Identification Marking

Reliable Marking Solutions for Traceability and Compliance

APV engineers industry-leading identification marking products used to label and mark products or materials with the specific codes, numbers, symbols, or other identifying information needed to track and manage them throughout their lifecycle. Trusted by a variety of production workers, machine operators and quality control managers, our identification marking products help classify and manage inventory, reduce errors and losses, and improve traceability and accountability from raw to finished product.

Why APV Identification Marking?

Durable, legible, and versatile marking products engineered for accurate tracking and traceability.

Durability

APV's line of identification marking products is engineered for durability and reliable performance under a wide range of environmental conditions.

Legibility

Our marking products provide clear, legible, and vibrant identification, enhancing marking visibility while improving accuracy and efficiency throughout the production process.

Compatibility

APV identification marking products are designed for seamless integration with the equipment and systems used throughout manufacturing processes.

Versatility

Engineered to adhere to a wide range of substrates, including cured and uncured rubber, plastics, metals, and more, our marking products are suitable for both manual and automated application processes.

What We Offer

We offer a full line of identification marking products trusted across manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain management.

Bead Marking Inks

Used in tire manufacturing to mark uncured bead rings for identification purposes.

IDEAL USES

Marking uncured tire bead rings during manufacturing for identification.

COMPLIANCE

VOC-free, water-based and non-flammable.

KEY BENEFITS

Co-curable, with excellent adhesion and vibrant colors for clear identification.

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Defect Marking Inks

Used throughout the tire manufacturing process to denote high point, conicity, pass/fail marks, and more.

IDEAL USES

Tire uniformity and quality inspection stages of manufacturing.

COMPLIANCE

Water-based, low VOC and HAPS free.

KEY BENEFITS

Highlights defects on internal and external rubber with clear, reliable marks.

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Disappearing Crayons

Designed to visibly mark uncured rubber surfaces to denote problem areas or identify material in a production process.

IDEAL USES

Flagging problem areas or identifying material on uncured rubber during production.

COMPLIANCE

VOC- and HAPS-free.

KEY BENEFITS

Colorless, disappears after curing, leaves no visible mark on cured rubber, safe and easy to use.

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Jet Printing Ink

Engineered specifically for the REA JET® Large Character Ink Jet Printer System.

IDEAL USES

High-speed, large character jet printing applications compatible with REA JET® printer systems.

COMPLIANCE

Water- and solvent-based formulations.

KEY BENEFITS

Reliable, consistent print quality for various stages of the tire production process.

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Pad Inks

Pad inks are used to transfer graphics or identification markings onto an extensive variety of substrates, applied via offset, transfer wheel, or direct application.

IDEAL USES

Transferring graphics or identification markings across a wide range of substrates.

COMPLIANCE

Available in water- and solvent-based chemistries.

KEY BENEFITS

Durable with strong adhesion to varied substrates. Custom formulations for your specific requirements.

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Ply Marking Crayons

Used at multiple stages of rubber manufacturing for cured and uncured rubber.

IDEAL USES

Tire, rubber, hose, and automotive manufacturing inspection and identification.

COMPLIANCE

VOC- and HAPS-free.

KEY BENEFITS

Wide range of vibrant colors providing durable markings on cured and uncured rubber.

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Stamping Inks

Used on a variety of external rubber surfaces, such as tires and hoses, for identification and inventory recording purposes.

IDEAL USES

External cured rubber such as tires, hoses and more.

COMPLIANCE

Available in water-and solvent-based chemistries.

KEY BENEFITS

Vibrant and consistent markings on a variety of rubber compounds. Custom formulations for your specific requirements.

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UV Marking Crayons

Applies an invisible mark to rubber surfaces that fluoresces under UV light, enabling identification and inspection using UV detection cameras.

IDEAL USES

Identification and quality control procedures for UV inspection.

COMPLIANCE

VOC- and HAPS-free.

KEY BENEFITS

Leaves no visible mark on cured rubber, fluoresces under 365 nm UV light, safe and easy to use.

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Dot Markers

Used to denote high point and pass/fail marks during tire uniformity inspection.

IDEAL USES

An inspection tool designed for use during tire uniformity testing and evaluation.

COMPLIANCE

Water-based options are HAPS- and VOC-free.

KEY BENEFITS

Water-and solvent-based options with three available sizes. May be applied manually or automatically.

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