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BASF launches paper coating dispersions with reduced Product Carbon Footprint
BASF is launching a portfolio of dispersions for paper coating with a reduced Product Carbon Footprint (rPCF). Paper coating binders produced at the Ludwigshafen Verbund site are now available with approximately 20% to 45% lower Product Carbon Footprints1 than the corresponding conventional products.
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Gallus and Heidelberg at Loupe India 2026
Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), and global provider in label printing technology, announces its return to LOUPE India 2026. At the show, Gallus and Heidelberg will present technologies, services and application expertise designed especially to help Indian label and packaging converters optimize entire production workflows, achieve efficient and reliable output, and build scalable and cost-effective production operations across a range of applications.
Produce even more efficiently with full flexibility using the new Separo PRO destacker
With the new Separo PRO from Muller Martini, automated book-of-one production becomes even easier for full-service print shops. That’s because the destacker reliably and efficiently separates pre-glued or thread-sewn book blocks for softcover and hardcover production. Even with varying block thicknesses and formats, it reliably processes the book blocks from stack to stack.
“Stronger Together”: manroland sheetfed customers benefit from comprehensive, one-stop service of Heidelberg
The global integration of manroland sheetfed’s lifecycle and service business into the organization of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is proceeding according to plan. The key implementation steps are expected to be completed within the next eighteen months. This will provide concrete benefits for existing manroland sheetfed customers: They will benefit from faster response times and access to the “printing industry’s largest global service and sales network”.
Baumüller presents drive-integrated b maXX drivePLC control unit
With the b maXX drivePLC, Baumüller is leveraging its many years of experience in the field of drive-integrated control units to develop a modern, open, and CRA-compliant automation platform. Control, motion control, and technology functions are executed directly within the servo drive in real-time controller cycles with cycle times down to 250 μs using the b maXX drivePLC. This creates highly synchronous processes with fast response times and high control accuracy. Running the application directly in the drive reduces communication overhead and takes the load off the fieldbus. The result is more precise motion sequences, higher machine output, and increased productivity.
Sappi Europe announces price increase for coated mechanical reels
Sappi Europe announced a general price increase of 20 Euros per tonne, or local currency equivalent across its Coated Mechanical portfolio, effective for all deliveries from October 2026. This adjustment is driven by a continued escalation in key input costs and the need to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of their operations.
Sun Automation Group® at Corrugated Week 2026
Sun Automation Group®, providing innovative solutions and machinery for the corrugated industry, announces its participation in Corrugated Week 2026, September 28–30 in Fort Worth, Texas. At Booth 101, Sun Automation will highlight more of the line and more of the support behind it, with solutions spanning rotary die cutting, flexo folder gluing, short-run boxmaking, and automated material handling. Attendees can also learn about upgrades, parts, service, and connected machine intelligence designed to support equipment performance, reliability, and long-term value.
Fiery powers every corner of the print room at Printing United 2026
Fiery, LLC, announced it is showcasing an end-to-end portfolio of solutions that power all corners of the digital print room at Printing United 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Durst Group will acquire MPSDurst Group, international manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, announced that MPS Printing B.V., the Netherlands-based specialist in flexographic printing systems for the label and flexible packaging industry will become part of the Durst Group on January 1, 2027 - through the acquisition of his holding company - and will operate under the name MPS – A Durst Group Company. The announcement was made during a press conference at LOUPE Americas 2026 in Chicago.
Tecnau | Sitma Bring “From Print to Profit” Automation Solutions to Printing United Expo 2026
Tecnau | Sitma will showcase the latest advancements in print finishing, workflow automation, production intelligence, and sustainable packaging at Printing United Expo 2026, taking place September 23-25 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Visitors to Booth N7026 will experience solutions designed to help printers, mailers, and fulfillment operations improve efficiency, maximize productivity, and turn operational performance into greater profitability.
Domino Presents N410 LED Label Press at Printing United Expo
Domino’s N410 LED label press will make its North American debut at Printing United Expo 2026, taking place 23–25th September in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Designed to make high-quality digital label Printing more accessible, the N410 provides an attractive entry point into digital Printing for label converters and commercial printers looking to expand their capabilities. Combining the benefits of LED curing with a compact footprint, the press delivers consistent, high-quality output while helping users maximise production space, reduce energy consumption, and control operating costs.
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Dataline makes its Viscom Italia debut following the acquisition of VG7
Dataline will exhibit at Viscom Italia for the first time, presenting its specialised software portfolio for print, sign, large format, textile, labels and packaging at stand E23. Following its recent acquisition of Italian software company VG7, Viscom Italia marks Dataline’s first major opportunity to introduce both VG Seven and its wider portfolio to the Italian graphic industry.
