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Afinia Label partners with Canada's Unified Flex
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Flexo Presses | Flexography
Label Tech adds Mark Andy Evolution flexo press
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Security Labels | Substrates
Mactac expands Lintec security labeling product line
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
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North America
EverGreene Tag & Label Group acquires Dixie Labels and Systems
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FLAG appoints first sales manager
Kody Bendele will recruit new members and increase rebate opportunities for existing members.L&NW Staff 11.17.20
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Flexography | Prepress | Prepress Equipment
Esko launches 'Essential Toolkit for Retailers'
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NiceLabel launches new version of label management software
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Durst RSC Label Masters inaugural winners announced
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Digital Printing | North America
Xaar rebrands, eyes North American market
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North America | Sustainability
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Europe | Flexo Presses | Flexography
Gallus Labelmaster makes mark in Czech Republic
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DataLase releases new coating
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North America
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Flexography | Prepress Equipment
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography
Rotometal launches new printing cylinders
Antifriction printing cylinders have been designed to optimize the friction properties and smoothness of the cylinder coating.L&NW Staff 11.05.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America
Hamillroad Software and Harper join forces
Hamillroad is working with Harper to accredit its XLT anilox range for use with Bellissima DMS.L&NW Staff 11.05.20
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Prepress
Xitron prepares to release Navigator 13
Version 13, which ships on November 23, brings several improvements to the RIP, including a marked increase in throughput speed.L&NW Staff 11.04.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Europe
Durst’s Virtual Digital Day features new Tau RSC
Topics covered progress on the Tau RSCi beta test, Durst RSC low migration products and hybrid label production.L&NW Staff 11.03.20
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Industrial Labels | Specialty Labels | Substrates
Polyonics issued first US patent
The invention covers new technology for improved ESD topcoats and label materials.L&NW Staff 11.03.20
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Flexography | North America | Prepress
Hybrid Software named FLAG Vendor Partner of the Year
This is the third significant award Hybrid Software has earned in just over a year.L&NW Staff 11.03.20
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Digital Printing
anytron - Bitek Technology unveils any-JET II
The new inline digital press for labels and flexible packaging is powered by Memjet inkjet printing technology.L&NW Staff 11.03.20
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Pricing, service and culture key to success with Labels & Decals
“Competitive pricing is essential - but right after that comes CRG’s phenomenal culture.” Steve Bartscher, President Labels & Decals
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The Effects of COVID on Craft Breweries
What’s happening in the market?
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Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Circulytics tool reveals UPM Raflatac has taken extensive action
in the circular economy
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America | Prepress | Pressroom Supplies
MacDermid plate technology boosts Craftsman Label
This Portland, OR-based converter projects to save more than $80,000 over the course of a year as a result of a partnership with APR and MacDermid.L&NW Staff 11.02.20
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Europe | Substrates | Sustainability
Arconvert-Ritrama among CELAB-Europe founders
The initiative aims to develop a sustainable and circular business model for over 75% of the used liner and matrix materials in Europe by 2025.L&NW Staff 11.02.20
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Substrates | Sustainability
Circulytics tool finds UPM Raflatac has taken action to enable a circular economy
“UPM Raflatac has clearly taken extensive action to enable their acceleration to a more circular business model."L&NW Staff 11.02.20
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Flexography | North America | Sustainability
Omet debuts Cold Foil Saver
Cold Foil Saver allows printers to increase cold foil savings by up to 50% and increase profitability, the company says.L&NW Staff 10.30.20
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FLAG Holds Successful Virtual Summit
Prestigious awards presented to members and suppliers
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North America
FLAG holds successful Virtual Summit
Over 250 independent converter members and vendor partners registered for the inaugural Virtual Summit.L&NW Staff 10.30.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Finishing
Epson and Grafisk Maskinfabrik offer bundle
Special pricing is available for the SurePress L-6534VW digital LED UV inkjet label press and the GM Econ finisher.L&NW Staff 10.29.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Xeikon enables Poland's Labo Print to add paper cup capability
Using its Xeikon 3500 press, Labo Print can produce sustainable, personalized digitally printed paper cups that appeal to consumer preferences.L&NW Staff 10.29.20
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Flexography | Prepress | Prepress Equipment
Dion Label sees step-change in production with Kodak
Following its FLEXCEL NX Ultra installation in June, Dion is now able to produce products with much greater consistency while delivering higher print quality.L&NW Staff 10.29.20
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Flexible Packaging | Label Converting Equipment
Enprom smart technology assists Emsur
The flexible packaging converter is benefitting from a nonstop 3-shaft turret rewinder based on Enprom’s Smart Wheel system.L&NW Staff 10.29.20
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Sustainability
Herma going climate neutral in 2021
Herma will be developing and producing adhesive material, labels and labeling machines while lowering its carbon footprint.L&NW Staff 10.29.20
