Part Marking Specification Guides

Marking and Traceability specifications can be complex and difficult to interpret, and can often be overlooked at the point a contract is won. That’s why we have produced our Part Marking Specification Guides.

Pryor has vast experience of working in almost all manufacturing sectors, and of working with customers to develop and implement marking specifications. If you would like to talk to us about part marking specifications, please get in touch

Label Laser Marking Systems for Modern Automotive Traceability

Introduction: Pryor have become a trusted leader in delivering complex and reliable marking systems within the automotive industry. These have ranged from Robotic and Manipulator based VIN Marking Systems for OEMs, to integrated high speed marking systems for the Automotive supply chain. More recently, we have developed and delivered a number...

What is a VIN?

A Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN, is a 17-character code that serves as a vehicle’s unique identification number. The character breakdown of the VIN comprises of: The first three character of the VIN specify the country of manufacture and the manufacturers unique 2-digit ID. Characters 4-8 provide a description of...

What is ISO/IEC TR 29158?

ISO/IEC TR 29158 is an ISO specification regarding the quality of Direct Part Marks. It can be used in any application, but is common in automotive manufacturing and some military applications. The standard is based on ISO1415 which is a quality grading system for printed, black and white Data Matrix codes. The...

What is SPEC 2000?

In 1936 the ATA (Air Transport Association) was formed to represent the aerospace industry. The ATA Spec 2000 is an international standard that was subsequently developed to improve communication and information flow between members of the interconnected global supply chain network. Now renamed as Airlines for America, the ATA continues...

What is IAQG Part Marking?

The IAQG is the International Aerospace Quality Group, a body formed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). It brings together OEMs and suppliers from across the Aerospace Industry to agree international quality standards. The IAQG website can be visited here: www.sae.org/iaqg/ The IAQG provides standards regarding many topics, one...

What is the AS9132 Specification?

AS9132 is a specification for the Direct Part Marking of aerospace components. It is issued by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) to define the process requirements for 2D Data Matrix part marking, relative to metallic parts. The standard provides process help for the manufacturer to produce and maintain the optimum...

What is the RRES 90003 Specification?

RRES 90003 is a global engineering specification for Identification Marking Methods and Controls. It is a Rolls-Royce global document that was compiled for new component designs and will be called out in place of the previous system of JES and EDI specifications. RRES 90003 defines and controls identification marking methods and other...