Digital Label Production for COMMERCIAL PRINTERS

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1 Digital Label Production for COMMERCIAL PRINTERS

2 1 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

3 Start and develop your label business with digital color presses that are built for production AstroNova Product Identification provides products, services and supplies that improve our customers ability to identify, track and market their products. Our two brands, QuickLabel and TrojanLabel are both leaders in the industry. Our QuickLabel brand, pioneer in the in-house label printing industry, leads the field in tabletop label printers for on-demand color labels. With decades of experience, QuickLabel provides the best solution for tabletop label printing systems. Our label printers, software, media, inks, toner and supplies are designed to work in harmony. From vibrant product labels to GHS-certified labels, we understand your needs. With our easy-to-use color label printing systems, you save time, gain flexibility and increase sales. TrojanLabel is the innovative leader for professional label presses and specialty printers. Since 2012, TrojanLabel has globally revolutionized color printing technology with the production of digital color label presses and specialty printer systems for a broad range of end markets. Designed with higher volume and professional applications in mind, TrojanLabel continues to develop innovative solutions and has become the obvious choice for label converters and commercial printers. AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 2

4 GLOBAL REACH Total Solution Provider AstroNova Product Identification provides complete label and specialty printing solutions for label converters and printing professionals worldwide. With a complete solution-based program, AstroNova makes it effortless for printing businesses to expand their product line to include labels and/or tags and produce them in the small runs and fast turnaround times their customers now demand. To accomplish that, we articulate our program in six essential elements, as detailed below. 24/7/365 Phone Support On-site Startup Assistance & Training Consultative Approach Our worldwide Field Sales Engineer team is available to visit your facility for a one-on-one consultation to review your specific needs and recommend the correct set-up for your production environment. After your equipment arrives, our dedicated Field Technical Support Engineers are always ready to help you started and answer your questions, providing around-the-clock remote and local support. Products Catering specifically to the label converting and print house industry, our TrojanLabel division specializes in manufacturing complete digital label production solutions designed for high productivity. Engineered for the industry, with extraordinary alignment capabilities, state-of-theart print engines and total ease of use, TrojanLabel systems offer complete printing solutions that allow businesses to easily expand their product line and maintain a low cost of ownership. TrojanControl Software Fully equipped with our easy-to-use TrojanControl software, each of our TrojanLabel digital presses enable users to seamlessly control production through its touch-screen user interface. Designed to simplify production, TrojanControl allows users to effortlessly place labels on pre-die cuts in perfect registration, significantly reducing labor costs for each printing job. P.O. Programs for Ink and Media natura ink Materials AstroNova offers 25+ years of experience in label materials and market-based applications that we would be glad to make available to you and your team. We have developed the widest range of label materials and adhesives for your inkjet press, specifically manufactured for your customers application requirements. Engineered in our own Materials Research Laboratory, our labels are suitable for a broad spectrum of applications; from glossy polypropylene for product display to textured matte for wine and artisan products. Our team of Media Specialists is always available for one-on-one media consultation to determine the best combination of materials for your specific applications. Label samples are available upon request. natura ink natura ink is formulated to be very durable and enable a wide color gamut when printing digitally. The print with natura ink has a very high water resistance and has the fastest dry time on the market today. natura ink is made of 70% water and is 100% free of reactive and prohibited chemistries. Hence natura ink is safer for food labels and for the environment than other technologies. It is safer than UV, solvent and liquid toner inks. natura inks best perform if used with AstroNova substrates to ensure: Optimal color gamut and accuracy via color profiling performed in our materials research laboratory. The fastest dry time possible thanks to the advanced inkjet-receptive coatings and developed for natura inks. Label material adhesives comply with FDA regulations and is safe for indirect food contact. 3 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

5 Volume Press Volume Press Program The Volume Press program is designed to help Commercial Printers achieve a lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) with their Trojan label solutions and remain competitive on the market place with their label pricing. The VP program is available on the T2, T2C and the T4. Fully utilize our presses capability and reap the benefits of lower priced ink based on higher volume of usage, as our presses can run 24/7. This program will literally allow you to save tens of thousands of dollars on ink, money you can choose to share with your customers or reinvest in your business! Parts & Labor Warranties Upgrade By innovating and enhancing devices, we allow you to do more and perform better. In doing so, we give you a chance to be a part of the technology evolution and upgrade your equipment. Whether it is hardware or software, we will ensure your devices remain current to meet your ever-changing requirements. Financing Options Available Financing Capital expense budget not available? We have you covered. AstroNova Product Identification collaborates with a leasing company, allowing you to lease the devices you need to get started now. Get underway with a low down payment and reasonable monthly fee. AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 4

