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HanGlory Group invests in hybrid future

Piotr Wnuk — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:16:25 +0000

Digital printing 15 July 2024

HanGlory Group invests in hybrid future

Chinese developer of inkjet drive technology commits to standalone and hybrid label press development.

Chinese print and converting machinery suppliers have been making major strides on the world stage at recent Labelexpo shows around the world, but not much is known about their backgrounds.

L&L recently got the chance to look in depth at one of these suppliers, Shenzhen HanGlory Group, whose upgraded LabStar 330S UV inkjet press – in both standalone and hybrid formats – was introduced to visitors at Labelexpos in Brussels and Shanghai last year.

Shenzhen HanGlory Group is a relatively recent start-up, having launched in 2010. Since then, the company has developed a strong IP suite with 280 patents covering a range of core inkjet technologies for the precision driving of third-party inkjet heads.

‘We do not simply use inkjet heads off the shelf,’ says Johnson Lai, HanGlory Group brand director. ‘It is about how to control the drop size and how to redevelop a print head for industrial use.’

Label Source-HangGlobal LabStar 330S hybrid press

HanGlory owns a pigment water-based ink manufacturing factory in Zhuhai City, while UV inkjet inks are brought from outside. HanGlory runs comprehensive tests to ensure tight matching between ink and printhead.

The company’s core inkjet technology is applied across a range of digital printing systems for industries as diverse as textiles, garment printing, corrugated packaging, book printing, precision PCBs (jetting conductive inks) and labels, and in configurations from wide-format to water-based corrugated presses to compact inline UV inkjet label presses.

“We do not simply use inkjet heads off the shelf. It is about how to control the drop size and how to redevelop a print head for industrial use”

As well as building its own machinery, HanGlory is an OEM supplier to well-known international machine builders, with five to six projects currently underway.

Since its inception, Hanglory has focused on international markets, establishing a US operation in 2017 and becoming a regular exhibitor at Drupa and global Labelexpo shows. Over 50 digital label presses have been sold outside China.

Digital label technology

HanGlory is divided into a number of divisions according to application. For the labels industry, this is HanGlobal.

HanGlobal launched the Labstar 330S single-pass UV inkjet press in 2017. Since then, 50 presses have been sold to converters in Europe, Russia and North and South Americas. Key customers have included EuroLabel in Milan, one of two machines sold in Italy. ‘Italy could become a hub for us,’ says Lai.

In Mexico, there are currently three standalone LabStar 330S installations, with the first hybrid press installed and a second to follow. Multiple presses have been sold to Russian converters. The standard Labstar model is white + CMYK, with a double white mode optionally available. The upgraded Labstar 330S is now available with seven colors, shipping with CMYK and two spot colors chosen from OVG and an optional digital varnish unit capable of producing 3D embossed varnish-type effects.

Lai says the digital varnish head jets a 20+ DPL drop size capable of a 5-micron build, making it suitable as a Screen replacement for applications including wine labels.

This press can also be configured with digital cold foil lamination, jetting a UV-cured adhesive using the same heavy coat weight inkjet head.

‘We call this a digital hot foil unit,’ says Lai. ‘We reheat the adhesive with a heat roll to 40-50deg to make it tacky, meaning you do not a need UV lamp for the final cure.’

A cooling system for the inkjet heads and UV chill rollers allows the handling of heat-sensitive materials including thermal paper and shrink sleeve labels.

‘Since 2010 the company has developed a strong IP suite with 280 patents covering a range of core inkjet technologies for precision driving of third-party inkjet heads.’

The substrate range of the press includes non-label materials such as folding cartons and garment tags.

Lai says over 90 percent of the label materials tested by HanGlobal can be used without a primer.

The LabStar 330S prints at 50m/min at 600DPI resolution on a maximum web width of 350mm (108mm per head x3 = 324mm print width). The press includes LED-UV pinning and a final conventional UV cure.

HanGlory has developed its own machine control software, which delivers intelligent standby mode – so the machine is instantly available with no heat-up period – intelligent order management, variable data printing and ink usage/cost calculation.

The press includes a re-registration function.

Flexo hybrid

At Labelexpos in Asia and Europe last year HanGlobal launched its first hybrid press in a joint venture with flexo press specialist Label Source.

A new joint company was set up called HanLabel to develop the project.

New is a semi-rotary flexo printing unit that can be switched to full rotary operation. The flexo printing units can run either left-to-right or right-to-left with two independent ink trains.

