MARKING AND CODING SOLUTIONS - PRINTER SUPPLIER IN RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
Global Scales provides advanced packaging, marking and coding solutions tailored to the strict requirements of the food & beverages and pharmaceutical industry. From clean packaging and precision weighing to labeling, marking, coding and wrapping machines, our solutions ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability at every stage of your production. We also offer standard weights, customized software, accredited calibration, and maintenance services to support consistent quality and regulatory adherence. With Global Scales, food and beverages, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and cable & wires companies can improve efficiency, minimize errors, and maintain the highest standards of safety and product integrity.
MARKING AND CODING SOLUTIONS
Our systems deliver high-quality printing for expiry dates, batch numbers, barcodes, and logos on a wide range of packaging materials. Designed for speed, clarity, and compliance with industry regulations, our marking and coding solutions minimize errors, support supply chain transparency, and enhance brand trust. With advanced technology and easy integration, Global Scales ensures every package carries clear, durable, and compliant information.
We use world class Leibinger and Zanasi products in our marking and coding solutions, ensuring reliability, precision, and long lasting performance.
Code It Right. Every Time. At Full Speed.
From expiry dates on food packaging to traceability codes on industrial pipe, we supply the most reliable CIJ, high-resolution, and DOD inkjet printing systems on the market. Zero smudges. Zero downtime. Zero compromise.
Every product that leaves your production line carries a code. That code has to be legible, compliant, and applied at full line speed; without stopping to clean a printhead. Our marking and coding portfolio brings together two of the world’s most respected printer manufacturers: Leibinger and Zanasi. Whether you’re running a food and beverage facility in Jeddah, a pharmaceutical plant in Riyadh, or a construction materials line in Dammam; we have the right system, the right ink, and the on-the-ground support to keep it running.
WHAT IS MARKING & CODING?
Marking and coding is the process of applying variable data; expiry dates, batch numbers, barcodes, lot codes, serial numbers, regulatory text, and brand graphics, directly onto products and packaging during live production. It is not optional. Regulatory compliance in the GCC food, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and FMCG sectors requires legible, permanent, and traceable coding on every unit that enters the supply chain.
Three primary technologies serve this market:
| Technology | How It Works | Best For | Character Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIJ — Continuous Inkjet | A continuous stream of ink is broken into charged droplets; uncharged drops are recycled. Non-contact. | High-speed primary packaging, cables, bottles, cartons, pipes | 1 mm – 13 mm |
| HR — High-Resolution Piezoelectric Inkjet | Piezo-driven nozzle plates fire precise ink drops on demand for sharp, high-DPI output. | Secondary packaging, case coding, branding, barcodes | Up to 102 mm |
| DOD — Drop-On-Demand | Solenoid-actuated heads release ink only when triggered — ideal for large, clearly legible marks on absorbent and non-absorbent surfaces. | Case/carton coding, pallet marking, construction materials, lumber | 5 mm – 190 mm |
OUR PRINTER PORTFOLIO
We supply seven proven industrial inkjet printing systems across three complementary technologies, giving you a single-source solution for every coding application on your production floor.
| Model | Brand | Technology | Max Speed | Max Lines | Print Height | Best Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IQJET | Leibinger | CIJ | 413 m/min | 8 lines | 1.3 – 13.1 mm | High-uptime primary coding, any industry |
| JET3UP | Leibinger | CIJ | 403 m/min | 5 lines | 1.5 – 12 mm | Complex multi-line coding, industrial |
| JET3UP Pro | Leibinger | CIJ (IP65) | 403 m/min | 5 lines | 1.5 – 12 mm | Food, pharma, washdown environments |
| JET2Neo | Leibinger | CIJ | ~396 m/min | 3 lines | 1.2 – 11 mm | Standard everyday coding applications |
| JET Rapid | Leibinger | CIJ (High-Speed) | 800 m/min | 5 lines | 1.0 – 24 mm | Beverages, extrusion, ultra-high-output lines |
| Z640 Plus | Zanasi | HR Piezo (e-JET) | 90 m/min | Up to 2 heads | Up to 102 mm | Secondary packaging, branded case coding, GS1 barcodes |
| Z402 | Zanasi | DOD (large character) | 180 m/min | 2 lines | 5 – 60 mm | Cartons, construction materials, porous surfaces |
CIJ PRINTER COMPONENTS
Understanding what’s inside a CIJ printer helps you evaluate the right system for your environment.
