Spotlight on the X1Jet LX Ultra 1-inch printhead and new Integra Coreflex controller
AT Information Products (ATIP) is heading to PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025 with a clear message: high-resolution inkjet coding just got simpler, smarter, and more versatile.
The company plans to unveil two headline innovations designed for modern packaging lines—an expanded X1Jet LX Ultra coder featuring a true 1-inch (25.4 mm) printhead, and the all-new Integra Coreflex controller built for multi-device orchestration, rapid setup, and dependable uptime.
Why these launches matter
Manufacturers are juggling shorter runs, stricter traceability, and a wider mix of substrates—from kraft corrugate and film to coated cartons and returnable totes. ATIP’s new releases target exactly that reality:
- Bigger print area in a smaller footprint: A full inch of print height unlocks large, legible barcodes, tall date codes, and bold branding without resorting to labelers or complex CIJ arrays.
- Centralized, line-friendly control: A controller that’s flexible enough to run multiple printheads and accessories, but simple enough for operators to master in minutes.
- Supports the GS1 Sunrise Initiative: Enables the shift from linear to 2D codes powered by GS1, allowing consumers to interact with products at point-of-sale.
X1Jet LX Ultra (1-inch): print tall, print sharp, print fast
The X1Jet LX Ultra has long been a favorite for crisp text, logos, and barcodes on both porous materials. The new 1-inch printhead takes that performance up a notch.
What’s new and notable:
- True 1-inch print height for high-visibility codes and larger GS1-compliant symbols in a single pass.
- High native resolution for razor-sharp 1D/2D codes, micro text, and fine graphics—maintained even at elevated conveyor speeds.
- Versatile ink portfolio across porous applications including corrugate, paper and lumber. Plans for solvent ink to be commercialized in 2026.
- Side-mount friendly: purposefully engineered for horizontal printing as cartons or trays move by—ideal for conveyor side-prints on corrugated shippers and retail-ready packaging.
- Compact, all-in-one design with integrated electronics to simplify mounting on conveyors, case packers, cartoners, sealers, and feeders.
- Smart maintenance: fast cartridge swaps, on-screen prompts, and automated routines that keep print quality stable.
Real packaging wins
- Shelf-ready barcodes at conveyor speed: Produce tall, high-contrast codes that retail scanners read the first time.
- Bigger branding without labels: Add bold lot/date strings or simple logos directly on secondary packaging.
- Rapid changeovers: Swap a recipe, switch a print height, or select a different barcode in seconds.
Integra Coreflex: one controller, many possibilities
Debuting alongside the new 1-inch head is Integra Coreflex, ATIP’s next-generation controller that “just works” on today’s connected line.
Highlights
- Multi-device control: Drive multiple up to 4 HP printheads from a single interface—perfect for dual-side or multi-panel coding.
- Modern UI designed for operators: A clean, touchscreen-first experience with quick-edit fields, previews, and guided setup.
- Flexible integration: Ethernet connectivity and standard digital I/O make it straightforward to handshake with upstream PLCs, checkweighers, cameras, and vision systems.
- Powerful variable data: Date/lot rules, time stamps, counters, shift codes, and serialization—plus templates to standardize formats across SKUs.
- Centralized job management: Load, lock, and audit jobs; push recipes line-wide; and keep changeovers consistent across shifts.
Operator-centric details you’ll notice on the floor
- 3-tap job load: choose SKU, confirm preview, print—no deep menus needed.
- Live status tiles: ink level, printhead temps, and encoder signals at a glance.
- Role-based permissions: protect validated formats while letting leads adjust what they need.
Built for the machines you already run
ATIP’s new hardware pairs naturally with common equipment on the PACK EXPO floor:
- Case sealers & erectors: side-panel GTINs and human-readable codes on corrugate.
- Cartoners & sleeves: compact mounting kits for clean integration and easy access.
- Form-fill-seal & flow wrappers: tight spaces, fast indexing—without sacrificing code quality.
- Friction feeders & print-and-apply alternatives: direct-to-carton or card printing for cost and waste reduction versus labels.
Quality you can measure
Both the X1Jet LX Ultra (1-inch) and Integra Coreflex were engineered around code integrity and verification:
- Consistent contrast on diverse substrates, supporting high read rates for retail and distribution.
- Barcode accuracy for 1D and 2D symbologies used in CPG, food, beverage, pharma, and e-commerce.
- Repeatable positioning with encoder and product detect inputs for clean prints at speed.
Sustainability and total cost of ownership
Inkjet coding can significantly reduce label stock, liner waste, and associated handling. With fast changeovers, minimal consumables, and smart maintenance routines, the new X1Jet LX Ultra and Integra Coreflex help lower cost per mark while trimming material waste—a win for budgets and sustainability targets.
Who should stop by
- Operations & plant managers chasing uptime and lower per-print costs
- Packaging & process engineers planning new lines or retrofits
- Quality & regulatory teams focused on barcode grade and auditability
- Brand & supply chain leaders looking to streamline SKUs and reduce label waste
The bottom line
With the X1Jet LX Ultra 1-inch printhead and the Integra Coreflex controller, AT Information Products is packing more capability into less footprint—and making it simpler for operators to achieve great codes at speed. If bold, readable, and reliable marks are on your 2025 roadmap, these launches deserve a spot on your PACK EXPO agenda. See ATIP’s booth in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center at booth W-3944. If you cannot attend Pack Expo Las Vegas, please contact ATIP at (201) 529-0202 or send message to [email protected]
