Craftsmanship from tradition for over 100 years

We manufacture electric branding irons,
soldering irons and soldering pistols.

Unsere Werte

100% Made in Germany

Was unsere Produkte so einzigartig macht, ist die außerordentlich gute Qualität, hohe Wattleistungen und unsere langjährige Erfahrung in der Stempelproduktion. Unsere Produkte können zur permanenten Markierung von verschiedensten Materialien wie Holz, Plastik, Leder oder Karton verwendet werden.

Unsere Produkte

Einige unserer Kunden nutzen ALK Brennstempel für die Kennzeichnung von internationalen Anforderungen, wie des IPPC-Standards. Andere nutzen unsere Stempel für ihr Firmenlogo oder um Firmeneigentum zu sichern. Auch sind den kreativen Möglichkeiten für Werbezwecke keine Grenzen gesetzt. Und vieles mehr.

Reparatur

Es ist uns wichtig, dass Du lange Freude an Deinem Brennstempel hast und deshalb bieten wir Reparaturdienstleistungen an. Egal, ob der Heizkörper nicht mehr funktioniert, der Griff locker oder das Kabel beschädigt ist, wir kümmern uns darum! Unser Ziel ist es, Deine Werkzeuge in einwandfreiem Zustand zu halten und dir ein zuverlässiges Arbeitsgerät zu bieten. Kontaktiere uns gern, wenn Du Reparaturbedarf oder weitere Fragen hast.

Your team

For us, true craftsmanship is key.
Jessica & Nina ensure in the office that everything related to your order runs smoothly – from the first customer contact to the finished engraving. In the workshop, Andy & Co. take over. This is where your branding irons and soldering irons are carefully handcrafted – directly on site and 100% Made in Germany. We are passionate about what we do – and that shows in every detail.

Customer testimonials

  • Barn wood

    The branding iron from ALK-Tools makes my work much easier. For me
    It is always nice to see when the logo on the finished workpiece
    decorated.
    - Dominik from Scheunenholz

  • The Goodbees

    Once properly heated, the branding iron is absolutely reliable and suitable not only for branding bags, but as you can see, also for business cards. We also use it for our paper bags, which saves us the printing costs. A true all-rounder.

    - Jan from TheGoodbees

  • Black Work Pirates

    The branding stamps from ALK-Tools have perfectly refined our wooden shelves and given them that certain something extra. They are extremely high-quality and impress with their durability and reliability. Even after years of intensive use, the stamps show no signs of wear. The clear and precise markings give each shelf an individual and high-quality touch.
    - Sascha from Black Work Pirates

  • About You

    I can highly recommend this shop. Excellent service with expert advice and quick solutions.

    - Nina J. from About You

  • Czerny's Coastal Brewery

    Our branding irons from ALK-Tools have been in use for 8 years now and are still working perfectly.
    You can really see the quality "Made in Germany"!
    - Dr. Jan Czerny from Czerny's Coastal Brewery in Kiel

  • Flawless!!!

    The burning plate with the desired engraving has a
    Very good quality and makes a great stamp on wood.
    The personal consultation beforehand was very friendly and informative.
    The examination of the motive focused on narrow spaces.
    It has been pointed out, but the motif is still perfectly recognizable.

    The delivery was straightforward and fast.

    We can wholeheartedly recommend ALK.

  • By the way, I would like to mention this company, your communication with customers and the incredibly fast delivery of the great commissioned work with appreciation and enthusiasm!

    - Karlheinz R.

  • Just wanted to thank you again, it worked out great.

    - Tanja S.

  • Great branding iron!
    Shipping and contact was also first class, thank you very much!

    - Michael F.

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frequently asked Questions

What distinguishes ALK branding irons from others?

Made in Germany is key. Your branding iron is 100% manufactured in Germany. It heats up quickly and delivers sufficient power at all times – even with frequent use. All materials used are extremely durable and ensure reliable quality for many years. 100% Made in Germany, after all.

How do I find the right branding iron size?

First, select a suitable hot stamping plate from the product list. For plate size, allow for a 1 mm side clearance in all directions.

