Marking Technology 101: When and how to put the pedal to the metal Metal marking and coding has a long history. The first documented use of hallmarks – coded marks made on precious metals to certify their content or provenance – dates back to silver bars from around 350 AD. Ever since those early days,…
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On the Mark #9: Transitioning to Industry 5.0, the economic effects on packaging and more Catching up on interesting news and innovations in production, packaging and more Advanced analytics paves the way toward industry 5.0. Industry 5.0 represents the next stage of innovation in digital manufacturing. For manufacturers on the journey toward modernization and…
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Three ways manufacturing companies can prepare for an uncertain economy The projections about what the economy will bring in the coming months and years are all over the map. On one hand, big tech has made major layoffs. On the other, U.S. unemployment is at a 50-year low following an unexpectedly strong jobs report. But…
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Inkjet Printing 101: How TIJ and PIJ Stack Up Against Each Other When printing on secondary packaging – think corrugated cartons and cases for shipping multiple finished products to retailers — there are three main types of inkjet print head technologies to consider for best results: thermal ink jet (TIJ), piezoelectric inkjet (PIJ) and valve-jet.…
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On the Mark #8: The latest in flexible and smart packaging and Industry 4.0’s impact Catching up on interesting news and innovations in production, packaging and more Robotics innovation: Leading companies in automated bundling tools for the packaging industry. The packaging industry landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, with seemingly endless innovations. According…
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