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North America
Resource Label Group acquires McDowell Label
McDowell Label, which has secured more than 500 national and international awards, becomes Resource Label’s 16th addition and second in Texas.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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North America | Sustainability
Wausau Coated Products teams with CELAB
CELAB will operate as a coalition, empowered to reach across the entire value chain to promote a circular economy for self-adhesive label materials.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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Beauty & Personal Care Labels | Shrink
Global sleeve labels market to reach $18.6 billion by 2027
Expanding personal care and cosmetic industry is projected to show lucrative growth opportunity to the market of sleeve labels.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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Medical Labels | Pharmaceutical Labels | Security Labels | Smart Labels | Specialty Labels
Schreiner MediPharm equips Cap-Lock label with RFID
The new "Cap-Lock plus RFID" combines digital medication management with first-opening indication.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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Food Labels
Inkjet printer cracks egg coding challenge
A Spanish egg producer is using Markem-Imaje technology to mark 180,000 eggs an hour, while cutting operational costs by at least 20%.L&NW Staff
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Flexo Presses | Flexography
Sweden's Nordvalls adds two Gallus Labelmaster presses
The converter has recently seen a market increase in demand among both existing and new label customers.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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Rotoflex develops booklet label machine for JH Bertrand
The machine is based on the Rotoflex VSI platform and features a short and simple web path using large idlers.L&NW Staff 10.27.20
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Flexo Supplies | Ink and Coatings | Prepress Supplies | Pressroom Supplies | Substrates | Sustainability
Label industry recycling consortium launched
CELAB (Circular Economy for Labels) has been founded by companies in the self-adhesive label industry to create greater circularity for its products.L&NW Staff 10.26.20
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Flexography | Label Converting Equipment | Sustainability
Enprom's eFCS 130 promotes sustainability
The eFCS 130 combines inline processes to provide a highly efficient hybrid solution that enables high productivity with reduced waste.L&NW Staff 10.26.20
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Europe | Ink and Coatings
Flint Group boosts color accuracy at Watershed Group
The converter has a strong presence in the spirits, luxury beverages, food, pharmaceuticals and chemicals sectors.L&NW Staff 10.26.20
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Label Converting Equipment | Pressroom Supplies
Phoseon introduces FireJet ONE UV LED curing system
It is touted as the most powerful 365nm air-cooled curing lamp in the world.L&NW Staff 10.22.20
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Europe | Ink and Coatings
Siegwerk expands in Turkey
Following a reconstruction, the company has improved both efficiency and safety at its regional headquarters in Tuzla.L&NW Staff 10.22.20
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Industrial Labels | Smart Labels | Specialty Labels
Schreiner ProTech develops RFID component tracking label
Autoliv incorporates a customized version of Schreiner ProTech’s ((rfid))-Poly-Track label for inline data acquisitions and product authenticity.L&NW Staff 10.22.20
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Digital Printing
Dantex highlights new technology in live demos
Dantex’s Advance Engineering team has utilized online demonstrations to communicate with customers.L&NW Staff 10.21.20
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North America | Substrates
Labels & Decals grows with support of Channeled Resources Group
The converter's press operators have been satisfied with how the Channeled Choice portfolio papers run on their Mark Andy press.L&NW Staff 10.20.20
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Brook & Whittle partners with Tri Print
The partnership underscores Brook & Whittle’s continued expansion on the West Coast.L&NW Staff 10.20.20
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Flexography | Ink and Coatings
Cyngient appoints Shannon Cook chief technology officer
She has more than two decades of experience in R&D, management and sales of narrow web inks, adhesives and coatings.L&NW Staff 10.20.20
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Beer Labels | Beverage Labels | Prime Labels | Spirits Labels
Inland named Molson Coors' Packaging Materials Supplier of the Year
Inland provides MCBC with seven billion labels a year.L&NW Staff 10.19.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | North America
ModTek invests in Dantex
ModTek chose the PicoColour UV inkjet digital label press after successful virtual demonstrations.L&NW Staff 10.15.20
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Pharmaceutical Labels
ABG helps future-proof CV Labels
The SRI Omega inkjet press has been configured for the pharmaceutical market.L&NW Staff 10.15.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | Prepress Equipment | Pressroom Supplies
Flexo Wash presents on gravure cylinder cleaning at AIMCAL event
Patrick Potter discussed "Cylinder Washing Reimaged in the Era of Sustainability" on October 23, 2020.L&NW Staff 10.15.20
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Ink and Coatings | Sustainability
Siegwerk joins HolyGrail 2.0 initiative
The program investigates digital watermarks for smart packaging recycling to drive a truly circular economy.L&NW Staff 10.15.20
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Boosting e-commerce with return labels
The e-commerce boom has increased online sales, as well as online returns.Amin Sikander, Head of Supply Chain Practice and Co-founder, Gaea Global Technologies 10.14.20
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Digital Printing | Finishing | North America
D.P.R. Labeling releases accessories for Epson printers
These roll-to-roll systems have been specifically designed to integrate with the ColorWorks C6000-Series on-demand color label printers.L&NW Staff 10.14.20
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Europe | Flexo Presses | Flexography
Omet named 'Welfare Champion' in Italy
The press manufacturer is one of 78 Italian companies honored from a sample of over 6,500 businesses.L&NW Staff 10.14.20
