Array Technologies to Debut RealSync Smart Packaging Platform at PACK EXPO 2026

Array Technologies is set to unveil RealSync™, an integrated smart packaging production platform, at PACK EXPO International 2026 at Booth W-39050. According to the company, RealSync is designed to simplify how manufacturers and packaging producers manage, print, verify, and deliver unique package-level data. The platform allows manufacturers to print variable information directly onto packaging during production, offering an alternative to preprinted labels. This approach can reduce label and packaging inventories, minimize waste, and simplify the management of changing SKUs and product information. More details are available via arrayonline.com/product/real-stamp/.

RealSync brings together data management, industrial mono- or color-inkjet printing, machine vision verification, and smart packaging technologies within one scalable production platform. It manages variable data, prints unique information at production speed, verifies that the correct information is associated with each package, and delivers package-level data for reporting, traceability, and downstream use. The platform can operate with an on-premises server, giving manufacturers local control without requiring cloud connectivity. David Pirie, President of Array Technologies, said, "RealSync is about making smart packaging practical on the production floor. Rather than treating printing, data encoding, verification and connected packaging as separate processes, we've brought them together into one workflow that can be configured around the manufacturer's application."

RealSync supports a range of variable and connected packaging technologies, including barcodes, QR codes, SKUs, GTINs, lot numbers, production dates, RFID, Bluetooth Low Energy tag cloud-based asset tracking via Wiliot, Amazon Transparency codes, GS1 Digital Link, and other unique identifiers. Machine vision and RFID verification help confirm correct data association and create production records. The platform can be configured for a single machine or scaled across larger operations, and it supports packaging, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and other manufacturing environments. It can help manufacturers prepare for evolving requirements, including GS1 Sunrise 2027 and the FDA Food Traceability Rule, while supporting workflows that use GS1 standards. At PACK EXPO International, Array Technologies will demonstrate the RealSync workflow and its ability to integrate data, printing, and verification in a production environment. Manufacturers can submit their own production data before the show for a tailored demonstration. Free PACK EXPO registration is available using code 77F80. Array Technologies, headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, develops and manufactures integrated printing, vision, data management, and workflow solutions for the print, mail, packaging, and bindery markets.