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Columbia Marking Tools Remains Open in Michigan

Columbia Marking Tools is open and providing the needed parts for CRITICAL manufacturing.

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsMarch 25, 2020 ago
Air Impact Markers

COVID-19 Update

Columbia Marking Tools is here to Support your Manufacturing NeedsOffering a 10% Discount on I-Mark Heads, Air Impact Markers & Parts Columbia Marking Tools has implemented the Federal Guidelines regarding the COVID-19 virus. During this time, CMT will continue to Read more

By Dottie Peene, 6 yearsMarch 23, 2020 ago
Dot-Peen

I-Mark – Recovery after Safety Stop

Q: What is the recovery if the safety were to go down in the middle of the marking. This does not necessarily stop the marker but the air will go down causing the marker to not mark even though it Read more

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsMarch 6, 2020 ago
Dot-Peen

M series Dot-Peen with Heavy Duty Pin – Questions Answered

Questions answered about the M series Dot-Peen with Heavy Duty pin

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsMarch 6, 2020 ago
Dot-Peen

Creating 2D Code Marking with Dot-Peen

I-Mark M series with heady duty pin marking 2D code – video.

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsMarch 5, 2020 ago
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Financing Available

CMT now offers financing for capital equipment purchases. If you would like a quote, or if you have questions about our financing programs, please e-mail quotes@columbiamt.com.

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsFebruary 4, 2020 ago
Deep Dot-Peen marking with I-Mark Howitzer
Dot-Peen

Video Example: Deep Marking with Dot-Peen

Video example of a deep Dot-Peen marking with I-Mark Howitzer

By Marc Steele, 6 yearsJanuary 12, 2020 ago
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Reverse characters

Q: What is the difference between standard engraved characters and reverse characters? A: We at CMT get this question a lot. The mark as seen on your part will determine this. Example 1. If you are marking a flat piece of Read more

By Bernard Sparks, 6 yearsDecember 31, 2019 ago
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Custom stamp print types

Q: I would like a custom stamp made. What kind of file type is preferred by CMT? A: File types .dxf or .dwg are preferred, but CMT can work with a .pdf file or even a hand drawn print. Please Read more

By Bernard Sparks, 6 yearsDecember 30, 2019 ago
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

High-speed steel (HSS)

Q: Can CMT manufacture steel stamps from high-speed steel? A: Yes, we can make stamps from high-speed steel if required. Please note that the cost is higher and the lead time is longer. In most cases HSS is not needed. Read more

By Bernard Sparks, 6 yearsDecember 30, 2019 ago

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