Building and construction

Durable, readable codes on pipes, cables, roofing sheets, boards and other building products, from equipment built for dust and rough conditions.

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Marks that have to last long after they leave the plant

Building products are made in hot, dusty, heavy-duty plants, then stored outdoors, cut, stacked and handled on site. Their size, grade, standard and batch marks have to survive all of that and still be readable months or years later by inspectors, contractors and installers.

Kenyan makers of pipes, cables, roofing sheets, timber, boards and paints supply hardware shops, contractors and large projects. Every product needs to be identifiable, and a clear, durable mark is how it stays that way from the factory gate to the finished building.

What we mark

Pipes, conduit and fittings
Electrical cable and wire
Roofing sheets and metal profiles
Timber, plywood and boards
Paint, sealant and adhesive containers
Tiles and sanitaryware

Advantages for building product makers

Features that matter most when the production line is dusty, busy and sometimes seasonal.

Dust-ready build

IP65 models combine a stainless cabinet with a sealed electronics enclosure, made for dusty, rough plants.

Inks for site conditions

Inks chosen for metal, rigid plastic and wood, so marks survive sun, rain and abrasion after production.

Less upkeep

A sealing nozzle protects the print head and ink from contamination, so there is less cleaning and less downtime.

Ready after quiet spells

Standby upkeep means the printer can start straight away after seasonal slowdowns or plant shutdowns.

Tight-space print head

A slim, ergonomic head fits into cramped spots on extrusion and finishing lines.

Marks that last

Size, grade, standard and batch details stay readable through storage, cutting and handling on site.

Where we code in this industry

Explore how coding and marking fits the products building and construction makers produce.

Coding on Pipe

Size, class and batch marks on PVC, HDPE and PPR pipe.

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Coding on Cable and Wire

Size, voltage and length marks on cable and wire at extrusion speed.

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Coding on Metal

Dates, batch codes and part numbers on cans, sheets, steel and aluminium.

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Coding on Wood

Grade, size and batch marks on timber, plywood, pallets and furniture parts.

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Coding on Rigid Containers

Dates and batch codes on tubs, cups, tins, jars and buckets.

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Coding on Ceramic

Batch, size and shade codes on tiles, sanitaryware and tableware.

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What goes on each product

A starting point. The exact marks depend on the standard, tender or customer specification you work to.

Product	Typical marks	Suggested technology
Pipes and conduit	Size, pressure class, material, standard, batch and time, length marks	Continuous inkjet or laser marking
Electrical cable	Core size, voltage rating, standard, length marks, batch	Continuous inkjet or laser marking
Roofing sheets and metal profiles	Gauge, grade, dimensions, batch and date	Continuous inkjet or laser marking
Timber, plywood and boards	Grade, size, batch, treatment markings	Drop on demand or continuous inkjet
Paint and sealant tins	Batch, date, product code, barcode	Continuous inkjet
Tiles	Batch, shade and size	Continuous inkjet or laser marking

We confirm the right technology and ink for your product and surface before you buy.

Built for Kenyan production lines

Building product plants in Kenya run in heat and dust, ship to sites across the country, and often store stock outdoors. These are the things we plan for.

IP65 and IP54 printers for dusty extrusion halls and finishing yards.
Marks laid out to carry the information your standard or tender requires.
Inks chosen for outdoor storage, sun, rain and abrasion.
Standby upkeep for seasonal slowdowns and plant shutdowns.
Local inks, spares and fault response, with maintenance plans.
Operator training for every shift, so message changes between sizes and classes are quick.

Common questions

What can be coded on building products?

Size, grade, pressure class, standard references, batch and date codes, length marks and logos, depending on the product and the standard it is made to.

Will the marks survive outdoor storage?

With an ink chosen for the surface and the conditions, marks resist sun, rain, rubbing and handling. We confirm the ink against your product and storage conditions before recommending a system.

Can one printer handle several products?

Yes. Store a message for each product, size and class, and select the right one at changeover.

Does the printer cope with dusty plants?

Models with IP65 or IP54 protection and clean-air protection are designed for dusty and humid environments. We assess your plant before recommending one.