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WHAT’S NEW PRODUCTS Adding Security The Traceless thermal transfer ribbon automatically deposits a covert security marker on each label or item printed. The markers can only be detected with company’s handheld Traceless Imaging Reader, providing brand owners with a highly secure authentication tool said to be nearly impossible to compromise. Allows goods producers to add ultra-covert markers to their labels automatically by simply changing the printer ribbon with no impact on production processes or workflow. uKodak | 203-845-7115 | www.kodak.com PFFC-ASAP 317 Narrow Web & Label Offset for Short Runs The TCS 250 offset press now features a rotary die unit well suited for shortrun, high quality applications such as pharmaceutical and OTC markets. Finished label is produced inline in one go. Features servo-controlled, singledrive technology and modular extendability. Short setup and changeover times make the press economical, company adds. uGallus | 800-248-7649 | www.gallus.org PFFC-ASAP 320 Print Labels at Higher Speeds A new higher-speed version of company’s Vivo! short-run digital color label printer prints at a speed of 3 in./sec, a 50% increase in speed over the previous model. The electrophotographic digital label printing system is said to print photo-quality color labels on roll-fed label stock, allowing on-demand label printing with variable label content, including photos, graphics, and bar codes. uQuicklabel Systems | 877-757-7978 | www.quicklabel.com PFFC-ASAP 321 Digital Press Is Fast Advancements on the new DP9500 digital color press include an increased printing speed of 32 fpm color and 36 fpm black and white, said to improve productivity. Offers added material flexibility with a total media width of 12 in. and a lower fusing temperature, increasing the variety of materials that can be used with the machine. uDegrava Systems | 678-3230340 | visit www.degrava.com PFFC-ASAP 318 Cylinder Aids Production The HoLo magnetic embossing cylinder is designed for use with holographic film shims or plates. Holds films or plates magnetically and performs at temperatures in excess of 400 deg. Said to provide a 50% production increase in customer use. uBunting Magnetics Co. | 800-835-2526 | www.buntingmagnetics.com SU AI ST N AB PFFC-ASAP 322 IL IT Y Updated Software Makes Flow Smooth Revised version 4 of the Software Suite 7 highlights interoperability among company’s workflow components. Reportedly, file exchange has been made seamless between editor and workflow platforms. Updated BackStage features a new “Product” tool that brings basic asset management to the print production room. New BackStage Viewer, combining different use cases and an extensive set of file formats for Mac and Windows clients, is targeted for all packaging and label facilities that conduct prepress QA. uEskoArtwork | 800-743-7131 | www.eskoartwork.com PFFC-ASAP 319 WWW.PFFC-ONLINE.COM Stocks for “Green” Wine Labels Three additions to the Fasson brand line of EcoFriendly wine label stocks ensure recycling stream efficiencies and feature new materials and finishes designed for sustainability. All are made from 30% PCW and facesheets are paired with a 1.2-mil PET recyclable liner and wash-away adhesive that allows consumers or recyclers to remove labels cleanly from bottles after immersing them in water above 100 deg F. uAvery Dennison | 800-944-8511 | www.fasson.com PFFC-ASAP 323 Compact web guide, engineered for precise control of narrow webs, is said to fit easily onto production machines with minimal space and effort. Edge or center-line guiding is done via single or dual IR sensors. Features a userfriendly membrane keypad and an operator control panel that is easily removed and remounted on machine in location best suited to operator. uBST Pro Mark | 630-8339900 | www.bstpromark.com PFFC-ASAP 324 NOVEMBER 2008 | 27 Guide with Control http://www.kodak.com http://www.gallus.org http://www.quicklabel.com http://www.buntingmagnetics.com http://www.degrava.com http://www.eskoartwork.com http://www.fasson.com http://www.bstpromark.com http://WWW.PFFC-ONLINE.COM

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PFFC - November 2008 Contents First Glance Calendar of Events From the Editor Web Lines Process Management News Clips Narrow Web & Label Reporter Narrow Web & Label: What’s New Products TLMI Awards Card Making Web Coating Ink Dispensing Lab/Pilot/Technical Facilities Directory Testing & Measuring Products What’s New Products Services Directory Classified Marketplace Advertisers Index Experience Speaks

PFFC - November 2008

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