{"id":34718,"date":"2023-07-05T16:31:04","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T16:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/?post_type=solution&#038;p=34718"},"modified":"2026-06-02T10:34:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T10:34:46","slug":"packaging","status":"publish","type":"solution","link":"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/applications\/packaging\/","title":{"rendered":"Printing on Packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-hero glide\"><div class=\"glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\"><ul class=\"glide__slides\">\n\n\n\n\n\n<li class=\"glide__slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:400px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2592\" height=\"1728\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-65275 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?w=1024\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg 2592w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX3790.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2592px) 100vw, 2592px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#bbbcc1\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"glide__slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:400px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-65287 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/LX4186.jpg?w=1024\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#d1a6af\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"glide__arrows\" data-glide-el=\"controls\"><button aria-label=\"Previous\" class=\"glide-prev-arrow\" data-glide-dir=\"&lt;\"><\/button><button aria-label=\"Next\" class=\"glide-next-arrow\" data-glide-dir=\"&gt;\"><\/button><\/div><div role=\"tablist\" data-glide-el=\"controls[nav]\" class=\"glide__bullets\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-645cc5dc0eb8edd2818f523c0e4aae1b\" style=\"font-size:45px\">Plastic Coding and Marking Machines for Packaging<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">High-performance plastic coding and marking machines for bottles, films, and industrial components. Print clear, durable batch codes, expiry dates, and traceability information on plastic packaging with reliable inkjet and laser solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51bf962f489f7ac424d3ea1faaeaf79b\">What is Plastic Coding and Marking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Plastic coding and marking machines are used to apply variable data such as batch codes, expiry dates, and barcodes onto plastic packaging. The most effective solution depends on the material (PET, HDPE, PP), production speed, and durability requirements. In the UK, continuous inkjet (CIJ) and laser marking are the most widely used technologies for coding on plastic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg 2207w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?resize=768,576 768w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?resize=1024,768 1024w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2889.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To find out&nbsp;more information and to request your samples with no obligation, click the button below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/sample-printing\/\">Request Print Sample<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-76bbc5311106c15802d394aa7e30de1c\">The Challenge of Coding on Plastic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Plastic is a non-porous, fast-moving substrate making reliable marking more complex than other materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Common challenges include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b5a310a6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9d521b9271dca86c9b4dedaa3b89cdd8\">Poor ink adhesion on smooth surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-30d405a9d8c7d1c62aba74d723b67d51\">Smudging at medium to high production speeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-298aa73a603545288c0f9684b961f7c7\">Exposure to moisture, and chemicals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6f2c909f69ec128b3b7ab2ee1ed4b20d\">Need for permanent, compliant traceability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right plastic coding machine ensures <strong>consistent print quality and reduced downtime<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4aa6d247bfca0ac49ba83dce450d3789\">Best Technologies for Plastic Coding and Marking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:52%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/9800-CIJ-e1777967578993.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"CIJ High-Speed Plastic Coding\" class=\"wp-image-66227\" title=\"CIJ Bottle Printing Machine\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:48%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-cij-bottle-printing-machine\">Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) \u2013 High-Speed Plastic Coding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Continuous inkjet is the most widely used solution for coding on plastic packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Bottling and filling lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Flexible films and pouches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">High-speed FMCG production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Excellent adhesion on non-porous materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Fast-drying inks for PET, HDPE, and PP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Reliable printing on curved or uneven surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-03b1ca2a wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-link-orange\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/products\/cij-printers\/\">CIJ Printers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:52%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Linx_UVG5_Marquage-Laser-e1757928188959.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Laser Marking for Permanent Plastic Coding\" class=\"wp-image-50501\" title=\"Laser Bottle Printing Machine\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Linx_UVG5_Marquage-Laser-e1757928188959.jpg 800w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Linx_UVG5_Marquage-Laser-e1757928188959.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Linx_UVG5_Marquage-Laser-e1757928188959.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Linx_UVG5_Marquage-Laser-e1757928188959.jpg?resize=768,768 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:48%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-laser-bottle-printing-machine\">Laser Marking \u2013 Permanent Plastic Coding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Laser marking creates permanent, high-contrast marks without inks or consumables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Long-term traceability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Harsh environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Regulatory compliance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">No consumables or ink costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Resistant to abrasion and chemicals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Clean, maintenance-free operation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-03b1ca2a wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-link-orange\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/products\/laser-coders\/\">Laser Coders<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:52%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX4360-1-e1757934349667.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) High-Resolution Codes on Plastic Bottle\" class=\"wp-image-55389\" title=\"Thermal Inkjet Bottle Printers (TIJ)\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-linx-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:48%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-thermal-inkjet-bottle-printers-tij\">Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) \u2013 High-Resolution Codes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Thermal inkjet provides high-quality codes for specific plastic applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Controlled production environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Secondary packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Barcodes and QR codes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-03b1ca2a wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-link-orange\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/products\/tj-series\/\">Thermal Inkjet Printers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8895e685fa781ecc18a078e8074aaf91\">Applications of Plastic Coding Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Linx plastic coding and marking machines are used across multiple industries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"544\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mrp-printing-soft-drink-bottle.jpg?w=640\" alt=\"Plastic Bottles (PET &amp; HDPE)\" class=\"wp-image-19119 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mrp-printing-soft-drink-bottle.jpg 640w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mrp-printing-soft-drink-bottle.jpg?resize=300,255 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-92310fee8355b4e07bbe4350cecf1af0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plastic Bottles (PET &amp; HDPE)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Beverage bottles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Cleaning products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Personal care packaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/LX2888-1-e1755497817103.