New business unit combines advanced automation, AI, and direct-to-object printing for scalable, sustainable solutions.
Randolph, NJ – Norwalt, a specialist in custom-built automation and line integration machinery for complex manufacturing applications, has launched a new Digital Division dedicated to advancing the future of product labeling through next-generation technology. This forward-looking business unit will focus on reshaping the future of product labeling through high-performance digital printing systems that offer superior speed, precision, and sustainability compared to conventional labeling methods.
At the core of the new division’s offering is a state-of-the-art direct-to-object (DTO) digital printer, capable of printing on up to 300 containers per minute with ultra-high-resolution 1200 dpi output. The system is engineered to deliver exceptional ink durability and adhesion across a wide range of substrates, with flexible color configurations including CMYKW, spot Pantone colors, and fluorescent inks. Norwalt will debut the prototype system at the upcoming Printing United Expo, taking place October 22–24 in Orlando at Booth #5012.
- Integrated Quality: Combines Norwalt’s proven part-handling systems with cutting-edge digital printheads for unmatched precision and consistency.
- AI-Driven Automation: Optimizes production in real time, reducing waste and increasing throughput.
- Vision/Inspection Systems: Built-in quality control ensures every print meets the highest standards.
- Digital Twin Technology: Enables virtual simulation of printing systems before production begins.
- Industry 4.0 Compatibility: Interconnected systems enable data capture, performance monitoring, and smart decision-making.
- Sustainability Focus: Eliminates label waste and adhesive materials, supports recyclable substrates, and utilizes eco-friendly UV-curable inks.
Norwalt’s Digital Division will serve a wide array of industries - including life sciences, food and beverage, personal care, and specialty chemicals - delivering tailored, future-ready solutions that meet the sector’s strict regulatory and performance requirements. The division will also offer full service, around-the-clock support, to ensure optimal uptime and productivity for customers.
“At Norwalt, we’ve always focused on precision, innovation, and performance,” said Mike Seitel, Chairman of Norwalt Automation Group. “With the launch of our Digital Division, we’re bringing that same philosophy to the rapidly evolving world of digital printing, helping manufacturers future-proof their operations while achieving unmatched quality and efficiency.”
About Norwalt
For more than five decades, Norwalt has specialized in custom-built automation and line integration machinery for complex manufacturing applications. The company's engineers design, construct, validate and install premium production equipment for a wide array of sectors, including medical devices, life sciences, food & beverage, personal care, and household items. Norwalt produces machinery meeting a broad range of functionalities – from packaging and product assembly and post-mold automation to modular automation cells and robotics systems. Many customers rely on Norwalt’s vision system experience enabling them to incorporate highly technical vision systems, both stand alone and integrated, to ensure accuracy in a wide range of applications.
Often, Norwalt's unique-to-customer solutions comprise intricate, low- to high-volume machinery and robotics designed from proof of concept, many of whose capabilities have never been attempted let alone realized. Always, its equipment provides maximum efficiency and minimal downtime backed by the company’s unsurpassed, engineering-centric customer service and support. For more information visit www.norwalt.com.