04.05.21
Markem-Imaje (part of Dover) is launching a new, multi-purpose black EB588 ink, which the company said supports safer, more sustainable coding with fewer errors for fast-moving consumer goods, such as food, beverage and personal care products.
This latest ink offering, which pairs with Markem-Imaje's flagship 9450 coder, helps manufacturers improve coding performance and protect the environment without a cost increase, the company said.
Unlike traditional alternatives, the black EB588 ink is eco-friendly as it does not contain Methyl Ethyl Ketone and generates up to 40% fewer greenhouse gases, thereby also helping customers maintain a safe work environment for employees, according to Markem-Imaje.
In addition to the fact that fewer consumables per code are required when using this ink, its smart consumable management system mitigates the risk of using unsuitable inks, which could result in poor quality codes, according to Markem-Imaje.
Other benefits of this ink can be seen at a plant level, where there is less waste in terms of bottles, cartridges and rework, as well as in the market, whereas referenced above safety is further supported, according to Markem-Imaje.
"Today's launch permits manufacturers to improve their sustainability credentials without reducing profitability," said Vincent Millot, Consumables Product marketing manager, Markem-Imaje. "The ink can be used on different types of packaging, making stock management easier, and the ink cartridges can be replaced while the line is running, so downtime is minimized. With the coder's touch screen user interface, users have access to data about consumable levels and know how many prints are remaining, eliminating lost time due to the ink or additive running out. This new product is a win-win for consumers, retailers, distributors, manufacturers and the environment."