Videojet’s automatic batch coding machines print batch numbers, manufacturing dates, expiry dates, MRPs, and other such details which provide traceability information about the product. Most importantly, a batch coder machine should have the configurations, specifications, and technology to meet the demand of your production. For that reason, Videojet has the resources, information, and technical product experts to help you choose the best batch coder for your production.
What is a Batch Coder
A batch coder or batch coding machine applies unique codes and important information onto products and packaging. Batch codes can include production date, expiration date, lot numbers, SKUs, production time, bar codes, and more.
Videojet Automatic Batch Coding Machines
Videojet is the industrial leader in batch coding machines. Except for TTO and TIJ machines, Videojet batch coding machines do not come in contact while printing or marking on products.
Batch coder machines can print/mark on plain, uneven surfaces and on substrates such as laminated and varnished labels/cartons, polythene bags, pouches, tins, cans, bags, bottles, jars and more. Below is a table that will go over the applications and key features that each one of our batch coding machines have.
| Batch Coding Machine Type | Applications | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous Inkjet Printer (CIJ | Corrugate – Direct Marking, Glass, Plastic, Rubber, Wire and Cable, Flexible Film, Metal, Foils, Labels, Masonry, Paperboard, PET, Wood and Lumber | – Max speed: 278 m/min. – 10” touchscreen. – SmartCell™ for easy maintenance. – OPTIMiZE diagnostics – Wi-Fi and webserver |
| Laser Marking Machine | Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices, Tobacco, Corrugate, Flexible Film, Foils, Labels, Glass, Metal, Paperboard, Plastic, Rubber, Wood and Lumber, PET, HDPE, Extrusions | – Up to 2,100 chars/sec – Permanent, high-quality codes – Low maintenance – Multiple wavelengths – For high-speed applications |
| Thermal Transfer Overprinter (TTO) | Flexible Film, Foils, Labels | – iAssure™ code quality checker – Airless tech for long printhead life – Speeds up to 1000 mm/s – Easy integration – CLARiTY™ touchscreen |
| Thermal Inkjet Printer (TIJ) | Corrugate, Direct Marking, Flexible Film, Foils, Labels, Paperboard, Plastic, HDPE | – 600 dpi resolution – Extensive communication – Remote control – Small/large font codes – For secondary packaging |
| Label Printer and Applicator | Flexible Film, Foils, Labels, Corrugate, Shrink Wrap, Wood and Lumber | – Direct Apply™ technology – Intelligent Motion™ eliminates label jams – Precise mechanical control – Seamless warehouse integration – Wi-Fi for connectivity |
Tailored Batch Coding Solutions for Every Industry
Batch coding can be done on any application and substrate. Furthermore, we encourage you to contact a product specialist at Videojet to get a custom solution for your application. At Videojet, our experts will provide you valuable information relating to the substrate that you use and the best possible code assurance solution for your industry. Below is a table that goes over the batch coding applications by industry and examples.
| Industry | Application | Example Products |
|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverage | Food Pouches | Bags and pouches, sauces, soups, ready meals |
| Baked Goods & Cereal | Bread, pastries, granola bars, cereals | |
| Beverages | Bottled water, soft drinks, juices, energy drinks | |
| Candy & Confectionery | Chocolate bars, lollipops, mints | |
| Dairy Products | Milk, yogurt, cheese, butter | |
| Meat & Poultry | Packaged chicken, beef, deli meats | |
| Salty Snacks | Potato chips, popcorn, nuts | |
| Packaged Foods | Canned vegetables, frozen meals, jarred sauces | |
| Consumer Goods | Cosmetics & Home Care | Shampoos, soaps, lotions, cleaning sprays, detergents |
| Pet & Animal Feed | Pet Food & Feed | Dog food, cat food, livestock feed |
| Industrial & Electronics | Electrical Components | Printed circuit boards, connectors, batteries |
| Wire, Cable & Pipe | Electrical wiring, PVC piping, fiber optic cables |
Choose a Batch Coder with Videojet
Choosing a batch coder machine can be daunting, but Videojet can ensure that the correct code is applied with the right system. Since 1985, Videojet has been a leader in batch coding technology innovation, field support, and a wide range of expertise in applications and substrates for code assurance. By choosing a batch coding machine from Videojet, you will reap the benefits of:
- Driving productivity gains
- Reducing risk, rework, and recalls
- Securing and streamlining data management
- Protecting your brand
Contact a product specialist to get a custom solution for your application.
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