Arden Software has introduced a new design tool within its CAD software, Impact, marking a first in packaging design. The ‘Dynamic Constraints Edition’ brings geometric constraint tools to the industry, allowing designers to capture intent while drawing and enabling quick resizing. Initially introduced to key customers last year, the feature has received positive …
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BW Converting showcased its Hudson-Sharp and Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D) brands, highlighting advancements in pouch manufacturing and e-commerce packaging. The Hudson-Sharp Ares 400 series, featuring Lite, Elite, and Rapid models, was presented as a solution for various pouch manufacturing needs. The Ares 400 Lite is designed for entry-level manufacturers, offering quick changeovers and …
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KHS has introduced a new service solution to address the challenges of filling lightweight cans, ensuring production efficiency while adapting to industry trends toward thinner-walled containers. As beverage manufacturers seek to reduce material usage and environmental impact, can wall thickness has significantly decreased, requiring adjustments in filling technology. “Whereas classic formats could withstand …
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Mark Andy has unveiled the Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 (DSHD HighSpeed 1200), a hybrid inkjet/flexo press designed for high-speed label production. The press offers enhanced speed and flexibility, positioning itself as a key advancement in the narrow web sector. The new model, available in 13-inch and 17-inch web widths (330mm and 430mm), …
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Avery Dennison, in collaboration with Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), has introduced an RFID-enabled solution for the traceability of pre-filled syringes (PFS). The innovation, called BD iDFill™ Individual Prefillable Syringe Identification, integrates RFID tags into the syringe’s rigid needle shield, which allows the product to maintain its original design while gaining a digital identity. …
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Esko Pack Proof has secured the first-ever Fogra55 certification for the Extended Color Gamut (ECG) printing process, ensuring high color accuracy for packaging applications. This new certification joins the software’s existing Fogra39 and Fogra51 accreditations, which guarantee the ability to match ISO12647-7 quality standards. The Pack Proof software is designed to accurately model …
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Asahi Photoproducts showcased its sustainable packaging solutions at the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, where it highlighted its advancements in eco-friendly printing technologies. The company has introduced the AFP-RTM reduced solvent plates, offering a low-cost, low-investment solution for transitioning from traditional solvent-based plate production to more eco-friendly alternatives. This development allows …
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hubergroup has launched its Cold Foil Silver and Cold Foil Gold adhesives, designed for Food Contact Material (FCM) applications. These products cater to packaging manufacturers in sectors such as confectionery, chocolate, tobacco, and hygiene, aiming to meet stringent standards for visual quality, safety, and production efficiency. The new adhesives are formulated with hubergroup’s …
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Koenig & Bauer (US) has announced a new partnership with Rigorous Technology, a robotics and technology company based in Williston, VT, to introduce a custom-built palletizer robot for the corrugated and folding carton markets. This innovation is designed to automate and streamline post-press operations, addressing labor shortages and improving efficiency in palletizing tasks. …
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ACTEGA has launched ACTExact® ShrinkFlex UV Inks, a UV-curable ink series designed for shrink sleeve applications. These inks offer strong adhesion to shrink films and are optimized for high-speed printing, reaching up to 500 fpm on press and over 300 fpm on BOPP labels. The portfolio includes high-opacity whites, line black, and a four-color …
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