Current issue
Our Partners
Druckspiegel - Industry News
Mondi celebrates completion of €125 million containerboard mill upgrade in Kuopio, Finland
Mondi has completed its €125 million investment in the Kuopio containerboard mill. It includes upgrades to the wood yard, fibre line, evaporation plant, and paper machine producing ProVantage Powerflute®, a high-performance fluting predominantly used in fresh fruit and vegetable trays and boxes.
Investments approved for the Sappi mill in Maastricht
For paper manufacturer Sappi, sustainability and climate protection are of paramount importance and are at the root of a long-term global commitment. In 2021, Sappi invested in the modernisation of its steam generation boiler at its Maastricht mill in the Netherlands. To reduce CO2 emissions, part of the gas-generated steam was replaced by electric steam via the new e-boiler. The electricity used is generated mainly from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. The innovative technology has proven so successful that Sappi will now be investing in a second e-boiler which is expected to further reduce CO2 emissions year after year. Construction of the new e-boiler has already begun, with delivery and commissioning planned for the end of 2025.
drupa
XSYS impresses at drupa with eco-friendly innovations for brilliant flexo
With a central presence in Hall 8b at Messe Düsseldorf, XSYS wowed visitors seeking sustainable solutions at drupa. Bringing a flurry of product launches, the global prepress specialist supplier introduced new innovations specifically aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of flexo, while delivering brilliant print quality. These included the nyloflex® eco plate series, Catena ProServX equipment monitoring software, EcoFillX solvent saving imaging software feature, and rotec® eco sleeves, all developed to reduce waste, add value and enhance productivity. In addition, key industry collaborations promoted sustainable solutions developed with leading industry partners.
drupa
Manroland Goss reports positive result from drupa
Manroland Goss experienced a pulsating industry at the eleven-day drupa, setting the course for a digital and more sustainable future in the printing and packaging industry. The technical highlights and innovations presented by manroland Goss, including advancements in packaging printing, book printing and AI-based maintenance, captivated the trade show visitors and engaged them in intensive technical discussions in a modern booth atmosphere.
Chemspec Europe 2024
From June 19-20, Chemspec Europe 2024 will welcome visitors to Messe Düsseldorf, Germany, offering a premier platform for product sourcing and industry networking. This event will also provide critical updates on industry trends and regulations through an extensive conference programme. The 37th edition of the International Exhibition for Fine and Speciality Chemicals serves as a key meeting point for buyers, traders, and agents seeking bespoke solutions and innovative substances.
drupa
Kodak receives letter of intent for 5 Prosper Ultra 520 presses
Kodak is excited to announce the sale of 5 Kodak Prosper Ultra 520 Presses at drupa 2024 to an existing offset customer, over a three- year period.
drupa
Incoming orders at Heidelberg recover thanks to successful drupa – short-time working to end in June
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is very pleased with its showing at the drupa trade fair in Düsseldorf. The company’s stand attracted a great deal of interest from customers around the world, who also invested in the innovations on show. The large number of orders placed during the event has led to a recovery in incoming orders at Heidelberg at the start of financial year 2024/2025 and, consequently, to higher capacity utilization in production. Short time working at the German sites will end as early as June 2024.
drupa
Hampden Press signs for a Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD at drupa 2024
Scodix announces the sale of a Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD digital enhancement press to Hampden Press, a premier full-service printing company, in Denver, Colorado. Launched just over a month ago, the Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD Digital Enhancement Press will bring a range of new applications to Hampden Press, including the ability to print on uncoated paper, using Scodix’s latest-release MLE technology, a highly sought-after feature in Colorado’s environmentally conscious market. The platform will also provide Hampden with extra capacity to handle last-minute projects.
drupa
Heidelberg planning to extend Boardmaster applications to growth segment of flexible paper
Following the successful market launch of the Boardmaster, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is planning to extend the range of applications for this new inline flexographic web printing system to flexible paper packaging in the medium term. “The global increase in demand for sustainably produced, budget-friendly, and recyclable or compostable packaging makes flexible paper an attractive growth market for us,” says Christian Steinmassl, who is in charge of the Packaging segment at Heidelberg.
drupa
Major order for Müller Martini at drupa
Yongcheng Shengda and Müller Martini seal a strategic partnership for digital transformation at drupa and orders nine Müller Martini lines. Mr. Cui Wenfeng, CEO of Yongcheng Shengda, signed the contract at the Müller Martini booth together with Sven Olsen, Regional Director Asia Pacific at Müller Martini, and is thus investing in a total of nine Müller Martini lines.
BW Converting launches its mission-led rebranding
In a world where the only constant is change, BW Converting is set to make it a positive one. At drupa in Düsseldorf, BW Converting – formerly BW Converting Solutions – has launched an updated branding identity on the heels of incorporating print and industrial technology company Baldwin into its roster – a portfolio that already includes heavyweights Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC) and Winkler+Dünnebier (W+D), as well as Hudson-Sharp, STAX Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine Company.
drupa
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.
