Welcome to Allen Coding Systems
Allen Coding Systems is a decentralised business unit of Illinois Tool Works (ITW) located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.
Allen has been established for over thirty years as a manufacturer and distributor in the coding and marking sector. We manufacture a complete range of contact and non-contact coding equipment for use in numerous production environments including food and drink, pharmaceutical, industrial, cosmetics and tobacco. We distribute our systems direct to end users and through a network of overseas distributors and OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers). Read more about our heritage by clicking here.
Allen provide a full range of off-line carton coding machines, thermal transfer printers, hot foil coders, continuous inkjet and laser coding systems. These systems are fully supported with complete consumables provision and a highly responsive service network.
Latest news
JOB VACANCY. Allen Coding Systems in the UK are currently recruiting for a Regional Sales Manager.
An opportunity exists for a Regional Sales Manager to work within the UK Sales Team to manage existing accounts and prospect for new business. Our target markets include food, pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial and cosmetic industries for companies that require on-line coding when packaging products. The successful candidate must have previous sales experience in the coding industry with proven sales track record and measurable evidence of success. If you meet the required criteria and are interested in this position please send your CV to Laraine Stevenson, European HR Manager at Allen Coding Systems laraine.stevenson@allencoding.co.uk
Allen Coding Gives Health Check To Lanes Thermal Transfer Coders.
Long time Allen Coding customer Lanes Health replace out dated coding equipment and enhance them with innovative modifications to improve print quality. Read more by clicking here
Allen Coding announces the launch of the Platinum E Series Labeller. A labelling system that uses less power than a hair dryer. No compressed air required on this all electric system so less energy use means lower running costs and saving you pounds also helps save the planet. Discover the Platinum E Series for yourself by clicking here.

Allen Coding Systems set for "one of it's best ever years" as sales increase dramatically. A record year being forecast due to strong growth. Read more by clicking here

Continued success in Asia for Allen CodingSystems' remarkable TP4000 multihead thermal transfer system. For more details click here
Allen Coding Systems announces restructure in order to drive 2011 sales whilst Betaprint plans to be more responsive to the industry's needs by sharing International Sales Management responsibility. Click here to read more.
Allen Coding Systems announces new cost effective Multi Functional Handset. The new PR5 is compact, easy to use and with an increased range of features. Click here to discover more
Jingle bells for Allen Coding as world's oldest maker of Christmas puddings installs more Allen equipment. Northern Foods company takes delivery of new 53LTi thermal transfer printers. Read the full story by clicking here
Allen Coding Systems is delighted to welcome our new Business Unit Manager for both our sites in the UK and in Spain. Miquel Conesa joins the company and brings a wealth of experience in the coding industry. Click here for more information.
ac codiergerate welcomes new Business Unit Manager as Reinhard Hauer transfers from ITW Crones Division. Reinhard has an impressive pedigree and will lead the ac group in driving the 80/20 strategy. Read more by clicking here.
Allen announce an extension to the highly successful Annual Consumables Programme where you can receive free printheads just for buying your consumables from us.
Allen Coding announces the networking capability of The iCON Low Cost coder. Click here for more information.
Scott Wilson with The iCON
Allen Coding Systems announce Laser Roadshow tour of Scotland. Click here for more information.