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Tech Update
Mobile Laser Marker Ideal for Large or Heavy Parts
When the operator positions the Tru- Mark 5010 Mobile Marker, a vacuum is cre- ated which hermetically seals any gap between the machine and the compo- nent. If the processing head is not properly positioned, sensors prevent the laser from emitting its beam. An integrated vacuum unit removes vapors or any materials dis- lodged during the marking process. Trumpf Inc.: 860/255-6104; www.us.trumpf.com
Powerful
Multifunctional
The TruMark 5010 Mobile Marker, a portable laser-marking unit from Trumpf, Farmington, CT, features a compact and handheld marking head. The operator simply moves the laser-marking unit to the workpiece, elimi- nating the need to move the part. Sensors help guarantee the process is conducted safely and
simple cleaning tasks and can prepare small areas for processing.
The Heat Is On.
CS Unitec’s newly improved Varilex WSF 1800 speed-controlled surface-fin- ishing and blending tool provides 25-per- cent more power and increased productivity than the previous model. With a powerful 15-A (1710-W) motor and infinitely variable speed control (2000 to 7600 RPM), the tool
accurately.
While conventional marking process-
es tend to be slow and limited, the TruMark fiber laser provides a fast and flexible solution for marking large or heavy components. Markings are durable, of consistent quality and there is no need for pre- or post- processing. Use the machine to mark identifying characters and images including barcodes, variable text and data-matrix codes. The TruMark 5010 Mobile Marker also can handle
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