6 DIGITAL COLOR SOLUTIONS Label printing professionals TrojanLabel has globally revolutionized color printing technology with the production of digital color label presses, over printers and specialty printing systems. Exceptional Quality, Heavy Duty, Optimized Footprint, and Built In Screens and Touchscreens TrojanLabel presses are built to last, and sustain 24/7 production cycles with their heavy duty construction in Stainless Steel and Aluminum. Their architecture is optimized to ensure the smallest foot print in the industry! And all of that achieving the highest level of registration from run to run, time after time, thanks to its servo-driven design. The TrojanLabel presses are easy-to-use and require little labor to load and start up! It will become your go-to for small runs and quick turnaround time jobs! T2-C Full Capacity Digital Tabletop Press T2 Optimized Digital Label Mini Press T3-OP Professional Packaging Overprinting System T4 Advanced Digital Label Press & Finishing System 5 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

7 TrojanControl Software TrojanControl has been designed with your business in mind! It will enable you to control your printing jobs from start to finish and understand your cost without delay. It is also very simple to manage print queues throughout the shift and store and records your jobs. When you encounter any issue, trouble shooting becomes easy with our state-of-the-art remote diagnostics function. Intuitive Touch Screen Interface Predicts Cost Per Label Places Labels on Pre-Die Cuts C M + Y K = RIP and Workflow The TrojanRIP is optimized for high productivity and print quality in order to achieve best true-to-life colors and beautiful labels in record speed. The TrojanRIP includes the following features: Spot color matching Intuitive GUI Mac or PC compatible Graphic Merge capability Global or specific color adjustment Ability to make impositions MATERIALS RESEARCH LABORATORY Quality Labels for Satisfied Customers Testing and Certifications AstroNova materials are tested and certified for all presses to ensure maximum print quality and consistency and label durability, as well as press parts integrity especially print heads. We test labels for resistance to UV, water, abrasion. We also test for thickness and consistency of inkjet coating to give you the best results every time. We are always in the process of developing new materials: from cost-effective matte paper with corrugated adhesive to high performance gloss PET with UV-cured adhesive, we ve got you covered. Buy your Raw Materials from Us R R R R R Benefit from a sales, support & manufacturing ISO 9001-certified plants Buy only the quantities you need reduced minimum order quantities MOQ and short lead times Choose from a wide selection of materials from standard to custom Offer prequalified WBIJ label materials with proven performance to your customers Choose from continuous or pre die-cut rolls, standard or custom shapes AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 6

8 TROJAN T2-C Full Capacity Digital Tabletop Press Plug and Play The Industry s Smallest Full Capacity Digital Press Small Tabletop Design Ready start-up No facilities expansion needed Low power consumption Built-in PC Intuitive touchscreen user interface No intensive operator training required Remote diagnostics Complete finished rolls ready to be set in applicators Print Quality, Consistency and Durability Servo-Driven Web Handling and Tension Control natura ink High vibrancy Water resistant Light Fastness High Precision Registration Dynamic web guide Enables full bleed printing on pre-die cut labels Tight Production Quality Optimized with odd-shape labels Easy-to-change print heads Enable consistent print quality over time RIP Enhanced spot color matching Easy color replacement Ability to make impositions Low Cost of Ownership Maximized Return on Investment Inkjet Print Heads Consumables, easy to change Inexpensive compared to other technology Maximized Ink Management Large capacity ink tanks (2 Liters) High uptime with reduced changeovers of ink Volume Press (VP) Program for high-volume users Short Web Path Minimizes label material waste Keeps cost per label low even on short-runs Choose from most Cost-effective Print Options Pre-die cut blanks Print multiple across Continuous material 7 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

