Steve Katz, Editor11.14.16
A decade ago, label converters could count on one hand the number of digital press and printer options to choose from. With SKU proliferation and the increasing demand from brand owners for labels with variable data and personalization, digital printing is more popular than ever.
Dozens of digital printing units of varying sizes, speeds and price points are now available. The space has never been more competitive. The last two Labelexpos had more than 60 digital press and printer exhibitors. Manufacturers new to the label industry are emerging regularly, and longtime flexo specialists are now launching digital products. The modern label converter has a lot to choose from, and there is seemingly something for every pressroom size and company budget.
What follows are descriptions and images of various digital printing technologies. Some of these vendors are well established in the market, while others are relatively new. This is the most comprehensive account of what’s available that L&NW has put together to date. The equipment listed below is limited to machinery that solely relies on a digital engine for printing. New hybrid machinery h
Dozens of digital printing units of varying sizes, speeds and price points are now available. The space has never been more competitive. The last two Labelexpos had more than 60 digital press and printer exhibitors. Manufacturers new to the label industry are emerging regularly, and longtime flexo specialists are now launching digital products. The modern label converter has a lot to choose from, and there is seemingly something for every pressroom size and company budget.
What follows are descriptions and images of various digital printing technologies. Some of these vendors are well established in the market, while others are relatively new. This is the most comprehensive account of what’s available that L&NW has put together to date. The equipment listed below is limited to machinery that solely relies on a digital engine for printing. New hybrid machinery h
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