MARKER FAMILY
Magnetic Marker
Read contactlessly, verified without opening the packaging and without slowing production.
THE SCIENCE
How the marker works
Magnetic markers consist of particles carrying a controlled and defined magnetic behavior. Unlike ordinary magnets, these particles have a subtle signature revealed only by a specific measurement method. The signature is defined by the shape of the particle's response to a magnetic field, and this response is tuned separately for each brand. The most notable advantage of magnetic markers is that they can be read contactlessly. The reader can detect the magnetic signature passing through the material without touching the product and without opening the packaging. This property makes the marker especially suitable for high-speed production and packaging lines; every unit is verified as it passes without interrupting the flow of the line. The particles are mixed at a low ratio into the product matrix or packaging material and leave no visible trace on the product. The magnetic signature is unaffected by ordinary conditions such as temperature and humidity; this makes the marker reliable in products with a long shelf life and in demanding distribution conditions. Verification is done by comparing the measured magnetic response against the reference value.
HOW IT IS APPLIED
Integration into the production line
The marker is brought into service in three steps without rebuilding the existing production flow.
1
Adding to the material
Magnetic particles are mixed homogeneously into the product matrix or packaging material during the production stage.
2
Contactless reading
A sensor placed on the line reads each unit through the packaging. The product does not need to be opened or the line slowed down.
3
Matching and approval
The measured magnetic response is compared against the reference signature, and the match is recorded in the batch record.
INDUSTRIES
Adapted to every industry
Spectrace adapts magnetic marker technology to each industry's production and packaging structure. Brand-specific verification solutions can be developed across all of the industries below.
Cosmetics & Perfumery
Authenticity and consumer trust in personal care and perfumery products.
Textile & Fashion
Source verification at the brand label and fabric level.
Luxury Goods
Strong protection against imitation in high-value products.
Alcoholic Beverages
Originality assurance at the bottle and content level.
Food & Beverage
Product integrity throughout the supply chain.
Food Supplements
Secure verification at the content and batch level.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does the magnetic marker damage the product?
No. The particles are used in trace amounts and do not change the physical or chemical properties of the product.
Can verification be done without opening the packaging?
Yes. The magnetic signature is read contactlessly; the reader detects the response passing through the packaging.
Do ordinary magnets disrupt the signature?
No. The signature is defined by the shape of the response to a magnetic field and cannot be imitated or erased with external magnets.
At what line speeds does it work?
The magnetic marker is designed for high-speed lines; reading is performed without interrupting the flow of the line.
Let's design the right setup for the magnetic marker together
Let's evaluate the speed of your production line and your packaging structure; let us recommend the suitable reading arrangement.
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