EPS, expanded polystyrene packaging, will soon be banned in New York City. NYC is one of many on a growing list of major U.S. cities that are changing how companies utilize alternative packaging materials. Foam containers and packaging peanuts will banned beginning July 2015 in the city. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio made […]
Matthews’ VIAjet V-Series
MATTHEWS’ NEW DROP-ON-DEMAND (DOD) VALVE TECHNOLOGY MARKING SYSTEM AUTOMATES TRACEABILITY, EASILY CONTROLS MULTIPLE PRODUCTION LINES VIAjet(TM) V-Series is ideal for industrial ink jet marking applications. Pittsburgh, PA, – Matthews Marking Systems, a leading manufacturer of marking and coding products, announces a new large character drop-on-demand (DOD) marking system specifically designed for challenging industrial applications. The […]
.UNO Lot Coding
There’s nothing like a cold craft beer! It’s estimated that craft beers sales are growing at 15-20 percent annually. In 2015 craft beer sales exceeded $22.3 billion. With all of this growth and competition how does a micro-brewer stand apart from the crowd? Sure, you can have a great brew, cool labeling, and a hot […]
Tape Application Methods
In our previous posts (Packing Tape BasicsandAcrylic vs. Hot Melt Tape) we explored the differences betweenacrylicand hot melt tapes. After determining whether to use hot melt tape or acrylic tape, the next decision is the best application method for the tape. The two primary tape application methods are manual or mechanical. Both have pros and […]
.UNO- An Alternative to CIJ
Cleaner | Easier to Use | Cheaper The.UNOinkjet system is ready to run in minutes. This high-resolution, high-performance system is compact and has some of the lowest maintenance needs in the industry, the UNOinkjet system is the low-cost alternative to CIJ printers that is easier to use and is cost effective. SOLID HARDWARE SOLUTIONS The […]
Date Code Sheet Sheet
As we all do our best to stay home and continue with life the best we can amidst COVID-19, some folks find ourselves snacking more than ever. Maybe it’s nerves, or maybe you’re like millions of others who are working from home. Whatever the reason, we are snacking more and also finding learning new things. […]
Revisiting a Cucumber Recall
By Dan Flynn (reprinted from Food Safety News) Those of us who practice daily journalism usually make like cowboys and keep our eyes on the horizon for what’s coming next. But sometimes, one of us has to double back to check on something behind us that was left with too many questions. That’s where we […]
20yrs with SSI and Going Strong
In the first quarter of 2015 SSI Packaging Group is proud to celebrate the dedication of 2 of it’s employees. John Koopman is been a part of our service department since 1995. During his 20 years of service with SSI John has valiantly shifted with the on-going changes in technology to provide the best possible […]
Inkjet System Trade-in Offer
For a limited time, SSI Packaging Group is offering discounts up to 15% when you trade in your OLD inkjet marking system for a new .core inc.jet high definition (high resolution) industrial inkjet marking system.* With a bulk ink handling system included as an essential part of an integrated head, .core units are the most […]
SSI Welcomes Our New Packaging Product Specialist
SSI Packaging Group is excited to welcome CJ Stevens to our team! CJ is our newest Packaging Product Specialist serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas with strengths in his proven customer service history and his passion for finding the best solutions for customers, CJ will add incredible value to not only SSI, but to the […]