The story begins in a basement apartment in Hamburg-Barmbek in 1960, where two school friends, Carl-Wilhelm Edding and Volker Detlef Ledermann, laid the foundations for a brand that was to revolutionize the world of writing instruments. With a starting capital of 500 Deutschmarks and a typewriter, they embarked on the adventure that is known today as edding.

Mark history with edding compact printer.
When ink expertise meets technology experts, something extraordinary is created. edding, known for its high-quality and durable markings, and Elried, a leader in industrial marking technology, combine their strengths with the edding printing systems in a perfect symbiosis.
As two companies driven by simplicity of use, innovation in product development, pride in their company history and sustainability for a better tomorrow, edding and Elried have formed a unique partnership to develop the next generation of industrial labeling.
The collaboration has resulted in the edding printing systems - a series of printers that combine Elried's leading technology with edding's many years of ink expertise. These printers stand for maximum reliability, unbeatable user-friendliness and maximum connectivity in Industry 4.0.
Systems
Creating solutions together that make life easier and help to make history - one mark at a time.
edding in-line
Highly innovative marking systems that can be seamlessly integrated into production systems - "Developed and Made in Germany".
edding in-line 12
edding in-line 12
The user-friendliness makes it possible to install and operate the edding in-line 12 without the help of a technician or training.
edding in-line 25
edding in-line 25
Like the in-line 12, our edding in-line 25 impresses with its outstanding technology and differs only in the print height. The edding in-line 25 is suitable for use in a wide range of industries.
edding in-line Pro
edding in-line Pro
The edding in-line Pro guarantees excellent printing with a height of up to 100 mm and a speed of up to 78 prints per second. This means it can be perfectly integrated into high-speed production systems.
edding in-line IP67
edding in-line IP67
The edding in-line IP67 is the only printer that is completely dust and water resistant. This makes it suitable for production environments with increased cleaning requirements and a high level of dust.
edding portable
Has the extensive functions of in-line printing systems for mobile and manual applications.
edding portable 12
edding portable 12
The edding portable 12 can be used to print barcodes, data matrix codes, text and logos anywhere in high-resolution 600 dpi quality.
edding portable 25
edding portable 25
Barcodes, data matrix codes, text and logos can be printed at a height of 25 mm and are clearly visible on various materials such as cardboard, plastic, glass and metal.
edding portable 50
edding portable 50
Ultra-mobility and flexibility combined in one device: the only precise printing system with a print height of 50 mm on the market.
Features
At edding and Elried, simplicity takes center stage. A product that is easy to use and always works reliably makes all the difference.
Ink by edding
Benefit from edding's many years of ink expertise and a first-class portfolio of ink solutions for absorbent and non-absorbent surfaces.
Connectivity
The printing systems offer comprehensive connectivity options, including RJ45 Ethernet connection, MQTT, OPC UA, http request and TCP server. This enables easy integration into existing ERP systems and thus ensures a high level of process reliability.
User friendliness
The systems are as easy to operate as a smartphone. No technician is required - operation is intuitive and uncomplicated. The focus is on ease of use to ensure efficient and smooth operation.
Speed
The printing systems can be perfectly adapted to your individual needs and offer an impressive print speed of up to 78 prints per second. This outstanding feature makes them the ideal choice for high-speed production environments where efficiency and speed are paramount.
Reliability
The systems are extremely reliable, maintenance-free and guarantee a smooth production process without downtime.
Sustainability
Durability and quality "Made in Germany". With high-quality aluminum housings, the printing systems offer maximum durability and resistance - for an environmentally conscious, sustainable and emission-reduced production process.
Inks
Elried offers special ink solutions for the edding printing systems based on edding's expertise, which adhere to absorbent and non-absorbent surfaces. The selection makes it possible to use these printers in a wide range of applications, as different inks are specially adapted to the material properties. The product range thus covers a broad spectrum of applications for companies that need to print on a wide variety of materials.
For absorbent surfaces Special inks are available for materials such as paper, cardboard or wood, which penetrate deep into the material and guarantee permanent marking.
For non-absorbent surfaces In contrast, inks that dry quickly and offer high adhesion to smooth, dense materials such as plastic, glass or metal are available.
We also offer specialty inks, such as UV-resistant inks, UV light-sensitive inks and edible inkwhich are versatile and can be used on both types of surface. The UV-resistant inks offer permanent legibility on plastic or metal, for example, even when exposed to sunlight, while UV light-sensitive inks can add invisible security features to packaging.
Accessories for edding compact printer
Accessories to adapt edding compact printer optimally to the application.

Two success stories share a common future
The history of edding and Elried is a story of pioneering spirit, perseverance and success. Both companies have grown in family hands and have prevailed despite many challenges. Carl-Wilhelm Edding and Volker Detlef Ledermann, Elisabeth Riedmaier - they all paved the way for the following generations to carry on a shared vision.
The history of edding
The history of Elried
At the same time, just a year earlier, Elisabeth Riedmaier embarked on a similar adventure in a male-dominated industry. She founded Elried, a company specializing in industrial marking and coding.
With the motto "Nothing is impossible", she created a brand that became big through innovation and customer orientation. Elried stands for the reliable and simple labeling of products - a necessity in a world that is becoming increasingly complex.
References
Over 5000 customers rely on our edding printing systems.
Sustainability out of conviction
Sustainability is more than just a buzzword for edding and Elried. It is a commitment.
Sustainability has been an integral part of edding's corporate culture from the very beginning and is now at the heart of our vision for the future, anchored in our profit-for corporate strategy. From the production of energy-efficient marker sleeves to the use of photovoltaic systems - edding is committed to environmentally friendly solutions.
It is not only in its "Made in Germany" production that Elried focuses on sustainable aspects. From short transport routes to local suppliers to the conversion of packaging guidelines and the use of durable and easily recyclable raw materials such as grass cardboard packaging, Elried is always looking for ways to minimize its ecological footprint.
Consequently, this common maxim results in printing systems that manage with a fraction of the usual CO2 footprint and can therefore be part of the solution for many companies on their way to CO2 neutrality.

Contact us
If you would like to find out more about edding compact printers or the innovative thermal inkjet technology, please contact us. We look forward to your message or your call.