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Digital Printing | North America
Domino promotes Matt Condon, Dale Rawhoof
Both Domino employees will work on developing and supporting the corrugated sector.L&NW Staff 10.13.20
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Asia | Flexo Supplies | Label Converting Equipment | Pressroom Supplies
Panoval Label grows with GEW in Vietnam
The converter's five lamp system enables its team to tailor the curing process for each and every job, to achieve undercure and overcure at will.L&NW Staff 10.13.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Europe | Label Converting Equipment
Herzog Etiketten installs Mark Andy Digital Pro 3
This dry toner press offers CMYK digital print plus a flexo unit for spot color or varnish.L&NW Staff 10.13.20
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North America | Security Labels | Substrates
Acucote helps ALL-TAG with security labeling
ALL-TAG helps stores manage their anti-shoplifting programs and get their requirements directly to packagers and manufacturers.L&NW Staff 10.13.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Xeikon introduces 7-color inkjet label press
The PX30000 is equipped with eight printing stations, two of which are used to achieve high opaque white layers at maximum speed.L&NW Staff 10.13.20
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North America
Determining the correct thermal ribbon
Smith Corona's Alaina D'Altorio takes a deep dive into printing thermal transfer labels.Alaina D'Altorio, Content Marketing Specialist, Smith Corona 10.12.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | North America
Creative Labels of Vermont goes with HP
Two new HP Indigo 6900 presses will provide flexibility and added value to its customers in the food and beverage industries.L&NW Staff 10.12.20
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Africa
DuPont appoints Rotocon in South Africa
The product suite is now available through Rotocon’s headquarters in Cape Town and branch offices in Johannesburg and Durban.L&NW Staff 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: Arrow Systems, Inc.
Arrow Systems, Inc. is preparing for a digital future.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: StickerGiant
StickerGiant has emerged as one of the true “Giants” of this industry’s up-and-comers.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: PPD&G
The simple philosophy of "Never say no to a request, and always strive to have a solution" has served president Jonathan Rovner well.Lisa Rouh 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: ModTek
ModTek, with an eye on sustainability and company culture, is positioning itself for the future with digital printing.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: K-1 Packaging Group
Having eclipsed its 25-year anniversary, K-1 Packaging Group has its sights squarely set on the future.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: Iconex
Iconex, through organic growth and acquisitions, is poised for a bright future in the label printing and POS spaces.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Companies To Watch: Gamse Labels & Packaging
“We make labels… Really cool labels… You’ll find our people are pretty cool, too.”Lisa Rouh 10.09.20
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Digital Printing | Finishing
Prati targets new markets with DigiFast 20000
Fully modular and user-friendly, DigiFast 20000 answers the demands of the fast-growing mid web sector and digital packaging market.L&NW Staff 10.09.20
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MIS Update
Converters are using this software to take their customer service to a whole new level.Steve Katz, Associate Editor 10.09.20
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Flexo Inks
The pandemic has required inks to handle increased speeds while still producing high-quality labels.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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Anilox Roll Cleaners
Suppliers of both equipment and consumables are responding to evolving demands within this vital element of flexographic printing.Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20
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North America
Label industry mourns loss of Thomas Staib
The president and owner of DWS Printing passed away on October 2, 2020.L&NW Staff 10.08.20
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Digital Printing | Europe | Finishing | Label Finishing Equipment | Spirits Labels | Substrates | Wine Labels
Germark installs EcoLeaf metallization unit
The Spanish converter will utilize the technology to produce sustainable metalized decorative effect labels at an attractive price point.L&NW Staff 10.08.20
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Digital Printing
Xeikon Café TV targets new markets
On October 15, product experts illustrated how Xeikon fleXflow supports the company's Pouch Production solution.L&NW Staff 10.08.20
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Finishing | North America
Abbott Label continues expansion with ABG
The installation of a Vectra ECTR 4 spindle turret rewinder marks Abbott's first equipment purchase from the finishing specialists.L&NW Staff 10.08.20
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Digital Printing
Brook & Whittle acquires ILS and Wizard Labels
ILS and Wizard Labels are the fourth and fifth add-on transactions that Brook & Whittle anticipates completing since Snow Phipps’ initial investment in 2017.L&NW Staff 10.08.20
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Europe | Flexo Supplies | Flexography | Prepress | Prepress Equipment | Prepress Supplies | Pressroom Supplies
FFP Packaging wins ‘Best in Show’ at EFIA Awards
FFP won for its "Juicy Meat Company, Large Beef, Easy Cook Pouch."L&NW Staff 10.07.20
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Digital Printing | North America
Afinia Label to release A200 label applicator
The A200, which will ship this month, is a semi-automatic label applicator for bottles, cans and cylindrical packaging.L&NW Staff 10.07.20
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Europe | Flexo Presses | Flexography
IMEC Media installs Ireland's first Mark Andy Evolution
“It’s wider, quicker to make ready and change over, and runs faster across an extended range of substrates in perfect register – what’s not to like?"L&NW Staff 10.07.20
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North America | Sustainability
Meyers commits to carbon-free electricity
More than 50% of Meyers’ electricity comes from carbon-free sources, and the company intends to reach 100% by 2021.L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | North America
Domino unveils N730i digital UV inkjet label press
