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Linx Printing Technologies, UK, launched a new opaque yellow pigmented ink that delivers excellent contrast on both light and dark substrates to ensure effective code visibility.

Uflex, India, developed Flexfresh equilibrium modified atmospheric packaging (EMAP), designed to maintain consistent oxygen and carbon dioxide inside the bag during the shelf life of produce.

Hänel Storage Systems, Pittsburgh, Pa., engineered the Hänel ColdCell to deliver reliable refrigeration in a vertical storage system.

The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), Washington, D.C., partnered with Battelle Memorial Institute, a non-profit research and development organization based in Columbus, Ohio, to develop EMAlert, a secure and intuitive web-based software tool.

Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA), Houston, Texas, introduced the new 3,000- to 3,500-pound capacity Jungheinrich EKX 514/516K/516 man-up turret trucks.

DMI, an end-to-end mobility company based in Bethesda, Md., partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Washington, D.C., to incorporate enhancements and customer feedback into The FoodKeeper.

Dematic, Grand Rapids, Mich., introduced Multishuttle 2, an automated inventory staging buffer system designed to accommodate totes, trays and cases weighing up to 110 pounds.

Schaefer Systems International, Inc., Charlotte, N.C., released Exyz, a storage and retrieval machine ideal for different, serial-produced basic elements.

MULTI-FILL, West Jordan, Utah, released new volumetric pocket fillers for particulate products such as rice, pastas, salads or cut fruit and vegetables.

Swisslog, Newport News, Va., introduced the Tornado mini-load crane, which features a patented mast and rail design for high utilization of storage volume in a wide range of applications.