9 We are excited to have printers that are ready to take on our growing workload. We recommend them to any business that needs high volume label printers. CAMCO Trojan T2-C Specifications Operation Ink Resolution Speed Print Area Media Sensors High Performance water-based dye ink Four 2-liter tanks CMYK 1600 x 800 dpi or 1600 x 1600 dpi 6 ips (152 mm/sec) or 12 ips (300 mm/sec) Width: 8.8" (223 mm) Length without stitching: 0.6" 30" (15 mm 762 mm) Length with stitching: Unlimited Optical tracking edge sensor, Adjustable position, Black mark sensor, Gap sensor and continuous Connectivity Ethernet 10/100/1000 Driver Software Environment & Physical Conditions for Operation Conditions for Storage natura ink Microsoft Windows 10, 8, 7, Windows Server 2012, 2008, 64/32-bit drivers TrojanControl Bewteen 59 F 86 F ( between 15 C 30 C) at RH 22 to 80% (non-condensing) Between 41 F 122 F (5 C 50 C) at RH up to 85%, non-condensing at 149 F (65 C) Supplies Ink Type Label Width Length (Die-cut) Thickness Roll Size Types Print Quality TrojanRIP Maintenence Maintenance Cartridge natura ink natura ink, high durability, extreme water fastness and good UV light resistance, food-safe ink. Fastest drying ink in the market. 1.9" 9.8" (50 mm 250 mm) 0.6" 60" (15 mm 1525 mm) 4 pt/mil 12 pt/mil Core: 3" (76 mm) Max. OD: 12" (300 mm) Paper, Ink jet coated gloss paper, PE, PET, PP Optimized color match Global or specific color adjustment Easy color replacement Ability to make impositions Maintenance tray with replaceable modules (wiper roller/print head cap) Power Requirements Aerosol Extraction System Dimensions V AC 50/60 Hz (360W, 2.5A power supply) Replaceable filters With 2 Liter external ink tanks: 23.8" L x 22.8" W x 31.3 H (606 mm x 580 mm x 795 mm ) Aerosol Extraction System Types Replaceable filters Paper, Ink jet coated gloss paper, PE, PET, PP Touchscreen 7" Touchscreen Warranty Weight lbs. (60 kg) without ink and label roll Printer 12 Month Manufacturer s Parts & Labor Warranty (excludes wear parts and supplies) AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 8

10 TROJAN T2 Optimized Digital Label Mini Press Professional Grade Production Built for: Industrial Grade Design Compact design Stainless Steel built for 24/7 production High Production Capacity High Roll Capacity (24" OD) High Speed - Produce large volumes in a short period of time Convert labels in house Built-in PC Intuitive touchscreen user interface No intensive operator training required Remote diagnostics Unequaled Digital Print Quality Servo-Driven Web Handling and Tension Control High Precision Registration Dynamic web guide Print full-bleed on pre-die cut labels Tight Production Quality Finished roll of labels every time Even tension ready for applicators No need for additional labor RIP Enhanced spot color matching Easy color replacement Ability to make impositions Low Cost of Ownership Maximized Return on Investment Inkjet Print Heads Consumables, easy to change Inexpensive compared to other technology Maximized Ink Management Large capacity Ink Tanks (2 Liters) High uptime with reduced changeovers of ink Volume Press (VP) Program for high-volume users Choose from most Cost-effective Print Options Pre-die cut blanks Print multiple across Continuous material 9 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

11 Since installation, the T2 has been functioning flawlessly. The unique software and user friendly interface made our operators smile from day one. A. Botas, Etipress Trojan T2 Specifications Operation Ink Resolution Speed Print Area Media Sensors High Performance water-based dye ink Four 2-liter tanks CMYK 1600 x 1600 dpi full color 6 ips (152 mm/sec) or 12 ips (305 mm/sec) Width: 2" 8.8" (51 mm 223 mm) Length without stitching: 0.6" 30" (15 mm 762 mm) Length with stitching: unlimited Optical tracking edge sensor Adjustable position Black mark sensor Gap sensor and continuous Connectivity Ethernet 10/100 Driver Software Environment & Physical Conditions for Operation natura ink Microsoft Windows 10, 8, 7, Windows Server 2012, 2008, 64/32-bit drivers TrojanControl Between 41 F and 95 F (between 5 C and 35 C), Recommended 59 F (15 C) at RH 22 up to 80% (non-condensing) Supplies Ink Tanks Label Width Label Length Die-Cut Thickness Roll Size Types Print Quality TrojanRIP natura ink natura ink, high durability, extreme water fastness and good UV light resistance, food-safe ink. Fastest drying ink in the market 2" 9.5" (51 mm 241 mm) 0.6" 60" (15 mm 1525 mm) 4pt/mil 12 pt/mil Core: 3" (76 mm) Max. OD: 24" (600 mm) Paper, Inkjet coated gloss paper, PE, PET, PP Optimized color match Global or specific color adjustment Easy color replacement Ability to make impositions Conditions for Storage Power Requirements Between 23 F and 122 F (between -5 C and +50 C) at RH up to 85%, non-condensing at 149 F (65 C) V AC 50/60 Hz Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance tray with replaceable modules (wiper roller/print head cap) Power Consumption Dimensions 400W (at peak operation) 59" L x 36" W x 62" H (1500 mm x mm x 1591 mm) Warranty Printer 12 Month Manufacturer s Parts & Labor Warranty (excludes wear parts and supplies) Touchscreen 15.6" touchscreen Weight 1036 lbs. (470 kg) without ink and label rolls Optional Accessories Slitter for die-cut labels Exit feeder for inline placement RIP workflow Color management software label designer software (manage variable data) AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 10