Key CIJ System Components
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Ink Reservoir / Tank | Holds the bulk ink supply. Leibinger’s XXL cartridges run up to 500 operating hours between refills. |
| Ink Pump / Feed System | Circulates ink from reservoir to printhead under controlled pressure. Leibinger’s IQJET eliminates the continuous feed pump, reducing wear. |
| Printhead & Nozzle | The core output component. Nozzle size (e.g. 60 µm, 70 µm) determines drop size, speed, and character resolution. |
| Nozzle Seal (Sealtronic) | Leibinger’s patented Sealtronic technology seals the nozzle airtight when idle — preventing clogging and eliminating manual cleaning procedures. |
| Charge Electrode | Applies an electrical charge to individual ink drops to control deflection path. |
| Deflection Plates | High-voltage plates that redirect charged drops onto the substrate surface. |
| Gutter / Catcher | Catches uncharged drops for recirculation — critical for solvent recovery and low waste operation. |
| Solvent Recovery System (EcoSolv) | Recycles evaporated solvent back into the ink system. Up to 50% solvent reduction on Leibinger IQJET. |
| Umbilical / Printhead Cable | Connects the printer body to the remote printhead. Available in 3 m or 6 m lengths on most Leibinger models. |
| Controller / Display | The user interface — touchscreen-based on all modern models. Handles job creation, scheduling, and diagnostics. |
| Encoder Input | Reads conveyor speed to synchronise print output to line speed, ensuring consistent character width. |
Key HR Printhead Components (Zanasi Z640 Plus — Graph e-JET)
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Stainless Steel Nozzle Plate | Unique in class — fully inspectable, repairable, with an average operational life of up to 10 years. |
| Piezoelectric Actuators | Fire individual ink drops with extreme precision at up to 600 DPI. |
| Self-Cleaning Mechanism | Automatic head purge cycle eliminates manual cleaning downtime. |
| Printhead Heater System | Maintains consistent ink temperature and viscosity in harsh industrial environments. |
Key DOD Printhead Components (Zanasi Z402 — NZ Heads)
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Solenoid-Actuated Nozzles | Open and close at high speed to release individual large ink drops on demand. |
| 7-Dot / 16-Dot Head Options | 7-dot heads for standard marking; 16-dot heads for higher vertical resolution printing. |
| NZT (Tilt) Version | Five inclination levels allow printing at multiple heights without repositioning the bracket. |
| Remote Nozzle Calibration | Via Orkestra Remote software — adjust and clean individual nozzles from a PC without stopping production. |
PRODUCT DETAILS
LEIBINGER IQJET
The Intelligent CIJ Printer. 5 Years. Zero Maintenance.
The IQJET is not an iteration — it is a reinvention of the CIJ printer. Engineered at Leibinger’s facility in Tuttlingen, Germany, it is the world’s first coding system with five years of scheduled-maintenance-free operation as standard. The IQJET’s four intelligent technologies — IQPRINT, SMART.OS, SMART.EFFICIENCY, and SMART.CARE — work together to eliminate the operational friction that traditional CIJ printers impose on production teams.
Plug it in. Print. That’s it.
Ideal For: Food and beverage, pharmaceutical, wire and cable, automotive, cosmetics, chemical, any environment where uptime is non-negotiable.
