Our Blog: Beyond the Metal

What is AIDC? Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) is a blanket term incorporating many types of technology and equipment. Essentially, any technology which allows for identification and data capture in an automated process is [...]

The Unique Device Identification (UDI) is a system used to mark and identify medical devices produced and distributed within the healthcare sector. The system utilizes UDI labels to clearly identify medical devices for all parties [...]

Every type of equipment or machinery will need maintenance at some point. Parts wear out, pieces break, and repairs are necessary. Equipment repair tags clearly mark when a machine is out of service, and can [...]

Boilers are used in applications ranging from manufacturing processes to power generation. When dealing with these devices, safety is of utmost importance. A large vessel containing heated water under high pressure is a recipe [...]

Barcode verification is the process of grading the quality of various barcode symbols using a specialized scanning device. The scanners used for verification range in price and features depending on how complicated the barcodes are [...]

Leaking valves, pumps, and pipes are a major concern for industrial organizations. Not only do leaks present a safety risk, they are also a major source of pollution. As such, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) [...]

Have you ever wondered about those mysterious black and white bars found on almost every product you come across? Those are UPC codes, and they hold a wealth of information about the items we purchase [...]

Metal capacity plates are used to provide vital safety information to passengers and operators of machinery, transportation, and other equipment. A capacity plate typically contains specific weight limitations and tolerances. This can be to prevent [...]

The periodic table lists approximately ninety metals. And every one of these metals can corrode. However, corrosion occurs at different rates, and while all may have the ability to corrode, not all of them actually [...]

We rely on our cell phones, electrical utilities, and other essentials in our modern lives. In order to keep these services operating, telecommunications workers must climb to daunting heights to service and maintain cell phone [...]

Irrigation systems are typically utilized for landscaping, large-scale agriculture, chemical plants, and manufacturing factories. Sprinkler systems are found in the majority of large warehouses, factories, and other public buildings. They are used to stop or [...]

When marking metal nameplates with custom information, using the right process can make a world of difference between a great solution and a less successful one. Stamping and engraving each have their own strengths. The [...]