Coding on Tetra Pack
KGK Jet Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers are often used in marking and coding solutions for a variety of packaging applications, including those like Tetra Pak, which is commonly used in the food and beverage industry for liquid packaging.
For Tetra Pak packaging, KGK Jet CIJ printers can offer the following benefits:
Non-contact printing: Since CIJ technology involves non-contact printing, it’s ideal for printing on curved or uneven surfaces like Tetra Pak cartons.
High-speed printing: CIJ printers from KGK Jet are capable of printing at high speeds, making them suitable for production lines where Tetra Pak cartons are filled and sealed rapidly.
Durable marking: The ink used in KGK Jet CIJ machines is typically fast-drying, smudge-resistant, and designed to adhere well to different packaging materials, including the laminated surfaces of Tetra Pak.
Variable data coding: You can print batch numbers, expiry dates, barcodes, or other variable information directly onto the Tetra Pak. This helps with traceability, regulatory compliance, and quality control.
Low maintenance: KGK Jet CIJ printers are designed with ease of maintenance in mind, Nozzle Capping feature protecting printheads & ink contamination to minimize downtime on production lines.
Ink options: KGK Jet offers a variety of ink types, including food-grade inks for packaging in direct contact with consumables, and inks with good adhesion to non-porous surfaces, like the laminated paper and plastic materials of Tetra Pak.
Application Examples:
- Printing expiration dates and batch codes on milk cartons.
- QR codes or barcodes for tracking and supply chain management.
- Variable data, such as time stamps or promotional codes, directly on the packaging.
CIJ marking on Tetra packs is a proven solution in industries where speed, accuracy, and legibility are critical factors, and KGK Jet CIJ printers can help achieve those goals efficiently.
