Tobacco Coding, Marking and Labelling Solutions

Tobacco Sector Overview

Domino offers total solutions for Pack to Case coding, with easy-to-use, highly reliable coders and bespoke application parts, to ensure seamless integration and ongoing efficiency. Our focused approach to the specific requirements of the industry has resulted in Domino becoming the strategic coding supplier to the world’s largest Tobacco producers and Original Equipment Manufacturers.

Track and Trace Coding Solutions

Bundles and Cartons

Other tobacco products

What substrate?

To meet the requirements of Track and Trace legislation, it is essential that products have human and machine-readable codes that are sharp and clear. This demands an optimized product handling process at the point of coding for both soft and hard packs. That's why Domino has designed Track and Trace specific coding solutions like the Cigarette Pack Coding Station (CPCS) - a cutting-edge solution designed to help manufacturers comply with Unique Product Identification and track-and-trace regulations while keeping the highest OEE. This all-in-one system is capable of coding both soft and hard packs with codes that can be effortlessly read by humans and machines alike, all while maintaining a blazingly fast speed of up to 500 packs per minute.

Traceability has become an essential requirement in the tobacco industry at all packaging levels, to comply with relevant legislation such as the EU TPD and WHO FCTC, protect the reputation of your product, and combat illicit trade. Domino has collaborated with the tobacco industry to create a range of coding solutions that can be efficiently integrated throughout your production line. To label clear wrap bundles, the Twin Labeling Station (TLS) is an ideal solution. TLS can also improve your current Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by up to 5% by reducing stoppages and giving you control over downtime due to labelling. Alternatively, other technologies such as TIJ can be used for cartons.

Marking products with accurate, serialized codes can be a challenging task, especially when dealing with different materials and fast production speeds. However, with Domino's flexible coding solutions, many tobacco manufacturers have been able to comply with relevant legislation such as the EU TPD and WHO FCTC. This helps to protect the reputation of their products and combat illicit trade.

Our CO2 lasers and fiber lasers are highly accurate and can be adjusted to mark metals or hard plastics with complex text, graphics, and 2D codes such as DotCode and DataMatrix. Our range of inkjet and TTO Domino printers can also code flexible packaging materials, ensuring high-quality coding without increasing production time or cost.

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...

Printing on Cigarette Packs

Efficient serialisation and coding are crucial for cigarette packs to comply with regulations like the EU TPD and WHO FCTC, while protecting against illicit trade. Domino’s CPCS produce high-quality codes such as DotCode and Data Matrix at fast production speeds. Alternatively, D-Series laser printers, with the i-Tech scan head and optimised cooling, and continuous and thermal inkjet printers, including the Gx-Series thermal inkjet OEM Board, offer high-speed serialisation, durable, high-contrast codes, and seamless integration, ensuring fewer rejects and cost-effective performance.

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Coding onto Cigars and Cigarillos

Coding, labelling, and serialisation are crucial for tobacco product packaging but can be challenging due to varying materials and fast production lines. Domino helps manufacturers comply with regulations like the EU TPD and WHO FCTC, safeguarding product reputation and fighting illicit trade. The D-Series CO2 and F-Series fibre lasers, featuring the precise i-Tech scan head, deliver high-quality text, graphics, and 2D codes like DotCode and Data Matrix across diverse materials. Compact and flexible, they integrate seamlessly into production lines, offering high performance with minimal maintenance.

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Coding on Tins

Marking products with serialised codes can be challenging, especially across various materials and high-speed production lines. Domino’s CO2 and fibre lasers efficiently mark metals and plastics with text, graphics, and 2D codes like DotCode and DataMatrix, ideal for tins. Energy-efficient and consumable-free, they lower running costs. Continuous inkjet printers use fast-drying inks for hard-to-mark surfaces. The Mx-Series print and apply labelling system handles barcodes, complex text, and graphics, while compact, adjustable designs integrate seamlessly into production lines, meeting changing needs.

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Coding on Pouches

Tobacco pouches must be marked with accurate, durable codes to meet EU TPD and WHO FCTC regulations, protect brand reputation, and combat illicit trade. Domino’s CO2 lasers and fibre lasers provide high-quality coding on flexible packaging without adding cost or time. Compact and adjustable, they fit into various production environments and are used worldwide. The Vx-Series thermal transfer printers and inkjet solutions offer scalable, modular designs for barcodes and traceability, ensuring flexibility and performance. Domino’s printers deliver consistent text, graphics, and 2D codes like DotCode and Data Matrix at high production speeds.

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Printing on Cartons and Bundles

Traceability is crucial in the tobacco industry to comply with EU TPD and WHO FCTC regulations, protect brand reputation, and combat illicit trade. Domino’s Twin Labelling Station offers highly configurable print and apply labelling for bundle and master case applications. Installed globally, it integrates seamlessly into existing production lines. Domino’s printers deliver sharp text, graphics, and 2D codes like DotCode and Data Matrix across various packaging materials, while continuous and thermal Inkjet printers provide fast-drying inks, ensuring adaptability and high performance for carton printing.

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CPCS

Code with precision up to 500 ppm with the ultimate track and trace coding solution. The Domino CPCS eliminates any risk associated with product handling, delivering crisp and clear codes.

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%.

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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Globally recognised as innovators in sustainable practices, we develop coding and code inspection services designed to minimise waste, streamline production resources, and significantly reduce fluid consumption.

Presently, we're partnering with a selection of prominent corporations, creating bespoke solutions for non-labelled bottles, new laser techniques, and several other unique projects. As a company, we are commited to offer comprehensive advice and suppory to any brand aiming to enhance their sustainability through these kinds of initiatives.