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2008
November 2008
Philip M. Neal
The retired chairman and chief executive of Avery Dennison was instrumental in driving the strategic focus of the firm. continue reading »
Denmark to introduce self-adhesive technology to its postage stamps
Post Danmark will switch from gum-backed stamps to self-adhesive versions in 2009. continue reading »
Primera introduces high-resolution bar code label printer
1200 dots per inch printing has almost six times the resolution of most thermal transfer bar code printers. continue reading »
UPM to reduce Raflatac’s Europe operations and work force
The company plans to reduce coating capacity and close two slitting terminals in Europe. continue reading »
GIDUE to unveil new offset/flexo Xpannd 450 press
The press has a larger print width and is designed for shrink sleeves and self-adhesive labels. continue reading »
GIDUE names new agent in Singapore and Indonesia
Drex-Chem Technologies will market the printing and converting equipment manufactured by the Italian press maker. continue reading »
Nukote introduces HP Indigo product line
The film and paper offerings have been certified for HP by the Rochester Institute of Technology. continue reading »
TLMI webinar to explain Project LIFE – the green initiative
The hour-long presentation will explore the early results by a converter whose company is the pilot site for the project. continue reading »
Lederle moves into Asia with Weldon Celloplast
The manufacturer of rotary dies, cylinders and inspection tables now has representation in India, Pakistan and the Middle East. continue reading »
Roll handling to be discussed in free webinar
Equipment, fundamentals, advantages and disadvantages will be discussed in the hour-long presentation. continue reading »
Teresa Miller
A Pennsylvania label printer and NELMA officer dies at age 51. continue reading »
Sol beer switches to PS labels from Spear
The change from painted bottles to clear film labels allows for brighter graphics. continue reading »
TLMI webinar to explain Project LIFE – the green initiative
The hour-long presentation will explore the early results by a converter whose company is the pilot site for the project. continue reading »
Sani-Blast relocates in Minnesota
The anilox cleaning equipment maker establishes a showroom for demonstrations in the new facility. continue reading »
Fasson Roll and Lauterbach Group win TLMI environmental awards
A supplier and a converter were recognized for their efforts to create an ongoing sustainable environment involving workplace, products and employees. continue reading »
MicroClean appoints agent in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
Weldon Celloplast will distribute the company’s anilox cleaners, doctor blades and cleaning products. continue reading »
Matik to represent ESS equipment in North America
ESS Graphic manufactures web finishing machinery, including units for gluing, varnishing, diecutting and stripping. continue reading »
October 2008
EskoArtwork invests in packaging institute at Clemson
The EskoArtwork Packaging Supply Chain Laboratory at Clemson's Sonoco Institute will provide packaging design and production direction for research and classroom study. continue reading »
Multi-Color again named to Forbes 200 Best Small Companies list
The label converter has moved up to 61st place in the rankings. continue reading »
Fasson gains SFI certification for eight US plants
The designation indicates corporate commitment to improving forest practices. continue reading »
Steinhauser certified by women’s business group
The business is run by Tara Steinhauser Halpin, a fourth generation owner of the 103 year old company. continue reading »
MPS sells presses in Minnesota and Massachusetts
The fully servo driven presses feature multi-substrate printing and converting capability. continue reading »
AirTrim offers more matrix removal rental units
Demand for the systems has prompted the increase in inventory, the company says. continue reading »
Graficon Maschinenbau has new sales and service partner in Italy
FDM has 20 years of experience in the label printing industry. continue reading »
RBCOR and Xeikon create joint referral partnership program
Under the arrangement, RBCOR will offer its clients the opportunity to expand into digital label printing. continue reading »
New equity investment firm focuses on printing companies
Targets include label and packaging companies, digital printers, and specialty direct mail printers. continue reading »
Kocher + Beck forms partnership with Tecnocut
The alliance gives the die manufacturer greater penetration into Spain and Portugal. continue reading »
Avery Dennison names new VP at RFID division
Jack Farrell will take charge of strategic director and management of the UHF inlay business. continue reading »
FMS USA moves to a larger facility
The company sites growth in business as reason for expansion. continue reading »
Rayven breaks ground on new manufacturing plant
The new Minnesota facility will enable the company to increase its manufacturing capacity. continue reading »
Mark Andy is acquired by an investment group
With new capital infusion, acquisitions top the company’s agenda. continue reading »
Flexo and thermal plates reduce environmental footprints, studies show
DuPont Cyrel FAST thermal plate process is said to reduce non-renewable energy use by 60 percent over conventional plates. continue reading »
Radius Solutions expands user conference forum
New two day event to be held in November in Wolverhampton, England. continue reading »
Armor signs UN and ICCA charters on sustainable development
The company has committed to extending its sustainability effort on a global scale. continue reading »
Digital labelstock line introduced by MACtac
The new pressure sensitive substrates are aimed at users of HP Indigo presses. continue reading »
Apex launches UniFli anilox rolls
Aluminum body construction is said to decrease weight by 50 percent. continue reading »
Michigan Label acquires Accent Label Company
The acquisition gives the company significant hot stamping capability. continue reading »
Specialty Printing achieves ISO 9001:2000 certification
The Connecticut converter counts the medical devices and food industries among its many markets. continue reading »
National Label brings first Nilpeter MO-4 press to US
The narrow web offset servo driven press features sleeve technology. continue reading »
3 Sigma introduces a water-dissolvable labelstock