‘The flexo unit is ideal for a range of added-value applications, including multi-layer labels and labels incorporating spot colors, temperature-changing inks, heat transfer labels and much more,’ says Lai. ‘The semi-rotary flexo units for special vanish applications along with semi-rotary die-cutting means there is no need to change plate and magnetic cylinders, considerably reducing upfront investment.’

As an option, HanGlory offers the CGS Oris color management system for spot color matching, which can also be used to manage both flexo and digital color units on a combination press.

Johnson Lai, HanGlory Group brand director

Other conventional technology modules include cold foiling, high gloss/matte flexo varnishing and semi-rotary or full rotary die-cutting.

Flexo cold foil and can also be placed before the print engine to print digitally on foil.

‘Flexo white can also be placed before the digital unit. Inkjet white can be a problem because it has bigger pigment particles and can clog up more.’

The press controller is built by Label Source.

‘Inkjet prints only at one speed, not like conventional where you have to ramp up and down. So, it is only when the web is up to speed you start to print when the auto register and auto pressure adjustment take over.’

Lai points out that the hybrid press does not require operators with flexo skills, since the flexo units are mainly used for coating.

Process transformation

HanGlory recently moved into a vast combined showroom, factory, R&D and sales support complex in Shenzhen.
A key focus, alongside inkjet development, is on automating print industry workflows, including color management; reducing reliance on skilled technical personnel; allowing
for last-minute order changes, prioritization, sorting and cancellation; and enabling non-stop file loading without downtime.

The company’s self-built intelligent MES production management system is under pilot testing across various industries including corrugated, garment manufacturing and labels. It interfaces with customers’ ERP systems to realize the benefits of data-driven manufacturing.

Thirty of the company’s engineers are from an IT background and the company owner is a former executive at Chinese cellphone and network powerhouse Huawei, which gives an insight into HanGlory’s priorities.

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Morya Labels goes digital to keep up with the start-up boom

Akanksha Meena — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:27:47 +0000

Digital printing 05 July 2024

Morya Labels goes digital to keep up with the start-up boom

India-based label converter diversifies its business by installing a Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 230 digital press.

India-based label converter diversifies its business by installing a Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 230 digital press, the company’s first investment outside off set, screen and flexo in more than 15 years.

One of the most intriguing and dynamic trends in recent decades has been India’s start-up movement. The country has blossomed into a hub for entrepreneurial vigor, particularly within the realm of e-commerce. Remarkably, this phenomenon extends beyond the confines of large cities and commercial centers.

This spurred Mumbai-based, Morya Labels to broaden its horizons and introduce Morya Digital Labels (MDL) in late 2023, aiming to cater to the start-up industry with short-run jobs digital printing services.

Discussing the surge in India’s start-up economy, Amit Bera, director at MDL, remarks: ‘With the burgeoning Indian start-up ecosystem and the overall economic landscape, there is a widespread aspiration for entrepreneurship and brand creation. Whether venturing into food-tech or IT brand, the entrepreneurial drive permeates all sectors today. And what’s a brand without labels and great packaging?’

With more than 15 years of experience in the print industry, Morya Labels boasts a seasoned presence in the labeling sector. Established by Ramesh Vanga and Babaji Gopale, the company fulfills diverse label needs through offset and screen printing, serving prominent Indian beverage brands such as Oxyrich (Manikchand), Kingfisher, McDowell, and more.

Newly installed Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 230 gives Morya Digital Labels the capability to bolster emerging brands

In 2021, Morya Labels ventured into a new domain with the establishment of Shri Morya Packaging, emphasizing roll-form labels. The company made significant investments in three flexo machines from China and Vietnam to bolster this division.

Embarking on the digital journey, one label at a time

Bera comments: ‘Ramesh Vanga had contemplated transitioning to digital for some time now. We are witnessing a significant shift in label procurement patterns, with a preference for smaller, more frequent orders – making digital printing an ideal choice.’

That’s when Bera and his team commenced their research of new digital label machinery, engaging with all the major machine manufacturers, before ultimately selecting Konica Minolta’s AccurioLabel 230.

He elaborates: ‘Print quality was paramount for us. We sought a press versatile enough to meet the diverse needs of our label portfolio, spanning form beverage to the food industry.

