Packaging’s data evolution: from simple wrapper to sophisticated data carrier
The concept of product packaging has evolved from humble beginnings as a plain, loose wrapper, to a sophisticated, branded and data-marked means of providing...
‘Self-monitoring’ coder tipped to reduce business risks
INTERACTIVE Coding Equipment (ICE) has introduced a new thermal transfer overprinter (TTO), which the firm says can monitor and report on the quality of...
Canon Group confirms acquisition of Edale
CANON Production Printing and Canon Inc. has completed the acquisition of Hampshire-based packaging converting equipment manufacturer Edale.
Through this move, Canon said it is 'intensifying'...
New TTR launched to meet demand for printing on paper-based flexible film packs
MARKEM-Imaje has announced it is bringing a new grade of wax/resin thermal transfer ribbon (TTR) to market for the SmartDate X Series coders.
The move...
How digital link barcodes can enhance supply chain management and help address bottlenecks
Stephen Gryczka, director strategy and corporate development at Markem-Imaje, explains how digital link barcodes can enhance supply chain management and help to overcome packaging...
‘Pioneering’ software launched to help firms meet FMD compliance
MACSA ID UK Ltd has launched its 'pioneering' Serial Pharma software, to help meet the requirements of the EU Falsified Medical Directive (FMD).
The FMD...
Xaar outlines progress of Sustainability Roadmap
INKJET technology specialist Xaar has hosted its first Sustainability Week to mark the progress the firm's Sustainability Roadmap has had in its first year.
Initiatives...
Are you FMD-ready?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers must now comply with the Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD) which is aimed at reducing the number of falsified medicines infiltrating the European...
Coding and marking for the new dimension in patient health and safety
Stricter serialisation practices – requiring identification down to the individual dose of a pharmaceutical product – could help to mitigate unsafe medication practices and...
Gin bottling line a first for Ayrshire supplier
AN Ayrshire-based coding and labelling supplier has made its first foray into the booming gin market by supplying a Scots drinks firm with a...
