3 Ton Air Impact Marker Press – Marking Hex

Published by Marc Steele on

Air impact marker have provided a FAST and DEEP marks for production required marks. The marks made include date codes to QC marks and more. Most of Columbia Marking Tools’ air impact markers are integrated into automated machinery. However, CMT does offer complete station solutions for both manual and automated cells.

The Classic Columbia Marking Tools 3 ton Model 88 air impact marker complete marking station comes with:

  • Model 88 3 ton air impact marker
  • C Frame Mount mounting
  • Air valve and timer
  • Palm Buttons (manual station – shown) or Field Bus I/O (automated station)
  • Air connection and FRL (filter, regulator, lubricator)
  • Fixture (optional)
  • Machine base (optional)
Close up of the marking head of the PR88 air impact press with part secured in fixture and ready to be marked.
Logo imprinted by PR88 into Brass Hex

The air impact marker station uses either dual operator buttons for manual station actuation, or a field Bus I/O for an automated. cell. CMT designed fixtures provide a positive stop and/or custom shaped hardened backup detail. The result is a great deep impression in less time than any other marking methods. Lastly, Columbia Makring Tools’ PR88 also is a great cost savings over other marking methods.


Marc Steele

Marc has been in the marking business for over 15 years. He provides technical assistance through emails and online chat.