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Prints, cuts; 3 min/sheet

The new Impressa 3 digital press is a third-generation system designed for production environments. It prints and cuts full-color labels and decals in any size or shape, all within a single unit. It is priced thousands of dollars less than other digital label presses, none of which include the ability to digitally cut labels while printing, says co. Printers, including flexo, offset, and screen, can now build new profits on short-run label printing jobs. Because the entire process is digital, Impressa 3 eliminates the need for negatives, plates, artwork, make-ready, dies, inks or clean up. Using co.'s patented Digital DieCut™ technology, Impressa 3 can cut any shape, including complicated contour cuts around artwork, eliminating costly hard-tooled rotary or flat dies.

Primera Technology, Inc., 763/475-6676, fax: 763/475-6677, www.primeratechnology.com

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Handles narrow to wide edge trim

The FOX TrimAway® and FOX Runner® systems efficiently remove trim from paper, film, foil, board, nonwovens and textiles. Trim from 1/16- to 6-in. wide can be handled at speeds of up to 4,000 fpm. The venturi-based FOX TrimAway includes a Gast® Regenerative Blower and adjustable venturi. It transports waste to any collection point, can be integrated with recycling equipment, and operates as a single installation or as a coherent system consisting of several TrimAways. The versatile FOX Runner® is a portable version of the TrimAway that can be quickly engaged and disengaged and easily rolled, on built-in wheels, from one production line to another.

Converter Accessory Corp., 800/433-2413, fax: 610/863-7818, www.handleyourweb.com

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Senses needed power level

The PerforMAX is reportedly the first and only system that automatically senses the static-neutralizing power needed to remove a charge from a surface and adjusts ion output of the static bar to achieve the most effective static-neutralizing performance. The extended range, high-speed system ends static charges even when installed up to 10 in. from the web surface, and up to 20 in. on winders. PerforMAX consists of a control module and static bar; the module monitors output at the static bar, indicates when the bar needs cleaning and other conditions that may prevent peak performance. PerforMAX is also equipped with a range switch that optimizes flexibility and performance by setting for applications where the static bar is located less than 3 or greater than 3 in. away from the target material.

SIMCO Industrial Static Control, 215/997-3455, customerservice@simcomail.com

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Through-cure consistency

Co.'s newest Cold-Foil Package equipment for a variety of through-cure, cold-foil printing applications fits any style press. It is meant for interprint sequencing, moving from one press to another, and can apply foil first-down, last-down, trapped and/or varnished. The complete station includes a flexo printhead, unwind/rewind, nip roller and UV system.

Telstar Engineering, 952/890-9440.

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Positional printhead

The Projecon SP-4530TX roll-to-roll or box-to-box flatbed screen printer can be used to print on ribbons, lanyards, shoestrings and webs. It features a positional printhead/screen assembly and speeds of up to 1,800 impressions/hr. The use of precision servomotors for the web-transfer drive and registration coupled to optical sensors allows for precise registration. It feeds up to eight 25-mm-wide ribbons and prints on all of them in each print cycle. The modular print/transfer unit consists of a web guide, a printing assembly, and a servomotor-driven transfer drum. The line can be expanded to print up to five colors and be equipped with intermediate dryers between print stations. Thermostatically controlled hot-plate and/or forced hot-air tunnel drying are offered.

Liberty ITI, 903/667-5584, 513/248-8088, www. libertyiti.com

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Uncoated for flexo printing

New Premier™ uncoated envelope paper provides office-product converters with an affordable, quality alternative to coated stock that is highly suited for four-color flexo printing. It is said to have the print fidelity of a coated stock with the converting efficiency of uncoated paper. Offered in a 26# sheet with 89 brightness (as well as manufactured to spec), Premier is reportedly whiter, brighter and smoother with the same consistent, in-line cutting and folding performance of co.'s other envelope papers. Envelope converters are rapidly adopting CI-flexo printing as a counterpoint to traditional litho.

Glatfelter, 717/225-4711, www.glatfelter.com

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Narrow-web corona applications

A double-electrode, narrow-web corona treater is said to generate unprecedented watt densities at surprising line speeds. The design uses a stand-alone 7.5 kW P6000 power supply specifically engineered to treat one side of a web at extremely-high watt density. It comes equipped with two removable electrodes, each with individual single-point air gap adjust to provide independent gap control. Engineered to fit into compact press configurations, dual narrow web is available in top-side, two-side and bottom-side treat configurations. Corona units have removable electrode magazines and hands-free, high-voltage connections for simple cleaning and maintenance. Easy-to-install unit for tag, label or most any narrow-web applications treats up to 30 in.

Pillar Technologies, 888-PILLAR-6 (745-5276), www.pillartech.com

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Speeds OEM-problem resolution

SitePort™, a new software tool provides OEMs with universal access to converters' equipment controls and software. Using co.'s network to connect to customers' drives and PLCs, OEMs can maximize machine performance from any plant location. This increases productivity for customers and yields new process efficiencies and cost savings. SitePort combines co.'s monitoring, analysis, reporting, data storage, and technical support capabilities. As an Internet-based solution, SitePort enables OEMs to provide customers with real-time technical support, emergency software backup and recovery services, analysis of equipment performance, and quick download of new equipment settings and software upgrades.

ei3 Corp., www.ei3.com

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Servo-driven re-registration

The new ServoMaster label-converting system, specifically engineered for one-pass processing of in-mold labels, is fully servomotor-driven. It unwinds preprinted rollstock, re-registers printed labels into a multiple-cut die system, downloads the cut labels through stacking magazines, and then shuttles the die-cut labels into shrink-wrapped, uniform bricks of prespecified quantity—all in one pass. Web widths of 10-13 and 18-20 in. can be handled. Labor costs are said to be dramatically reduced because the ServoMaster needs just two operators, while traditional systems may need up to six workers.

