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HERMA US to Showcase Trifecta of Advanced Labeling Equipment at Pack Expo East 2024

March 17, 2024

Machines feature multifaceted set of efficient, user-friendly and precision label application capabilities. HERMA US Inc., the subsidiary of HERMA GmbH – a Germany-based provider of labeling machinery and self-adhesive labels and materials to the global packaging marketplace – is set to showcase its latest innovations at Pack Expo East in Philadelphia, March 18-20. Attendees visiting…

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Epson Announces Cloud Monitoring and Tracking for SurePress Digital Label Presses with Epson Cloud Solution PORT

March 11, 2024

Epson’s SurePress® digital label presses now work with Epson Cloud Solution PORT®, offering live production monitoring and collaboration tools to increase automation. (All features of this system require an active internet connection and use of a supported browser.) Designed for simplicity and security, Epson Cloud Solution PORT provides a live view of printer fleet production,equipment…

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CoPilot Max LT – Long throw printing system

March 5, 2024

Squid Ink Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of coding and marking systems for product identification and traceability, introduces the CoPilot® Max LT long throw printing system. With up to 2.8” of print height per printhead, print speed of up to 440 fpm, and up to a half-inch (12mm) throw distance, the CoPilot Max LT offers a…

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Smart Solutions in The Hands of Manufacturers

February 26, 2024

The ‘remote’ route to zero machine downtime. By Kate Rattigan, Senior Product Manager – Advanced Services, Domino Printing Sciences Unplanned downtime is placing a greater burden on manufacturers than ever before. Research from Siemens highlights that the cost of unplanned downtime is – in every sector – at least 50% more per hour than it…

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Primera Announces AP380 Label Applicator

February 16, 2024

Perfectly apply labels to round and cylindrical containers at fast speeds with the AP380 Label Applicator. Image courtesy of Primera. Primera Technology, Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialized digital printing equipment, today announced its new AP380 Label Applicator. This state-of-the-art applicator is designed to streamline the label application process on round or cylindrical containers, offering…

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What’s Next in Shipping Labels?

February 9, 2024

How Color Can Change the Game By Tessa Kohl, Product Manager of DX Solutions at Epson America, Inc. Businesses are always looking for creative and affordable methods to grow revenue and build customer loyalty. With this comes an opportunity to think about ways to color outside the lines. The standard shipping label, while functional, traditionally…

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Creating a Unified Digital Thread

February 8, 2024

The Crucial Role of Coding and Marking Technology in the Packaging Industry By Josh Roffman, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Loftware The packaging industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. While these changes have been influenced by various factors such as shifting industry demands as well as the evolving…

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The Rise of Smart Packaging

February 8, 2024

The Evolution of Packaging in the Digital Era By Swapna Gawale, a Project Manager with Towards Packaging Smart packaging, a concept once limited to the realm of science fiction, has now firmly embedded itself in the reality of modern commerce. As businesses across diverse sectors recognized the advantages of smart packaging solutions, the market experienced…

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Creating a Unified Digital Thread

November 7, 2023

The Crucial Role of Coding and Marking Technology in the Packaging Industry By Josh Roffman, senior vice president marketing and product management at Loftware The packaging industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. While these changes have been influenced by various factors such as shifting industry demands as well as the evolving regulatory…

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How 2D Barcodes Are Changing the Packaging Game

November 7, 2023

The Transition to Next Generation Barcodes By Devna Dayal from Matthews Marking Systems, with Steven Keddie senior director of GS1 standards  The familiar linear barcode we’ve used for five decades is in transition. It’s had a good run, revolutionizing supply chains and retail processes. But the pressures for data to support the need to track…

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BELL-MARK Introduces CMYK Piezo Inkjet Printing System

November 7, 2023

The InteliJet HD 3A is a CMYK piezo inkjet printing system from BELL-MARK delivers exceptional print quality at ultra-fast speeds, even on the most challenging substrates. The HD 3A features a new accumulator system that works independently of the packaging machine, ensuring consistent web tension during the printing process, and automated maintenance tasks such as…

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The Future is in the Cloud

October 5, 2023

How Labelling Strengthens Global Supply Chains By Josh Roffman, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Product Management at Loftware The past few years have proven that supply chain disruption is likely here to stay. Conflicts, regulations, natural disasters, and economic concerns continue to impede the flow of goods and cause product shortages. At the same…

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Primera Announces AP-CODE Lot and Date Coding Module

August 9, 2023

Primera Technology, Inc. (“Primera”), one of the leading manufacturers of specialized digital printing equipment, announced its new AP-CODE Lot & Date Coder with the ability to print directly onto glass, metals, plastics, laminated labels and more. AP-CODE is compact, affordable, and easy to use  It is designed to work seamlessly with Primera’s AP360 and AP362…

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Squid Ink Introduces a New Label Replacement Option for Non-porous Products

June 26, 2023

Squid Ink Manufacturing, Inc., a leading manufacturer of coding and marking systems for product identification and traceability, introduces the CoPilot® Gemini printing system now with solvent and UV curing capability to print on non-porous surfaces. With up to 5.6” of print height per printhead, the CoPilot Gemini offers a versatile yet cost-effective solution for a variety of…

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Loftware NiceLabel Cloud Designer Enables Small Businesses to Design, Store, and Print Labels in Minutes

May 30, 2023

Secure cloud-based solution makes designing and printing professional labels easier, faster, and more efficient Loftware, a global leader in enterprise labeling and artwork management solutions, announced the general availability of Loftware NiceLabel Cloud Designer. This new release offers small businesses an easy-to-use and secure cloud-based solution that allows them to design, store, and print professional labels in…

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What’s Next in Labeling?

April 5, 2023

Integrating Color and Automation By Mark Middendorf, go-to-market product manager, Label Printers, Epson America, Inc. Most would think color is commonplace now in the 21st century as we have been “living in color” for over half a century. Yet many U.S. businesses are still living in black-and-white – at least when it comes to their…

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Toshiba Launches First-of-its-Kind Industrial Printer

March 15, 2023

Toshiba’s Innovative Solution Simultaneously Prints Shipping Label and Packing List onto One Dual-Sided Linerless Label Toshiba America Business Solutions’ printing innovation significantly simplifies everyday packaging applications for shipping and logistics operations. Beyond streamlining everyday tasks for warehouse professionals, Toshiba’s Duplex Linerless Thermal Printer (DL1024) reduces costs and boosts productivity while helping organizations meet the demand for more…

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Factors to Consider When Selecting a Marking System

March 6, 2023

How to Find the Right Solution For Your Production Requirements By Kevin Havre, Global Product Manager at Matthews Marking Systems A variety of factors need to be considered when deciding on a marking system for your packaging.  For starters, you’ll need to know if the marking system can meet your production requirements for the following:…

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Global Survey Reveals Cloud as Preferred Deployment Method for Addressing Existing Labeling and Supply Chain Challenges

February 14, 2023

Nearly three quarters (71%) of companies believe the cloud or a hybrid solution will be their preferred deployment method for labeling within the next three years, according to an annual report published today by Loftware, the largest global software company specializing in Enterprise Labeling and Artwork Management solutions. The global survey, which draws on insights from almost…

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A Q & A With Matthews Marking

January 30, 2023

1) What are the most important aspects to consider when selecting a package marking/printing system? A variety of factors need to be considered when deciding on a marking system for your packaging.  For starters, you’ll need to know if the marking system can meet your production requirements for the following: Your line speeds The distance to the packages…

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