In the wake of remarkable growth and achievements both globally and particularly in the MEA region, the spotlight shines brightly on OMET, a leading name in the realm of Packaging Printing Machines. With the inauguration of their expansive new headquarters spanning an impressive 20,000 square meters, OMET reaffirms its commitment to innovation and excellence. …
UPM Raflatac launches RecyClass-Certified paper label for rigid plastic packaging
UPM Raflatac has introduced the New Wave paper label material, the world’s first RecyClass certified paper label for rigid HDPE and PP containers. This innovative label material is designed to enhance the recyclability of plastic packaging, supporting brand owners in their transition towards increased circularity. “The New Wave Label material for their rigid …
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All4Labels Hamburg enhances productivity with automated platemaking system
Asahi Photoproducts announced that All4Labels’ site near Hamburg, Germany, has significantly boosted productivity by installing the CrystalCleanConnect automated platemaking system. Developed by Asahi Photoproducts, ESKO, and Kongsberg, the system has replaced the manual process, reducing errors and scheduling problems. “CrystalCleanConnect had answers to all these problems,” said Mirco Wilke, head of prepress, flexo …
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Suntory Beverage & Food adopts Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ plates for labels
Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd. has chosen Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ water-washable flexographic plates for printing labels on their 550 ml PET bottles in Japan. This marks the first use of AWP™ plates in the Japanese beverage industry and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 30% compared to the previous process. Asahi …
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New product label supports automated goods receipt at Phoenix Contact
Phoenix Contact has announced the introduction of new product labels aimed at simplifying automated goods receipt and goods issue processes for its customers. The labels, designed to optimize logistics operations, display essential information such as item number, quantity, production date, batch, and country of origin as a 1D bar code and/or a 2D data …
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JOZO and SFA Pioneer NextCycle IML Labels for Sustainable Packaging
In a collaborative effort led by SFA Packaging and JOZO, the introduction of NextCycle IMLTM labels marks a significant stride towards achieving fully recyclable and circular packaging. The packaging evolution, assessed by RecyClass, now holds a B-score, aligning with evolving industry guidelines. JOZO’s saltshaker tubes underwent a remarkable transformation from a multicomponent structure, …
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HowGood and Carrefour Partner to Showcase Climate Impact Labels on Food Products at COP28
HowGood, a sustainability intelligence platform boasting the world’s largest ingredient and product sustainability database, has announced a collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim, the operator of Carrefour in the UAE. The initiative aims to display HowGood’s research-backed impact labels on 2,500 food items across five stores, including a presence at COP28. The partnership also involves …
Epson Unveils Range of SurePress Label Presses and Cloud-Enabled ColorWorks Label Printers at Labelexpo 2023
Epson is set to showcase its latest developments in label printing technology at Labelexpo 2023, including the European debut of the SurePress L-4733AW. This new addition to the SurePress label presses represents a significant upgrade from the previous SurePress 4000 series, offering improved quality, consistency, repeatability, and higher-speed print modes. It …
Xeikon Unveils High-Speed Toner Label Press at Labelexpo Brussels 2023
Brussels, September 13, 2023 – Xeikon, a prominent player in the label printing industry, has introduced its latest innovation, the Xeikon LION LX3000, at the ongoing Labelexpo Europe 2023 in Brussels. This state-of-the-art dry toner press, equipped with the revolutionary Cruise Control System, promises heightened productivity and label quality, setting new industry standards. …
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HERMA Introduces Innovative Label Adhesive 72Gpw for Enhanced PET Recycling at Labelexpo
HERMA, a prominent European packaging and product labeling specialist, is unveiling a significant advancement in PET packaging’s closed material cycle at Labelexpo. The newly developed label adhesive, 72Gpw, enhances the PET recycling process by offering double the initial adhesion of standard wash-off adhesives while maintaining high final adhesion and washability. The …