Craftsmanship from tradition for over 100 years

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

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 Werbezwecken 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 ist , 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 gerne, wenn Du Reparaturbedarf hast oder weitere Fragen hast. Zusammen können wir sicherstellen, dass Dein Brennstempel wieder funktioniert!

  • 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 it's really hot, the branding iron is absolutely reliable and is not only suitable for branding hives, but as you can see, also for business cards and we also use it for our paper bags, which means we can save on printing. A real 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

    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.

  • Czernys Küstenbrauerei

    Unsere Brennstempel von ALK-Tools sind inzwischen seit 8 Jahren im Einsatz und funktionieren noch immer problemlos.
    Da merkt man die Qualität "Made in Germany"!
    - Dr. Jan Czerny von Czernys Küstenbrauerei aus Kiel

  • Ich habe letzte Woche meinen individuell angefertigten Brennstempel erhalten. Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit diesem Produkt.Ich habe meine Vorlage ausversehen/Unwissenheit als „negativ“ bei euch eingereicht und wurde am selben Tag noch kontaktiert ob ich sicher bin die Vorlage als „negativ“ herstellen zu lassen oder ob ich nicht doch lieber ein „positiv“ möchte.Nach Erhalt der Ware habe ich es sofort getestet und bin mehr als zufrieden.
    - Daniel M.

  • Übrigens möchte ich dieses Unternehmen, Ihre Kommunikation mit den Kunden und die Wahnsinnige, schnelle Lieferung der tollen Auftragsarbeiten mit Anerkennung und Begeisterung lobend erwähnen!

    - 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 the key. Our branding irons are 100% made in Germany. They heat up quickly and always deliver sufficient power – even at
frequent use. All
The materials used are also extremely durable and provide reliable quality over a long period of time. Made in Germany.

How do I find the right branding iron size?

First, select a suitable fire plate from the product list. For the plate size, calculate 1mm side clearance in all
Directions. Example: 70×70 burning plate with a motif size of max. 68×68. Then select the corresponding stamp. You can also insert type inserts such as letters or numbers into a burning plate that has already been milled (single line or multiple lines).

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 irons. Please note that
that not all ALK burning plates are compatible with all ALK branding irons
Here is an overview of our ALK branding irons and the respective
suitable fuel plates:
- ALK0: 30x16mm, 25mm round
- ALK1N: 35x20mm, 50x15mm
- ALK2N: 50x25mm, 35mm round
- ALK4N: 45x40mm. 70x35mm, 90x20mm, 50mm round
- ALK6N: 70x70mm, 75x50mm, 90x40mm, 110x30mm, 60mm round
If
You can find a new version of the HLP series and the S series models
If you would like to use a fire plate, we recommend that you send us your
Send in your branding stamp so that our specialist staff can
can replace the fire plates.

How can I control the temperature to mark different materials?

Different heat inputs are required for marking different materials: A reduced temperature protects the marking from burning (leather) or melting (plastic). To regulate the temperature, we also offer a changeover controller. This is simply connected between the branding iron and the socket so that the heat can be controlled using a manual controller. This means you can mark all the materials you want.

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

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

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

There may be coloured elements in your motif. These will be
not recognized by our upload software. Please only upload
black and white files.

Anforderungen an Gravurdateien

Um Probleme bei der Bestellung Ihres Brennstempels zu vermeiden, bitten wir Sie, unsere Gravuranforderungen sorgfältig durchzulesen. Dadurch stellen wir sicher, dass Sie den richtigen Brennstempel erhalten, und wir können die Lieferzeiten so kurz wie möglich halten. Sollten dennoch Fragen aufkommen, kontaktieren Sie uns gerne.

Distributors

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

Become a distributor

About Us

100% made in Germany

Since 1919, our primary corporate goal has been to provide you with the finest burning tools available.
We are the only manufacturer of the legendary ALK branding irons, which you can find in stores under this and sometimes other names.
From the very beginning, our products have been manufactured in Kiel, Northern Germany 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.

Our products can be used to permanently mark a wide variety of materials such as wood, plastic, leather or cardboard. Some of our customers use ALK branding stamps to mark international requirements such as the IPPC standard. Others use our stamps for their company logo or to secure company property. There are also no limits to the creative possibilities for advertising 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 latest change in management took place only recently (March 2014). This was accompanied by the introduction of a modern production process including CAD design and CNC machining, which paved the way for future output scaling. All of us at Norddeutsche Apparatebau thank Jutta and Peter Lyck for their many years of work and assure us of continuing their intentions for many more decades. For our company, but even more so for our valued customers and partners. Let us 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.