DataLase And Domino AmJet Work Together To Produce High Quality Imaging Solution For Pharmaceutical Boxes And Labels
DataLase, originator of the award winning DataLase process, announces that it is working with Domino AmJet to print lot and expiration codes onto pharmaceutical cartons and labels. Domino is using DataLase PACKMARK, an innovative imaging solution to mass customize information to primary packaging materials.
Domino is a world-leader in inkjet and laser technologies offering total coding and marking solutions in a variety of markets including the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. For this particular application, Domino has worked with DataLase to enable customized information such as lot codes and bar codes to be printed onto pharmaceutical packaging.
The pharmaceutical customer traditionally used a hot stamp printer to code its primary packaging. However, this method caused the label to "crimp" thus preventing the label from running smoothly through the applicator, causing a jam. Using hot stamp printing also required the use of ribbons, therefore making the process costly and time consuming.
By incorporating the innovative DataLase PACKMARK solution into the production line the customer has been able to overcome many of the problems caused by traditional coding and marking techniques. For this application a DSL 25 watt Domino CO2 laser was used to produce a positive black image on a white background without ablation. The area to be marked is coated with DataLase PACKMARK, and the laser then creates a color change in the coating.
This is a much simpler, more cost-effective and environmentally friendly technology than traditional coding and marking techniques such as hot stamp printing.
"Our customers demand the highest quality products available on the market," comments Frank Fiore, Account Manager at Domino. "In order to meet this demand, we have worked with DataLase to ensure that we can continue to provide the best possible solution to our customers."
Kevin Murray, VP Sales, at DataLase comments: "We are extremely pleased that DataLase PACKMARK has been chosen for this application. Our partnership with Domino demonstrates our commitment to developing tailored printing solutions for a wide range of industries. DataLase aims to provide efficient solutions for mass customization of packaging for a variety of sectors."
For more information about the award-winning DataLase process please visit www.datalase.com or contact DataLase by e-mail at usainfo@datalase.com (for USA) and info@datalase.com(for all other enquiries).
About DataLase
DataLase, the originator of the award-winning DataLase process, is a fast growing technology company, providing patented, innovative laser marking solutions across a diverse range of sectors. With its headquarters in Widnes, UK, DataLase also has a significant US operation based in Atlanta, Georgia. The patented DataLase process is suitable for applications including product identification and anti-counterfeiting. The company's product range incorporates specialist solutions for primary and secondary packaging, as well as alternatives to print-and-apply labels. DataLase is also developing applications such as direct tablet and food marking as well as full color printing for the future.
SOURCE: DataLase