Codes, lot numbers, expiration dates and other variable information can't be erased and are said to be smearproof.
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Suitable for pharmaceutical coding, Model 1020 D steel-type deboss carton printer from Kiwi Coders (Northbrook, IL) debosses text on cartons or cards ranging in size up to 17"W and 20"L at variable speeds to 80 cartons/min.
Codes, lot numbers, expiration dates and other variable information can't be erased and are said to be smearproof.