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Digital Printing

Global Graphics unveils new SmartDFE

Global Graphics Software has partnered with Hybrid Software, Meteor Inkjet and Xitron to create a smart product for labels and packaging.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.21.21

Finishing | Substrates

Channeled Resources installs new slitter in Toronto facility

The Catbridge 900 was purchased for CRG’s silicone coating division, GMC, in Toronto, Ontario.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.21.21

Digital Printing | Ink and Coatings

Kao Collins launches new website for printing inks and services

The site delivers expertise and technical know-how for the company’s three brands: Kao Collins, Kao Chimigraf, and Kao Corporation Chemical Business.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.21.21

Digital Printing | Prepress

Xitron announces addition of Bill Brunone

As director of business development, he will focus on Xitron’s advanced DFE, designed for desktop, production, and industrial inkjet applications.

Steve Katz 04.21.21

Flexography | Prepress | Prepress Equipment

Esko and Asahi unveil CrystalCleanConnect flexo platemaker

The system fully automates the entire platemaking process, from imaging and exposure through to plate production.

Steve Katz 04.21.21

Digital Printing | Finishing | Flexography | Prepress | Sustainability

Successful start for virtual.drupa

About 17,000 registered visitors from 155 nations benefitted from 660 minutes of education in the Conference Area.

Steve Katz 04.21.21

Europe | Flexo Presses | Flexography

Bailprint Labels installs Nilpeter FA-17

The Manchester-based converter opted for the new press in its efforts to modernize, while increasing speed and efficiency.

Steve Katz 04.21.21

Substrates | Sustainability

PPG releases 2020 Sustainability Report

Throughout last year, PPG improved the sustainability of its products, processes and operations, decreasing its overall global environmental footprint.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.20.21

GAA merges with AIMCAL

The agreement creates an organization with a common mission, organizational structure, and programming.

Steve Katz 04.20.21

Substrates | Sustainability

Acucote expands Insights educational program

Both recent Insights articles also include short video blogs, which highlight key points.

04.20.21

Flexible Packaging | Prime Labels | Specialty Labels

S-OneLP launches Cannabis Resource Guide

The free guide aims to help label and flexible packaging converters navigate the emerging legal cannabis marketplace.

Steve Katz 04.20.21

Digital Printing | North America

Domino promotes Jessie Van Apeldoorn

Van Apeldoorn, approaching her seventh year with Domino, has been named digital printing lead installation engineer.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.20.21

Ink and Coatings | Sustainability

Sakata INX and INX International continue sustainability efforts

HAVI is recommending Sakata’s Botanical ink brand EcoPlata and INX’s INXhrc inks for food packaging.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.19.21

North America

TLMI reveals Eugene Singer Award winners at Virtual Spring Summit

Rose City Label and Blue Label Digital Printing were recognized for the first time.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.16.21

North America | Substrates | Sustainability

Monadnock Paper Mills joins SGP

Monadnock has long sought to craft sustainable and premium printing, packaging, and specialty technical papers for global brands.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.16.21

Ink and Coatings | Sustainability

ACTEGA helps converter reach sustainability goals

Cardbox Packaging, with sites around the globe, has relied on ACTEGA's water-based ACTGreen barrier coatings.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.16.21

Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing

Bobst enhances design of Mouvent LB701-UV digital label press

Design updates include a more ergonomic and easier-to-access ink cabinet, and a flexible/movable screen for even more convenient management and control.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.16.21

FINAT to hold online networking, educational forum

Taking place May 31 to June 4, the event will encompass a number of key themes and issues facing the industry.

Steve Katz 04.15.21

Digital Printers & Presses | Digital Printing | North America

Epson SurePress reaches milestone

A single SurePress L-6534VW has produced record-setting commercial print volumes for Epson, proving the technology can serve the largest label converters.

Greg Hrinya, Editor 04.14.21

Label Converting Equipment