Key Features:
- Patented Sealtronic nozzle sealing — airtight seal on nozzle, gutter, and entire ink return line
- Zero cleaning, zero clogging — even after extended shutdowns
- Instant start-up every time, without purging or warm-up
- Up to 8 lines of print at high resolution
- 10.1″ customisable touchscreen with click-and-drop controls and 3D animated maintenance guidance
- 50% less solvent versus conventional CIJ systems (~2.7 cc/h MEK ink consumption)
- Power failure bridging — brief outages are ignored; longer failures result in a controlled shutdown with clean restart
- OPC UA interface for seamless Industry 4.0 integration
- XXL ink cartridges that empty completely — no residual waste
- 500 operating hours per tank filling; continued operation for up to 100 hours after refill alert
- German-made stainless steel housing
- GS1 certified. ISO 9001 certified manufacturer.
IQJET Technical Specifications
| Parameter | IQJET | IQJET (Pigmented Inks) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) |
| Max Print Speed | 413 m/min (5-dot font, 10 CPI, 60 µm) | 413 m/min |
| Max Print Lines | 8 lines (5-dot) / 6 lines (7-dot) | 8 lines (5-dot) / 6 lines (7-dot) |
| Print Height | 1.3 mm – 13.1 mm* | 1.3 mm – 13.1 mm* |
| Nozzle Size | 60 µm, 70 µm | 60 µm, 70 µm |
| Fonts | 5-dot to 48-dot | 5-dot to 48-dot |
| IP Protection | IP56 (IP66 optional) | IP56 (IP66 optional) |
| Power Supply | 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz | 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 36 W (typical) | 36 W (typical) |
| System Weight | 23.15 kg (51 lbs) incl. printhead | 23.15 kg (51 lbs) incl. printhead |
| Umbilical Length | 3 m standard / 6 m optional | 3 m standard / 6 m optional |
| Interfaces | Ethernet, USB, RS-232, OPC UA | Ethernet, USB, RS-232, OPC UA |
| Cloud Connectivity | Optional (LAN or LTE) | Optional (LAN or LTE) |
| Maintenance Interval | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ink Consumption (MEK) | ~2.7 cc/h | ~2.7 cc/h |
| Housing | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
Depending on font and printing distance
Printable Substrates: Glass, carton, foil, film, plastics, metal, wire, rubber, paper, textiles, ceramic, wood
LEIBINGER JET3UP
The Benchmark for Advanced Industrial Coding.
When your production environment demands more — more lines, more functions, more control — the JET3UP delivers. Trusted by manufacturers across the globe, it is Leibinger’s most feature-rich standard CIJ model, offering over 800 software functions, five-line printing capability, and the Sealtronic nozzle seal that made Leibinger famous.
Ideal For: Complex industrial coding, multi-line data, cables, glass, metal, food and beverage, automotive, chemical, plastics.
Key Features:
- Over 800 software functions built in as standard
- Up to 5 lines of print at speeds up to 403 m/min (10 m/s)
- Sealtronic nozzle seal — no daily cleaning, no rinse cycles, no clogging
- Windows-based 10.4″ touchscreen interface
- BatchJob function for sequential job printing
- JobSelect (external job selection via PLC) — up to 1,024 jobs controlled via 10 digital inputs
- Shoot-and-Print via barcode scanner for job-on-demand triggering
- Round, compact printhead mountable in any orientation including upward-facing
- Interfaces: USB, Ethernet, RS-232, encoder, PrintGo, I/O
- Country-specific and user-defined fonts (Arabic, Cyrillic, Chinese, Persian)
- All software updates included
JET3UP Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) |
| Max Print Speed | 403 m/min (10 m/s) |
| Max Print Lines | 5 lines |
| Font Range | 5-drop to 32-drop |
| Interfaces | USB, Ethernet, RS-232, Encoder, PrintGo, I/O |
| Display | 10.4″ Windows-based touchscreen |
| Software Functions | 800+ |
| Nozzle Seal | Sealtronic (automatic, airtight) |
Printable Substrates: Glass, film, carton, foils, plastics, metal, wire, rubber, paper, textiles, ceramic, wood
LEIBINGER JET3UP PRO
All the Power of the JET3UP. Built for Washdown.
