The explosive rise of NC-free
15 April 2025
Nitrocellulose has long been used in the manufacture of some solvent inks for flexo printing. However, concerns over its compatibility with mechanical recycling processes are…
Inks
New Nazdar inks developed for narrow-web printing applications
11 March 2025
Nazdar Ink Technologies are set to launch two new ink series at Labelexpo Mexico 2025
Taking the flexible approach
7 March 2025
There may only be a matter of inches in web width between narrow and mid-web flexo technologies, but the leap it enables from label to…
Siegwerk offers ‘first’ NC-free surface inks for flexible plastic packaging
11 February 2025
In what is claimed to be a first, Siegwerk has introduced a nitrocellulose (NC) free ink series specifically designed for surface printing on polyethylene (PE)…
INX expands natural-based inks range for rigid packaging
6 December 2024
INX International has expanded its INXhrc RC natural-based inks range, with a new UV/LED dual cure low migration formulation for plastic and foam-based packaging.
Illert transitions to UV LED curing with Flint inks
19 November 2024
Illert has transitioned to UV LED curing with Flint Group’s EkoCure Dual Cure ink range, a move which it says has streamlined operations, enhanced output…
Inks for food packaging: navigating a complex field
7 November 2024
The right inks with the right substrates and with adherence to high operational and printing standards – there is much to consider when working in…
Drupa 2024: prepress and software advances trailed
3 June 2024
Technology news from drupa 2024, focusing on flexo plates and platemounting and software.
Poland factory helps Pulse expand European presence
8 January 2024
Ink manufacturer Pulse Roll Label Products has taken over the factory of its long-term production partner Reprograf Grafikus in Poland.
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.
Flint Group launches inks and coatings webshop
22 November 2022
Flint Group Packaging has launched an online workshop to help business owners order inks and coatings easier and quicker.
Siegwerk launches new generation NC inks
24 May 2022
Siegwerk has unveiled a new generation of NC inks for flexible packaging applications.
Siegwerk snaps up La Sorgente Spa
4 May 2022
Siegwerk has reached an agreement to purchase Italian ink manufacturer La Sorgente Spa.
Drug re-classification to affect solvent ink use
17 February 2022
UK Government legislation puts a new licensing requirement on anyone possessing, using or selling fluids containing gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), a chemical used in solvent inks
Step into the light
15 December 2021
In a market where customers are increasingly more concerned about appearing sustainable, UV-LED inks have an advantage over their conventionally cured relatives. However, some printers…