Choosing an industrial coding printer should not begin with a model number. It should begin with the real application: what must be printed, the material and surface condition, the required print size, the production workflow and the ink performance expected on the actual item.

To make this selection easier for Malaysian SMEs, PTS Technology has organised its BENTSAI thermal inkjet (TIJ) solutions into seven application-focused pages. You can begin at our Coding & Marking Solutions by Application guide or browse the complete application category directory.

Explore Our 7 Coding & Marking Application Areas

1. Food & Beverage Coding

For businesses printing batch numbers, manufacturing dates, expiry dates, QR codes or other variable information on bottles, pouches, cans, cartons and selected packaging materials. Product material, condensation, oil, coating and handling conditions can affect ink performance, so testing on the actual sample is important. Explore Food & Beverage Coding Solutions.

2. Carton & Secondary Packaging Coding

For outer cartons, shipping boxes, secondary packs and warehouse-ready cases that require product descriptions, batch information, barcodes, QR codes or internal identification. Corrugated board quality, dust, surface treatment and print distance should be checked before production. Explore Carton & Secondary Packaging Coding Solutions.

3. Warehouse & Logistics Coding

For receiving, repacking, routing and storage operations that need internal IDs, location codes, QR codes, serial numbers or other variable data. The best setup depends on whether printing is performed at a fixed workstation, during mobile handling or on a conveyor. Explore Warehouse & Logistics Coding Solutions.

4. Manufacturing Parts & Components Coding

For direct identification on selected plastic, metal, wood, glass and other parts or components. Geometry, curvature, surface energy, oil, coating, roughness and handling can affect print adhesion and legibility. A real-sample test helps determine the suitable printer, cartridge and operating method. Explore Manufacturing Parts & Components Coding Solutions.

5. Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Packaging Coding

For selected healthcare and pharmaceutical packaging applications involving dates, batch or lot information, serial data and machine-readable codes. This page provides general equipment and application information only. Users remain responsible for confirming their own regulatory, validation, quality-system and product-specific requirements. Explore Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Packaging Coding Solutions.

6. Cosmetics & Personal Care Coding

For selected bottles, jars, tubes, pouches, boxes and personal-care packaging. Coated, glossy, oily, treated or flexible surfaces may require different ink behaviour and may not be suitable without testing. PTS recommends checking drying time, adhesion, rub resistance, contrast and code position on the actual packaging. Explore Cosmetics & Personal Care Coding Solutions.

7. Construction Materials & Hardware Coding

For selected building materials, hardware, tools, fittings, pipes, boards and components requiring batch, size, grade, serial or identification information. Rough, dusty, oily, coated or uneven surfaces can influence print results, so sample testing and a suitable handling method are essential. Explore Construction Materials & Hardware Coding Solutions.

Six Questions to Answer Before Selecting a Printer

Question	Why It Matters
What must be printed?	Text, dates, batch numbers, serial numbers, barcodes and QR codes have different layout and data requirements.
What is the actual surface?	Porous, non-porous, coated, curved, rough, dusty or oily surfaces can require different ink and handling conditions.
How large must the code be?	Character height, number of lines, print width and viewing distance affect the suitable printhead and model.
How will the item move?	Manual, mobile, rework-station and conveyor applications require different workflows and accessories.
What are the production conditions?	Line speed, product spacing, print distance, sensors, moisture, dust and operator access affect reliability.
Has the actual sample been tested?	A sample test helps verify drying time, adhesion, rub resistance, contrast and code readability before purchase.

Handheld or Inline TIJ Printer?

A handheld inkjet printer can be suitable for lower-volume work, large or difficult-to-move items, rework and flexible printing locations. An industrial inline inkjet printer may be more appropriate when products move consistently on a production line and repeatable automatic coding is required.

Model selection should come after the application review. A machine that suits one material, code size or production line may not suit another, even within the same industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I start with the application instead of the printer model?

Because print content, surface, size, workflow and production conditions determine whether a model and ink are suitable. Starting with a model alone may overlook an important application constraint.

Can one BENTSAI printer be used in several departments?

It may be possible when the required print size, cartridge, surface and workflow are compatible. Each use case should still be assessed and tested separately.

What should I provide for an application review?

Provide the actual sample or clear photos, the exact message to be printed, required print area, material description, daily volume and whether the work is handheld or on a conveyor.

When should I consider an inline system?

Consider inline printing when products travel in a stable direction and position, production volume is repetitive, and the process requires more consistent automatic coding.

Does an application page guarantee ink compatibility?

No. The pages are selection guides, not guarantees that every ink will work on every surface. Coatings, contamination, material formulation, storage and handling can change results. Verification on the actual sample is recommended.

Discuss Your Application with PTS Technology

PTS Technology supports Malaysian businesses with BENTSAI handheld and inline TIJ coding printers, genuine consumables, application guidance and local technical support. Send us your sample, required print content and workflow details so that we can help narrow down suitable options and arrange testing where appropriate.

Important notice: Product suitability, ink adhesion and print durability depend on the actual material, coating, surface condition, environment and process. Customers should verify performance on their own samples and confirm any industry, regulatory or validation requirements applicable to their operation.