Direct printing on glass & glass bottles
Precise, durable, without labels
Whether glass bottles, jars or special containers - with REINER, coding with MP4 ink on glass surfaces is reliable and permanent. Our mobile inkjet marking devices print batches, best-before dates, barcodes or logos directly onto glass. Without labels. Without backing material. Ideal for round shapes, small batches and changing products.
Hurdles in the labeling of glass
Why standard solutions are often not enough
Glass is a high-quality but demanding material for labeling. The surface is smooth, non-absorbent and often curved - this means that markings must be particularly adhesive, high-contrast and durable.
Typical requirements
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Good adhesion to smooth glass surfaces
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High readability and contrast for codes and plain text
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Printing of variable data such as batch, date or serial number
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Resistant to moisture, abrasion and cleaning
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Clean labeling without smearing or dripping
Typical challenges
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Very smooth, non-absorbent surface makes adhesion difficult
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Condensation and moisture affect drying and readability
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Curved bottle shapes make uniform labeling difficult
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Abrasion from transport, crates and handling can damage labeling
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Cleaning processes and chemicals can attack labeling
Impression examples on glass
Use cases from practice
LOT number on honey jar
Marking on round surfaces
Batch number on glass bottle
Direct marking without label
Batch number on glass
Suitable for smooth surfaces
Production date on glass container
Smudge-proof direct printing
Why direct printing instead of labels?
Technology Advantages
Our mobile inkjet printing systems are specially designed for glass coding - whether for the beverage industry, cosmetics, laboratories or manufacturing. Flexible, precise and ideal for permanent, label-free marking on glass.
label problem
Our direct printing solution with REINER
Labels adhere poorly to glass
Direct printing - adheres without adhesive, residue-free
Moisture or cold loosen labels
Smudge-proof imprint
Complex label handling
Ready to print immediately, no gluing or retrofitting
Different bottle sizes
Flexible thanks to handheld device - no format change necessary
Label residue on glass
Cleaner prints with MP4 ink
Special technical features of glass
Labeling that adapts to your material
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Very smooth, non-absorbent surface requires special inks with high adhesion
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Curved shapes (bottles, jars) require precise positioning and constant pressure distance
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Moisture and condensation affect drying and print quality
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High demands on abrasion resistance due to transportation, crates and handling
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Resistance to cleaning and chemicals is often crucial (rinsing processes, disinfection)
Practical example
Applications, experiences, and tips
A family-run manufacturer of delicatessen products from Baden-Württemberg produces homemade salad dressings and sauces for regional markets, farm stores and delicatessens. The dressings are filled in small glass bottles. The manufacturer uses the jetStamp® 990 for labeling.
Result:
- Elimination of additional labels
- Uniform appearance
- Quick adaptation for new recipes
- Less organizational effort
- Clean and easy to read labeling
Labeling in practice
Applications, experiences, and tips
Suitable devices
Our solution
Our mobile inkjet printing systems are ideal for smooth and slightly curved glass surfaces - from small laboratory bottles to large glass containers.
jetStamp® 1025
Highly visible marking on glass
With the jetStamp 1025, glass bottles and glass containers can be marked clearly and legibly. The greater print height means that batches, dates or barcodes can be applied in a clearly visible manner.
✓ Print height up to 25 mm
✓ Print text, barcode, date and batch
✓ Ideal for glass bottles and glass containers
✓ Mobile or stationary use
jetStamp® 1025 sense
Scan data and label glass products directly
The jetStamp 1025 sense combines data capture and marking in a single device. Codes or production data can be scanned and then printed directly onto glass surfaces such as bottles or containers. This supports efficient processes and clear traceability.
✓ Integrated scanner for codes and data
✓ Print height up to 25 mm
✓ Automatic labeling after data acquisition
✓ Ideal for production and packaging processes
jetStamp® 990
Labeling of glass containers
The jetStamp 990 enables clean marking of glass surfaces such as bottles or jars. Batch numbers, dates or production codes can be applied directly and support clear identification in the production and packaging process.
✓ Print height up to 12.5 mm
✓ Variable content (date, batch, text)
✓ Suitable for glass bottles and glass containers
✓ Mobile and flexible in use
Get to know glass flexibly and economically
Check whether direct printing can mark your glass efficiently.
Suitable applications for glass
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