The production floor doesn’t stop for hygiene audits. In food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and dusty heavy industry, coding equipment has to withstand regular high-pressure washdowns, cleaning chemicals, and airborne particulates. The JET3UP PRO brings every function and performance capability of the JET3UP — 5-line printing, 403 m/min, 800+ software functions — inside an IP65-rated, stainless steel cabinet purpose-built for hostile environments.
Ideal For: Food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical production, chemical plants, dusty industrial environments, any facility with mandatory washdown requirements.
Key Features:
- All JET3UP software functions (800+) and print performance (403 m/min, 5 lines)
- IP65 protection — fully dustproof and protected against water jets from any direction
- Durable stainless steel cabinet for chemical and washdown resistance
- Sealtronic nozzle sealing technology
- No external compressed air required
- Complies with strict hygiene standards for pharmaceutical and food manufacturing
- Simple, rapid restart after washdown without printhead preparation
JET3UP PRO Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) |
| IP Protection | IP65 |
| Cabinet Material | Stainless steel |
| Max Print Speed | 403 m/min (10 m/s) |
| Max Print Lines | 5 lines |
| Software Functions | 800+ |
| Nozzle Seal | Sealtronic (automatic, airtight) |
LEIBINGER JET2NEO
Reliable. Efficient. Built for Every Day.
The JET2Neo is Leibinger’s mid-range workhorse — the right printer for manufacturers who need consistent, high-quality three-line coding without the complexity of the full JET3UP feature set. Fast, frugal on consumables, and equipped with Sealtronic, the JET2Neo handles the daily demands of busy production lines with minimal operator attention.
Ideal For: Standard primary packaging coding, FMCG, plastics, cable and wire, food and beverage, consumer goods, everyday industrial marking.
Key Features:
- Up to 3 lines of print, up to 1,777 characters/second
- Printing speed up to 6.6 m/s (396 m/min) at 10 CPI
- Print height 1.2 mm – 11 mm depending on nozzle and head type
- Sealtronic nozzle seal — ready to print in under 1 minute after extended shutdown
- Windows CE-based colour touchscreen interface
- EcoSolv optional solvent recycling system — up to 50% solvent reduction
- Prints over 120 million characters per ink bottle
- ~30 W energy consumption (one-third of a standard 100 W bulb)
- Country and industry-specific fonts: Arabic, Cyrillic, Chinese, Persian
- All major barcodes and 2D codes (DataMatrix ECC200, GS1 DataMatrix)
- Interfaces: Ethernet, USB, RS-232, encoder, I/O
JET2Neo Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) |
| Max Print Speed | 6.6 m/s / 396 m/min (10 CPI) |
| Max Print Lines | 3 lines |
| Max Print Rate | 1,777 characters/second |
| Print Height | 1.2 mm – 11 mm |
| Font Range | 5×5 to 24×18 dots; special fonts, tower printing |
| Power Consumption | ~30 W |
| Nozzle Seal | Sealtronic (automatic, airtight) |
| Solvent Recovery | Optional EcoSolv (up to 50% reduction) |
| Interfaces | Ethernet, USB, RS-232, Encoder, I/O |
| Characters per Bottle | 120 million+ |
Printable Substrates: Plastic, glass, wood, metal, ceramic, composite materials, paper, rubber
LEIBINGER JET RAPID
When Your Line Runs at Maximum. Your Printer Has to Keep Up.
Conventional CIJ printers top out well before the most demanding high-speed lines do. The JET Rapid is built for exactly those lines — beverage bottling, film extrusion, packaging operations pushing maximum throughput. With print speeds up to 800 m/min, it increases production efficiency by up to 30% versus standard CIJ models, with no compromise on code legibility.
