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Hubergroup and manroland Goss unite for sustainable packaging innovation
Hubergroup, a global specialist in printing inks and chemicals, has partnered with manroland Goss web systems, a provider of web offset printing solutions, in a strategic collaboration. The partnership represents a significant milestone in the pursuit of sustainable packaging solutions, as it combines the extensive knowledge and expertise of hubergroup with the cutting-edge web offset printing technology offered by manroland Goss web systems.
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Bobst unveils innovative solutions and forges strategic partnerships at drupa
At drupa, Bobst announced its latest solutions and strategic partnerships to help shape the future of the packaging world, contributing to a new era in packaging where the entire production line is connected, enabling seamless end-to-end workflows.
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Print industry stays on course for growth worldwide
The print industry remains on course for growth worldwide. The sector posted sales of over €837 billion in the past fiscal year. “Our industry is growing and also has a future,” says Thomas Schiemann, Managing Director of the VDMA’s Print and Paper Technology Association.
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Drytac prepares for global showcase at drupa 2024
Drytac, manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce that several leading manufacturers will use its materials as part of live product demonstrations at drupa 2024. Drupa visitors will be able to get up close and personal with Drytac’s materials used by several OEM manufacturers in hardware demonstrations. Drytac staff will also be on hand for questions and product recommendations.
Mondi and Meurer wake up coffee wrapping with new paper solution
Mondi has created a new secondary paper packaging solution for wrapping bundles of food and drinks, replacing plastic shrink film that has been the industry standard. The new paper solution, TrayWrap, is made with Mondi’s Advantage StretchWrap and is being used by a coffee brand to secure 12 coffee packages for transportation across Sweden.
Mondi to showcase premium papers for luxury packaging at drupa
Mondi will be showcasing its latest sustainable packaging and paper solutions based on its Pergraphica®, IQ Grass+ Packaging and IQ Board brands at the touchpoint packaging (tpp) forum at drupa 2024 (Hall 3, Stand B31). These premium papers are uniquely suited to luxurious packaging applications and various types of personalisation, such as laser engraving.
Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon recognized with two FTA Awards
The Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon has become the first technology to win two prestigious FTA Awards in one year: the FTA Innovation Award and the FTA Sustainability Excellence Award. Supplied as a simple, fast retrofit to existing fluorescent exposure frames, the Shine LED Lamp Kit enables flexo trade shops and printers to gain all the efficiency and sustainability benefits of LED exposure technology at a fraction of the cost of a new system.
AM industry confident in a tense economic situation
“In the current very difficult market environment across all sectors, our member companies are proving surprisingly robust,” explains Dr. Markus Heering, Managing Director of the VDMA's Additive Manufacturing Working Group. Despite the tense situation, only a third of companies reported declining sales in the spring survey.
Bobst partners with and invests in Packitoo
Bobst announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Packitoo, a French company developing digital solutions in the packaging industry. Packitoo’s Hipe is a web-based sales tool tailored for the packaging industry, automating quotations, managing packaging projects, and supporting web-to-pack e-shops for printers and converters.
UPM Raflatac unveils Carbon Action portfolio
According to the UN, today only 15% of the Sustainable Development Goal targets are on track. In September 2023, UPM joined the UN Global Compact Forward Faster initiative to accelerate this pace. To demonstrate its commitment to the Climate Action initiative and help its customers reduce the carbon footprint of their packaging materials and drive action, UPM Raflatac is proud to announce the launch of its Carbon Action Plastic Labels portfolio.
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Xeikon unveils new 1200 dpi inkjet press for high-end label segment
Xeikon has announced details of the next evolution Panther inkjet technology as the press manufacturer prepares for the world premiere of the Xeikon PX3300HD, a new 1200 dpi digital press that will be launched at drupa 2024. Developed for high quality labels, the five-color machine offers a 330mm printing width and speeds up to 70 m/min, even when printing with high opacity white. In addition, Xeikon PX3300HD utilizes a newly developed ink series, PX-Cure LED HD, to ensure perfect curing, while supporting sustainability targets for converters.
Sappi Europe announces price rises for its Packaging & Speciality products
Sappi Europe will increase prices for its Packaging & Speciality products effective on deliveries as from June 2024. This increase is necessary to maintain the viability of Sappi’s business, the actual amount will depend on the product group. Flexible Packaging: 15%, Release Liner (CCK & Glassine): 15%, Label Papers: 10%.
