Inkjet coding machinery UK

Inkjet coders for dates, batches and traceability

Get the right CIJ, TIJ or carton coding system for your bottle, pouch, label, sleeve, tray or case line.

CIJ codersfast moving packs
TIJ printershigh-resolution codes
UK supportsupply and integration
Inkjet coding machinery printing batch, date and QR codes on packaging
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Inkjet coder types for production lines

Inkjet coding is not one machine type. The best option depends on speed, substrate, print height, cleaning routine, line control and the type of code you need to apply.

Continuous inkjet coders (CIJ)

Continuous inkjet coders (CIJ)

Non-contact inkjet coders for fast moving bottles, cans, containers, flexible packs and irregular products where the code has to be applied while the line keeps moving.

High speedCurved packsDate & batch
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Thermal inkjet printers (TIJ)

Thermal inkjet printers (TIJ)

Clean cartridge-based inkjet printers for cartons, sleeves, labels, trays and porous or coated packaging where crisp text, QR codes and barcodes are required.

High resolutionBarcodesLow mess
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Large character inkjet coders

Large character inkjet coders

Industrial inkjet marking systems for outer cases, transit boxes and trays, replacing pre-printed cartons with flexible variable print.

Carton codingOuter casesVariable text
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Handheld inkjet coders

Handheld inkjet coders

Portable inkjet coders for low-volume date coding, batch marking and large item identification without installing a full conveyor system.

PortableShort runsWarehousing
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Built around your line

More than a printer on a stand

Correct inkjet coding starts with the product presentation. We look at conveyor speed, product pitch, sensor position, print distance, code location, guarding, washdown level and operator changeover before recommending a system.

  • Inkjet coder selection for date, batch, lot, QR and barcode printing
  • Mounting frames, brackets, sensors, encoders and conveyor integration
  • Advice on ink adhesion, dry time, contrast and print position
  • Support for bottles, cartons, tubs, pouches, sleeves, cases and trays
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Thermal inkjet coding head and controllerInkjet date code printed on cartons
Applications

Inkjet coding by pack type

Choose by the pack type you need to code, then narrow the machine by line speed, print position, substrate and the code content required.

Bottle coding machines

Bottle coding machines

Print expiry dates, batch numbers and traceability codes onto plastic bottles, glass bottles, jars, tins and small containers.

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Carton and box coding

Carton and box coding

Inkjet printers for retail cartons, shelf-ready packaging, shipping cases and end-of-line case marking.

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Pouch and film coding

Pouch and film coding

Inkjet and alternative coding solutions for stand-up pouches, bags, labels, sleeves and flexible packaging lines.

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Food date coding

Food date coding

Best-before, use-by, lot and allergen coding systems for food, drink, bakery, sauces, pet food and contract packing.

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Cosmetic and pharmaceutical coding

Cosmetic and pharmaceutical coding

Batch, expiry, serial and 2D code printing for bottles, cartons, labels and regulated packaging workflows.

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Packaging line traceability

Packaging line traceability

Integrate code verification, reject logic, label printing and data capture into new or existing production lines.

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Industries

Inkjet coding machinery by industry

Choose the right coder for your industry, whether you need food, beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, contract packing or building material coding.

Food and beverage coding

Food and beverage coding

Date, batch, lot and QR code printing for food and drink packaging.

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Cosmetic and personal care coding

Cosmetic and personal care coding

Clean batch and expiry coding for bottles, tubes, cartons, labels and jars.

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Pharmaceutical and healthcare coding

Pharmaceutical and healthcare coding

Batch, expiry, 2D and traceability print for controlled packaging workflows.

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Chemical and industrial coding

Chemical and industrial coding

Batch, lot, product ID and outer case marking for industrial products.

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Contract packing coding

Contract packing coding

Flexible date and batch coding for mixed products, short runs and changeovers.

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Building materials coding

Building materials coding

Large character and batch marking for sacks, boxes, trade packs and cases.

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Machine selection coverage

UK inkjet date coding, batch coding and packaging traceability

Match your date code, batch code, lot number, QR code, cardboard, plastic, bottle, carton, primary pack or secondary packaging requirement to the right machine type.

Start with your product or packaging problem, then compare the most relevant CIJ, TIJ or large character inkjet options.

Common requirements

Common inkjet coding requirements

Find machines for batch codes, expiry dates, date coding, industrial inkjet printing, QR codes and product traceability.

Send your pack, print position and line speed.

We can recommend the most suitable inkjet coder type, mounting arrangement and integration route.

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Common questions

Inkjet coding FAQs

What type of inkjet coder should I use for bottles?

Continuous inkjet is normally considered when the bottle is moving quickly, the surface is curved or the product position varies. Thermal inkjet can be suitable for flat bottle panels, labels, cartons and lower speed applications where high-resolution print is needed.

Can inkjet coders print batch numbers and expiry dates?

Yes. Inkjet coding systems are commonly used to print dates, batch numbers, lot codes, serial numbers, barcodes, QR codes and simple logos onto packaging and products.

Can Lancing fit a coder to an existing line?

Yes. Lancing can specify coder brackets, product sensors, encoder wheels, guarding interfaces, conveyors and installation support to suit an existing filling, capping, labelling or packing line.

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