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Pryor Technology have been working in the marking and traceability industry for over 170 years, so we do have ‘some’ experience in the area. Below are a collection of articles covering topics and questions that we regularly get asked. If you have further questions, please get in touch

Error-proofing and Traceability

A guide to reducing quality escapes, recall costs and production inefficiency via unique part identification.   Do Product recalls cost you time and money? Can you instantly trace quality issues in your manufacturing process?   At Pryor we specialise in part marking equipment and traceability software and we often get heavily involved with our customers...

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Industry 4.0

The term "Industry 4.0", commonly referred to as the "fourth industrial revolution", describes the incorporation of cutting-edge technology into conventional industrial processes, including robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT). This integration attempts to improve manufacturing and other industries' productivity, efficiency, and innovation. Industry 4.0's...

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Traceability in Manufacturing

  Traceability in manufacturing is an essential process that allows manufacturers to track products from raw materials to final destination. It plays a critical role in quality control, supply chain management, and regulatory compliance, providing numerous benefits that go beyond just tracking products. In this blog post, we'll explore the advantages...

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What is a VIN?

A Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN, is a 17-character code that serves as a vehicle’s unique identification number. The character breakdown of the VIN comprises of: The first three character of the VIN specify the country of manufacture and the manufacturers unique 2-digit ID. Characters 4-8 provide a description of...

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Marking and Verification-Should you consider it for part identification?

Part marking and verification Machine readable identification markings are an essential part of modern manufacturing, inventory control and asset tracking processes. But are you doing enough to verify the quality of your marks? Do you realise the possible consequences of not verifying their quality? A growing number of industries are recognising the...

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Four Marking Technologies for Supply Chain Traceability

There is a growing demand for supply chain traceability within UK manufacturing. The practice originates from stringent supply chain standards within the aerospace and automotive sectors, which in addition to the rise of Industry 4.0 and global competition, continues to put pressure on UK manufacturers to invest in additional equipment...

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