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Food Packaging Printers and Coding Machines<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Print clear, reliable best-before and use-by dates, batch and lot codes, barcodes and 2D codes across flexible film, cartons, bottles, cans, labels and outer cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Linx helps food manufacturers select the right printing technology<\/strong>, ink and integration for their packaging material, production speed and operating environment. Test the proposed code on your own packaging before choosing a solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match the printer and ink to your substrate, line speed and environment.
Print dates, batch codes, barcodes, QR codes and Data Matrix codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Packaging sample testing <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Service and training<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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See how your code could look and perform on your own packaging. Send us your packaging and code requirements to receive a free, no-obligation print sample.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Speak to a Food Coding Specialist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Choose the right food coding machine for your packaging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no single best printer for every food packaging line. The right technology depends on the packaging material, available print area, code content, line speed, production environment, required print durability and how the coder will integrate with the packaging equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Packaging or application<\/th>Technologies to consider<\/th>Typical selection factors<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Flexible film, flow-wrap, pouches and VFFS\/HFFS lines<\/td>TTO; CIJ for selected applications<\/td>Film type, print position, intermittent or continuous motion, code size and ribbon or ink performance<\/td><\/tr>
Bottles, jars, cans and rigid plastic packs<\/td>CIJ or laser<\/td>Material, curvature, condensation, line speed and permanence<\/td><\/tr>
Cartons, sleeves and labels<\/td>TIJ, CIJ or laser<\/td>Surface coating, resolution, print area, contrast and code content<\/td><\/tr>
Corrugated cases and outer boxes<\/td>Large-character case coding<\/td>Direct-to-box printing, barcode size, print height and replacement of labels or pre-printed cartons<\/td><\/tr>
Eggs, cheese and selected food products<\/td>CIJ with an approved direct-food ink and application setup<\/td>Food type, ink formulation, intended contact, jurisdiction and traceability requirements<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Application note:<\/strong> Final technology and ink selection should be confirmed through packaging tests and an integration review. Surface treatments, coatings, condensation and production conditions can materially affect print quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What can food packaging printers print?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the selected technology and configuration, a food coding system can print:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best before coding on food plastic pack<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Coding on snacks packet<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Coding on butter and cheese<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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