December 2006

xd400 series digital direct computertoprint the xd 400 series is a line of digital direct computertoprint systems perfect for printing flat and semi flat surfaces. dropondemand ink jet with instacure uv ink allows printing a single image or multiple images with virtually zero down time. the system can be used in its stock configuration as a stand alone unit or large or small parts or can be easily modified for production line use. the xd 400 series advantage is its ability to decorate multiple parts within a single fixture from digital files with multiple set ups.

www.packagingconnections.com is now the proud member of indo german chamber of commerce, indianew cheese packaging by cryovac a new range of vacuum cheese packaging allows the curing process to continue while extending product shelf life. cyovac claims its new permeable darfresh offers cheese processors an alternative to traditional modified atmosphere packaging map flowpack and thermoforming packaging. cryovac claims its new permeable darfresh limits the entrance of oxygen while permitting carbon dioxide to escape.

ball cooksup microwavable steel can &nbspthe material will allow processors to offer products in a packaging material suited to the convenience food segment, which continues to show strong growth. microwave energy cannot pass through steel, making the material traditionally unsuitable for products meant to be cooked this way. conventional microwavable food is packaged using polymeric or paperbased materials transparent to mocrowave radiation, but the shelf life is considerably lower than food packaged in steel.

new closure alcoa closure systems international csi, a world leader in closer design, manufacturing and application systems, has introduced a 28mm xtralok minia specifically designed carbonated beverage closure that delivers a total packaging system cost savings by reducing closure and pet bottle finish weight and increasing product freshness. the xtralok mini closure is a lightweight, twopiece design that contributes to reducing a bottlers overall cost of operations.