To print or to label.
Martek has the options
The range of options for outer case For marking porous substrates, the
marking has never been better. The APLINK MRX modular system allows
usual decision between print-and- up to four 72mm high printheads
apply labelling and high-definition to be driven from one controller.
inkjet printing has been broadened by The 10.1” touch screen provides an
the addition of UV-curing inkjet case intuitive interface for printer set up
coders. The APLINK UVX system from and control and enables interfacing
United Barcode Systems offers a with ERP and MRP systems to
viable solution for printing onto non- receive or send data. For simple
porous surfaces such as clay-coated applications requiring a single 72mm
cartons, shrink-wrap and varnished printhead, the latest addition to
materials. the APLINK range, the APLINK LCX
offers a cost-effective, compact
of technologies and advise of the
relative merits of each.
The Ventus print-and-apply range
includes models for labelling the
APLINK UVX uses up to four 72mm solution. The self-contained design high printheads each with integrated incorporates the printhead, ink UV LED curing to instantly dry ink system and touch screen controller in the corner of cartons. Labels can be
by polymerisation. Text, graphics, a single compact unit. applied using tamp, blow, swing-arm
barcodes and 2D codes can be
side, front or back of packs as well
as models to apply labels around
or roll on applicators using standard
printed at up to 180 x 720dpi The choice between direct printing or customised modules. A choice of
resolution with line speeds up to and applying labels comes down to a print engines can be used with up to
60m/min. Polymer-based inks ensure number of factors including product 600dpi resolution.
printheads do not dry up during handling, throughput, substrate, breaks in production and require costs and ecological considerations. Martek Industries Ltd Coding &
virtually no ongoing maintenance. By offering both inkjet and labelling labelling specialists
systems, Martek can offer a choice www.martekindustries.co.uk
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