Thermal transfer ribbons
Markem-Imaje has launched two new thermal transfer ribbon types, designed for use with its SmartDate coders on all types of flexible packaging.
The SmartDate Xpert ribbons are formulated for difficult environmental conditions. Their resin base allows for coding in extremely hot environments and offers a high level of resistance to oil, solvent and abrasion. They are capable of resisting temperatures as high as 250°C and can be used on the SmartDate X60 up to speeds of 600 mm/s.
Stephen Kean, Markem-Imaje thermal transfer product manager, says, “The new SmartDate Xpert ribbons are the ideal solution for the evolving needs of the food and beverage industry, with the ability to code on all types of flexible material and print ultra sharp text, logos and high density graphics, including 2D codes.”
Meanwhile, the SmartDate Xceed range promises the most cost effective solution without compromising print quality. Available in black and white, it is compatible with corner edge thermal printheads – unlike wax ribbons – resulting in higher quality codes at faster line speeds and in more demanding environments.
