VIN NUMBERS
A VIN number, or Vehicle Identification Number, is a unique 17-character alphanumeric code assigned to each motor vehicle. It acts like a car’s fingerprint, providing a unique identity for each vehicle produced. The VIN number contains essential information such as country of origin, manufacturer, model, engine type and much more. The VIN number is used to identify, trace and secure vehicles throughout their life cycle.
VIN marking is regulated by strict standards to guarantee vehicle traceability and safety. Regulations require that the VIN number be clearly and durably marked on certain parts, such as the vehicle chassis or engine. Compliance with these standards is essential to combat vehicle fraud and identity theft, and to facilitate identification in the event of theft or accident.
VEHICLE TRACEABILITY
Dot peen VIN marking offers numerous advantages for the automotive industry and regulatory authorities:
1. Traceability: enables a vehicle to be traced from manufacture to recycling, improving supply chain management and safety.
2. Fraud prevention: Reduces the risk of theft, illicit trafficking in stolen vehicles and vehicle identity theft.
3. Road safety: Facilitates the identification of vehicles involved in accidents, helping investigators and insurers to determine responsibility.
4. Certification of conformity: A correctly marked VIN number is essential to obtain homologation and certification of conformity, enabling vehicles to circulate legally.
5. Environmentally-friendly recycling: Promotes efficient recycling of end-of-life vehicles, as the VIN number identifies materials and components for proper disposal.
1. Precision and control: The dot peen marking machine is equipped with a very fine marking tip or needle. This tip is controlled with great precision by the marking head to create sharp, long-lasting characters.
2. Controlled impact: When the marking tip is in contact with the metal surface, it makes small, rapid and precise impacts, creating the characters of the VIN number. The depth of the engraving is controlled to ensure durability without damaging the part.
3. Permanent and legible: The result is a permanent and legible marking, resistant to wear, weather and handling. The characters remain clearly visible throughout the life of the vehicle, contributing to traceability and safety.
VIN dot peen marking is a reliable solution for guaranteeing vehicle traceability and safety. Make sure you comply with current regulations and choose quality marking equipment for optimum results.
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This VIN coding is used to provide specific vehicle information, such as manufacturer, model, year of manufacture, equipment and a unique serial number.