‘We were particularly eager to acquire a robust roll-to-roll digital label printing machine, to complement our stack flexo presses. With its 4-color toner-based printing and impressive speeds of up to 23.4m/min, jobs move swiftly from production to delivery. Director Ramesh Vanga and I were thoroughly impressed by the quality, performance and technology of Konica Minolta’s AccurioLabel 230 - it exceeded our expectations.’

The AccurioLabel 230 is a 13-inch-wide roll-to-roll machine with an unwinder and rewinder supplied by Brotech.

Vijay Kamat, Konica Minolta’s product manager of industrial printing, explains: ‘The AccurioLabel 230 offers customers a host of advantages, including enhanced productivity, flexibility and stability. The AccurioPress engine caters to small- and mid-range segments, making it suitable for label printers, print providers, brand owners, packaging companies and commercial printers.’

The label line delivers print runs of up to 1,000 meters at 1,200 DPI without the need for recalibration. With an enhanced speed, it accommodates most coated/uncoated papers. PP and PET media can be printed at full speed. Additionally, the machine is capable of printing pre-printed media, including overprinting flexo white pre-printed on clear PP labels.

Kamat further states: ‘Konica Minolta aimed to become a strategic partner for Morya Digital Labels. With the Accuriolabel 230 in place, MDL can incorporate digital content onto labels, addressing both short and ultra-short label printing requirements of its customers. Moreover, it enables MDL to explore new business opportunities that could not be considered before the installation of the AccrioLabel230.’

Empowered by its latest Konica Minolta press, Morya Digital Labels has a clear-cut strategy to expand its customer base from 650 to more than 1,000 customers.

Bera shares: ‘The world is evolving rapidly, and it is crucial for label converters to aid brand development in this dynamic landscape. I firmly believe that digitally printed labels play a pivotal role in fostering the growth of start-up brands in India. We are engaging with numerous less-known brands, including those from smaller cities and regions, entrenched in the Indian start-up ecosystem, all seeking attractive labeling for their products. It’s more than just offering solutions; it’s about empowering them with customized strategies and insights to distinguish themselves in the market.’

In this context, the AccurioLabel 230 at Morya Digital Labels has the capability to bolster emerging brands in India’s flourishing start-up economy, propelling fledgling brands to the next level of success.

‘There is heightened awareness regarding labels and packaging, necessitating agility and efficiency on our part. We recognize that we are competing with the big players in the business, thus emphasizing the need to remain lean and responsive,’ Bera says.

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Dantex announces group MD promotion

Akanksha Meena — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:31:08 +0000

Dantex Group has promoted its UK managing director, Richard Bunney, to the position of group managing director, effective immediately.

Having been instrumental in overseeing all activities in the UK, including Dantex’s digital division based in Corby-Northants, as well as the analog and consumables business located in Bradford, Bunney’s new role will now include the group’s subsidiary companies and foreign markets, whilst continuing to work closely with the CEO to continue driving the company forward.

Bunney said: ‘Continuing to lead such a talented team and managing a dynamic product portfolio is a source of great pride for me and I very much look forward to further developing and driving the company’s progress.’

Dantex Group CEO, Ben Danon, added: ‘Richard has been instrumental in advancing Dantex's UK company, consistently embodying the core values and philosophies that define the company. Under his leadership, Dantex Graphics has experienced robust growth and development, with a strategy that can now be deployed across our Group. I am thoroughly looking forward to supporting Richard in his new role.

‘Collectively, we are committed to reinforcing a unified strategy across the group - one company, one goal, one success.’

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Maggie Reed appointed Edale’s US sales manager

Piotr Wnuk — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:27:04 +0000

Edale has expanded its reach into the North American market with the appointment of Maggie Reed as sales manager.

A highly experienced name in the industry, Reed’s tenure at companies such as Fujifilm saw her working closely with Edale. As a result, she is set to make an immediate impact, having previously seen Edale’s demonstration presses and the evolution of the business.

Darren Pickford, sales director at Edale, commented: ‘We are delighted to welcome Maggie to the business. She has already hit the ground running, forging new relationships and contacts in her area to build on our 40-year history of supplying the US market. As we look to accelerate our presence and commercial footprint, Maggie’s appointment marks a significant step in that journey.

‘With a rich 75-year heritage, Edale is very much a people-centric business. We pride ourselves on having an exceptional team and delivering outstanding one-to-one service for our carton and label customers. Maggie’s experience and skills make her an ideal fit for us as we continue to solidify a very strong position throughout the US and Canada. For converters looking to level up their label and carton operations, Maggie is on call to make it a reality.’

