XSYS launches nyloflex® eco flexo plate series

  XSYS, a global provider of flexographic printing plates and prepress solutions, has introduced the nyloflex® eco series, a new line of printing plates incorporating renewable raw materials. These plates promise a 20% faster processing time, leading to significant time and energy savings.   The nyloflex® eco series features two new plates: the nyloflex® eco …

AV Flexologic sets the stage with its largest stand yet at drupa 2024

  AV Flexologic is set to showcase its largest exhibition stand ever at drupa 2024, offering the flexographic printing industry a platform to explore the latest advancements for prepress departments. Visitors to AV Flexologic’s C10 stand in Hall 10 will encounter innovations aimed at enhancing efficiency in wide web, narrow web, and corrugated flexo printing. …

Henkel unveils sustainable packaging innovations at drupa 2024

  Henkel Adhesive Technologies will present its latest sustainable product innovations at drupa, the leading trade fair for print technologies, from May 28 to June 7. The company will showcase adhesive and coating solutions aimed at enabling circularity and reducing carbon footprints in the packaging industry.   Henkel’s portfolio includes a range of adhesives and …

BOBST showcases innovation for Corrugated Industry at OMÜD event in Istanbul

  BOBST participated in the Members’ Day event organized by OMÜD, the Turkish Corrugated Industry Association, focusing on enhancing end-to-end efficiency with innovative solutions for the corrugated industry.   The event, held on May 9, 2024, at the Sheraton Grand Istanbul Ataşehir, provided a platform for industry professionals to present new products and services, discuss …

Xeikon and Sappi introduce sustainable candy packaging solution

  Xeikon and Sappi have unveiled an innovative, sustainable packaging solution for sweets, featuring the “Maoam Chew Fruit Mix” candy packs. These packs are made with Xeikon’s TITON dry toner technology and printed on Sappi’s Seal Silk 67 g/m2 paper, offering vibrant colors, high image quality, and a smooth surface. Notably, this packaging is fully …

Taghleef launches ultra-low density, high performance and sustainable label film

  Taghleef Industries, a leading producer of top-tier flexible films, has unveiled LMW2, a groundbreaking ultra-low-density wrap designed to elevate label applications with unparalleled performance.   LMW2 boasts several advantages over conventional wrap-around label films. Notably, its ultra-low density translates to significant material savings, offering a cost-effective solution for customers.   Additionally, LMW2’s crafted point …

Windmöller & Hölscher leading the way in sustainability and future innovations

  In an exclusive interview, Packaging MEA had the honour of meeting with Peter Steinbeck, CEO of Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), and Sascha Witt, the company’s Chief Sales Officer. Throughout our conversation, they shared invaluable insights into W&H’s upcoming leadership transition, their strategic expansion across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), and the fundamental importance …

Huhtamaki partners with Tubes Group for Tube Laminate Recycling Project

  Huhtamaki, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has announced its participation in the Tube Recycling Project, led by Tubes Group. This initiative aims to bring about a significant change in the recycling environment for tube laminates, a challenging area in the packaging industry.   Huhtamaki’s blueloop™ tube portfolio demonstrates the company’s strong commitment …

Asahi Photoproducts honored with FTA Sustainability Excellence Award for AFP™-R plates

  The Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) has awarded Asahi Photoproducts with the prestigious Sustainability Excellence Award for its AFP™-R Reduced Solvent CleanPrint flexographic plates. These plates are recognized as a key advancement in the industry’s journey towards Solvent ZERO, the company’s commitment to sustainability by eliminating VOC-based washout platemaking and reducing energy usage and time …

Siegwerk develops fully recyclable mono-PE bag for dry pet food

  Siegwerk, a leading global provider of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has announced the successful development of a fully recyclable mono-PE bag for dry pet food using its CIRKIT functional coatings. Collaborating with printing machine manufacturer Windmöller & Hölscher and bag making and machine producer B&B, the company has produced …