Variations in the thickness of packages thus no longer present a problem. Cleaning and adjustments are quick and easy. The swivel printing head flips over for initial set up and for cleaning. The uncomplicated active marking area is fully exposed, and x-y mark location adjustments are both convenient and accurate. Different type block assemblies are offered to accommodate a variety of type plates, rubber type, or individual metal type characters.
Ink regulation is convenient with a simple thumb screw adjustment.
As the devices leave the marking station, they are routed onto a conveyor and to an inspection area. Here each device can be visually inspected for mark quality before entering the ink curing station. Next, the devices are transported through the ink curing station where mil spec permanency is achieved with the use of forced hot air or ultra violet curing. A fail safe system signals the cure station to retract whenever the conveyor stops, thus avoiding any possible device damage from overheating. The tube shuttles greatly enhance throughput efficiency.