New self-adhesive label film from Herma
23 October 2023
Herma rPE white rv PE film consists of 50% post-consumer recycled material, 50% new plastic, but is priced at a level that ‘almost corresponds’ to…
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Fast, flexible and wide
7 October 2023
Wide web press manufacturers are working to make their press technology more intuitive and more attuned to the requirements of the flexible packaging sector.
Koenig & Bauer launches new ‘short run’ CI flexo press
6 October 2023
The XD Pro press is described as a ‘next generation’ system that ‘sets new standards in performance reliability, process consistency and efficiency’.
Commitment to anilox excellence
27 September 2023
Anilox inspection performs a critical role in maintaining high print quality for flexo printers. Andy Knaggs looks at the importance of getting both the technological…
LED whitepaper from Flint encourages UV transition
27 September 2023
New whitepaper examines the growth of UV LED curing technology, and its impact on the narrow web printing sector.
Smurfit Kappa adds WestRock to create new ‘Go-To’ packaging entity
20 September 2023
Smurfit WestRock will be a 'global leader' in sustainable packaging, with solutions across renewable, recyclable and biodegradable packaging.
FINAT launches carbon footprint initiative as curtain falls on Labelexpo
15 September 2023
Label and flexible packaging gathering in Brussels attracted decent visitor levels, with new technology launches and educational elements at the forefront.
Domino develops inkjet retrofit option for flexo
6 September 2023
The technology is based on Domino's N610i UV inkjet digital label printing technology, and will allow converters to cost effectively create hybrid flexo/digital printing lines.
Berlekamp joins Coveris to lead sustainability drive
5 September 2023
Former adapa Group sustainability lead Dr Martin Berlekamp will take packaging manufacturer Coveris's No Waste strategy forward.
Hamillroad and Asahi partner to push environmentally friendly flexo printing
1 September 2023
AWP CleanPrint water-wash flexo plates are now certified to use with Bellissima DMS.
Esko launches Cloud-based plate platform
1 September 2023
My Devices on Cloud connects all flexographic devices to the Cloud as part of vision of a fully a digitised plate room.
Berry Global chooses MCC’s Kwilinski as CEO
16 August 2023
Kevin Kwilinski replaces Tom Salmon, who is retiring, at Berry Global from October, with Stephen Sterrett becoming chairman of the Board.
Whitehead recruited to bolster Pulse Roll Label export sales
14 August 2023
Print industry veteran with more than 20 years experience will help drive the UK-based narrow web ink company's international sales activity.
Inks that provide a dual solution
7 August 2023
The industry is migrating from mercury-based UV curing to LED UV curing, and dual curing inks have been developed to help printers make the transition.
FlexoTech Awards – judging is complete!
27 July 2023
The runners and riders have been assessed, with some brilliant work making its way to the 2023 FlexoTech Awards winners' enclosure.