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Print and Verify: Designing Code Assurance that Auditors (and Retailers) Love
Traditional coding workflows typically involve printing a barcode and relying on occasional manual inspection to check quality. While this approach may catch obvious issues, it can still allow defective codes to pass through production.
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04/01/2024
See how high-speed inkjet printing and 2D codes help lithium battery manufacturers identify coating defects earlier, improve quality control, reduce scrap, and support more efficient production.
11/02/2021
Command and Control Your Entire Production Line
Centralized marking and coding automation with MPERIA helps reduce errors, improve productivity, automate data flow, and scale control across one or multiple production lines.
07/26/2023
Coming Up to Speed on Bag Marking and Coding
Bag marking brings unique challenges, from uneven surfaces and harsh environments to ink selection and code durability. Learn what to consider when choosing the right marking solution for your production line.
09/23/2022
Center Stage at ITEC 2022
See how the tire industry is advancing sustainability through VOC-free inks, automation, and new technologies that support cleaner, more efficient manufacturing.
10/18/2021
Boost Your Production With TIJ
See how the MPERIA ST1000 delivers high-resolution bulk TIJ case coding with fewer stoppages, scalable print height, and lower maintenance demands.
08/29/2022
Production Line Efficiency | Boost OEE by Centralization
Improve production line OEE by centralizing marking and labeling control, reducing errors, speeding changeovers, and creating a more scalable operation.
08/17/2023
Improve Production Efficiency with Marking Automation
Learn how automating your marking and coding systems can reduce errors, speed changeovers, improve traceability, and give you better control across production.
11/12/2024
Benefits of Laser Marking on Plastic Pipe
Learn how laser marking helps create permanent, precise marks on plastic pipes and components for traceability, compliance, and long-term durability.
08/07/2024
Bag Marking Success Stories
Bag marking can be challenging across flexible packaging and demanding production environments. See how two manufacturers improved efficiency, reduced labor, and lowered marking costs with solutions built for their operations.
07/29/2026
How to Choose a Wood Marking System for Sawmills
Choosing the right wood marking system means looking beyond print quality alone. You need a solution that can handle dust, uneven surfaces, changing moisture levels and demanding production speeds while keeping every mark readable.
10/10/2023
Marking and Coding Tips and Tricks
Reliable marking takes more than dependable equipment. Learn how the right technology, automation, maintenance and ink can reduce errors and unplanned downtime.
11/01/2023
Labeling vs. Marking
Direct case printing may cost less, but it is not always the right fit. Learn when labeling provides better barcode quality, flexibility and traceability.
05/05/2023
Part 1: Understanding Ink to Drive Marking and Coding Success
Poor-quality marks are not always caused by the printer. Learn how ink composition, substrates and production conditions affect adhesion, durability and readability.
05/31/2026
For Reliable Marking, Consider Valvejet Technology
Valvejet printers deliver reliable marking in demanding conditions, handling dust, debris, temperature extremes, and uneven surfaces with long throw distances and low-maintenance operation.
05/16/2022
Deadlines for Marking with the UFI Code
UFI labeling helps identify hazardous mixtures and provide critical product information. Learn how UFI codes are generated, who is responsible for compliance, and what manufacturers and importers need to know.
01/30/2023
CIJ vs. TIJ
CIJ and TIJ both support industrial coding, but each fits different production needs. CIJ offers greater throw distance and flexibility, while TIJ provides higher-resolution printing, faster startup, and lower maintenance.
12/10/2025
Why Luck Fails
Reliable marking helps reduce rework, missed shipments, and compliance issues by delivering consistent print quality, centralized control, automation, and code verification across production.
03/03/2023
Understanding Metal Marking
Metal marking needs to stay clear through demanding production conditions. Inkjet and laser technologies offer different advantages for identification, traceability, and compliance, making it important to choose the right fit for your application
02/14/2023
PIJ Printer vs. TIJ Printer
TIJ and PIJ both deliver high-resolution printing for cases and cartons, but each offers different advantages. Understanding their differences in speed, print height, throw distance, and ink options can help you find the right fit.
11/10/2025
Mark Smarter, Not Harder with Seamless Automation
Manual marking can become a bottleneck as production grows. Automated marking reduces errors, rework, and labor while keeping pace with your line.
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