Reed added: ‘I’m delighted to join the Edale team, having been impressed in previous roles by the expertise and customer focus they offer. The technology is market-leading and is perfectly positioned to help customers improve print quality, productivity and profitability. There are many highlights, but we’re expecting to see great interest in the FL5 Carton Production line in particular, which brings many of the complex carton production processes fully inline. It is a unique and more sustainable solution, offering features and benefits that we believe no other press on the market today can match.

‘Printers and converters are under pressure to deliver, and that’s where our advancements in efficiency have been recognised with numerous excellence in print awards by the FTA. I look forward to sharing that with our customers both new and existing, across the US.’

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Mi’er enters label business with digital technology

Akanksha Meena — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:59:09 +0000

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Mi’er enters label business with digital technology

Chinese commercial print company expands into personalized label and flexible packaging production with a new digital press.

Founded in 1992, located in Minhang District, Shanghai, Mi’er is a company focused on commercial printing and book publishing.

‘In the printing industry for more than 30 years, Mi’er has experienced and witnessed different periods of development of this industry in the Chinese market, including periods of early development, rapid growth, declining growth and now the complete transformation by digital technology,’ shares Yao Yuande, founder and general manager of the company.

The overall development of Mi’er is consistent with the pace of the print industry’s wider development. ‘I felt the huge demand and potential for printed matter in the Chinese market when we established this company. With the development of the business, we have accumulated many high-quality loyal international brand customers, like Bosch and Disney.’ Yao reveals that at its peak, the company’s annual sales reached 30 million RMB (4.15M USD), and has more than 100 employees.

When it reached the 2010s, Mi’er realized that the growth of its existing business had reached a bottleneck, as the entire market entered a stable development stage where little real growth was happening.

The size of the label is small, the related investment pressure is relatively small, its growth is currently the fastest in the whole printing field, and the profit and market prospects are considerable

To achieve longer-term growth, the company started actively looking for new areas to invest in. ‘The first new area we tried was the folding cartons industry,’ recalls Yao. ‘We invested in a new factory and equipment in Shanghai. But we found that this field is not suitable for small and micro enterprises like Mi’er, because the capital investment required is very large and the profit margin of this industry is not as high as we expected.’

At the same time, the company was faced with declining demand across its commercial printing business. The situation became worse when its book and publication business took a major hit after the Chinese government banned extra-curricular teaching and training courses in 2021. Then came the global pandemic.

Mi’er made full use of the lockdown years to lay out new plans. The company actively integrated the existing businesses, continuously improved internal management efficiency, reduced production costs, and concentrated resources on servicing high-value customers, thereby enhancing the company’s overall market competitiveness.

The company once again searched for a new direction for growth. This time, they set the target firmly in the field of label printing. ‘We learned from the experience and lessons of that first unfavorable transition. Before setting the new target, we visited relevant industry events to understand the trends and growth prospects of label printing. The size of the label is small, the related investment is relatively small, its growth is currently the fastest in the whole printing field, and the profit and market prospects are very considerable, which prompted us to transition to this industry,’ explains Yao.

New business

After selecting its new focus, Mi’er quickly started investing in the necessary equipment for label production.

‘After comparing conventional printing and digital printing technology, we chose digital printing equipment,’ recalls Yao. ‘The development of digital printing technology in the past two years has been very rapid, especially in the field of small and medium-sized label orders, which is our future core target market.’

But which digital press to choose? Mi’er carried out a lot of research before investing because they were beginners in digital printing technology.

After comparing the printing performance, printing speed, available materials range, and the color control system on different presses, Mi’er locked into UV inkjet printing technology. In October 2023, its first label printing equipment, a Screen L350UV SAI UV inkjet press was installed. ‘We are confident about the quality of Screen products. What most impressed me is that, in addition to printing label products, this device can also perform very well for flexible packaging products, which is exactly the business area we want to explore. And the color calibration software of this press could solve our color consistency requirements for digital printing products,’ Yao tells L&L.

Mi’er has also invested in three Rhyguan die-cutting machines for its new business. In addition, a new DMS digital foil machine will be installed in May.

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PrintFlex Graphics expands capacity with Gallus

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 23:14:49 +0000

One year after installing the first Gallus One in North America, PrintFlex Graphics has confirmed investment in a new Gallus Labelmaster to further expand its capacity and innovate with new product offerings.

