When it comes to the in-demand manufacturing job skills, we’ll see big changes coming in the future. How do we overcome the skills gap, and what are the critical job skills needed to be successful as we progress into the Fourth Industrial Revolution? 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

The manufacturing industry is changing rapidly. Here's a roundup of the some of the key regulations affecting marking and traceability this year, plus a handy checklist to help you prepare. Read more

We understand that improvement is ongoing. See how we’ve enhanced our customer service and solution design process to give you a better customer experience. 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

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

STEM is a great way to foster a student’s curiosity about the world and how things work. Our employees got to spend an afternoon with a group of extraordinary young women, opening their eyes to new opportunities and, of course, having fun with some really cool laser and dot peen marking machines! 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

Manufacturing has never been a walk in the park, but today more and more manufacturers tell me they’re thinking of it as a risky business. Let’s look at some of the reasons, and what we can do about them. Read more

Finding and partnering with a supplier that has experience building complete solutions means that you also benefit from their experience for your speed to implementation. Here are three real-life examples of engineered solutions that manufacturers invested in. Read more

Discover the answers to some of your biggest traceability questions with this Q&A with President Dave Sweet. Read more

The automotive industry is in the midst of big changes, from technology advances to evolving consumer preferences to tighter regulations. This transition is shifting the traditional business model, and the interconnected effects will touch every part of the automotive supply chain. 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

New international partnership provides extensive product knowledge and above-and-beyond support for MECCO’s Mexico customers. Read more

Selecting a marking equipment provider is just as important as choosing the best equipment. Be sure to ask the right questions based on their capabilities, service offerings, experience, and customer service. Here are the top 15 questions to ask any vendor. Read more

Wheel manufacturers have a unique challenge: Effectively marking parts with a unique identifier, while still fulfilling your need to continually improve operational efficiency. A track and trace solution can save you time and money -- if you know the requirements. Read more

We wanted to know if hybrid laser technology was worth the investment. What we found was that the answer depends on what you’re willing to sacrifice to get all of the said benefits in one laser. Like anything, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Read more

We did the research. Now you can see what's really behind hybrid laser hype and it's benefit claims. Read more

You may have heard the term hybrid laser used to describe silicon lasers or laser arc welders in the semi-conductor industry. What is it? What are its benefits? And how can it be used in traceability? Read more