Aerospace

Why Self-Adhesive Labels Fail the EU Battery Regulation

And what to use instead. Walk into almost any battery manufacturing facility today and you will find adhesive labels. They are quick to apply, cheap to produce and familiar from decades of product labelling practice. They are also almost certainly non-compliant with Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. The regulation uses one...

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Marking and Verifying Complex Aerospace Components: Why Multi-Axis Matters

An aero engine disc rarely gives you a flat face to work with. Casings, blisks and turbine rings come with curves, bores, internal diameters and angled faces that a fixed marking head simply cannot reach. On a component where a misplaced or unverified mark can mean rework, concession or scrap,...

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1D vs. 2D Barcodes: A Quick Guide

Barcodes have become an integral part of our daily lives. From scanning groceries at the supermarket to boarding a plane, barcodes streamline various processes and provide traceability for businesses. But have you ever wondered about the difference between 1D and 2D barcodes? 1D Barcodes 1D barcodes, also known as linear barcodes, are...

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