A guide to Print and Apply Labelling in 2024

Print and Apply labelling is a cornerstone of efficient manufacturing and logistics. Effective labelling not only streamlines production but also enhances traceability across your operations. There are numerous Print and Apply labelling solutions available, each offering ease of use, low cost of ownership, and exceptional efficiency.

The Role of Print and Apply Labelling

Print and Apply labelling technology allows you to create and affix labels directly onto products and packaging. These labels can carry a wide array of data, including barcodes, serialised alphanumeric text, 2D codes, and QR codes, ensuring comprehensive traceability and data management.

Advanced Technology from Industrial Printer Services Ltd

As a channel partner for Markem-Imaje, Industrial Printer Services Ltd provides cutting-edge Print and Apply technologies designed to enhance your operational efficiency. Utilising Markem-Imaje’s 2200 series, our solutions reduce labour costs, minimise human error, cut down on reruns, and free up time for your team to focus on core business activities.

Ensuring GS1 Compliance

GS1 compliance is a vital component of effective Print and Apply labelling. In sectors such as FMCG, SSCCs for pallets, and GS1-128 codes for cases are essential for tracking and scanning. This compliance is also critical in the pharmaceutical industry, where item-level serialisation is mandatory. The Markem-Imaje 2200 series fully adheres to GS1 supply chain specifications, ensuring your labels meet industry standards.

Versatile Application Methods

The substrate and surface characteristics of your products dictate the labelling technique required. For uneven surfaces, the Markem-Imaje 2200 series offers versatile application methods including Blow and Tamp. The blow method is ideal for fragile or irregularly shaped substrates, while rugged surfaces can be efficiently labelled using a tamp application.

Methods of Label Application

Choosing the right method for label application depends on the size and surface of the label area. Here are the four primary methods:

Blow Method: Fast, easy, and cost-effective, though slightly less precise.

Tamp Method: The most common approach, suitable for most labelling needs.

Tamp and Blow (Combined Approach): Ideal for applying labels to uneven surfaces.

Wipe Method: Best for longer labels that require a smooth application.

The Markem-Imaje 2200 series is designed for seamless integration into various production line configurations, offering flexibility with left- and right-hand versions and adjustable mounting angles.

Flexible Label Placement

The Markem-Imaje Print and Apply labelling technology enables diverse label placement options on your products. Labels can be applied to the front, back, top, bottom, sides, or even around corners. Additionally, the system supports the application of multiple labels on a single substrate, offering comprehensive labelling solutions for complex needs.

Integrating Print and Apply Technology

Integrating Print and Apply technology into your production line requires careful consideration of the available space and the positioning of the product, case, or pallet being labelled. The compact design of our labelling technology ensures it fits into even the smallest production environments.

A site visit to assess your production line and factory environment helps us tailor the optimal Print and Apply solution for your needs.

Why Invest in Print and Apply Technology?

Investing in Print and Apply labelling technology offers significant advantages over manual processes. Here’s why it’s a smart investment for your business:

Speed and Reliability: Automated labelling is significantly faster and more reliable than manual methods

Error Reduction: Minimises potential for errors and reduces wastage

Cost Savings: Lowers labour costs and increases overall profitability

Operational Efficiency: Frees up employees for more valuable tasks and reduces downtime

On-Demand Printing: Eliminates the need for label stockpiling by enabling on-demand label printing

Summary

In an era where traceability and efficiency are paramount, the demand for automated labelling systems continues to rise. Embrace the future of manufacturing with advanced Print and Apply labelling solutions supplied by Industrial Printer Services Ltd.

Want to know more about our maintenance and service agreements? Contact us today and we’d be more than happy to discuss this with you.

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