Monday 25 March 2013

Information About Industrial Coders

By Keren Kipfer


If you are starting a business where product id coding is part of your production process, then it is important to know about all of the details and costs associated with product id printers, which also are known as coders. Here are a few helpful tips about product id coders.

First of all, there are two types of printers that are used in the industry. Both are types of inkjet printing but they print using a different process. The continuous inkjet coder or CIJ coder is the first type and has been around the longest. A quick explanation of CIJ printing is that a high-pressure pump forces the ink out of a reservoir through a gunbody and then a tiny nozzle. Continuous pressure is applied and this results in a continuous stream of the ink out of the printer and on to your packaging. The second type of coder is called a DOD coder, which stands for drop on demand. One of the main differences between DOD and CIJ coders is that DOD coders are thermal, although sometimes an industrial DOD coder uses piezoelectricity instead of heat to create the necessary pressure.

When you are shopping for a CIJ or DOD machine, you probably will hear many different brand names, and there are many excellent manufacturers out there to consider. Among the CIJ coder manufacturers, you hear a good deal about Maxima and VideoJet machines and both are high quality. Maxima is often an excellent choice for those on a tighter budget, as they offer high quality at a more affordable price than purchasing a new VideoJet or Domino coder.

Among DOD coders, you will hear about brands such as Domino and Altima, although there are Domino printers in both drop on demand and continuous inkjet models. Altima is an excellent choice for those who need large character inkjet coding, as they do tend to be a bit less expensive. In general, it can be an excellent idea to purchase a used coder instead of going directly to the manufacturer and purchasing a new model.

You can even get a good deal on a coder that might need repairs. This machine can be refurbished easily by a company that specializes in parts, inks and service for product id coders. Find a product id firm that offers a full refurbishment package that includes a thorough inspection and all of the necessary repairs and replacement parts. There are companies that can refurbish virtually any model of Domino coder, VideoJet coder, Altima, Maxima, Imaje and every other major brand.

Another plus to finding a product id repair service is that these businesses also often sell ink and make-up at much lower costs than you can find anywhere else. Ink is a huge cost for any business, so buying ink from a product id company is bound to save you hundreds of dollars each year if not more. Simply make sure that the ink you purchase is formulated using the latest technology as you want inks that dry quickly and are not prone to containing sludge and residue that can clog equipment.




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