The environmentally benign adhesive is married to a 40-pound paper. continue reading »
Masterpiece Graphix to distribute Arjobex Polyart
The range of synthetic papers are aimed at the HP Indigo digital press market. continue reading »
Tamper-evident film now available in larger size
Hutchison Miller offers Integuard in 6,500 foot rolls with OD up to 19”. continue reading »
September 2008
Printed Electronics conference expects more than 800 delegates in California
More than 100 speakers will discuss manufacturing, R&D and commercialization. continue reading »
Torraspapel’s self-adhesive mill obtains EMAS certification
100 percent of the company’s production of cellulose pulp, coated papers and self-adhesives now has European environmental certification. continue reading »
Degrava Systems donates digital printer to Cal Poly
School officials say that the printer meets a demand for printing equipment that offers low waste and digital short run color. continue reading »
Flexo students create parking permits for high school
Donations from Flexo Trade Services and UPM Raflatac made the project possible. continue reading »
Alpha-Cure products now available in the US
RGW Associates is named distributor for UV equipment. continue reading »
Dscoop4 to focus on maintaining a competitive edge in uncertain times
Joe Theismann is keynote speaker at HP Indigo users conference. continue reading »
Schreiner MediPharm opens US plant in New York
The grand opening was celebrated in Bavarian Oktoberfest style. continue reading »
Smyth names new president
Lundquist has developed corporate strategties since 2005. continue reading »
Edale expands with new plant in Britain
The company’s focus is shifting to the manufacture of equipment for the commercial security market. continue reading »
Harper presents education on sleeve technology
Customers, suppliers and OEMs gather for a free seminar. continue reading »
Kodak names JV Imaging reseller of Flexcel systems
The company will market the award-winning system in the US and Canada. continue reading »
UPM continues restructuring measures
The company plans to reduce paper and pulp capacity in Finland. continue reading »
DiTrolio reschedules golf outing for October 2
The 5th annual event supports the flexo school’s scholarship fund. continue reading »
HP names winners in digital label and package printing competition
More than 140 companies entered for awards in various market categories. continue reading »
Boise introduces sustainability offering for PS label market
The product portfolio’s chain of custody certification extends to its customers. continue reading »
Gerhardt and Jet Technologies announce partnership
The move expands the die maker’s reach to Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. continue reading »
Degrava Systems now has Australian distribution
Label Power signs on to distribute the DP 8500 digital press. continue reading »
Labelexpo Americas 2008: New products, quality attendees
The biennial Chicago show drew converters from North and South America and beyond to examine the latest technological marvels in the narrow web industry. continue reading »
RotoMetrics
Michael Bryant is the new president. continue reading »
Omet
F1 VaryFlex and X-Flex presses continue reading »
Avery Dennison Fasson
Decoration transfer for food, beverage, home and personal care continue reading »
AB Graphic International
Upgraded Sabre Extreme System continue reading »
Mark Andy
New 2200 servo press, Comco C1 ProGlide packaging press continue reading »
Erhardt + Leimer
TubeLight 100 percent inspection system continue reading »
Stork Prints
Narrow web digital inkjet module continue reading »
Gallus
RCS 330 and TCS 250 presses continue reading »
Advanced Vision Technology
Improvements to Helios II continue reading »
Aztech Converting Systems
The DieMaster rotary cutting system continue reading »
EFI Jetrion
New features on the EFI Jetrion 4000 inkjet press continue reading »
More from Labelexpo Americas
The new products keep rolling out. continue reading »
Michael Bryant takes the reins as president of RotoMetrics
The company also introduces a folding carton creasing innovation. continue reading »
Avery Dennison joins EskoArtwork and ExxonMobil Chemical in PacVantage venture
The market leaders team up to deliver a 'color guarantee.' continue reading »
PolymagTek showcases the Wide Web Cleaner System
The collection rolls can be programmed to clean the highest contamination areas. continue reading »
Stork Prints unveils an inkjet module with open platform
A new version of the popular RSI rotary screen module also is introduced. continue reading »
Gallus showcases its integrated digital workflow
The company is featuring the TCS 250 as its 'answer to short run.' continue reading »
AVT launches Helios II, Braille and 2D code inspection
Growth is seen in installation of inspection units on press. continue reading »
EFI adds variable data printing to the Jetrion 4000
New ink set is available, allowing printing on a wide variety of uncoated substrates. continue reading »
MPS to manufacture presses in Brazil
Partnership with Etirama Brasil to produce a global press line at a ‘competitive price point’. continue reading »
Delta Industrial Services enters digital inkjet field
The company’s laser diecutter can work at speeds greater than 100 feet per minute. continue reading »
GIDUE features a wide variety of its printing technologies
Hot stamping and hybrid presses are among the company's showcased offerings. continue reading »
Unilux showcases 'green' LED strobe
The new Unilux Pocket Pixel is featured at 'Gather on the Green.' continue reading »
Boise’s Compel semi-gloss label stock makes debut
The new product is designed for prime labeling applications. continue reading »
Aquaflex introduces new ELS press version
Sleeve technology, infinite repeat and job memory are new features. continue reading »
FLEXcon introduces bubble free label film
The film product is durable for up to five years out of doors. continue reading »
Thermal printer inspection system debuts at Label Vision Systems
The LVS 7500 is capable of 100 percent inspection with ISO verification of bar and matrix codes. continue reading »
TLMI press guard contest winners announced
The three winners were honored and awarded at the TLMI booth. continue reading »
OMNOVA introduces two experimental adhesives
Both new products are water based acrylic PSAs. continue reading »
UPM unveils new business group structure
Effective Dec. 1, the company will adopt a new business structure consisting of three groups. continue reading »
