Every representation about food has the potential for misbranding claims in civil or criminal court. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s food labeling regulations are just another legal matter waiting for their day in court. The Labeling Craze of 2014 In 2014 we were presented with the latest labeling requirements complete with revised demands related to […]
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Improve OEE – Reduce Setup Time
When looking to improve productivity of packaging lines, many companies use the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) concept, which provides actionable data as to where improvements can be made. One of the three key OEE factors is Availability, the ratio of actual operating time to planned production time. Availability is reduced by downtime, which can be caused […]
Datamax Thermal Printer – 8 inch Width – PCL
If you have ever wanted to replace those old laser printers with a modern thermal or thermal transfer model that is HP compatible, you’ve been out of luck if you need to print up to 8 inches wide (maximum label web width is 9 inches). The wait is over though – our friends at […]
Pantone Colour of 2015 – Marsala 18-1438
Well, this is the time of year when the colour gurus at Pantone unleash their colour of the year for the new year. For 2015 they have chosen Marsala, Pantone 18-1438. The reports over the Internet are that this year, Pantone has come up with a colour that’s a bit of a dud. Pantone refers […]
How Efficient is Your Packaging Equipment?
Introduction to OEE Over the years there have been many methods used for measuring the efficiency of packaging equipment and complete packaging lines. Let’s face it, everyone wants to improve their processes and see where improvements can be made, but it isn’t always clear where to start. This is where the concept of Overall Equipment Effectiveness […]
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