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Schreiner ProTech develops RFID component tracking label

Autoliv incorporates a customized version of Schreiner ProTech’s ((rfid))-Poly-Track label for inline data acquisitions and product authenticity.

L&NW Staff 10.22.20

FINAT stresses importance of labels during pandemic

“The European label and narrow web industry is strongly committed to playing its part in the critical infrastructure," says Jules Lejeune.

L&NW Staff 04.16.20

Inspection Equipment

Quality-assurance technologies can pay big dividends for label printers.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.03.20

Planning for recovery

When the virus abates, how will you rebuild?

Jack Kenny 04.03.20

New technologies set pace in label and packaging industry

Bobst is answering industry challenges with connectivity, digitalization, automation and sustainability.

Europe | Flexography

Omet assists pharmaceutical label converter

Fernando Staino Giocondi, Carlucci CEO, discusses his company's success with the Omet XFlex X6.

Medical Labels | North America | Smart Labels

Schreiner MediPharm partners with Kit Check

Their RFID-Labels allow hospital pharmacies to track and manage medication inventory and usage via intelligent software.

03.17.20

North America

FLAG offering coronavirus contingency plan

A support group will assist members whose businesses are impacted by COVID-19.

03.10.20

North America

ID Label unveils Eco Tote Renew

The linerless Eco Tote Renew is a durable label holder that applies permanently to reusable warehouse containers.

02.25.20

North America | Smart Labels

Avery Dennison continues ‘smart’ expansion

Partnerships, acquisitions and increased R&D have elevated the company’s position in this field.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Editor 02.20.20

Linerless labels leaving mark in retail

A recent report by Future Market Insights says rising global efforts to reduce counterfeiting are a driving force behind linerless label adoption.

02.12.20

Customer Service Drives

2020 Label Printing Advancements

Mark Lusky 01.31.20

Digital Printing | Ink and Coatings | North America

Competition is fierce in the label printing industry

Digital printing excels at producing short runs to meet the demands of niche audiences or regions.

Kristin Adams, Marketing manager, Kao Collins

Substrates | Sustainability

Paper industry sees growing audience

New data from Isobar cites an expanded audience of 18 to 49-year-old consumers who feel positive about paper and paper-based packaging products.

Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America

Craftsman Label improves quality with MacDermid and APR

Craftsman Label projects to save more than $80,000 over the course of a year by switching to MacDermid LUX ITP plate technology.

01.09.20

North America

L&NW’s top online features of 2019

Open houses with Nilpeter and AB Graphic, and product launches from Avery Dennison, were among the most popular original stories in 2019.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 12.12.19

Europe

GSE products provide quality assurance for Pharmalabel

GSE’s Colorsat Switch system and Ink manager software automate all ink-related processes and tasks at the Pharmalabel facility.

12.12.19

Flexible Packaging | Food Labels | North America

Glenroy creates flexible package for Yucatan Guacamole Squeeze

This flexible squeeze pouch allows for greater usage convenience and extended shelf-life for reduced waste.

11.07.19

Smart Labels

Report says e-commerce a key driver for growing smart labels market

Adoption of smart labels has also witnessed a sharp increase in the food industry.

11.05.19

ProMach acquires Jet Label & Packaging

The addition of Western Canada’s largest label manufacturer gives ProMach a 7th flagship converting facility as well as additional sales and service offices.

10.30.19

Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing

Brother Mobile Solutions unveils new thermal transfer printer

The TD-4 series prints clearly readable, durable labels needed for identifying and tracking warehouse items.

10.24.19

PragmatIC, Topolytics take on UK circular economy initiative

Another order has been announced for the ConnectIC family of ultra-low-cost flexible integrated circuits.

10.22.19

North America | Pharmaceutical Labels

Avery Dennison hosts Pharma Converter Academy

The event, which took place October 8-9, featured presentations, facility tours and product portfolio highlights.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 10.11.19

Medical Labels

Smart technology and added functionality are enhancing this highly-regulated labeling segment.

Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 10.11.19

Corona Treaters

This valuable converting process helps avoid delivery delays and costly reprints.

Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 10.11.19

Anilox Roll Cleaning

New anilox cleaning products give a boost to “the heart” of flexo.

Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 10.11.19

GSE unveils new automation controls

The new functions will improve the company's Colorsat Ink Dispensing Systems.

09.27.19

Xeikon develops new ‘smart label’ solution

Developed with UPM Raflatac and Magic Add, this cloud-based application enables track-and-trace capability for labels.

09.26.19

Label Traxx debuts new online interface

Users can approve proofs with Siteline from their mobile device, whenever they want.

09.25.19

Avery Dennison showcasing 'Connected World'

Visitors can see how NFC technology enables consumer engagement with features like augmented reality or connectivity with other online platforms.

09.23.19

mprint

At this year’s LabelExpo, mprint is showcasing various setups of its single color monojet® inkjet print engine line.

09.22.19

Digital Printing | Europe

Lake Image Systems, Ross Manufacturing develop inkjet printing and inspection system

The system automates the print production and inline inspection of secure documents, certificates, tax stamps and authentication labels.

09.10.19

M+A Insider: Confessions of an Operations Man

This month, a career "Operations Man" discusses the process for identifying targets for family-owned companies.

Rock LaManna 09.06.19

European Label Markets

A potential economic slowdown, including a hard Brexit, poses a challenge to the European label industry.

Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 09.06.19

Smart Labels

Smartrac unveils new Rain RFID inlays

Skyline inlays and tags have been developed for industrial on-metal applications.

08.12.19

Smart Labels

Smart technology poised to change airport travel

The use of RFID inlays in baggage labels could help promote successful global deployment.

Trish Kempkes, Director of Global Marketing & Communications, BW Papersystems 07.24.19

North America

Moquin Press finds success with Heidelberg’s Prinect Business Manager

The MIS system integrates Moquin’s entire business process, production, analytic and customer information into a smart print shop workflow.

07.19.19

Labelexpo Europe 2019 Product Preview

Labelexpo Europe 2019 takes place at the Brussels Expo in Brussels, Belgium, September 24-27.

07.10.19

Digital Printing | Finishing

AB Graphic Digital & Converting Summit set for July 16 and 17

The event will feature hands-on demonstrations of ABG's broad portfolio of equipment designed to give label converters a competitive edge.

06.12.19

Beer Labels | Food Labels | Glue-Applied | Pressure Sensitive

Global label printing market to reach $49.9 billion in 2024

A new Smithers Pira study shows PS labels continuing to increase market share.

05.21.19

North America

Avery Dennison delves into market trends

At the Intelligent Label Converter Academy, Laura Noll discussed new technologies and their impact on labels and packaging.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 05.13.19

Smart Labels

DELO, Mühlbauer and Impinj reach RFID milestone

They have developed DELO Monopox AC6545, supporting the high-speed assembly of copper-bonded RFID chips such as the Impinj Monza 6 family.

05.09.19

Medical Labels | North America | Pharmaceutical Labels | Pressure Sensitive | Substrates

Avery Dennison materials support healthcare industry

The company has engineered six portfolios specifically designed to support these challenging applications.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 04.22.19

Industrial Labels | North America

Avery Dennison drives development of durable labels

Paul Purdef describes the evolving technologies designed to handle the most stringent labeling demands.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 03.19.19

North America

Jet Marking Systems becomes certified partner of Markem-Imaje

The deal will increase parts, servicing and machinery availability for customers in Jet Marking Systems’ main territory of Western Canada.

03.18.19

LocatorX appoints former US Air Force secretary to Board of Directors

LocatorX offers a suite of products that improve product and tracking information, including unique 2D bar codes, an NFC/Bluetooth-encrypted chip and more.

03.15.19

North America | Smart Labels