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Heidelberg joins UN Global Compact
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is a new participant in the UN Global Compact. The United Nations has confirmed the technology company's inclusion in the world's largest and most important initiative for sustainable and responsible corporate governance. By joining, Heidelberg is underlining its commitment to aligning its corporate strategy with the UN Global Compact's ten sustainability principles on human rights, labor standards, environmental protection, and anti-corruption.
Success in practical tests of low-migration MGA inks on a Koenig & Bauer press
In spring 2023, Koenig & Bauer was one of the parties involved in comprehensive tests of heatset MGA inks at B&K Offsetdruck in Ottersweier. The MGA ink series made by hubergroup was developed specifically for the printing of food packaging. The inks are mineral oil-free and promise especially low migration. There were several reasons behind B&K’s decision to test the new ink series.
Three Bobst installs in two years
Experience is the best base for building up trust. This proved to be the case in the partnership between Manor Packaging – part of the Fencor Packaging Group – and Swiss packaging technology company Bobst. In January 2020, the Peterborough, UK-based corrugated packaging specialist did not have a single Bobst solution on-site. Today, they have three, all of which were installed in the space of just two years.
VDMA Specification 40740 – Interface for Process Air Extraction and Filtration Systems published
In the digital production world, machines from different manufacturers must be able to communicate with each other. This requires uniform standards – so-called OPC UA Companion Specifications – in the development of which the VDMA is significantly involved. Currently, VDMA 40740 has been published in the Companion Specifications series and maps universal manufacturer-independent interfaces based on OPC UA.
Innovative packaging solution for wind turbine components
Mondi Grünburg has partnered with NKE, a prominent manufacturer of bearing solutions for wind, railway and industrial applications, to create a new packaging solution for wind power components. With the rising demand for renewable energy sources, the wind power sector has gained significant attention. The challenging operating conditions of wind turbines necessitate components that deliver exceptional efficiency and uncompromising reliability.
Kodak Plates “made in Germany” improve reliability and sustainability for printers
Printers in Europe have many different options for sourcing the offset printing plates they need to maintain reliable, high-quality print production. Recent supply chain issues and geopolitical developments, along with the increasing focus on sustainability, have created challenges for printers seeking a reliable supply of plates from suppliers focused on minimizing their carbon footprint. In light of these challenges, Kodak Sonora Xtra Process Free Plates, manufactured at Kodak’s Osterode facility in the heart of Germany are a smart choice for any printer.
Koenig & Bauer unveils XD Pro CI Flexo press
Combining almost 50 years’ flexo printing market experience from Italy with world-acclaimed engineering from Germany, Koenig & Bauer has officially unveiled its XD Pro CI Flexo next generation press that takes performance reliability, process consistency and efficiency to new levels of productivity. The Koenig & Bauer XD Pro all-round press has been launched to meet just-in-time market demands for short-run production agility for added-value sustainable flexible packaging. A new member of the CI-Flexo product portfolio, this new addition addresses main markets in flexible packaging, as well as synthetics and fibre-based packaging applications.
Sappi commences consultation process on future of Lanaken Mill
The persistent global economic downturn is proving to be much tougher than anticipated with depressed markets, geopolitical instability and weak economic growth combining to put significant pressure on Sappi, particularly in Europe. In response, Sappi announced on 6 July 2023 the start of a consultation process on the possible closure of Stockstadt Mill. “We have completed this process and agreed on the social plan for the employees. In addition, an agreement has been signed for the sale of the site. The closure of the site should be completed during the first calendar quarter of 2024. Once all closure elements are taken into account, the impact is expected to be cash neutral.”
Heidelberg supplies WestRock with two longest sheetfed offset presses ever produced
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG has delivered the two longest sheetfed offset presses ever produced to leading global packaging manufacturer WestRock. The longest, delivered to WestRock’s Tczew, Poland facility, is a 42 metre, specially adapted custom configuration of a Speedmaster XL 106 with a total of 20 printing and coating units.
Koenig & Bauer factory in Radebeul celebrates its jubilee
On 29 September, Koenig & Bauer celebrated the 125th anniversary of its location in Radebeul near Dresden. With its 1,800 employees, the factory is today considered the largest engineering company in Saxony. It is the modern-day successor to Dresdner Schnellpressenfabrik, the company founded on Blasewitzer Straße in Dresden in 1898 by Joseph Hauss and Alfred Sparbert. It relocated to Brockwitz just two years later before moving premises again in 1911, namely to Radebeul-Naundorf, where the company still has its offices today.
Kodak: Workflow automation with Prinergy 10.0
Kodak continues to invest in enhancing the performance, functionality and security of its workflow software and has launched worldwide a new Version 10.0 of Kodak Prinergy Software. Kodak Prinergy Workflow Solutions offer smart automation and support for analog and digital printing processes. They are available on premise, in the cloud or as a hybrid solution with subscription bundles, giving printers ultimate value and cost savings. Prinergy is compatible with virtually all third-party software and equipment, and connects with the broadest range of digital presses.
Muller Martini opens a new chapter in book production
On 21 September, a new chapter in book production was opened at the Muller Martini Print Finishing Center (PFC). More than 120 visitors were able to experience live what level of automation is possible in book production today. The book production lines presented will sustainably increase productivity in print finishing.
