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Breaking News | Displays and Lighting | Flexible and Printed Electronics

Ynvisible, Innoscentia Fighting Food Waste With Printed Intelligent Expiry Date Label

Innoscentia has developed materials that combine with the Ynvisible display, enabling real-time quality monitoring of the food.

Printed Electronics Now staff 11.24.20

Breaking News | Printing | RFID and NFC

RFID Technology, Innovative Labels and the Shops of Future

Picture this: Automation in retail. Stores with no staff. No lines, registers or cashiers, only smartphones.

Lena Chmielewska, Marketing Manager, Mark Andy Europe 11.03.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Schreiner ProTech Develops RFID Component Tracking Label

Autoliv incorporates customized version of Schreiner ProTech’s ((rfid))-Poly-Track label for in-line data acquisitions and product authenticity.

Printed Electronics Now staff 10.28.20

Breaking News | Displays and Lighting | Flexible and Printed Electronics

Agiler Oy, Ynvisible Prototype Smart Label to Verify Sterilization

According to Reports and Data, the global disinfectant products market is forecasted to reach $30.11 billion by 2027.

Printed Electronics Now staff 09.24.20

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing/Printing | Smart Cards and Packaging

Jones Healthcare Group Acquires Custom-Built Aquaflex LX 2350 Label Press

The press expands the company’s capacity to produce customized laser pharmacy labels.

Printed Electronics Now staff 09.02.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Checkpoint Supports Maje with Sustainable Labeling

Checkpoint’s new sustainable satin care labels, made from recycled polyester, are manufactured in five different locations around the world.

Printed Electronics Now staff 07.07.20

Breaking News | Contract Manufacturing/Printing | RFID and NFC

Smart Label Application Focus: Pressure Sensitive RFID Labels

Most commonly, RFID is used in the retail industry providing security and theft prevention solutions for end-users.

Lena Chmielewska, Marketing Manager, Mark Andy Europe 06.01.20

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Printed Batteries | Research Institutions

CPI, Reelables Partner for Smart-labeling Project Using Novel Battery-on-Circuit Technology

Used to track shared objects in workspaces.

Printed Electronics Now staff 05.12.20

Breaking News | Photovoltaics

Solar Impulse Foundation Labels Heliatek's HeliaSol 1 of 1,000 Efficient Solutions

Received the label in the category Affordable and Clean Energy.

04.30.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison ‘Intent’ on Meeting Sustainability Goals

Enhanced product portfolios, including ClearIntent, have been designed to positively impact the environment.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Label & Narrow Web 04.24.20

Breaking News | Sensors and Wearables | Universities

Researchers Create Unique DNA Biosensor for Early Stage Disease Detection

These biosensors detect, transmit and record information about biological substances, such as DNA and RNA, proteins, antibodies, antigens, and more.

Delia Croessmann 04.17.20

Flexible and Printed Electronics | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC

Tapp.online Combines Expertise in Printing, NFC

Has successfully developed projects for major brands, including Lipton/Unilever, DS Automobiles.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 04.15.20

Breaking News

Avery Dennison Issues COVID-19 Statement

The company has taken a number of measures to protect employees and customers.

03.27.20

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics

Timestrip Sees Demand Increase for Temperature, Time Indicators

Timestrip time indicators are used to indicate to healthcare staff when equipment such as hospital curtains are due for replacement.

03.24.20

Breaking News | Product Releases | RFID and NFC

Schreiner MediPharm Partners with Kit Check

RFID-Labels allow hospital pharmacies to track and manage medication inventory and usage via intelligent software.

03.18.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Iris Nova Deploys Avery Dennison RFID Technology at NYC Store

The brand is able to track product life cycle, decrease theft, enhance consumer experience and support frictionless checkout, Avery Dennison said.

03.05.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Confidex Releases Go – RAIN RFID Labels

Designed for high-volume logistics and other applications.

03.03.20

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces 4Q, 2019 Results

For the year, sales and operating income improved 3.1% and 1.5% to $5.3 billion and $787.3 million, respectively.

02.25.20

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Continues ‘Smart’ Expansion

Partnerships, acquisitions and increased R&D have elevated the company’s position in this field.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Label & Narrow Web 02.21.20

Conductive Inks and Coatings | Sensors and Wearables

New Applications for Printed and Flexible Sensors Gain in Markets

New opportunities emerge in gas sensing, healthcare, military and automotive markets, among others.

David Savastano, Editor 02.21.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

RAIN RFID Alliance Announces Membership Growth, Starts 2020 Regional Meetings

More than 10 companies including Printronix, Samsung and SATO recently joined the RAIN Alliance, growing to 170 members worldwide.

02.04.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Impinj Introduces Enterprise-Grade RAIN RFID Reader for Next-Gen IoT Solutions

New Impinj R700 reader delivers excellent performance, deployment simplicity, and enterprise-grade reliability.

02.04.20

Breaking News | Mergers and Acquisitions | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces Bolt-on Acquisition for Checkpoint

Eti-Textil offers a full range of labeling products and services, including RFID, while adding to CCL’s ALS operational footprint in Iberia and North Africa.

