Matthew’s handheld inkjet printers are simple to use and offer on-demand coding across warehouses, production lines and pop-up workstations during periods of high demand. Portable printers can be used as a primary solution, integrated with fixed systems, or utilised as a reliable backup to support core operations without compromising on quality or compliance. Ideal for bag and carton coding, timber marking and managing large or hard to reach products, handheld printers make it easier to keep operations running smoothly wherever you need them.
Our experts work with you to understand your needs, recommend the right solution, and support you through the setup of a handheld coding system for your operation.
Whether you require portability or a flexible backup to fixed systems, Matthews solutions are designed to be reliable, efficient, and easy to integrate with your coding standards and iDSnet v5 platform.
With almost 50 years’ experience, our family run business is built on a culture of innovation and improvement.
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We know that support is critical to uptime, so we’re always available to help, Australia wide – from metro cities to regional areas.
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Our growing team of software developers can configure and customise iDSnet solutions from our Melbourne office.
Handheld inkjet printers are portable devices that let operators print directly onto products or packaging surfaces without the need for fixed installation.
Using advanced inkjet technology, typically thermal inkjet (TIJ), they produce high-resolution prints with simple trigger-based operation. Messages such as dates, batch codes, barcodes, and logos can be easily created or selected directly on the device.
Many systems can also connect to centralised software like Matthews iDSnet v5, helping maintain coding accuracy, traceability and compliance across multiple sites
Handheld printers are especially useful in dynamic environments where products vary in size, shape, or location, offering a practical solution where automation is limited or not feasible.
While both handheld and fixed inkjet systems serve important roles in production, the right choice depends on your operational needs.
Matthews provides high quality, durable branding and marking solutions designed to perform across a wide range of applications. From medical equipment and timber to heavy industrial goods, our flexible, advanced technologies are built to work with your products and processes.
Matthews’ carton labelling and carton coding solutions offer a simple, cost-effective way to apply high-quality, durable labels to your cartons, regardless of your production environment or line speed. Learn more about our Coders and Label Printer Application.
We supply premium portable inkjet printers across Australia, supporting businesses in Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Darwin, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart and everywhere in between.
Get in touch with our team to find out how we can support your business.
Handheld printers can be used on a range of surfaces depending on the ink and application requirements. Common examples include cardboard, timber, plastic, metal, and other product or packaging materials.
Yes. A portable printer can print text, dates, batch codes, barcodes, QR codes, and simple logos, depending on the device setup and print message requirements.
Yes. These printers are well suited to warehouse and dispatch environments where mobility, quick setup, and on-demand coding are important.
Yes. A handheld coding solution is often used as a backup during maintenance, downtime, short runs, or overflow demand.
Matthews can help with solution selection, setup, and broader coding requirements, including integration with existing workflows where needed.
The right solution depends on the product surface, message requirements, environment, and whether the printer will be used as a primary, flexible, or backup coding solution.
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