The Durable Industrial Marking Blog

How to Print Expiration Dates on Plastic

Posted by Matt Martin

There are many reasons to mark plastic, but with the increasing popularity of plastic packaging, for everything from milk to motor oil, it’s no surprise that the most common reason for marking plastic is to apply an expiration date to a food or beverage item.

So, what options do you have for printing expiration dates on plastic?

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Topics: Package Date Coding, JetStamp, Rubber Stamps, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Plastic

Quick Guide to Ink Jet Coding Machines

Posted by Matt Martin

Ink jet coders are the most versatile date coding machines available. Depending on your budget, specific marking requirements, and the volume of parts being marked, several options are available to you.

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Topics: Package Date Coding, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Portable Inkjet Printers

A Quick Guide to Portable Marking Machines

Posted by Matt Martin

Not every marking application can be accomplished on a manufacturing conveyor line. Often, materials and items are too large or bulky to be marked inline or require marking while in the field. Luckily, there are a number of high quality portable marking machines that can meet the challenges of in-field or on-the-fly marking.

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Topics: JetStamp, Dot Peen Marking, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Portable Marking, Portable Dot Peen, HandJet, Portable Inkjet Printers, JetStamp Graphic 1025, JetStamp Graphic 970, JetStamp 790

Compatible Coding 3 Ways From Durable Tech

Posted by Matt Martin

From TTO flexible packaging to carton coding, Durable Technologies provides our customers with a one-stop solution for printing production dates, expiration dates, storage life, bar codes, and more.

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Topics: Ink Rolls, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Ink Jet Fluids

Cannabis Industry Packaging, Marking & Coding

Posted by Matt Martin

The world is changing quickly. Compliance with state-by-state regulations for THC, CBD, hemp oil and other cannabis products are becoming more widespread and affecting more companies.

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Topics: Package Date Coding, JetStamp, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Portable Inkjet Printers, JetStamp Graphic 1025, Cannabis

Portable Inkjet Marking Machines

Posted by Matt Martin

Portable inkjet marking machines allow users to print things like alphanumeric text, bar codes, date codes, serial numbers, and other important information onto a variety of materials in the field. With an emphasis on portability and ease of use, portable inkjet marking machines are an excellent upgrade for anyone using traditional hand coders like stencils or rubber stamps or any application where more traditional, stationary marking machines are not a good fit.

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Topics: Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Portable Marking, Portable Inkjet Printers

Date Coders and Date Coding Equipment

Posted by Matt Martin

Package date coding is a popular marking solution across a wide range of industries. With multiple date coder options available date coding is a versatile marking solution that can be used to mark important information directly onto packaging including plastics and papers, the two most common packaging materials. 

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Topics: Package Date Coding, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Hot Stamping Coders, Carton and Case Coders

Ink Jet Coding and Marking

Posted by Matt Martin

Ink jet coding and marking is a versatile marking solution providing both inline and mobile marking options suited for a variety of surfaces and materials.

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Topics: JetStamp, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Handheld Marking, HandJet, Speed-i-Jet, JetStamp Graphic 970

Hand held Ink Jet Printers

Posted by Matt Martin

Hand held ink jet printers are ideal for marking applications where clear, permanent marks and portability are a must.

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Topics: Industrial Ink Jet Printers

Marking and Coding

Posted by Matt Martin

Across a wide range of industries, part marking and date coding are an important priority for traceability and identification. Since everything needs a package of some sort (even most fresh fruits and vegetables are shipped to local stores in a some sort of container or package), marking and coding solutions are vital for industries as diverse as food products to pharmaceuticals.

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Topics: Package Date Coding, Packaging Marking, Packaging, Pharmaceutical, Coding Type and Dies, Ink Rolls, Industrial Ink Jet Printers, Type Holders, Thermal Ribbons and Labels, Kingsley Foils and Ribbons, Ink Jet Fluids, Foils and Ribbons for Date Coding, Hot Melt Ink Rolls

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