Powerful high-impact CMYK label printing for short-run production
The OKI Pro1040 is a high-performance digital LED label printer for on-demand, short-run production. With CMYK toner, it delivers vibrant, professional-quality labels on plain, colour, transparent and synthetic media for custom packaging, promotional labels and speciality applications.
Professional four-colour narrow-format label printing
The OKI Pro-1040 label printer offers professional four-colour narrow-format printing across a range of different label media, including textured papers and synthetics.
It gives manufacturers and label providers access to new revenue streams with short-run colour label printing services on demand, in-house.
On-demand label production
Print short-run labels in-house with flexible production from a single label to many thousands.
CMYK toner output
Produces vibrant four-colour labels using toner-based digital LED print technology.
Speciality media support
Handles textured papers, synthetics, transparent films, coloured media and coated or plain label stocks.
Narrow-format labels
Supports label widths from 25.4 mm to 130 mm and lengths from 12.7 mm up to 1,320 mm.
Reduced waste
Only print what is needed, reducing label waste, unnecessary stockholding and time lost on outdated pre-printed labels.
In-house control
Suitable for businesses that need fast design changes, custom campaigns, personalised labels and short-run flexibility.
Key OKI Pro1040 product details
The Pro1040 is a roll-fed digital LED label printer designed for on-demand, high-quality CMYK label production across short-run and custom applications.
Feed Format
Roll-fed digital LED label printer with CMYK for on-demand, high-quality label production.
Media Size
Supports label widths from 25.4 mm to 130 mm and label lengths from 12.7 mm up to 1,320 mm.
Media Weight
Handles media weights from 64 gsm to 250 gsm, including standard paper and thicker synthetic label stock.
Media Properties
Compatible with plain and coated papers, synthetic labels, transparent films, coloured media and textured materials.
Output Quality
High Definition Colour printing and digital LED technology produce vibrant colour label output at 1200 dpi.
Production Role
Designed for short-run, on-demand, custom and speciality label applications where flexibility matters.
Short-run colour label printing capability in-house
The OKI Pro1040 provides manufacturers and small label providers the ability to offer on-demand short-run colour label printing services.
Businesses can access a new revenue stream and customer base by offering personalised and highly individual labels for products or events. With minimal training required and flexible configuration, the Pro1040 delivers internal label printing capability across a broad array of tasks.
- Print personalised labels for products or events
- Support short-run jobs without outsourcing
- Reduce setup time for small-batch production
- Improve flexibility for customer-specific campaigns
Print on a huge range of different label media
The Pro1040’s media handling capability makes it easy to print on a wide range of media, including textured papers and synthetics, to capture attention and help sell products.
With a minimum volume of a single label and no setup requirements, labels can be tailored to specific campaigns or customer requirements.
- On-demand printing of rolls of different media including paper and synthetic film
- Print labels for outdoor use, freezer and cold storage, food, beverages and household goods
- Labels can be printed and cut to produce a roll of labels
- Useful for textured papers, kraft, metallic stocks and uncoated materials
Built for speciality materials and short-run flexibility
Standard inkjet label printers may struggle with some speciality stocks. The Pro1040 is valuable where substrate choice is critical and where customers want premium label materials.
This makes it a strong fit for premium, craft and speciality products where material quality and visual impact matter more than raw speed.
Stand out from the crowd and attract the target audience
Ideally suited to brand owners and print houses, the Pro Series 1040 Label Printer is designed to print any quantity from a single label to many thousands.
Only printing what is needed reduces wastage and saves time and budget. With High Definition Colour printing and digital LED technology, the OKI Pro1040 brings creative printing to life with vibrant colours and high-quality output at 1200 dpi.
More Compelling Products
Maximise the value of each label to make products more compelling on shelf.
Product Character
Capture and highlight the unique characteristics of product content through better label presentation.
Creative Job Types
Enables businesses to take on creative ideas and more complex label job types.
Less Waste
In-house 1200 dpi colour label printing helps save wastage, time and money.
Labels that survive underwater and resist UV fading
The Pro1040 can be used for waterproof labels that are robust, resistant to UV fading and tested to survive underwater. These waterproof labels meet EU standards.
