technology

NaviLens’ mission is to enhance the independence of individuals with visual impairments by improving their shopping experience and fostering a more inclusive society.  

Smartphone users can scan Accessible QR Codes with the free app, displaying information in large, clear text and audibly. This technology allows users to access crucial information including its location, ingredients and usage instructions. The codes can be detected at more than 12 times further than regular QR codes, at extreme angles and in all light conditions.  

Strategically positioned on the back of every unit of Impact Whey Protein, the QR code provides customers with convenient access to essential product information. Through proactive measure and understanding the sentiments of customers in the country, Myprotein aims to safeguard customer health and combat counterfeit products in the market.

Polytag, a developer of unique QR codes, has partnered with kombucha manufacturer Conway Kombucha, producers of Blighty Booch, that will enable the drinks brand to increase direct-to-consumer sales and enhance communication with customers through QR codes.    

With an existing line previously supplied by Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS) working ‘exceptionally well’ in another area of its operation, BR Pharmaceutical discussed its needs for this process with the YPS team. The line was dedicated to packaging small bottles of vitamins and BR required a reliable solution that fits with the company’s commitment to equipping its operation with ‘modern, high-quality’ processes.

Since the addition of the CVA 2000 VIS Internal Valve Applicator from Syntegon, Rootree’s bag making line is fully automated and yields a significantly higher output.

The single-piece-flow system works well for medical devices, says the machinery company, with the thermorform equipment taking up on average 70% less space than a traditional system. This means it provides a good fit immediately after assembly and production lines, Shawpak argues, reducing work-in-progress and handling. 

A vision and reject system for optical character recognition was incorporated into the scope of supply, ensuring data is compliant with strict US FDA and pharmaceutical requirements.