{"id":34822,"date":"2023-06-15T11:41:54","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T11:41:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/solutions\/industries\/extrusions\/"},"modified":"2026-07-31T08:22:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T08:22:20","slug":"extrusions","status":"publish","type":"solution","link":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/industries\/extrusions\/","title":{"rendered":"Extrusions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:50px;margin-bottom:50px\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-xx-large-font-size\" id=\"h-coding-and-marking-on-extrusion\">Extrusion Printing and Coding Solutions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Keep extrusion lines moving with clear, durable codes on plastic pipes, tubes, cable, wire, rubber products and metal profiles. Linx continuous inkjet and laser marking systems apply product identification, batch data, metre marks and traceability codes directly to fast-moving extrusions, including curved and difficult surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Share your substrate, code and line requirements with our application team. We will help you select the right printer, ink and setup and produce a no-obligation print sample so you can assess the result on your own material. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LX3382-e1752058833685.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Coding and Marking on Extrusion with Linx Ink\" class=\"wp-image-53795\" title=\"Coding and Marking on Extrusion with Linx Ink\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-small-font-size\" id=\"h-to-find-out-nbsp-more-information-and-to-request-your-samples-with-no-obligation-click-the-button-below\">To find out&nbsp;more information and to request your samples with no obligation, click the button below.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-small-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/sample-printing\/\">Request Print Sample<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-x-large-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-extrusion\">Reliable Coding on Plastic Pipes, Cables and Profiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-extrusion\">Extrusion manufacturers need a coding system that can match the line rather than become its bottleneck. Linx solutions are designed for continuous production and can print clear identification and traceability information onto:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9649a0d9 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"681\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/LX512-e1784794146264.jpg?w=970\" alt=\"Extrusion coding on metal\" class=\"wp-image-79480\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/LX2221-e1784794169448.jpg?w=970\" alt=\"Extrusion coding on plastic with blue ink\" class=\"wp-image-79491\" title=\"Extrusion coding on plastic with blue ink\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/LX3124-e1784794192133.jpg?w=970\" alt=\"Extrusion coding on plastic\" class=\"wp-image-79502\" title=\"Extrusion coding on plastic\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/LX3125-e1784794215177.jpg?w=970\" alt=\"Extrusion coding\" class=\"wp-image-79513\" title=\"Extrusion coding\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Plastic pipes, conduit and tubing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Cable, wire and fibre products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Rubber and flexible extrusions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Window, door and construction profiles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Automotive and industrial components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Metal extrusions and profiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-extrusion\">Typical codes include product names, material grades, technical specifications, batch or lot numbers, production dates, sequential numbers, metre or foot marks, logos, barcodes, QR codes and Data Matrix codes. Code capability depends on the selected printer, ink, substrate and line conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fe3039cb8a39670f68dd92787b71cdfe\">Solve common extrusion coding challenges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Extrusion lines often run for long periods at high speed, so a short coding interruption can create scrap, rework and lost production. The printing system must also cope with changing surface temperatures, dust, vibration, lubricants and limited mounting space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d79b76322c5555d6e68f59cf2b51f362\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Keep pace with continuous production<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Non-contact <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/cij-printers\/linx-9000-series\/\">CIJ<\/a><\/strong> and<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/linx-uvg5\/\"> laser systems<\/a><\/strong> can code moving products without slowing the extrusion line. A correctly specified encoder allows the print output to track line-speed changes and maintain consistent spacing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d560e282db5b7cc558e17172af433ad6\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Achieve adhesion on difficult materials<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">PVC, PE, rubber and other extrusion materials can have low-energy, hot, oily or contaminated surfaces. Ink and substrate compatibility should therefore be tested under real production conditions. Linx offers quick-drying and specialist ink options, including pigmented inks for high contrast and halogen-free or MEK-free options for suitable applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f0464c905221978efac2b130c31d4119\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Produce legible codes on dark or narrow products<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">High-contrast pigmented coding helps codes stand out on dark surfaces. For small print areas, the printer, nozzle, message design and printhead position must be selected together to preserve character quality and readability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4bad598cb5b7af3ec91ae616121fffa2\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Reduce smudging and code transfer<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Fast-drying ink and correct printhead positioning help the code dry before cable, wire or tubing is wound, handled or cut. A print trial should include any post-production process that could affect the mark, such as cooling, coiling, abrasion or chemical exposure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2082c60819e9c19e685e5bc21950edf\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Simplify changeovers and reduce coding errors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Saved messages, controlled operator access and line integration can reduce manual entry and help apply the right code to the right product. Linx PrinterNet\u00ae can provide remote visibility of supported printers and production-line status.