{"id":901,"date":"2023-06-15T11:04:17","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T11:04:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/?page_id=901"},"modified":"2026-06-10T10:54:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T10:54:50","slug":"coated-metal","status":"publish","type":"solution","link":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en\/solutions\/applications\/coated-metal\/","title":{"rendered":"Coated Metal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cf6f688a0a2da3c770ac69586de2862e\" style=\"color:#323232\">Coding &amp; Marking Coated Metal<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-47104b6101bd19feaba1e1a26f371707\" style=\"color:#323232\">Printing onto steel or aluminium cans presents a number of unique challenges:&nbsp;<strong>non-porous surfaces<\/strong>, <strong>curved surfaces, wet or dusty environments<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>limited print areas<\/strong>, <strong>post-marking sterilisation processes<\/strong> and&nbsp;<strong>strict labelling compliance requirements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-4e9888ea2c951ebe4a0d4383ca93e932\" style=\"color:#323232\">Can coders are used in a wide range of industries including <strong>food<\/strong>, <strong>beverage<\/strong> and <strong>cosmetics<\/strong>, <strong>personal care products<\/strong> and <strong>chemicals<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-image-carousel\"><div class=\"linx-image-carousel__wrapper glide\"><div class=\"linx-image-carousel glide__track is-linx-modal-toggle\" data-glide-el=\"track\"><div class=\"glide__slides\"><div class=\"linx-image-carousel__image glide__slide\" data-index=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><i 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class=\"linx-modal__header\"><button class=\"linx-overlay-close\"><span class=\"ion-android-close\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"linx-modal__body\"><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel-wrapper glide\"><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\"><div class=\"glide__slides\"><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4406_a3f8c6.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4745-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4105.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX3853-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3277.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3281.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><div class=\"linx-image-modal-carousel__image glide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX3272.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"glide__arrows\" data-glide-el=\"controls\"><button class=\"glide__arrow glide__arrow--left\" data-glide-dir=\"<\"><i class=\"ion-chevron-left\"><\/i><\/button><button class=\"glide__arrow glide__arrow--right\" data-glide-dir=\"&gt;\"><i class=\"ion-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"glide__arrows\" data-glide-el=\"controls\"><button class=\"glide__arrow glide__arrow--left linx-image-carousel-arrow-left\" data-glide-dir=\"<\"><i class=\"ion-chevron-left\"><\/i><\/button><button class=\"glide__arrow glide__arrow--right linx-image-carousel-arrow-right\" data-glide-dir=\"&gt;\"><i class=\"ion-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:69px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light\" style=\"min-height:216px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-ghost-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-c6aa21e531488dda8bfe40290049cec8\" id=\"h-request-a-call\" style=\"color:#323232\">Challenges in Coated Metal Marking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1780673660661\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Adhesion &amp; Durability<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Coated metal surfaces such as painted, varnished or lacquered finishes can make it more difficult for inks to bond effectively. This can result in smudging, transfer, fading or poor long\u2011term durability if the correct ink formulation is not used. Coated metals are typically smooth, non\u2011porous and may be slippery or oily, which can further reduce ink adhesion and affect print consistency. Different coatings can also behave differently, making it important to match the coding solution to the specific surface.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1780673682808\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Print area<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Many coated metal products, such as cans, lids and caps, have curved or shaped surfaces and limited marking areas. This can make accurate code placement more challenging and increase the risk of distortion or reduced readability.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1780734044966\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Visibility and contrast issues<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Decorative coatings can reduce the visibility of printed codes. Achieving clear, high\u2011contrast marks may require different coloured inks or alternative technologies to ensure readability.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1780673888562\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Production environment<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Coated metal products are often coded in challenging conditions, including moisture, condensation, heat and handling during processing. These factors can affect ink performance and increase the risk of smearing or code degradation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1780673931061\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Chemical and handling resistance<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Coated metal packaging is commonly used for paints, coatings, lubricants, chemicals, cleaning products and adhesives, where they may be exposed to oils, solvents, and cleaning chemicals. Codes need to withstand abrasion, chemical exposure and handling.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-x-large-font-size\">Can an Industrial Printer Code Coated Metal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">A variety of product identification coding solutions suitable for coding and marking packaging, components and products made from coated metal are available. Industrial printers can code expiration dates or batch identification directly onto <strong>coated metal <\/strong>products in almost any orientation. They can mark <strong>variable information<\/strong> as well as printing barcodes, Data Matrix and QR codes onto cans to enable traceability, and convey quality and safety information to the consumer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">The most commonly used technologies for coding onto metal cans are <strong>continuous ink jet (CIJ)<\/strong> and <strong>laser coders<\/strong>. Each has unique benefits and the one that is right for you application will depend on your product material, environment and code requirements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">Linx products deliver reliable coding solutions for coated metals in the most demanding of production environments and help you to <strong>reduce costs<\/strong> and <strong>improve production rates.<\/strong><\/p>\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<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?w=683\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71423\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg 1390w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?resize=200,300 200w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?resize=768,1152 768w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?resize=683,1024 683w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?resize=1024,1536 1024w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4717.jpg?resize=1365,2048 1365w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\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\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69409\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg 2085w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LX4398_b732e9.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"769\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.webp?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-423\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.webp 1177w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.webp?