Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) technology is one of the most advanced in the industrial marking industry.

 Ideal for high-speed applications, it provides accurate and reliable marking on a wide range of materials. 

But what makes it different? Let’s find out.

The Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) technology is a non-contact printing system that uses a continuous flow of ink to create markings on moving products.

Because of its speed and versatility, it is one of the most widely used technologies for coding and marking products and packaging in manufacturing processes. It can print variable data such as expiration dates, lot numbers, QR Code, bar codes, and production information. The CIJ printing system is the ideal solution for highly dynamic production lines, ensuring efficiency and reliability.

In the CIJ marking system, ink is drawn from a reservoir and forced through a nozzle, creating a continuous stream. This stream is broken up into a large number of micro-droplets of ink by high-frequency vibrations generated by an oscillator. 

Some of these droplets are electrically charged and are precisely deflected as they pass through an electrostatic field created by deflector plates, allowing codes or messages to be precisely formed on the product surface with high accuracy. 

Unused droplets are returned to the system’s internal circuit for reuse.

Key technical features of continuous inkjet printers

CIJ Technology Advantages

Adaptable to any surface: CIJ technology’s non-contact printing is ideal for marking objects with irregular shapes, curved surfaces or non-porous materials such as metal pipes and glass bottles. Even under harsh conditions, the inkjet ensures sharp, legible prints without direct contact, preserving product integrity and ensuring uniform application on any type of substrate.

Minimal maintenance and a clean environment: CIJ systems are designed to minimize production downtime with automatic cleaning cycles and self-adjusting features. Optimized ink management reduces waste and residue, ensuring a clean work environment. In addition, automatic cleaning prevents nozzle clogging, ensuring consistently sharp prints and further reducing maintenance costs. Maintenance procedures are intuitive and guided, with few parts, allowing operators to intervene quickly and independently without the need for specialized skills.

Maximum versatility for any coding need: CIJ printers enable real-time printing of alphanumeric text, logos, barcodes, QR codes, expiration dates and lot numbers. The compact, 90°-rotating print head allows integration into the tightest spaces and printing from any direction and orientation. With optimized power management, they ensure accurate and legible marking on a variety of surfaces, reducing operating costs and increasing production efficiency.

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Key application sectors

CIJ printers provide accurate and reliable marking on a wide variety of materials to meet the needs of many industries. The ability to print text, logos, barcodes, QR codes, expiration dates and lot numbers provides tangible benefits, including:

• Customized messages to meet branding and communication needs.

• Regulatory compliance to ensure product traceability.

• Production efficiency through optimized consumption management and reduced downtime.

• Operational versatility through easy integration into any production line.

Main application areas:

🔵 Food and Beverage – Marking of packages and flexible packaging, eggs shells and bottles.

🔵 Pharmaceutical – Printing expiration dates and serial codes for drug traceability.

🔵 Cosmetic – Coding on bottles, tubes and designer packaging.

🔵 Automotive – Identification on metal components for supply chain traceability.

🔵 Manufacturing – Marking on metal, plastic, glass, cables and other industrial materials.

The flexibility and accuracy of CIJ printers make them the ideal solution for ensuring quality, traceability and customization in any industry.

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