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-433955af753b94dbdc8f0b668deed8f8\">Choose the right extrusion printing technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>equirement<\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/cij-printers\/\">Continuous inkjet (CIJ)<\/a><\/th><th><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/linx-uvg5\/\">Laser marking<\/a><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Best suited to<\/td><td>Variable codes on fast, continuous lines<\/td><td>Permanent, high-precision marking<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Product contact<\/td><td>Non-contact<\/td><td>Non-contact<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Curved or uneven surfaces<\/td><td>Well suited<\/td><td>Application dependent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dark substrates<\/td><td>Pigmented ink options provide contrast<\/td><td>Contrast depends on material response<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Consumables<\/td><td>Uses ink and solvent<\/td><td>No ink or solvent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Code permanence<\/td><td>Depends on ink, substrate and exposure<\/td><td>Permanent change to the marked surface<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Change between products<\/td><td>Flexible message changes<\/td><td>Flexible messages; setup depends on material and mark field<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>What to validate<\/td><td>Adhesion, drying, contrast and post-treatment resistance<\/td><td>Material compatibility, contrast, speed, guarding and fume extraction<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-x-large-font-size\" id=\"h-printer-types-for-coding-and-marking-on-extrusion\">Best Technologies for Coding and Marking on Extrusions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4538dd55957b77651c7fba7596b9d1db\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/cij-printers\/linx-9940\/\">Continuous inkjet printing for extrusions<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4830-e1778747379813.png?w=930\" alt=\"Linx 9940 Spectrum\" class=\"wp-image-66636\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:350px\" title=\"CIJ extrusion printing solutions\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">CIJ printers are ideal for <strong>high-speed extrusion lines<\/strong>, offering flexible, non-contact printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Key benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Reliable <strong>coding on plastic pipes and cables<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Excellent ink adhesion for long-lasting results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Suitable for uneven or curved surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-07f920ae wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-link-orange\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/cij-printers\/linx-9940\/\">9940 CIJ Printers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6ec91a39b06b844565be5df8bf5d8e55\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/\">Laser marking for extrusions<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/LX4279-e1783498621228.jpg?w=970\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-77523\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:350px\" title=\"Laser extrusion printing solutions\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Laser systems provide <strong>permanent marking<\/strong> without inks or consumables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Key benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Durable, tamper-proof codes on <strong>metal profiles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">High precision and consistency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Low maintenance and operating costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-07f920ae wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-link-orange\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/\">Laser Coders<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-d8d2366b412d090b95f06d7d5befebd5\">Why choose Linx for extrusion coding and marking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Application-led specification:<\/strong> Select the technology, ink and setup around the product and production conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Reliable continuous coding:<\/strong> Solutions designed for fast, demanding manufacturing lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>High-contrast options:<\/strong> Pigmented printing for dark or difficult-to-read surfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Flexible integration:<\/strong> Printhead, encoder and communications options for existing production lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Simpler operation:<\/strong> Guided workflows and controlled message selection on supported Linx systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Service and support:<\/strong> UK-based expertise, training, maintenance and consumables support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3400666f6845e1b19918037f1703c3bd\">See the result on your own extrusion material<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Do not rely on a generic demonstration. Send Linx a sample of your pipe, tube, cable or profile together with your required code and line conditions. Our application team will assess the substrate and produce a no-obligation sample to help you compare code quality, contrast and adhesion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex 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 a Free Print Sample<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-ghost-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-b9e8849b47f396d83a47e1a05646dbe0\" style=\"color:#323232\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Why not get in touch with one of our sales reps to talk about how Linx can support your coding and marking needs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull 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 has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 is-style-btn-navy-blue\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get in touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:50px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-resources\">Resources &#8211; Case Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-ghost-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Brucom Distribution<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Brucom Distribution selected the Linx 8940 Spectrum with white pigmented ink to print clear job numbers on cables and wire assemblies. The system significantly reduced printhead cleaning, made code setup faster and delivered consistent, high-contrast results<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-resource-cards\"><div class=\"resource-cards-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-resource-card\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group resource-card-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group resource-card-data-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large resource-card-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"90\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Datasheet.webp?w=90\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44543\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"resource-card-title\">Brucom Distribution<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button resource-card-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/case-studies\/brucom-distribution\/\">View the&nbsp;Brucom Distribution<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><button class=\"show-more is-style-btn-default is-style-btn-show-more hidden\">Show More<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7f094744208900bb3002a40c7b19796a\">Resources &#8211; 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Extrusion printing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784792172397\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is extrusion printing?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Extrusion printing is the inline application of identification or traceability information to a continuously manufactured product such as pipe, tubing, cable, wire or a plastic or metal profile. 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