HP rolls out newest Indigo label press – WS6000
The high-end industrial label press can print four colors at 100 feet per minute, and two colors at twice that speed. continue reading »
BST Pro Mark introduces seven new inspection and web guide systems
Super HandyScan 4000 adds new features with print process management. continue reading »
EskoArtwork moves digital plate curing inside the imager
UV application now takes place immediately after laser imaging, eliminating the need for a separate curing step. continue reading »
3M introduces label materials for 'bubble-free' applications
The new materials combine performance and durability. continue reading »
EFI and Pitman sign distribution agreement for Jetrion
The indirect channel aims to complement direct sales and speed adoption of digital color label press continue reading »
Aztech features DieMaster servo system at Labelexpo
The post-print system features a flexo print station for application of tints, line copy and other print needs. continue reading »
Xeikon rebounds with introduction of a new digital label press
The company also won the Label Industry Award for New Innovation. continue reading »
Flint Group Narrow Web announces label competition winners
Labels were printed using a variety of the company’s inks and coatings. continue reading »
GEW promotes its energy efficient products
Reducing the carbon footprint is the theme of the GEW booth. continue reading »
Radius Solutions announces partnership with QlikTech
New business performance dashboards are powered by Qlik View for multidimensional data analysis and fast reporting in PECAS Vision ERP. continue reading »
Nireco unveils new 100 percent inspection system
The BCON3000 NW is said to perform at speeds up to 1,500 feet per minute. continue reading »
Dow Corning promotes advantages of its silicone release coatings
The company's line of coatings allow for a high performance, cost-effective product line. continue reading »
Ashland introduces two new adhesives
Purelam Fastcure laminating adhesives meet FDA compliance for many uses. continue reading »
Kodak shows hybrid option for Trendsetter plate imager
A full line of solutions designed to accelerate workflow and enhance label and packate print production are on display. continue reading »
Spartanics and Systec display screen print, laser diecutting
The Finecut laser cutting machine makes accurate cuts at speeds up to 350 feet per minute. continue reading »
Label Industry Award winners are celebrated
FLEXcon’s Neil McDonough accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award. continue reading »
Labelexpo packs in the crowds in Chicago
At 9 am the doors opened and the highly anticipated event has begun in Rosemont, IL, USA. continue reading »
Mark Andy emphasizes Comco experience, 2200 servo press
The press manufacturer also has seven of its slitter rewinders located in booths throughout the show. continue reading »
Erhardt + Leimer introduces its latest illumination system
The new product makes it possible to inspect a wide array of substrates. continue reading »
Nilpeter unveils FG Line of flexo sleeve press
Delivery of the ‘Flexo Global’ press will begin in early 2009. continue reading »
Avery Dennison features 'decoration transfer' as key strategy for market growth
Decoration transfer is just one of several initiatives the company is showcasing. continue reading »
Holographic embossing cylinder debuts at Bunting
The company’s product line expands with full production of flexible magnetic dies. continue reading »
Omet unveils X-Flex press in North America
The company all rolls out the new F1 version of its VaryFlex press continue reading »
MACtac introduces hybrid adhesive system
The company offers Infusion, a blend of silicone and adhesive chemistry. continue reading »
Evonik highlights its recyclable release liners
The company will also participate in the Gather on the Green showcase displaying the many unique qualities of their highly green and sustainable technology for their UV–curable release liners. continue reading »
Codimag brings VIVA 420 Aniflo to North America
The waterless offset press features keyless anilox technology for the narrow web market. continue reading »
Epson introduces digital inkjet label press
The short run press, still in development, prints in seven colors at about 16 feet per minute. continue reading »
JV Imaging to distribute MacDermid products in the USA
MacDermid’s thermal flexo plate processing equipment has a new manufacturer. continue reading »
McCourt Label awarded ISO 14001 environmental certification
The company has committed itself to “excellence and leadership in protecting the environment.” continue reading »
Lauterbach Group goes green
Flexographic printer announces construction of new LEED production facility. continue reading »
AVT’s first half revenues up 113 percent
Leap attributed to acquisition of Graphics Microsystems Inc. continue reading »
Juliet Midlik elected president of CEMA
The association addresses the needs of converting equipment manufacturers. continue reading »
Aquaflex to unveil new press at Labelexpo
The ELS-D series features dual servo drives on the print head. continue reading »
Thermal transfer laminates from Sekisui at Labelexpo
Sekisui TA will feature its full line of thermal transfer printable overlaminates and a new product catalog. continue reading »
August 2008
Cortegra introduces patented extended content labels
Three versions of the labels are available. continue reading »
Lake Image Systems moves into Asia
The company’s US and UK operations have expanded as well. continue reading »
Graymills appoints new sales representative
Jacob Flexographic has 29 years of industry experience. continue reading »
College flexo competition announces 2009 “problem” to solve
The winner of the next Phoenix Challege will emerge in May in Orlando. continue reading »
Arpeco retains Chinese distributorship
ITC Group has reps throughout China, Hong Kong and Macao. continue reading »
Smyth announces sale of SNAP! division
Tapemark to brand and manufacture the single-dose packaging sachet. continue reading »
DuPont announces Cyrel surcharges and price increases
Energy related costs are cited in the rise of flexo plates, inks and substrate prices. continue reading »
UPM Raflatac achieves certification from 3 forest groups
The certifications cover all North American manufacturing and slitting facilities. continue reading »
Hutchison Miller offers new topcoated Cothene
