Laser system can code up to 172,000 beverage cans every hour

13 July 2020

Macsa ID has launched a new range of fibre lasers which are designed to offer low cost of ownership and maximum marking resolution and definition for high speed beverage can production lines.

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The SPA F-100 series is capable of coding up to 172,000 cans per hour, with guaranteed legibility, traceability and security, even in hot and humid environments. It is said to provide a reliable alternative to continuous inkjet printers. The laser generates a reaction in the aluminium which is said to produces excellent visibility as well as ensuring a reliable and sustainable coding method without the use of inks.

Reliable even in harsh conditions, each system boasts an IP55-rated control cabinet and IP65 laser head. The units operate in ambient temperatures from 5 up to 40°C.