Industrial inkjet printers for packaging lines
Use industrial inkjet printing for variable dates, batch numbers, logos, barcodes and QR codes on suitable packaging surfaces.
Application guidance for industrial inkjet coding.
How to specify this coding application
Industrial inkjet printers are chosen when variable data has to be updated quickly and printed cleanly on production packaging. Thermal inkjet systems are especially useful for compact online coding where the surface, speed and print height match the cartridge and print-head capability.
- Date, time, batch, serial and logo printing
- Barcode and QR code printing where print area allows
- Up to 600 DPI print accuracy on suitable applications
- Message control from a touch interface or external data source
- Ink selection for dry time, contrast and adhesion
- Mounting onto conveyors, labellers or packaging machines
Recommended coding routes
Use these routes as a starting point before confirming samples, speed, substrate and integration details.
Carton coding
Thermal inkjet is commonly used where cartons present a clean, flat printable face.
Label coding
Inline printing onto labels can add date, batch and traceability data before automatic application.
Variable data projects
Inkjet is useful where codes change frequently and manual type changes would slow the line.
Related coding machinery pages
These pages help connect the application to the most suitable coding technology and support route.
Industrial inkjet coding FAQs
What can an industrial inkjet printer print?
Thermal inkjet systems can print dates, batch numbers, serial codes, logos, barcodes and QR codes depending on the model and message size.
Is inkjet suitable for every packaging material?
No. The substrate and ink type need checking for adhesion, drying time and rub resistance.
Can inkjet replace hot foil coding?
It can in many variable-data applications, especially where codes change often or barcodes and QR codes are needed.
What details are needed for selection?
Share pack samples, speed, print height, message content, line layout and available mounting space.
Need help with industrial inkjet coding?
Send your material, speed, code size and example data so Lancing can recommend the right coding route.