The film substrate offers greater ink adhesion and rub resistance. continue reading »
Mondi and 3M enter into a licensing agreement
3M, through its Commercial Graphics Division, has entered into a licensing agreement granting limited rights to 3M patented technology to Mondi, a manufacturer of release liners. continue reading »
Nilpeter to manufacture new FB-Line in India
Nilpeter, a narrow web press manufacturer based in Slagelsle, Denmark, has announced that it will begin manufacturing flexo presses in India as part of a joint venture with partner Proteck Machinery. continue reading »
LasX Industries forms new company in Minnesota
LasX Industries Inc. has announced the formation of a new company, LaserSharp FlexPak Services LLC. continue reading »
Innovia Films responds to rumors of US pull-out
The company says it has no intention of leaving the market. continue reading »
AB Graphic names distributor in China
Chinese agent also manufactures label and carton presses. continue reading »
Cal Poly to sponsor ‘Green Media’ business conference
Second annual event will showcase recent developments in the industry. continue reading »
Neenah Paper raises prices on technical products
Rise in raw materials costs is cited by the manufacturer. continue reading »
CCL’s Q2 sales up 3 percent
Sales in company’s label division remain strong outside of North America. continue reading »
Six Multi-Plastics plants gain AIB compliance
The company’s facilities are now certified for food contact packaging manufacturing. continue reading »
Sekuworks launches intaglio tamper evident label
New label combines intaglio authentication with tamper indication for effective brand protection. continue reading »
Multi-Color sees slight Q1 sales drop due to customer order reduction
Net revenues for the Ohio based converter are up 52 percent due to the February acquisition of Collotype. continue reading »
Alden & Ott introduces Soy-Flex printing inks
The water based ink manufacturer takes an ecological approach for cleaner printing. continue reading »
Mark Andy receives state award for export efforts
Annual award honors companies stimulating Ohio's economy. continue reading »
GIDUE expands into Balkan region with six press sales
The Italian press manufacturer works with Simark, its Slovenian distributor, to penetrate the region. continue reading »
Fasson adds three wine substrates to eco-friendly portfolio
The new materials incorporate post-consumer waste paper, recyclable liners and wash-away adhesive. continue reading »
July 2008
DuPont settles with Cortron over FAST technology; MacDermid responds
Cortron to cease manufacturing LAVA processors, but MacDermid says it will continue LAVA sales support. continue reading »
L&NW presents a new online look – and a $1,000 contest
Label & Narrow Web magazine has relaunched its website with a major redesign of its content and visuals. continue reading »
Cortegra introduces Braille-embossed text on labels and cartons
Cortegra, a manufacturer of labels and other packaging products based in Fairfield, NJ, USA, has introduced Braille-embossed cartons and labels to comply with impending European Union legislation. continue reading »
Sani-Blast promotes economic stimulus package
Sani-Blast, of Spring Grove, MN, USA, is guaranteeing 2008 delivery of equipment orders placed by November 1 to help printers take advantage of the potential tax benefits of the 2008 Economic Stimulus Package in the US. continue reading »
Polywest opens new sleeve plant in Wisconsin
Polywest USA will open a new 10,000 square foot manufacturing and sales plant on September 1 in Appleton, WI, USA. continue reading »
Pamarco to consolidate Illinois manufacturing operations
Pamarco Global Graphics (PGG) has announced that operations at its plant in Elk Grove Village, IL, USA, will be moved into the company’s Wheeling, IL, facility as of September. continue reading »
Para Print declares its commitment to environmental sustainability
Para Print, Ivyland, PA, USA, a provider of flexographic printing plates and prepress services, has published a charter that states its commitment to environmental sustainability. continue reading »
Pitman Company acquires National Graphic Supply
Pitman Company, Totowa, NJ, USA, a leading independent North American graphic arts supplier, has announced that it has acquired National Graphic Supply of Albany, NY, USA. continue reading »
FTA previews FIRST 4.0
Flexographic printers/converters in the Milwaukee, WI, USA, region learned about some of the new additions and modifications to the Flexographic Technical Association’s (FTA) premier technical manual, FIRST 4.0 (Flexographic Image Reproduction Specificati continue reading »
GMG reports first half sales success
GMG, supplier of high-end color management and proofing solutions, announced that the company has succeeded in achieving significant sales growth in the first half of 2008. continue reading »
Tapecon announces new website
Tapecon Inc., a full-service manufacturer of pressure-sensitive labels, decals, membrane switches, custom fabrications, and digital printing, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, USA, announced that it has launched a new website, www.tapecon.com. continue reading »
Adchem announces launch of revamped website
Adchem Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance pressure-sensitive adhesive tape systems, announces the launch of its new website, www.adchem.com. continue reading »
Acquisition saves jobs at UK labeling company
Thanks to an acquisition, more than 100 jobs have been saved at a long-standing Stockport, UK, printing company. continue reading »
Gallus USA names new president
Gallus Inc., the North American arm of the Swiss manufacturer of narrow web printing presses, has a new president. continue reading »
Maestro Label Designer unveiled by Online Labels
Online Labels Inc., a supplier of blank labels for laser and inkjet printers, announces the official launch of Maestro Label Designer, an internet based label design software program that allows anyone to create, save and print labels with no downloads ne continue reading »
Raflatac offers custom non-PS stocks in small volumes with fast delivery
UPM Raflatac has introduced Fast Face, an ordering program for non-adhesive products. continue reading »
Aztech, Power Forward form manufacturing venture
Aztech Converting Systems of Tempe, AZ, USA, and Power Forward Inc. of Toronto, ON, Canada, have formed a venture that will manufacture and market a line of equipment for converters in the extended content (ECL) and coupon label markets. continue reading »
