{"id":35331,"date":"2025-07-18T07:12:29","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T07:12:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=35331"},"modified":"2025-07-21T06:41:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T06:41:08","slug":"laser-coding-onto-confectionery-how-can-it-help-increase-production","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/blog\/laser-coding-onto-confectionery-how-can-it-help-increase-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Consider Laser Coding for Confectionery Production?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With the confectionery market expanding globally, manufacturers need coding solutions that can keep pace ensuring every candy bar, bag, or flow-wrapped treat is marked accurately and efficiently. Laser coding for confectionery offers significant advantages over traditional methods like hot stamping or manual ink stamping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-laser-coding-nbsp\">What is Laser Coding?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Laser coding uses a focused beam to engrave text, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/coding-types\/batch-coding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>batch numbers<\/strong><\/a>,<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/coding-types\/date-coding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>expiry dates<\/strong><\/a>, logos, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/coding-types\/barcode-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>barcodes<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> or QR codes onto packaging surfaces without contact or consumables. It works reliably on coated films, foil, cards, plastic, and even painted metal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/sample-printing\/\/\">Request Confectionery Print Sample<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-1-speed-that-matches-high-volume-lines-nbsp\">1. Speed That Matches High-Volume Lines&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Ultra-fast marking:<\/strong> Capable of coding up to 600 bars per minute or more, depending on line speed. Some models like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/linx-csl60\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Linx CSL60<\/strong><\/a> even exceed 70,000 packs per hour.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Smart synchronization:<\/strong> Advanced models monitor line speed and signal any misalignment, reducing the risk of misprinted codes and wasted products.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-2-premium-code-quality-with-no-smudge-nbsp\">2. Premium Code Quality with No Smudge&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>No ink, no mess:<\/strong> Eliminates drying time and smearing risks common with ink stamping methods.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Clean, precise output: <\/strong>Supports a wide variety of fonts and even full-color or branded graphics, meeting consumer and retail expectations for clean, legible codes. <strong>A Linx study found that consumers are less likely to purchase products with smudged or unreadable codes.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-3-flexibility-that-minimizes-downtime-nbsp\">3. Flexibility That Minimizes Downtime&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Fast batch changes: <\/strong>Modern lasers use touchscreen interfaces for instant code selection and update\u2014no manual parts swap or cooling down needed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Dynamic automation:<\/strong> Integration with PLC systems or internal coders enables automatic date code generation and batch control, accelerating medium and short-run flexibility.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-4-optimized-for-flexible-and-flow-wrap-packaging-nbsp\">4. Optimized for Flexible and Flow Wrap Packaging&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Coated film &amp; foil friendly: <\/strong>CO\u2082 lasers (commonly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/linx-csl30\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>30\u202fW Laser<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>with a 10.2\u202f\u00b5m wavelength) remove a few micro\u2011layers from laminated film to reveal contrasting codes\u2014permanent marking that preserves package integrity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Multi\u2011lane marking:<\/strong> Large field optics can handle multiple products in one pass\u2014ideal for wide flow\u2011wrap lines, avoiding the need for traversing heads.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/\">Linx Laser Coders<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-5-better-integration-and-reliability-nbsp\">5. Better Integration and Reliability&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Compact form factors: <\/strong>Modern laser heads are smaller, detachable, and can be mounted even inside flow wrap machines for minimal line modifications.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Built for harsh environments:<\/strong> Many systems (e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/linx-csl10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Linx CSL series<\/strong><\/a>) are rated IP65\u2014dust and washdown ready\u2014making them suitable for sugar-dusty and wet production zones.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-6-lower-total-cost-of-ownership-nbsp\">6. Lower Total Cost of Ownership&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>No consumables<\/strong>: Say goodbye to ink and ribbon costs or storage.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Reduced maintenance:<\/strong> Laser systems typically require minimal regular servicing, with long-life laser tubes extending uptime.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Efficiency gains:<\/strong> Fewer error-related recalls or rework- <strong>EY data shows 81% of food firms regard recalls as financially serious, making reliable coding a major risk mitigator.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For manufacturers aiming to grow, enhance packaging quality, or diversify production (e.g. seasonal runs, contract-to-pack services), lase coding for confectionary offers unmatched flexibility, speed, and product presentation. It aligns with regulatory needs and consumer expectations, all while helping maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the confectionery market expanding globally, manufacturers need coding solutions that can keep pace ensuring every candy bar, bag, or flow-wrapped treat is marked accurately and efficiently. 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