Laser Marking Systems Perform Best with CodeStream

 

Laser product marking uses infrared light to affect the surface of the label or package. It can create a trenching (engraving), an ablation, or a color change. Chances are, if you are involved in product marking you understand that lasers present a superior marking technology. They’re fast, accurate, require limited maintenance, and have a long life. You may already be using lasers or you may have a few concerns regarding lasers preventing you from implementing them into your production line. Enter CodeStream.

CodeStream Eliminates Plume and Particulates from Laser Systems

 

CodeStream is a translucent dye printed on packaging similar to an ink that then undergoes a color change when activated by a laser. Nothing is burned away, which might lead to equipment failure or at minimum, downtime due to equipment maintenance. Other laser markable coatings require laser ablation that burns off a graphite-like residue released as particulates.

 

In many product marking production environments, lasers are applied to ablation ink patches, typically printed on the package as rectangular spots of black ink. Besides being unattractive elements on product packaging, they require high wattage lasers to burn the ink at high production speeds.

 

This ablation process, whether used for other laser markable coatings, ink, or any other substrates, gives off plume (particulates + fume), which is hazardous to equipment, personnel, and product requiring a clean environment. CodeStream is simply a color change process that releases zero particulates into the production atmosphere.

CodeStream Forms the Foundation of a Cost-Effective Laser Solution

 

Because other laser ablation systems must burn through ink at high speeds, they require more costly, high-wattage lasers with higher energy demands. CodeStream requires only lower-wattage, low cost CO2 lasers to activate a color change. Exisiting high-wattage lasers on-line? No problem - the wattage can be turned down which will reduce electricity needs and extend the laser life. Regardless of your specific application, CodeStream can lower your laser power requirements by 20-30 watts.

CodeStream is the Most Laser-Compatible Substrate on the Market

 

 

Marketing executives will like CodeStream for its design flexibility. Engineers will appreciate how CodeStream can streamline the marking process. Financial officers will appreciate how it can help the bottom line. We can provide expert consultation for implementing CodeStream laser marketing in the most cost effective manner. From equipment manufacturers to substrate printers, we have a network of resources ready to work with you.

Call us for a free assessment of how CodeStream can increase quality, security, and profitability for your business: 1-877-385-4486