Shrink

Asda renews X-Rite ColorCert contract for packaging QC

With 200% improvement in print quality scores, ColorCert helps Asda increase focus on color and consistency.

L&NW Staff 09.08.20

New Cyngient adhesive expands shrink sleeve cold foil color gamut

HYPERcolor utilizes just silver foil and one print station to create a vast amount of effects – at a low cost.

L&NW Staff 06.29.20

North America | Shrink | Substrates

Multi-Plastics unveils sustainable shrink films

EnviroCycle 4200 Series features 100% recyclable PET shrink films, which allow printed sleeves to recycle with the bottle.

L&NW Staff 06.24.20

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Bobst embracing shrink sleeve production

According to Smithers, the global market share of all types of sleeve labels will grow annually by 6.9% in the period 2019–24.

L&NW Staff 06.22.20

Brook & Whittle acquires Label Impressions

Label Impressions is a well-established label manufacturer household and personal care, premium beverage, beauty and cosmetics, nutraceuticals, food, and more.

L&NW Staff 06.19.20

Flexible Packaging | Shrink

AB Graphic, Enprom identify packaging trends

According to Matt Burton, digital presses can often print a wide range of substrates.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Editor 06.01.20

Beer Labels | Beverage Labels | North America | Shrink | Sustainability

Avery Dennison analyzes growing shrink sleeve market

Brands are increasingly relying on shrink sleeves, which are seeing a 5% global growth rate.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Editor 05.21.20

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

Europe | Shrink

Omet supports shrink sleeve production

Arca Sleeves has installed a 10-color Omet XFlex X6 UV LED press, which has helped with production and waste reduction.

L&NW Staff 05.05.20

Cyngient launches PUREmatte UV flexo coating

Fragrance-free with virtually no odor, PUREmatte is ideal for printers and converters of shrink films and pressure sensitive labels.

L&NW Staff 05.04.20

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

Europe | Flexible Packaging | Shrink

Accraply announces new manufacturing center

By the summer of 2020, the 46,000 square-foot facility in the UK will house engineering, manufacturing and all related support functions.

02.26.20

DWS Printing takes digital journey

Tom Staib discusses the decision to invest in an MPS EF SymJet powered by Domino.

Online Exclusives10.28.19

North America | Shrink

Entries now open for 2020 AWA International Sleeve Label Awards

Winners will be showcased at the AWA International Sleeve Label Conference & Exhibition, taking place April 29-May 1, 2020 in Cincinnati, OH, USA.

08.07.19

Shrink | Substrates

Garware Polyester joins Alize Global for distribution of high shrink PET films

The move highlights Garware’s strategy to provide quick service to their customers in different parts of the world.

07.29.19

Shrink | Spirits Labels | Wine Labels

Award-winning gin opts for single-serve shrink sleeves

The smaller format bottle will open up new sales channels for Silent Pool Gin and allow consumers to sample its product.

Beer Labels | Shrink

Wizard Labels helps Brouwerij West wrap beer cans with 'chaotic design'

The California craft beer brand is using a creative approach in producing a one-of-a-kind look for its aluminum cans.

Online Exclusives06.13.19

Flexible Packaging | North America | Pressure Sensitive | Shrink

Fortis Solutions Group acquires Label Technology Inc.

Label Technology, based in Merced, CA, USA, is an award-winning printer of flexible packaging, stand-up pouches, and pressure sensitive labels.

06.04.19

North America | Shrink

Mark Andy to host Shrink Sleeve Workshop

Accraply, AWA, Esko, Multi-Plastics, Siegwerk and more will be present to discuss this growing segment.

04.22.19

The best in shrink sleeve labeling

At its International Sleeve Label Awards competition, AWA honored quality and originality in the design, production, and end use of all types of sleeve labels.

Slideshows04.09.19