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The new facility will develop special inks for specific applications, including printing on a special substrate and surviving high temperature environments. Major markets for Hitachi’s ink applications include the food and beverage, pharmaceutical and automotive industries.

In a recent study, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, reported on the perceptions of industry stakeholders surrounding the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), signed into law in 2011.

Labels tell a story to the consumer, display product information, packaging details and showcase what makes the product unique, all in an attempt to get the consumer to “pick me, pick me.”

In a world full of large printing companies who are set in their obsolete ways, the industry changes right underneath them. Packaging is more complex than ever and regulations are hard to keep up with, especially in the food labeling industry.

As manufacturers implement lean practices, operations teams are focused on high value tasks with limited time to focus on end-of-line labeling systems that require mechanical adjustments and frequent intervention.

The EZ-100 comes complete with an electro-pneumatic film control system that enables quick and easy changeover to different container sizes and shapes without expensive tooling changes.

The Flexographic Technology Association recently announced its Excellence in Flexography Award winners during its 56th Annual Forum in Baltimore, MD

Norwood Marking Systems announces the global launch of two new thermal transfer printers designed for the unique challenges of emerging markets and entry-level variable print applications.

The new Trotter W is dedicated to wrap-around labeling of round containers and handles up to 150 cpm.

Labeling and printing machinery today must address growing customer desires for speed, flexibility and positive user experience.