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XSYS joins industry partners to future-proof flexo with sustainable solutions
XSYS has announced the successful result of a new collaboration aimed at creating more eco-friendly flexo solutions. The trailblazing project brings together the expertise of leading industry suppliers across pre-press, plates, ink, substrates, sleeves, plate mounting and printing to set a gold standard in sustainable flexible packaging production.
Heidelberg and Solenis agree on cooperation in the growth segment of paper packaging
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and Solenis, a manufacturer of specialty chemicals, announce a collaboration in the field of paper packaging at Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany. The aim of the agreement is to develop a cost-effective process to integrate barrier coatings for fiber-based packaging directly into the existing roll-fed flexo printing process with the Boardmaster from Heidelberg. Barrier coatings are used to prevent water or water vapor, hot and cold liquids, oils and fats from leaking out of or penetrating into paper packaging.
Exports up in 1st half of 2024, incoming orders below previous year
The German food machinery and packaging machinery industry increased its exports by 4 percent in the first half of 2024. In 2023, exports rose by 9 percent to 9.9 billion euros - a new record. Whether this level will be reached in the current year depends heavily on the further development of incoming orders.
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Drewsen Spezialpapiere at Fachpack 2024
Drewsen Spezialpapiere will once again be exhibiting at this year's Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg (Hall 3A | Stand 404) as an innovative supplier and development partner for sustainable paper solutions. With a strong commitment to environmentally friendly and high-quality packaging, Drewsen Spezialpapiere is sending a strong signal for the future of the packaging industry.
Heidelberg and Gallus announce new matte finishing technology for digital inkjet
Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), is poised to transform the narrow-web print landscape with its latest research breakthrough: Gallus MatteJet technology. Announced at Labelexpo Americas 2024, the landmark innovation represents an important advancement in inkjet printing, unlocking a premium matte finish previously unachievable with digital inkjet, bringing the possibilities of inkjet technology to the wine label market for the very first time.
With smartGravure, gravure printing enters the digital age
Sometimes innovation brings incremental benefits. And other times, it can take great leaps forward. With smartGravure, Bobst has achieved a great leap forward for gravure printing. SmartGravure “totally revolutionizes the gravure printing process” from being a highly manual operation to a fully digitalized workflow.
Domino launches new compact monochrome inkjet printer at Labelexpo Americas 2024
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) announces the launch of a new, compact monochrome inkjet printer, the K300, at Labelexpo Americas. Building on the success of Domino’s K600i print bar, the K300 has been developed as a compact, flexible solution for converters looking to add variable data printing capabilities to analogue printing lines.
A wider take on proven automation
MPS is excited to introduce the EF Packaging press, a powerful expansion within their portfolio that’s designed to meet the evolving demands of the market. The MPS EF Packaging press builds on the foundation of the MPS EF narrow web press series known for its high automation level and ease of use in terms of operation. With the introduction of the EF Packaging press, a press that is targeted at flexible packaging and shrink sleeve applications operating at an extended web width of 26” can open new markets and opportunities for label converters that look to venture into different market segments or flexible packaging converters that are looking for a solution for short runs.
Domino to launch 1,200dpi Hybrid Printing Module and Print Inspection System at Labelexpo Americas
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) is pleased to announce the launch of a new 1,200dpi digital print engine for integration into flexographic lines, responding to the growing demand for digital hybrid printing and finishing. Developed to support label converters in delivering high-resolution digital printing, including variable data applications, the N730i Integration Module is based on Domino’s latest Generation 7 platform, delivering up to 1,200dpi print at high speeds.
UPM Raflatac's pressure sensitive labels earn first-ever APR Certification for Recyclability on natural HDPE
UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, has recently earned APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition for its clear and white polypropylene (PP) labels with hotmelt, UPM Raflatac SmartCircleTM wash-off adhesive, and general-purpose acrylic adhesives.
Geostick: Second investment in Digital Master All-in-One technology
Geostick Group, a label converter in Europe, has developed a strong partnership with Digital Master over several years. The decision to invest in another All-in-One solution, this time a Digital Master 510, is part of the company’s strategy to explore new applications for existent customers, and to attract new clients, as well as to optimize operations across its facility.
SIG launches second project with WWF Switzerland
In partnership with WWF Switzerland and WWF Malaysia, SIG has launched a three and half-year forest landscape project in Malaysia’s Ulu Muda Forest Complex through WWF’s Forests Forward program. The project aims to improve the management of more than 170,000 hectares and pilot the restoration of 25 hectares.
