Domino Printing Sciences has launched a new 1200dpi digital print engine designed for integration into flexographic printing lines, addressing the increasing demand for hybrid printing solutions. The N730i Integration Module, based on Domino’s Generation 7 platform, enables label converters to achieve high-resolution digital printing at high speeds, including variable data applications. Michael …
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Sistrade is focusing on supporting both national and international partners in achieving the European Union’s Green Deal goals, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. To address the current energy crisis, marked by soaring oil and gas prices, the EU is accelerating efforts to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources. The manufacturing sector, which …
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McDonald’s is advancing its efforts to reduce waste and transition to sustainable packaging and toy materials. These initiatives are aimed at supporting environmental protection and long-term business resilience. Key strategies include redesigning packaging, exploring alternative materials, and enhancing recovery opportunities. Recent Achievements By late 2023, McDonald’s had achieved approximately 86.7% of its goal …
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Origin Materials has introduced its CapFormer System, the first commercial-scale manufacturing system for PET caps and closures. The company has also successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test for the system, validating its performance specifications with over 98% manufacturing efficiency. “Today marks a significant milestone for sustainable packaging and recycling,” said Origin Co-CEO and …
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Rebound, a UAE-based subsidiary of Sirius International Holding, has launched a subscription-based recycling platform aimed at enhancing the circular economy. The platform facilitates global connections between buyers, sellers, and partners of recyclable materials, while offering a model that charges 0% commission on trades to boost profitability. The platform, which now supports a wider …
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Felix Schoeller, a global specialty paper manufacturer, is set to open a new competence center in Istanbul in January 2025, expanding its services to Turkey and the Middle East. The center will provide customer service, technical support, and consulting for its premium specialty papers. The announcement was made ahead of the Intermob trade fair …
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UPM Specialty Papers, Henkel, and Koenig & Bauer have collaborated to create a digitally printable, sustainable confectionery pouch. The new ‘doypack’ concept is heat-sealable, recyclable within existing fibre recycling streams, and safe for food contact. The project centers around UPM’s Asendo™ barrier paper, optimized for digital printing on Koenig & Bauer’s RotaJET press. …
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Linx Printing Technologies has unveiled two new inks designed to address the challenges of printing high-quality, readable codes on advanced flexible films. The Linx Black Strong Plastic-Film Ink 1015 and Linx Black Strong Plastic-Film Ink 3415 are tailored to enhance code adhesion on plastic film packaging, catering to a range of formats including flow …
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MPS has introduced its latest innovation, the EF Packaging press, designed to expand the company’s existing EF narrow web press series. Targeting flexible packaging and shrink sleeve markets, this press operates at an extended web width of 26 inches, offering new opportunities for label converters looking to diversify into flexible packaging or short-run applications. …
Amcor has announced the appointment of Peter Konieczny as its Chief Executive Officer. Konieczny has served as Interim CEO since April 2024 and will be nominated for election as a director at the company’s Annual Meeting in November. Graeme Liebelt, Amcor’s Chairman, expressed confidence in Konieczny’s leadership. “Peter has demonstrated exceptional leadership in …
