For coding primary packaging various technologies are used:
Every technology has its own specific area of application.
With a thermal transfer printer the information is generally printed directly onto the packaging. If required a label can also be printed.
The thermal transfer printer prints information such as a date, time, batch number, logo and barcode at a resolution of 300 dpi.
The inkjet is used in many applications for coding primary packaging.
The small character inkjet printer (CIJ, Continuous Ink Jet) and the large character inkjet printer (DOD, Drop on Demand) can print one to five rows of text, logos and barcodes on most materials.
The high resolution inkjet can print one to four rows of text, logos and barcodes on porous materials at a resolution of up to 600 dpi.
The possibilities for labelling products are very extensive.
There is a choice between individual labelling appliances or complete custom-made labelling systems.
It is also possible to equip these labelling appliances with a printer.
De laser wordt steeds meer gebruikt ter vervanging van de inkjet.
Maar ook voor andere toepassingen kan de laser zeer interessant zijn zoals het coderen van etiketten, folie enz.
De laser maakt een hoog kwalitatieve markering zonder verbruikskosten.
The Allen Hot Foil Coder has had an excellent reputation in the pharmaceuticals and food sectors for many years.
This Hot Foil Coder is still used primarily for labelling applications with very high speeds.