Ideal For: Food and beverage (high-speed bottling), film and packaging extrusion, FMCG high-output lines, cable and wire (standard version), any line running at maximum throughput.
Key Features:
- High-speed single-line printing up to 800 m/min — Leibinger’s fastest general-purpose model
- 5-line print capability at standard operating speeds
- 55 µm nozzle for finer print at high velocity
- Print height 1.0 mm – 24 mm
- Up to 30% production efficiency gain versus conventional CIJ
- Sealtronic nozzle sealing — no clogging at speed, no cleaning downtime
- Wide range of compatible inks for diverse substrate marking
- Compact, flexible printhead installation
JET Rapid Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIJ (Continuous Inkjet — High Speed) |
| Max Print Speed | 800 m/min (single-line, Speed Plus) |
| Max Print Lines | Up to 5 lines |
| Print Height | 1.0 mm – 24 mm |
| Nozzle Size | 55 µm |
| Nozzle Seal | Sealtronic (automatic, airtight) |
| Efficiency Gain | Up to 30% vs. standard CIJ |
ZANASI Z640 PLUS (e-JET)
High-Definition Coding for Secondary Packaging. A Work of Art.
The Z640 Plus e-JET is Zanasi’s flagship high-resolution printing system — built not just to code, but to brand. Where CIJ places small characters on primary packaging, the Z640 Plus prints sharp, fully branded graphics, GS1-compliant barcodes, and complete traceability data at up to 600 DPI on cases, cartons, and multipacks as they move through your line.
Italy-engineered. Industry 4.0 ready. With a stainless steel nozzle plate rated for up to 10 years of operational life, this is infrastructure-grade equipment for brands that demand both precision and permanence.
Ideal For: Secondary packaging (cases, cartons), complete case branding, GS1-compliant barcode printing, food and beverage, home and personal care, cosmetics, chemical.
Key Features:
- Ultra-high definition printing up to 600 DPI
- Manages up to 2 Graph e-JET printheads simultaneously — 50 mm (2″) or 102 mm (4″) working width
- Prints on both sides of one production line or across two independent lines simultaneously
- Unique stainless steel nozzle plate — inspectable, repairable, average 10-year operational life
- Self-cleaning printhead — minimal operator intervention
- GS1 Standard Solution Certified — perfectly traceable and scannable barcodes
- Windows 10 IoT Enterprise operating system — full Industry 4.0 integration
- 12.1″ SVGA full-colour touchscreen display
- Integrated TeamViewer for remote technical support
- Automatic printing cost calculation in real time
- 50 GB message memory storage
- High-contrast, solvent-free patented inks
- Printhead heater system for consistent ink performance in harsh environments
- IP54 protection; AISI 304 stainless steel console
Z640 Plus Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | High-Resolution (HR) Piezoelectric e-JET |
| Max Resolution | 600 DPI |
| Max Line Speed | 90 m/min (295 ft/min) |
| Printhead Configuration | Up to 2 Graph e-JET heads simultaneously |
| Working Width (per head) | 50 mm (2″) or 102 mm (4″) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 IoT Enterprise |
| Display | 12.1″ SVGA full-colour touchscreen (800×600) |
| Memory Storage | 50 GB |
| IP Protection | IP54 |
| Console Housing | AISI 304 stainless steel |
| Interfaces | Ethernet LAN, RS-232, USB |
| Printhead Longevity | Up to 10 years (stainless steel nozzle plate) |
| GS1 Certification | Yes |
| Remote Support | TeamViewer integrated |
| Inks | High-contrast, solvent-free patented inks |
Printable Substrates (via ink selection): Corrugated cardboard, carton, paper bags, non-porous packaging surfaces
ZANASI Z402
The DOD Revolution. Large Character. Built for the Harshest Lines.
