If you’re in the food and beverage industry, you’ll definitely need to print logos, ingredient lists, best before dates, and other important product codes. It’s required by the Food and Drug Administration, after all. However, you’ll need to invest in the right printers and coders if you want your product information to be readable across different packaging materials! Would you know which coders make the most ideal egg printing machines, for example?

There’s no need to worry if you don’t know what coders and printers to start with just yet. To help you out, here are some top coding solutions for the food and beverage industry, all from renowned manufacturer Linx UK.

4 Reliable Coding Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

1. Linx 8900 Series

Every machine in the Linx 8900 series is built for versatility and ease of use, making them a prime choice for manufacturers dealing with food and beverages. These continuous inkjet (CIJ) printers all come with 10-inch touchscreens which are much like tablets.

• • • The Linx 8900 can print barcodes, QR codes, and characters up to 8.8mm high at a speed of 2.92m/s. Its print head only needs to be cleaned once every three months, while self-service maintenance is only required every 18 months.
    • Built to tackle high production quotas, the Linx 8920 can print up to 5 lines of text at a speed of 7.28m/s. It’s the printer you need for food products in high demand.
    • The IP65 rating of the rugged Linx 8940 makes it suitable for food packaging printing in the most demanding environments.

2. Linx 7900FG

Part of the Linx 7900 series of specialist CIJ printers, the 7900FG runs on Linx’s own food grade ink. If deployed as an egg printing machine, it can be configured to match service intervals to flock life. Its IP55 rating ensures reliable operation in barn environments.

3. Laser Series

The Linx CSL Series feature laser coders and printers with VisiCode® technology, enabling them to produce crisp and clear product codes on cold glass. You’ll want to invest in these machines if you’re dealing with bottled beverages!

• • • Economical and versatile, the Linx CSL10 is a perfect fit whether you’re printing simple codes on a high-quota line or complex codes on a slower line.
    • With its 30W laser, the Linx CSL30 is powerful enough to produce sharp and long-lasting codes on fast-moving lines.
    • Built for speed, the Linx CSL60 can print on a maximum of 70,000 bottles per hour. It also boasts of a large marking field of 601mm, which makes it suitable for printing on food and yoghurt products.

If you are looking for cost-efficient fiber laser printers, Linx FSL20 and FSL50 are suitable solutions. These laser coders are highly flexible and work across the widest range of materials and substrates for both static applications and moving production lines.

Need a laser coder on your line, you can check out our buying guide for laser coding machines.

4. Linx TT Series

Do you package your products in foil or plastic film? Thermal transfer overprinters can easily print essential product info onto snack food and juice pouches. 

• • • With a ribbon width of 33mm, the Linx TT3 can perfectly handle print dates, batch codes, and other variable information. It is also designed for simple ribbon changeovers so that refills don’t eat into uptime.
    • The Linx TT5 is suited for best before dates and batch codes thanks to a ribbon width of 55mm. In addition, its ribbon length of 1200mm ensures longer periods of  uninterrupted coding.
    • If you need a coder for ingredients, logos, and marketing information, the Linx TT10 is what you’re looking for. Its ribbon width of 110mm suits it for longer messages.

Are you now wondering where you can purchase these Linx coders and printers? You’re in luck–Elixir happens to be a trusted distribution partner of genuine Linx products.

For over 25 years and counting, Elixir has offered world-class coders and other industrial equipment to its valued customers in the Philippines. We also provide professional after-sales services and technical support to help you make the most of your Linx coders and printers. Contact us today for inquiries!

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