Laser marking is a fundamental technology in modern manufacturing processes today, but its true effectiveness comes when integrated into broader automated systems. While many still view the laser as a simple marking tool, LASIT’s experience shows that its full potential can only be realized through deep integration with advanced automation systems.
This vision has led us to develop a complete approach to automation in which every component – from vision systems to control software, from part handling to quality control – contributes to an organic and perfectly integrated solution. Anthropomorphic robots engage in a dialogue with 3D scanning systems, while dedicated software processes data in real time to provide precise markings on complex surfaces. It is no longer a matter of individual components working in sequence, but a technological ecosystem in which each component enhances the capabilities of the others.
For example, marking quality no longer depends solely on laser precision, but on the interaction between vision systems that verify positioning, 3D scanners that detect part geometry, and software that dynamically adjusts marking parameters. This synergy makes it possible to overcome challenges that would be impossible for a traditional system, such as perfect marking on irregular surfaces or real-time quality control.
Parts handling, a key component of any automated system, is evolving from simple transportation to an integral part of the manufacturing process. Intelligent shuttle trucks, motorized roller conveyors and precision robots not only move components, but actively participate in the marking process, ensuring optimal positioning and traceability of each part.
Collaboration with factory systems completes this technological ecosystem. Our systems are not islands of automation, but nodes perfectly integrated into the customer’s production network. Continuous dialogue with MES platforms enables the alignment of each marking with production data, guaranteeing full traceability and intelligent process management.
This integrated vision of automation translates into concrete solutions, tailored to the specific needs of different industries. Let’s look at a few examples of how this approach is shaping up in practice.
Specific solutions for specific needs
In the automotive sector, for example, we have developed a robotic system for laser marking engine blocks that perfectly embodies this philosophy of integration. ABB’s six-axis anthropomorphic robot, integrated in a steel cell, works in perfect harmony with 3D scanning and machine vision systems. Three intelligent shuttles manage the flow of parts, while a video surveillance system provides full traceability of the process.
In the mechanical components sector, the FlyRoller system represents another application of our automation vision. This brake disc marking solution integrates a motorized roller conveyor with robots for automated handling, creating a continuous and controlled production flow. The flexibility of the system, which can handle discs of different sizes thanks to software-controlled adjustable stops, demonstrates how automation can combine efficiency and adaptability.
In the home appliance sector, the POLARIS system addresses the challenge of marking on irregular surfaces with an innovative approach. Integrating 3D scanners for automatic geometry detection and a triaxial dynamic focus head, the system guarantees perfect marking even on complex surfaces. A mechanical cam rotary table optimizes production time by allowing loading during masking.
These solutions, although different in their specific applications, share the same vision: automation is not an add-on to the marking process, but an integral part that enhances its potential. It is this approach that allows us to offer our customers not just machines, but true technology partners for the evolution of their production processes.