Laser Watermarking for Secure Document Authentication
Microtrace laser watermarking creates secure, customized marks on synthetic papers like PPG TESLIN®. Nearly invisible in normal light, they reveal clearly under backlight. Permanent and tamper-evident, laser watermarks add a powerful covert security layer for documents, labels, or credentials.
Only Solution of Its Kind
Traditional watermarking methods do not work on synthetic papers. Microtrace is the only provider with laser technology capable of producing true watermark effects on microporous polymer structures such as TESLIN.
- Compatible with synthetic substrates where standard watermarking cannot be used
- Produces subsurface deformation without changing the surface appearance
- Reveals high-contrast images under backlighting
- Customizable for your format, graphics, and security needs
Tailored to Your Application
Tailored to Your Application
Laser watermarks can be designed to support both branding and authentication. Common customizations include:
- Microscopic alphanumeric codes
- Barcodes or serialized graphics
- Logos or photographic images
- Custom-designed security patterns
Each mark is created during the final print process using proprietary laser parameters to ensure consistency, resolution, and durability.
No Inks, Additives, or Labels
Unlike other anti-counterfeit solutions, laser watermarking uses no ink, taggant, or coating. It works by altering the microstructure of the material itself.
- Nothing to scrape off, counterfeit, or replace
- No compatibility issues with inks or coatings
- No change to printability or paper performance
This results in a permanent, covert security mark that blends into your existing process and form factor.
