Offline Label Printing System offers diverse options.August 6, 2010 -
Combining thermal transfer printer or hot stamp printer with integration from Code-in-Motion, MPS series prints serialized, variable, and/or batch data to pre-printed or blank labels. Reel-to-reel, table-top model automatically unwinds, indexes, prints, and rewinds roll of label media for offline printing. Remote access is accommodated via integrated Ethernet card, and options include vision inspection and traceability software, cimVIEW label inspection system, and touchscreen UI.
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Original Press release
Norwood Marking Systems, A Div. Of ITW
2538 Wisconsin Ave., Dept. TR
Downers Grove, IL, 60515
USA
Norwood / Allen Introduces MPS Integrated Offline Label Printing Systems
Norwood Marking Systems / Allen Coding Systems introduces the new MPS family of offline reel-to-reel label printing systems at Pack Expo booth #2000. The MPS, which combines a Norwood / Allen printer with integration from Code-in-Motion, prints serialized, variable and/or batch data to pre-printed or blank labels. With its optional vision inspection and traceability software, MPS complies with track-and-trace and electronic pedigree serialization initiatives to improve inventory management and assure consumer safety.
Norwood's MPS is ideal for customers labeling regulated and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and food products.
The table-top model is a stand-alone unit that automatically unwinds, indexes, prints and rewinds a roll of label media for offline printing. Customers then use this printed roll of label media on their label application systems. If needed, the offline reel-to-reel MPS can be upgraded at a later date in the field to print online.
The versatile MPS integrates either a continuous motion or intermittent motion thermal transfer printer or hot stamp printer, depending on the needs of the application, with controlled data processing. The optional cimVIEW label inspection system features a smart Cognex Insight camera that is integrated with the printer via an Allen-Bradley PLC.
When equipped with optional vision inspection, the MPS can perform OCR/OCV (optical character recognition and verification) to confirm that each character is correct and not smudged, distorted or broken. The system also verifies that barcodes, pharma codes, 2D matrix codes and other graphics such as logos are correct. An optional reject or defacing system can be integrated to handle out-of-tolerance labels.
The MPS can feature one of several thermal transfer or hot stamp printers from Norwood / Allen including the NGT 2, NGT 4, 53LT, 55sst and Allen hot stamp printers. The MPS on exhibit at Pack Expo will feature the high resolution NGT 4 thermal transfer printer, which achieves a print area of up to 4.2 inches (107 mm) wide at speeds of up to hundreds of labels/cycles per minute. The MPS can be customized with the NGT 6 or NGT 8 thermal transfer printer if larger print areas are needed.
With its integrated Ethernet card, the MPS can be accessed via a plant-wide network to enable remote operation, monitoring and diagnostics. The system can also be equipped with an optional touchscreen user interface that enables operators to recall print jobs from memory and handle simple editing functions at print time.
The MPS is designed and manufactured to comply with GAMP 5 guidelines and can be equipped to meet FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. It is designed for years of reliable performance with robust mechanics and superior components that are commercially available off-the-shelf.
About Code-in-Motion LLC
Code-in-Motion LLC designs, builds and supports innovative turnkey, fully integrated automation systems. These systems combine product identification, vision inspection, product handling and a range of advanced controls and software including user interfaces, traceability, FDA 21 CFR Part 11 support and ERP system integration.
About Norwood Marking Systems / Allen Coding Systems / Kingsley Machine Company
Norwood Marking Systems, a division of Illinois Tool Works, is joined by sister companies, Allen Coding Systems, ac codiergeräte gmbh and Kingsley Machine Company to offer a wide range of marking and coding systems. The companies design and manufacture innovative thermal transfer printers including custom traversing systems, hot stamp imprinters as well as ink and embossing printers that code and mark for a variety of industrial markets worldwide.
Reader Inquiries:
William Delmolino, Director of Sales & Marketing
Norwood Marking Systems
2538 Wisconsin Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515 USA
Tel: 800 626 3464 or 630 968 0646
Fax: 630 968 7672
Email: marketing@itwnorwood.com
URL: www.itwnorwood.com
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