by Numberall | Jun 6, 2018 | Blog
Numberall’s custom steel stamps are constructed of high-impact tool steel, and are precision heat-treated and tempered for hard, continuous use and long life. They resist chipping and the characters are designed with heavy supporting bevels. Many of our customers find that these custom steel stamps are perfect for their marking requirements. If you’ve been considering purchasing custom steel stamps, there are certain details we’ll need to ensure we’re creating a product that fits your needs. (more…)
by Numberall | Mar 15, 2018 | Blog
Are you hoping to put your own personal touch on the jewelry you design? Whether you intend to add a simple charm with your business’ name to a handmade bracelet, mark a ring or pair of earrings with a special serial number that’s unique to that product, or create a special pendant with a custom mark, there are a variety of ways to stamp your jewelry and add personalization to every piece you create. Plus, for logos, symbols, and other repetitive information, an indenting marking device can save time and money over engraving.
With that in mind, here are 3 steps to stamping jewelry, including what you’ll need to get started, and some recommendations from us at Numberall about the most effective tools to use:
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by Numberall | Feb 27, 2018 | Blog
Are you a Bitcoin user? The private keys and addresses within this cryptocurrency system are highly secure, but storing them for your own use may present a problem. For those wondering how to secure a Bitcoin wallet, we’ve come up with a solution. At Numberall Stamp & Tool Co., we’ve created the Cypher Wheel to protect your private key and/or address to ensure your transactions remain secure.
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by Numberall | Nov 27, 2017 | Blog
As the weather gets colder here in Maine and the month of November marches on, we’re reminded of the fact that 2017 is ending and we’ll soon welcome a new year. If you have a Numberall machine and regularly use your date code stamp for materials, now is a great time to place an order for a new one.
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by Numberall | Nov 1, 2017 | Blog
Sometimes the objects you need marked aren’t in the most convenient shapes. Squares and rectangles are easily marked with a Model 113 Strip Holder, a fixture that is able to hold rectangular-shaped tags, but irregular shapes, such as circles, dog bones, paw prints and more are a bit harder to manage — unless you have a custom nest.
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by Numberall | Sep 12, 2017 | Blog
Daniel Bayerdorffer, Numberall Stamp & Tool Company’s Vice President, comes from a long line of makers. Max Bayerdorffer, his grandfather, founded Numberall in 1930. As a craftsman of bird bands, he wanted to brand his product. This business need led to the development of the first Numberall machine, and though the title wasn’t used then, Max Bayerdorffer could be called a “maker,” or an independent inventor and tinkerer. Daniel Bayerdorffer, the third generation to operate Numberall, has continued this maker tradition by founding a new business called Reuleaux Models, which has revived the practice of building kinematic models for academics, hobbyists, and collectors. Reuleaux Models will attend the Maker Faire, a family-friendly event celebrating the “maker movement,” a technology-influenced community of do-it-yourselfers.
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by Numberall | Sep 5, 2017 | Blog
If you need a marking machine that offers a quick set-up and simple marking process, the Numberall Model 83 may be a great fit. The Model 83 is ideal for marking identification numbers and letters due to its quick-change wheels, which offer the fastest setup possible for semi-automatic identification marking equipment. The Model 83 is best for character sequences that require frequent, random changes.
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by Numberall | Sep 1, 2017 | Blog
We often refer to the high-quality materials that are used to construct Numberall machines. We even wrote a blog 
about why buying the materials for our products from the United States is so important to us; however, we wanted to give you a better idea of what exactly our equipment is made of – and why our materials make our high-quality metal marking machines so durable.
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by Numberall | Sep 1, 2017 | Blog
A UID, or unique identifier, is used on various objects for a specific purpose. Three types of UIDs include serial numbers, random numbers and names or codes. These UIDs are sometimes required by law, or are used for internal
organizational systems. For example, UID marking is required for firearms and military equipment. UIDs should be a permanent part of your product, and even though some marking methods may seem as if they would be permanent, only indent marking will give you an excellent mark that will last forever.
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by Numberall | Jul 14, 2017 | Blog
Are you a buyer who prefers to shop with visual aids? If so, we at Numberall Stamp and Tool Co., Inc. have developed a variety of videos of Numberall machines. From the Numberall 40B, our most popular metal marking machine, to the Model 50P, for stamping serial numbers, our videos cover a range of machines and topics that will help you decide what to buy.
