Domino has partnered with Erdinger in Germany to implement its new Dx1060i 100W CO2 Laser coder. The collaboration marks a further step in Domino’s development of high-speed laser coding solutions for complex, high-speed beverage manufacturing.
Founded in 1886, Erdinger, the world’s largest wheat beer brewery, processes up to 165,000 bottles per hour at its site in Erding, Bavaria. The company has relied on Domino’s laser marking technology for more than three decades to apply production and traceability information to its distinctive beer labels. As line speeds and export requirements have increased, Erdinger worked closely with Domino to identify an advanced solution capable of handling more complex codes while maintaining high-quality standards.
Each of the brewery’s filling lines runs at speeds of up to 60,000 bottles per hour, applying laser printed codes to metallised labels, controlled by an automated centralized ERP system. This demanding application requires high energy levels and precise beam control. The move from two-line to three-line codes to meet export requirements added further complexity, prompting the switch from a 60-watt D-Series laser coder to Domino’s new 100-watt Dx1060i.
“Domino managed the entire integration with our ERP system seamlessly. Replacing the printer on the production line was truly plug-and-play,” said Erdinger’s maintenance specialist. “We were particularly impressed by the proactive support, and its remote diagnostics team was able to resolve any issues before they even became a problem. Domino has always offered premium support, and that is one of the key reasons we rely on its laser systems.”
“In an environment where 165,000 bottles are filled every hour, it is extremely important to keep downtime and waste to a minimum to avoid hitting the bottom line. This printer not only enables sharper coding, but also brings wastage to near zero, supporting this aim and helping to meet sustainability targets at the same time.”
The Dx1060i CO2 laser coder has delivered consistently sharp, durable codes and integrated smoothly into Erdinger’s highly automated filling line and central ERP system, all without the need for third-party involvement. The result is greater flexibility, improved line efficiency, and a clear path towards future coding and compliance requirements, the company said.
“Working with Erdinger to integrate the Dx1060i in such a demanding production environment demonstrates the system’s capability and reliability at scale,” said Frauke Schroeder, senior product manager – laser, Domino. “It’s rewarding to see our latest technology supporting one of the world’s most respected breweries in delivering consistent quality and efficiency, and we are proud to continue to meet the needs of a valued long-term partner.”
Erdinger is exploring opportunities to extend the deployment of the Dx1060i across additional production lines and continue its collaboration with Domino on future projects.
The Dx1060i is part of Domino’s i-Techx generation of high-resolution laser coding systems, designed to meet the evolving requirements of global manufacturers, combining enhanced power, precision, and integration flexibility with long-term reliability and sustainability benefits. Powered by Domino’s advanced i-Techx electronics and user interface, it represents the next evolution in intelligent, high-efficiency laser coding.
