Packaging origination specialist, Creation Reprographics, has weighed in on how FMCG brands and their printers are embracing fixed colour palette printing (FCP) to create more sustainable supply chains, and why it’s such an important signpost for the future of packaging and label printing.

Tarsus Group, organizer of the Labelexpo Global Series, has announced that the Gulf Pack & Print (GPP) exhibition will now take place between 24-26 May 2022 at the World Trade Center in Dubai.

With the installation of a Screen Truepress L350 SAI E, Italian label specialist Neri Labels has enhanced its digital printing possibilities, adding a more competitive and flexible offering for short print runs in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and detergents.

Headquartered in a 9,000 square meters structure in Barueri, next to São Paulo city, Printi, a pioneer in web-to-print technology in Brazil and one of the main online printers specializing in on-demand products in Latin America, has just announced its renewal of the partnership with Durst for the label printing segment through the investment in a second model of the Tau line – in this case, the Tau 330 RSC.

Excitement is building for the return of Labelexpo Europe 2022, the world’s largest event for the label and package printing industry. With over 600 exhibitors already confirmed, many of whom are first-time exhibitors, Brussels Expo will spring into life from the 26th to 29th April to safely showcase the dynamic and diverse marketplace driving innovation across the industry.

With jetscript® GS 1062, the German specialty paper manufacturer Mitsubishi HiTec Paper is now offering a new coated premium inkjet paper as face-stock material for sophisticated, personalized label applications. 

Esko has received a Silver Award at this week’s FIAUK Awards for its print inspection innovation, AVT iCenter, which empowers label converters to easily manage quality and production standards across jobs, printing equipment, shifts and even sites.

Xeikon has announced VariOne, a new variable data generation tool for Xeikon’s X-800 digital front-end. This integrated software innovation can immediately generate and print unique creative designs, based on an image or on vector graphics, in endless complex patterns. Xeikon’s VariOne is a true differentiator and has been developed and designed to add value and benefit brand owners, designers, illustrators, printers, converters, and consumers. VariOne can achieve the highest levels of variable imagery possible today. Demonstrations can be run by appointment and the new VariOne will be commercially available as an option for systems running X-800 version 7.00 or higher.

Lecta strives to innovate with its product portfolio as well as in how it communicates and delivers content to its stakeholders. The new version of its corporate site is a reflection of this with updated content, improved access to its product portfolio and an overall improved customer experience.

Sun Chemical have announced an innovative new range of durable UV varnishes for enhancing the label resistance of HP Indigo digitally printed pressure-sensitive labels for products such as personal care, household, chemical, beverage, and pharma applications.

Industry regulations, company environmental policies, and consumer demands all contribute to the rising need of sustainable label and packaging solutions. Avery Dennison offers a portfolio of papers, films, and liners made from recycled content that can help businesses reach their sustainability targets.

Matrix and liner recycling challenges to be addressed by global CELAB consortium at world’s largest dedicated label and package print exhibition held in April 2022.

Label Congress 2021, organized by Labelexpo Global Series, attracted 743 visitors to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL for the industry’s first in-person conference and exhibition event since the start of the global pandemic.

Kristi Duvall, Vice President of Sales for The BoxMaker, has been selected as a recipient of the 2021 Women in Wide Format Award. One of six women being honored by this year’s program, Kristi is the only winner representing the packaging industry.

Xeikon takes another strategic step forward with the announcement of new areas of innovation. The Xeikon vision has always been to offer printers and converters a clear and viable pathway to digital transformation. With its comprehensive portfolio and raft of new and innovative digital printing solutions, Xeikon is now ready to move to the next level. Printers and converters are searching for solutions that will enable them to achieve business growth, provide the highest quality and offer creative products to meet today’s ever-evolving consumer demand. Online ordering has increased the need for automation, high -quality color controls and faster production speeds. Xeikon’s extensive and innovative digital portfolio, in-depth knowledge of digital technology and long -standing experience working with companies that move to digital has positioned them as the world’s go-to advisor for businesses looking to safeguard the future of their print production and manufacturing operations.

FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Systems Division, today announces its plan to showcase and preview the new FUJIFILM Digital UV Inkjet Label Press LP350 (hereafter LP350) at the Label Congress 2021 event being held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, on September 29th and 30th, booth #71.

HYBRID Software, the global software development company supplying solutions for label and packaging printing, has announced the re-launch of their product website STEPZ. Based on the award-winning PACKZ technology, STEPZ is the entry-level software perfect for digital printers looking to enter the HYBRID Software world.

The Sihl Group is taking the next step on its transformation journey into becoming a modern technology company: On September 1, 2021, Stefan Benito will assume the new position of Vice President Commercial for EMEA and APAC.

Epson today (14th September) announced it will be showcasing its leading SurePress® L-6534VW UV digital label press at Label Congress 2021 from Sept. 29-30 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Chicago. Label Congress 2021 is a new event from the Labelexpo team and has been specifically tailored to the current climate and will give a much-needed chance for the industry to meet in person. Epson will showcase its leading label solution, including its proprietary Epson clear digital varnish ink, in booth #37.

For the second year in a row – before the annual The Congress on November 9 – VIGC (Flemish Innovation Center for Graphic Communication) is organizing a Hackathon on October 25 and 26. This year it will be renamed to the European Graphic Arts Hackathon. Of course with good reason…

Staffordshire-based Performance Print, the independent engineering and consultancy firm which supports customers across the labels and flexible packaging industry, is celebrating a successful first year of operating.