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GERMANY – HERMA, a specialist in self-adhesive technology has launched a new versatile self-adhesive material for its labels, named 71N. HERMA said its new adhesive is capable of temporarily binding even more carbon dioxide (CO₂) than is emitted for its production. The company says that this adhesive has been developed in close collaboration with chemical company BASF. The emission balance…
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IRELAND – Belfast-based carton packaging, paper wraps and self-adhesive labels provider Biopax has invested in a Heidelberg press to increase productivity. The Belfast packaging company, set up by former Delta Print and Packaging chairman Terry Cross, is due to receive the XL 106-6+LYYL at its new £47m Belfast factory in September. The press joins an identical Heidelberg installed in late…
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LEBANON – Printing and packaging company Byblos has acquired the NOVACUT 106 ER Autoplaten die-cutter, its first investment in a BOBST-produced machine. Equipped with the latest technology, the machine is claimed to deliver better versatility without compromising productivity or performance. The NOVACUT 106 ER Autoplaten die-cutter has an integrated stripping and blanking speed of up to 8,000 sheets per minute.…
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UK – The Meliora Group has invested in a new Heidelberg Diana Easy folder-gluer for its Delga Press packaging business, allowing it to produce smaller cartons. The new machine, which will run alongside Delga’s post-press lineup of Alba and Vega folder-gluers, will serve Delga’s fleet of HP Indigo 12000HD, Komori GL540C and Heidelberg CD102 presses. “We have a long-standing relationship…
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USA – Leading fiber-based packaging provider Graphic Packaging International has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bell Incorporated. The proposed acquisition is expected to add approximately US$200 million in sales, US$30 million in Adjusted EBITDA and will support strategic priorities of increasing integration rates and expanding customers and categories. Annual synergies of approximately US$10 million are expected within 24…
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USA – Leading innovator of narrow- and mid-web printing and finishing equipment, Mark Andy is proud to offer introductory access to the newest technology in automation for tag and label converting – the Tidland RD AutoScore. Developed by Maxcess, this cutting-edge solution enables faster run speeds, reduced setup time, improved safety, and increased productivity. The Tidland RD AutoScore brings automated…
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UK – Reel Label Solutions has invested in a Durst Tau 330 RSC E press to help scale up production capacity to meet growing demand. The company has been using inkjet presses for more than 12 years, and when needing additional capacity its demands were exacting. Jonathan Wright, Managing Director of Reel Label Solutions, of Pontyclun, South Wales said: “We…
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INDIA – UVbiz, the packaging division of Indian food company MB Industries, has installed the BOBST M6 label press to boost printing capabilities in the country. The MASTER M6 is designed for the foremost flexibility to print labels, flexible and folding cartons. The press is said to enable high-quality printing of labels, shrink-sleeves, and flexible packaging. It also has advanced…
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THAILAND – Packaging machinery manufacturer Comexi has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a new facility in Bangkok, Thailand. The new hub is a spare parts warehouse, including an affiliated sales team and technical services. The opening is in line with Comexi’s strategy to reduce the distance from its customers and strengthen its position in…
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USA – Label and packaging solutions provider Resource Label Group (RLG) has announced the acquisition of US-based TQL Packaging Solutions (TQL) for an undisclosed sum. Offering both digital and flexographic printing, TQL is a leading prime label and flexible packaging company. It offers a broad range of custom packaging solutions including pouches, fin seal packaging, pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, roll-fed…
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