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Datalase, the manufacturer of equipment for packaging coding and labelling, launched a new laser coder using fibre optic technology at Interpack today (28 April).

The fibre optic laser technology enables users to indelibly mark products for applications such as track and trace and barcoding.

The fibre optic laser is faster than previous CO2 DataLase lasers, has a smaller machine footprint and removes the need for CO2 gas.

The lasers can print directly onto board or labels.

For label printing, the laser activates ink on the reverse of a laminate, causing it to change from white to black. The ink cannot be washed off or tampered with because it is protected behind the laminate, making it suitable for sensitive applications such as pharmaceuticals.

As the laser does not press on the substrate being printed, it is also aimed at the printing of delicate substrates such as thin foil for yoghurt lids.