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Exhibitors at Labelexpo Americas 2004 had plenty of web inspection equipment on display. LABELEXPO AMERICAS HAD many exhibitors showing off their web inspection equipment, but does a converter really need to purchase inspection equipment? Some say yes, if they want to keep their waste, cost, and production time under control. Web inspection has come a long way, and packagePRINTING took a look at the different makes and models of web viewing systems that were available at Labelexpo, and spoke with some of the customers that use them. Smile, you're on camera There are two major different kinds of web scan equipment—web inspection systems and

A well-suited web inspection system can open the door to increased production and profitability for printers. IN THE LAST 10 years, web inspection systems have come a long way. They have developed into automated machines with the ability for literal 100 percent web inspection, rendering the need for manual inspection nearly obsolete. However, the highest quality inspection systems aren't necessary for every converter, and with so many options and confusing characterizations of the newest technology, knowing what system to choose can be difficult. What to look for There are three basic requirements a web inspection system should include, said John Woolley, vice president