PRINT 09: Xerox iGen4 Packaging Solution
The Xerox iGen4 Automated Packaging Solution is an integrated, in-line, cut-sheet digital packaging system that allows print providers and packaging converters to deliver personalized folding cartons and other packaging.
By Graphic Arts Online Staff -- Graphic Arts Online, July 24, 2009
The Xerox iGen4 Automated Packaging Solution is an integrated, in-line, cut-sheet digital packaging system that allows print providers and packaging converters to cost effectively deliver personalized folding cartons and other packaging in short-runs. For example, the solution is ideal for the pharmaceutical industry where packaging regulatory requirements vary by geography, resulting in very short runs and use of security printing techniques such as microtext that can help prevent counterfeiting.
This first-of-its-kind solution produces a completely automated folding carton, all in-line with no human intervention. It increases productivity and decreases costs; and will open up new business opportunities to drive revenue growth and profits.
The advantage of an in-line solution is that print providers can produce customized, variable data on each package cost effectively, without having to stop production and manage offline equipment. This packaging solution is a completely automated solution that delivers packaging blanks ready for folding and gluing completely in-line with no human intervention.
Xerox will sell the entire solution, which is powered by the outstanding image quality of the Xerox iGen4 Press and consists of an Epic CTi-635 varnishing unit with both aqueous and UV-coating options, a stacker-conveyer unit from Stora Enso, and a die cutter with 580 x 400 mm sheet size (22.5¨x14.33¨) developed by Kama for Stora Enso. Aqueous coating is required for many packaging applications and provides a fast-drying, water-based, clear satin-gloss coating to protect the package from dirt, smudges, fingerprints and scratches. Also available is the ability to add foil stamping to the die cutting machine.
This solution enables printing in multiple languages, quickly switches from one job to the next and can produce small batches of products with specialized, relevant consumer information for clinical trials or professional samples. This digital packaging solution significantly reduces minimum quantities. The solution also supports environmental sustainability by printing on demand to reduce waste and by using packaging board which is renewable and recyclable.
According to industry consultancy Pira International, the worldwide digital printing market for packaging and labels is expected to reach $6.75 billion by 2014, growing from a market of $746 million in 2004.
Xerox
1-800-275-9376 ext. 843
www.xerox.com
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