What Telesis does

Telesis Technologies, Inc. (founded 1971, headquartered in Circleville, Ohio) is the original manufacturer of permanent industrial marking and traceability systems under the PINSTAMP® trademark. The company designs and builds a full hardware portfolio spanning fiber, CO2, UV, green, and vanadate laser markers (XpressMark™, XpressMark MOPA™, APEX.200™, Summit.Pro™, UV/KRYO™, UV/One™, EVCDS, EV4GDS, CO2 10/30); PINSTAMP® and BenchMark® dot peen markers (TMP1700 through TMP6100, including the new electric TMP6100E and multi-pin TMM5400); Telescribe® scribe markers including the 6000VIN; TMC470/TMC520 controllers; Merlin® proprietary marking software; Class 1 laser safety enclosures (ProMed™, BoxPro™, DialPro™, ProStation™); and iZONIT™ vision solutions. Differentiated technical features include floating-pin dot peen, MultiStrike™ repetitive peening, AutoSense motorized Z-axis, and PLC/EIP/PROFINET factory automation interfaces.

The business model is predominantly hardware sales of industrial marking equipment sold via direct enterprise field sales and a certified global distributor network spanning 30+ countries. Telesis operates wholly-owned regional entities in the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, and China, supported by an Applications Lab that delivers free sample testing as a sales-engineering motion. Pricing is quote-based with no public list prices; a trade-in program exists for existing customers replacing older Telesis systems, and aftermarket technical support and parts provide a recurring revenue tail. Customer segments are organized by vertical — Automotive & Suppliers, Aerospace & Defense, Medical Devices, Munitions & Firearms (primary), plus Construction, Consumer Products, Packaging & Food, and Agriculture (secondary) — and named enterprise customers include Ford, GM, Stellantis, Tesla, BorgWarner, ZF, John Deere, Caterpillar, Harley-Davidson, and Smith & Nephew. Telesis is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems (HIES), a business unit of Hitachi Ltd., following an acquisition that broadened its global distribution reach while leaving the Telesis brand and product portfolio intact.

Name

Telesis

Legal name

Telesis Technologies, Inc.

Website

https://telesis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Telesis Technologies designs and manufactures permanent industrial marking and traceability systems — fiber/UV/CO2/green/vanadate lasers, PINSTAMP® dot peen markers, and Telescribe® scribes — serving automotive, aerospace, medical device, and munitions OEMs across 30+ countries as a subsidiary of Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Marking Equipment

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers (332812)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)

akta.pro primary industry

Labeling, Coding & Marking Equipment (Labelers, Inkjet, Laser) (IMALAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Labeling, Coding & Marking Systems (IMAHAOAE), Security, Tamper-Evident & Track-and-Trace Printing (IMALAKAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial laser marking
• Dot peen markers
• Permanent part marking
• Industrial traceability systems
• Scribe marking machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Circleville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Laser Marking Systems: Sale of fiber, CO2, green, vanadate, and UV laser marking systems along with enclosures and accessories
2. Dot Peen Markers: Sale of PINSTAMP® and BenchMark® dot peen marking systems including handheld, bench mounted, and integrated options
3. Scribe Marking Systems: Telescribe® marking systems for continuous fine character inscription used in VIN marking applications
4. Controllers and Software: TMC470 and TMC520 controllers along with Merlin® proprietary software for system operation
5. Trade-in Program: Trade-in program for eligible customers with older models to receive discounted pricing on XpressMark systems
6. Technical Support and Parts: Product support, technical assistance, and replacement parts for installed equipment base

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Telesis manufactures and sells industrial permanent marking and traceability equipment, including PINSTAMP® and BenchMark® dot peen markers, fiber/CO2/UV/green/vanadate laser marking systems, and Telescribe® scribe markers, along with TMC controllers, Merlin® proprietary software, Class 1 laser enclosures, and iZONIT vision verification. Each system is configured per customer application and sold turnkey to industrial manufacturers across automotive, aerospace & defense, medical devices, munitions & firearms, and other regulated sectors.

