GraphTech Ltd.

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

High Speed, Superior Print Quality, Flexible Platform

PCMC’s ION digital conversion system is a flexible inkjet printing system available for many different platforms including; labels, folding cartons, wide web packaging and other specialty printing markets. DOWNLOAD TO LEARN MORE>>>&…

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

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

Flexo Supplies | Flexography | Prepress Equipment | Pressroom Supplies

Flexo Wash to present on gravure cylinder cleaning AIMCAL Event

Patrick Potter will discuss "Cylinder Washing Reimaged in the Era of Sustainability" on October 23.

L&NW Staff 10.15.20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Companies To Watch: Arrow Systems, Inc.

Arrow Systems, Inc. is preparing for a digital future.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MIS Update

Converters are using this software to take their customer service to a whole new level.

Steve Katz, Associate Editor 10.09.20

Flexo Inks

The pandemic has required inks to handle increased speeds while still producing high-quality labels.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 10.09.20

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

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

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

Digital Printing

Xeikon Café TV targets new markets

On October 15, product experts will illustrate how Xeikon fleXflow supports the company's Pouch Production solution.

L&NW Staff 10.08.20

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

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

FFP Packaging wins ‘Best in Show’ at EFIA Awards

Asahi Photoproducts, a specialist in flexographic photopolymer plate development, has announced its customer FFP Packaging Solutions as the "Best of Show" winner of at the recent EFIA Awards 2020. FFP’s entry won Gold in the category…

L&NW Staff 10.07.20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Finishing

Valloy debuts new digital label finisher

DuoBlade Petit has been resized from its popular product, DuoBlade SX

L&NW Staff 09.08.20

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

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

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

Quantum Design and Hunkeler AG Agreement Offers Game Changing Solution to Non-Stop Production in Digital Printing

Caledonia, Illinois (September 1, 2020) – Quantum Design, owner of the KTI product line, a world-class manufacturer of automatic splicers and turret rewinders, announced today an agreement with Hunkeler AG, a market leader in digital print…

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

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

Durst Drives Digital Label Production

The Durst Tau RSC Establishes the New Standard in Industrial Label Production

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Medical Labels | Pharmaceutical Labels | Security Labels

Foiling counterfeiters with holographic labels

Not only did holographic labels counter the decreases seen in sales but, as doctors once again felt confident in prescribing these medicines.

07.23.20

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

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

Security Labels

New report analyzes security label sector

Future Market Insights details the latest trends propelling this market.

L&NW 07.17.20

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

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

ScentsAbility candle labels inspire, touch the heart

Some organizations are expanding their messaging to inspire and motivate consumers.

Mark Lusky 07.13.20

Digital Substrates

Material suppliers have answered the call for more versatile products.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 07.13.20

How to Profitably Scale Just-in-Time Manufacturing Through Digital Label Printing

Ramon Fernandez attributes much of Pro Label Inc.’s success to what he calls “extreme, maniacal” customer service. “This is what puts us on the map,” he says, while also crediting his South Florida label company…

HUB Labels -- Labelfire 340

"When I first bought a digital press 10 years ago, I was just buying a digital press. Now with the Labelfire, I am buying into an ecosystem of software, hardward and consumables that all work really well together." Watch this video to…

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

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

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

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

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

Introducing New Gallus Screeny A-Line Plates!

Did you know that Gallus offers plate options for inline screen printing on flexo presses? Watch this video to see one of our newest plates, the Screeny A-Line plate, to see how it can help benefit your company! To learn more visit our website…

Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing

I.D. Images boosts inkjet offerings

The Epson portfolio includes multiple films and papers.

06.19.20

Gallus ECS 340

The Gallus ECS 340 heralds a new era of extremely cost-efficient commodity label manufacture. It is proof that less can indeed be more. When developing this press, we focussed on the essential features, honing the configuration to maximise print…

Digital Printing | North America | Substrates

Acucote expands digital portfolio

The portfolio features 21 new products.

