Thermal transfer and flexible packaging solutions

Domino has led the way by taking the most innovative steps within Thermal Transfer technology over recent years, offering extremely flexible packaging solutions. This has resulted in a range of thermal printers (Domino V-Series) and ribbons that set themselves apart from others in terms of reliability, performance and features that contribute to the simplicity and efficiency of our customers' processes.

How it Works

The printhead typically comprises 300 individually controlled, miniature heating elements per inch across its width. A printed image can be created by rapidly turning these elements on (hot) and off (cold) as the printhead moves over the ribbon. Software is used to convert the printed design into signals to control the printhead.

Thermal transfer printers can operate in 2 modes depending upon how the printhead is moved relative to the ribbon and substrate. These are intermittent and continuous modes.

Intermittent Mode

In this printing mode the substrate is moved intermittently. The printhead is moved over the substrate by the printer whilst the substrate is stationary (ribbons not shown in illustration). The Domino V100 , V300+ and V400  thermal transfer printers have been especially designed for intermittent applications.

Continuous Mode

In the continuous mode the substrate is moved continuously. The printhead is stationary and prints whilst the substrate is moving (ribbons not shown in illustration). The Domino V200 and V300+ both are ideal for continuous applications.

Key Benefits on thermal transfer:

There are many reasons to use thermal transfer printing, which include:

• High speed printing for flexible packaging
• Clean technology that can be used in all production environments
• Extremely high print quality (300dpi) allowing high definition bar codes and graphics
• Large print area allows pack printing as well as coding in the same operation
• Reliable and simple to use
• Large ribbon range offers a wide selection of print properties including resistance to scratch, heat and solvents
• Monochrome printing in a wide range of colours
• Ribbon control technology maximises uptime

For detailed product information and more about flexible packaging printing, please visit the V-Series product section.