CCL Label has announced an expansion of its floatable polyolefin (PO) shrink sleeve line, designed to improve the recycling of PET, HDPE, and PP packaging. The updated product range aims to replace traditional materials like PET-G, PVC, and OPS, which can complicate recycling processes. “We are proud to share our extended range of …
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At the upcoming Fachpack trade fair, Syntegon will present a range of sustainable packaging technologies aimed at helping food manufacturers transition to environmentally friendly processes in line with the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), set to take effect in 2030. From September 24 to 26, visitors to Syntegon’s booth (1-257, Hall …
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Craig Bretherton, Komori’s Product Marketing Manager, talks with Ben Daniel about the revolutionary innovations at Komori, emphasizing the transformative impact of ‘Smart Colour’ and ECG printing. He outlines how these state-of-the-art technologies are reshaping industry standards. Ben Daniel: Craig, can you quickly walk us through Komori’s latest technological innovations, particularly in the print …
SML has introduced the EcoCompact® II, a 2-meter stretch wrap film line with significant technical advancements and a modernized design. Maintaining the compact setup, superior components, and affordability of its predecessor, the EcoCompact® II aims to meet a variety of production needs. The original EcoCompact® debuted at the K 2010 trade fair, offering …
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Hybrid Software has released iC3D Version 10, the latest iteration of its 3D packaging design software. This update brings significant enhancements and critical fixes, demonstrating Hybrid’s commitment to providing advanced 3D solutions for packaging designers and manufacturers. “Our tenth release of iC3D is a testament to our continued innovation on behalf of packaging …
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Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint is introducing new energy management features aimed at boosting sustainability in the metal packaging sector. Starting with all new printing systems at its Stuttgart facility, the company will include hardware for recording energy data and the VisuEnergy X energy management system, designed specifically for print and packaging production. The …
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Epson’s high-performance cushioning material, crafted from recycled copier paper, has secured a WorldStar Global Packaging Award 2024 in the Electronics category, adding to its accolades from the JapanStar and AsiaStar Awards. The recognition, marking Epson’s second WorldStar Award following its initial win in 2007 for large-format inkjet printer ink packaging, was conferred during a …
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ExxonMobil, a prominent international energy company, has collaborated with various partners across the value chain to develop a high-barrier, recyclable MDO-PE//PE laminate solution, addressing the rising demand for sustainable packaging alternatives. The initiative aims to tackle the challenge of enhancing packaging sustainability while maintaining essential barrier properties against oxygen and moisture, crucial for …
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Düsseldorf, June 2024 — At drupa 2024, Asahi Photoproducts made a significant impact with its innovative and sustainable solutions. Packaging MEA’s Ben Daniel spoke with Dieter Niederstadt, Technical Marketing Manager at Asahi Photoproducts, to explore the company’s latest advancements and their reception at the trade fair. Niederstadt highlighted a noticeable shift in the …
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Epson has announced the release of its new 76-inch SureColor SC-F11000 and SC-F11000H industrial dye-sublimation printers at drupa 2024. These printers are designed to meet the high productivity, speed, quality, and reliability demands of textile manufacturers. The new SC-F11000 models build on the success of the SureColor F10000 series introduced in 2020. The …
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