PROPACK, a leading flexible packaging company in the MENA region, has a rich history since its founding in 1960. Despite challenges, including relocating its production facilities due to geopolitical issues, PROPACK has emerged as a market leader, offering innovative packaging solutions across various industries. A key milestone in their success was the implementation …
Esko and BOBST introduce smartGRAVURE for enhanced efficiency in gravure printing
Esko and BOBST have partnered to introduce smartGRAVURE, a digitalized gravure printing solution that significantly reduces downtime and enhances efficiency. The system cuts color matching time in half, minimizes setup-related delays by 70%, and ensures consistent high-quality results. Developed by BOBST in collaboration with Esko, smartGRAVURE integrates Esko’s AVT SpectraLab XF color measurement …
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NDIGITEC will set new standards in flexo printing with the first Esko Crystal Quartz technology in the GCC & Middle East
Dubai, UAE – NDIGITEC, an AI & HI powered company which has pioneered prepress and premedia solutions across the GCC, Middle East and globally, has proudly announced a strategic partnership with Esko, marking a significant advancement in its technological capabilities. Through this partnership, NDIGITEC will become the first in the Middle East and GCC …
IGT appointed as exclusive GEW distributor in Tunisia and Algeria
GEW has expanded its global distributor network with the appointment of Industry General Trading (IGT) as the exclusive distributor for Tunisia and Algeria. The Tunis-based company will manage GEW’s equipment, service, and spare parts in the region, effective immediately. IGT, founded in 2009 by Ahmed Chiheb Eddine Driss, supplies raw materials, accessories, and …
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Study reveals flexography’s carbon footprint advantage over gravure
The Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication (BIGC) has published an independent study revealing substantial carbon footprint reductions when flexographic printing is used instead of gravure. Conducted from October 1 to December 4, 2023, under Professor Lixin Mo’s supervision, the research offers critical insights into sustainable practices within the packaging printing industry. “Flexographic printing …
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UV to UV LED: A Question of ‘When’ not ‘If’ Solutions by AFRA and Zeller+Gmelin to support Narrow Web printers transition from UV to UV LED
A significant leap for the label printing industry in the Middle East, Afra Intl. has partnered with Zeller + Gmelin to make LED curing technology commercially viable, enhancing both quality and performance in flexo label printing. As the exclusive partner of IUV LED systems, AFRA stands at the forefront of innovation, while Zeller …
Reprotronics becomes first prepress bureau to achieve EcoVadis certification, leading in sustainability
Reprotronics LLC has marked a significant achievement, becoming the first prepress bureau to receive EcoVadis certification. Founded in 1993, the company has evolved from a traditional prepress bureau to a digital and automated facility, constantly adapting to the evolving demands of the packaging and label printing sectors. Sebastian Lonth, General Manager of Reprotronics, …
drupa 2028 set for May: Nine-day event announced
The next edition of drupa, the leading global trade fair for printing technology, is scheduled for 9 to 17 May 2028 in Düsseldorf. In line with its four-year cycle, drupa 2028 will be held over nine days, reflecting the evolving needs of the printing and packaging industry. The 2024 edition of drupa highlighted …
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Hybrid Software unveils direct interface for Canon’s LabelStream LS2000
Hybrid Software has announced a new direct interface to Canon’s upcoming LabelStream LS2000 digital label press. The interface will be demonstrated at Labelexpo Americas 2024, taking place from September 10-12 in Rosemont, IL. The latest Version 10 of Hybrid Software’s PACKZ PDF editor for packaging prepress now supports a direct connection to the …
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HEIDELBERG and Gallus launch new MatteJet technology for digital inkjet
Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), has announced a significant advancement in inkjet printing with the introduction of Gallus MatteJet technology at Labelexpo Americas 2024. This new technology offers a fast and cost-effective in-line matte finishing process for digital inkjet printing, a feature previously unavailable in the market. Gallus MatteJet …
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