Laser marking in the hot end
The ID Mark+ is the latest generation of the Bucher Emhart Glass laser marking system, designed to print a unique code on containers at the hot end. Printing at the hot end is the only way to achieve permanent marking while preserving the integrity of the glass. It also enables full global traceability, data-driven analysis and closed loop control between the cold end and the hot end, allowing precise and rapid identification of defective containers.
Building on the proven success of the original ID Mark, which has a track record of more than 125 installations worldwide, this new generation features increased printing power and smart solutions that simplify operation, reduce maintenance requirements and extend system lifetime.
Together with the Control Center, production data such as forming machine settings and sensor data can be linked to individual containers, providing the foundation for deeper process understanding and enhanced process control.
Additional benefits can be realized throughout the glass production value chain, including improved brand protection against counterfeit and more effective management of returnable bottles.
ID Mark+ New Design
- Reduced maintenance effort
- Lower OPEX
- Wider focus range
- Improved performance stability
- Extended system lifetime
Laser Technology
- Permanent and precise marking
- Preserves the integrity of the glass
Alphanumeric Marking
- Production timestamp of containers enables easy identification if failures occur
- Can replace cold end marking and is readable by the human eye
- Traceability throughout the entire lifetime of the container
- Protection against counterfeiting
Data Matrix Marking
- Production timestamp of containers enables easy identification if failures occur
- Can replace cold end marking and is readable using a mobile phone application
- Traceability throughout the entire lifetime of the container
- Protection against counterfeiting
- Machine-readable codes offer additionally benefits:
- Enable closed loops between the cold end and hot end
- Production information for each individual container can be linked to the code through a database
- Enable data driven joint failure analysis between the filler and the container manufacturer