The press features the new Domino Generation 7 inkjet platform, which includes a Brother BITSTAR 1200 dpi piezo printhead.L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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Digital Printing | Prepress
Contiweb unveils variable coater for enhancing digital print
The digital priming and overprint varnish applicator was developed to boost quality and reduce costs.10.06.20
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Badger Tag & Label celebrates 85th anniversary
Founded by Emil Thiel in 1935, the family-owned label manufacturer is growing beyond its initial objective of “we fit the tag to its purpose.”L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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Flexo Supplies | Label Converting Equipment | Pressroom Supplies
Bobst launches oneINSPECTION
It ensures an end-to-end data driven quality process tailored to meet specific industry needs.L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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North America
Brook & Whittle expands executive team
Paul Hogan, Scott Willey, and Daryl Northcott all join the company in various roles.L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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Flexo Supplies | Ink and Coatings | Pressroom Supplies
Traco Packaging boosts press efficiencies with DIP Co
The custom pan liner provides significant decreases in press downtime.L&NW Staff 10.06.20
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North America
Lightning Labels meets customer service benchmarks
The “COVID-19 customer service challenge” resulted from the re-gearing of business operations and restrictions created by the pandemic.L&NW Staff 10.05.20
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North America
Five label trends to differentiate your brand in 2021
Resource Label Group defines multiple strategies to prepare for what's next in the label and packaging industry.Marsha Frydrychowski , Director of Marketing Services, Resource Label Group 10.05.20
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Finishing | North America
ABG highlighting Enprom in US technology center
An eRS sleeve seaming machine is on display at the AB Graphic International technological demo center located in Elgin, IL.L&NW Staff 10.02.20
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Flexography
Flexo Wash to exhibit at FTA Virtual Fall Conference
Visitors can schedule a virtual demo or an in-person demo during the event.L&NW Staff 10.02.20
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North America
FLAG to honor Don Sinkin
The former chairman and CEO of Disc Graphics will be presented with the FLAG Lifetime Achievement Award.Judy Abelman, Principal, LPC, Inc. 10.02.20
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Security Labels | Smart Labels | Specialty Labels
Authentix acquires Traceless Authentication Group
Traceless specializes in anticounterfeiting and diversion control to customers in the pharmaceuticals, spirits and apparel industries.L&NW Staff 10.01.20
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Digital Printing | Flexography | Prepress | Prepress Equipment
Mark Andy to offer GMG color management products
GMG solutions and media are already available through the Mark Andy Print Products Division.L&NW Staff 10.01.20
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Substrates
Mactac teams with DNP to enhance durable films portfolio
The partnership includes the addition of DNP’s new V300 thermal transfer ribbon to Mactac’s MH26726 UL file for printing materials.L&NW Staff 10.01.20
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Digital Printing
EFI withdraws from drupa 2021
The company will continue to host remote events and demonstrations for customers and prospects.L&NW Staff 10.01.20
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Promotional Labels | Specialty Labels
Labels as a voter registration tool
Jones Soda has turned its bottles into 2-minute voter registration tools in collaboration with non-partisan Voter Participation Center.L&NW Staff
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Digital Printing | North America
Arrow Systems Inc. preparing for digital future
The company has partnered with Colordyne Technologies to launch the Arrow Jet Aqua 330R.L&NW Staff 09.28.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Finishing | Label Finishing Equipment
ABG launches DigiJet digital embellishment module
Features include two inkjet heads with UV pinning and UV curing, automated cold foil throw-off, a shuttle system for zero waste and more.L&NW Staff 09.28.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Durst announces 100th Tau RSC press installation
The digital inkjet press manufacturer originally unveiled the Tau 330 RSC at Labelexpo 2017 in Brussels.09.28.20
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North America | Sustainability
Demand rises for recyclable labels
Avery Dennison, with a wide range of sustainability goals, has engineered products to help benefit the environment.Greg Hrinya, Editor 09.24.20
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Finishing | Label Converting Equipment | Label Finishing Equipment
Rotoflex launches two new digital finishers
Affordability and high speeds are core attributes of the DF1 and VTI Series.L&NW Staff 09.21.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | North America
Xeikon unveils new press in North America
The Xeikon SX30000 digital press is an electrophotographic toner-based press based on the new Sirius technology.L&NW Staff 09.18.20
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Digital Printing
Benny Landa provides update on Landa Digital Printing
The LDP founder says, "Printing will never be the same again," and looks forward to drupa 2020.Dave Savastano, Editor, Ink World 09.17.20
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North America
Soma rolls out service for North America
The company is now offering its customers one single resource that will ship, clear customs, and transport Soma equipment to the customer’s location.L&NW Staff 09.16.20
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Digital Printing | North America
Domino set to unveil new inkjet technology
The digital printing specialist will launch Generation 7 on September 30.L&NW Staff 09.15.20
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Flexography | Prepress
Global Flexo Innovation Awards now open for entries
The competition honors businesses that are "pioneering the transformation of the flexo industry" using Kodak Flexcel NX plates.L&NW Staff 09.15.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Europe
Spectrum Digital Labels turns to Dantex
The newly-formed business will install a PicoJet 330 UV inkjet digital press during the first week of October.L&NW Staff 09.14.20
