Serialization has become a crucial requirement across industries such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, medical devices, and cosmetics. Regulatory mandates like the U.S. Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and the European Union Falsified Medicines Directive (EU FMD) require manufacturers to implement item-level traceability and aggregation to ensure supply chain transparency and protect patients from counterfeit products.
Whether you need compliance with these global standards or secure, end-to-end product tracking, Pineberry Manufacturing offers purpose-built systems to streamline your serialization and aggregation workflow. Introducing the CartonTrac FC, CartonTrac EC, and the CartonTrac Serialization & Aggregation System—modular solutions designed for high-speed, high-accuracy marking and traceability, all while seamlessly integrating into your existing production line.
🔹 CartonTrac FC Serialization System
Flat Carton Serialization – Speed & Flexibility
The CartonTrac FC is engineered to handle flat cartons and sleeves with precision and consistency. Ideal for applications requiring inline or offline serialization, this system prints high-resolution variable data such as 2D barcodes, alphanumeric characters, and serialized numbers using thermal inkjet technology.
Key Features:
High-performance friction feeder for accurate sheet feeding
Seamless integration with OEM printers
Supports a variety of symbologies: Code 39, Code 128, QR Code, Data Matrix, Micro PDF
Optional vision verification for OCR/OCV and barcode validation
Compact footprint for seamless line integration
Applications:
Pharmaceutical cartons
Health supplement sleeves
Flat folding cartons for medical or cosmetic products
🔹 CartonTrac EC Serialization System
Erect Carton Serialization – Accuracy Meets Automation
The CartonTrac EC is ideal for handling erect cartons post-folding, allowing you to serialize units after structural formation. Built for efficiency and precision, this system prints traceable data directly onto top or side panels.
Key Features:
Controlled conveyance of erect cartons
Compatible with top or side-mounted inkjet printers
Real-time barcode and text serialization
Option to integrate rejection and inspection modules
Compact, rugged stainless-steel construction
Applications:
Final packaging of unit dose cartons
Serialized shipping boxes
Cosmetics and clinical device cartons
🔹 CartonTrac Serialization & Aggregation System
Parent-Child Traceability – Automated Aggregation at Scale
The CartonTrac Serialization & Aggregation System takes traceability to the next level by enabling parent-child hierarchy between multiple serialized units. As serialized cartons are batched or packed into a case, a parent label is generated and linked to each individual item’s unique code.
Key Benefits:
Fully automated aggregation process
Prints and applies serialized parent labels to bands or cases
Links parent (case/batch) codes to child (individual carton) serials
Supports full audit trail and compliance with global regulations
Integrates with serialization databases and ERP systems
Applications:
Aggregating serialized items into bundles or shipping cases
Compliance with DSCSA, EU FMD, and Health Canada standards
Secure supply chain visibility and reporting
🛠 Available Options & Add-Ons
Customize and scale your serialization line with Pineberry’s flexible modules and accessories:
✅ Label Printers and Banders – Automatically label bands, cartons, or cases with serialized data
✅ Carton Security Sealing – Add tamper-evident labels or hot-melt glue for regulatory assurance
✅ Sorting & Batching Solutions – Group and organize serialized cartons before aggregation
✅ Transfer to Other Processing Lines – Integrate seamlessly with packaging, inspection, or palletizing systems
✅ Locked Reject Bin – Secure rejected or failed cartons in an access-controlled bin for compliance audits
📦 Why Choose Pineberry CartonTrac Systems?
Built in North America, backed by local service and engineering
Proven reliability across regulated industries
Modular designs mean quick deployment and easy upgrades
Integration-ready with vision systems, database platforms, and cloud solutions
For manufacturers and packagers looking to future-proof their operations, CartonTrac systems offer an intelligent, scalable path to serialization and aggregation compliance.
👉 Learn more at: pineberryinc.com