Ink-jet printer 921

The co. introduces an 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, according to the co. This digital ink-jet technology is an alternative to traditional pad printing, screen printing and gravure on-product printing systems.

Nutec Systems, Inc., 609/912-0145.

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