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Food Labels | North America
Meyers acquires sheet-fed label business from Insignia Systems
Meyers believes this acquisition will offer the best possible products for grocery stores and supermarkets.L&NW Staff 09.10.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Finishing | Label Finishing Equipment | Substrates | Sustainability
Barthel Gruppe installs first EcoLeaf metallization unit on hybrid press
One of the largest label printers in Germany and the Netherlands has joined ACTEGA's beta program.L&NW Staff 09.10.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | Pressroom Supplies
Flexo Wash offering discount on cleaning systems
The company is offering the discount as part of its “Not a Labelexpo” Labelexpo discount for 2020.L&NW Staff 09.10.20
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Digital Printing | Ink and Coatings | North America
Industrial inkjet printing proves resilient during pandemic
Kao Collins has identified and analyzed important trends in high-performing and under-performing segments of the inkjet printing industry.L&NW Staff
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A4 Labels adds second Daco D350S sheet label converter
“As a trade buyer of A4 Labels for the best part of a decade, we understood exactly what label resellers need," says MD Colin Hawker.L&NW Staff 09.09.20
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Flexible Packaging
Associated Labels and Packaging installs pouch machine
This marks the first installation of Hudson-Sharp’s newest pouch machine, the Ares 400 SUP.L&NW Staff 09.09.20
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Finishing
Valloy debuts new digital label finisher
DuoBlade Petit has been resized from its popular product, DuoBlade SXL&NW Staff 09.08.20
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Europe
drupa details digital platform
The new online platform will offer exhibitors and visitors an additional channel to discuss trends and touch base with the sector.L&NW Staff 09.08.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Screen withdraws from drupa, looks to 2021 NA press demos
"We are continuously creating both virtual and physical communication opportunities designed to ensure the best possible experience.”L&NW Staff 09.02.20
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Europe | Finishing
AB Graphic boosts efficiency at Excel Labels
The MIdlands-based converter initially purchased a Vectra ECTR 4 spindle turret rewinder and has since ordered two more ECTR’s with core loaders.L&NW Staff 09.02.20
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Beauty & Personal Care Labels | Digital Printing | North America
Marathon Labels partners with International Label & Printing
The FLAG network enabled these two converters to team up for a digitally-printed run of hand sanitizer labels.L&NW Staff 08.31.20
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Flexography | North America
Jim Carstairs joins Flexo Wash
In his role as regional sales manager, Carstairs will be working primarily with customers from the Midwest to the West Coast.L&NW Staff 08.27.20
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Label materials supplier UPM Raflatac joins U.S. Plastics Pact
committing to meet ambitious circular economy goals by 2025
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Durst Drives Digital Label Production
The Durst Tau RSC Establishes the New Standard in Industrial Label Production
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Digital Printing | Finishing | Label Converting Equipment | Label Finishing Equipment
Lemon Labels installs Daco digital finishing line
The DF350SR is capable of applying a UV varnish or can laminate the labels for added protection.L&NW Staff 08.24.20
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Flexo Presses | Flexography
Macfarlane Labels adds new Nilpeter press
The 10-color Nilpeter FA-17 joins a fleet of five other Nilpeter presses at Macfarlane.L&NW Staff 08.24.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
JTAPE installs Mark Andy Digital One to personalize PPE
Customers can choose from one of JTAPE’s bespoke designs or provide their own design or logo to promote their brand.L&NW Staff 08.24.20
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Flexography
Judges announced for Miraclon’s Global Flexo Innovation Awards
The panel comprises eight flexo industry influencers and technical experts who bring vast experience from every segment of the value chain.L&NW Staff 08.20.20
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Digital Printing
Wizard Labels honored with second 'Inc. 5000' listing
The all-digital e-commerce specialist again earned a top ranking on the prestigious list for its value-driven growth rate.L&NW Staff 08.20.20
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Digital Printing | Flexography | North America | Spirits Labels | Wine Labels
Craftsman Label installs GM hot foil unit
The new HOTFB330 is replacing an older foiling and embossing unit to improve speeds and capabilities for the finishing of both digital and flexo work.L&NW Staff 08.14.20
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Flexography
Bingham Flexo Services launches new website
The updated site features a streamlined and modern design, improved functionality and easier access to information.L&NW Staff 08.13.20
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Dies And Tooling | North America
Hub Labels improves efficiency
A commitment to Lean Manufacturing and a new partnership with Kocher + Beck have seen numbers soar in Hagerstown, MD, USA.Greg Hrinya 08.13.20
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Digital Printing | North America
Lightning Labels sees increased demand for candle labels
Candle labels feature a host of requirements, including the ability to withstand flames and heat.L&NW Staff 08.13.20
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North America | Substrates
Kernow North America takes over Mohawk Digital Synthetics product line
In addition, Kernow will be expanding its offering to include a new range of printable films featuring its proprietary KernowPrint coatings.L&NW Staff 08.11.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America
Case study: Flexo Wash lifts Catapult
The Florida-based converter has purchased multiple cleaning products to increase efficiency.L&NW Staff
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North America
An essential service to an essential industry
With an increased emphasis on product hygiene and fluctuating production demands, static control is an advantageous printing tool.Matt Fyffe, VP and General Manager, Meech Static Eliminators USA 08.05.20
