Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Industrial Marking Systems & Fluids Manufacturer in Detroit, MI
Carco Inc has been a leader in industrial marking systems and fluids since 1949. Founded in Detroit, Michigan, we are a family-owned business with over 70 years of experience serving diverse industries such as automotive, steel, copper, and packaging. Our mission is to simplify marking processes while delivering cost-effective, durable solutions tailored to client needs. We specialize in contact and non-contact marking systems, along with a comprehensive range of marking inks, including pigmented, dye-type, and water-based options. Our team of engineers and technicians provides hands-on support for integrating systems into existing or developmental designs.With a commitment to quality, we manufacture over 200 ink formulations to ensure compatibility with various surfaces and applications. Trusted by global brands, we prioritize rapid response times, personalized consultations, and seamless integration of our products into manufacturing workflows. Our legacy of innovation and customer-centric values continues to drive our third-generation family business forward.
Services
Contact Markers
Non-Contact Systems
Marking Inks
Custom Solutions
Automotive Applications
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in industrial marking technology.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes personalized, consultative support.
- We offer rapid integration of marking systems into production workflows.
- Our inks are formulated for over 200 specialized applications.
- We guarantee 24-hour response times for client inquiries.
What people say
Highly responsive
Second to none
Cheaper than alternatives
Excellent adhesion
Diverse ink options
Services
Contact Markers
Carco Inc's contact markers deliver precise, clean ink marks on surfaces with mounting constraints. These systems handle 10,000 to 20,000 parts per two ounces of fluid, ideal for high-volume production. Designed for durability, they support applications requiring permanent or semi-permanent markings across automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Non-Contact Systems
Non-contact systems create controlled spots on dry, wet, or oiled surfaces without atomizing contaminants. Carco Inc's models like the ES-800 Series and Jet Shot System offer flexibility for web-based or moving-part applications. These systems ensure consistent marking in challenging environments like high-speed production lines.
Marking Inks
Carco Inc manufactures over 200 ink formulations, including pigmented, dye-type, and water-based options. These inks provide chemical resistance, UV visibility, and FDA-approved food contact compliance. Available in fast-drying or permanent variants, they cater to automotive, packaging, and NDT testing applications with color-coding and traceability needs.
Custom Solutions
Carco Inc engineers develop bespoke marking systems for unique production challenges. From leak-test fixtures to API color banding, our team integrates hardware and inks into existing workflows. Solutions prioritize ease of use, durability, and compatibility with surfaces like metal, rubber, and packaging materials.
Automotive Applications
Specialized systems for automotive components include high-point/low-point markings, wheel balancing, and API color bands. Carco Inc's water-based inks offer wash-off solutions for tire manufacturers, while solvent-based options ensure abrasion resistance for engine parts, meeting OEM traceability standards.
Questions
What industries does Carco Inc serve?
Carco Inc serves automotive, steel, packaging, aerospace, and NDT testing industries with specialized marking solutions.
What types of marking inks do you offer?
We provide pigmented, dye-type, and water-based inks in permanent or removable variants for diverse applications.
Can your systems integrate with existing production lines?
Yes, our engineers design systems to seamlessly integrate with current manufacturing and testing equipment.
Are your inks FDA approved?
Yes, our water-based UV inks are FDA approved for incidental food contact in packaging applications.
How quickly do you respond to inquiries?
We guarantee responses to all requests within 24 hours.