02.03.20

Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Announces 4Q, Full Year 2019 Results

The company’s 4Q19 net sales increased 0.2% to $1.77 billion, with organic sales growth (non-GAAP) of 2.1%.

01.31.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison's Francisco Melo Shows RFID Labeling Solutions at NRF 2020

Avery Dennison continues to develop new solutions for RFID.

Videos David Savastano, Editor

Breaking News | Printing

HP, Afinia Label Show Personalized Printing at NRF 2020

Michelle Le of HP Inc. and Zack Sterzinger of Afinia Label showcase Afinia's printing solutions during NRF 2020.

Videos David Savastano, Editor

Breaking News

Epson Highlights ColorWorks C3500 at NRF 2020

Andy Scherz, senior product manager at Epson, discussed and demoed the color label printer.

Videos

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

ITL Launches New RFID Solution

The solution provides "control, efficiency and a single point of contact for the retailer," ITL Chief Operating Officer Chris Currie said.

01.21.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Checkpoint Unveils New Fully Integrated UNO RF/RFID Label

The new UNO RF/RFID single label, launched at NRF 2020, is available immediately.

01.17.20

Manufacturers News | Printing | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

RFID, NFC Specialists Showcase Technologies at NRF 2020

From inventory control and omnichannel sales to frictionless shopping and analytics, RFID and NFC are poised to play a greater role in retail.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 01.15.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Schreiner MediPharm Exhibits Latest Labeling Products at Pharmapack

The new Robust RFID-Label offers reliable end-to-end functionality from production to final use.

01.10.20

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Smartrac Strives to Shape Future of Connected Retail

First opportunity to NRF visitors to handle samples of Smartrac’s recently announced inlays and tags.

01.09.20

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Research Institutions | RFID and NFC

Imec, TNO, Cartamundi Develop Flexible Tags that Communicate with Standard Touch Screens

C-touch tags can be integrated into a wide range of paper and plastic-based objects such as tickets, certified documents, payment cards, and more.

12.17.19

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Research Institutions

CPI Supports Smart Food-labeling Project Set to Reduce Food Waste in 2020

CPI helped to develop wet media formulations and timing mechanisms for the new Oli-Tec Time Temperature Indicator label (TTI) technology.

12.11.19

Breaking News | Research Reports | RFID and NFC | Smart Cards and Packaging

Electronic Shelf Label Market Expected to Reach $2.16 Billion by 2026: Allied Market Research

Market size was valued at $624.7 million in 2018.

11.29.19

Breaking News

AstroNovo's QuickLabel Partners with SPF-Inc.'s Metallograph for Printed Electronics

Chris Potter, applications engineer – media, AstroNovo speaks with a booth visitor about the technology.

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Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Identiv Wins 2019 IoT Integration Award for Kraft Heinz Intelligent Instant Redeemable Coupon

‘Find the KRAFT Golden Singles’ reward scratch game embedded with Identiv’s NFC-enabled tags.

11.18.19

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Identiv: Kraft Heinz, Walmart Use NFC to Tap 'Full Potential' of IRC Labels

Identiv, NXP Semiconductors, TPG Rewards, and Kraft Heinz teamed up to create the 2019 IoT Integration Award-winning “Find the KRAFT Golden Singles” game.

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Breaking News | Financial News | RFID and NFC

CCL Industries Announces 3Q 2019 Results

Sales increased 1.5% to $1,357.1 million on organic growth of 2.1%, 3.5% and 8.4% for the CCL, Avery and Checkpoint Segments respectively.

11.13.19

Breaking News | Research Reports | RFID and NFC

20.1 Billion RFID Tags to Be Sold in 2019: IDTechEx

Revenue growth for RAIN RFID from 2018 to 2019 is 15%.

Raghu Das, IDTechEx CEO 11.12.19

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

AstroNova’s QuickLabel, SPF-Inc.’s Metallograph Partner

This new technology will be exhibited at Printed Electronics USA on Nov. 20-21, 2019, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.

11.08.19

Breaking News | Manufacturers News | RFID and NFC | Suppliers News

Identiv, NXP Powering New Kraft Heinz Intelligent Instant Redeemable Game

Kraft Heinz’ ‘Find the KRAFT Golden Singles’ reward scratch game is one of the biggest deployments of NFC-based intelligent packaging to date.

11.07.19

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Smartrac Expands CIRCUS PRO Series

The NFC product series is now also available with a white label chip called Smartrac OTP.

10.30.19

Financial News | RFID and NFC

Avery Dennison Announces 3Q 2019 Results

RFID solutions sales increased by approximately 20%.

10.25.19

Breaking News | Flexible and Printed Electronics | Printing | RFID and NFC

SPF-Inc., QuickLabel Partner for Printed Electronics

Exhibiting this technology at Printed Electronics USA on Nov. 20-21, 2019, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA.

10.18.19

Breaking News | RFID and NFC

Vizinex RFID, Barcodes, Inc.Deliver Custom RFID Solution

An electrical contractor working on a project for a state DoT reached out to Barcodes Inc. looking for a solution to an RFID requirement in the contract.

10.17.19

Breaking News | RFID and NFC