When your product is a cement bag, a wooden panel, a plastic pipe, or an industrial carton — and your code needs to be large, permanent, and instantly readable — you need the Z402. Zanasi’s most advanced drop-on-demand controller print system combines the heritage of 50+ years of large character marking leadership with Orkestra — its revolutionary management software that makes even the most demanding coding environment simple to operate.
Stainless steel construction. Up to 180 m/min. Humidity, dust, and extreme temperature resistant. This is what reliability looks like in practice.
Ideal For: Metallurgical and extrusion industries, construction materials (panels, lumber, pipe), cement and ceramics, petrochemical, cardboard and secondary packaging, food and livestock, automotive components.
Key Features:
- DOD large character printing — 5 mm to 60 mm print height; up to 190 mm with extended NZ heads
- Drives up to 2 NZ heads simultaneously with fully independent message control per head
- 7-dot heads for standard marking; 16-dot head option for higher resolution
- NZT “Tilt” head variant with 5 inclination levels for flexible height adjustment
- Print throw distance up to 35 mm — outstanding flexibility for irregular or moving surfaces
- Orkestra management software — multilevel login, multilingual, drag-and-drop graphic editor, customisable per operator
- Remote nozzle cleaning and calibration via Orkestra Remote (PC-based, no production stop)
- Compact stainless steel AISI 304 controller — ventless heatsink cooling for harsh environments
- 7″ colour touchscreen — message creation, shapes, barcodes, logos directly on screen
- Interfaces: RS-232, Ethernet, USB — connects to external databases for variable data
- Single-phase 85–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 175 VA
- Wide range of water-, alcohol-, and solvent-based inks for porous and non-porous surfaces
- Reduction of maintenance and ink consumption by up to 50%
Z402 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | DOD (Drop-On-Demand) — solenoid valve |
| Max Print Speed | 180 m/min |
| Print Height | 5 mm – 60 mm (up to 190 mm with NZ heads) |
| Max Print Lines | 2 lines |
| Printhead Options | 1×16-dot, 2×7-dot (independent), NZT Tilt version |
| Print Throw Distance | Up to 35 mm |
| Display | 7″ colour touchscreen |
| Console Housing | AISI 304 stainless steel |
| Power Supply | 85–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 175 VA |
| Operating Humidity | 0–90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Interfaces | RS-232, Ethernet, USB |
| Software | Orkestra with remote management |
| Ink Compatibility | Water-based, alcohol-based, solvent-based |
| GS1 Barcodes | Supported |
Printable Substrates: Paper, cardboard, wood, plastic bags, panels, pipes, construction materials, rubber, aluminium, steel, glass, ceramic, laminates
FULL SPECIFICATION COMPARISON
| Specification | IQJET | JET3UP | JET3UP Pro | JET2Neo | JET Rapid | Z640 Plus | Z402 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Leibinger | Leibinger | Leibinger | Leibinger | Leibinger | Zanasi | Zanasi |
| Technology | CIJ | CIJ | CIJ | CIJ | CIJ (High-Speed) | HR Piezo | DOD |
| Max Speed | 413 m/min | 403 m/min | 403 m/min | 396 m/min | 800 m/min | 90 m/min | 180 m/min |
| Max Lines | 8 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 2 heads | 2 |
| Print Height | 1.3–13.1 mm | 1.5–12 mm | 1.5–12 mm | 1.2–11 mm | 1.0–24 mm | Up to 102 mm | 5–60 mm |
| Nozzle Size | 60/70 µm | 70/80 µm | 70/80 µm | 70 µm | 55 µm | Piezo nozzle plate | Solenoid (7/16-dot) |
| Resolution | Up to 48-dot | Up to 32-dot | Up to 32-dot | Up to 24×18 dot | Multiline | Up to 600 DPI | 7 or 16 dots |
| IP Rating | IP56 (IP66 opt.) | Standard | IP65 | Standard | Standard | IP54 | High IP |
| Housing | Stainless steel | — | Stainless steel | — | — | AISI 304 SS | AISI 304 SS |
