Whenever relative motion takes place between two machine elements the machine element which is stationary and supporting the moving machine element is called as a bearing. In other words, Bearing is defined as a machine element whose function is to support a rotating machine element (i.e. shaft) and to guide or confines its motion, while preventing its motion in the direction of applied load.

Bearings are classified broadly according to the type of operation, the motions allowed, or to the directions of the loads (forces) applied to the parts.  The simplest bearings are bearing surfaces, cut or formed into a part, with varying degrees of control over the form, roughness, size and location of the surface. Other bearings are separate devices installed into a machine or machine part. The most sophisticated bearings for the most demanding applications are very precise devices; their manufacture requires some of the highest standards of current technology. There are following main types of bearings:-

Ø Sliding Contact Bearing

1. a)      Sleeve Bearing
2. b)      Guide Bearing

Ø Rolling Contact Bearing   

1. a)      Ball Bearing
2. b)      Roller Bearing

After the manufacturing of bearing there is a requirement of marking on it so Emtex Laser Marking Machine provides a permanent engraving with fast, flexible and efficient way for marking a 1D & 2D Codes, Alphanumeric Codes, Symbols, Serial No., Lot No., Branding Logos, Certified Marks, and many other variable information on the bearings. The marking of metals using a laser marking machine is a very precise and clean form of metal processing. Laser marking can be automated and processed at high speeds, while leaving permanent traceability marks on the bearings.

Materials suitable for laser marking

• Stainless steel
• Hardened metals
• Coated metals

Typical areas of application for laser marking ball bearings:

• Production codes (2D & 1D Codes)
• Lettering / Digits
• Product information (type, size, date of manufacture, etc.).
• Company name
• Logos
• Trademark protection, anti-counterfeiting measures

Laser marking machine works by using a focused beam of light to mark the surface of a material. When the laser beam interacts with the material’s surface, it alters the material’s properties and appearance. This concentrated beam targets only a specified area, allowing the laser marking machine to create precise, high-contrast, high quality marks that are easy to read or scan on virtually any surface. This feature makes laser marking ideal for applications where accuracy and permanency are critical to success.

Advantages of Emtex laser Marking Machine

• Flexible, variable data can be marked
• Automated custom-built laser machines
• High Speed Markings (It takes seconds and allow fast cycle times for greater output)
• Cost-efficient production
• Permanent & Precise marking
• Integration into production lines
• Perfect marking results – fine tools
• It incredibly imprints over smaller to larger components.

Laser Marking is vital to the Automotive industry for  marking big components like the engine, bearings, valves, cylinders and to the small parts like clutch, gears, brakes, piston ,piston rings and so many. Not only brand name and model number, the laser gives a unique identification codes which is essential for all industries to maintain a competitive edge over brand identity and duplication.

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