Emissco, a leading manufacturer of emission products based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, has found a reliable and efficient coding solution in the Linx 10 printer from Linx Printing Technologies. The Linx 10 ink jet printer has received high praise from Emissco for its reliability, flexibility, and ease of use.
The aerosol cans produced by Emissco require clear and durable codes to display batch numbers, product numbers, and expiry dates accurately. Therefore, Emissco needed a coding solution that could consistently provide high-quality codes while being simple to operate and maintain. The Linx 10 printer perfectly meets these requirements.
The Linx 10 printer is used to print two lines of code onto the bottom of metal aerosol cans, and it can easily handle higher line speeds of up to 60 cans per minute. This speed ensures that Emissco’s production process remains efficient without compromising the quality of the codes.
Jill Burke, Aerosol Plant Manager at Emissco, describes the Linx 10 as a “handy piece of kit that does exactly what it says on the tin.” The printer’s compact dimensions allow easy integration into Emissco’s packing lines, even when space is limited. It is positioned between the button and cap machines on the main track, ensuring a seamless workflow.
One of Emissco’s key requirements is ease of setup and quick error correction. The Linx 10 printer addresses this need with its user-friendly interface, featuring a color touch screen and image-based code selection. This reduces the chances of coding errors and speeds up changeovers when necessary.
The Linx 10 printer also stands out for its unique MEK-free fluid, which is supplied in mess-free refill cartridges. This fluid ensures excellent adhesion and fast drying times, minimizing downtime and ensuring that the printed codes endure through the production process and remain intact during end-customer use.
In addition to its exceptional reliability and ease of use, the Linx 10 printer offers other benefits. It is compact, weighing only 11kg, and portable, making it convenient to move and install in different locations. The printer’s robust stainless steel design, IP55 rating for protection against dust and water, and automatic printhead cleaning feature ensure consistent quality coding.
Overall, the Linx 10 printer has proven to be the ideal coding solution for Emissco, providing durable and clear codes while being easy to operate, maintain, and set up. With its outstanding performance and reliability, the Linx 10 printer continues to meet the high standards demanded by Emissco and plays a crucial role in their production process.
Emissco’s partnership with Linx Printing Technologies and their adoption of the Linx 10 continuous inkjet printer have not only streamlined their coding operations but also enhanced their overall productivity and customer satisfaction. The reliability and flexibility of the Linx 10 printer have allowed Emissco to meet the stringent requirements of their aerosol can coding needs consistently.
Moreover, the Linx 10 printer’s ability to cope with high line speeds of up to 60 cans per minute has enabled Emissco to increase their production output without compromising on the quality of the printed codes. This has been instrumental in meeting the growing demands of their customers and maintaining a competitive edge in the market.
The ease of setup and operation of the Linx 10 printer has significantly contributed to Emissco’s operational efficiency. The user-friendly color touch screen interface and image-based code selection have simplified the process of inputting coding information and minimizing errors. In case of any mistakes, the quick error correction capability ensures minimal downtime and uninterrupted production.
The compact design of the Linx 10 printer has been particularly advantageous for Emissco. With limited space in their packing lines, the printer’s small footprint allows for seamless integration without causing disruptions or hindering the overall workflow. This has optimized their production efficiency and allowed them to maximize their available space.
Emissco also appreciates the unique features of the Linx 10 printer, such as its MEK-free fluid and mess-free refill cartridges. The excellent adhesion and fast drying times provided by the fluid have ensured that the codes printed on the aerosol cans withstand the production process and remain intact throughout the product’s lifecycle. This has contributed to improved product quality and customer satisfaction.
In conclusion, the Linx 10 printer from Linx Printing Technologies has proven to be a valuable asset for Emissco in their aerosol can coding operations. The printer’s reliability, flexibility, ease of use, and compact design have made it an ideal solution for their requirements. By choosing the Linx 10 printer, Emissco has enhanced their productivity, maintained high-quality coding standards, and ensured customer satisfaction in their industry-leading emission products.
A Similar Case With Factronics USA
We have a similar application for agricultural products and have had success as we’ve worked with local agricultural companies to help them find the best product solutions.
They needed a machine that prioritized ease of use, and adaptability to their existing product lines. Luckily, we offered the Linx 10, which exponentially increased uptime by being easy to install, operate, and maintain, having outstanding performance and reliability while decreasing their cost of consumables.
Our local service reps went above and beyond during the sales/installation process and continued attending to partners’ needs even when they were not there in person. Through our services, we offer Printernet, a remote device monitoring system that helps us catch malfunctions in a heartbeat. In the case of a malfunction, there will be a warning, monitored daily by our technical experts. We will reach out as soon as we see something is wrong and be able to fix it for you in person here in Florida.
About Linx
Linx Printing Technologies Ltd (Linx) is part of the Danaher Group’s Product Identification platform.
Since its formation in 1987 we have earned a reputation as a manufacturer of thoughtfully designed and well engineered products. The company has consistently invested a high percentage of turnover in research and development and is one of the industry’s top research spenders in relation to turnover.
Our products are used on production lines across the world. These include our Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) printers used in industries such as food, beverage and automotive, laser coders for industries such as beverage, pharmaceuticals or cosmetics, Large Character Printers for outer case coding and packaging, Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) printers coding onto boxes, trays, sleeves and packaging materials, and Thermal Transfer Overprinters (TTO) used for marking plastics, film packaging, labels, gloss card, and other flexible materials. Any industry which requires product identification codes, batch numbers, use by dates and barcodes may have a Linx printer on its line.
As a leading player in both the continuous inkjet and laser marking industries, we hold a large and growing worldwide market share, achieved by continuing emphasis on engineering excellence and best in class products, outstanding marketing, customer service, and professional management.
Our growth strategy focuses on bringing innovative products to market and to market these effectively through our international network of distributors. Simplicity in design ensures trouble-free operation; delivering maximum production uptime and low cost of ownership over the lifetime of the product. To learn more, please contact Factronics USA at (305) 888-6714 today!