Using synthetic Teslin material, the Pro1040 can produce multiple-colour narrow-format waterproof labels tested to survive underwater for the EU-mandated period.
- Ideal for product naming labels and warning labels
- Waterproof labelling for horticulture where plant and tree labels must withstand wet conditions
- Outdoor labels resistant to UV fading for up to one year
- Supports applications where durable two-colour labels need to comply with EU rules
Learn how to print labels like a pro
Want to take your label printing to the next level? In these tutorials, you’ll see how easy it is to print labels using the OKI Pro1040/1050.
Watch now to see the OKI Pro1040 and Pro1050 in action and learn how to get flawless, high-quality labels every time.
Tutorials are supplied below this description and include how to print labels, print white labels, replace consumables, isolate colours, print transparent film and print full bleed labels.
Helpful Pro1040 and Pro1050 training videos
The playlist supports users who want practical guidance before or after installation, especially where label setup, consumables, colour control and full bleed output are important.
Why Intellistor trusts this printer
The OKI Pro1040 is a specialist machine. We recommend it when standard inkjet label printers cannot handle the materials required.
We’ve installed this model for businesses producing premium, craft or speciality products where substrate choice is critical.
Strong results on materials that many inkjet systems struggle with
What makes the Pro1040 unique is its ability to print on materials that most inkjet systems struggle with. We’ve seen it perform well on textured papers, kraft, metallic stocks and uncoated materials.
It is best suited to short to medium runs where material quality and visual impact matter more than speed.
Textured Papers
Useful where the label material is part of the product’s premium presentation.
Kraft and Uncoated Materials
Suitable for craft, natural, boutique and speciality product labels.
Metallic Stocks
Supports premium visual effects where standard inkjet output may not be suitable.
Short to Medium Runs
Best where substrate flexibility and label quality matter more than high-speed mass production.
Dry toner technology suited to varied climates
Because it uses dry toner rather than liquid ink, the Pro1040 is less sensitive to humidity and temperature changes. This makes it particularly well suited to South Africa’s varied climates.
The Pro series is known for stability and reliability. For businesses producing premium labels, consistent performance is essential.
- Dry toner is less sensitive to humidity and temperature changes than liquid ink
- Well suited to varied South African production conditions
- Stable performance supports premium label production
- Support and correct media selection make a meaningful difference
Recommended for businesses that need flexible speciality label production
Intellistor typically recommends the Pro1040 where media choice, in-house control, strong colour and short-run flexibility are more important than high-speed mass production.
Speciality or Textured Media
For businesses that print on premium, craft, textured or difficult label materials.
Short-Run Flexibility
For teams that need to print smaller jobs without relying on outsourced label production.
Strong Colour on Difficult Materials
For applications where label material and visual impact are important to the final product.
Premium and Craft Products
For products where the label helps communicate quality, personality and shelf appeal.
Ideal for cosmetics, beverages, e-liquid, detergents and premium products
The Pro1040 is useful for businesses that need short-run colour labels across multiple product categories, especially where fast changes, custom campaigns, durable media and in-house control are required.
Cosmetic Labels
Suitable for premium cosmetics, personal care products, boutique ranges and short-run product variants.
Juice Labels
Useful for beverage ranges, seasonal batches, promotional flavours and customised short-run labels.
E-Liquid Labels
Supports high-impact small-format product labels where colour, detail and batch flexibility matter.
Detergent Labels
Suitable for household goods, product naming labels, warning labels and durable label applications.
Capsule Labels
Useful for supplement, nutraceutical and small container labels where short-run flexibility is valuable.
Promotional Labels
Supports personalised labels, events, customer-specific campaigns and product launches.
A specialist label printer where substrate flexibility is the priority
The Pro1040 is not a high-speed production printer. However, for speciality applications where substrate flexibility is the priority, it becomes invaluable.
Ready to bring short-run CMYK label printing in-house?
Tell us your label sizes, substrates, monthly label volume, finishing workflow and whether you need labels for cosmetics, beverages, detergents, e-liquid, freezer use, outdoor use or speciality media. Intellistor will help confirm whether the OKI Pro1040 is the right fit.
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