Markem-Imaje Unveils eTouch-S Intelligent Print and Apply Labeling Solution

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Dover (NYSE: DOV) announced the launch of the eTouch-S intelligent print and apply labeling system by its subsidiary, Markem-Imaje, on Sept. 7, 2022. The eTouch-S aims to reduce environmental impact while maintaining supply chain traceability and production speed of over 150 packs per minute. Enhanced with proprietary technology, it requires no plant air, minimizing downtime and maintenance. Built-in artificial intelligence ensures precise label application, enhancing operational safety and compliance with labeling standards. The product is part of Markem-Imaje's 2200 series, designed for efficiency and user-friendliness.

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• Launch of eTouch-S system enhances Dover's product portfolio.
• eTouch-S improves operational efficiency with speeds over 150 packs per minute.
• Reduced maintenance requirements due to minimal moving parts, decreasing total cost of ownership.
• Incorporates AI for precise label application, increasing reliability.
• Compliant with EN415-10 safety standards, ensuring high operational safety.

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• None.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Markem-Imaje, part of Dover (NYSE: DOV) and a global provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions and industrial marking and coding systems, today announced the launch of the eTouch-S intelligent print and apply labeling system, further enhancing its global portfolio of end-to-end supply chain solutions.

With a proprietary design and patented technology, the eTouch-S applicator is the latest addition to Markem-Imaje's 2200 series. The eTouch-S was developed in response to customer demand for products with a reduced environmental impact. The eTouch-S removes the need for plant air without impacting supply chain traceability or increasing the risk of retailer fines for returned cases.

Capable of production speeds of over 150 packs per minute, the eTouch-S utilizes Markem-Imaje's market-leading innovation to combine outstanding performance with the highest levels of operational safety. The eTouch-S offers fully unhindered operation across numerous applications, and is compliant with EN415-10 safety standards.

"The eTouch-S is a truly intelligent, high-performance print and apply system," said Mike Kirk, Print and Apply Product Marketing Manager at Markem-Imaje.

"It's a game-changer for customers looking for a solution that is exceptionally safe, lightning fast, hugely durable and simple to operate, all while reducing downtime. The eTouch-S applicator is ideal for any business looking to be fully compliant with labeling standards while eliminating the need to regulate production throughput, require changes to existing production methods or for expensive additional pack control."

The innovative eTouch-S has built-in artificial intelligence to ensure that labels are applied to an exacting standard on every pack, at the highest production speeds. The applicator's unique SoftTouch technology offers full movement control and application monitoring, alongside pack sensing which allows application without unnecessary force and the ability to automatically detect variation in pack position. An optional Advanced Trigger Sensor (ATS) provides the ability to label on packs with infinitely variable distances and speeds with constant label placement and without the requirement for operational intervention or complex line integration.

Markem-Imaje has developed a new hybrid driver which provides the eTouch-S with a combination of high-speed motion accuracy and inbuilt hardware safety to remove the need for additional safety measures even at high speed.

Designed with reliability in mind, the eTouch-S drastically reduces maintenance requirements due to its minimal moving parts. Efficient design allows for lower print speeds at higher throughput regardless of the data complexity or content, reducing machine burden and decreasing wear and total cost of ownership.

The eTouch-S includes all the enhanced features of the Markem-Imaje's 2200 Series, making the overall solution extremely easy to use, efficient and reliable. All models in the 2200 Series offer an intuitive user interface and a simple media path, allowing operators to replenish labels and ribbon rolls in less than 40 seconds. The in-built auto-change/tandem functionality means that should a 2200 Series go off-line, a second labeler will immediately take over the task to eliminate downtime associated with media changes.

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About Markem-Imaje:

Markem-Imaje, a wholly owned subsidiary of the US-based Dover Corporation is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, and print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje provides global reach to over 50,000 customers with 30 subsidiaries, 6 technology centers, several equipment repair centers and manufacturing plants with the most comprehensive marking and coding portfolio available in the marketplace. Visit www.markem-imaje.com for further information.

About Dover:

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Markem-Imaje Contact:
Viktor Hermansson
+34 627 80 86 10
vhermansson@markem-imaje.com 

Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications
(630) 743-5039    
asakowicz@dovercorp.com     

Dover Investor Contact:
Jack Dickens, Senior Director, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
jdickens@dovercorp.com

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FAQ

What is the eTouch-S system launched by Dover?

The eTouch-S is an intelligent print and apply labeling system launched by Dover's subsidiary Markem-Imaje to enhance supply chain solutions.

What are the key features of the eTouch-S system?

The eTouch-S features fast production speeds over 150 packs per minute, proprietary technology to minimize environmental impact, and built-in artificial intelligence for precise label application.

When was the eTouch-S system launched?

The eTouch-S system was launched on September 7, 2022.

How does the eTouch-S impact production efficiency?

The eTouch-S improves production efficiency by reducing downtime, maintenance, and the need for plant air, while ensuring high-speed performance.

Is the eTouch-S compliant with safety standards?

Yes, the eTouch-S is compliant with EN415-10 safety standards, ensuring high operational safety.