The Evolution of the Printing Industry

In today’s dynamic industrial landscape, the printing industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Printed materials remain vital across sectors, playing a key role in daily life, business, healthcare, and logistics. However, traditional printing equipment has become increasingly inadequate in meeting modern demands for speed, flexibility, and operational efficiency.

To keep pace with digital transformation, many printing enterprises are transitioning toward smart, automated, and energy-efficient production. Particularly in label printing, orders are becoming shorter in cycle, smaller in volume, and higher in customization. The bulky and power-hungry conventional presses no longer serve the modern production model. Instead, mid-sized digital label printing machines that support automation and quick turnaround are emerging as the preferred solution.

One of our German customers—an industry leader serving pharmaceutical, cosmetic, chemical, food, and beverage sectors—is at the forefront of this evolution. In addition to its compact desktop label printers, the company offers a professional-grade industrial label printer series, combined with software and automation technology, enabling its customers to embrace Industry 4.0 with scalable, economical, and smart printing solutions.

Industry: Digital Label Printing

Application: HMI for Label Printer Control

Solution: InnoAioT PPC-J024WAC Industrial Panel PC

Enabling Digital Transformation in Label Printing

Modern printing demands not only precision and customization but also real-time control and seamless integration with digital ecosystems. InnoAioT’s PPC-J024WAC industrial panel PC provides the ideal interface for smart label printers—empowering businesses with a robust, large-format, and high-performance HMI solution. This ultra-durable panel computer is designed to support high-speed digital print operations while minimizing power consumption, ensuring maximum uptime, and providing the reliable computing foundation necessary for automated print processes.

Engineered for high-visibility control and long-term operation, PPC-J024WAC features a 24-inch Full HD multi-touch display that offers an intuitive user experience for previewing print jobs, zooming images, and adjusting configurations. Combined with wide I/O flexibility, robust connectivity, and industrial-grade protection, this panel PC meets the evolving needs of smart label printing systems—enabling factory-floor integration with laminators, cutters, color calibration systems, and optical alignment sensors.

Designed for Industrial Printing Environments

Large-Screen Display and Enhanced Touch Control:

Equipped with a 24-inch Full HD screen and projected capacitive multi-touch technology, PPC-J024WAC allows operators to efficiently manage printing workflows, preview designs, and adjust settings with ease. The large screen enhances visibility for complex label layouts and multi-stage print processes.

Flexible I/O and Seamless Connectivity:

Label printers today are more than just printers—they are multifunctional systems capable of lamination, cutting, and inline quality inspection. PPC-J024WAC is equipped with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, support for Wi-Fi, 3G/4G modules, and RS232/RS485 serial interfaces, ensuring it can reliably connect to high-speed 1600 DPI digital printers, optical sensors, and remote maintenance tools.

Industrial-Grade Durability and Stability:

Built for 24/7 non-stop operation, this fanless panel PC is made with an aluminum alloy front bezel, IP66-rated for protection against water and dust. With its energy-efficient Intel® Celeron® processor and optimized thermal management, the system guarantees low power usage while maintaining stable performance in demanding production environments.

Reliable HMI for Long-Term Operation

Fanless Design with Rugged Reliability:

The fanless design of PPC-J024WAC ensures quiet, dust-free operation. Manufactured to stringent industrial standards, it offers excellent electromagnetic compatibility and is well-suited to temperature and humidity fluctuations commonly found in print shops.

Wide Storage & Memory Support:

The system features onboard DDR3 memory (up to 8GB), SATA and M.2 storage options, and supports both legacy and modern connectivity, making it versatile and easily deployable into existing systems.

Energy-Efficient Performance:

Balancing power and performance, the Intel® Celeron® processor delivers sufficient computing capability for HMI tasks while maintaining energy efficiency—minimizing operating costs over time.

Delivering Practical Results in the Field

One of our customers in Germany integrated InnoAioT’s PPC-J024WAC panel PC into its digital label printing line. Leveraging the system’s 24-inch touch interface, their operators gained an intuitive window into the print process—streamlining order configuration, improving image preview accuracy, and reducing error rates during setup. Thanks to the robust I/O, the HMI connected effortlessly with high-speed inkjet engines, lamination systems, and optical sensors, ensuring seamless communication across every stage of the print workflow.

Additionally, the rugged construction and fanless design enabled 24/7 continuous operation with minimal maintenance, significantly improving overall equipment uptime and reducing TCO.

Future-Proofing Digital Print Automation

As digital label printing continues to evolve, high-performance industrial HMIs like the PPC-J024WAC are key to ensuring operational continuity and productivity. InnoAioT’s panel PC combines industrial durability, advanced display technology, and versatile connectivity in a compact, scalable package. Whether deployed in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or food and beverage packaging, this solution empowers printing businesses to embrace the future of automation with confidence.

With a commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and customer-centric design, InnoAioT continues to deliver reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving needs of smart manufacturing—enabling businesses to streamline operations, adapt rapidly, and grow sustainably.