Product overview

Telesis is a global leader in industrial permanent marking and traceability solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of laser marking systems, dot peen markers, and scribe marking systems. The product portfolio centers on three main technology categories: (1) Laser Markers including Fiber Lasers (XpressMark™ MOPA, XpressMark™, APEX.200™, Summit.Pro™), UV Lasers (UV/KRYO™, UV/One™), CO2 Lasers (CO2•10, CO2•30), and Vanadate/Green Lasers (EVCDS, EV4GDS); (2) Dot Peen Markers under the PINSTAMP® and BenchMark® brands including models TMP6100, TMP6100E, TMM5400, TMP4750, TMP4500E, TMP4210, TMP3200, TMP1700, and BenchMark460®, BenchMark320®, BenchMark200®; and (3) Scribe Markers (SS3700, SC5000, 6000VIN). These are complemented by TMC470 and TMC520 controllers, Merlin® proprietary software, laser safety enclosures (ProMed™, BoxPro™, DialPro™, ProStation™), Dual-Head Laser Systems, and iZONIT™ vision solutions. All products are supported by the Applications Lab for customer application testing and feature factory automation integration capabilities via PLC/host computer interfaces.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PINSTAMP®: Dot peen marking systems - the original trademark name for Telesis dot peen marking technology that marks by indenting a surface with a series of small dots to create alphanumeric readable characters.
• BenchMark®
• Telescribe®
• Merlin®
• XpressMark™
• IZONIT™

