Consumer Packaged Goods

In the consumer packaged goods industry, accurate product identification, consistent labeling, and efficient production are essential to maintaining product quality and meeting customer expectations. From food and beverage products to household goods, personal care products, and other packaged consumer items, manufacturers need reliable systems to identify products, capture production data, and maintain visibility throughout the supply chain.

IBC provides integrated labeling, barcode, RFID, automation, and traceability solutions designed to help consumer packaged goods manufacturers improve production efficiency, inventory accuracy, and product tracking.

From custom product labels and barcode verification to automated print-and-apply systems and production-line scanning, IBC brings together the equipment, consumables, software, integration, and support needed to build a solution around your operation.

As a full-service solutions partner, IBC helps businesses connect product identification with production, packaging, warehousing, and distribution.

Solutions for Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturers

Custom Product Labels & Packaging Identification

Product labels play an important role in brand presentation, product identification, and supply chain operations. IBC provides custom label and tag printing solutions for consumer packaged goods, from retail-ready product labels to barcode labels used throughout manufacturing and distribution.

Our labeling solutions can support:

Full-colour product and brand labels.
Barcode and QR code labels.
Item, clamshell, case, and pallet labels.
Variable information, including batch codes and product identifiers.
Custom label materials, sizes, and finishes.
Labels for manual or automated application.

IBC can also help you evaluate different printing methods based on order volume, artwork, material requirements, and cost per label.

Automated Labeling & Print-and-Apply Systems

Manual labeling can create bottlenecks when production volumes increase or multiple product formats move through a packaging line. Automated labeling systems help apply labels consistently while reducing repetitive manual handling.

IBC can supply and integrate labeling equipment for applications such as:

Applying labels to individual products and containers.
Labeling cases and cartons.
Applying identification labels to finished pallets.
Printing and applying variable-data labels.
Integrating labeling with conveyors and packaging equipment.

For production environments, print-and-apply systems can generate labels containing current product information and apply them directly to products, cases, or pallets.

The right configuration depends on product dimensions, line speed, label placement, and the information required on each label.

Barcode Verification & Retail Compliance

A barcode that scans successfully is not necessarily a barcode that meets the quality requirements of a retailer or supply chain partner. Poor print quality, insufficient contrast, incorrect sizing, and other issues can lead to scanning problems, rejected shipments, and avoidable costs.

IBC provides barcode verification solutions to help manufacturers assess barcode quality and identify printing issues before products leave the facility.

Solutions can help businesses:

Verify barcode quality against applicable standards.
Identify print defects before shipment.
Improve barcode readability across the supply chain.
Reduce the risk of retailer chargebacks and rejected products.
Support consistent product identification across different packaging formats.

Verification requirements depend on the barcode type, application, and customer specifications. IBC can help identify the appropriate verification approach for your products.

Production-Line Scanning & Machine Vision

Automated scanning helps manufacturers capture product information as items move through production and packaging. Instead of relying entirely on operators to scan products manually, fixed-mount scanners can read barcodes at designated points along a line.

Depending on the application, IBC can help implement:

Fixed-mount barcode scanning.
Machine vision and code reading.
Product identification at conveyor checkpoints.
Verification of product codes and labels.
Data capture for work-in-progress and finished goods.
Integration with production and inventory systems.

These technologies can help reduce manual data entry, improve tracking accuracy, and provide more reliable information about product movement.

RFID & Product Traceability

RFID provides another method for identifying and tracking products, cases, assets, or reusable containers. Unlike conventional barcode scanning, RFID can identify compatible tags without requiring a direct line of sight.

Depending on the product and environment, RFID may support:

Tracking tagged products and reusable assets.
Monitoring inventory movement at designated reading points.
Improving visibility in storage and handling areas.
Automating selected receiving and shipping processes.
Connecting product identification with digital records.

RFID is not the best choice for every consumer product. Its suitability depends on packaging materials, product contents, tag placement, read range, and the surrounding environment. IBC can help determine whether barcode technology, RFID, or a combination of both is appropriate.

Inkjet Coding & Product Marking

Many consumer packaged goods require information to be marked directly onto packaging during production. Industrial inkjet coding systems can print information such as lot codes, dates, batch identifiers, and other variable product data onto compatible surfaces.

IBC provides coding and marking solutions for applications involving:

Bottles and containers.
Cartons and cases.
Flexible packaging.
Production and batch identification.
Variable text and product codes.
Selected barcode and tracking applications.

The appropriate technology depends on the packaging substrate, line speed, print requirements, and environmental conditions.

Mobile Computing & Inventory Management

Rugged handheld computers and barcode scanners help production and warehouse personnel capture information where work takes place.

Applications include:

Receiving raw materials and packaging supplies.
Recording work-in-progress movements.
Performing inventory counts.
Locating finished goods.
Verifying orders before shipment.
Updating connected inventory and warehouse systems.

Mobile data collection can help reduce paperwork, improve transaction accuracy, and provide more timely inventory information.

Software Integration & Traceability

Labels and scanners become more valuable when the information they capture is connected to the systems that manage production and inventory.

IBC can help integrate identification equipment with existing business applications, databases, and production workflows. Depending on your requirements, an integrated solution can support:

Product and batch identification.
Work-in-progress tracking.
Finished-goods inventory.
Production and packaging records.
Label generation using current product data.
Warehouse transactions and shipping verification.
Traceability reporting and retrieval of product records.

IBC can work with existing systems where appropriate, helping businesses improve data capture without unnecessarily replacing technology that already works.

Explore IBC’s Consumer Packaged Goods Traceability Solutions.

From Production to Shipping: Connect Your Workflow

Consumer packaged goods manufacturers often use multiple systems to manage labeling, production, inventory, and distribution. When those systems are disconnected, information can be duplicated, product movements may be recorded manually, and errors can become more difficult to identify.

IBC helps connect these processes through integrated identification and automation technologies.

A solution may include:

Incoming Materials: Identify and track selected raw materials and packaging supplies.
Production: Capture product and work-in-progress information at relevant production stages.
Packaging: Print or apply product labels and capture variable data.
Quality Control: Verify barcodes and product identification where required.
Finished Goods: Identify cases, cartons, and pallets for inventory management.
Warehousing & Shipping: Scan products and loads to support order verification and distribution.

The technologies and integration points can be tailored to your production process, from a single labeling station to a more comprehensive traceability system.

Why Choose IBC for Consumer Packaged Goods Solutions?

One Solutions Partner

IBC brings together hardware, software, consumables, automation, integration, and support to help businesses implement a coordinated solution.

Solutions for Businesses of All Sizes

From growing manufacturers to large enterprises, IBC can help develop solutions that match your current requirements and provide room for future growth.

Experience Across Industries

IBC applies experience from consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, manufacturing, wood products, and other industries to address practical identification and automation challenges.

Application-Focused Recommendations

We consider your production environment, packaging materials, labeling requirements, data needs, and operating processes when evaluating suitable technologies.

Support Beyond Equipment Supply

IBC can assist with equipment selection, implementation, integration, troubleshooting, and ongoing support as your requirements evolve.

Build a Smarter Consumer Packaged Goods Operation

Whether you’re looking to improve product labeling, automate case and pallet identification, implement RFID, reduce manual data entry, or build a complete product traceability system, IBC can help.

Contact IBC to discuss your Consumer Packaged Goods labeling, traceability, printing, scanning, and automation requirements.