L&NW Staff 06.04.20

Gallus Labelmaster – A Short Overview

The Gallus Labelmaster: a conventional label printing press which gives you a high level of process flexibility and boosts your production efficiency through printing speed up to 200 m/min. But there is even more label printer and converter ca…

Label and narrow web packaging applications at a glance.

Which are the most important label applications? Roger Oberholzer from Flexo Service explains briefly: self-adhesive labels, shrink sleeves, ROSO labels, wrap-around labels, in-mould labeling (IML), tube laminate, sachet, aluminum film a…

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

Heidelberg and Gallus: Innovative Solutions for the Growing Label Market

Heidelberg has expanded its range of label printing solutions with its Gallus brand, an acknowledged manufacturer of label printing equipment based in Switzerland. In his interview Ferdinand Rüesch, Senior Vice President Global Key Accounts…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gallus Labelfire at Labelexpo Europe 2019

Steve Multer, speaker at the Gallus`stand at Labelexpo Europe 2019, is explaining the advantages of the hybrid printing press Gallus Labelfire with included Digital Embellishment Unit (DEU). More details to the hybrid narrow web press Gallus L…

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

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

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

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

Gallus Labelfire Short Overview

The Gallus Labelfire combines the latest digital printing technology with the benefits of conventional printing and further processing technology. Jointly developed by Gallus and Heidelberg Druckmaschinen AG, the digital inline label printing sys…

PCMC/IPT Digital Digital Ink Jet Conversion

Access the world of digital printing using your current flexographic press

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

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

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

Achieving Better Print Quality With Gallus Labelfire 340 Digital Web Press.

“This is the first digital press I’ve seen that does what I want. It integrates everything from the roll to finished labels – including flexo, screen, digital and die-cutting – without secondary operations,” said Hub pre…

InfoLabel: An Early Adopter of The Gallus Labelfire 340 Digital Web Press

InfoLabel, a service-oriented label printing company based in Clifton Park, NY, specializes in pressure sensitive labels for personal care, household chemical, beverage, gourmet food, and premium private label markets. InfoLabel leverages a high-tech…

One Solution, Maximum Results:

How one printer decreased their anilox roll cleaning by 600%

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

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

More than ever, time and money are valuable

Which is why AstroNova is here to help.

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.”

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

ELS MAX Series

WHERE TECHNOLOGY, RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE MERGE

Heidelberg Label Unit (Gallus) with new management

By Heidelberger Druckmaschinen

Brighter Ideas For Labels

Sustainable packaging will drive growth in the labels market by 5.4% annually

LABEL ACADEMY – THE FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTING PROCESS PART 2

THE ANILOX ROLLER Anilox rollers are one of the most important elements of the flexo process. The full surface of the anilox roller is engraved with recessed cells and each cell holds a specified volume of ink thus ensuring that a consistent i…

ABEL ACADEMY – THE FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTING PROCESS PART 1

his article is part of a new series about the basics of label printing, in cooperation with Label Academy. This article is part of a new series about the basics of label printing, in cooperation with Label Academy. The ori…

You Don't Make Money When Your Press Isn't Running.

That's why Thousands of Converters (and Hundreds of OEMs) Choose Graymills

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

Flexo Label Advantage Group LLC

FLAG VIRTUAL SUMMIT 2020: We're bringing the meeting to you.

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

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

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

Flexo Wash laser cleaner installed in Denmark

The new laser technology is suitable for 100% cleaning without damage to the rolls.

12.03.19

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

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

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

Great products and branding make a powerful pair

In a hot market, branding matters. In a slow market, branding matters. While product quality should always be the top criterion for assessing product worth, there’s no doubt that beautiful branding is a strong contributing factor to public perc…

Mark Lusky 11.15.19

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

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

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

Gallus celebrates sold Labelmaster No. 100

By Gallus

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

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

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

Labels can meet many customer service needs

From education to safeguarding consumers, labels provide a first line of customer service. One need look no further than two emergent industries, CBD and vape, to see critical roles labels play. Regulation, verification, education and consumer fea…

Mark Lusky 10.11.19

Digital Printing | North America