Food Coding, Marking and Labelling Solutions

Domino's food packaging printers help food manufacturers to meet industry demands for traceability, sustainability, and consumer safety. Our cutting-edge coding and code validation technology enables food products and their packaging to be labelled with serialised, long-lasting codes that ensure the highest level of quality and safety. With Domino, food manufacturers can inspire confidence in their customers and make a significant positive impact on the industry as a whole.

Validated compliant codes

A range of food suitable inks

Easy 2D retail codes adoption

Coding on eggs

Boxes, Cases and Pallets

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Efficient, Reliable and Accurate: The Three Pillars of Our Coding Solutions for Your Production Line

EFFICIENT Domino Code Automation: The Domino’s software tools for centralised label management and automated deployment can improve your productivity and reduce waste.
RELIABLE Domino Coding: Domino’s coding, marking and labelling range is designed to satisfy the compliance and productivity requirements of global food manufacturers, including variable and authentication data, barcodes, promotional and unique traceability codes.
ACCURATE Domino Code Validation: Our code validation systems meticulously check every single code to ensure that your products always reach the final consumers with the correct code, saving time and money, reducing waste and labour time, and protecting your brand.

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Domino is an active member of EuPIA, which means we follow the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards related to food packaging inks. These standards not only ensure that our inks comply with European Union food consumer safety laws but they have also been written with reference to ISO9000 and ISO22000 standards. When we develop ink, we take great care to ensure that the materials used are appropriate for the intended application in the country where they will be sold. For example, all our ink designs meet the standards outlined by the European Chemicals Agency in its REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulation when we sell inks in Europe.

Furthermore, we can anticipate and respond to regulatory changes to ensure that we remain compliant at all times. To achieve this, our Pre-Sales team works closely with our compliance team, which comprises a group of experts in regulatory matters. Additionally, we collaborate with various trade organizations to stay informed about any changes to regulations that could impact our ink development and sample testing capabilities.

The adoption of 2D codes is revolutionising data accessibility, benefiting consumers, retailers, and brand owners alike. With a global push for 2D code adoption, including GS1's announcement of an official sunrise period starting in 2027, businesses must prepare for this transition. As an active member of the GS1 2D Solutions Group, we provide expert guidance on implementing 2D codes, from concept to production, across various packaging needs.

When transitioning to 2D codes, partnering with an experienced partner is crucial to maximise benefits and minimise disruption. Domino has extensive experience in printing 2D codes across diverse industries. We offer a comprehensive range of coding and marking solutions, including thermal inkjet, laser, and digital printers. This ensures high-quality printing on a variety of materials and supports late-stage customization for both short-run and high-volume production, making us the ideal partner for seamless 2D code implementation.

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Coding on egg shells

Domino's Ax-Series CIJ printers are designed to provide eggshell coding solutions for small egg farms to large multinational egg producers, with full grader integration across multiple egg grading lines. The printers support the widely used Egg Print Protocol for industrial production, and are protected by an IP55 printer cabinet with a sealed IP66 electronics enclosure. Optional 316 stainless steel cabinet provides maximum protection during washdowns. The eggshell coding inks come in three colours and have excellent contrast for clear visibility on white or brown eggs. They comply with EU, FDA, and Chinese regulations on food additives and are Kosher certified.

Coding on Consumer Egg Boxes

The Gx-Series Thermal Inkjet printers are a clean, maintenance-free, and cost-effective solution that can be integrated with egg graders. The printers can operate up to four outfeed lanes from a single controller. Domino's continuous inkjet and laser marking technology are also popular options. The CIJ range features i-Pulse printheads optimized for high-impact text printing, bar codes, and QR Coding. The i-Tech module removes the cost and inconvenience of traditional servicing. The D-Series laser systems are a fluid-free carton and box marking technology that provides high-quality etching without the need for consumable changes.

