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On-demand labels a winner for specialty chemical supplier

Despite a down economy, business has been booming at a specialty chemical supplier.

January 4, 2013

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Copacker thrives with print-and-apply labelers

Carolina Beverage Group has plenty of expertise in canning energy drinks, teas, and juice-based beverages. Now it’s become something of an expert in print-and-apply labelers, too.

December 4, 2012

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Z-Italia roll-fed labeler is first with safe motion

Z-Italia believes theirs is the only existing labeling machine featuring safe motion, a unique capability provided by B&R networked safety technology. The roll-fed rotary labeler also features ergonomic reel loading, servo unwind for optimum tension control, and the ability to run a wide range of labeling materials. A linear tensioner provides constant control regardless of speed or material characteristics. Servo control of turret rotation eliminates 50% of wear-prone mechanical components, therefore reducing maintenance by 50% compared to non-servo designs.

December 3, 2012

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Four common pitfalls to avoid on label machinery projects

Remember these bits of advice on container dimensions and production requirements when embarking on a labeling machinery project.

December 3, 2012

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Combisteam: small footprint plus energy savings

The Combisteam from Sleever International puts shrink sleeve label application and the shrink tunnel into one compact frame capable of handling 500 containers/min and of reducing energy costs significantly.

November 30, 2012

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Vial labeling at 800 ampules/min

Bausch & Stroebel demonstrated a machine that labels 800 ampules/min; integrated with the labeler was a Hapa ink-jet label printing system that not only keeps pace with the 800/min speeds but also prints blank labels with serialization.

November 26, 2012

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Pack Expo 2012: Stretch sleeve labels require no heat

High-elasticity stretch sleeve labels from MRI are applied by machinery made by PDC International. These PE labels require no heat for shrinking.

November 24, 2012

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ZE500™ Series: Innovative design, greater benefits

With improved ease of use and simplified serviceability, the new Zebra® ZE500™ Series print engine is designed to keep mission-critical print-and-apply applications operating without interruptions.

November 12, 2012

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Produce packer easily integrates printers with ERP

Tomato and cucumber packer EuroFresh Farms uses cost-efficient, seamless software solution to link its 30 bar-code printers to a new enterprise resource planning system.

November 10, 2012

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Cylindrical product labeler

Hunkar Packaging introduces the Cosmos 2500 CPL Cylindrical Product Labeler.

November 9, 2012

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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

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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

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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