is a solution that enables high-speed and contactless marking of products moving on a conveyor belt in mass production factories. With MES/ERP integration, it is possible to process different barcodes, QR codes, or serial numbers for each product.
Galvo and Moving Platforms
Inline machines generally use galvo scanner heads. This allows the laser beam to be synchronized with the product flow speed. For larger parts, X-Y moving platforms can be used.
Advantages of Inline Laser Marking
High-Speed Marking
Depending on conveyor speed, hundreds of products can be marked within seconds. This provides high efficiency, especially in the automotive, electronics, and food sectors.
Continuous Production
Since the machine operates integrated into the production line, marking is performed without stop-and-go. This reduces production losses and lowers labor costs.
Eco-Friendly and Low Cost
As it requires no consumables, it offers low operating costs in the long run. In addition, since no chemicals or inks are used, the environmental impact is minimal.
Flexible Coding and Traceability
A different serial number, QR code, barcode, or production date can be processed for each product. This ensures full traceability and prevents counterfeiting.
Application Areas of Inline Laser Marking
Automotive Industry
Chassis numbers, engine parts, plastic components, and sensors can be quickly marked with inline laser marking machines.
Electronics and IT
Microscale precise marking can be performed on cables, PCB boards, chips, and connectors.
Food and Beverage Industry
Expiration dates, batch numbers, and barcodes can be directly applied on bottles, cans, and packaging. This eliminates ink and label costs.
Medical and Pharmaceutical Industry
Permanent marking suitable for sterile environments can be applied to medicine boxes, medical tubes, syringes, and surgical instruments.
Technical Features and Integration
Synchronization with Conveyor Line
The laser marking machine works synchronized with conveyor belt sensors and PLC systems. The laser output is automatically adjusted according to product speed.
Automation Software
MES/ERP software connected to the production line automatically receives product-based codes. Dynamic data processing is performed without operator intervention.
Marking Area and Power Options
Depending on product size and material, different fiber, CO₂, or UV laser options can be used.
Quality Control and Traceability
Vision systems verify the marking after processing. Low-readability codes are instantly detected, minimizing the error rate.
Selection Criteria for Inline Laser Marking Machines
Production Capacity
If tens of thousands of products need to be marked daily, high-power machines with large marking areas should be preferred.
Material Type
Fiber lasers are recommended for metal surfaces, CO2 lasers for plastics, and UV lasers for glass and medical products.
Automation Compatibility
Machines compatible with your existing PLC and conveyor infrastructure should be selected. Laser marking systems make this integration easier.
Maintenance and Service
For long-term use, machines with durable optical components, low maintenance requirements, and fast service support should be preferred.
Software Features
CAD/CAM-compatible software should provide barcode/QR code creation, database integration, and quality control support.
