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Label-Aire's Model 5100 labeler has a 4-in. wide head for labeling small cylindrical containers

The Model 5100 wipe-on labeler features a new heavy-duty design, stainless-steel base, rotary table and a unique in-feed feature.

March 2, 2009

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Nanotech taken up by Swiss group

Some Swiss folks opined about nanotechnology in packaging in January.

March 1, 2009

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JAGs, STAR, and Walmart

More bits from EPC Connection, including a CPG panel discussion.

March 1, 2009

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Wipe-on labeling system for clamshell packaging

Fresh produce marketer installs label applicator that improves placement accuracies and reduces labor costs.

March 1, 2009

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RFID: Curbing shrink in a tight economy

RFID offers the promise to help curb shrink.

February 24, 2009

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37% of RFID users expect one-year ROI

Lack of data constrains investment and deployment.

February 24, 2009

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Accurate and affordable top/bottom labeling system at 80 ppm

A video from Quadrel Labeling systems illustrates a custom top/bottom machine applying wipe-on labels to individually shrink-wrapped soap bars.

February 23, 2009

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Pressure sensitive labeler for multi-panel application

A video from Exact Packaging shows a two label tamp application for shipping cases. The video captures the labeling process from a number of perspectives and gives the viewer a fast, effective look at a rugged, easy to use, and no hassle label dispenser.

February 19, 2009

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Pressure-Sensitive labels ideal for slider/zipper packages

Consumers increasingly want a way to reclose their perishable-content packages without resorting to either rubber-banding, chip clips, or transferring the contents to a storage container. In this White Paper from EPI Exact Packaging, find out the cost-effective alternative for labeling slider/zipper packages: pressure-sensitive reseal labels, which cost just pennies per package and offer consumers an easy way to reclose bags.

February 18, 2009

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All digital controls on front-and-back labeling system

The Model 680 S high-speed front-and-back labeling system from Autolabe has all digital controls and a color touch screen HMI. Features top hold-down and the ability to speed-follow the applicators and all controls as the speed of the system flows up and down.

February 6, 2009

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RFID smart boxes

The idea of an RFID-enabled “smart box” has been tested by several vendors of corrugated materials, including Domino Integrated Solutions Group (DISG, www.domino-isg.com) with its award-winning HIDE-Pack™ smart box.

February 1, 2009

Sustainability

P&G provides leadership in sustainable packaging journey

With more than 300 brands sold all around the world, Procter & Gamble utilizes just about every packaging material available. Tony Burns shares his views on how P&G rises to the sustainable packaging challenge.

February 1, 2009

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California delay provides temporary relief

Uncertainty colored most discussions at a recent healthcare track-and-trace conference. A key question: How will FDA actions differ from California’s e-pedigree program?

February 1, 2009