Fiber marking of animal ear tags (ear tags) with Laser & RFID

Fiber laser engraving on animal ear tags is currently the most reliable and permanent solution for marking sheep, goats, cattle, and other farm animals. In combination with RFID technology and automation, high productivity, accuracy, and full traceability are achieved.

At CNC Laser Deals, we have developed our own specialized application that allows simultaneous laser engraving of ear tags and RFID chip recording, offering a complete production system for industrial use and large batches.

What are animal ear tags and why do they require laser marking?

Animal ear tags are used for identification, registration, and traceabilityin accordance with European and international standards. The marking must be: - Permanent and indelible - Legible - Unalterable - Indestructible - Indelible

• permanent and indelible
• easy to read for years
• resistant to sunlight, moisture, abrasion, and chemicals
• compatible with RFID systems

Fiber laser engraving is superior to printing or thermal printing, as it does not fade or wear out.

Fiber Laser Marking on Plastic Joints

Modern fiber lasers can engrave special polymerplastics used in joints, creating high contrast without damaging the material.

The engraving includes:

• animal number
• country code
• organization logo
• barcode / QR where required

RFID animal identification – why it is necessary

RFID tags enable electronic identification of animals in livestock farms, slaughterhouses, and control systems.

Each ear tag contains an RFIDchip that must:

• register with a unique ID
• matched with the laser-engraved ID
• checked for proper operation

Our custom application (Laser + RFID together)

We have developed a proprietary production application that integrates:

• the fiber marking machine
• the RFID reader/writer
• the batch database

With our application:

• the RFID chip is read
• the unique ID is written to the chip
• the same ID is engraved simultaneously with a laser
• registration validity is checked
• the result is recorded in the database

Maximum automation & productivity

The system is designed for mass production of ear tags, reducing:

• human errors
• handling time
• rejections due to laser–RFID mismatch

Production is carried out at a steady pace, ideal for large orders from organizations, cooperatives, and industries.

Advantages of our solution

• 100% laser & RFID matching
• full traceability
• regulatory compliance
• flexibility in formats & data
• ability to adapt to customer needs

Applications

• Sheep and goat ear tags
• Cattle ear tag
• State labeling programs
• Private certification bodies
• Earring manufacturing industries

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does engraving alter the plastic of the earring?

No. Engraving is performed with controlled parameters without affecting mechanical strength.

Can the application be adapted to different RFID chips?

Yes. The application is modular and adapts to different RFID protocols. The application is modular and adapts to different RFID protocols.

Is there a registration failure check?

Yes. Each earring is automatically checked before being classified as complete.