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Published: May 01, 2007

Press Line Includes Hybrids

Matik North America, West Hartford, CT; 860/232-2323; www.matik.com

A line of narrow web presses from Edelmann Graphics includes the Color Print in widths of 20.5 and 29 in., the Web Print 39 with a web width of 15.5 in., and the EVO Print with a web width of 19 in. Hybrid presses include flexo/offset. Silkscreen, rotogravure, and letterpress options also are offered. Open-architecture system is a stable operator platform that allows for seamless integration of OEM units and quick retrofits.
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Small-Scale Coater is Versatile

RK Print Coat Instruments, Herts, UK; +44 (0) 1763 852187; www.rkprint.com

The Rotary Koater is designed for testing products (mainly labels) in R&D applications and for small-scale production. Allows users to employ a wide range of coating/print/laminating technologies.
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Inkjet Printer Fast, Reliable

Matthews Marking Products, Pittsburgh, PA; 412/665-2488; www.matthewsmarking.com

The I-Mark C84 Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printer features a self-cleaning printhead and large color touchscreen for what is said to be fast, reliable small-character coding of up to four lines of text on a wide range of products of any shape or surface. Reported ideal for cosmetic, snack food, pharmaceutical, electronic, and other applications.
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Shrink Film for Narrow Necks

Klöckner Pentaplast of America, Gordonsville, VA; 540/832-3600; www.kpfilms.com

Pentalabel E749/52 AS7 polyester film for full-body, shrink-sleeve labels is designed for narrow-neck containers. Film is engineered for 78% shrink properties, and high-performance surface characteristics reportedly enhance printability and allow many graphic schemes to be used. Also said to offer excellent gauge control, lay-flat properties, ink adhesion, and seaming ability. Suited for flexo and gravure.
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