Xaar Showcases High-Speed Inkjet Coding, Launches New Printbar at interpack

Black Versatex Printbar with 2D codes. | Credit: Xaar

Xaar, a provider of industrial inkjet technology, will highlight at interpack on 8th May at 12.00 how its technologies and printheads are enabling high-speed, high-quality variable data printing for modern coding and marking applications.

As manufacturers and the supply chain prepare for GS1 Sunrise 2027’s increasingly demanding coding requirements, the need for reliable high-speed print performance is growing. Titled ‘Breaking the Speed Barrier – How Xaar’s technology enables the fastest Drop on Demand (DOD) inkjet printheads’ the session, presented by Justin Noble, Xaar’s Director of Product & Applications, will focus on how advanced inkjet technologies are helping packaging and retail production lines deliver crisp, dependable codes at industrial speeds.

With lines often running at 300 metres per minute, code quality cannot come at the expense of throughput. Xaar’s High Laydown and TF Technology together with its unique printhead architecture play a crucial role in enabling high speed, long throw distance coding machines. Manufacturers can improve performance, accuracy and 2D barcode robustness, while meeting the speed and reliability needed in real production environments.

This reflects Xaar’s wider activity in high-speed coding and marking with the business focused on helping partners and manufacturers unlock the next generation of variable data capability to meet the demands in printing DataMatrix and QR codes, set by GS1 Sunrise 2027. Through combining its unique inkjet technologies with advanced fluid handling and print performance, Xaar is supporting new opportunities in coding applications where quality, uptime and productivity must all work together.

Xaar will also announce the launch of the black version of its Versatex printbar, at interpack, extending the platform’s capability for high-definition black variable data printing on labels that have already been printed on analogue presses. Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing label presses and finishing lines, Versatex enables real-time, on-the-fly serialisation, authentication codes and other machine and human readable information to be added without disrupting production workflows. This gives label converters a practical route to stronger traceability, brand protection and customer engagement through consistent, production-grade digital print.

Alongside Justin, members of the Xaar team will be available at the show to discuss how inkjet technology is changing what is possible in coding and marking for fast-moving packaging lines, and surpassing the stronger expectations around 2D barcode quality and consistency

Justin Noble, said: “We’re delighted to be able to present at interpack and to share how the opportunities for inkjet are continuing to grow across coding and marking applications in packaging. For Xaar, this is about more than just printing a better code, it is about helping manufacturers unlock more from their production lines through reliable, high-performance inkjet technology.

“The growing reliance on 1D and 2D barcodes for product information and traceability makes improved productivity essential. With our printheads and unique inkjet technologies we are enabling our partners to push beyond traditional limits, achieve stronger quality and consistency, and bring new levels of speed, flexibility and value to high-speed coding applications.”

Source: Xaar

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