Example: 70×70 mm hot stamping plate for a motif size of max. 68×68 mm.

Then, select the corresponding stamp. Alternatively, you can insert type inserts such as letters or numbers into an already milled hot stamping plate (single-line or multi-line).

If you are unsure, please feel free to contact us.

I already have a branding iron from you. Can I order a new branding plate with engraving and use it myself?

Yes, this is possible with ALK branding dies . Please note that not all ALK branding plates are compatible with all ALK branding dies .

Here is an overview of our ALK branding irons and the corresponding branding plates:

  • ALK0: 30×16 mm, 25 mm round
  • ALK1N: 35×20 mm, 50×15 mm
  • ALK2N: 50×25 mm, 35 mm round
  • ALK4N: 45×40 mm, 70×35 mm, 90×20 mm, 50 mm round
  • ALK6N: 70×70mm, 75×50mm, 90×40mm, 110×30mm, 60mm round

If you would like to replace the branding plate on models in the HLP series or the S series , we recommend that you send us your branding iron so that our specialists can replace the branding plate for you .

How can I control the temperature to mark different materials?

Different materials require different heat inputs for marking: A reduced temperature protects the marking from burning (e.g., leather) or melting (e.g., plastic).

To regulate the temperature, we also offer a changeover switch . This is simply connected between the branding iron and the power outlet , allowing the heat to be controlled manually.

This allows you to mark all desired materials precisely and appropriately .

Our new regulated branding iron also ensures a precisely constant temperature , allowing each marking to be carried out in a more controlled and material-friendly manner.

How do I know if my design is suitable for a branding stamp?

You can check the feasibility of your motif yourself by looking at our engraving requirements. There you will find all the information you need for the check.

I uploaded my logo and don't see anything in the preview!

Your image may contain colored elements. These are not recognized by our upload software. Therefore, please only upload black and white files .

Requirements for engraving files

To avoid problems when ordering your branding iron, we ask you to read our engraving requirements carefully. This will ensure that you receive the correct branding iron and that we can keep delivery times as short as possible.

If you still have questions, please feel free to contact us.

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Distributors

We have been working with our distributors for many decades.
We are always happy to welcome new dealers with whom we can build long-term relationships.

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About Us

100% Made in Germany

Since 1919, our most important goal has been to provide you with the best branding tools available on the market. We are the sole manufacturer of the legendary ALK branding irons. Our products have been manufactured in Kiel, Northern Germany, since the beginning and sold to customers all over the world.

What makes our products so unique is their exceptionally good quality, high wattage, and our many years of experience in stamp production.

You can use our products for permanent marking of various materials such as wood, plastic, leather, or cardboard. Some of our customers use ALK branding irons for marking according to international requirements, such as the IPPC standard. Others use them to mark their company logo or company property. There are also no limits to the creative possibilities for promotional purposes – and much more.

Our history

founding

1919

When our predecessors sat down together in 1919 to form a new company, they committed themselves to delivering the best possible quality at all times. This principle remains of utmost importance to us today, along with our other principle that good performance can only be achieved with a good team and the belief that only self-made products can be perfect.

Development

1945

Over the decades, Norddeutsche Apparatebau has been able to build up a wide range of quality products, all of which are based on electric heaters. Some of today's components are still based on the drawings from 1945. And while communication, distribution and much more have changed, ALK branding irons are as cutting edge today as they were in the early days.

Looking forward

2014

The last change of leadership in March 2014 was accompanied by the introduction of modern production processes – including CAD design and CNC machining, which paved the future path for scaling our output.

All of us at Norddeutsche Apparate-Bau thank Jutta & Peter Lyck for their many years of work and assure you that we will continue their intentions for many decades to come – for our company, but above all for you as a valued customer and partner.

Let's continue the tradition of ALK stamps together!

milestone

2017

In 2017, we decided to leave the increasingly limited space at the Kiel fish market. On the one hand, it was a bitter pill to swallow, as the location on the Kiel Fjord was an integral part of our history, but on the other hand, our new building enabled us to meet all of our requirements for efficient production. After just 6 months of construction, we were able to start production at the new location.