GEM GRAVURE
Machines for electric cables and optical fibers
Company Overview and Heritage
Gem Gravure is a family-owned and operated company with nearly 70 years of experience in marking and coding. Founded in 1952 by Joseph Gemelli, it pioneered product marking with patented gravure marking wheels. Under subsequent generations, including David Gemelli who introduced continuous inkjet (CIJ) printing to wire and cable, Gem Gravure has become a recognized leader. Headquartered in Hanover, MA, with R&D in Nixa, MO, and a West Coast office, the company remains committed to innovation and customer satisfaction.
Advanced Marking Solutions
Gem Gravure provides a comprehensive suite of state-of-the-art marking and coding solutions, including industrial inkjet printers, specialized fluids, and cutting-edge software. As the exclusive North American reseller for KBA-Metronic's alphaJET continuous inkjet printers, Gem offers reliable, high-speed performance and precise coding. Its extensive range of industrial inkjet fluids are custom-formulated in the USA, featuring low to no VOCs, high contrast, and superior adhesion across diverse substrates like PVC, FEP, PFA, ETFE, plastics, metals, rubber, and glass. Options include solvent-based, water-based, and UV-curable fluids, some developed with Excelitas Technologies for fiber-optic cables.
Integrated Software and Services
To enhance operational efficiency, Gem Gravure offers advanced software solutions such as diamondJET Connect for centralized printer control, diamondBRIDGE for secure data exchange, and CODE-M for remote monitoring. Beyond technology, the company emphasizes robust customer support, providing 24/7 emergency technical assistance, on-site and remote training, and flexible service contracts. Their GEM ASSIST remote service offers virtual support from trusted technicians, ensuring minimal production downtime. Gem Gravure also customizes equipment integration and fluid formulations to meet specific client production line requirements and environmental conditions.
Industry Applications and Sustainability
Gem Gravure's solutions cater to a broad spectrum of industries, including wire and cable manufacturing, food packaging, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and general industrial sectors. Their systems deliver durable, legible markings for essential data like lot numbers, batch numbers, and expiration dates, crucial for traceability and compliance. The company is also dedicated to sustainability, offering eco-friendly inks with reduced VOCs or high water content, and promoting efficient printer technologies that minimize makeup solvent usage and waste. This commitment is evident in their U.S. manufacturing practices and continuous R&D efforts.
