Why manufacturers are switching to laser coding for traceability, efficiency and sustainability
Manufacturers today face growing pressure to improve traceability, increase efficiency and reduce operating costs. As a result, laser coding is becoming the preferred choice for companies looking to improve product identification while reducing maintenance requirements and consumable costs. As a result, more companies are adopting laser coding as a reliable and future-ready solution. Why traceability is driving laser coding […]
Direct laser marking on PET trays for sustainable packaging
Direct laser marking on PET trays is becoming an important solution for food manufacturers looking to improve recyclability, reduce packaging waste and maintain reliable product traceability. As the food industry moves towards more sustainable packaging and mono-material packaging structures, manufacturers are increasingly exploring label-free PET packaging solutions capable of supporting QR codes, batch codes and […]
Digital Product Passport (DPP): What manufacturers need to know about traceability and 2D codes
Industrial traceability is evolving rapidly. Across Europe, manufacturers are preparing for new sustainability and transparency requirements driven by the upcoming Digital Product Passport (DPP). For many companies, this is not only a regulatory topic. The DPP will directly impact how products are coded, identified and connected to digital information across the supply chain. As a result, […]
Exporting to Russia? What Chestny Znak means for you production line
Selling products in Russia today involves more than logistics or distribution. With the implementation of Chestny Znak, manufacturers must now comply with strict traceability requirements based on DataMatrix codes. This system has been introduced to control product circulation and prevent illegal trade, and it applies to both local and imported goods. Why DataMatrix coding is now […]
German Printing Ink Ordinance (GIO): how it impacts your packaging line — and how to stay in control
The German Printing Ink Ordinance (GIO) is often presented as a regulatory update. But if you are responsible for production, quality, or packaging, its impact goes much further.This is not just about compliance — it directly affects how your production line operates on a daily basis. Why GIO matters for your role If your products are sold in […]
QR vs DataMatrix: key differences for packaging, traceability and industrial coding
QR vs DataMatrix is one of the most common questions in industrial coding and packaging today. Choosing between these two 2D codes is not just a technical detail — it directly affects traceability, compliance and production efficiency. canAs companies move towards 2D codes in packaging and prepare for initiatives such as GS1 Sunrise 2027, they need to understand not […]
PPWR packaging regulation: what it means for labelling, compliance and traceability
The PPWR packaging regulation EU is redefining how companies design, identify and manage packaging across the European market. For manufacturers and brand owners, this is not just another regulatory update. Instead, it represents a structural change in how teams approach packaging within production, logistics and compliance processes. Packaging no longer serves only for protection or presentation. In […]
QR codes on packaging: traceability, product information and connected packaging
QR codes on packaging are becoming an essential tool for companies looking to improve product traceability, provide digital product information and support connected packaging strategies. By adding a QR code to packaging, companies can connect physical products with digital information, databases and online platforms through a simple scan. Today, packaging is no longer just a […]
PPWR: Why Recyclability by Design is Vital for Beverages
The Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) establishes recyclability as a market access condition for beverage packaging in the EU. From 2030, only packaging classified within recyclability grades A, B or C will be allowed, moving sustainability from a voluntary commitment to a regulatory requirement. For beverage brands, this means that packaging decisions must be evaluated from a design-for-recycling perspective, considering not only […]