Ribbon for thermal transfer coders
Markem-Imaje has introduced its new thermal transfer ribbon for its SmartDate coders. The new SmartDate Xtra Ribbon is designed to raise the standard for thermal transfer printing on flexible packaging and increase production efficiency.
It is said to be 25% more resistant than other standard market brands. Prints are durable and don’t rub off, regardless of application, wet or cold, dry or humid, or during transportation.
The ribbon is also designed to offer extra flexibility. It allows for durable print on most flexible packaging substrates, even the most difficult plastic films and film coatings, and at high speeds without compromising on legibility. Customers will only need one ribbon grade for most of their current and future packaging needs; reducing errors and inventory related expenses.
“The new SmartDate Xtra ribbon raises the market standard,” explains Andy Gray, product marketing manager at Markem-Imaje. “Our customers are already very enthusiastic about having one ribbon for all their products that offers them long lasting codes that don’t rub off while allowing them to increase production efficiency.”
Available in black and variety of widths, it allows for coding of text, logos, high density graphics and barcodes (including 1D and 2D), at 300 dpi.