Our range of high-quality case markers, labellers, and coders is designed to meet all your case coding needs, from simple date codes to Grade A GS1-compliant barcodes. Our systems are robust, flexible and suitable for various types of case coding applications. We also offer top-notch pallet marking and labelling solutions that are GS1 compliant, durable, and legible. Our Mx-Series pallet labelling systems are easy to integrate into your production line and IT systems, ensuring high-speed labelling that keeps production up and costs down. With our extensive experience and expertise in pallet printing, you can be assured that your goods are traceable throughout the supply chain.

Coding onto multiple substrates

At Domino, we know that our customers need to be able to code onto various surfaces and substrates. That's why we pride ourselves on being able to meet some of the most complex and challenging demands that our customers experience. Partner with us and see how we can help you overcome your obstacles. Here are some examples...

Cans, tins and other meal packaging

In the harsh, steamy environment of retort processing, it’s vital to have printers and inks that can cope. That’s a given with Domino’s IP66-rated Ax-Series continuous inkjet printers. We've also designed the range to be low-cost and easy on ink consumption, and of course, we've developed thermochromic inks that indicate the success of steam sterilisation. C02 and fibre lasers laser printers can also easily mark metals or hard plastics.

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Jars, bottles and other glass packaging

Domino has a range of solutions to help, including our Ax-Series of continuous inkjet printers, thermal Inkjet printers, and our D-Series of laser printers. Depending on the specific application, they offer flexibility, reliability, and the potential to quickly change and expand on the recorded information. These printers are always ready for action and use fast-drying, thermochromic inks to create clear, legible and stable codes in every application. Changeover is quick and easy. The same is true of our D-Series laser printers, which adapt quickly to new label and jar dimensions designs and provide a permanent marking on glass at exceptionally high speed.

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Boxes and Sleeves

The porosity of card means it's vital to print traceability codes in high resolution, mitigating any risk of smudging. To achieve the high resolution required, Domino offers both Thermal Inkjet and Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printing. With our Ax-Series of CIJ printers, we've raised the bar on what can be achieved. The Ax-Series utilises food-grade quality ink – vital to prevent migration and taint through porous card – that is quick drying and clear in every application.

The high IP66 rating of the Ax-Series means they can be washed down in situ, but their lightweight construction also means they are easy to relocate to different lines if needed. Our Gx-Series TIJs provide a coding solution that is flexible, easy to integrate into your production line and designed for high resolution printing at fast line speeds. The modular set-up of the Gx-Series can grow with your requirements: Up to four individually operating print heads are managed by one controller and can be configured to operate multiple production lines.

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Labels and paper packaging

It's easy to print a label using any of the various options available from Domino. We provide a range of printing options, using different technologies such as CO2 laser, continuous inkjet, thermal Inkjet and piezo drop on Demand. The right choice depends on your application, but our range gives the flexibility to print direct to an existing label, or create more customised options.

With our Ax-Series of CIJ printers, we've raised the bar on what can be achieved. The Ax-Series utilises food grade quality ink – vital to prevent migration and taint through porous card – that's quick drying and clear. Boxes can be stacked immediately, and codes are stable throughout the lifetime of the product. With the latest networking technology and producing graphic code quality, the Gx-Series TIJ printers are ideal not only for batch and date coding but also for complex code formats, check weighing and track & trace applications.

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Bags, Pouches, Film and other flexible packaging

Domino’s thermal transfer overprinting solutions is a popular choice for applying codes and product data to bags. With our latest printers, such as the Vx-Series, set-up and changeover are quick and easy, allowing you to switch between products with ease and with confidence that label codes are accurate and clear. The Vx-Series delivers reliable printing and excellent code adhesion, even after freezing, meaning the code can stay clear and legible throughout the lifetime of the product.

Alternatives to TTO include Domino's D-Series laser technology. and CIJ Ax-series. Small yet powerful and versatile, Domino Printing’s D-Series i-Tech range of CO2 laser marking machines deliver flexible, high speed, high quality coding. Needing no inks, solvents, or printheads and ribbons, lasers minimise waste, and automatic temperature control cooling means the printer saves energy wherever possible. Our Ax-Series of Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers is ideally suited to the high throughput of confectionery production. Engineered for reliability and no need for maintenance, these printers can be easily installed on high speed production lines, providing clear and stable codes at precise locations on all kinds of wrappers.

