Beverage Industry
Beverage
Beverage
Coding and marking solutions for the beverage industry
Soft drinks and juices, milk and mineral water, beer and wine: alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are filled in a wide variety of packaging and packaging sizes. The glass and PET bottles, cans and Tetra Paks are usually marked and labeled directly on the filling line. Coding and marking solutions for the beverage, beer and wine industries therefore also have to cope with the production conditions there: hot, cold and humid environments, condensation on glass bottles and the very high filling speeds of up to 100,000 bottles or cans per day.
Whether using direct marking or labels, the beverage industry is obliged to mark its products in a standard-compliant and traceable manner to ensure food safety. The requirements for this can be found in the Food Information Regulation (LMIV) (EU) No. 1169/2011, the Lot Marking Regulation (LKV) and the EU Regulation 2021/2117 on wine and aromatized wine products. The European Packaging Directive 94/62/EC and the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) also regulate the marking of disposable and reusable beverage packaging.
In addition to standard-compliant sizes and correct contents, the beverage industry also has to take frequent product changes into account when choosing coding and marking solutions, such as for smaller batches in wine bottling. It is also important to combine a consistent print image of the label with the company logo and the additional printing of variable data such as batch number and best before date.
The challenges of marking in the beverage industry
- Marking at sometimes very high filling speeds
- Resistance to moisture, heat and cold
- Direct marking of primary packaging made from versatile materials
- Marking and labeling of outer cartons and pallets
- Marking of disposable and reusable packaging
- Compliance with food safety and packaging standards
What materials and types of packaging are coded in the beverage industry?
Materials: Glass in various colors, aluminum with curved surfaces, plastics, cardboard boxes, shrink film, wooden pallets
Beverage packaging and packaging parts:
- Bottles: Glass bottles, PET bottles, disposable bottles, reusable bottles
- Cans: tin cans, aluminum cans, beverage cans
- Cartons: Beverage cartons, Tetra Paks
- Larger containers: canisters, barrels, six-packs
- Small parts: Banderoles, crown caps, plastic lids
- Secondary packaging: Trays, cardboard trays, plastic trays
Where are our solutions used?
- Direct marking of beverages (1D Code, QR Code, alphanumeric codes, variable data)
- Labeling (bottle labels, trays, sleeves, transport labels, double-sided label printing)
- Code verification, text verification, layout check, label presence check
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The REA Jet HR 2.0 is a maintenance-free, thermal inkjet (TIJ) system built for sharp, scannable coding on secondary and tertiary packaging in food and beverage environments.
With the ability to output up to 50 serialized codes per second, the HR 2.0 is well-suited for operations that require GS1-compliant barcodes and retail-ready presentation.
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Delivers 600 dpi resolution at speeds up to 762 m/min, ideal for printing barcodes, best-before dates, and more.
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The REA Jet SC 2.0 is a robust Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) system engineered for high-speed marking on food and beverage primary packaging. Its vertical resolution of 48 pixels ensures crisp, legible characters, housed within a system that doesn’t quit – designed for 24/7 operation.
With its speed, hygiene-ready design, and integration flexibility, the REA Jet SC 2.0 is purpose-built for the pace and complexity of modern food and beverage production.
- Ideal for printing expiration dates, lot codes, and production data on a variety of applications
- Handles curved, wet, or high-speed surfaces with fast-drying, food-safe inks
- Built for round-the-clock operation with washdown-ready stainless steel construction
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REA Jet laser systems provide permanent, high-speed marking without the use of inks or solvents. Ideal for glass bottles, PET containers, shrink sleeves, and coated cartons, our systems deliver tamper-proof, abrasion-resistant codes that hold up to condensation and handling.
With zero consumables and minimal maintenance, laser marking is a clean, efficient solution for high-volume, hygiene-sensitive environments.
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REA Jet printing solutions are ideal for wood, using technology built to withstand the harshest and most rugged production environments. Known for clear and consistent markings, REA Jet ink adheres well to textured and uneven surfaces, no matter the application. Whether for labeling, branding, or decorative purposes, REA Jet solutions can withstand exposure to moisture, UV light, and physical wear, making them perfect for outdoor and industrial environments.
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REA Jet printing solutions are ideal for wood, using technology built to withstand the harshest and most rugged production environments. Known for clear and consistent markings, REA Jet ink adheres well to textured and uneven surfaces, no matter the application. Whether for labeling, branding, or decorative purposes, REA Jet solutions can withstand exposure to moisture, UV light, and physical wear, making them perfect for outdoor and industrial environments.
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REA Jet's drop-on-demand printing technology provides the application of sharp images, clear batch numbers and detailed barcodes directly onto glass surfaces. Whether on windshields for the automotive industry or glass bottles for the food & beverage sector, our reliable equipment produces durable markings that will be present on glass after processing and distribution.
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REA Jet Canada delivers precision marking solutions for metal and steel components, including raw, treated, or coated surfaces. Whether for galvanized surfaces or precision-machined parts, our systems systems apply high-contrast, abrasion-resistant codes that withstand harsh industrial processes. Ideal for industries like automotive, construction and fabrication, these technologies ensure consistent identification and traceability without interrupting production flow.
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REA Jet Canada offers reliable coding solutions tailored for cardboard and corrugated packaging. Our systems produce crisp, legible prints - on untreated surfaces or coated boxes - ensuring barcodes, batch numbers, and branding remain clear throughout the supply chain. Optimized for secondary packaging, these solutions support high-speed production and deliver consistent results with minimal maintenance, helping manufacturers meet both logistical and regulatory demands.
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REA Jet Canada delivers dependable marking solutions for rubber components used across automotive, industrial, and manufacturing sectors. From hoses and seals to tires and gaskets, our systems apply durable, high-contrast codes that resist smudging, flexing and wear. Engineered for both soft and dense rubber surfaces, our technologies maintain code clarity without slowing down production.
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