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Flexography | Industrial Labels | Pressure Sensitive | Promotional Labels | Specialty Labels
FLEXcon introduces floor graphic materials for flexo printing
FLEXmark floor art 6610TF is a 3.4 mil flexible white opaque vinyl that offers excellent printability via UV and water-based flexo.L&NW Staff 08.04.20
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Dies And Tooling | Flexo Supplies | Flexography | Pressroom Supplies
ARC International adds Northwest regional tech service manager
The assignment of Shane Osborne follows the retirement of ARC veteran, Kevin Burham.L&NW Staff 08.03.20
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Digital Printing | Europe | Prepress | Prepress Equipment
Baker Labels invests in Hybrid Software
Packz, Proofscope and Cloudflow are among the newly installed products.L&NW Staff 07.30.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
AM Labels receives SATO AEP certification
The certification allows the UK label company to offer customers personalized AEP solutions that have been developed in-house, maximizing flexibility.L&NW Staff 07.30.20
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Beauty & Personal Care Labels | North America | Substrates | Sustainability
Personal care labels critical during pandemic
Avery Dennison’s newest products assist converters and brands focused on health and wellness.Greg Hrinya, Editor 07.27.20
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Flexo Presses | Flexography | North America
Inland installs new MPS press
The flexo press will open additional shrink label capacity while supporting existing customer growth.L&NW Staff 07.27.20
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Sustainability
Linerless labels: an opportunity for innovation
Their growing popularity is partly due to the environmental and cost benefits they offer compared to their lined label counterparts.Melanie Ott 07.24.20
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Medical Labels | Pharmaceutical Labels | Security Labels
Foiling counterfeiters with holographic labels
Not only did holographic labels counter the decreases seen in sales, but doctors once again felt confident in prescribing these medicines.L&NW Staff 07.23.20
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Digital Printing | North America | Substrates
Digital substrates evolve to meet demand
Avery Dennison has developed materials to work with a wide range of digital presses.Greg Hrinya 07.23.20
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Digital Printing | North America
Lightning Labels expands production facility
The converter has added floor space for production and a round-the-clock shift schedule.L&NW Staff 07.21.20
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Security Labels
New report analyzes security label sector
Future Market Insights details the latest trends propelling this market.L&NW 07.17.20
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Beer Labels | Sustainability
Gösser: Labels with recycled content
Packaging is now 100% PCR material for an optimal combination with cut-and stack paper labels.L&NW Staff
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Medical Labels | Specialty Labels
GM Nameplate makes custom face shields with Heidelberg’s Versafire EV
As face shields became more prevalent earlier in the year, customers began to look for customizable face shields that displayed business logos.L&NW Staff 07.16.20
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ScentsAbility candle labels inspire, touch the heart
Some organizations are expanding their messaging to inspire and motivate consumers.Mark Lusky 07.13.20
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Digital Substrates
Material suppliers have answered the call for more versatile products.Greg Hrinya, Editor 07.13.20
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Prepress Supplies
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Europe
Arti-Bau exalts Xeikon's UV inkjet technology
The Polish label converter has had success with its new Xeikon PX3000 model.L&NW Staff
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Domino details new X630i corrugated press
The press, highlighted in a new video, has been developed to help converters grow their digital printing business with entrance into new sectors.L&NW Staff 07.07.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Landa S10 press arrives at K-1 Packaging in California
The Nanographic press will print short-to-medium runs for folding cartons, countertop displays, labels, and litholam corrugated boxes.07.06.20
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Flexo Presses | Flexography
New Nilpeter press finds home in Indonesia
The 22" FA-Line with 12 UV-flexo printing units is the largest Nilpeter press in Indonesia.L&NW Staff 07.02.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Europe
Interket Group invests in new Xeikon digital press
The CX300 digital press, which is based on Cheetah 2.0 technology, delivers modularity to Interket.L&NW Staff 06.30.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
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Gallus ECS 340
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Announcing IDERA, Xeikon and Flint Group Bring Digital Print to the Corrugated Industry
A fully integrated and comprehensive digital platform setting corrugated packaging apart
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Pressure Sensitive | Prime Labels | Specialty Labels | Spirits Labels | Substrates | Wine Labels
Mohawk partners with UPM Raflatac
These facestocks can be custom tailored with a broad range of adhesives and liners for food and retail uses.L&NW Staff 06.08.20
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Digital Printing | North America | Substrates
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Employees drive production at Inland Packaging
Inland supplies essential products to multiple industries, including food, beverage, consumer goods, and health and medical.L&NW Staff 05.18.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America
Eaglewood Technologies scheduling on-site cleaning
The trained technicians are focused on safety and professional service while deep cleaning anilox rolls.L&NW Staff 05.14.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Latin America
Durst Tau RSC E benefits Megalabel
The Brazilian label converter has seen higher print resolution and faster speeds with the digital press.L&NW Staff 05.14.20
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Finishing | Label Finishing Equipment | Latin America
GrafiSoft now representing Rotocontrol in Chile and Ecuador
Established in 2000, GrafiSoft brings 20 years experience and strong presence in the industry.L&NW Staff 05.14.20
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MCC supports augmented reality label