After the pandemic highlighted the St. Louis-based company’s need to expand into new markets and invest in more efficient production methods, PrintFlex began tracking the amount of existing short run work it could move to a digital press.

Equipped with a fourteen-unit Gallus EM 280, the company set its sights on the compact Gallus One digital press from Heidelberg. The machine, which prints CMYK+W at up to 230 ft/min (70 m/min) and achieves 85 percent white opacity at top running speed, was installed in December of 2023.

‘Our EM 280 was really designed to handle complex promotional pieces,’ said Liz Pecha-Poelker, CEO of PrintFlex. ‘We’ve been able to offload short runs, even some longer run jobs onto the Gallus One, and it just makes sense.’

According to Pecha-Poelker, the machine is more economical for the company’s less complicated work and opens up capacity on its flexo presses for improved throughput as well as enabling PrintFlex to expand its digital market presence.

‘We believe the Gallus One enables us to achieve the lowest total cost of ownership for digital label production,’ added Pecha-Poelker. ‘We’re having some fun finding the sweet spot for this machine and continue to find ways to enhance our product offerings with it.’

With a web width of up to 13 3/8in (340mm), the Gallus One enables PrintFlex to print material for base wraps for the first time – offering additional in-store promotional opportunities for its customers. The company has also begun producing hybrid work – printing different layers on its digital and flexo Gallus presses for versioning purposes.

‘The color and registration are great. Everyone is thrilled with the results,’ said Pecha-Poelker. ‘We had no previous experience running a press, but with outstanding training from the Heidelberg Gallus team, we were able to learn quickly. It’s very easy to run and clean.’

Looking for ways to further boost efficiency throughout its production, PrintFlex is set to install a new Gallus Labelmaster later this summer.

The new Labelmaster is a multiweb 10-color press, equipped with three die-cutting stations and an AeroLED UV curing system. The highly specialized machine will take over production of one of the company’s older flexo presses and run alongside its existing EM 280.

‘This Labelmaster will be an overall upgrade for us – increased efficiency, better quality, and registration.’

According to Pecha-Poelker, after the company’s operators are fully trained on the machine, day-to-day production will be much easier thanks to the machine’s simple and intuitive operation, short set-up times, and fast job changes.

‘Thanks to the success of the EM 280, we have a lot of confidence in Heidelberg Gallus technology and engineering. We’re excited to continue this partnership moving forward,’ concluded Pecha-Poelker.

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Janus International chooses Domino K600i print engine

Akanksha Meena — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:37:48 +0000

Janus International has installed a Domino K600i print engine for label embellishments using UV-curable clear ink.

Founded by late Joe Annunciation in the 1990s, Janus International became the first company in India to install a digital label press in 2008.

‘We are not merely a packaging printer; we are solution providers,’ said Denver Annunciation, director - strategic initiatives at Janus International. ‘Our focus has always been on understanding the unique challenges faced by our clients and delivering innovative, customized solutions that exceed their expectations.’

With a humble beginning as a corrugated business, Janus International swiftly transitioned into label printing, leveraging its founder's expertise and commitment to excellence. Today, the company offers a wide array of services including pressure-sensitive labels, non-adhesive labels for beer bottles, mono cartons, shrink sleeves, in-mold labels, and laminates. Janus International caters to a wide range of industries including alcobev cosmetics, food and industrial.

Janus was in search of embellishment equipment to enhance the look and feel of its label products. The converter chose the Domino K600i print engine for embellishments on its labels using UV-curable clear ink. The equipment offers digital cold foil and digital varnish capabilities. The Domino K600i printer is capable of reaching speeds up to 150 meters a minute. It supports variable data printing and can also handle special tasks such as digital decorations and security printing with special inks.

Domino offers support through a dedicated team of experts and round-the-clock assistance.

The converter fosters a culture of out-of-the-box thinking and continuous improvement, ensuring that every aspect of the business is optimized for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Ajay RaoRane, vice-president, digital printing solutions at Domino India, said: ‘We are proud to collaborate with Janus International, a visionary company that shares our passion for innovation and customer satisfaction. The Domino K600i customized solution for embellishment applications was possible because of the trust Janus International has put in Domino and we are confident that we can deliver the desired solution for their needs, it is a collaborative effort from both the companies.’

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HP India partners with Atal Incubation Centre of Coffee Board

Akanksha Meena — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:00:45 +0000

HP India Sales has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Atal Incubation Centre of Coffee Board (AIC CCRI CED) on May 22, 2024 in a significant move to foster innovation and growth among startups.