Products and services

• XpressMark MOPA™ Fiber Laser Marker MOPA fiber laser marking system with pulse-width control offering flexibility for industrial environments. Marks metals, plastics, and components with speed and precision, available in embedded and non-embedded configurations.
• XpressMark™ Fiber Laser Marking System Advanced fiber laser marking system delivering crisp, permanent marks on stationary and moving parts with exceptional beam quality for intricate designs and small details. Compatible with Merlin software.
• APEX.200™ Fiber Laser Marker 200W fiber laser marker delivering deep-marking power for the toughest industrial applications with superior mark quality, faster cycle times, and no consumables. Designed for VIN marking and heavy dense materials.
• Summit.Pro™ Fiber Laser Marker Next-generation fiber laser marking system with high-quality heavy-duty components for demanding manufacturing environments. Features flexible lens options, EIP, and PROFINET compatibility for seamless production line integration.
• UV/KRYO™ UV Laser Marker UV laser marker designed for marking delicate materials including plastics, glass, and sensitive substrates. Delivers high-contrast permanent markings without thermal damage.
• UV/One™ UV Laser Marker Space-saving all-in-one UV marker and controller design for easy production line integration. Advanced technology eliminates heat effects like burrs and yellow tinting with no day-to-day consumables required.
• CO2 30 Laser Marker Versatile CO2 laser marking system for high-speed high-quality marking of organic materials including wood, glass, ceramics, plastics, and textiles.
• CO2 10 Laser Marker Compact CO2 laser marking system for high-speed marking of organic materials including wood, glass, ceramics, plastics, and textiles.
• EV4GDS Green Laser Marker Green laser marker offering extra power for robust applications delivering cold marking technology for ultra-fine soft marks without damaging material. Ideal for materials that react poorly to infrared wavelengths.
• EVCDS Vanadate Laser Marking System E-Series Vanadate laser markers delivering precise durable engravings on heat-sensitive materials like plastics, metals, and foils. High beam quality and peak power create permanent smudge-proof marks.
• PINSTAMP® TMP6100 Dot Peen Marker Robust dot peen marking solution with robotic design for precise and efficient marking. Features AutoSense motorized Z-axis for consistent pin stroke and standoff. Suitable for cylindrical parts with rotary device.
• PINSTAMP® TMP6100E Electric Dot Peen Marker Fully electric dot peen marking system redesigned with more rugged construction eliminating compressed air requirement for reduced maintenance, quieter operation, and consistent high-quality marks. Features AutoSense motorized Z-axis and precision electric pin control.
• PINSTAMP® TMM5400 Multi-Pin Dot Peen Marker High-speed multi-pin dot peen marking system with eight marking pins delivering faster marking cycles and greater efficiency for automotive and aerospace industries.
• PINSTAMP® TMP4750 Handheld Dot Peen Marker Powerful handheld dot peen marking system for manufacturers needing reliable deep marking on heavy-duty materials in challenging industrial environments. Features MultiStrike™ capability for repetitive peening.
• PINSTAMP® TMP4500E Handheld Dot Peen Marker Handheld dot peen marking system designed for portability and precision. Perfect for marking large hard-to-reach parts delivering durable clear marks in rugged environments.
• PINSTAMP® TMP4210 Compact Handheld Dot Peen Marker Lightweight compact handheld dot peen marking system perfect for environments where space is limited and mobility is key. Ergonomic design for extended use without fatigue.
• PINSTAMP® TMP3200 High-Speed Dot Peen Marker Powerful high-speed dot peen marking system designed for industrial applications requiring fast deep permanent marks on a wide range of materials. Features large marking window and rugged design.
• PINSTAMP® TMP1700 Entry-Level Dot Peen Marker Entry-level compact dot peen marking system designed for tool post applications with precise marking capabilities.
• BenchMark460® Portable Dot Peen Marker Compact portable marking system designed for field technicians and manufacturers needing reliable high-quality marks on-site. Fully electric dot peen marker eliminating need for compressed air.
• BenchMark320® Dot Peen Marker Heavy-duty dot peen marking system with plug-and-play setup featuring fully electric design eliminating need for air. Engineered for deep marking and precision.
• BenchMark200® Compact Dot Peen Marker Compact entry-level dot peen marking system for small-volume benchtop applications with 4.0 x 4.0 inch marking area. Ideal for data plates and complex geometry.
• SS3700 Dot Peen Scribe Marker Dot peen scribe marker with large marking window and servo-driven motor creating deep quick marks.
• SC5000 Heavy-Duty Scribe Marker Most powerful Telescribe® scribe marker with large marking window for extra deep and wide marks. Heavy-duty construction.
• 6000VIN Dot Peen Scribe Marker Specifically designed to exceed deep marking regulations for Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs). Delivers precise permanent marks essential for automotive compliance and traceability.
• TMC470 Fixed-Button Dot Peen Controller Fixed-button controller offering seamless user-friendly control for high-efficiency marking operations with precise customizable control over marking parameters.
• TMC520 Touch-Screen Dot Peen Controller Touch-screen controller combining advanced functionality with intuitive interface allowing users to create design and produce mark in under a minute.
• ProMed™ Medical-Grade Laser Enclosure Medical-grade Class 1 laser marking enclosure specifically engineered for medical device industry meeting stringent regulatory and quality control needs.
• BoxPro™ Compact Laser Enclosure Compact Class 1 laser marking enclosure delivering precision and operator safety in a small footprint.
• DialPro™ Laser Marking Workstation Advanced Class 1 laser marking dial table workstation for rapid efficient production with simultaneous load/unload and mark/read operations. Dual-position setup increases productivity.
• Telesis ProStation™ Industrial Laser Enclosure Robust industrial-grade Class 1 laser enclosure designed for safe efficient marking of variety of part shapes and sizes. Accommodates multiple laser types.
• Dual-Head Laser Marking System Dual-head laser marking system with double capability from one controller. Increases throughput in high-speed repetitive applications with ability to control two lasers from one controller.
• BenchMark320® with iZONIT™ Vision Dot peen marking system combining heavy-duty BenchMark320 performance with plug-and-play setup featuring iZONIT vision solutions for enhanced marking verification.
• Merlin® Proprietary Marking Software Telesis proprietary software family including Merlin® III Visual Design Software for dot peen markers and Merlin® II LS Laser Software for laser marking systems, providing memory capacity and control over marking operations.
• Class 1 Laser Safety Enclosures Class 1 laser safety enclosures for safe operation of laser marking systems. Available in standard and custom versions.
• Telesis Application & Sample Lab (Services) Free sample testing service through Telesis Applications Lab, where dedicated marking experts run customer parts to evaluate and recommend the right marking equipment and parameters for the application.
• Technical Support and Replacement Parts Product support, technical assistance, and replacement parts for installed Telesis marking equipment base.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products run 6 days a week, all day long and are described as 'bullet-proof'

Named customers16 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability1 record

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hitachi Industrial Solution AmericacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHitachi Industrial Solution America partners with Telesis at trade shows, featuring Telesis UV lasers at their booth at events like PackExpo.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/TelesisTechnologies
• Facebookfacebook.com/telesisuk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/telesistech
• Xx.com/TelesisTechUSA

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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