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Unmanned labelling, print management, products and shipment traceability, packaging validation are essential elements in the industry 4.0 era.
There are several elements that put production lines under stress and demands to be met.
The competitiveness of the market, the increasing variety of products, the variations in graphics and the continuous evolution of regulations are factors that complicate and expose the operation of production lines to risks.
Furthermore, “spot” checks are expensive and do not provide a total quality guarantee.
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SOFTWARE
Choose exactly what you need
Unmanned labelling, print management, products and shipment traceability, packaging validation are essential elements in the industry 4.0 era.
There are several elements that put production lines under stress and demands to be met.
The competitiveness of the market, the increasing variety of products, the variations in graphics and the continuous evolution of regulations are factors that complicate and expose the operation of production lines to risks.
Furthermore, “spot” checks are expensive and do not provide a total quality guarantee.
Printing, Identification and Validation Software
Arca provides Nice Label: the software for printing. International (multilingual), standardized and continuously evolved programs used by the most famous industries in the world, even in multinational contexts, for:
- designing labels and layouts with Microsoft Active Directory compliant user profiling
- centralizing the management of printers, coders and print apply of the most famous brands (Arca, Videojet, Wolke, Markem, Sato, Zebra, etc.)
- automating labeling and marking operations to increase production efficiency
- storing automatically production data
- validating products for a factory operation guaranteed by every type of mixing
- tracking batches and unit packs (also in the pharmaceutical market)
Integration
Arca integrates Nice Label programs in your IT system providing advice, customization, training, assistance and … perfectly compatible hardware!
Arca provides an industrial PC, Inspector 4.0, specifically designed for use in an industrial environment.
Nice Label programs integrated by Arca are “open” because standard Windows print drivers and program libraries available to integrators.
Keep free to choose and evolve your devices and suppliers: choose Nice Label and Arca integration
Printing, Identification and Validation Software
Arca provides Nice Label: the software for printing. International (multilingual), standardized and continuously evolved programs used by the most famous industries in the world, even in multinational contexts, for:
- designing labels and layouts with Microsoft Active Directory compliant user profiling
- centralizing the management of printers, coders and print apply of the most famous brands (Arca, Videojet, Wolke, Markem, Sato, Zebra, etc.)
- automating labeling and marking operations to increase production efficiency
- storing automatically production data
- validating products for a factory operation guaranteed by every type of mixing
- tracking batches and unit packs (also in the pharmaceutical market)
Integration
Arca integrates Nice Label programs in your IT system providing advice, customization, training, assistance and … perfectly compatible hardware!
Arca provides an industrial PC, Inspector 4.0, specifically designed for use in an industrial environment.
Nice Label programs integrated by Arca are “open” because standard Windows print drivers and program libraries available to integrators.
Keep free to choose and evolve your devices and suppliers: choose Nice Label and Arca integration
NiceLabel Pro Design
- printing of all the most common one-dimensional barcodes and the following two-dimensional codes: Aztec, Data Matrix, GS1 Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, QR Code, GS1 QR Code, Micro QR, MaxiCode, Micro PDF, PDF-417; adjustable to 90-180-270 degrees with respect to the label;
- printing of True Type fonts (in addition to the printer’s characters), can be set at 90-180-270 degrees and enlargeable as desired;
- printing of symbols, brands and drawings in the most common file formats. g.: PCX, BMP, GIF, WMF, JPEG. They are enlargeable and can be positioned as desired on the label;
- progressive and/or regressive numberings;
- memorization and recall of labels created, with WYSIWING preview;
- functions for printing data retrieved directly from external databases. For example via ODBC connection.
NiceLabel PowerForms Suites
Form module, which allows programmers to develop simple customized user interfaces;
Automation Easy module, which allows programmers to develop simple printing automations (eg: automatic printing of the label for the package, when the transport document is issued);
Designer Pro module with the following main features:
- printing of all the most common one-dimensional barcodes and the following two-dimensional codes: Aztec, Data Matrix, GS1 Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, QR Code, GS1 QR Code, Micro QR, MaxiCode, Micro PDF, PDF-417; adjustable to 90-180-270 degrees with respect to the label;
- printing of True Type fonts (in addition to the printer’s characters), can be set at 90-180-270 degrees and enlargeable as desired;
- printing of symbols, brands and drawings in the most common file formats. E.g.: PCX, BMP, GIF, WMF, JPEG. They are enlargeable and can be positioned as desired on the label;
- progressive and/or regressive numberings;
- memorization and recall of labels created, with WYSIWING preview;
- functions for printing data retrieved directly from external databases. For example via ODBC connection.
