TSC Printronix reveals linerless industrial printer

In response to the growing demand for linerless labeling, TSC Printronix Auto ID has launched its first linerless industrial printer to complement its range of mobile and desktop linerless printers. The MB240 can print up to 10,000 labels a day with a tear-off kit or robust cutter. It is ideally suited to fast-paced sectors such as e-commerce, logistics and food and drink.

The MB240 is compact and its all-metal construction will deliver trouble-free printing in the toughest and most demanding of environments. It can print up to 12 ips, has a heavy-duty cycle and can handle 8-inch outer diameter (OD) label rolls. It has been tested for compatibility with the majority of linerless labels with permanent, removable or freezer-grade adhesives. Its special anti-adhesive linerless kit reduces residue from label adhesive and prevents paper jams. Worker safety has also been considered in its design with a cutter lock sensor and upper blade protector.

The global linerless label market is developing fast and is expected to reach 3.09 million USD by 2032. The growth is driven in part by the need for more sustainable packaging as well as a requirement for more information to be included on labels.

'The MB240 linerless delivers on all fronts,' says Bob Vines, UK, Ireland and Nordics country manager for TSC Printronix Auto ID. 'Linerless labeling can reduce raw material consumption by 15 percent, can add 40 percent more paper length per roll and halve operational costs in transport, warehousing and material handling. It can also lower carbon emissions and reduce waste by 50 percent.'

Being able to print labels of any length from just one roll means that not only can comprehensive information be included but productivity can also be increased as operators don't have to keep switching between rolls of different sized self-adhesive labels. Another much-heralded advantage of linerless labeling is employee safety as the slip hazards of conventional liner backings are eliminated.

'The MB240 linerless series simultaneously improves both your productivity and sustainability so if you're new to linerless labeling, or need to replace a device, it could be just the asset you're looking for,' suggests Vines.

TSC Printronix Auto ID is a provider of thermal label printing products.