Labelexpo Americas 2014 exhibitor preview: J-M

Labels & Labeling previews exhibitors at Labelexpo Americas 2014, with those companies falling into the J-M alphabetical group detailed below.

Mark Andy launches its Digital Series hybrid press designed to run at speeds up to 250ft/min

Jinda | Jordan Products | Jujo Thermal | K Laser Technology | Kocher + Beck | Kodak | Label Traxx | Label Vision Systems | Lederle Machine | Leonardus | Luminescence | Mark Andy | Martin Automatic | MCS | Midway Rotary Die Solutions | Multifeeder Technology | Multi-Plastics | Mühlbauer

Jinda

New products from Jinda include PE and PP labelstocks for the cosmetics and home chemicals market in both clear and white grades,where a ‘soft touch’ feel is required. Also a clear-on-clear BOPP wine labelstock which also has applications for premium beer and cosmetics labels.

Jordan Products

Jordan Products introduces Covert-ID, a peel-to-activate film that allows a confidential code to be securely carried within a single layer of thin optical film. The optical thin film also has color shifting metallic properties which give it an attractive aesthetic.

The variable covert image is in registration with visible overt printing, so the hidden code can be securely tracked throughout the manufacturing process and supply chain.  This visible printing can be a QR code which matches the covert code, links to a website for covert code input verification, or relates to the code in a confidential database. Applications include software authentication and pharmaceutical authentication.

Jujo Thermal

Jujo Thermal introduces to the US market the new multipurpose AL60KT-LH thermal face stock grade, a topcoated paper for demanding applications in applications from retail and transport to deep freeze use. AL60KT-LH has good wet strength and superior pre-printing properties in both offset and flexo.

K Laser Technology

K Laser Technology (USA) will feature its new Metal Effects and True Seamless holographic cold foils at Labelexpo Americas 2014. The new Metal Effects cold foil provides fresh new holographic patterns which greatly enhance labels and packaging. The True Seamless holographic cold foils provides 100 percent seamless holographic image without any re-combination or dark bands, and a high degree of brightness. The True Seamless holographic cold foil range is available In Rainbow and Pillars of Light holographic patterns. K Laser (USA) will also display its security hologram available in cold foils or in label formats.

Kocher + Beck

Kocher + Beck launches its UR Precision M automatic matrix transfer rewinding system, which ensures non-stop winding of self-adhesive waste matrix.

When the maximum roll diameter has been reached, a bump and cut mechanism automatically transfers the leading edge to the self-made core. The full roll is then rotated around to the exit position, and pneumatically pushed into a safety stop position to allow for an ergonomic lift off by the operator.

With the UR Precision M there is no need for extraction, silicone addition or any complex pipework, and the compact independent unit can be either free standing or press mounted.

Kodak

Kodak demonstrates its Flexcel NX high definition plate system, Prinergy Powerpack workflow and Spotless flexographic system for spot color replacement. For packaging that incorporates digital print features, Kodak will also discuss possible applications for its Prosper S-Series imprinting systems and the new Kodak Prosper 6000 Press. 

Label Traxx

Label Traxx will preview version 7.1 of its MIS software. Version 7.1 incorporates a new external document system that can store multiple document types, including PDF, .MOV, .DOC, .XLS and others. The storage system has been added to all areas of the program for storing the paper trail, proofs, ISO and other information.

An enhanced and improved connection from Label Traxx to the Esko Automation Engine and digital press front ends are also new to Version 7.1, with more specific job data being sent. Messages are automated when job changes are entered.

Label Vision Systems

Label Vision Systems will show the recently launched Integra 9580 handheld 1D and 2D barcode verifier. Integra 9580 is able to verify the quality and validate the data within all common barcode symbologies to ISO, ANSI and GS1 standards.

New features of the LVS 7000 and LVS 7500 in-line systems will also be presented, including the AutoScan Web Viewer and PDF Software modules. AutoScan Web Viewer allows users to simultaneously monitor up to 16 areas of interest per job on the web without having to manually move between each area of interest. The PDF Software module ensures the approved customer PDF file matches the actual print job. Any differences are automatically detected and flagged to the operator.