NiceLabel LMS Enterprise
The Document Management System (Control Center) module with the following main features:
- management of the label work flow, with the possibility of assigning “roles” to users or groups of users (administrator, label approver, operator, etc.),
- password (user profile) subject to Microsoft Active Directory policies,
- report of the labels sent for printing by each user (exportable in Excel XML),
- FDA 21 CFR Part 11 e EU GMP Annex 11 compliant,
- web program (this specific module does not require installation on every PC);
Form module, which allows programmers to develop simple customized user interfaces;
Automation module, which allows programmers to develop simple printing automations (eg: automatic printing of the label for the package, when the transport document is issued);
Designer Pro module with the following main features:
- printing of all the most common one-dimensional barcodes and the following two-dimensional codes: Aztec, Data Matrix, GS1 Data Matrix, GS1 DataBar, QR Code, GS1 QR Code, Micro QR, MaxiCode, Micro PDF, PDF-417; adjustable to 90-180-270 degrees with respect to the label;
- printing of True Type fonts (in addition to the printer’s characters), can be set at 90,180,270 degrees and enlargeable as desired;
- printing of symbols, brands and drawings in the most common file formats. E.g.: PCX, BMP, GIF, WMF, JPEG. They are enlargeable and can be positioned as desired on the label;
- progressive and/or regressive numberings;
- memorization and recall of labels created, with WYSIWING preview;
- functions for printing data retrieved directly from external databases. For example via ODBC connection.
NiceLabel LMS Enterprise - Qualifications
Installation Qualification
Together with the LMS software, the customer can take advantage of the Installation Qualification service to be conducted in parallel with the installation, directly in the production environment or in a test environment (if requested by the customer). Verify the functionality of NiceLabel-LMS Enterprise software. The activity includes the preliminary preparation of the documentation (at Arca), in Italian.
Operation Qualification
The customer has the possibility to purchase one or more days of Operation Qualification to verify the functionality and compliance with the agreed specifications of the identification software. The validation relates to the operating cycle created for the specific customer, illustrated in the detailed analysis (use of specific “forms” and custom procedures, specifically created for the customer) and includes the documentation necessary for the formalization of the tests conducted, carried out in Italian.
NiceLabel LMS Enterprise - Qualifications
Installation Qualification
Together with the LMS software, the customer can take advantage of the Installation Qualification service to be conducted in parallel with the installation, directly in the production environment or in a test environment (if requested by the customer). Verify the functionality of NiceLabel-LMS Enterprise software. The activity includes the preliminary preparation of the documentation (at Arca), in Italian.
Operation Qualification
The customer has the possibility to purchase one or more days of Operation Qualification to verify the functionality and compliance with the agreed specifications of the identification software. The validation relates to the operating cycle created for the specific customer, illustrated in the detailed analysis (use of specific “forms” and custom procedures, specifically created for the customer) and includes the documentation necessary for the formalization of the tests conducted, carried out in Italian.
Inspector 4.0
Thanks to the numerous applications available, INSPECTOR can:
- Manage one or more print devices, directly from the production line and in total security. It includes functions such as preview, manage layout variables, automatic selection of last printed label on each restart (Print Only).
- Automatically update graphics to be printed based on one (Change) or more (Label Management Slim) identification elements detected from the field.
- Production traceability, recording unambiguous identifiers on packages, for each production lot, with the possibility of reconciling rejects (Tracking Slim and Tracking Slim Pharma).
- Control code readers and vision sensors for “packaging validation” (Code Check function) and monitor the degree of readability, maintaining production continuity (Code Verification).
- Detect all production data: products processed, discarded, line downtimes, etc. (Production Monitor).
- Fast line start up (quick setup), via “product work programs”, memorizing and recalling configuration parameters for Arca devices.
- Profile operators with differentiated security levels and management of access (User Security), including biometric recognition.
- Check all application functions for any Arca print apply unit or labeler connected (any model equipped with Advanced electronics), via an additional, simple and intuitive graphic interface
Inspector 4.0 offers solutions for
Competitive markets impose increasingly greater productivity. The growing variety of products (formats, versions, fragrances, flavors, etc) increases the number of packagings managed. Ongoing changes to graphics, linked to promotions and constantly evolving legislation, further complicate matters on the packaging line.
In such a complex scenario, production is subject to a multitude of risks. The answer to these problems is Inspector Software 4.0
Unreadable barcodes/2D codes
Large-scale retailing demands codes that can easily be read using normal laser scanners. Unreadable codes can cost suppliers, with the pallet even being returned
Mix ups of unit packages
Putting a batch or even just a single product with the wrong packaging onto the market can have serious consequences, especially in the pharmaceutical and food sectors. Recalling a batch for repackaging is extremely costly and is often impossible for perishable food products. The damage to corporate image can be considerable
Logistical mix ups
Each unit package must be lead in the correct multiple package: bundle, box or pallet.