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by Numberall | Jul 14, 2017 | Blog
Are you interested in ordering a machine, but not sure where to start? If you’ve been wondering how to order the Model 40B, or any other machine, this blog series will help guide you through the process.
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by Numberall | May 26, 2017 | Blog
From fluid, snake-like sculptures that wind through galleries, to painstakingly crafted geometric entities, John Bisbee, a Maine sculptor, creates pieces of art that require meticulous detail. At first glance, his sculptures appear as if they were made from a continuous piece of metal, but when you look closer, reality is much more intriguing. Bisbee uses nails as his sole sculptural medium, manipulating them until they create the forms he desires.
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by Numberall | May 25, 2017 | Blog
We often receive questions about different marking methods and why they’re effective. From hot stamping for branding products and ink marking, which sprays a stream of ink onto the product, to dot marking, a micro-percussion marking technology, there are multiple ways one can approach marking products; however, some methods are more effective than others.
While attending EASTEC 2017, the northeast’s premier manufacturing event, we received many questions about ink marking, which is a very fast marking method, but is also very messy. Its greatest downfall is something simple that many forget to consider when metal marking: it’s not permanent.
Ink marking has its uses in industrial capacities, but permanent identification is not one of them. If you need a mark to remain indelible throughout years of repeat use, ink marking is probably not the best option for your product. Ink marking can provide a quick and versatile option, but oftentimes indent marking is much more reliable and permanent.
Indenting into the material of your product will create a mark that will remain legible and secure in almost any situation. This aspect is important if you need to meet certain government or industry standards. For example, if you’re marking a gun receiver, vehicle identification numbers, safety devices, or medical devices, indent marking will create a permanent mark that will not fade with time and will adhere to marking standards for your product.
Even when legal requirements are not the issue, long term part traceability could be a necessity for your business. If you want your products to remain reliable and the numbers to remain legible, indent marking is a great choice over ink marking. Imagine a customer 20 years from now, trying to read a part number from a dirty, rusty car. The ink stamp would be long gone, where an indented number would still be legible.
In some situations, indent marking might even be faster than ink marking. On parts where the information will not change, you can mark your part as fast as your press can run. Even in instances where serializing is required, our Model 50 automatic head can run at very high cycle rates.
If you have more questions about indent marking and other potential marking methods, contact us for further assistance!
by Numberall | May 8, 2017 | Blog
Steel stamps are a tried and true tool used for marking material. We’ve been making steel stamps for marking since our inception in 1930, and they have remained one of the best marking options for hard, continuous use.
Numberall’s Standard Hand Stamps are constructed of high-impact tool steel, precision heat-treated and tempered so they’ll last a lifetime. They resist chipping from repeated hammer blows and the characters are designed with heavy supporting bevels. All hand stamps are marked on the thumb side for positive identification and locating purposes.
Why steel stamps for marking instead of a machine? Here are a few reasons:
They’re economical. Our steel hand stamps are one of our most cost-effective marking solutions. They’re affordable and long-lasting, so you’re guaranteed an effective purchase.- They create clear marks. Because steel hand stamps are controlled by you and the force of your hammer blows, you can ensure that a clear mark is created every time.
- They’re durable. We have steel hand stamps from the 1930s that are still in use today. All of Numberall’s products are guaranteed to last, but our steel hand stamps are especially durable.
- Options abound. Our set of standard hand stamps include 9 stamps in a figure set, or 27 stamps in a letter set. These sets will provide you with most of the marking options you’ll need, but in case you require something special, we also create customized hand stamps.
Each set of our hand stamps is conveniently packaged in an easily accessible 27-Piece Boxed Set, which also functions as a workbench holder for everyday use. The figure set contains 9 stamps; the figure 6, when inverted, is also used for the figure 9. The letter set has 27 stamps, A to Z and the character “&.”
In addition to our standard stamps, we can create something special for your business. From multi-character hand stamps and press dies, to trademarks and symbols, Numberall’s steel stamps for marking are made to order to suit your exact requirements.
Need more information about using steel hand stamps for you indent marking purposes? Contact us today.