This strategic partnership aims to provide startups with digital printing and packaging technology, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in today's competitive market.

Under this collaboration, HP will offer comprehensive support to these startups, including insights into industry trends, best practices, and the latest advancements in printing and packaging technologies. This initiative underscores HP's commitment to empowering emerging businesses and driving technological innovation in the industry.

The MoU was formally signed by Praveen HJ, CEO of AIC-CCRI-CED, Coffee Board, and Appadurai, country manager of indigo & inkjet solutions, HP India. The signing ceremony was attended by key figures such as Naipal Singh, business development manager at HP India Sales along with members of the AIC-CCRI-CED team. Their presence highlighted the importance of this partnership and the shared vision of fostering a robust startup ecosystem.

This collaboration is poised to bring significant benefits to startups, providing them with the expertise and resources needed to enhance their operational capabilities and market reach. By leveraging HP's advanced technology and industry expertise, these startups will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of the printing and packaging sectors.

Praveen HJ, commented: ‘We are excited to collaborate with HP India in this significant initiative to support startups. This partnership will provide invaluable resources and expertise in digital printing and packaging, enabling our startups to enhance their operational efficiency and market reach. Together, we are committed to fostering an environment of innovation and growth, and we look forward to seeing the transformative impact this collaboration will have on the startup community.’

Appadurai emphasized: ‘This collaboration with the Atal Incubation Centre of Coffee Board offers startups a unique opportunity to access high-quality packaging solutions without the constraints of minimum order quantities. By utilizing our advanced digital printing technologies, startups can benefit from faster time to market, variable data printing, and the elimination of unwanted inventory wastage. Additionally, there are no plate or cylinder costs, allowing startups to avoid blocking their working capital. This means they can print as much as they need, exactly when they need it, thereby optimizing their resources and focusing on growth and innovation.’

As both organizations work together, they aim to create a nurturing environment that supports the development of groundbreaking ideas and solutions, ultimately contributing to the advancement of the industry.

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Akanksha Meena — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:49:08 +0000

Bixolon Europe, a subsidiary of Bixolon, a manufacturer of advanced receipt, label, and mobile printers, has integrated its barcode labeling technology into UK-based independent event specialist G Rigging & Lighting’s inventory management system, providing an improved stock identification and delivery system for the business.

Founded in 2011, G Rigging & Lighting is a provider of tailored rigging and lighting products for various events, from concerts and festivals to film productions and exhibitions. With a commitment to delivering high-quality services, G Rigging & Lighting sought to replace its manual stock identification and tracking systems with an automated barcode system to ensure the timely availability of equipment to its customers.

Working with Bixolon and Global Auto ID, Bixolon’s implementation partner, G Rigging & Lighting chose Bixolon’s XD5-40t 300 DPI thermal transfer desktop label printer and third-party wireless 2D rugged scanners to improve its inventory management systems and streamline operations. As a result, Bixolon’s technology now enables G Rigging & Lighting to label all assets with a unique barcode, which can then be scanned to manage stock levels more efficiently. This allows for the provision of real-time insights to enable improved decision-making regarding quoting, booking and provision of its equipment, compared to the previous manual process.

Additionally, Bixolon's printing solutions have enabled G Rigging & Lighting to automate manual tasks, reduce staff labor costs, and improve overall productivity. The system offers precise updates on stock availability and delivery schedules, elevating service quality and customer satisfaction. Moreover, it generates comprehensive audit trails and reports, ensuring regulatory compliance and accountability for regulations such as PAT testing schedules. By minimizing errors and discrepancies in stock records, the barcode system reduces costs associated with stock-outs, overstocking, and order fulfilment errors, contributing to a more efficient and cost-effective operation.

Joe Gee, director, G Rigging & Lighting, said: ‘We utilized the label printer to apply barcodes to our assets in stages, facilitating a gradual implementation of the solution rather than an immediate full-scale rollout which worked well for us.

‘The Bixolon printer has demonstrated reliability and simplicity in both setup and operation and in conjunction with Global Auto ID Ltd, has significantly improved our inventory management processes, allowing us to streamline operations and better serve our customers with a fast, accurate and reliable stock identification and tracking system.’