Ashland invests in its adhesives business
Ashland’s Specialty Polymers Adhesives (SP) business recently installed equipment valued at more than US$2 million to enhance service and capabilities for its printing, packaging and coatings product lines. continue reading »
More price increases from industry suppliers
Fujifilm Sericol, an ink manufacturer, and Loparex, which supplies release liners, announced price increases in the past week. continue reading »
SMAG to market Aquaflex equipment in Europe
After its “velvet divorce” from GIDUE, and having installed 26 of the Italian manufacturer’s presses in France, SMAG has now announced a new partnership with Aquaflex, a manufacturer of flexographic presses for labels and flexible packaging. continue reading »
Mühlbauer unveils fast RFID inlay machine
Mühlbauer Technology Group, headquartered in Roding, Germany, says it has developed “the world’s fastest and highly flexible RFID inlay production line: TAL 20000.” continue reading »
FINAT plans to take the lead as world label association
FINAT, the Europe based self-adhesive label industry trade association, says it plans “to become the global authority for the sector and will work to encourage national associations to support that development.” continue reading »
Prices of packaging materials continue to rise
Among the most recent announcements of price increases are those from Sun Chemical, the world’s largest ink manufacturer, Valéron and Michelman. continue reading »
A city acts to keep CCL Label from relocating
A report from North Carolina, USA, says that CCL Label plans to move from its leased building in Charlotte into a building that it will own. continue reading »
ETI’s converting technology secures patent in Europe
ETI Converting, Boucherville, QC, Canada, has received a patent covering 27 European countries for its “method and apparatus for manufacturing pressure sensitive adhesive labelstocks with printing under adhesive and product produced thereby.” continue reading »
CCL plans $25 million expansion in Asia
CCL Industries has announced that it will invest US$25 million over 2008 and 2009 to expand its CCL Label operations in Asia. continue reading »
TLMI introduces industry trends report for members
The Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI) has begun publication of a quarterly report for its members titled The TLMI Index & Trend Report. continue reading »
Gallus has new sales agency in Italy
Franchini & C. S.r.l. in San Giuliano Milanese now has sole responsibility for sales and service of Gallus label printing presses in Italy. continue reading »
June 2008
FLEXcon’s McDonough wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Neil McDonough, president of FLEXcon, is the 2008 winner of the R. Stanton Avery Lifetime Achievement Award. continue reading »
Schreiner MediPharm opens first US facility
Schreiner MediPharm, a Germany-based pharmaceutical label converter, recently opened its first US production facility, Schreiner MediPharm, L.P., just outside of New York City, in Blauvelt, NY. continue reading »
Sun Chemical Performance Pigments to increase global pigment prices
Due to a spike in raw material, energy and transportation costs, Sun Chemical Corporation’s Performance Pigments Division will increase global pigment prices on average by 10 to 30 percent effective July 1. continue reading »
GEW launches IsoCure UV curing system
With the launch of its IsoCure UV curing system for web offset applications, GEW, Surrey, England, has announced its intention to enter new market sectors of the printing and converting industries. continue reading »
Flexo plate manufacturer offers free plates to technical trial participants
Plate manufacturer PRPflexo, Indianapolis, IN, USA, is currently seeking flexo printers for additional trials of their new patent pending digital flexo plates. continue reading »
3 Sigma makes 54” master roll widths available
3 Sigma, Troy, OH, USA, has announced the availability of 54” master roll widths for standard circle coupon. continue reading »
York Label partners with new equity sponsor
York Label CEO Rich Egan has announced that LabelCorp Holdings Inc. (“York Label”) has partnered with a new private equity sponsor, Diamond Castle Holdings, LLC of New York City. continue reading »
Howard Vreeland Sr. dies at 87
Howard B. Vreeland Sr., 87, co-founder and owner of Anderson & Vreeland, died June 13 in Bryan OH, USA. continue reading »
Stork Prints unveils narrow web inkjet system
The Stork Prints Group, Boxmeer, Netherlands, introduced a drop-on-demand inkjet system for narrow web applications at drupa 2008. continue reading »
GIDUE names new distributor for France
Graphic Evolution, which represents GIDUE in the northern regions of Africa, is now representing the Italian manufacturer of printing and converting machines in France. continue reading »
Three Franklin adhesives certified ‘benign’
Three Covinax pressure sensitive adhesives manufactured by Franklin Adhesives have been certified as “environmentally benign” by the US Forest Products Laboratory. continue reading »
Arjobex redesigns Polyart website
Arjobex, a manufacturer of synthetic papers, has announced the complete redesign of its website: www.polyart.com. continue reading »
Wednesday's webinar to focus on economic challenges to label converters
A discussion of current economic indicators and how they pose specific challenges to the label industry will be the topic of a webinar sponsored by TLMI and produced by L&NW. continue reading »
Multi-Color wins Miller Brewing supplier award for fourth time
Multi-Color Corporation, Sharonville, OH, USA, is the winner of Miller Brewing Company’s “Freddie Award” as Miller’s 2007 Supplier of the Year. continue reading »
Sekisui TA opens Midwest distribution center
Sekisui TA Industries (STA), a manufacturer of overlamination products based in Brea, CA, USA, has opened a distribution center in Neenah, WI, USA. continue reading »
Ashland to buy adhesive and polymer assets from Air Products
Ashland Inc., Covington, KY, USA, has signed an agreement with Air Products and Chemicals Inc. for an asset purchase of its pressure sensitive adhesive business and its atmospheric emulsions business. continue reading »
Radius Solutions and Sun Chemical offer print software
Radius Solutions Ltd., Chicago, has entered into a partnership with Sun Chemical’s Consulting Division, in which Sun Chemical will customize and re-brand Radius’ PECAS Vision’s Shop Floor Data Collection for sale as PRINTEASY for all printing markets. continue reading »
