UK – Domino Printing Sciences is set to launch its N610i-R digital retrofit module, designed to incorporate digital printing technology into existing hybrid printing flexographic lines and optimize capital, waste, and space. The new N610i-R provides all the benefits and flexibility of hybrid inkjet printing while helping businesses save additional capital, waste, and space compared with a designated hybrid press.…
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Futamura unveils new cellulose film production line at Wigton facility
UK – Cellulose films, casings and non-wovens specialist Futamura has opened a new production line at its European manufacturing plant in Wigton. The commissioning of this production line was marked by a grand unveiling event, officiated by Futamura president Yasuo Nagae. The opening of the new line comes a year after the company’s comprehensive planning, design and construction work. It…
Read MoreGlenroy installs MIRAFLEX II printing press to improve overall print quality
USA – Flexible packaging provider Glenroy has acquired a state-of-the-art printing press from Windmoller & Holscher to help serve its customers in industries including food and beverage, personal care, nutritional and pharmaceutical. This strategic investment by Glenroy marks a significant step towards improving the overall print quality of its products. The new printing press is further expected to boost the…
Read MoreAvery Dennison unveils linerless pressure-sensitive labels to reduce carbon footprint
BELGIUM – Avery Dennison is set to launch AD LinrSave™ and AD LinrConvert™ – the first generation of decorative linerless solutions enabled by patented micro-perforation technology at Labelexpo, Brussels 11-14 September. Avery says that these linearless solutions will greatly reduce label waste, decrease CO2 and water footprint whilst ensuring the functionality and shelf appeal of pressure-sensitive labels. This marks the…
Read MoreReproflex3 partners with BoxWay on new pre-press technology
UK – Flexographic prepress solutions provider Reproflex3 has linked up with BoxWay Packaging Groupon a new pre-press technology. BoxWay Packaging Group is an independent UK-based flexographic and digital print corrugated packaging business with sites in Devon and County Durham. It is known for its reliable and high-quality packaging solutions within the UK corrugated and paper-based packaging industry, supplying FMCG brands,…
Read MoreAppointments: Pulse Roll Label appoints export sales director, Vault49 names strategy director to UK studio
UK – Ink specialist, Pulse Roll Label strengthens its global operations with the appointment of Jim Whitehead as export sales director as Vault49 hires Charlie Hughes as strategy director. This strategic addition to the team marks another significant step forward for the business in building its presence on the world’s stage and reinforces its commitment to delivering its high-quality ink…
Read MoreMountain View invests in Epson’s digital label press to boost capacity
CANADA – Calgary-based print company, Mountain View Printing has invested in Epson SurePress L-6534VW UV digital label press to redefine its label printing capabilities. This move has not only enabled the company to produce more precise and vibrant color labels but has also significantly enhanced turnaround times. The partnership with Epson has enabled Mountain View Printing to cater to a…
Read MoreWindmill invests in AB Graphic’s Digicon 3 Series to boost its finishing capabilities
UK – Tapes & labels manufacturer, Windmill Tapes & Labels has installed AB Graphic International’s Digicon 3 print finishing series into its production line, with specific customization made for specialized peel-and-reveal (P&R) work to take advantage of the expanding vape market. Previously, Windmill produced a single-layer P&R label in a three-step process in which the base layer was printed first,…
Read MoreSappi joins forces with Xeikon to develop resource-saving packaging
NETHERLANDS – Paper and pulp-producing company, Sappi has joined forces with digital printing pioneer Xeikon to develop resource-saving flexible packaging. With Xeikon’s latest dry toner innovation, Titon and the Xeikon TX500, the company has set its sights on the paper-based flexible packaging market, which, as Xeikon’s collaboration partner Sappi has been reporting for some time, is experiencing strong growth due…
Read MoreDow’s INVISU 7007 wash-off adhesive label recognized by APR
USA – Dow’s INVISU™ 7007 wash-off pressure-sensitive adhesive has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) as meeting or exceeding its most strict Critical Guidance Protocol for recycling clear PET articles with filmic labels and closures. The company said this recognition has been awarded as its wash-off label adhesive has fulfilled or exceeded the APR’s most strict Critical…
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