Markem-Imaje supports Formec Biffi in product coding excellence

Italian food producer Formec Biffi built its success thanks to continuous investment in research and development. Today, the company has a portfolio of more than one hundred specialties, including pasta sauces and various spreads. Traditional production methods there go hand in hand with advanced production technologies. Thus, the passion for quality food, which originated 150 years ago, remains central. Formec acquired the Biffi brand in 1985.

Tradition and innovation hand in hand

According to plant manager Ascanio Montani, innovation at Formec Biffi constitutes more than just technology. “It is a strategic choice to meet an increasingly demanding market. Our evolution is driven by a vision that combines tradition and modernity. We want to deliver excellent products while building robust, flexible and safe processes,” he says from the production site in Lodi (Lombardy).

For Markem-Imaje, the cooperation with Formec Biffi illustrates how a shared vision can lead to sustainable added value. The integration of coding systems and a data management platform into the sauce producer's production lines is not only a technological decision, but also the result of a partnership built over the years.

Flexible coding solution

“Our coding systems are now installed on all Formec Biffi production lines, underlining the strong and evolving cooperation,” said Simone Zampieri, account executive at Markem-Imaje. “Thanks to the combination of different technologies - from thermal transfer and Continuous InkJet to laser and Print & Apply - we can code and label a wide range of products, from mayonnaise tubes to individual portion bags.”

For the latter product category, Formec Biffi launched a new project on laser coding in 2024, which became fully operational in early 2025.

“During such a journey, it is essential to work with partners who can adapt to our pace and ambitions,” Montani said. “We chose Markem-Imaje because they have the same focus on quality, precision and continuous improvement.”

Focus on sustainability and traceability

In addition to technology, sustainability also plays an important role. Markem-Imaje's solutions help reduce environmental impact without sacrificing print quality. Processes are managed centrally and automatically through the CoLOS® platform, which ensures consistent messaging, real-time traceability and a significant reduction in operational errors.

“Our technologies make it possible to manage accurate real-time data, contributing to the quality and safety for which Formec Biffi's products are known,” concludes Guido Torriglia, sales manager at Markem-Imaje Italy. “This collaboration shows that when vision and technology come together, it can actually make a difference.”