What laser marking technology

Can be used in any process, on any polymer

Kecmark laser marking products can be used in almost any process and on any polymer. The use of lasers is constantly increasing, and the Kecmark range of products allows you to get the best out of your laser application. The high-contrast markings that can be achieved are fast, covering almost all colors and shades. The Kecmark additive masterbatch range works by absorbing laser energy and creating some very localized heating in a very short period of time, resulting in a dark mark obtained from surface burning or charring, or when the laser causes polymer foam. Both dark and light colored markings are permanent, lightfast, abrasion and chemically resistant.

Transparent and translucent

Kecmark masterbatches can also be introduced into a natural or color-toned transparent polymer to create a dark mark.

Why Laser Marking?

• The markings are chemically resistant, lightfast, and abrasion-resistant
• It can be anti-counterfeiting
• The non-contact process does not wear out parts and tools
• No consumables such as inks and solvents
• Depending on the laser capability, it can be easily marked on steps or curved surfaces
• Laser marking can be integrated into the process and can be marked in-line
• Laser marking is suitable for low-volume and mass-produced parts
• Immune to static interference

Polymer type

Markets & Applications

In general, laser marking can be used to identify part numbers or product information that need to be permanently marked, whereas traditional labels or printing methods can peel off or wear out over time. This technology has found use in security applications such as labels and seals.

• Automotive applications: Lot numbers and manufacturing dates of parts will help protect warranty claims from installed non-OEM parts. Decorate interior parts with laser marking. Recent changes in the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) certification require consideration of anti-counterfeiting technology. QR codes or barcodes can be printed for inventory checks, product information entry, and more.
• Medical industry applications: Changes in the latest medical standards require the use of single-use items and the identification of lot/ID numbers.
• Electronics applications: Component identification on keypads, control switches, and certain components.
• Cosmetics and personal care applications: decoration of parts and branding, personalized logos, dates of use and promotional codes.
• Cap and closure applications: Caps can be laser-marked barcodes, decorative and brand logos, date of use and security markings.
• Agricultural applications: Marking tags for cattle that require permanent marking.
• Food Packaging Applications: Food caps can be laser-marked barcodes, decorations and brand logos, dates of use and promotional codes.