The globally proven MARKEM SmartDate uses thermal transfer
technology to print codes, dates, times and barcodes onto flexible
packaging material without mess or environmental concern. SmartDate
5 and 5s are easy to use and have proven reliability, giving
maximum uptime for your packaging line. The SmartDate consistently
prints high-resolution high quality images, while keeping running
costs to a minimum. With many thousands installed worldwide,
SmartDate is the market leader for thermal transfer coding.
Unparalleled Flexibility. Changeover from intermittent to continuous coding in under
five minutes. The SmartDate 5 printhead module can be switched from
left- to right-hand configurations in under one hour.
Unmatched Uptime. Maximum uptime is derived from simple and rugged mechanical
design. The SmartDate 5 components and spare parts are designed for
quick changeover.
Minimize Ribbon Waste. Our unique Digital Ribbon Management system is the most
efficient and reliable on the market. It eliminates mechanical
wearing parts, minimizes ribbon waste between prints, and offers
unique ribbon save options.
High Speed Applications. The SmartDate 5s is specifically designed for continuous
high speed applications. The combined benefits of its patented
shuttle system with the dual stepper motor drive can print at
speeds up to 1800 mm/second, making it the world’s
highest-performance printer.
Consistent, clean, high quality printing. High resolution (300dpi) print, no temperature adjustment;
no alignment required; and no damage to bags or labels from hot
type blocks. A wide choice of fonts/type faces, and sizes are
available.
SmartDate is simple to install, fitting in the same position as
existing coders, without the need to control the web or modify
machines.
