Foba M3000 Overview
The M-Series consists of advanced manually loaded laser marking workstations for the precise and economic processing of small, large and geometrically complex workpieces as well as small and large batches of parts. The M-Series is available in two sizes (M2000, M3000) and three model options each (B: with worktable, R: with turntable, P: with axes X/Y/Z). Advanced fiber and UV laser markers are available for integration as well as fully integrated vision inspection solutions.
The general purpose B models:
Programmable Z-axis, worktable, electric lift door; ideal for almost any direct part marking application – among others in the automotive, aerospace, medical, tools, metal, plastic processing and mechanical engineering industries.
The flexible P models:
Programmable axes (X, Y, Z; optionally expandable to five axes), electric lift door; perfect for batch processing and small parts in trays/pallets, but also fo larger parts where marking positions are outside the marking field or where marks have to be applied at several positions.
The rotating high-throughput R models:
Programmable Z-axis, automated two-position rotary table; perfect for marking all kinds of serial parts (i.e. vehicle interior parts, metal components, tools, medical devices, implants or surgical instruments).
Foba Vision
Point & Shoot
Point & Shoot™ is used to manually position marking contents on the products to be marked. The Point & Shoot™ camera system views (through the lens) on the marking field, captures an image of the component and displays it in the user interface. The user creates the marking and positions it (via ‘drag & drop’) at the exact position on the product where it is supposed to be applied. The camera-guided laser marking process leads to a reduction in the number of defective products and higher degrees of economic efficiency and productivity, since all markings are applied at the desired location and in the specified manner.
IMP
FOBA's laser integrated vision system IMP (Intelligent Mark Positioning) is the heart of the market‘s simplest and most complete laser marking process solution called HELP, Holistic Enhanced Laser Process. With the concept of integrating the vision system directly into the marking system, we offer our customers a unique, simple and broad part marking workflow solution that ensures the highest production performance.
The patented IMP high-speed camera system automatically detects work pieces and their positions and aligns the etching accordingly, ensuring precision and repeatability. IMP consistently provides premium-quality markings and produces a measurable reduction in the number of defective products. This makes the camera system ideal for automated series production.
Mosaic
The US-patented MOSAIC feature addresses the key challenges of accurately aligning marks on large parts regardless of the part position and orientation. MOSAIC uses the internal camera of the laser to create an image of the marking field by simulating a straight down camera view. The straight down view eliminates the side view distortion typically created when using an external camera, and enables the system to accurately mark parts regardless of their placement.