Henkel expands major plant in India to boost local adhesive production

  Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited has completed Phase III of its manufacturing facility in Kurkumbh, near Pune. The expanded site, which began operations in 2020, is designed to meet the increasing demand for adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment products in the Indian market.   The new Loctite plant, named after Henkel’s established brand, …

Koenig & Bauer unveils groundbreaking innovation and digitization in Packaging-Print-Converting

  The grandeur of drupa 2024 sets the stage for Koenig & Bauer’s extraordinary showcase, where the company unveils its overarching theme: “MORE.” This powerful mantra signifies more than just a display of technological prowess; it represents a commitment to innovation and advancement, echoing throughout Koenig & Bauer’s expansive 4,000 m² stand. As anticipation mounts, …

Kongsberg PCS showcases enhanced Feeder & Stacker Automation System at drupa 2024

  Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) showcased its latest automation innovation at Drupa, emphasizing its dedication to developing digital solutions that enhance productivity.   The upgraded Kongsberg Feeder & Stacker v1.2 features a larger vacuum plenum plate and new features that reduce setup time and manual adjustments, minimizing downtime and increasing throughput.   Nimil …

Mugler Masterpack adopts Baumer hhs gluing solution for enhanced efficiency

  Mugler Masterpack GmbH, a folding carton manufacturer located in Hohenstein-Ernstthal, near Chemnitz, Germany, is embracing automation and simplification to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness. Ulli Mugler, Managing Partner of Mugler Masterpack GmbH, emphasizes the necessity of automation for increased production efficiency and competitiveness. He states, “We have to automate everything we possibly can, and simplify …

UNIPAKNILE’s Commitment to World-Class Operations Management Transforms Packaging Manufacturing

In a pivotal move for the packaging manufacturing industry, UNIPAKNILE, a member of the INDEVCO Group, is taking significant steps towards world-class operations management (WCOM). This strategic initiative began with a pilot phase in June 2023, focusing on the core WCOM pillar of “Autonomous Management.”   During this phase, one of UNIPAKNILE’s converting machines, the …

BOBST Unveils Latest Innovations to Transform the Packaging Industry

  BOBST, a leading player in the packaging industry, has unveiled its latest innovations aimed at assisting converters and brand owners in embracing the digital transformation of the packaging supply chain. The announcement was made today, with our reporter Ben Daniel on-site to cover the event.   In his statement, Jean-Pascal Bobst, the CEO of …

Bobst boosts digital-age manufacturing on Visionfold and Novafold

Bobst has enhanced its middle-range folder-gluers with the implementation of the Sphere machine interface. Combined with improved ergonomics, both machines take a decisive step into the future of folding-gluing. This evolution allows folding carton converters to further optimize the production workflow and enable efficient data flow between physical equipment and digital solutions.   With regular …

BOBST launches new evolution of EXPERTFOLD 50 l 80 l 110

BOBST has presented the latest iteration of its pioneering folder-gluer for the folding carton market, EXPERTFOLD 50 l 80 l 110. The new evolution of the machine, one of the most popular in the BOBST line-up, is designed to help packaging printers and converters accomplish more in today’s rapid and resource-intensive converting market.   The …

Bobst celebrates 80 years of innovation for folder-gluers

In 1942, Bobst delivered the first folder-gluer, the PCR 382, to clients in Switzerland and France. The company is celebrating a historic eight decades of progress and development.   Pierre Binggeli, Head of Product Line Folder-gluers at Bobst has been with the company for over 20 years and witnessed important evolutions. He said, “We are …