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Flexible Plastic Packaging\" class=\"wp-image-54802 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c84bdba57e16ee26c5cad65e79699bdc wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Flexible Plastic Packaging<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Food pouches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Films and wraps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Printing-on-Bottle-Cap-e1776243017540.jpg?w=800\" alt=\"Caps, Closures &amp; Containers\" class=\"wp-image-65245 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-1e61cfdb5164e30e41ac117a535a64a0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Caps, Closures &amp; Containers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">High-speed inline coding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2453\" height=\"1841\" src=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Industrial Plastic Components\" class=\"wp-image-65256 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg 2453w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?resize=768,576 768w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?resize=1024,769 1024w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?resize=1536,1153 1536w, https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Automotive-Parts.jpg?resize=2048,1537 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2453px) 100vw, 2453px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-92187ce409c4bd358b5a9e6eb795acb5 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Industrial Plastic Components<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Automotive parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Electrical and electronic component<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10bdec10e13184980a504ba554c8fb2d\">Coding on Different Plastic Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Different plastics require different coding approaches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3e4c1ea4 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-windows-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b29a6c965c007e56d62fe92d14731027\"><strong>PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate):<\/strong> Ideal for CIJ and laser marking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-windows-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bb7c63a5d552decb0cae8633510b811a\"><strong>HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene):<\/strong> Requires fast-drying, high-adhesion inks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-windows-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c8b4204e969ec3697fec087471695b56\"><strong>PP (Polypropylene):<\/strong> May require specialised inks or laser additives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-windows-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f6d4b982d9f2706a3f0dafb65a3c886a\"><strong>PVC:<\/strong> Suitable for both inkjet and laser depending on application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right plastic coding machine can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance. We test and recommend the best solution for your specific material. Speak to an Expert!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-065d729ca6e2c2310f0745bb22ac7843\">Why UK Manufacturers Choose Linx<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2714 <strong>Proven reliability<\/strong> in demanding production environments<br>\u2714 <strong>Solutions tailored<\/strong> for food, beverage, and industrial sectors<br>\u2714 <strong>Easy integration<\/strong> with existing packaging lines<br>\u2714 <strong>Dedicated UK support<\/strong> and expertise<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Trusted by manufacturers who need <strong>consistent performance and minimal downtime<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#bfdbf5\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-working-with-linx\">Working with Linx<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Get Expert Advice on Plastic Coding Solutions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Call us, chat with us or simply fill in the form with your details and we will get back to you. Tell us what substrate you are using or products you are coding onto and how does your process currently look like and we will help you choose the best solution tailored to your needs. And we will tell you how much you will save too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0b047636 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-btn-navy-blue\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en-gb\/contact-us\/\">Get in touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-how-to-replace-expensive-labels-with-outer-packaging-printing-machines\"><strong>How to Replace Expensive Labels with Outer <\/strong>Packaging Printing Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch this video to find out how Linx Printing IJ and LCM systems can help you reduce cost waste and storage of expensive labels used for coding on the outer packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you contact us today, and tell us how many labels you are using, we can provide you with a quick comparison between the cost of labels and using a coder.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Replace Expensive Labels with Outer Packaging Printer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w1JOg2xgQ8I?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-related-industries\"><strong>Related Industries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crucial to the performance and operation of our technologies, we recommend you only use Linx-approved inks and fluids in your Linx Continuous Inkjet, thermal Inkjet or Large Character coding equipment for printing on glass<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-vertical-cards\">\n\t<div class=\"vertical-cards-wrapper\">\n\t\t\n\n\t<div class=\"vertical-card-container\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"vertical-card-data-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\thref=\"\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/industries\/food-industry\/\"\n\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_self\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Image -->\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"vertical-card-feature-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lx2613.jpg\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"vertical-card-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/industries\/food-industry\/\">Food Industry<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Excerpt -->\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"vertical-card-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\tPrinters for paper labels, cardboard and plastic food packaging, bottles, and even directly onto food products themselves such as eggs or cheese.\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"vertical-card-button-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Button 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-->\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"vertical-card-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\tA modern vehicle contains thousands of individual components, each of which may need a specific part number.\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"vertical-card-button-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Button -->\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/industries\/automotive\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_self\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"vertical-card-button is-style-btn-default\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tFind out more\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"vertical-card-container\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"vertical-card-data-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/linx-develop.go-vip.net\/en-gb\/coding-solutions\/industries\/beverage\/\"\n\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_self\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Image 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more\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-resources\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0c3151d3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-resource-cards aligncenter\"><div class=\"resource-cards-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-linx-features-resource-card\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group resource-card-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group resource-card-data-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image 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Continuous inkjet is ideal for high-speed applications, while laser marking provides permanent, maintenance-free coding.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688576048177\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can all plastics be laser marked?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not all plastics react to laser marking. Some materials require additives or specific wavelengths to achieve high-contrast marks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688576062761\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><a>Do you offer any service support? How quickly can your engineers arrive on site?<\/a><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">We offer a range of service and maintenance contracts and we have a team of engineers available in the UK. Depending on your package, our engineers could attend your site the same day, and with our PrinterNet software, a lot of breakdowns can be prevented and\/or fixed without having to attend on-site.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776242155420\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is coding on plastic permanent?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Inkjet coding is durable but can wear over time. 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