Valéron Strength Films selects Transilwrap as a distributor
Valéron Strength Films, Houston, TX, USA, a producer of high performance and specialty films, has formed a distributor partnership with Transilwrap Company. continue reading »
Martin Automatic forms partnership with Labelmen
Martin Automatic has entered into a licensing agreement with press manufacturer Labelmen Machinery, of Taiwan. continue reading »
Spear purchases Precision Printing and Packaging from Anheuser-Busch Packaging Group
Anheuser-Busch Packaging Group sold its Precision Printing and Packaging (PPPI) unit to Spear, a leading global supplier of beverage labels, the two companies announced. continue reading »
Xeikon unveils fastest high-resolution digital five color label press
Xeikon, a division of Punch Graphix, has introduced a new digital color label press, the Xeikon 3300. continue reading »
HP collaborates with Press-sense adding SmartStream Director to workflow portfolio
HP has added HP SmartStream Director to its SmartStream workflow portfolio for print service providers. continue reading »
Evonik to increase prices for organics and silicones
Effective July 1, 2008, Evonik Goldschmidt Corporation’s Industrial Specialties and Household Care business lines will increase prices for products marketed in North America. continue reading »
Pitman selects Infor eStorefront to enhance online capabilities
Pitman, a leading supplier to the graphic communications and wide/grand format graphics printing industries, announced the selection of Infor eStorefront to power its online store. continue reading »
New FPA brochure focuses on value and sustainability
The Flexible Packaging Association’s new education and marketing brochure incorporates information and data on the value proposition of flexible packaging, and the sustainable aspects of flexible packaging. continue reading »
May 2008
Hooven-Dayton wins minority business loan
Hooven-Dayton is awarded a 3 percent minority business loan by the state of Ohio that will help with the purchase of a new Nilpeter press. continue reading »
Flexo Trade Services expands beyond flexo school
Flexographic Trade School, a narrow web training institution based in Fort Mill, SC, USA, has spawned several other business ventures over the years. continue reading »
Demharter to leave Pitman in 2009; Moore to be president
Pitman Company, a major North American graphic arts supplier based in Totowa, NJ, USA, has announced that its president, Joe Demharter, will step down from the post at the close of the company’s current fiscal year on March 31, 2009. continue reading »
Barry Sanel forms packaging consultancy
Barry Sanel, a printing and packaging executive with more than 20 years of industry experience, has launched Barry Sanel Packaging Advisors, a consulting services firm dedicated to the packaging industry. continue reading »
Harper updates its Anilox Scoring Prevention Guide
Harper Corporation of America, Charlotte, NC, USA, has published the fourth edition of its “Anilox Scoring Prevention Guide.” continue reading »
Industry experts to speak at Clemson Color Management Symposium
Twelve top industry leaders in color management training and innovation will be on hand for the Color Measurement and Management Symposium, June 25-27, at Clemson University, Clemson, SC, USA. continue reading »
DiTrolio’s Scholarship Drive Golf Outing set for September 8
The date for the 5th Annual Scholarship Drive Golf Outing has been set for September 8, the day before the start of Labelexpo Americas 2008. continue reading »
Multi-Color: A decade of record revenue
Multi-Color Corporation (NASDAQ: LABL) has marked its 10th consecutive year of record revenue. continue reading »
Berkshire Labels’ green labelstock wins certification
Berkshire Labels, headquartered in Hungerford, Berkshire, England has become the first company to offer a fully biodegradable and compostable self adhesive label range that conforms to EN13432 in its own right. continue reading »
Label Traxx launches Version 5.2
Tailored Solutions, the producer of Label Traxx print business software for narrow web flexo converters, has introduced Version 5.2 of the software. continue reading »
AVT combines EMEA sales and marketing teams
Advanced Vision Technologies (AVT), a manufacturer of high end web inspection equipment, has unified the sales and marketing operations of AVT and GMI (Graphic Microsystems Inc.) Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). continue reading »
Spinnaker Coating opens new slitting distribution center
Spinnaker Coating LLC, of Troy, OH, USA, has opened a slitting distribution center in New York for pressure sensitive material. continue reading »
Innovia’s NatureFlex film wins two awards
NatureFlex, Innovia Films’ biodegradable, compostable, flexible film, has won prizes at two packaging awards ceremonies recently: the DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation, and Canada’s Sustainable Packaging Leadership Awards. continue reading »
All UPM Raflatac factories in Europe now ISO 14001 certified
UPM Raflatac has received Europe-wide ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System certification for the design, manufacture, slitting, sheeting and sale of self-adhesive labelstock. continue reading »
Sani-Blast launches new website
A website that will guide printers to anilox roll cleaning solutions has been launched by Sani-Blast LLC, Spring Grove, MN, USA. continue reading »
Avery’s RFID unit receives ISO 9001:2000 certification
Avery Dennison RFID, a business unit of Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) and an RFID technology provider, has announced that its global design, testing and manufacturing facilities have met the quality standards requirements for ISO 9001:2000 as def continue reading »
Interfilm to build new headquarters
Interfilm Holdings Inc., Easley, SC, USA, a distributor of industrial films, has begun construction of a new corporate office and Southeast converting facility. continue reading »
Cortegra Group’s new website lets customers track orders
Cortegra Group Inc., Parsippany, NJ, USA, a provider of packaging products for the pharmaceutical and related industries, recently launched its new website at www.cortegra.com. continue reading »
Student-run printing company receives FSC certification
Cal Poly’s student operated and managed printing and publishing company, University Graphic Systems, was recently awarded Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. continue reading »