Similiary, thermal Inkjet technology is increasingly being used for flexible packaging through ink developments. Domino's Gx-Series TIJ printers offer high quality codes, machine readable codes, true type fonts and barcodes for use with flow wrappers. Special inks are tolerant to long periods of production inactivity, whilst providing excellent first print readability. All are potential solutions to use with flow wrap machines.

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Tubs, bottles and other rigid plastic packaging

With a range of inks available for printing, our Ax-Series of Continuous inkjet printers gives food producers good options for printing direct to tubs and plastic bottles. Fast drying and stable, our codes remain visible throughout the product's lifetime. Be dairy, frozen food or confectionery, coding plastic containers after they've been filled require adhesive and durable inks. Formulated to meet the exacting demands of frozen food production, our inks have the resilience to match the product shelf life and to overcome any issues from condensation and storage.

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Eggs, meat & other direct-on-product codes

Our Ax-Series CIJ printers provide eggshell coding solutions for small egg farms, through to full grader integration across multiple egg grading lines. They support the widely used Egg Print Protocol to meet the coding demands of industrial production.

The Ax-Series printers deliver maximum flexibility and uptime on your production lines, ensuring that you can code your eggs when required.They can work in almost any environment due to an IP55 printer cabinet with a sealed IP66 electronics enclosure and optional 316 stainless steel cabinet, providing maximum protection during washdowns. Maintaining your Domino Ax-Series CIJ Printer is effortless: replacing the iTechx module (ITM) annually is a less-than-ten-minutes operator task and removes the need for traditional servicing.

Domino's eggshell coding inks are manufactured to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and Direct Food Contact guidelines to support local food legislation requirements. All three ink colour options - red, blue, and green - have excellent contrast for clear visibility on white or brown eggs. They are compliant with EU, FDA, and Chinese regulations on food additives, and are Kosher certified

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Tetra Pak

With exceptional print speeds, superior adhesion qualities, and maximum uptime, it’s easy to see why Domino’s printing solutions are chosen by companies that package in Tetra Pak. Our Ax550i continuous inkjet (CIJ) printer is especially designed for washdown environments thanks to its 316 grade stainless steel construction, and IP66 sealing, making it ideal for dairy sites. It can be mounted for seamless line integration, with an optional XS printhead to optimise the system for high-speed printing.

Low maintenance, fast and easy to use, the Ax550i guarantees low cost of ownership and features many innovations to help reduce ink consumption and the environmental impact of printing. It’s also been designed to be lightweight, making it easy to reposition when implementing changes in production.

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Sector Solutions for the Food Sector

Twin Labelling Station

Thanks to its intelligent design, combining twin printers and system controller in a compact footprint for flexible and simple integration, TLS is a can dramatically increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by up to 5%.

R-Series Code Verification System

The R-Series is the smart vision system range from Domino, created and optimised to work with all our range of printer. Now it is easier than ever to check every code and detect any issues before they have any impact on your production.

Fully integrated solutions from the beginning to the end of the production line

Our range of high-quality case markers, labellers, and coders are not only robust and efficient; they are also impeccably suited for every step of your product packaging process, from product to pallet, ensuring traceability of your products throughout the supply chain. Be it a straightforward date code or a compliance-grade GS1 barcode, these coding systems not only maintain elevated production levels but will also easily integrate into your ongoing production and IT networks.

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Leaders in sustainability

Our company is known worldwide for our innovative sustainable practices. We specialize in developing coding and code inspection services that are designed to minimize waste, streamline the use of production resources, and significantly reduce fluid consumption.

Our company is currently collaborating with several well-known corporations and food manufacturers, working on customized solutions for unlabeled products, implementing innovative laser techniques, and promoting the use of more sustainable materials. We are dedicated to providing thorough guidance and assistance to any brand seeking to improve their sustainability through these types of initiatives.