Inkjet coding machinery

Inkjet coding machinery range

Compare continuous inkjet coders, thermal inkjet printers, large character case coders and portable inkjet systems for packaging and product marking.

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Non-contactmarks moving packs

Variable datadates, lots, codes

Integratedsensors and encoders

Industrial inkjet coder installed on a packaging line

Product range

Inkjet coders by production requirement

Each coding technology solves a different production issue. Use this range as a starting point, then send product samples for a practical recommendation.

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)

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

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

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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Comparison

Inkjet coder comparison

Coder type	Best suited to	Typical print	Key considerations
Continuous inkjet coder	High-speed bottles, containers, curved packs and variable product spacing	Expiry dates, lot codes, simple text, 1D/2D codes depending on model	Ink management, solvent handling, service routine and ventilation
Thermal inkjet printer	Cartons, labels, sleeves, trays and flatter surfaces	High-resolution text, QR codes, barcodes, logos and address-style data	Print distance, cartridge cost, substrate coating and dry time
Large character inkjet coder	Outer cases, transit boxes, timber, sacks and trays	Large text, product ID, batch, destination and handling marks	Print height, porous surface, mounting position and case tracking
Handheld inkjet coder	Low-volume products, oversized items and occasional warehouse marking	Date, batch, text, logos, barcodes and simple variable data	Operator consistency, surface contact guides and production volume

Common questions

Inkjet coding FAQs

What is the difference between CIJ and TIJ?

CIJ uses a continuous ink stream and is often selected for fast lines and curved products. TIJ uses replaceable cartridges and is often selected for high-resolution text, cartons, labels and cleaner operation.

Do inkjet coders need compressed air?

Many thermal inkjet systems do not need compressed air. Some CIJ systems and cleaning or guarding arrangements may require air depending on specification.

Can one inkjet coder cover multiple products?

Often yes, provided the products pass the print head at a controlled distance and the code location can be reached. Changeover brackets or adjustable stands may be required.

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