Comprehensive Introduction to Markem-Imaje Jet Printers

Markem-Imaje jet printers are among the most recognized and reliable industrial printing devices worldwide. Known for their high print quality, long-term durability, low material consumption, compatibility with various production lines, and extensive after-sales support, these printers are widely used across major industries.

As a subsidiary of the global Dover Group with over 100 years of experience, Imaje sets global standards in product coding, marking, and traceability, playing a key role in enhancing factory productivity and ensuring print quality.

Printing Technology in Imaje Jet Printers

Imaje printers primarily use CIJ – Continuous Inkjet technology. Designed for continuous, high-speed printing on various surfaces, this technology supports production lines from light to ultra-high speed.

Key Features:

• Non-contact printing: Prints without direct contact with the product surface.

• High speed: Suitable for production lines running several hundred meters per minute — ideal for beverage, food, and cable industries.

• Consistent dot quality: Electronic droplet control ensures uniform print quality even at maximum speed.

• Optimized ink consumption: Smart & Clean™ systems reduce ink use and operational costs.

Ink Variety and Surface Compatibility:
Imaje offers one of the most versatile ink ranges globally:

• Dye-based inks (fast-drying)

• Pigment-based inks for white, yellow, and high adhesion prints

• Special inks for metal, cold glass, PET bottles, PP/PE plastics, rubber parts

• Food-grade inks (for indirect contact with food)

• Inks resistant to heat, alcohol, humidity, and cleaning agents

This diversity allows Imaje printers to be used on virtually any surface.

Key Features of Imaje Jet Printers

1. High Build Quality

   • Stainless steel body, durable printhead, industrial design, and IP55/IP56 protection ensure operation in harsh environments.

2. Smart User Interface

   • Touchscreen displays with simple menus, USB, LAN, and industrial automation connectivity.

3. Extensive Printing Capabilities

   • Can print:

     • Production and expiration dates

     • Batch and serial numbers

     • 1D and 2D barcodes

     • QR Code and Data Matrix

     • Logos, symbols, tables, serial numbers

     • Incremental and decremental counters

     • Multi-line printing (up to 5–6 lines)

4. Easy Maintenance & Low Service Cost

   • 2 kg cartridges, replaceable service modules, self-cleaning printhead, and very low solvent consumption.

5. Advanced Connectivity

   • Supports RS-232C, Ethernet, I/O, Encoder, USB

   • Can connect to MES, ERP, and automated production lines.

Applications of Imaje Jet Printers

Imaje jet printers are applicable across almost all industries:

• Food and beverage

• Pharmaceutical and medical

• Cosmetics and personal care

• Automotive and rubber parts

• Cable and wire

• Petrochemical and chemical

• PET bottle production

• Construction materials

• Metal and packaging industries

Benefits of Using Imaje Jet Printers

• High durability and build quality

• Low ink consumption and cost savings

• Stable operation on high-speed lines

• Suitable for printing on any surface

• Easy service and intelligent maintenance systems

• Accurate and fast variable data printing

• 24/7 operation capability without downtime