Mark Andy reports global success with the new 2200
Mark Andy has reported success with its redesigned model 2200 press, which features servo technology. continue reading »
Standard Register reports first quarter 2008 financial results
Standard Register (NYSE: SR) has reported its financial results for the first quarter ending March 30, 2008. continue reading »
Clemson receives peristaltic ink pumps from Graymills
Graymills Corporation has donated six of its “Quick Change” peristaltic ink pumps to Clemson University’s flexography program. continue reading »
STA Industries implements green manufacturing processes
Sekisui TA Industries, Brea, CA, USA, a manufacturer of overlamination and acrylic pressure sensitive products, has released information and descriptions of its ongoing activities that have been implemented in order to achieve sustainability. continue reading »
GIDUE donates flexo press to the Graphic School of Verona
Cooperation between GIDUE, of Turate, Italy, and the Graphic School of “San Zeno” in Verona, has successfully begun with GIDUE’s donation of a brand new flexo press. continue reading »
Sun Chemical president to keynote Radius Solutions’ North America Users Conference
Radius Solutions announced that Richard Pettifor, president of Sun Chemical’s North America Packaging Ink division will keynote at its 2008 North America Users Conference, to be held June 11-13 at Hotel Sax in downtown Chicago, IL, USA. continue reading »
Ashland adhesive science solves ‘latex blushing’ problem
Advancements in adhesive technology from Ashland Specialty Polymers and Adhesives led to a discovery that solved a problem called latex blushing. continue reading »
April 2008
Omet’s X-Flex wins FTA Technical Innovation Award
The Italian press maker has captured the FTA's prestigious award for technical innovation for 2008. continue reading »
Rotoworx spins off as separate converting equipment firm
Rotoworx systems has separated from its former parent company to establish itself as a distinct provider of modular converting equipment. continue reading »
Packaging industry report cites record activities for 2007
BMO Capital Markets' has released its annual report on M&A activity in the packaging industry. continue reading »
GSI wins printed electronics award
Developments in printed electronics have earned GSI Technologies an award in a fledgling industry. continue reading »
Penmar adds recyclable labels to product line
Connecticut converter has added a line of recyclable labels to its product mix. continue reading »
Harpers named to technical hall of fame
Ron and Katherine Harper have been inducted into the National Technical Honor Society Hall of Fame for Educational Excellence. continue reading »
Phoenix Challenge competition crowns 2008 winners
Two and a half days of competition culminated in victories for the Canadian competitors at the 11th Annual International Phoenix Challenge Flexo Skills Competition. continue reading »
Aquaflex adds a 16” web width to its ELS Servo line
Aquaflex announces the introduction of the new ELS Servo press with a 16” web width. continue reading »
Avery Dennison reports first quarter 2008 earnings
Avery Dennison Corporation, based in Pasadena, CA, USA, reported net income of US$68.4 million or US$0.69 per share for the first quarter, compared with $79.1 million or $0.80 per share the previous year. continue reading »
GIDUE expands plant due to increased sales
An increase in sales during its 2008 fiscal year has prompted GIDUE, a manufacturer of narrow and midweb presses, to add 2,200 square meters of space to its headquarters in Turate, Italy. continue reading »
Paris welcomes FINAT for its 50th anniversary conference
FINAT will hold its annual conference this year in Paris, France, the site of its first conference 50 years ago. continue reading »
Tapecon announces ITAR registration
Tapecon Inc., a manufacturer of pressure sensitive labels, decals, membrane switches, custom fabrications, and digital printing, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, USA, announced that it has been ITAR registered. continue reading »
Beta LaserMike launches new MID certification device
Beta LaserMike, a global manufacturer of precision measurement and control systems, announces the launch of an MID (Measuring Instrument Directive of the European Community) certification device for its LaserSpeed gauges. continue reading »
West Coast seminar to address top flexo issues
The Western Flexo & Label Association will present four seminars on April 23 focusing on green issues, waste management, press technology, and print management software. continue reading »
Loparex Group to sell some units to Mondi
Loparex Group intends to sell several of its business units to Mondi Coating. continue reading »
SCT International acquires Graphic Options
SCT International, the parent company of Sekuworks, has acquired Graphic Options, a security design and plate making company. continue reading »
GIDUE enters China market with press sale
GIDUE has sold a 10-color E-Combat press to a printer in China, marking the Italian press maker's first sale in that country. continue reading »
DuPont, Sun Chemical join forces to improve flexography
DuPont Packaging Graphics and Sun Chemical are collaborating to produce improvements in flexo printing using the former's Cyrel FAST platemaking technology and the latter's WetFlex printing process. continue reading »
Henkel to acquire adhesives business from National Starch
Henkel KgaA has announced that it will acquire the adhesives and electronic materials businesses of National Starch and Chemical Company. continue reading »
FDA approves UV/EB coatings for food contact
The US Food and Drug Administration has given its approval to the use of UV and EB coatings that come into direct contact with food. continue reading »
UPM Raflatac opens $100 million labelstock plant in Illinois
UPM Raflatac, a global producer of pressure sensitive labelstock, officially opened its newest manufacturing facility in early April: a 220,000 square foot plant in Dixon, IL, USA, about 100 miles west of Chicago. continue reading »
Cortegra moves headquarters to Parsippany, NJ, USA
Cortegra, a manufacturer of labels and packaging products for the pharmaceutical industry, is moving its headquarters from Fairfield, NJ, USA, to nearby Parsippany. continue reading »
Label Traxx adds HP Indigo parameters to software