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.webp?resize=768,577 768w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.webp?resize=1024,769 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8a44d074 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:76px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-plastic-bottle-coding\" style=\"color:#323232\"><strong>Food Tin Coding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">CIJ printers are ideal for coding coated metal food cans, delivering fast-drying, high-adhesion codes that remain clear even on oily or greasy surfaces. Their non-contact technology keeps pace with high-speed lines, while durable inks ensure codes stay legible throughout long storage and distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">Laser coders are well suited for coated metal food cans, creating permanent, high-contrast codes even on oily or greasy surfaces. With no inks to smear or fade, the code will remain legible over long shelf lives.<\/p>\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-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-glass-bottle-coding\" style=\"color:#323232\"><strong>Jar Lid Coding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px\">Linx coders provide effective solutions for marking glass jar lids, of varying colours and coatings. CIJ offers flexibility for high-speed production, delivering high-contrast codes on both light and dark coated metal surfaces with high-adhesion inks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px\">Laser marking can create clean, permanent codes by removing or changing the top coating to reveal a contrasting mark, ideal for consistent readability without consumables.<\/p>\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-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-bottle-cap-printing\" style=\"color:#323232\"><strong>Personal Care Product Coding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">CIJ printers can mark complex codes onto coated metal personal care products such as creams or makeup that may have layers oil on the packaging. They can operate in dustry environments without issue.<br><br>Laser coders can alter the coated metal surface to provide permanent codes for increased reassurance, high-speed lines and anti-counterfeiting. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-x-large-font-size\">What to look for in a Can Coding Machine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Code Content:<\/strong> The code requirements (batch numbers, dates, 2D codes etc.), the size, colour and the desired marking area will affect the coder most suited to your application. Consider a coder that can mark in any orientation for flexible marking on any part of your product e.g on the base. Also think about how the code requirments may change in the future or on other products you produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Production processes: <\/strong>For durable codes the printing solution you choose must be able to adhere reliably and still be legible through your production and supply chain. Laser codes are permanent while for ink based printers you will need to consider retort, condensation, pasteurisation or cooking processes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Speed:<\/strong> Ensure the coder you choose can keep up with your production line speed or volume goals without compromising on code quality. Drying time of ink based solutions can be an important consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Production environment:<\/strong> Wet, hot, humid or non-temperature controlled production environments can affect the performance of your printing solution and the printed codes. In demanding conditions or washdown environments the IP rating of your coder may be key. If the production space is limited, investigate coders that are compact or can be mounted in different ways to fit the available space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Available budget:<\/strong> It is vital to consider not only the initial purchase price but also the total cost of ownership, including consumables and cost and frequency of servicing. Can the product be user maintained and repaired?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232;margin-top:6px;margin-bottom:20px\"><strong>Reliability:<\/strong> On a high-volume line, the reliability of your coder is crucial to avoid product rework, scrappage, line downtime and loss of efficiency. Frequent breakdowns can negate any benefits of a lower purchase price coder; look for automatic cleaning or self-service features.<\/p>\n<\/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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Linx Technologies for Coding Coated Metal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-9a0a84c00f54b173fae3d52f704a0e17\" style=\"color:#323232\">Whatever your product, code requirements and operating environment, Linx can provide you with a suitable coding solution for coated metal substrates. Browse our recommended technologies below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:52%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:calc(3475 \/ 2317)\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3475\" height=\"2317\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-72237\" data-id=\"72237\" data-aspect-ratio=\"3475 \/ 2317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4505_eb3b2a.jpg\" 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src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3354.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3354.jpg 1382w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3354.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3354.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx3354.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1382px) 100vw, 1382px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:48%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-linx-8900-serie-s\"><strong><strong>Linx <\/strong><\/strong>9000 Series<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#323232\">Range of inks for great contrast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\"><strong><strong>Features<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">Suitable for 24\/7 operations | Data Matrix and QR codes |GS1 compliant 2D codes | GS1 code builder | High-speed production | Print up to 6 lines | Black and&nbsp;coloured&nbsp;inks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\"><strong>Key Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list has-text-color\">\n<li class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8456b91632401003a5beb183e1da1e87\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">Excellent print on curved surfaces and any orientation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f750ed8b9d3e83128550047c6c14114e\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">Reliable operation in hot, dusty, wet, or non-temperature controlled environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a85cb17264dc92fb7039da649bf6a623\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">High adhesion inks for metal surfaces and a range of high-opacity colours for dark substrates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6bc2cca24b751b8a2714e6e56d0d6c20\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">IP65 (option) for ingress protection and washdown environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ca2095d9d113cf3726e706182d5b70e3\" style=\"color:#323232;font-size:14px\">Remotely monitor coding through Linx PrinterNet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9900-Series-Product-Overview-9900-Series-English.pdf\"><strong>9900 Product Overview<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9900-Series-Product-Brochure-compressed-9900-Series-English-2-compressed-copy.pdf\"><strong>9900 Product Brochure<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Inks-Brochure-Public-document.pdf\"><strong>CIJ Inks Brochure<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\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 is-style-btn-navy-blue\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en\/products\/continuous-ink-jet\/linx-9000-series\/\" style=\"background-color:#1eb4d2\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:52%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:calc(1382 \/ 922)\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li 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sizes=\"(max-width: 922px) 100vw, 922px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2208\" height=\"1657\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-4068\" data-id=\"4068\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2208 \/ 1657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg 2208w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg?resize=768,576 768w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg?resize=1024,768 1024w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg?resize=1536,1153 1536w, https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx1773.jpg?resize=2048,1537 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2208px) 100vw, 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