Packaging labeling - flexible, mobile and without labels

Direct printing of best-before dates, batch numbers, barcodes and shipping information directly onto cardboard, film or outer packaging.

With REINER, you can mark packaging quickly and precisely - without additional labels. Whether folding carton, shipping carton or transport packaging: variable data can be printed directly and flexibly adapted, even outside the production line.

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Packaging cartons with barcode, UDI code and transport labeling

Hurdles in packaging labeling

Overview of Requirements

Screw packaging with batch and dimension marking

Typical requirements

Packaging must be clearly identifiable, standard-compliant and reliably labeled - often under time pressure and with varying contents.

Best before date or batch labeling
Barcodes or QR codes for logistics processes
Variable data for changing products
Clean imprints on cardboard or foil
Flexible labeling for small batches
Integration into existing processes

Typical challenges

Changing packaging formats
Sensitive or coated surfaces
High costs due to label storage
Labels come loose or sit crooked
Stationary systems are not flexible enough

Examples of imprints for packaging labeling

Use cases from practice

QR and barcodes for retail & logistics
Scannable codes for merchandise management and distribution.
Batch printing on folding boxes
Traceability for food, cosmetics or technical products.
Print warning symbols directly onto the cardboard
Print shipping and warning notices such as „Handle with Care“ directly on your packaging.

Why direct printing instead of labels?

A Comparison of Direct Printing Methods

Direct printing reduces material costs, simplifies processes and enables flexible packaging labeling without additional labels.

Label solution

Direct printing with REINER

Additional material consumption

No carrier material required

Storage and procurement costs

device & ink only

Detachment or crooked placement

Direct imprint on packaging

inflexible with variable data

Content customizable at any time

Additional work step

Labeling directly in the process

Technical features of packaging labeling

For reliable print results

Packaging consists of different materials with varying surfaces:

Cardboard and corrugated board
Coated folding boxes
Film packaging
Painted or printed surfaces

Important factors:

Adhesion of the ink
Contrast on light or dark backgrounds
Print width (1 inch or 2 inch)
Variable data transfer from ERP systems
Mobile application directly in the warehouse or shipping area

Individual material testing ensures optimum printing results.

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Practical example

From the field

The coffee roastery Maya Coffee 1991 in the Hammerbrook district of Hamburg stands for handcrafted premium coffee. Maya Kaffee relies on the REINER jetStamp 790 MP, to print the date of filling and the best before date on the packaging.

Result: Through direct coding:

no additional process steps are required
Typical sources of error are eliminated
the process remains fast and uncomplicated even with increasing quantities

The professional imprint also underlines the value of the premium product. Maya Kaffee is convinced that quality also pays off in packaging and labeling and contributes to customer satisfaction.

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