A MOPA fiber laser is an industrial laser engraving machine that utilizes a master oscillator and a power amplifier to generate high-power laser output with exceptional precision in controlling pulse parameters for enhanced direct part marking on plastics, metals, and clear aluminum materials. Read more

If you manufacture components, you know how important it is to mark your parts with a part number, model number, barcode, or a logo. However, far too many manufacturing operations rely on older product marking methods and are missing out on the advantages of more modern a technologies. Read more

Today’s marking and engraving technology makes it easier to track parts through the manufacturing process and trace them back to their origin. Time is money, and the benefits of laser marking can help you put more of that money to your bottom line. Read more

How can you make track and trace technology within your automated production line a competitive advantage? Discover top advice for maximizing track and trace technology within your automated production line. Improve quality control, compliance, and more. Read more

We are honored to have received an award from the Carnegie Science Center officials. On October 13, MECCO and Robert Morris University received a Carnegie Science Award in the Exemplary Educational/Corporate Collaboration category for providing numerous internship and research opportunities. Read more

You have a project that requires permanently laser marking your products. Whether you need it soon (yesterday?) or a year down the road, it’s never too early to start your search when buying laser marking technology for your business. Read more

Direct part marking allows downhole drillers, tool joint manufacturers, fabricators, or industry suppliers to verify part quality by marking them with essential traceability info. If any issues do arise in the field, parts from the same batch can be quickly identified to prevent costly mistakes. Read more

Pin markers, including scribe marking machines and impact dot peen marking machines, help manufacturing companies stay in compliance and meet customer demands. Save your operation time and money. Find out how you can avoid these costly mistakes. Read more

Manufacturing machines, including those for direct part marking, can produce noise. But while most of these sounds fall well under acceptable decibel limits, others can reach dangerous points if not well controlled. How how you can control industrial the noise get the deep, permanent marks you need? Read more

If you’re looking for a powerful technology that can be used to create clean, fast, high-contrast permanent marks for identification and traceability, fiber laser engraving machines are the way to go. But can a fiber laser engrave wood? Read more

For some companies, manufacturing traceability is an unattainable goal. However, to remain competitive and profitable, you need to start adopting this technology now. Learn why traceability is critical and how you can start building the best system for your operation. Read more

Manufacturing is changing rapidly – and so are industry regulations. How can you minimize costly compliance issues? Here's a roundup of some of the key manufacturing regulations affecting your marking and traceability processes in 2020 and beyond. Read more

Laser marking or engraving glass, ceramics, plastics or other soft materials can pose a catch-22: Opt for more delicate marking methods to increase quality, and you end up sacrificing speed. Is there a way to get the best of both worlds? Read more

There's a more approachable way for manufacturers to implement marking and traceability. By following these doable steps, any size business can get the operational efficiency, anti-counterfeiting, and other benefits of a track and trace system. Read more

Laser marking on plastics is a notoriously complex process. Learn about laser marking and engraving on plastics, the challenges it can pose, and machines you need to get the job done. Read more

Is your company sitting on a digital gold mine of industrial data? If you're like many manufacturers, you face the daunting challenge of analyzing and using data from connected devices. Learn how industry leaders are winning at data utilization to improve traceability, quality control, and more. Read more

Whether you’re an OEM looking for a more effective track and trace solution, or a brand owner battling counterfeits and knock-offs, you know how much value permanent marking can add. But which do you choose? Here are the essential dos and don’ts to streamline your decision-making process. Read more

Counterfeit products have become a major problem – for manufacturers and consumers alike. Read these tips on how to spot a fake as a shopper and gain ideas on how you can reduce the risk of counterfeiting as a manufacturer. Read more

Are you spending too many hours manually controlling your inventory? Find out how to save time, money, and your sanity with an automated inventory system featuring Rockwell Automation track and trace technology. Oh, and did we mention you can easily scale your system based on your business needs? Read more

If you’ve ever wondered, “Can a marking laser machine be used for other applications?” you may be surprised to discover just how versatile this technology can be. Read more