GIRONA, Spain—Comexi, a specialist in machinery for the flexible packaging converting industry, is going to receive a WorldStar Award 2017. The group has been awarded for its innovative combination of the Cingular Laser technology and lamination in register. The WorldStar Awards, convened by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), are the most reputable awards granted for … Continued
TOKYO, Japan—SATO, a leading global provider of Auto-ID solutions that empowers workforces and streamlines operations, acquired a 100 percent share of U.K. based inline digital printing (IDP) leader, DataLase. The two companies first teamed in October 2015 to form the strategic partnership SpeciaLase to introduce the game changing DataLase IDP technology in Japan and the … Continued
LIVERMORE, CA—Heritage Paper of Livermore, CA has completed the installation of a Sanilox IP In Press Anilox Cleaning System. Heritage Paper, SuperCorrExpo 2016 Best of Show winner, is renowned for quality packaging solutions and 30 years of professional service to the industry. Eaglewood Technologies is proud to partner with this organization dedicated to the environment, … Continued
Robert Moran Two-thirds of Flexographic Technical Association printer members choosing to participate in a FLEXO Magazine Flash Poll on business prospects in 2017 are voicing expectations of significant sales growth in the next 12 months. Fifty-seven percent say business will improve somewhere between 5 and 10 percent, while another 9 percent see big boosts in … Continued
MONTGOMERYVILLE, PA—Foster—a major supplier of cutting devices and other postpress equipment for more than 65 years—has announced the immediate availability of the Foster On-a-Roll Lifter Spinner, the latest in the comprehensive Foster line of material handling equipment. Designed specifically for use by converters, package printers, and label manufacturers, the Spinner lifter enables a single operator … Continued
TORONTO, ON—CCL Industries Inc., a world leader in specialty label, security and packaging solutions for global corporations, government institutions, small businesses and consumers, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Innovia Group of companies for approximately $1.13 billion, debt free and net of cash from a consortium of U.K. based private … Continued
ST. LOUIS, MO—WS Packaging, one of the nation’s leading pressure sensitive label converters with 17 facilities throughout North America, has purchased its second Mark Andy Digital Series hybrid solution. The new press, custom configured to fit the company’s prime label production requirements, will augment the business growth resulting from its original Digital Series investment, which has … Continued
Robert Moran & Brad Pareso If you considered yourself a practitioner of flexography in 2016, chances are you went to one of the many industry events this year. With Forum & INFO*FLEX coming early in March, followed by drupa in May and June, Labelexpo Americas in September and Fall Conference in October, if you weren’t … Continued
ROLLING MEADOWS, IL—With the upper Midwest emerging as a hub for U.S. label printing and converting companies looking to capture increasing chunks of business within the burgeoning packaging and label market, Screen Americas has turned to one of its veteran inkjet experts to help direct the company’s market growth in that segment. “We are excited … Continued
Forum 2017, is the INFO*FLEX Exhibition. It is the only opportunity in 2017 for showcasing the newest products and services among the decision makers and who’s who of the package printing/converting industry. The time leading up to this epic event provides unparalleled visibility for those who choose to join their piers on the showroom floor at … Continued
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