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Category: Regulations and guidelines
How to Print the Russian Crypto Code for Serialization of Drugs
The Russian crypto code law poses major challenges for pharmaceutical manufacturers: Since January 2020, all labeling systems must be able to apply special identification codes to drug packaging.
GHS labeling: Printing hazard symbols with inkjet printers
There are various ways to implement hazard labeling in compliance with GHS. A new, interesting approach: Print the hazard symbols directly on the product instead of attaching a GHS label. Find out here what advantages this has!
Inkjet printers ‘on duty’ for face mask production
Converting a production line for filter systems to manufacture 30,000 face masks per week – in just a few days time? What sounds like a ‘mission impossible’ at first, became a success story for our client Filtration Group in Germany. Our Markoprint inkjet printers helped their ambitious plan to succeed.
How variable data labels can boost your business
Variable data labels are used to identify, track and authenticate products along the entire supply chain. They also help manufacturers optimize their operating costs and market their brand. Learn more about their amazing capabilities in our blog post!
New EU food labelling rules for primary ingredients from April 2020
Primary ingredients are the aim of the new EU implementing regulation on food labeling. Learn more about this new regulation in this blog post!
EU energy label to be renewed in 2021
The old EU energy label will be replaced by a new one in 2021 and introduce multiple updates. For more information about this topic, make sure to read this article!
New EU tyre label from May 2021
A new tyre labeling regulation will come into force in May 2021 within the European Union. Make sure to check this post to learn more about it!
Environment score labels confront clothing industry
French law will make environment score labels mandatory for the clothing industry in a few years. Continue reading if you want to learn more about this!
Certified inkjet printer for egg carton codes
The Markoprint X1JET HP K3, one of our inkjet printers, can now be integrated into the egg packing machines of MOBA. Learn more about this here!
Nutri-Score: 5-color nutrition label for food and beverages
What is the Nutri-Score? In which industries is it used? Find out the answer to these and more questions by reading this blog post!
Inkjet printing approved for EUR-pallet marking
Since 1 August 2019, the official test marks on EPAL euro-pallets can be applied by industrial inkjet printers. What are the advantages of direct marking with ink?
Marking packaging alongside the production line
When marking packaging (whether it is primary, secondary or tertiary), you need to take several aspects into account and know which printer or label machine is the right one. Keep reading to learn more!
BPA-free thermal paper required in EU from 2020
The European Union will ban Bisphenol A in thermal paper from 2020. Learn how we can help you meet the new requirements without delay!
Barcode colors – a quick guide
The right barcode colors will prevent legibility errors and save your business time and money. Learn which are the best barcode color combinations here!
Anti-Counterfeiting: Will Amazon introduce product serialization?
In order to combat the illegal business with counterfeit goods even more effectively, Amazon Marketplace may soon introduce its own serial numbers.
Labeling update: New EU plant passport from 14 December 2019
A new label for plants – the EU plant passport – will be required by EU legislation starting December 2019. Learn more here!
Managing product recalls: industrial marking and traceability are crucial
Learn how labeling and marking systems can help trace goods, identify defective products and protect your brand throughout the entire supply chain!
EU chemicals regulation: Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) soon mandatory
According to EU regulations, a Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) will be required on the labels of products classified for health or physical hazards from 2020.
How to check barcodes without a scanner
Even the slightest barcode errors can result in major trouble with trade partners, cause chargebacks or slow down your intralogistics operations. In this post we will show you how to detect faults quickly and with the naked eye!