12 TROJAN T3-OP Packaging Overprinting System All-in-One Overprinting System Full color printing on diverse packaging materials High Quality and Full Color Prints directly onto materials with ink receptive surfaces High precision conveyor table Resolution up to 1600 dpi Print on Multiple Surfaces Adjustable print head height Cardboard, postcards, boxes, paper bags, wooden planks Blister envelopes or folded boxes ready for shipment Built-in PC Intuitive touch screen user interface No intensive operator training required Remote Diagnostics Production-Friendly Easy to Switch between Substrates Automatic Adjustment For timing and spacing variances when fed manually Print Width of 2" to 8.8" Designed for High Production Supports large runs in a short period of time High speed 6ips or 12ips (152mm/sec. or 305mm/sec) Low Cost of Ownership Maximized Return on Investment Inkjet Print Heads Consumables, easy to change Inexpensive compared to other technology Maximized Ink Management Large capacity Ink Tanks (2 Liters) High uptime with reduced changeovers of ink Volume Press (VP) Program for high-volume users 11 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

13 The T3-OP overprinter has proven to be extremely versatile in our production and as an example we have digitalized our pizza box printing. This immediately resulted in stronger sales and profitability. A. Gogoase, Adriano Company Trojan T3-OP Specifications Operation Ink Resolution Speed Print Area Media Sensors Four 2-liter, water-based Dye ink, Individual CMYK tanks 1600 x 800 dpi or 1600 x 1600 dpi 6 ips (152 mm/sec) or 12 ips (305 mm/sec) Width: 8.8" (223 mm) Length without stitching: 0.6" 30" (15 mm 762 mm) Length with stitching: Unlimited Optical sensor Connectivity Ethernet 10/100/1000 Driver Software 32/64-bit Windows 10, 8, 7, 32-bit Windows XP Windows Vista TrojanControl Supplies Ink Tanks Ink Type Product Width Product Length Thickness Types Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge 2 Liter, individual CMYK tanks 2-Liter, individual CMYK tanks High performance, water-based dye inks with extra wide color gamut that produce true-to-life color when combined with AstroNoval approved media Up to 40" (1000 mm) 0.6" 60" (15 mm 1525 mm) Adjustable Paper, kraft paper, cardboard, ink absorbing surfaces, ink jet coated PE, PP, PET Maintenance tray with replaceable modules (wiper roller/print head cap) Environment & Physical Conditions for Operation Conditions for Storage Between 59 F and 86 F (between 15 C and 30 C) at RH 22 up to 80% (non-condensing) Between 41 F and 122 F (between 5 C and 50 C) at RH up to 85%, non-condensing at 149 F (65 C) Warranty Printer 12 Month Manufacturer s Parts & Labor Warranty (excludes wear parts and supplies) Power Requirements Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Optional Accessories V AC 50/60 Hz 60W (Trojan3 module only) 59" L x 49" W x 59" H (1500 mm x 1250 mm x 1500 mm) 187 lbs. (85 kg) without ink and supplies Conveyor table, various media guides, feeding table, Catch tray, RIP work flow, color management software, Artwork designer software (manage variable data) AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 12

14 TROJAN T4 Compact Digital Label Finishing System All-in-One High Productivity Low Cost of Ownership All-in-one Solution for Commercial Label Production Start to Finish Label Production Print Laminate Rotary die-cut Enroll matrix Production Quality Exceptional registration obtained by servo driven design High speeds (up to 164 ft/min) Semi-rotary and full-rotary die-cutting feature Built-in PC Intuitive touchscreen user interface No intensive operator training required Remote diagnostics Operational Flexibility and Self Run Technology Efficiently Adapts to Frequent Set-up Changes Minimum downtime even in high mix/low volume environments User-friendly software Intuitive print queue management In-line Finishing Made Easy Produce finished roll of labels without manual intervention Rolls ready for applicator Extremely Light Maintenance Easily upgrade Modular system design allows upgrades to keep up with technological advancements Reduce capital expenses over time Maximized Return on Investment Inkjet Print Heads Consumables, easy to change Inexpensive compared to other technology Maximized Ink Management Large capacity Ink Tanks (2 Liters) High uptime with reduced changeovers of ink Volume Press (VP) Program for high-volume users Choose from most Cost-effective Print Options Pre-die cut blanks Print multiple across Continuous material 13 AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers

