Matthews Marking Systems Launches CT1000: A Plug-and-Play Thermal Inkjet Printer Designed for Simplicity, Speed, and Industrial Performance

Matthews Marking Systems, a global leader in industrial marking and coding solutions, today announced the launch of the CT1000, a compact and low-cost thermal inkjet (TIJ) printer that brings high-quality, high-speed printing to industrial operations with zero hassle.

Designed for ease of use and seamless integration into existing production environments, the CT1000 delivers reliable, crisp marks on a wide variety of substrates—from porous cartons to semi-porous and non-porous packaging. Whether you’re marking primary or secondary packaging, the CT1000 is engineered to meet the needs of manufacturers seeking a no-fuss, low-maintenance solution for product identification.

“The CT1000 is a game-changer for operations looking to get started with industrial inkjet printing or add flexible printing capacity with minimal downtime,” said Vanessa Lilie, Senior Product Manager at Matthews Marking Systems. “We built the CT1000 to be everything manufacturers need to ramp up quickly—and nothing they don’t.”

Key Features and Benefits:

• Simple Plug-and-Play Setup: Start printing in under 30 minutes using the all-in-one kit, which includes mounting brackets, power supply, and accessories.
• Easy Operation: Intuitive 5″ LCD touchscreen and WYSIWYG editor make message creation and layout customization quick and user-friendly.
• High-Speed, High-Resolution Marking: Achieve crisp text, logos, barcodes, and more—at speeds up to 249 ft/min (76 m/min) and up to 600 DPI resolution.
• Remote Monitoring and Control: Access the CT1000 via any web browser to create or monitor jobs from anywhere—no software installation
• Versatile Ink Compatibility: Supports water- and solvent-based inks for a wide range of substrates and surfaces.

Capable of printing dynamic barcodes, dates, counters, and logos with precision, the CT1000 excels in applications including food and beverage packaging, cartons, and more. The printer supports multiple languages and is optimized for easy integration into existing production environments.

“By reducing complexity and eliminating unnecessary maintenance, the CT1000 lowers total cost of ownership while maximizing uptime,” added Lilie. “It’s an ideal starter system or secondary printer for operations that value efficiency without compromising quality.”

The CT1000 is available globally beginning June 16, 2025.

About Matthews Marking Systems

Matthews Marking Systems, a Matthews International company, is a global supplier of industrial marking and coding solutions. With decades of innovation and industry expertise, Matthews helps manufacturers print high-resolution marks on products, packaging, and pallets across a wide range of industries. From thermal inkjet and laser systems to drop-on-demand valvejet technologies, Matthews’ solutions are designed to increase efficiency, ensure compliance, and boost production uptime.

For more information, visit: www.matthewsmarking.com