infoAn inc.jet .UNO print solution can help you to replace your troublesome CIJ Printer and here’s why… Zero Maintenance Because .uno uses thermal inkjet technology from HP, each time you change a cartridge (and that’s a 5-second operation), you are replacing your packaging printer’s print head – no planned maintenance, no expensive external companies visiting […]
UPS and FedEx Dim Weight Change – Measure the Cost
Download the DIM Weight PDF Info Sheet The new DIM (Dimensional Weight) Rule will cost you money. FedEx and UPS package shippers have announced what is likely to be the single largest rate increase on record. The DIM Weight change will take effect December 29, 2014 for UPS and January 1, 2015 for FedEx. Both […]
You Ate What for Lunch? The Value of Quality Date Codes
The noise in the school cafeteria sounded like a roller coaster line at an amusement park. The children were excited to be out of class for their 25 mins. respite for lunch. As I wait for my daughter, I noticed the familiar long line at the cafeteria counter. A lot has changed in last 30+ […]
Trade Up Offer for Videojet 9550
save up to $2,000 per labeler – Now is the time to trade in your print and apply label equipment Upgrade to new technology with the Videojet 9550 print and apply labeler with Intelligent MotionTM. The 9550 is a print and apply labeler that targets zero unscheduled downtime and helps reduce costs and errors in […]
Safe Storage Times for Food
So how long can you store that leftover meatloaf anyway? Have you ever opened a container from your refrigerator and sniffed it to see if it was still edible? With the date codes printed on food items these days it’s easier to know how long an item can be shelved in your kitchen, but once […]
Matthews’ VIAjet V-Series
MATTHEWS’ NEW DROP-ON-DEMAND (DOD) VALVE TECHNOLOGY MARKING SYSTEM AUTOMATES TRACEABILITY, EASILY CONTROLS MULTIPLE PRODUCTION LINES VIAjet(TM) V-Series is ideal for industrial ink jet marking applications. Pittsburgh, PA, – Matthews Marking Systems, a leading manufacturer of marking and coding products, announces a new large character drop-on-demand (DOD) marking system specifically designed for challenging industrial applications. The […]
Videojet 9550 – A Revolution in Print and Apply Labeling
SSI Packaging Group is proud to announce that one of our preferred vendors, Videojet, has released the 9550 Print & Apply Labeling System for secondary packaging. The 9550 is design to eliminate mechanical adjustments, wear parts and failure points in everyday operations. Using the Intelligent Motion™ technology, the system is automatically and precisely controlled. The […]
Case Study – Marking and Coding for Microbrewers
The microbrewing industry has enjoyed steady growth in North America. The traditional brown bottle is the container of choice to best preserve the flavor of these specialty brews. Black and red inks are sometimes used but contrast on the dark brown bottles is poor. White pigmented inks can provide better contrast but a more cost […]
National Bubble Wrap Day
SSI Packaging Group has joined with Sealed Air to celebrate National Bubble Wrap Day, 2015! That’s right, today is the day you can be free and pop all of those little bubbles 1 by 1 and not annoy your co-workers. Well, ok, maybe not. Plus, with the great products from Sealed Air, you may not […]