At PACK EXPO International, which is set to take place Nov. 3-6 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, FOX IV Technologies will officially unveil its new 6312 Label Printer-Applicator. The 6312 is ideal for simple label print and apply applications, the company says, such as shipping labeling. It also works for small- to medium-size businesses looking to start their automation journey. The 6312 is designed to be an entry-level label print and apply solution and is “streamlined and simplified,” the company notes. By incorporating the Postek MX series print engine, FOX IV says that no external PC or PLC is required. “The 6312 is a great way to start automating your fulfillment process,” said Catherine Hornsby, marketing manager, in a statement. “The large, 4.5-inch touchscreen, built-in PLC and simplified applicator controls makes the 6312 easy for operators to use. It can be set up on a new or existing conveyor or used with a manual trigger for semi-automatic labeling.” The Postek MX print module is incorporated into FOX IV’s durable industrial applicator design. Labels up to 4.72 inches can be printed at speeds as fast as 18 inches per second (IPS), depending on model, and applied director to a product, shipping box, reusable tote or pallet. “Additionally, the entry-level price point makes automating labeling easier to justify by providing fast ROI through increased throughput, labor time savings and minimized labeling errors,” Hornsby added. “For companies ready to move to the next level, it’s a great starting point.” Several optional features are offered to customize the labeling experience, from RFID encoding and verification to barcode verification.”

FOX IV Technologies Inc. 6011 Enterprise Drive, Export, Penn. 15632; 877/436-2434; www.foxiv.com