| Display | 10.1″ touch | 10.4″ touch | 10.4″ touch | Colour touch | Colour touch | 12.1″ touch | 7″ touch |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 36W | 100–240 VAC | 100–240 VAC | ~30 W | — | — | 85–240 VAC, 175 VA |
| OPC UA | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Maintenance Interval | 5 years | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Minimal | Minimal |
| Nozzle Seal | Sealtronic | Sealtronic | Sealtronic | Sealtronic | Sealtronic | Self-cleaning | Remote clean |
TECHNOLOGY DEEP-DIVE
CIJ — Continuous Inkjet (Leibinger)
In CIJ printing, a piezo crystal creates a constant pressure wave that breaks a continuous ink stream into uniform droplets at a frequency of up to 100,000 drops per second. Each droplet receives an individual electrostatic charge. Charged drops are deflected by high-voltage plates onto the product surface; uncharged drops return to the reservoir for recirculation. The result: non-contact printing at very high line speeds, on virtually any material, including curved, wet, hot, or irregular surfaces.
What sets Leibinger apart: Every Leibinger CIJ printer uses Sealtronic — a fully automatic nozzle sealing system that moves the ink gutter up to form an airtight seal around the nozzle the moment printing stops. No solvent evaporation. No dried ink. No cleaning routine. Instant start every time. This is unique in the CIJ industry and the reason Leibinger printers have the lowest total cost of ownership in their class.
HR (High-Resolution Piezoelectric) — Zanasi Z640 Plus
HR printing uses an array of piezoelectric actuators behind a precision nozzle plate. When triggered, each actuator deforms to eject a precise drop of ink at up to 600 DPI — producing sharp, fully-formed characters, detailed logos, and GS1-compliant barcodes. Unlike CIJ, HR printing is a drop-on-demand process at the macro level — ink is only ejected when needed, eliminating recirculation and reducing ink consumption. The Z640 Plus e-JET’s stainless steel nozzle plate is engineered to last up to 10 years under normal production conditions.
DOD — Drop-On-Demand Large Character (Zanasi Z402)
DOD large character printing uses electromechanical solenoid valves to open and release individual ink drops from nozzle heads on demand. Because drops are physically released rather than deflected, DOD systems can produce much larger print heights (5–190 mm) than CIJ systems, making them ideal for marking cardboard cases, wooden panels, plastic pipe, and other secondary or industrial packaging formats. The Z402 supports both water-based inks (for porous substrates like paper, wood, cardboard) and solvent-based inks (for non-porous surfaces including PVC, steel, glass, and rubber).
APPLICATIONS BY INDUSTRY
| Industry | Recommended System | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverage | IQJET, JET3UP PRO, JET Rapid | Expiry dates, batch codes, barcodes on bottles, cans, packaging film |
| Pharmaceutical | IQJET, JET3UP PRO | Lot numbers, traceability codes, regulatory compliance marking |
| Oil & Gas / Petrochemical | JET3UP, Z402 | Pipe marking, component identification, chemical container coding |
| Construction / Building Materials | Z402, JET3UP | Lumber, panels, pipes, concrete blocks — large character identification marks |
| Cables & Wire | JET Rapid, JET2Neo, IQJET | High-speed continuous cable marking, metre counters, specifications |
| Automotive | JET3UP, IQJET | Component traceability, sub-assembly coding, 2D matrix codes |
| FMCG / Consumer Goods | JET2Neo, Z640 Plus | Case branding, date coding, secondary packaging customisation |
| Metals & Extrusion | Z402, JET3UP | Extrusion profile marking, metal surface coding, pallet identification |
| Ceramics & Cement | Z402 | Large character marking on tiles, blocks, bags |
| Logistics & Warehousing | Z640 Plus, Z402 | Case code printing, GS1 barcodes, brand-level secondary packaging |
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between CIJ, DOD, and HR inkjet printing?
