Abmark Midi – Flexible Benchtop Laser Marking Machine
Abmark Midi is a compact and versatile workstation for professional industrial laser marking. The system combines a generous working area with a programmable Z-axis and fast motorised door, making it suitable for both repetitive series production and flexible marking of varying components.
Compact Workstation for Industrial Laser Marking
Abmark Midi, also known as Abstation-Midi, is a complete benchtop laser marking workstation designed for professional industrial use.
The system offers significantly greater capabilities than the smallest marking machines while its compact design means that the workstation does not require valuable floor space.
This makes Midi particularly attractive for companies that require a flexible production machine without the need for a larger floor-standing workstation.
Large Capacity in a Compact Format
One of the main advantages of Abmark Midi is its combination of working space and compact design.
The machine is designed to provide the operator with excellent access to the working area while keeping its overall footprint to a minimum.
This makes it possible to handle smaller components in repetitive series production as well as larger parts in lower volumes.
Abmark Midi therefore provides a flexible solution when the same machine needs to be used for several different products and marking applications.
Motorised Door with Excellent Access
Abmark Midi is equipped with a motorised wraparound door as standard. The door design opens up the working area and provides the operator with excellent access when loading and unloading components.
This is particularly valuable when larger parts or fixtures need to be positioned inside the workstation.
The motorised door also reduces manual handling during repetitive production.
The result is an ergonomic workflow suitable for both varying marking applications and repetitive series production.
Programmable Z-Axis
Abmark Midi is supplied with a programmable Z-axis as standard.
The Z-axis is used to position the laser head at the correct working height and makes it easier to switch between components of different heights.
This is particularly useful when several different products are marked in the same workstation.
Programmable height adjustment reduces the need for manual settings and contributes to faster product changeovers and repeatable marking results.
Adapted with the Right Laser Technology
Abmark Midi is designed for use with Abmark’s AB-F and AB-D laser ranges.
This means that the workstation can be configured with laser technology adapted to the material and required marking result.
Fibre laser technology is a common choice for permanent marking of metals and many engineering plastics.
Abmark’s DPSS lasers provide additional possibilities when the material or application requires different wavelengths and laser characteristics.
LMI helps you select the right laser source, wavelength, power and optics based on your material, component and required marking result.
What Can Be Marked with Abmark Midi?
The materials that can be marked depend on the laser source installed in the workstation.
Abmark lists aluminium, other metals, plastic, stainless steel and titanium among the typical materials for Abstation-Midi.
With the appropriate configuration, the system can be used for materials including:
- Stainless steel
- Steel
- Aluminium and anodised aluminium
- Titanium
- Brass and other metals
- Many engineering plastics
- Painted and coated components
The exact marking result depends on the material properties, selected laser technology, optics and programmed laser parameters.
Typical Applications
Abmark Midi is suitable for a wide range of industrial marking applications, including:
- Serial numbers and part numbers
- Data Matrix codes and QR codes
- Barcodes
- Logos and graphical symbols
- Text and product information
- Nameplates and identification plates
- Tools and machine components
- Automotive components
- Electronic components
- Medical technology components
- UID and traceability marking
- Marking smaller components in series production
- Marking multiple components within the same fixture
Laser marking provides a permanent mark and normally requires no consumables such as inks, labels or chemicals.
Rotary Marking of Cylindrical Components
For cylindrical components, Abmark Midi can be equipped with a programmable rotary axis.
The rotary unit allows the component to be rotated in a controlled manner during the marking process.
This enables marking around shafts, cylinders, tools and other round components.
The rotary axis therefore makes Midi an even more flexible workstation for companies that need to handle both flat and cylindrical products.
Flexible for Varying Production
Abmark Midi is particularly attractive when the same laser marking machine is used for several different products.
The programmable Z-axis, accessible working area and option for customised fixtures make it easy to create production setups for different components.
When changing products, the marking program, focus height and fixture can be adapted to the next product.
This provides an excellent balance between flexibility and productivity.
Efficient for Repetitive Series Production
Despite its flexibility, Midi is also well suited to repetitive production.
A customised fixture can ensure that the component is always positioned in exactly the same location.
The combination of fixturing, programmable focus height and motorised door can create a simple and repeatable workflow for the operator.
For smaller components, the fixture can also be designed to accommodate several parts, allowing multiple products to be marked within the same production cycle.
Laser-Safe Viewing Window and Fume Extraction
The workstation can be equipped for safe and practical operation while allowing the operator to monitor the marking process.
Depending on the material being processed, laser marking can generate fumes, particles and other process emissions.
A correctly specified extraction system therefore contributes both to a better working environment and to keeping the workstation and optics cleaner.
LMI can help specify a suitable extraction solution for the application when required.
Option for Marking Larger Components
For special applications, configurations may be available that allow components which cannot be accommodated within the normally enclosed working area to be marked.
This can provide additional flexibility for unusual components and special applications.
Class 4 laser operation requires specific safety precautions, a proper risk assessment and an appropriately controlled working environment. LMI can provide advice on laser safety and the appropriate system solution.
Advantages of Abmark Midi
- Compact benchtop workstation
- Generous working area in relation to machine size
- Motorised wraparound door
- Excellent access for loading and unloading
- Programmable Z-axis as standard
- Compatible with Abmark AB-F and AB-D
- Programmable rotary axis available as an option
- Suitable for both smaller and larger components
- High flexibility for varying production
- Suitable for repetitive series production
- Laser-safe viewing window
- Connection for fume extraction
- Customised fixturing options
- Compact design requiring no dedicated floor space
Abmark Midi or Abmark Maxi?
Both Midi and Maxi are flexible workstations that can be combined with different Abmark laser technologies, but they are designed for different production requirements.
Abmark Midi is a compact benchtop system and is well suited when you want to combine a useful working area with a small physical footprint.
Abmark Maxi is a larger floor-standing workstation and is particularly attractive when components or fixtures require more space or when additional motorised axes are needed.
For many standard product marking applications, Midi can therefore provide an excellent balance between capacity, flexibility and space requirements.
LMI can help you select the right workstation based on component size, material, production volume and future requirements.
The Right Configuration for Your Production
Selecting the right laser marking machine involves more than simply choosing the size of the workstation.
Material, component geometry, marking field, laser technology, fixturing and production volume all need to be considered.
A correctly configured Midi can function both as a flexible machine for varying marking applications and as an efficient production workstation for repetitive components.
LMI can assist throughout the entire process – from sample marking and selection of laser technology to fixturing, system configuration, installation and commissioning.
Send Us a Part for Sample Marking
Are you unsure which laser technology or workstation is best suited to your product?
Send us a part, drawing or material sample and we will help you evaluate the application.
We can carry out sample marking and assess the material, marking result, marking time, suitable laser technology and fixturing requirements.
For repetitive production, we can also discuss cycle times and how component handling can be optimised.
Contact LMI
Would you like to learn more about Abmark Midi / Abstation-Midi or discuss a compact workstation for industrial laser marking?
Contact us and we will help you develop the right solution based on your material, component size, production volume and marking requirements.
*Options and available configurations are subject to change. LMI will help you select the current configuration best suited to your application.