Pharmagraphics Guy installs new vision verification technology

The new system, which will help in the production of self-adhesive labels, consists of machine mounted cameras that compare every label produced to the customer’s approved artwork.

The Rotoflex system uses high-tech machine mounted camera systems to identify all kinds of faults, including ink defects, missing print, colour variation, register movement, print-to-die cut, damaged plates, missing labels and matrixes, splices and dust and other particles.

When faults are identified, the machine stops and the defects are displayed on the monitor so that the operator can quickly locate, verify and correct any problem.

The defective label is then rewound to an inspection station for analysis.

Pharmagraphics Guy managing director Sean Nolan said the new Vision Verification system achieves a level of inspection that has not been possible until now.

"Errors on pharmaceutical labels can potentially have extensive and serious consequences, but with a high specification vision system, the risks are significantly reduced, ensuring the highest possible levels of compliance are maintained," Nolan said.

Pharmagraphics Guy is a specialist manufacturer of informational literature, pressure sensitive labels, leaflets and security print serving the pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical device, hospital, electronic, security, and consumer industries.