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New water-based ACTDigi® LEP Primer
Actega, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, has launched its water-based ACTDigi® LEP Primer at Labelexpo Europe 2025 (16-19 September, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain, Actega booth 3D41). Developed in partnership with HP and included in HP’s newly expanded in-line primer portfolio, the ACTDigi® LEP Primer ensures optimal print performance for different types of labels produced on a wide range of substrates, including coated and uncoated paper, synthetics and metalized substrates. This exceptional performance is proven on even the most challenging structured substrates, such as velvety papers and wine labels.
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Gallus and Heidelberg unveil new digital and hybrid solutions to meet rising demand across the label market
Gallus, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), today announces the launch of two new presses, one all-digital and one hybrid, at Labelexpo Europe 2025. These additions to its System to Compose portfolio have been strategically developed together by Heidelberg and Gallus to address the pressing and evolving needs of label producers to deliver greater speed, flexibility, and high-quality output.
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UPM Adhesive Materials showcases its solutions for label material performance at Labelexpo Europe 2025
UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, has announced the launch of a range of specialist solutions that address key trends in Logistics and Durables. These, together with other innovations, will be presented on its stand (3D29) at the forthcoming Labelexpo Europe show, taking place in Barcelona from 16th to 19th September. This event marks UPM Adhesive Materials’ debut under its renewed brand identity, reflecting its commitment to adhesive material expertise, sustainability and helping customers renew the everyday with label material performance.
Name change and rebranding of Hönle Group
UV specialist Dr. Hönle AG unites its group of companies under one strong, future-focused brand: the subsidiaries as well as the parent company are renamed to Hoenle – Dr. Hönle AG will be Hoenle AG. This step reflects the strategic development of the group and brings clarity to their international activities.
Color-Logic workflow integrates seamlessly with new Adobe PDF Print Engine 7
Color-Logic is pleased to announce that the newly released Adobe PDF Print Engine 7 adds new support for the Color-Logic workflow, particularly for printing with white ink or toner and CMYK on metallic stocks. This advancement enhances the ability of printers and designers to create stunning metallic effects with unmatched efficiency and precision.
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New process for the economical production of barrier-coated flexible paper packaging solutions
With regard to a functioning circular economy, flexible paper packaging as a substitute for plastics, also known as "paperization," is becoming increasingly important. Flexible paper packaging is predicted to grow by 4.5 percent annually until the end of the decade. An expert survey conducted by the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University Heilbronn (DHBW) and Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) confirms this trend.
Mondi’s paper-based CompressWrap sets new standards for Ekornes’ mattresses
Mondi is partnering with Ekornes, one of the Nordic region’s largest furniture producer, to introduce an innovative paper-based packaging solution for wrapping high-end mattresses, replacing the previous plastic solution.
Walki adds printing capacity to meet growing demand for future-proof flexible packaging
Walki Westpak has made sizable investments to meet the rising demand for recyclable flexible packaging. The company is expanding its production capacity by acquiring a new printing press and constructing a new post-processing hall.
Feldmuehle successfully implements restructuring measures
Following intensive discussions with the works council, Feldmuehle has implemented the planned restructuring measures. Key elements of this reorganisation include adjustments to production capacities, changes to management and the shift system. The aim of these measures is to ensure better planning, greater reliability and punctuality for customers, suppliers and the company – without compromising on product quality.
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Hubergroup launches NC calculation service
As the packaging industry faces increasing pressure to comply with future recycling regulations, hubergroup Print Solutions introduces a nitrocellulose (NC) calculation service to support printers in determining the NC content in their packaging. Each hubergroup service technician is now equipped with an NC calculator, enabling an accurate assessment of the NC content in packaging constructions and checking their compliance with thresholds.
One for everyone and everything! The bestseller from Heidelberg: Speedmaster CX 104
The Speedmaster CX 104 was first unveiled at China Print 2021 and has since been installed over 950 times. More than 6,100 of its printing, coating, and drying units have been delivered worldwide, making it the biggest-selling sheetfed offset printing press that Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has ever made, relative to its start of production. In one year, all the systems installed globally churned out a collective total of eleven billion printed sheets.
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Sibress to showcase new version of FlexoControl 3D Plus for photopolymer sleeves
Sibress, a manufacturer of measuring and analysis systems for the quality control of flexographic and packaging printing, will be presenting its entire current product portfolio at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona. As a new innovation, the company will unveil a version of the FlexoControl 3D Plus device for measuring photopolymer sleeves.
