customer
A medium-sized manufacturer of delicatessen products from North Rhine-Westphalia produces sauces and dressings in glass and plastic packaging. The products are sealed with metal and plastic screw caps. The following information must be applied to each filling:
- Internal production labeling
- best before date
- Batch number
The challenge
Previously, the information was provided via additional labels on the lid or on the side of the jar. This led to several problems:
- Labels did not adhere well to slightly curved lids
- Inconsistent appearance with small batch sizes
- Additional material consumption
- High costs for changing batches
As small series and seasonal variants are regularly produced, a flexible solution was required - without separate label logistics.
The solution
The company opted for the jetStamp® 1025 for mobile direct labeling. The best-before date and batch number are now printed directly on the lids - both on:
- Lacquered metal fasteners
- Plastic lid
- Flat and slightly curved surfaces
High-contrast and smudge-proof markings are created with suitable ink.
Implementation in the process
The jetStamp® 1025 is used directly in the filling and packaging area.
- Close the lid
- Positioning
- Apply labeling at the touch of a button
Optional guide templates ensure precise placement on the curved surface. Thanks to battery operation, no fixed installation is required - ideal for flexible production environments and smaller batch sizes.
result
Since switching to direct printing, the manufacturer has benefited from:
✔ No additional label consumption
✔ Clean, discreet labeling
✔ Quick adjustment when changing batches
✔ Uniform appearance
✔ Reduced organizational effort
The mobile solution proves to be an economical alternative to labeling, especially for changing recipes and seasonal products.
Conclusion
Direct printing on lids and closures enables clear, permanent labeling - without additional materials and without a fixed printing station.
The jetStamp® 1025 offers a flexible solution for companies that want to mark small, curved surfaces efficiently.