15 Since it s installation it has been working flawlessly, efficiently and delivers the absolute highest print quality available. The T4 is very sophisticated yet easy to use. P. Andersen, DanTryk Trojan T4 Specifications Operation - Press Environment & Physical Ink Resolution Speed Print Area Media Sensors High Performance water-based dye ink Four 2-liter tanks CMYK 1600 x 800 dpi or 1600 x 1600 dpi 6 ips (150 mm/sec) or 12 ips (300 mm/sec) Width: 2" 8.8" (51 mm 223 mm) Length: 0.6" 30" (15 mm 762 mm) Finishing Length: 2" 22" (50 mm 550 mm) Optical sensor Connectivity Ethernet 10/100 Driver Software natura ink Microsoft Windows 10, 8, 7; Windows Server 2012, 2008, 64/32-bit drivers TrojanControl Conditions for Operation Conditions for Storage Power Requirements Air Supply Dimensions Touchscreen Weight Between 59 F and 86 F (between 15 C and 30 C) at RH 22 up to 80% (noncondensing) Between 41 F and 122 F (between 5 C and 50 C) at RH up to 85%, noncondensing at 149 F (65 C) Y 3W+N+PE 400V 50Hz 16A - min. 350mA RCCB (HFI) 6 bar 20L/min. Tube dimension ø8mm 57" L x 91" W x 60" H (1450 mm x 2300 mm x 1535 mm) 15.6" touchscreen Approx lbs. (1200 kg) without supplies Operation - Finishing Web Width Substrate Die Station Unwinder/ Rewinder Slitting Station Touchscreen Weight 2" 13" (50 mm 330 mm) 50 gsm 200 gsm Semi-rotary speed: 21 ips (32 m/min) Full-rotary speed: 47,2 ips (72 m/min) Die plate size (repeat): 2" 22" (50 mm mm) Max. unwind ID: 19.7" (500 mm) Max. single-shaft rewind ID: 17.7" (450 mm) Core: 3" (76 mm) Knife Type: Pneumatic crush or razor knife Minimum distance crush: 0.5" (12.7 mm) 15.6" touchscreen Approx lbs. (1200 kg) without ink and label/lamination rolls Supplies Ink Tanks Ink Type Label/tag Width Length Die-cut Thickness 2 Liter, individual CMYK tanks natura ink, high durability, extreme water fastness and good UV light resistance, food-safe ink. Fastest drying ink in the market 2" 9.5" (51 mm 241 mm) 0.6" 60" (15 mm 1525 mm) 4 pt/mil to 12 pt/mil Roll Size Unwind - Core: 3 (76 mm) Max. OD: 20" (500 mm) Rewind - Core: 3 (76 mm) Max. OD: 16" (400 mm) Types natura ink Paper, Inkjet coated gloss paper, PE, PET, PP, Tags Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge Print Quality Maintenance tray with replaceable modules (wiper roller/print head cap) Warranty Printer 12 Month Manufacturer s Parts & Labor Warranty (excludes wear parts and supplies) TrojanRIP Optimized color match Global or specific color adjustment Easy color replacement AstroNova Product Identification Commercial Printers 14

16 WORLD HEADQUARTERS AstroNova, Inc. 600 East Greenwich Avenue West Warwick, Rhode Island USA Toll-Free: Tel: EMEA HEADQUARTERS AstroNova GmbH Waldstraße Dietzenbach Deutschland Tel: +49 (0) CANADA 3505 rue Isabelle, Suite O Brossard, QC J4Y 2R2 LATIN AMERICA Av Insurgentes Sur No 1602, 4º Piso Suite 467 Col. Credito Constructor Ciudad de Mexico CDMX Mexico Tel FRANCE Parc Euclide - ZA la Clef St. Pierre 10A Rue Blaise Pascal Elancourt UNITED KINGDOM A5 Westacott Business Centre Westacott Way, Littlewick Green, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 3RT CHINA AstroNova (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd. Part D, Building No. 3 Plot Section No. 81 Meiyue Road Pilot Free Trade Zone (Shanghai) INDIA AstroNova - AMT A-44 Phase 1 Madras Export Processing Zone (MEPZ) Tambaram - Chennai MALAYSIA Klang Selangor SINGAPORE 1 Scott Road, #24-10 Shaw Centre Singapore QuickLabel, an AstroNova Division; TrojanLabel, an AstroNova Company; and AstroNova, Inc. All rights reserved. All specifications subject to change at any time without notice. Please consult your sales representative for most current information. QLB250