Coding, Printing & Labeling

Cylindrical product labeler

Hunkar Packaging introduces the Cosmos 2500 CPL Cylindrical Product Labeler.

November 9, 2012

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Coding, Printing & Labeling

100 to 400-ppm linerless label system debuts

WS Packaging has introduced a high-speed linerless label system, in both an in-line and rotary applicator format, that can operate at speeds from 100 to 400 packages/min, respectively. A patented microperf on the WS-supplied clear or white BOPP labelstock results in a no-label look for applications in the beverage, health and beauty, and personal care categories. System is said to provide an 8% to 20% savings in total applied costs.

November 8, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Determining when to rebuild or replace a labeling machine

Here are some warning signs that may indicate it’s time to either rebuild or recondition your labeling machine.

November 5, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Controls technology leads to breakthrough in PTI-compliant marking

This Florida grower and shipper looked high and low for an automated method of marking palletized cases of produce. Finally, it built its own.

November 2, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Video: Latest in track and trace pressure sensitive labeling equipment

LSI’s Model 1220 Track and Trace Bundle Label System helps manufacturers follow products through the supply chain by carrying forward handling data at each stage of transport. The system protects consumers from contaminated or counterfeit products and lowers costs associated with lost products and product recalls. Booth # N-3921

October 31, 2012

Secondary Packaging

Integrated case sealer/printer

Squid Ink showed off its BB-2/S case taper, designed for cost-effective top and bottom case taping for large-run case-sealing applications, integrated with the AutoPilot high-resolution ink-jet printing system. AutoPilot uses Xaar piezo technology to print up to .7 in. of characters, text, scannable bar codes, and logos at 180-dpi.

October 31, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Laser coding system prints on OPP film without perforation

Targeted at snack-food and candy packaging applications using oriented polypropylene film, the eSolarMark Fiber YAG laser coding system from Matthews Marking Products responds to the carbon ink on a package's film substrate to produce a brilliant, contrasting code, without causing film perforation.

October 30, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Video: Range of new label printer applicators increases uptime and lowers cost

ID Technology’s Model 252 range of label printer applicators feature centerline modularity design. Centerline modularity creates easily identifiable reference points for default calibration. This gives packaging lines increased uptime and lower operating costs. Booth # N-4021

October 30, 2012

Feeding/inserting/unscrambling

Faster, smarter bar-coding with UV

Find out why a new carton feeder for bar code printing and verification uses water-resistant, UV curable ink for higher frequency jetting for faster, higher quality printing and more.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

New hybrid printer for tablet blister packs adds serialization-capable digital printing capability

New hybrid printer for blister machines features 2 modules, one that utilizes a print mat, and one that is digital. This system allows for multi-color, large coverage, and a low operating cost. Allows for serialization of data, including bar, matrix, and alphanumeric codes.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

The new advanced fiber laser from Matthews

The Fiber laser wavelength is ideal to mark at high speed steel, stainless, titanium, and various high density plastics with contrast. This system is available is 10, 20, 30 and 50 watt power options.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

CIJ printers provide 12,000-hr uptime

Videojet's 1550 and 1560 continuous ink-jet printers, based on the company's 1000 series, offer 12,000 hours of continuous uptime before scheduled preventative maintenance. Features include good print quality, a simple user interface, and code assurance technology.

October 29, 2012

Coding, Printing & Labeling

Reiner's portable jetStamp 790MP: Flexibility allows for printing on unique surfaces including metal and plastic

The flexible electronic handstamp prints one or two-line impression with text, number, date and time, quickly and quietly on all even and uneven surfaces, forms, bundles of documents and envelopes. Print with the MP-Series of the jetStamp-Familiy special surfaces like metal and plastic too. The special quick-drying ink prevents from smearing on stamped items.

October 24, 2012