Fundamentals of Hot Stamping

by Laurie Barcaskey

Applying identification on to substrates such as plastic, leather and wood for decorative purposes or where other marking methods are not most feasible.   Marking methods represented include: Branding Irons, Presses and Marking Dies & Foils.

• Branding Irons are available in electric or fire heated. Marking results in indented or darkened impressions. The use of foils that match the substrate enhance the mark appearance.
• Presses are available with electric temperature control and can be independent work stations or mounted in-line for automated marking with foil feed arrangements.
• Marking Dies & Foils are customized based on customer requirements. The marking dies are available in magnesium, brass and steel. A wide variety of foil color options available.

This article is part of the Fundamentals Series, a collection of in-depth guides covering essential marking technologies and processes. Explore the full series here to gain deeper insights into industrial marking solutions.

About the Author

Laurie Barcaskey of Leading Marks is an authorized manufacturer’s representative with 30 years of experience and shop floor knowledge of solutions for industrial identification, part traceability and pipe testing. Laurie is the third generation of one of the marking industry’s most innovative and enduring family legacies, tracing back to 1889.