Inspector 4.0 offers solutions for
Competitive markets impose increasingly greater productivity. The growing variety of products (formats, versions, fragrances, flavors, etc) increases the number of packagings managed. Ongoing changes to graphics, linked to promotions and constantly evolving legislation, further complicate matters on the packaging line.
In such a complex scenario, production is subject to a multitude of risks. The answer to these problems is Inspector Software 4.0
Unreadable barcodes/2D codes
Large-scale retailing demands codes that can easily be read using normal laser scanners. Unreadable codes can cost suppliers, with the pallet even being returned
Mix ups of unit packages
Putting a batch or even just a single product with the wrong packaging onto the market can have serious consequences, especially in the pharmaceutical and food sectors. Recalling a batch for repackaging is extremely costly and is often impossible for perishable food products. The damage to corporate image can be considerable
Logistical mix ups
Each unit package must be lead in the correct multiple package: bundle, box or pallet.
Software - Inspector 4.0
The Code Verification software, installed on an Inspector control unit, is the most advanced solution for managing bar code and 2D code scanners:
- Code readability check (good read / no good read)
- Conformity check of the code read to the specific code set at the start of production, with correspondence to a specific value
- Analysis of the grade of readability (as per the ANSI grade) expressed as a percentage, with an advance alarm in the case of a decline in print quality below a preset minimum threshold. The advance alarm is aimed at notifying and assisting the operator in label reel changes (no additional line stoppages) and operating head and/or scanner cleaning before unreadable codes get printed
- Check of conformity of the code read to a family of preset codes (useful in the case of constantly variable code)
- Management of a possible product ejector, (still or moving)
- Display of hardware alarm conditions: pneumatic ejector not working, product not ejected, scanner (or ejector) activation photocell malfunctioning or not working
- Possibility of setting up to 5 conventional print quality ranges, based on the percentage of readability provided by the barcode scanner
- Possibility of setting the activation of alarms and advance alarms, in relation to preset limits exceeded by “n” times (consecutive or otherwise) For example: alarm at 1st wrong code, advance alarm after 3 codes whose print quality is less than 50%, etc.
- Real time graphic display, with alternative modes, of the impact of defects and the degree of readability of each code, in the medium term for the pro duction lot
- Graphic representation of the barcode’s actual positioning on the product with respect to an ideal point
- Management of alarms, reprinting and re-application of labels with incorrect codes (requires labeling on still products). After “n” incorrect reprints, possibility of managing the line stoppage or label ap plication indicating the “non-conformity”
- Management of the barcode scanner’s parameterization
- Recording of readings and important production data with possibility of its export
The Code Verification software is embedded in the “Validation and print management” interface for Inspector 4.0 control unit
Software - Inspector 4.0
The Code Verification software, installed on an Inspector control unit, is the most advanced solution for managing bar code and 2D code scanners:
- Code readability check (good read / no good read)
- Conformity check of the code read to the specific code set at the start of production, with correspondence to a specific value
- Analysis of the grade of readability (as per the ANSI grade) expressed as a percentage, with an advance alarm in the case of a decline in print quality below a preset minimum threshold. The advance alarm is aimed at notifying and assisting the operator in label reel changes (no additional line stoppages) and operating head and/or scanner cleaning before unreadable codes get printed
- Check of conformity of the code read to a family of preset codes (useful in the case of constantly variable code)
- Management of a possible product ejector, (still or moving)
- Display of hardware alarm conditions: pneumatic ejector not working, product not ejected, scanner (or ejector) activation photocell malfunctioning or not working
- Possibility of setting up to 5 conventional print quality ranges, based on the percentage of readability provided by the barcode scanner
- Possibility of setting the activation of alarms and advance alarms, in relation to preset limits exceeded by “n” times (consecutive or otherwise) For example: alarm at 1st wrong code, advance alarm after 3 codes whose print quality is less than 50%, etc.
- Real time graphic display, with alternative modes, of the impact of defects and the degree of readability of each code, in the medium term for the pro duction lot
- Graphic representation of the barcode’s actual positioning on the product with respect to an ideal point
- Management of alarms, reprinting and re-application of labels with incorrect codes (requires labeling on still products). After “n” incorrect reprints, possibility of managing the line stoppage or label ap plication indicating the “non-conformity”
- Management of the barcode scanner’s parameterization
- Recording of readings and important production data with possibility of its export
The Code Verification software is embedded in the “Validation and print management” interface for Inspector 4.0 control unit
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