Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) introduced a new range of high-speed product handling
and printing solutions tailored to support beverage manufacturers in their shift away from
using labels on bottles, driven by environmental and legislative concerns. Domino's Bottle
Closure Printing Stations are specifically designed to print variable data and machinereadable
codes, including QR codes, directly onto HDPE bottle caps and closures.
Eliminating the need for labels not only simplifies the recycling process and reduces the
overall amount of plastic used, but it can also help manufacturers save up to 5% on
production costs and alleviate the financial impact in regions with plastic taxes.
The beverage industry is increasingly interested in the trend toward labelless bottles, as
governments around the world consider initiatives to boost plastic recycling rates and
enhance the quality of recycled materials.
The integration of variable data codes on bottle closures, particularly QR codes, including
GS1 QR codes, offers a versatile solution for linking all the essential information typically
found on product labels. This technology supports various applications, such as product
traceability, providing recycling information, and enhancing consumer engagement.
Domino's full range of Bottle Closure Printing Stations can be customized to meet the
specific needs of different beverage production environments. Options include high-speed
printing for loose bottle caps and closures, as well as near-line and in-line coding for filled
bottles.
Domino’s in-line Bottle Closure Printing Station is equipped with an advanced product
handling system that stabilizes filled water bottles, ensuring precise, high-resolution printing
of variable data codes at 300–900 dpi. This system, powered by Domino’s K300
monochrome digital printer, can achieve speeds of up to 44,000 bottles per hour. |
