Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc
Ramsey, NJ 07446
Jan 09, 2006 Color production printing system, bizhub PRO C500, is available with IC-301 Image Controller, which, based on Creo's Digital Print Technology, offers document printing capabilities, workflow and color management tools, and variable data support. Powered by 3.2 GHz Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor with Hyperthreading technology, workflow solution features 512 MB DDR system memory, 768 MB image memory, 80 GB hard drive and user disk space, and dual 80 GB HDDs for Ready-to-Print job storage.

Baum Folder Corp.
Sidney, OH 45365
Jan 05, 2006 Available on various pile feed and continuous feed folding machines, ifold feature provides ability to access information stored with job and capability to consult integrated tutorial. AutoSet feature offers tutorial and memory storage of ifold and then automates folder setup. Both provide See-How videos of major subjects related to folding, and all information and setup is utilized through touch-screen computer mounted directly to folder.

Luminescent Technologies, Inc.
Mountain View, CA 94041
Jan 03, 2006 Acting as replacement for Resolution Enhancement Technology (RET) software, Explorer uses Inverse Lithography Technology (ILT) platform to evaluate desired on-wafer pattern and mathematically determine mask features needed to produce intended silicon outcome. ILT analyzes entire image and generates globally optimized mask design in single pass. Combining software and hardware, Explorer features selectable e-beam or laser mask output format.

Oce'-USA, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60656
Dec 16, 2005 Able to accommodate range of needs, Model TDS100 is available in sheet feed single- or multi-copy version, tabletop or floor standing models, and automatic feed units with 1 or 2 media rolls. Radiant fusing technology eliminates warm-up time, while Green Button enables 1-touch operation. Copier is suited for architectural, engineering, and construction firms, as well as decentralized printing environments within larger organizations.

Norwood Marking Systems, A Div. Of ITW
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Dec 06, 2005 Featuring 3-6 print heads, ThermalPak(TM) Model TP-4000 is suited for printing fixed and/or variable data on flexible packaging materials. Print heads each offer print area of 4.17 x 7.87 in. and print speed of 5.5 ips. Text and graphics, including two-dimensional or RSS barcodes, can be printed with resolution of 300 dpi, both horizontally and vertically. Changes to print can be achieved in seconds by recalling print image from memory via handheld display.

Norwood Marking Systems, A Div. Of ITW
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Nov 15, 2005 Able to print fixed and/or variable data, Thermal Express Model 55sst operates at production speeds up to 1,000 mm/sec in continuous motion mode and up to 600 mm/sec in intermittent mode. Ribbon management system provides controlled ribbon acceleration, eliminating partial prints, misprints, and ribbon breakage caused by fluctuations in web speed. Text and graphics, including 2D or RSS barcodes, can be printed with 300 dpi resolution, horizontally and vertically.

Paragon Data Systems Inc.
Cleveland, OH 44115
Nov 02, 2005 Monarch® 9855(TM) prints and encodes RFID Smart Labels, tracking and moving merchandise through supply chain. Product automatically writes to RFID chips embedded in thermal transfer bar code labels, tests chip, then prints human-readable and bar code data at up to 12 ips. Printer also verifies all RFID data and overstrikes bad labels to indicate if RFID data cannot be encoded. Utilizing RFID antenna for programming chips, design allows printer to encode labels as small as 1 in. long.

MARKEM Corp.
Keene, NH 03431-7100
Nov 02, 2005 SmartDate® 5 thermal transfer coders enable OEMs to integrate coder controls into touch screen of OEM equipment, providing seamless integration of coding operations with bagger. Only one controller is required to manage line and coder, facilitating operation. Product is suited for flexible packaging materials and applications within snack food, confectionary, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, baked foods, and frozen foods industries.

Videojet Technologies, Inc.
Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073
Oct 28, 2005 Featuring direct-drive ribbon technology, DataFlex® Plus provides on-line printing of variable and real-time data, such as expiration dates, batch/lot codes, ingredients/parts listings, bar codes, and logos. Ribbon is 1,000 m in length, minimizing frequency of changes. Overprinter includes 8.4 in. SVGA GUI and color touch screen with icon-based controls. Zoom facility in WYSIWYG job display minimizes operator error and potential for printing incorrect codes.

Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Oct 18, 2005 Programmable SCATEC-10 and SCATEC-15 sensors, designed for non-contact counting, can also be used in applications involving lap or shingle stream counting. Both include keypad, LCD display, additional connector, and retro-reflective device that counts separated sheets. Able to be connected to computer for remote control and programming, products come with ScaDiag software and can detect sheets down to 0.1 or 0.15 mm at rates to 1.5 million copies/hr.

