Labelexpo Europe 2013 exhibitor preview: Inspection

AVT

Shows for the first time a 100 percent automatic hologram inspection system, working jointly with its traditional print inspection technologies. AVT says this allows all foils and holograms to be inspected without a second or third optic head on a printing press or doctor machine. AVT also introduces its next generation of PrintFlow print quality database with expanded production management capabilities and demonstrates the SpectraLab in-line spectral measurement module, providing absolute color measurements, L*a*b* color scale information and density readings.

Beijing Luster LightTech

Launches the LabelRoll-330T off-line inspection system, operating at speeds up to 150m/min with inspection accuracy down to 0.03 sq mm. The system will spot 3D defects as well as mis-register, bubbles, creases, die-cut problems, barcode problems, missing labels and other print defects. Extensive reporting functions are included.

BST

As well as a full range of inspection systems, BST shows AccuWeb web guiding systems, sensors and networking technology for web guiding tasks. The latest generation Qcenter is an intelligent, modular product line for centralized control of multiple quality assurance tasks, integrating web inspection, 100 percent inspection and in-line color measurement on a user-friendly touchscreen-operated interface. Nyquist introduces its TubeScan digital stroboscope on the BST stand, combining imaging technology with the stroboscopic principle to detect defects on reflective and metallized surfaces. A new software module additionally checks print and color. TubeScan covers working width of 330mm, 450mm, 650mm and 850mm. Deco Systems, also on the booth, shows its Scandiff offline file comparison system.

Crest Solutions

Crest Solutions releases PrintInspector 3.0, the next generation of its PrintInspector label inspection product. Built for thermal transfer printed labels, PrintInspector integrates seamlessly with Zebra, Sato and other printer models to inspect pre-defined label areas at the point of printing.  PrintInspector 3.0 inspects all common challenges in label printing including 1D and 2D barcodes, underburn, overburn, streaks, presence/absence, graphics and kanji characters. Multiple parameters can be configured on the system to suit individual customers’ requirements.

eltromat

Introduces its latest generation 100 percent print inspection system the twin_check 2.0, which is based on a new illumination unit capable of detecting errors on reflective materials or holograms and an RGB line scan camera which doubles the former resolution. The size of the inspection unit has been reduced by half, allowing both horizontal and vertical mountings and reduced weight. The established webvideo_star is now equipped with a new processing unit, which makes the system scalable. Customers can choose to add different modules such as a barcode or sample inspection systems; or, if 100 percent inspection is required, the webvideo_star can simply be upgraded to a complete twin_check 2.0 and/or in-line color measurement.

Erhardt+Leimer

The new ELCAM Pattern Guiding System allows the rewinder operator to check the print is exactly referenced to the slit position. The system can simultaneously measure and control the position of the printed image in relation to the die. It can be integrated into any digital E+L web guiding system and therefore permits accurate positioning during different stages of production. The ELCAM’s camera-based Matrix and Missing Label Detection System (MMLD) replaces conventional arrays of ultrasonic or optical sensors with a quick teach-in process. In case of a defect the event is sent via a digital interface to the machine controller that stops the web in exactly the right position on the splicing table. E+L also presents a new camera-based system that detects defects in the transparent coat of varnish applied to labels after printing.

EyeC

Displays the EyeC Proofiler off-line print inspection and proofing system designed for pre-press file-to-file comparison, press set-up, as well as incoming and outgoing quality checks. The EyeC ProofRunner is the in-line counterpart to the Proofiler and offers automatic 100 percent inspection and content verification based on the previously approved image.

LVS

The LVS 7000 in-line vision system has two new software enhancement features – an Auto Scan program and the PDF Comparator. For off-line verification, LVS releases the Integra 9580 handheld verifier for ISO/IEC and GS1 standards verification. The 9580 analyzes both 1D and 2D barcodes, including a wide range of direct part marked codes.

Nikka Research

The company’s established Alis L1 inspection family is extended with a new 250mm-wide model for pharmaceutical and digital printing applications while the L2 full inspection line adds 6K and 8K high resolution color options for precision inspection. On the low resolution end, a camera-based M1 missing label and basic inspection model is offered. The ODRI product line with print-to-PDF verification now includes multi-artwork support, color consistency check and optional barcode grading. Nikka applets grow to include e-ticket, Variable Data, OCR, Holograms, 1D and 2D codes, Delta E, register monitor, web viewing and in-image measurement. These can be added on the base inspection system for additional functionality.

Nyquist

The Nyquist TubeScan digital stroboscope is introduced on the BST stand, combining imaging technology with the stroboscopic principle to detect defects on reflective and metallized surfaces. A new software module additionally checks print and color. TubeScan covers working widths of 330mm, 450mm, 650mm and 850mm.

Tectonic

Print inspection systems and plate mounting machines on show.

Unilux

New Unilux LED2000 Series strobe light family combines operational and environmental benefits of LEDs with the power of xenon-based strobes. Benefits include increased inspection capabilities enabled by control of flash rate and flash duration, softer light for highly reflective surfaces, and smaller size for more flexible mounting options.

Read the full Labelexpo Europe 2013 show preview in Labels & Labeling #4, 2013

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