Triggered by the label, Sinalco has implemented an AR experience whereby a 2D animated Santa emerges to deliver greetings.L&NW Staff 05.14.20
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Security Labels
SICPA announces new anti-counterfeiting security labels
The new labels utilize technology to effectively capture consumers’ attention and can be customized to promote specific symbols or brand names.L&NW Staff 05.14.20
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Flexible Packaging | Ink and Coatings | Sustainability
Siegwerk reports de-inking breakthrough
Working with APK AG, the ink manufacturer successfully completed de-inking trials of twofold printed LDPE-films.05.14.20
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Flexography | North America
FTA enjoys successful Virtual Forum 2020
Nearly 1,000 flexographers seized the opportunity to participate in the three-day event.L&NW Staff 05.13.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Finishing | North America
DLS adds new equipment from HP, Grafotronic
The converter has installed an HP Indigo 6900 digital press and a Grafotronic DCL2 modular digital finisher.L&NW Staff 05.13.20
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Durst extends label support in North America
The Durst headquarters resumed full production of the Tau label presses in late April.L&NW Staff 05.13.20
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ICE USA announces new event name, dates and venue for 2021
Under new management by Reed Exhibitions, the new show name emphasizes education while maintaining core messaging.05.12.20
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Ink and Coatings | Sustainability
INX International introduces Genesis GS washable inks for labels
The new product line offers an abundance of environmental, efficiency and print quality benefits.05.12.20
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Digital Printing | Finishing | Label Finishing Equipment
ACTEGA Metal Print partners with ABG for EcoLeaf
EcoLeaf enables profit-driving metallization embellishments in a variety of markets, including food and beverage, health and beauty, and more.05.12.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Flexible Packaging
Mepco Label Systems installs HP Indigo press
The HP Indigo 20000 digital press will allow Mepco to expand into flexible packaging.L&NW Staff 05.12.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | North America
Arrow Systems launches new pigment-based digital printer
The ArrowJet Aqua 330R, powered by Memjet’s DuraFlex printhead technology, provides customers with enhanced durability and fast speeds.L&NW Staff 05.12.20
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Medical Labels | Pharmaceutical Labels
Luminer reports increase in ECL orders
The uptick points to the pharma industry’s evolving needs as the US continues to grapple with the COVID-19 crisis.L&NW Staff 05.11.20
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Industrial Labels | North America | Substrates
Mactac unveils new cryogenic labels
The labelstocks are intended for harsh temperatures as low as -320 degrees Fahrenheit.L&NW Staff 05.11.20
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Finishing | India
Cartes appoints agent in India
Weldon Celloplast Limited, a total solutions provider to the label industry, will serve as the exclusive agent for the region.L&NW Staff 05.11.20
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Latin America
Rotocontrol names new distributor
Davis Graphics will serve as the exclusive distributor for Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.L&NW Staff 05.08.20
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Flexo Supplies | Flexography | North America
Innovation explored during FTA Virtual Forum
Industry experts explained how the latest trends – such as automation and connectivity – are impacting labels and packaging.Greg Hrinya, Editor 05.08.20
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Pressure Sensitive
AWA releases new report on pressure sensitive labels
According to the "AWAreness Report: Global Pressure sensitive Label Market 2020," pressure sensitive labeling enjoyed 3.3% growth in 2019.L&NW Staff 05.06.20
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North America | Shrink
Brook & Whittle acquires shrink sleeve facility
Croydon manufactures shrink sleeve labels for a variety of consumer and health care end-use markets in North America.L&NW Staff 05.06.20
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North America | Substrates
UPM Raflatac answers supply chain demand during crisis
The company detailed its processes and procedures during a L&NW-produced webinar on April 23.Greg Hrinya, Editor 05.05.20
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North America
Phoenix Challenge College Competition winners announced
CalPoly, this year's winning team, was featured during the 2020 FTA Virtual Forum program on May 6.L&NW Staff 05.04.20
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PCMC/IPT Digital Digital Ink Jet Conversion
Access the world of digital printing using your current flexographic press
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TLMI commences Annual Awards Competition
The awards honor best-in-class package printing in a range of print process categories.L&NW Staff 04.28.20
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Europe | Flexo Presses | Shrink
Poland's MZGraf invests in new Mark Andy Performance Series P7E press
The press is an integral part of MZGraf's introduction of specialized shrink sleeve labels to the market.L&NW Staff 04.28.20
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Beauty & Personal Care Labels | Beer Labels | Beverage Labels | Food Labels | Pressure Sensitive
Inland's labels awarded 'Best of Category'
The Wisconsin-based converter received a total of nine awards from the Great Lakes Graphics Association.L&NW Staff 04.27.20
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One Solution, Maximum Results:
How one printer decreased their anilox roll cleaning by 600%
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Digital Printing | North America
Xeikon Café TV targets future trends, technologies
Digital printing has boosted a diverse product range that includes pharmaceuticals, food, health and beauty, wine and spirits, and more.Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.27.20
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Flexible Packaging | Substrates | Sustainability
Financial Times ranks Wizard Labels among America's fastest growing companies
The inaugural FT Americas ranking recognizes the all-digital label supplier for its impressive growth.L&NW Staff 04.27.20
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
More than ever, time and money are valuable
Which is why AstroNova is here to help.