IBM (Corporate Headquarters)
Armonk, NY 10504-1783
Sep 26, 2005 Equipped with Infoprint POWER Controller, Infoprint® 4100 simplex and duplex models allow printing at over 1,400 letter-size impressions/min for 2-up duplex applications. Standard features include up to 600 dpi input and output, 19 in. print width, user-changeable developer, and tractorless operation. Digital solutions incorporate optional speed switch as well as ESCON®, FICON, and Gigabit Ethernet attachments.

Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Sep 15, 2005 Designed for use on newspapers, magazines, and other printed media in publishing and other industrial applications, SCATEC-J copy- and edge-counting, non-contact laser sensor can also be used in applications involving lap or shingle stream edge counting. Unit counts multi-colored, thicker printed items, detecting packages as thin as 1.5 mm at rates to 280,000 pieces/hr. Measuring range is 0-55 mm, with object speed of 0-2 m/sec.

imaging Technology international (iTi)
Boulder, CO 80303
Sep 12, 2005 Intended for high-volume printing of digital data on flexible substrates such as label stock or Kapton®, Digital Web Press enables variable length runs on any given image and supports changing images on-the-fly. Narrow web ink jet production system features anodized aluminum and stainless steel construction, 8""24 print heads, and print widths from 2""6 in. It is suited for applications that require short or variable production runs of non-repetitive patterns.

Malcom Co., Inc. (Distributor of LEISTER Hot Air Tools)
Tiverton, RI 02878
Sep 01, 2005 Portable, self-contained Hot Air Shrink System utilizes Leister Hotwind-S hot air blower, which ranges from 2,000-5,400 W and reaches up to 1,472°F with air flows to 38 cfm. Operating at up to 49 fpm, system includes 3 ft x 4 in. Dorner® variable-speed conveyor, adjustable guide rails, and anodized aluminum stand with locking casters. It adjusts to height and angle of existing packaging lines, and is suited for shrink-packaging, drying, curing, and laminating.

MPI Label Systems
Sebring, OH 44672
Aug 30, 2005 RFIDirect includes either 360RW RFID applicator that validates, writes, and affixes RFID labels in single process, or 3600RW RFID label printer/applicator, which eliminates need for pre-printed RFID labels. Both can be incorporated in modular conveyor loop system that is customized to fit customer’s existing space. Able to be moved around facility, RFIDirect Mobile includes cart, RFID-enabled thermal transfer printer, EasyLabel software, communication cable, and power strip.

Cladan Corporation
Del Mar, CA 92014
Aug 15, 2005 Integrated Conductor Printing System, Model CLA-300, offers low distortion printing with roll-to-roll web handling. Self-contained in environmentally controlled cabinet, system accepts films, ceramic tape, or foils and continuously prints, dries, and rewinds with interleave materials. Processing 7 x 7 in. print every 5 sec, programmable system produces 4,200 processed prints per shift, rolled and ready for stacking or further manufacturing.

Kyocera Mita America Inc.
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Jul 29, 2005 KM-1820 monochrome multi-functional copier features 250 sheet paper drawer, 50 sheet multi-purpose tray, and 96 Mb standard print and copy memory for printing, scanning, copying, and faxing. Print output is 600 x 600 dpi, fast 1,200 mode, and 2,400 x 600 dpi interpolated resolution. Standard features also include electronic sort, color scan ring, scan to FTP and scan to folder via SMB. Includes maximum volume of 15,000 pages/month.

Norwood Marking Systems, A Div. Of ITW
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Jul 27, 2005 Providing variable printing on flexible packing materials, Model 55sst Thermal Express includes software-enabled Instant Change option, which changes from continuous to intermittent motion, should production line require change. Unit interfaces with touch screen, handheld, or computer and prints images at 300 dpi horizontally and vertically. It includes RS-485 network capability, multi-language support, and user-definable multi-level password protection.

IBM (Corporate Headquarters)
Armonk, NY 10504-1783
Jul 22, 2005 Wide-format (A3) Infoprint® Color 1567 is capable of printing 2400 image quality text and graphics at speeds up to 32 ppm (color) and 36 ppm (monochrome). Color quality can be maximized by using color brightness, contrast, and saturation adjustments, while quality adjustments are made via toner saver, color saver, and coverage estimator. Frequently accessed documents can be stored on Web site and printed on-demand at printer. USB direct port enables secure PDF printing.

Iconotech
Clinton, CT 06413
Jul 18, 2005 With stand-alone hand-feed design, Customizer digital bag and case printer uses computer-generated printing stencil to place text, logos, and bar codes onto boxes and bags. Unit features inking system that maintains 3/16 in. print registration of 11 x 32 in. print field, while optional movable print cylinder and lift allow print placement anywhere on first 10 ft. of case. Control panel provides speed control, batch counter, automatic stop, idle, and print start.