Xaar has launched the latest version of its Versatex printbar, bringing high-definition black 1D and 2D variable data printing to existing analogue label presses and finishing lines.
The Versatex Black is designed for traceability-driven markets, giving label converters the reliability, clarity, and high-speed needed to add production-ready codes and variable data to existing analogue presses without disrupting established workflows.
Xaar Versatex Printbar
The Versatex Black Printbar delivers precise 1D and 2D barcode and human-readable code printing, supporting applications such as serialisation, personalisation, authentication codes, and supply chain tracking. Alongside the forthcoming coding changes driven by GS1 Sunrise 2027, there is also increasing importance of traceability across industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, and the ability to apply consistent, scannable codes at production speed is becoming essential. GS1 Sunrise 2027 is a global initiative led by GS1 to transition retail and supply chain systems from traditional 1D barcodes (like UPC/EAN) to universally scannable 2D barcodes, such as QR codes and DataMatrix, by the end of 2027
By enabling real-time, on-the-fly data printing, Versatex ensures that every label or package can carry unique, supply chain-ready information, supporting stronger compliance and enhanced brand protection. Xaar’s advanced inkjet technologies play a key role in delivering this performance. Combining High Laydown capability with TF Technology, Versatex Black ensures stable and consistent jetting of black inks, even at high speeds. This results in clear, high-contrast codes that remain robust across a range of substrates and production conditions, supporting reliable scanning and long-term durability.
In parallel with the product launch, Xaar has become a GS1 UK Approved Partner, reinforcing its ability to support converters and brands as they prepare for the transition to GS1 Sunrise 2027. This recognition confirms that the Versatex Black can deliver high-quality, GS1-compliant barcodes at production speeds, giving customers confidence that their coding solutions are aligned with future regulatory requirements.