Tailored Solutions’ Label Traxx print business management software now fully supports HP Indigo presses in label production. continue reading »
Loparex announces price increase
Citing unprecedented cost pressure for raw materials, energy and transportation, Loparex LLC, Willowbrook, IL, USA, announced this week that it will implement price increases for its entire line of paper, film and polycoated products, effective May 5, 200 continue reading »
Bunting acquires Magnet Applications Group
Bunting Magnetics Company, Newton, KS, USA, has acquired Magnet Applications Group Ltd. (MAGL). continue reading »
SMAG opens a branch in USA
SMAG, a French manufacturer and distributor of printing and converting equipment for the label and flexible packaging industry, has announced its intention to open a branch office in the United States to handle sales in the US and Canada. continue reading »
Online Exclusive: Scammers target label converters
Scammers, always eager to perpetrate fraud wherever possible, are now going after label converters. continue reading »
TLP again named best Wisconsin workplace
Milwaukee Magazine and The Management Resource Association have declared Tailored Label Products (TLP) to be one of the “Best Places to Work in Southeastern Wisconsin.” continue reading »
Korean manufacturer taps Stork Prints for RFID printing
EXAX Inc., a South Korean chemical manufacturer, is set to expand into RFID (radio-frequency identification) label production at its Cheonan plant by investing in a dedicated rotary screen printing line from Stork Prints. continue reading »
FINAT launches a club for young managers
FINAT, the European label association, has launched a Young Managers’ Club to help prepare the next generation of executives for taking control of their companies. continue reading »
Three suppliers win FPPA innovation awards
The recipients of the 2008 Technological Innovator of the Year awards are NPP Packaging Graphics Specialists, Kodak, and Flexographic Prepress Solutions. continue reading »
Avery Dennison Acquires DM Label Group
Avery Dennison has acquired DM Label Group, a manufacturer of woven labels based in Taiwan. continue reading »
March 2008
Sustainable Green Printing Partnership announces criteria
The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP Partnership) revealed the criteria on how to become a sustainable, green printer at the National Environmental Health and Safety Conference (NEHS) on March 12, in Indianapolis, IN, USA. continue reading »
Flint Group acquires Siegwerk’s packaging ink business in Australia and New Zealand
Flint Group has signed an agreement with Siegwerk Group to acquire Siegwerks’s packaging ink business in Australia and New Zealand. continue reading »
Wausau Coated attains FSC certification
Wausau Coated has attained chain of custody certification through the Forest Stewardship Council as a pressure sensitive manufacturer. continue reading »
Digitalabel launches new web site
Digitalabel launched its new web site, www.digitalabelllc.com, featuring samples, substrate suggestions, a quote request form and more. continue reading »
HGS welcomes new Southeast technical graphics advisor
Harper GraphicSolutions, the technical service division of global anilox supplier Harper Corporation of America, announces the addition of Paul Teachout to its team as Southeast technical graphics advisor. continue reading »
RotoMetrics acquired by management and investment firm
RotoMetrics, the narrow web industry’s largest die manufacturer, has been acquired by Morgenthaler Partners in conjunction with RotoMetrics management. continue reading »
Gallus reports profitable 2007
The Gallus Group, a manufacturer of narrow web presses and screen printing equipment based in St. Gallen, Switzerland, reports turnover for 2007 at CHF289 million (US$295 million), up CHF6 million from 2006. continue reading »
Stork Prints to supply screen units for Omet presses
Stork Prints, a producer of rotary screen technology, based in Boxmeer, the Netherlands, will supply Italian press manufacturer Omet with dedicated RSI (Rotary Screen Integration) modules for the Varyflex 520mm and 670mm combination presses. continue reading »
Channeled Resources opens two recycling centers
Channeled Resources Group, headquartered in Chicago, has announced the opening of two North American Recycling Service Centers. continue reading »
Raflatac marks 100 million RFID inlays delivered into tickets
UPM Raflatac, based in Tampere, Finland, has manufactured and supplied 100 million RFID inlays to mass transit ticketing applications globally. continue reading »
WS Packaging implements Radius Solutions’ PECAS Vision
WS Packaging Group, headquartered in Algoma, WI, USA, has implemented Radius Solutions’ PECAS Vision business information management/enterprise resource planning system at three of its sites. continue reading »
Mondi presents Tape Innovation Days conference
“Tape Innovation Days” will be held May 28 to 29 in Maastricht, the Netherlands. continue reading »
Sani-Blast forms alliance with ARCS
Sani-Blast and ARCS, manufacturers and distributors of anilox roll cleaning equipment and service, have announced a marketing and service alliance throughout North America. continue reading »
Best managed label companies named by TLMI
The Eugene M. Singer Awards for Best Managed Company were unveiled last week as members of the Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute gathered in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, for their yearly Converter Meeting. continue reading »
York Label acquires two converters in Chile
York Label, headquartered in Omaha, NE, USA, continues its expansion with the acquisition of Etiprak S.A. through its Cameo-Marinetti joint venture, and a 50 percent interest in Etiquetas Industriales Ltda., both located in Santiago, Chile. continue reading »
HP Indigo introduces the ws6000
A new digital label and packaging press from HP Indigo will be unveiled in May at Drupa, the large German print show. continue reading »
Wausau Coated offers reduced minimums on HP Indigo roll products
Wausau Coated Products, of Wausau, WI, USA, a manufacturer of pressure sensitive roll and sheet label products, has announced lower minimum order quantities on all stocked HP Indigo products. continue reading »
Digital proofing seminar at Clemson back by popular demand
The Graphic Communications department of Clemson University will present two back-to-back reprises of one of its most popular seminars: Digital Proofing for Flexography, May 13-14 and May 15-16. continue reading »