AM Labels has expanded its product portfolio with the addition of the M2 thermal inkjet printer.
The high resolution coding system is described as easy to operate and set up, and integrates directly into production lines to deliver ‘accurate variable data at speed’.
AM Labels said that whether printing best before expiry dates, date codes, QR codes, or barcodes, the M2 thermal inkjet printer applies them at speeds of up to 100 metres per minute.
Utilising HP print cartridges, the M2 can operate with either one or two printheads, adding the benefit of printing labels from 12.7 mm in height up to 25.4 mm. The resolution can be set to any value from 400 to 1200 dpi, subject to the line speed.
Users can select between dye, solvent, or pigment inks. Each ink cartridge includes its own built-in printhead. With two printheads available, the M2 can also apply data from different angles, or at multiple stages of the production flow.
The unit is programmed via a 6.5-inch touchscreen display controller and supported by USB data transfer. AM Labels added that the system is ’ideal’ for mounting onto a production line where batch printing or large image marking is required. The M2 can automatically monitor ink consumption, giving manufacturers insight into usage levels.
Sales and marketing manager Brendon Bass said, “With its combination of reliability, low maintenance, and the ability to print high-quality variable data on demand, the M2 thermal inkjet printer helps manufacturers stay agile and efficient in fast-paced production environments. By reducing downtime, simplifying maintenance, and providing precise control over ink usage, it delivers both operational flexibility and cost-effective performance, while reducing material waste too.
“It is an ideal solution for companies looking to keep production moving while meeting the demands of modern packaging and labelling requirements.”
