The Leader In Metal Printing and Marking
Metal manufacturing facilities place incredible demands on marking systems. High temperatures, oily or dusty surfaces and variable material compositions make for a particularly challenging environment. Our lasers and printers are designed specifically for operation in harsh environments with minimal maintenance so you can maximize uptime and ROI.
Marking and Coding for the Metal Industry
High-Speed Marking Without Compromise
Achieve clean, precise marks at high speeds with Matthews’ reliable laser and inkjet printing technology. Say goodbye to vibration and ink issues common with CIJ systems and enjoy consistent quality without slowing down.
Built to Last, Engineered for Longevity
With over 9 billion firings before tuning, our drop-on-demand and laser printers ensure your production line stays up and running. Focus on your output, not on constant maintenance, with the industry’s longest-lasting printheads.
Unlimited Control, Seamless Integration
The MPERIA® platform offers unmatched ease-of-use, integrating seamlessly with your existing systems. Gain full control over your marking operations with reliable connections to third-party printers and vision systems.
Metal Marking Systems
Drop-on-Demand Printers
The VIAjet™ V-Series is the ideal inkjet marking and coding solution where reliability is critical. Whether you need to mark product cartons, bags, building products, steel, lumber, tires, or any other type of material, the V-Series has you covered.
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Lasers
Optimize your marking capabilities with our advanced laser marking systems, specifically designed for marking and coding on metal. These lasers offer unparalleled precision, speed, and durability, making them the ideal choice for a variety of materials.
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MPERIA Controller
With easy integration, the MPERIA marking and coding automation platform helps you improve quality and efficiency by centralizing control of all your lines, regardless of equipment manufacturer.
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Matthews’ V-Series DOD inkjet printer has improved our efficiency by 50%. In addition, the system is extremely robust and reliable, requires only minimal maintenance, and is much easier to operate. We finally feel confident that we can consistently deliver our customers’ orders on time
Case Studies
Large Character Marking for Aluminum
A processor and distributor of aluminum needed to update its existing Matthews Marking Systems’ drop-on-demand printheads and controller to meet the changing requirements of a long-standing, cut-to-order customer. See how Matthews was able to help.
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50% ROI by Upgrading from CIJ to DOD Marking on Aluminum
After experiencing consistent, production-halting performance issues with their existing CIJ printing solution, Sierra Aluminum tackled their challenge by implementing Matthews Marking Systems’ VIAjet™ V-Series DOD Inkjet Printer with the MPERIA automation platform.
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Metal Printing Solutions that Meets Your Unique Needs
Marking Solutions That Stand Up to Any Environment
Matthews’ V-Series drop-on-demand valvejet printers are designed to handle the toughest conditions in metal manufacturing. With rugged durability and reliable performance, our systems deliver precise marks on any metal surface, ensuring your production keeps moving forward.
Inks Engineered for Performance
Our customized metal inks are built to withstand the rigors of metal manufacturing, from high temperatures to oily surfaces. With options like MEK, acetone-based, and high-contrast pigmented inks, you’ll get marks that stay put and remain legible, even in the most demanding conditions.
Customized Solutions for Complex Metal Marking
No two metal manufacturing processes are the same, and our solutions reflect that. We offer custom-engineered systems that adapt to your specific needs, from traversing systems for interior pipe marking to adjustable printheads for varying metal thicknesses, ensuring flawless execution across all applications.
Take Control of Your Metal Marking Operations
The MPERIA controller gives you unparalleled control over your marking and coding processes. Seamlessly integrating with any equipment, data file, or enterprise system, it simplifies operations and reduces training time, allowing you to expand your capabilities without the need for significant capital investment.
Metal Resources
Application Brief
Enhance Traceability with 2D Barcodes
Application Brief
Benefits of DOD Machines for Steel Pipes
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Your Metal Marking Perfected
- Primary Identification
- Traceability
- Compliance Marking
- Part Numbers
- Batch Codes
Contact a Solution Engineer
Our experts are available to assure that your next printing solution maximizes efficiency, enhances quality, and limits downtime.
Contact us to get a quote, request samples, schedule a demonstration, or receive additional product information.