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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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End-to-End Product Traceability is Here
08/18/2023

End-to-End Product Traceability is Here

Automation can help manufacturers reduce marking errors, improve coding accuracy, and keep production moving. See how centralized control, automated changeovers, and integrated marking systems can reduce manual input, limit rework, and support more consistent production.
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.
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.
Understanding Metal Marking
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
PIJ Printer vs. TIJ Printer
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.
CIJ vs. TIJ
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.
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.
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.
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.
Engineered Wood Leadership
10/26/2022

Engineered Wood Leadership

Matthews Marking Systems helps engineered wood manufacturers meet demanding marking and coding requirements with reliable DOD and TIJ printing solutions. Learn how durable equipment, MPERIA control and specialized inks support uptime, traceability and consistent marks...
Center Stage at ITEC 2022
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.