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Real-world insights, best practices, and practical advice to help you improve marking performance on the production line.

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Manage All Marking and Coding from One Location
01/27/2022

Manage All Marking and Coding from One Location

Centralizing your marking and coding operations can help reduce errors, improve traceability, and lower operating costs. Learn how the MPERIA® platform simplifies print management, supports compliance, and gives manufacturers greater control across multiple production lines.
Making Way for Modern 2D Marks
01/06/2023

Making Way for Modern 2D Marks

What makes 2D barcodes the next step in product identification? Learn how they improve traceability, inventory management, and consumer engagement as GS1 Sunrise 2027 approaches.
Laser vs. Inkjet
05/24/2024

Laser vs. Inkjet

In this blog, we compare laser and inkjet marking technologies, highlighting their advantages, applications, and key differences in durability, speed, versatility, and cost to help you choose the right solution for your production needs.
Laser vs. CIJ
07/08/2024

Laser vs. CIJ

In this blog, we compare laser marking and continuous inkjet (CIJ) technologies, covering print quality, durability, maintenance, and operating costs to help you determine which solution is best for your production needs.
Is Your Marking System Past Its Prime?
10/07/2025

Is Your Marking System Past Its Prime?

In this blog, we cover six signs your marking and labeling equipment may be due for an upgrade, from frequent downtime and coding errors to costly maintenance, and how modern solutions can improve production efficiency...
CIJ vs. DOD
08/25/2023

CIJ vs. DOD

In this blog, we compare continuous inkjet (CIJ) and drop-on-demand (DOD) valvejet printing technologies, examining their differences in print quality, speed, maintenance, and performance to help you determine which is best suited for your industrial...
Bridging the human-machine gap
03/07/2023

Bridging the human-machine gap

Explore the foundations of Industry 5.0 and how its human-centric, resilient, and sustainable approach builds on Industry 4.0. Learn why manufacturers are placing greater focus on people, adaptability, and environmental responsibility.
Putting Industry 5.0 Into Motion
03/14/2023

Putting Industry 5.0 Into Motion

See how Industry 5.0 builds on Industry 4.0 by combining advanced technology with a stronger focus on people, sustainability, and resilience. Explore practical applications including cobots, digital twins, smart factories, and centralized automation.
How to Stop Fake Goods with Laser Coding
06/25/2024

How to Stop Fake Goods with Laser Coding

Learn how permanent laser marking can help manufacturers combat counterfeiting with durable, difficult-to-replicate codes. Explore overt and discreet marking strategies that support product authentication, traceability, and brand protection.
Global Produce & Floral Show Recap
11/10/2022

Global Produce & Floral Show Recap

Learn how the fresh produce industry is advancing sustainability, traceability, and operational efficiency. See how marking, coding, labeling, and automation help growers and packers improve productivity while accurately tracking products through the supply chain.
Creating Shipping Marks on Cartons
12/19/2022

Creating Shipping Marks on Cartons

Evaluate whether your carton marking system is ready for changing production demands. Explore five key questions covering reliability, integration, durability, scalability, and centralized control to help reduce downtime, improve coding accuracy, and support future growth.
The Future of Product Identification
10/08/2024

The Future of Product Identification

Explore the future of product identification at PACK EXPO 2024, with insights on emerging technologies, evolving compliance standards, and changing customer expectations shaping how manufacturers improve automation, traceability, adaptability, and customer experience.
Five Tips for Laser Marking Integration
08/27/2024

Five Tips for Laser Marking Integration

Learn five key considerations for integrating laser marking into your production line, including cost, technical compatibility, safety, material testing, and quality control. See how proper planning can help improve marking consistency, reduce long-term operating costs,...