Summary
A simple maintenance action with immediate impact
Why use CleanStart® & inkanto wipes
Where to Find CleanStart® & Inkanto Cleaning Wipes
Reliable printing starts with clean equipment
A Simple Maintenance Action with Immediate Impact
One minute that makes a difference
In busy logistics environments, printhead maintenance is often overlooked.However, regular cleaning is essential to prevent the build-up of dust, ink residues, and adhesive particles that can quickly degrade performance.
inkanto cleaning wipes are designed for fast and efficient use:
- Ready-to-use format
- No additional tools required
- Easy integration into daily routines

In just one minute, operators can perform a simple action that helps maintain optimal printing conditions and protect their equipment.
Prevent damage before it happens
Without proper cleaning, contaminants accumulate on the printhead surface. This leads to:
- Inconsistent print quality
- Unreadable barcodes
- Increased wear and overheating
Regular cleaning ensures proper contact between ribbon and printhead, supporting reliable and consistent printing results.
Why Use CleanStart® & inkanto Wipes?
A cost-effective maintenance reflex
Adopting a simple cleaning routine transforms maintenance into a cost-saving strategy.
Key benefits:
- Extended printhead lifespan: reduces wear and delays costly replacements
- Improved print quality: ensures sharp and readable barcodes
- Reduced downtime: prevents disruptions caused by print defects
- Lower maintenance costs: avoids expensive repairs
- Fast and easy use: only one minute required

This simple habit can help save hundreds in repair and replacement costs over time.
Designed for industrial environments
inkanto wipes are developed for real operational needs:
- Convenient format for easy handling
- Compatible with all thermal transfer printers
- Directly available in inkanto boxes
This ensures that maintenance becomes a natural part of daily workflows, without adding complexity.
Where to Find CleanStart® & Inkanto Cleaning Wipes
CleanStart® and cleaning wipes are included as part of the inkanto thermal transfer ribbon offering, helping users combine high-quality printing with preventive printhead maintenance.
• CleanStart®: an integrated ribbon feature that helps clean the printhead regularly during printing, supporting consistent print quality and reducing wear.
• inkanto cleaning wipe: one free wipe included in every inkanto ribbon box for deeper printhead cleaning and optimal printer performance.
inkanto cleaning wipes can be found directly inside every inkanto ribbon box, making regular printhead maintenance easy to integrate into daily operations. Additional wipes can also be obtained upon request through your sales representative.
By integrating these cleaning solutions directly into its ribbon offering, inkanto makes printhead maintenance simple, helping businesses improve equipment lifespan and ensure reliable printing performance over time.
Reliable Printing Starts with Clean Equipment
Consistency is key in traceability
In logistics and supply chains, print quality directly impacts operational efficiency. A poorly maintained printhead can result in:
- Barcode scanning errors
- Workflow disruptions
- Increased operational costs
Regular cleaning helps ensure:
- Stable print density
- Clear barcode contrast
- Reliable scanning performance
A simple habit with long-term value
Maintaining printheads does not require complex procedures. By integrating cleaning into routine operations, companies can improve equipment longevity and maintain consistent performance over time.
With CleanStart® and inkanto wipes, protecting printheads becomes a simple and effective part of everyday operations.
