Mid web press launches, hybrid technology, and advancements in automation and sustainable materials—Labelexpo Europe 2019, which took place Sept. 24-27 in Brussels, Belgium, had it all. Some say the 2019 edition of the show represented a landmark moment in Labelexpo’s evolution from a label exhibition to a technology giant involving multiple areas of package printing. … Continued
Expanded gamut (EG) printing requires a new approach in terms of color management software and, of course, in the number of colors on press. There are many solutions in this new technology area, but are they ready for prime time, and what kind of results can you expect? (Spoiler alert—They are ready! And our data … Continued
GURNEE, IL—DWS Printing was established in 1865. Abraham Lincoln was in office, the Civil War was ending, and David Weil was starting up a lithographic company in New York City. Soon after, Charles Staib became a principal managing partner. Today, Charles’ great-grandson Tom Staib is the fourth-generation Owner and president of DWS Printing. Tom joined … Continued
DÜSSELDORF, Germany—Comexi, a global supplier of solutions for the flexible packaging printing and converting sector, is working to deliver eco-friendly solutions without sacrificing any of the properties and performance demanded by customers. Comexi Lamination has recently developed a closed chamber rotogravure trolley, which will be presented at K 2019, that is especially designed for water-based … Continued
The importance of good white ink laydown in flexible packaging cannot be understated. A good white ink underlayer forms the foundation for most color graphics and provides the single biggest opportunity to improve their “pop.” Without a good white underlayer, the image looks flat and lacks chroma. White represents 40 percent to 50 percent of … Continued
Digital print for packaging is growing strongly, according to the latest exclusive market research from Smithers Pira, The Future of Digital Print for Packaging to 2024. The report tracks how the global value of inkjet and toner printing in this industry will rise from $18.9 billion in 2019 to $31.6 billion in 2024—equivalent to an … Continued
BRIXEN, Italy—Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, and Koenig & Bauer, one of the oldest printing press manufacturer in the world, have appointed Robert Stabler as managing director of a new joint venture effective Aug. 1. Koenig & Bauer Durst GmbH was officially established in early May, following the clearance of antitrust … Continued
MIAMI, FL—Leading US converting technology manufacturer Karlville has decided to specify Vetaphone corona technology for its range of thermal laminators. The decision to use the Danish manufacturer has allowed Karlville to offer a fully integrated surface treatment solution to its customers that reflects the quality of its own product, according to company President John Price. … Continued
Wesel, Germany—ACTEGA, a global market leader in coatings, inks and primers serving the digital print and packaging industries, announced a new aqueous primer, ACTDigi LEP Primer AQ1409610, for use inline with the HP Indigo 30000 Digital Press for digital folding carton production. ACTEGA is excited to announce that the ACTDigi LEP Primer AQ1409610 is now … Continued
ROCHESTER, NY—VerifyMe Inc, a digital technology solutions provider specializing in counterfeit prevention, authentication, serialization, track and trace features for labels, packaging and products, has entered into a strategic partnership with INX International Ink Co, the third largest producer of inks in North America. INX International is going to co-develop inkjet inks to be used for … Continued
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