Inkjet coder meets demand for beverage packaging versatility

Launched at Drinktec in Munich, the 9232 S offers premium quality coding at higher line speeds than ever before and is suitable for all commonly used beverage packaging including cans, bottles, returnable glass bottles, bricks, flexible pouches, caps, packs and shrink-wraps.

Martin Bailey, Markem-Imaje UK operations manager says: "The 9232 S is capable of printing high-quality codes on up to 120,000 products per hour and has been developed in response to demand for greater versatility from manufacturers managing multiple types of packaging substrates."

Additional flexibility is provided by the new range of multi-use ketone-free or MEK-free high-contrast inks - a single ink can cover most production needs, reducing the possibility of error and requiring just one stock unit.

Martin Bailey adds: "An intuitive colour touch screen user interface makes the 9232 S one of the easiest coders to use, reducing the risk of operator error and associated downtime. In addition, ink cartridges can be replaced in less than 30 seconds, without stopping production.

"The new ink circuit and innovative printhead mean that Markem-Imaje can guarantee 99.9 per cent uptime with the 9232 S when purchased through the SMILE program and the total cost of ownership is 30 per cent less than competing solutions with the lowest level of ink and additive consumption in its category. Power consumption is also extremely low, further reducing operating costs while maintenance intervals have been extended to 18 months."

Constructed entirely from stainless steel the 9232 S has no retention zones, allowing easy and efficient cleaning. The new coder is also IP56 protected, without the need for compressed air and will not be damaged by high pressure cleaning, which makes it well suited to the demanding nature of the beverage industry.

For more information about the 9232 S inkjet coder, please visit www.markem-imaje.co.uk.