How to Reduce Coding Consumable Costs by 30%

For most factories, coding consumables, TTO ribbons, CIJ inks and TIJ cartridges, are a quiet but steady expense. With a few operational changes, many lines cut that spend by 20 to 40 percent with no loss in code quality.

1. Right-size the ribbon. Match ribbon width to your printed area instead of always using the widest roll. A 24mm code on a 33mm ribbon wastes 27 percent of every metre.
2. Enable smart ribbon saving. Modern TTO printers detect blank gaps and skip them, typically saving 30 to 50 percent of ribbon on intermittent printing.
3. Choose the right ink formula. Using expensive resin ribbon on a job that only needs wax is overspend. Match formula to substrate.
4. Prevent waste from downtime. Clogged CIJ nozzles and dried TIJ cartridges from long stops are pure loss, so schedule preventive maintenance.
5. Buy direct from the manufacturer. Cutting the distributor layer on ribbons and solvents often saves 15 to 25 percent.

A quick audit of your current consumable use usually reveals the biggest saving in minutes. Contact DEMAC for a free consumable assessment.