The LVS 7500 is now available as an 8.5in (216mm) version with a maximum readable label width of 8.5in.

Lederle Machine

Lederle Machine’s Rewind division introduces the ‘C-Class’ CE- certified table, which utilizes a proven AC drive system that is available in 120vac or 230vac and is backed by a one-year warranty. Includes an optional ‘constant speed’ feature and thermal printer

Leonardus

Leonardus launches its En-TAG platform. Based on nano-technology, the system integrates holograms with tracking, brand protection and product safety markers, with verification via an app on a smartphone. The system can be customized and can also integrate with multimedia content.

Luminescence

Luminescence launches a new range of security inks suitable for inkjet technologies. These can offer protection from counterfeiting or the alteration of data and can also be used as a key feature in track and trace systems.
 Inkjet inks can be supplied with various security features from standard UV fluorescence to multi-layered security levels. For the highest security levels, inks can be encoded with unique DNA taggants.
Luminescence security inks can be formulated to work with solvent based, water-based or UV-curing inks.

Mark Andy

Mark Andy launches its Digital Series hybrid press designed to run at speeds up to 250ft/min (76m/min). The press is configured with a 6-color UV ink jet printing (CMYKOV + W) with top-coating and fully integrated in-line modules including flexographic printing, various converting options, cold foil, screen and more. The machine platform is fully modular and expandable, with tooling compatible with Mark Andy’s Performance-series presses (for full report see L&L3).

Premiering to the North American market will be Mark Andy’s newest division, Mark Andy Print Products, which aims to be a one-stop shop for all the supplies, consumables and equipment required to support pressroom efficiency. The division maintains an extensive inventory and supplier network offering a full line of flexo and offset supplies, from plate mounting tapes to tint sleeves to doctor blades, and now an authorized distributor of Esko CDI equipment and DuPont Cyrel FAST flexographic platemaking systems.

Martin Automatic

The company’s MBS butt splicer now includes as standard ultrasonic sidelay sensors and spiral grooved rollers for unwinding and splicing clear film structures. The MBS now features a touch screen operator panel with expanded diagnostics.

The LRD transfer rewinder also now features touch screen control including recipe functions. The optional inline slitter package has been enhanced to offer lateral adjustment of the slitter and anvil roller assembly for quicker set-up, fine-tuning and changeover between jobs.

MCS

Both water-based and UV-curable inks – including spot colors - are now available for the MCS Eagle UV inkjet system on show at Labelexpo, designed to be added to a flexo or other web press. Print heads can be combined for a total width up to 25", with 600dpi resolution printing at up to 333 fpm. Drop size is adjustable between 6, 7, 11 and 14 pl as well as oversized drop capability.

Midway Rotary Die Solutions

Midway demonstrates its new manual die cutting station, designed to cut a wide range of tough materials including packaging film, transdermal medication patches and leather products for short runs, test samples, or prototyping needs. The unit features infinite adjustability of the material guide system and an FDA-approved coating on the press frames is available for medical clean room use. It can also be fitted with a drive system for integration into print or converting lines.

Mulifeeder Technology

Multifeeder Technology will be debuting the latest version of its Booklet-to-Web 1300dhsl system. The system places booklets or sheets on a high speed web to aid in creating value-added products.


Multi-Plastics

Multi-Plastics expands its flexible packaging line to include coated polypropylene films from Jindal Films and laminated pouch materials.  Examples of the company’s patent-pending, EZTear lamination structure will be on display. Multi-Plastics’ goal is ‘to help narrow web flexo printers realize how successful they can be by diversifying their product offerings to include flexible packaging and unsupported films’.

Mühlbauer

The Mühlbauer PL 30000 RFID Personalization line will be unveiled. Mühlbauer’s universal platform now enables fully automated high speed chip encoding and print personalization of RFID labels and tickets (on reel and Z-fold) in one fully integrated system. Within the footprint of 3.6 x 1.6 meter, stations for barcode reading, chip encoding, variable data printing, UV curing, camera inspection, RFID verification, bad tag removal and auto remake of rejects are integrated. Processing times for the PL 30000 peak at 30,0000 units per hour, a major improvement over the predecessor system PL 20000.