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JFLEX Increases Profits and Attracts New Customers
“The JFlex offers so many production efficiencies,” says Shawn. We love being able to print 20 different SKU’s back to back without plate changes.”
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Flexography | North America
FTA details Technical Innovation Award winners
The companies recognized are Hybrid Software, Miraclon, and Paper Converting Machine Co (PCMC).L&NW Staff 04.22.20
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ELS MAX Series
WHERE TECHNOLOGY, RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE MERGE
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Xeikon Introduces New High-End Digital Label Press
Xeikon CX300, based on Cheetah 2.0 technology, addresses current market needs in the label market with versatility, productivity and quality
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Heidelberg Label Unit (Gallus) with new management
By Heidelberger Druckmaschinen
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Channeled Resources Introduces Channeled Choice™
Converters can now take advantage of a full portfolio of premium label stocks
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Brighter Ideas For Labels
Sustainable packaging will drive growth in the labels market by 5.4% annually
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Ink and Coatings | Label Converting Equipment
You Don't Make Money When Your Press Isn't Running.
That's why Thousands of Converters (and Hundreds of OEMs) Choose Graymills
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Label Finishing Equipment
Konica Minolta promotes digital embellishment
The MGI JETvarnish 3D One offers special effects on a range of materials.01.24.20
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Digital Printing | India
Memjet inks first DuraFlex partner in India
Monotech Systems has utilized the Memjet technology to drive the Jetsci ColorAqua hybrid label printing press.01.06.20
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Flexography
FTA announces 'Women of Flexo' committee
Nona Woolbright of Clemson University and Jennye Scott of Berry Global will co-chair the committee.12.16.19
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North America
L&NW’s top online features of 2019
Open houses with Nilpeter and AB Graphic, and product launches from Avery Dennison, were among the most popular original stories in 2019.Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 12.12.19
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Flexo Wash laser cleaner installed in Denmark
The new laser technology is suitable for 100% cleaning without damage to the rolls.12.03.19
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North America
L&NW’s top news headlines of 2019
Multi-Color’s acquisition by a Platinum Equity affiliate garnered the most interest during the year.Greg Hrinya, Associate Editor 12.03.19
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Asia | Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Memjet technology drives new COASO label press
COASO and Memjet representatives will debut the iCueLabel Press at the Shanghai World of Packaging Conference and Labelexpo Asia.11.25.19
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Industrial Labels
PPG Teslin labelstock receives BS 5609 Section 3 certification
The certification indicates that PPG Teslin-based labels printed with OKI Data systems will remain intact and legible when used on chemical drums.11.20.19
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Digital Printers and Presses
OEMs continue to achieve technological advancements that result in more and more label printing equipment options.Steve Katz & Greg Hrinya, Editor & Associate Editor 11.15.19
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Security Labels
Labels to help combat counterfeiting
A combination of security methods helps brand owners take preventative measures against product duplicates.Stan Chess 11.12.19
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Security Labels | Substrates
Schreiner ProTech develops labeling solution for electric bike motors
The products protect electric components against weather and mechanical impact while incoprorating tamper-evidence and anti-counterfeiting attributes.11.07.19
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | Europe
Colordyne Technologies sees first adoption in Europe
Kao Chimigraf in Barcelona has acquired two digital inkjet print engines from Colordyne.11.05.19
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ProMach acquires Jet Label & Packaging
The addition of Western Canada’s largest label manufacturer gives ProMach a 7th flagship converting facility as well as additional sales and service offices.10.30.19
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Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing
Brother Mobile Solutions unveils new thermal transfer printer
The TD-4 series prints clearly readable, durable labels needed for identifying and tracking warehouse items.10.24.19
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Digital Printing | North America
Memjet details enhancements to DuraLink
DuraLink XL enhancements include a more robust printhead, four times the printhead life and an expanded color gamut.10.02.19
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Labelexpo Europe 2019 – Heidelberg/Gallus focus on digital printing and converting as growth market
By Heidelberger Druckmaschinen
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What is Screeny?
By Heidelberg North America
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It’s Time to Raise the Bar in the Label Market with the Labelfire 340!
By Rebecca Melville
