Coding & Marking Equipment
Print high-resolution text, barcodes, 2D codes, graphics, serial numbers, and variable production information with compact cartridge-based thermal inkjet systems.
TIJ systems can support products, packages, cartons, cases, films, and industrial materials when the printhead, cartridge, ink, substrate, line speed, and installation are correctly matched.
Explore Coding & Marking SolutionsThese systems range from compact single-head coders to multi-head, wide-format, and OEM integration platforms.
Norwix TIJ 4.0 platforms cover compact coding through wide-format and fully configurable production integration.
Norwix
Turnkey single-head and expanded thermal inkjet coding systems for compact production-line applications where a controlled print distance is available.
Norwix
An integrated industrial thermal inkjet platform combining printheads, controller components, and supported bulk-ink capability inside a protected housing.
Norwix
A rugged wide-format thermal inkjet system available in multiple print-width configurations for packaging, graphics, mail, and production integration.
MSSC Smart-Jet systems cover standalone cartridge coding, touchscreen multi-head control, and portable handheld marking.
MSSC
Compact standalone thermal inkjet systems covering standard cartridge coding as well as taller print-height and bulk-ink applications.
Includes Smart-Jet BLUE PRO and Smart-Jet BLUE MAX
MSSC
Touchscreen-controlled thermal inkjet systems supporting one, two, or as many as six compatible printheads for independent, stitched, multi-side, and wider-format printing.
Includes Smart-Jet CORE TS, Smart-Jet DUO, and Smart-Jet HEX
MSSC
A portable thermal inkjet printer for mobile product, carton, pallet, pipe, component, and industrial marking where a fixed installation is impractical.
Matthews thermal inkjet products span a scalable printhead family, a bundled installation package, and a compact starter system.
Matthews Marking Systems
A scalable thermal inkjet family for high-resolution primary and secondary packaging, from compact product coding through wider case and graphics applications.
Includes L1, L12, L25, and L50
Matthews Marking Systems
A bundled thermal inkjet solution combining a controller, printhead, mounting components, and product-detection hardware to simplify installation.
Matthews Marking Systems
A compact starter thermal inkjet system for applying clear variable codes to products, cartons, and cases without a complex controller setup.
Squid Ink thermal inkjet covers compact high-resolution coding on porous and nonporous products.
Squid Ink
A compact thermal inkjet system for high-resolution text, barcodes, logos, and variable coding on compatible porous and nonporous products and packaging.
When the printed area moves onto shipping cases and larger secondary packaging, the same thermal inkjet technology is usually configured for taller print heights. The Norwix UC22 and UC108, wider MSSC Smart-Jet configurations, and the Matthews L25 and L50 printheads are covered on the case and large-character page rather than duplicated here.
Explore Case, Carton & Large-Character CodingThese five areas usually define the configuration before any specific model is chosen.
Define the total printed height, including margin for placement variation. A single cartridge covers a limited height, so taller content typically requires a taller printhead or multiple stitched heads.
Review whether the surface is porous or nonporous, how quickly the ink must dry, and whether the code must resist handling, abrasion, refrigeration, or moisture. Ink selection often narrows the equipment choice on its own.
Confirm the symbology, minimum code size, and whether a verified grade is required. Verification requirements affect print distance, speed, substrate, and whether an inspection camera belongs in the workflow.
Higher speeds and longer throw distances both reduce achievable resolution. Consistent product presentation past the printhead usually matters more to print quality than the rated maximum line speed.
Determine how many surfaces must be printed and whether heads print independently, stitched together for greater height, or on opposite sides of the product. This drives the controller and mounting requirements.
Consider non-contact small-character coding when products are curved, irregular, or moving too fast for a short print distance.
Explore Continuous Inkjet PrintersMove to wide-format and drop-on-demand systems when the mark belongs on shipping cases or industrial materials.
Explore Case, Carton & Large-Character CodingEvaluate permanent, consumable-free marking when ink handling, dry time, or code durability are concerns.
Explore Laser Marking SystemsReview multi-lane and packaging-machine integration for films, webs, pouches, bags, and closures.
Explore Flexible Packaging & Specialty CodingRelated Solution
Explore how code content, substrates, production speed, product handling, inspection, data requirements, and downstream processes determine the appropriate coding technology.
Connect printers, lasers, sensors, conveyors, product handling, cameras, inspection, rejection, production data, and line controls into a coordinated workflow.
Explore Integrated SystemsRequest installation, training, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support for eligible coding and marking equipment.
Explore Service & SupportThermal inkjet systems use replaceable cartridges or integrated printhead assemblies to fire ink on demand, producing high-resolution codes without a continuously circulating ink system. Because the ink is contained in the cartridge, routine upkeep is generally limited to cartridge changes and printhead cleaning.
TIJ prints only when a droplet is required and typically produces higher-resolution text, graphics, and 2D codes at a short print distance. CIJ maintains a continuous ink stream, tolerates greater throw distances and product movement, and is often selected for small-character coding on fast or irregular products.
Yes. TIJ is frequently used for Data Matrix and QR codes because of its resolution. Achieving a reliable verified grade depends on the substrate, ink absorption, print distance, product stability, print speed, and the code size specified by the customer or regulator.
Useful details include the substrate, the required print height and content, whether barcodes must be verified, the line speed, the available mounting space and print distance, the number of print locations, ink and dry-time requirements, and photographs of the current process.
Describe the code, the material, and the production line, and ATP can help identify an appropriate thermal inkjet configuration.