product innovations
SATO launches new standalone tag printer
SATO, has launched a new tag printer, the DR3, to cater for the retail market’s increasing need for
more visible price marking and in-store promo- tions and for access control in the events sector. The printer can be used for garment tags, luggage tags, price labels, shelf-edge labels and food safety labels. It is also suitable for printing patron admis- sion tickets and wristbands- up to a thickness of 0.28 mm- for concerts, sporting events, clubs and similar occasions where access control is impor- tant. The DR3’s most significant feature is its standalone printing capabilities. Variable data can be input using a new SATO keypad, so the printer doesn’t need to be connected to a PC or host sys- tem. The machine is designed for easy configuration without using a host PC, but it can also be operated in online mode whilst connected to one - for example, for monitoring and remote printer management, even of multiple printers.
For more information call 01255 240000 or visit www.satouk.com.
Primera’s newest inkjet label printer
Primera Technology, Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialty printers, has announced its new LX900e Col- or Label Printer. LX900e is Primera’s fastest-ever inkjet colour label printer. It produces labels at speeds of up to 4.5” per second – almost 17 times faster than Primera’s best-selling LX810e Color Label Printer (for comparable print quality). Separate ink cartridges for cyan, magenta, yellow and black keep operating costs low since only one colour at a time needs to be re- placed. The semi-permanent print head utilizes all- new technology to produce razor-sharp text, brilliant graphics and the most photo-realistic printing ever of- fered on a dedicated short-run label printing device.
Automatic Flow wrapping in the middle of a field
Redpacks latest unique HTS Flow wrapping system was designed for one of Britain’s major producers of Salad Products to automate twin packaging of Celery Hearts. The aim of the new design was to
Typical applications include product labels for coffee, wine, water, bakery, confectionary, meat, cheese and hundreds of other specialty and gourmet foods.
For more information visit www.primerala- bel.eu. Or you can follow Primera on Twitter at www.twitter.com/PrimeraEU.
Johnsen & Jorgensen launches new addition to granules jar range
Johnsen and Jorgensen has extended its portfo- lio of container products for the pharmaceutical and health food industry with the introduction of a new 175ml addition to its amber glass range of granules jars. Now available as a stock range item, the 175ml jar complements exist- ing jars in 60, 100, 120, 200 and 250ml sizes and is ideal for packaging all types of granules, powders and vitamins. Made from quality am- ber glass and with a wide labelling area, the 175ml option has a 45mm wide neck which can take a variety of standard screw cap op- tions in black, white and brushed aluminium. Having recently celebrated its 125th anniver- sary, Johnsen and Jorgensen is highly experienced in the stringent packaging de- mands of the pharmaceutical and health food industries and works closely with its customers to ensure its bespoke jar designs and sizes de- liver the packaging solutions they need. Sales manager, Matt Scott commented: “We’ve seen market demand for a granules jar that sits be- tween the 120ml and 200ml sizes available and are therefore pleased to be able to now stock a 175ml amber glass option as standard.”
For more information call 01322 291111 or visit www.jjpack.com.
reduce the number of production operatives, speed up the grading and wrapping process, reduce the time from harvesting to packing and reducing prod- uct handling. The Celery hearts are harvested and conveyed into the rig at up to 140 pieces/minute where they are dynamically check weighed, con- veyed via a Redpack Phase feeder to a collating module, then through the flow wrapping module and out onto a rotary turntable with box packing station, the entire system is integrated with the Rig feed conveyor system. Redpack, who have many years of experience of providing machines for fresh produce for both rig and packhouse applica- tions, were aware that the finished machine had to be capable of withstanding the harsh conditions and movement of a field harvesting rig.
sales@redpack.co.uk.
NEW ALFA LAVAL ACCESS COVERS CARRY 3-A SYMBOL
Alfa Laval has introduced a new range of tank access covers that meets the requirements of the 3-A Sanitary Standard for cleanability. The new range includes two 3-A tank access cover mod- els, which have been approved by the 3A Symbol Council to be marked with the authorized 3-A Symbol; denoting Alfa Laval’s commitment to achieving the highest standards of hygienic de- sign. Process equipment displaying the coveted 3-A Symbol, demonstrably meets excellent ma-
terial, design and fabrication standards for cleanability and inspection. An example of a new Alfa Laval 3-A access tank cover is the Oval Cover Type LKD. Manufactured in 316L stainless steel, it is available in two sizes 440 x 320 mm and 535 x 435 with FDA-approved seals in EPDM, NBR, FPM or Silicone.
For more information call 01276 63383 or visit www.alfalaval.co.uk.
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