If you are in the market for a new coder, whether it is a Domino Amjet coder®, a Videojet® coder or another brand, it is crucial that you consider several factors prior to making your purchase, including the following:

1. Consider Your Needs

There are literally hundreds of different makes and models of coding machines. Manufacturers such as Domino Amjet®, Videojet®, Maxima®, Proxima®, Leibinger®, ALE® and others all produce high quality coding equipment, so it can be tough to decide which brand to purchase not to mention which model you need within that brand.

We recommend making a list of what you need before shopping for a code. For instance, do you need a small character coder or a large character coder? How many lines of type do you need to print? Do you need multiple language capability? Do you need alpha-numeric codes? Do you need date and time coding capabilities? These are just a few of the questions that will need to be answered before you make your final selection.

Obviously, you also must think about materials. Do you print on a curved surface or flat surfaces? Are you packaging materials porous? Do you need a coder that can work with materials such as metal, glass or PVC? Making a list of your specifications can help you narrow down which machines will be the best fit for your company.

2. Shop Around For The Best Deal

Of course, you can always purchase a new Videojet®, Maxima® or Domino Amjet® coder directly from the manufacturer, but this definitely comes with a high price tag. We recommend that you shop around for a refurbished coder rather than purchasing a new model. We sell a wide variety of refurbished coders here at PrintJet, which can save you hundreds if not thousands of dollars.

Our refurbished coders are presented to customers in “like new” condition and each coder undergoes our painstaking six-step refurbishment process. This includes disassembling the coder and fully refurbishing all of the hydraulics, pneumatics, umbilicals and the printhead. We evaluate and change the electronic parts of each coder, calibrate the coder and test the coder for a full 24 hours before sending it off to the customer.

If you do want a new coder, we have several affordable options from manufacturers such as Maxima®, Leibinger®, CodeJet®, ALE®, Proxima®, Altima® and HandJet®. Whether you are searching for a CIJ coder, a drop-on-demand coder or a high resolution printer, we have what you need, either new or refurbished.

3. Find An Affordable Replacement Ink

While a coder is not a purchase that one makes every day, you will be buying quite a bit of ink and fluids throughout the year. Finding the best deals on inks and make-up can add up to a huge savings for your company. Manufacturers, such as Domino Amjet® or Videojet® charge high prices for their inks and fluids, but you don’t have to purchase OEM inks. At PrintJet, we create generic versions of inks for virtually any make or model of coder as well as inks that suit your printing needs. These inks are far less expensive than OEM inks, but offer the same high quality you would expect from the manufacturer.

We offer replacement inks and fluids for Domino Amjet® coders, Marsh® coders, Videojet® coders, Citronix® coders, Linx® coders, Imaje® coders, Maxima® coders and many other brands. We also have inks suitable for food & beverage companies, pharmaceutical & medical companies, retail companies, electronics companies, automotive companies and more. No matter what type of ink you might need, we are sure to have it on hand. We also can create custom inks for special applications such as UV curable and UV readable inks, non-transfer inks for wire and cable printing, alcohol-resistant inks and so on.

At PrintJet, we are always happy to help customers decide which coder is the best fit for their needs. If you are experiencing problems with your Domino Amjet® printer, we also can help you with refurbishment and repair services. In addition, we also sell replacement parts for virtually every make and model of coding equipment and at prices far less than you will find from the manufacturer. If you need coder ink, parts, repairs or some helpful advice, don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.