Berkshire Converting Systems Group, 860/210-1300, fax: 860/210-0129, www.berkshireconvertingsystemsgroup.com

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Technology combination

New Thermodry™ infrared predryers are specifically engineered to solve various drying problems in the converting field. Using a combination of IR and convection technologies, the Thermodry line provides the best of both methods via more effective, efficient heat transfer, while increasing productivity and quality at lower operating costs, says co.

C.A. Litzler Co., Inc., 216/267-8020, www.calitzler.com

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High moisture barrier

New GHD OPP packaging film is said to have the highest moisture-barrier properties of any uncoated film. The material, a wide-seal, printable film with double the moisture barrier, extends product shelf life for bakery and snack foods and is particularly suited for "low-fat food" packaging. Its transparent properties deliver clear product visibility for consumers and ease of metal detection for end-user packagers. GHD's improved stiffness offers superior machineability and a more substantial package feel.

Trespaphan America, 800/424-6273, www.us.trespaphan.com

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Top speed to 330/min

The PMC 1002 cup former features a top design speed of 330/min—25 percent faster than the speed range of co.'s 1001 system. This output offers converters substantial per unit cost advantages across a full range of cup sizes from 4 to 32 oz, in a variety of cup-design options. Among the 1002's features: an easy-to-read, color touchscreen for simplified operator control, easier monitoring of alarms and production data, convenient access for maintenance and cleaning, and vertically raised safety enclosures for tight production spaces.

Paper Machinery Corp., 414/354-8050.

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Complements CCD methods

The new DC-2000 optical-inspection system is said to be both a cost-effective alternative to camera systems and a complement to existing CCD methods. Its advanced IR-optic system is improved by adding features that eliminate many problems typically associated with older models. Common defects (dirt, scum, fisheye, wrinkles, coating skips, thin spots) that might concern the papermaker are detected at speeds of up to 6,000 fpm—reportedly without interference from ambient room light. The DC-2000 detects holes down to 1/32 in. at production speeds. Features include continuous self-diagnostics, encoded TX and RX sections, a modular design with small footprint, and zone display.

Summit Engineering, 800/368-5204, fax: 804/743-8711, www.summitengineering.com

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For foil-pack structures

A new mid-performance, extrusion-coating sealant resin, Transcend™, provides good seal and hot-tack capabilities on foil compared to metallocene and PE where converters report adhesion to foil may be difficult, says co. Typical applications include towelettes and swabs, dry soup and powdered drink-mix pouches, and gravy and flavor-mix pouches. The resin is said to enhance overall packing performance due to its low temperature sealing ability and ease of slip modification.

DuPont Packaging and Industrial Polymers, 800/4DUPACK, www.dupont.com/packaging

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For dry-bond laminating

Robond™ L Series dry-bond laminating adhesives are water-based for the diverse requirements of food, beverage and consumer packaged goods. Each product in the line—Robond L-62, L-90D and L-37—has its own characteristics. L-62 is designed for flexible substrates commonly used in label markets as sleeves or shrink labels on bottles. L-90D is used for flexible-film laminates for food and non-food packaging. L-37 is a one-component, VOC-compliant material for laminating flexible substrates in food packaging.

Rohm & Haas Co., 215/592-3205, fax: 215/592-6808, www.rohmhaas.com

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Fits mechanical winders

The new BZS 3 constant-tension system, an addition to co.'s line of brakes, clutches and safety chucks, maintains unwinding/winding tension for mechanical winders. It combines a sensor for non-contact scanning and measurement of the roll, lap or reel diameter and a control module. The BZS 3 converts the electric signal into an analog pressure signal to produce the required pneumatic pressure for the brake or slip clutch to maintain constant tension, which is also adjustable.

Boschert LLC, 251/602-0008, fax: 251/602-6576.

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100% narrow-web QC

The PrintVision/Apollo-Label reportedly delivers 100-percent inspection for complete quality control of label printing and production. It visually inspects narrow-web products and labels, while being integrated with a rewinder or other finishing equipment for a total automatic inspection station, or it can be mounted on the press. Employing an LCCD camera and high-tech software, the Apollo-Label stores "good master images" in its memory during setup; tolerances can be set independently so the operator has maximum freedom in job-setting. Sections with defects can be marked on the roll for later removal. A single monitor toggles easily among the master image, running job and the latest fault.

Advanced Vision Technology/AVT, 770/541-9780, www.avt-inc.com

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Planetary tucking system

The new Calypso™ Crossfolder for nonwoven materials uses an unusual planetary tucking system to end the need for complex vacuum arrangements. Available in 1-, 2- and 4-wide models, the Calypso features a wide range of cut-off lengths with no change parts required. It handles C, Z or V-folds in a standard configuration through a broad line of folded widths.

Paper Converting Machine Co., 920/494-5601, fax: 920/494-8865, www.pcmc.com

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Fits film, sheet, coating extrusion

A flat-die clamping system for film, sheet and extrusion-coating applications is said to replace laborious tasks requir-ed for die clean-outs and color changes with a mechanized process that clamps and releases the die halves in less than 1 min. The product is centered on a series of hydromechanical clamps positioned along the backline of the die manifold in the same locations occupied by the body bolts in a conventional die.

Extrusion Dies, Inc., 715/726-1201, fax: 715/726-2205, www.extrusiondies.com

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