The package coding channel showcases ink-jet coding, laser-marking, stamping, case printers, in-line case printing, carton coders, inks and bar coding for the pharmaceutical, industrial, and food and beverage industries.
Printing system 05/01/2008
The Printstar Plus ink-jet printer is available as a water-based system for printing on porous surfaces like corrugated cases, or as a solvent-based system for printing on nonporous plastics, metals, stretch films, coated corrugate and more. The printer has the option of printing with two single-line printheads, or one Series 1600 printhead for bold, full character sizes and split-line capabili...
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Ink-jet printing systems 05/01/2008
The OMEGA 36 HD and OMEGA 210 are two new high-resolution ink-jet printing systems, as an extension to the successful OMEGA ink-jet range. These lightweight, compact printers are easily integrated into most existing equipment and can be installed on web or sheet-fed applications. With a resolution of 720 dpi, the 36 HD (high definition) ensures clear and crisp printing of extremely small charac...
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Ink-jet printer 04/01/2008
The co. introduces the APS thermal ink-jet printer that prints on plastic, foil, tablets and capsules. This is the only HP-based printer system that can print on nonporous surfaces without the need for dryer assist, the co. says. The co. also introduces an HP ink that prints on tablets and capsules. The print cartridges contain ingredients on the FDA GRAS (generally recognized as safe) list, ac...
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Thermal-transfer coder 04/01/2008
The SmartDate® 5 Advance thermal-transfer coder includes a new controller with a full color touchscreen. The thermal-transfer coder comes readily configurable between intermittent and continuous mode and between left- and right-handed operations. A new top speed of 1,000-mm/sec delivers a 25-percent increase in performance in the combined printer model.
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Case coding is on a roll Lauren R. Hartman, Senior Editor - 03/01/2008
To some, especially those in the Eastern part of the U.S., a Philly cheesesteak sandwich is a real culinary treat. Originating in Philadelphia, the sandwich includes savory, thin slices of beef, chicken or pork, usually piled high on a roll with onions and melted cheese, and has gained so much popularity, that it now can be found in sandwich shops all over the world.
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Thermal-transfer printer 03/01/2008
The S-107 HS high-speed thermal-transfer printer features two printheads, one mounted at the edge of the web and the other in the middle. The printer can operate at speeds up to 500-mm/sec and offers a cost-effective alternative to using preprinted labels for generating variable information such as lot numbers, date codes and scannable bar codes.
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Print controller 03/01/2008
The I-Mark™ V84 prints four to five lines of text, graphics/logos and bar codes for packaging and industrial applications. Features an easy-to-use 10.4-in. color touchscreen interface. Instead of global settings, it provides independent control of up to four DOD printheads for maximum flexibility.
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Thermal-transfer coder The SmartDate® 5 Advance thermal-transfer coder includes a new controller with a full color touchscreen. The thermal-transfer coder comes readily configurable between intermittent and continuous mode and between left- and right-handed operations.