In line Web Press
The ProGlide MSP™ in line web press is said to reduce workplace injury and increase productivity while maintaining OSHA's guidelines. Individual print station components and die cassettes are capable of being moved in and out of the press area with ease, in addition to offering lightweight press parts. At the unwind end, a ramp is available just below the roll so that it may be rolled to the floor, eliminating the necessity for lifting. Print stations are equipped with stop buttons, and a remote control web viewing station eliminates the need to reach across the moving web, offering further safety to the operator. For more information, call (636) 532-4433 or e-mail msulliva@markandy.com. — Mark Andy Comco
Folder-Gluer
FAB Ltd., a Turkish manufacturer of corrugating machinery, announces a complete line of specialty folder-gluers that are capable of handling straight line boxes, lock bottom boxes, four corner collapsible boxes (with and without lids), single and double pocket boxes and double wall boxes. Described as versatile and durable machines, these Turkish folder-gluers produce quality boxes at competitive prices. For more information, call (704) 845-1540 or e-mail JLMcD1492@aol.com. — ADI International
Label Dispenser
The model LD-100 automatic label dispenser advances labels up to 4 × 4-in. (length by width) for instant picking. The absence of mechanical switches prevents operational problems from occurring, and the heavy-duty steel construction and design is said to withstand the most demanding environments. For more information, call (877) 833-7149 or e-mail info@labelmate.com. — Labelmate, LLC.
Plate Densitometer
Plate-Chek, an offset plate densitometer, provides dot area readings on offset printing plates to calibrate platesetters and control plate exposures. The dot area function allows monitoring dot reproduction on printing plates made by either direct-to-plate or conventional means of plate exposure. For more information, call (800) 877-3367 or e-mail sales@tobiasinc.com. — Tobias Associates, Inc.
Thermal Transfer Ribbons
The compatibility of 15 thermal transfer ribbons have been tested with Raflatac label substrates, ranging from uncoated paper to mid-range synthetics. Evaluated for criteria such as scratch and smudge resistance, fine-line resolution, graphics clarity, color and near edge printing capability, in each instance, a thermal transfer ribbon or Signature Series(trademark) wax, wax/resin or color wax ribbon produced high quality images and scannable barcodes. The tests were conducted in order to check the thermal transfer ribbon solutions for almost every variable labeling application. For more information, call (724) 696-7500 or go to www.sonychemicals.com. — Sony Chemicals Corp. of America
Compact Hot Melt Unit
The Mini-T(m) hot melt unit, ideal for small to medium users, has a 12-lb. Tank capacity, a pressure-adjustable, gear-driven pump, 3-zone temperature control and direct connect control input for foot switches or timers. The Mini-T appeals to those seeking a cost-effective solution for case and carton sealing, product assembly, “hot fill” of viscous materials or pallet stabilization. For more information, (888) 605-5560 or go to www.vikingindustriesinc.com. — Viking Industries, Inc.
Sheeter
Introducing the MSP sheeter, designed for short run sheet fed printers. The MSP Sheeter converts rolls of paper or board to press ready sheets 11 to 60-in. long. Upon reaching its maximum operating speed, the machine has the capacity to produce over 50,000 sheets per hour. Other features of this unit include microprocessor controls for quick size changeovers, digital electronic controls for precision, and the compact design requires little floor space. For more information, call (401) 596-0162 or e-mail maxson@edgenet.net. — Maxson Automatic Machinery Co.
Airshafts
Manufactured from lightweight composite materials (ultra high modulus fibers), these carbon fiber airshafts provide the strength and stiffness of steel. These lightweight airshafts are corrosion resistant to virtually every chemical and can be designed specifically to ones needs. According to the manufacturer, the airshafts are ideal for converting, printing and narrow web applications. For more information, call (888) 4-NIM-COR or e-mail customerservice@nimcor.com. — Nimcor Inc.