CIJ (Continuous Inkjet) operates by continuously generating and deflecting ink drops — best for high-speed primary packaging coding at character heights under 13 mm. DOD (Drop-On-Demand) releases drops only on command, enabling large characters (up to 60–190 mm) on secondary packaging and industrial materials. HR (High-Resolution Piezoelectric) uses precision piezo actuators to produce high-DPI images, logos, and GS1-certified barcodes at up to 600 DPI — ideal for fully branded case coding.
Q: Why choose Leibinger over other CIJ brands?
Leibinger’s Sealtronic nozzle sealing technology is patented and unique in the market. No other CIJ manufacturer offers automatic airtight sealing of the nozzle, gutter, and full ink return circuit. This eliminates clogging, cleaning routines, and start-up delays — delivering measurably higher uptime and lower total cost of ownership. The IQJET extends this further with a 5-year maintenance-free guarantee, up to 50% lower solvent consumption, and OPC UA connectivity as standard.
Q: What print heights are possible with each technology?
CIJ covers 1.0 mm to 24 mm (depending on model). HR piezo on the Z640 Plus reaches up to 102 mm per head. DOD on the Z402 covers 5 mm to 60 mm standard, and up to 190 mm with extended NZ heads.
Q: Can these printers handle Arabic text?
Yes. All Leibinger CIJ models support Arabic, Cyrillic, Chinese, Persian, and other regional character sets as standard. The Zanasi Z402’s Orkestra software also offers multi-language keyboards and alphabets including Arabic.
Q: What inks are compatible with these printers?
Leibinger printers are compatible with a full range of CIJ inks including MEK-based, ethanol-based, acetone-based, and pigmented inks. Specific ink formulations are available for food-grade contact surfaces, UV-reactive coding, high-contrast marking, and frozen/wet surfaces. The Zanasi Z640 Plus uses high-contrast, solvent-free patented inks. The Z402 is compatible with water-based, alcohol-based, and solvent-based inks depending on substrate requirements. GSS supplies original branded inks directly for all supported models.
Q: What is the IP rating on these printers, and why does it matter in the GCC?
IP (Ingress Protection) rating indicates resistance to dust and water. In Saudi Arabia and the UAE, production environments often combine heat, humidity, and airborne particulates. The Leibinger IQJET carries IP56 as standard (IP66 optional), the JET3UP PRO carries IP65, and the Zanasi Z640 Plus is IP54. The Z402 is housed in a sealed stainless steel enclosure designed for environments with humidity, dust, and high temperatures. Higher IP ratings directly reduce maintenance incidents and extend printer operational life.
Q: How often do these printers need servicing?
The IQJET is designed for 5 years of operation without scheduled maintenance. JET3UP and JET2Neo models require standard periodic servicing under Leibinger’s recommended maintenance schedule. Zanasi systems require minimal maintenance: the Z640 Plus Graph e-JET head has a rated lifespan of up to 10 years, and the Z402 is designed to reduce maintenance and consumables by up to 50%. GSS provides on-site service and preventive maintenance contracts across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Q: Can these printers integrate with my ERP or production line control system?
Yes. Leibinger CIJ printers support Ethernet, USB, RS-232, and OPC UA interfaces. The IQJET additionally supports cloud connectivity via LAN or LTE. Zanasi systems support Ethernet LAN, RS-232, and USB for database access, remote job management, and production monitoring. All systems support variable data input from external databases, PLC triggers, and conveyor encoders for synchronised line-speed printing.
Q: Does GSS provide installation and after-sales support?
Yes. At Global Scales and Systems, we handle full installation, operator training, and ongoing technical support across Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Dubai. We carry original spare parts and inks for all models in our portfolio. Contact us to arrange a demo, site survey, or print sample test on your own material.
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