Posts by Dana Ritchie
Are you attending the Medical Device & Diagnostic Labeling Conference?
The Medical Device & Diagnostic Labeling Conference hosted by Q1 Productions is being held on September 22-23, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. Who should you attend the Medical Device & Diagnostic Labeling Conference? The target audience for this conference is Labeling, Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Labeling, Technical Writing. If you use medical and diagnostic labeling, you should…
Read MoreIs Flexible Packaging In Your Future?
Flexible Packaging, The New Way To Package Products Did you know that flexible packaging is becoming the solution with more and more companies today? What is flexible packaging? It is a type of packaging that uses film to form a bag or pouch that you then fill with your product and seal. It used…
Read MoreLabels for Clamshell Packaging
So many options for labels for clamshell packaging. Clamshell packaging is used in a wide variety of applications. From fresh produce and bakery goods to deli meats and cheeses. Transparent plastic is a popular choice because it allows consumers to see the food before buying it. Clamshells come in many sizes and the hinged lid…
Read MoreAre You Creating Your Labels Properly?
If you are a small business owner or a large manufacturer, problems with creating your labels properly can be huge headaches. Labels are often an afterthought while a huge amount of effort is being put into creating the product. However, in order to package it, distribute it and ultimately sell it – you will need…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Misleading Labeling
There are a lot of rules and regulations for food labels. It is important that consumers know what they are buying and can avoid food items that may contain allergens or other dietary restrictions. However, there are is also a lot of ambiguity, unclear, and inconsistent rules which can lead to misleading labeling practices. Food…
Read MoreInaccurate Food Labels: What’s The Penalty?
Inaccurate food labels can cost a business $10M. Let us help you build a labeling system to avoid these losses. If there is one thing food manufacturers dread is the process of recalling products due to a labeling or manufacturing defect. They have to spend a lot of resources trying to identify and complete the…
Read MoreAre You Testing Your Labels Properly?
One of the most overlooked issues in product labeling is testing your labels properly. What do we mean by this? Not Properly Testing New Labels and New Product Surfaces When you launch a new product (or change the surface you are applying the label to) you need to test it. This is extremely important, especially…
Read MoreSupply Chain Problems in the Label Industry
Are you experiencing supply chain problems with your label suppliers? It’s a major concern because if your products do not have labels, your products do not ship. Being in this industry for over 35 years, I have never seen anything like it. Those of us in the label printing industry are being pushed hard with…
Read MoreHow Do Mistakes in Food Labeling Happen?
Mistakes in food labeling – avoid a recall nightmare. When your labeling process breaks down or malfunctions it can cost you way too much time and money. It is estimated that 60% of recalls are due to labeling errors and packaging art. Labeling and packaging errors can also result in premature spoiling, cross-contamination, consumer illness,…
Read MoreBenchtop Round Semi-Automatic Label Applicator
Do you find it challenging to label round packaging? Do you print lower volumes that do not justify a $50,000+ label applicator? We have the perfect solution for you. The new benchtop round semi-automatic label applicator is just the ticket. For around $7,000.00 you could be labeling your round containers, efficiently, consistently, and with very…
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