Jay Kim, managing director of Bixolon Europe, said: ‘The collaboration with G Rigging & Lighting marks another successful integration of Bixolon’s barcode labeling technology in the event management sector. We are excited to see how our printing solutions continue to drive efficiencies and customer satisfaction through improved stock control and look forward to continuing to work with G Rigging and Lighting Ltd into the future.’

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Domino launches new thermal inkjet technology for flexible packaging

Akanksha Meena — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:31:42 +0000

Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) has introduced a new thermal inkjet (TIJ) into TTO technology with the Domino Gx-Series range, tailored specifically for flexible packaging lines, including those used in food applications.

The new TIJ into TTO technology with the Domino Gx-Series range has been developed as an efficient alternative to traditional thermal transfer overprinting (TTO) for flexible packaging lines requiring simple 1-, 2-, or 4-line printed text codes and small-sized 2D codes up to 10 sqmm.

Before launch, the TIJ into TTO technology with the Domino Gx-Series range was subject to enhanced on-site testing from trial sites with simple text code requirements served by existing TTO technologies. Speaking about their experience using the TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range, a spokesperson from a major food and beverage brand, said: ‘Switching to Gx-series printers has meant we have gone from changing consumables twice per shift to once every four days – this has significantly reduced the number of line stoppages for consumable changes, helping to increase overall productivity.’

Alex Mountis, senior product manager – high-resolution inkjet, Domino Printing Sciences, said: ‘As a global, multi-technology coding and marking provider, Domino is committed to helping our customers identify the ideal coding solution for their specific needs. While TTO has long been considered the preferred option for flexible packaging lines, we recognize that such solutions are not always the optimum solution when it comes to the total cost of ownership. We developed the TIJ into a TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range as an easy-to-use, efficient, and cost-effective solution for manufacturers with simple code requirements who may not be effectively served by existing TTO solutions.’

For simple printed text codes and small-sized 2D codes, Domino’s new TIJ into TTO technology with the Domino Gx-Series range offers the same code quality afforded by TTO solutions while reportedly delivering significant cost and waste savings, as inefficient ribbon usage in standard TTO printers can drive up overall cost and waste per print. Domino’s TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range also provides benefits in reduced downtime requirements for consumables changes and machine intervention due to ribbon breakages.

In sample cost calculations, Domino’s TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range offered up to 95 percent waste savings and 70 percent cost savings from consumables and downtime compared with standard TTO solutions printing 1- and 2-line text codes, and 4-line text codes using two printheads, according to Domino. These calculations mean that manufacturers opting for Domino’s TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range, over an existing TTO, can expect a return on investment in as little as 12 months, Domino reported.

The TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range has been designed as a direct replacement for existing TTO, using the same bracketry as the most found TTO solutions. This allows for seamless integration within existing production lines without necessitating complex installation changes and adjustments. In addition, where cold temperatures may have previously made ink-based coding an issue, for example, in chilled or frozen food applications, the TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range has been designed with an integrated printhead heater, to maximize performance in these challenging environments.

Domino’s TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range is suitable for a range of plastic and metalized film applications with a range of ink options to suit different application requirements. This includes a broad selection of inks produced to GMP (good manufacturing practices) standards suitable for use on non-direct food contact packaging including snacks, confectionery, and individual portion packs. To ensure that manufacturers are provided with the optimal coding solution for their specific requirements, Domino offers testing and sample lab consultation for code quality, adhesion, and resistance, as well as production line testing to ensure the printer’s suitability within specific manufacturing environments.

Paul Clarke, portfolio director, Domino Printing Sciences, said: ‘At Domino, we pride ourselves on being able to support our customers with the most appropriate coding solution based on their individual needs, regardless of substrate, product, or production line. When it comes to printing on flexible packaging, there is no one-size-fits-all solution that will work for every manufacturer. Our TIJ into TTO solution with the Domino Gx-Series range has been developed as a cost-effective solution for manufacturers requiring simple codes on flexible packaging, and we are incredibly proud to bring this solution to the market.

‘For flexible packaging lines with alternative code requirements, including complex text, graphics, and larger-sized 1D and 2D barcodes, we have multiple alternative solutions, including our new Vx-Series TTO printers and UV laser for recyclable plastic films.’

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Domino launches new thermal inkjet technology for flexible packaging

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The new Domino Gx-Series range, featuring TIJ into TTO technology, offers an efficient alternative to traditional thermal transfer overprinting (TTO).

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The new Domino Gx-Series range, featuring TIJ into TTO technology, offers an efficient alternative to traditional thermal transfer overprinting (TTO).

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