Reifenhäuser introduces world’s first 18 micrometer thin MDO-PE Film

  Reifenhäuser Blown Film has achieved a significant milestone by producing the world’s first 18-micrometer-thick machine direction oriented polyethylene (MDO-PE) film, exceeding previous market standards in mechanical properties, appearance, and processing. Developed on Reifenhäuser EVO blown film lines with LG Chem and BOBST, the film saves about 25% material compared to 25-micron films, making recyclable …

Gallus revolutionizes label printing with Gallus One’s ‘System to Compose’ at drupa 2024

  Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), has introduced its latest offering, Gallus One, at drupa 2024. The highlight of this release is the introduction of the “System to Compose,” a concept aimed at enhancing adaptability and long-term security for printers and converters in the label printing industry.   The Gallus One …

Kodak unveils innovations for inkjet and offset at drupa 2024

    Kodak has introduced new solutions for digital and traditional print production at drupa 2024, aiming to enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability for printers.   Inkjet Innovations   Kodak’s new KODAK OPTIMAX Pre-coater offers efficient primer application for production inkjet printing, compatible with the KODAK PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press. This pre-coater facilitates inkjet printing …

Durst Group showcases “Ready to Print” innovations at drupa 2024

  The Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, is presenting its latest solutions at drupa 2024 under the theme “Ready to Print.” The company is highlighting advancements in large format printing, packaging, labels, and software at Hall 16, Stand A41-1/2.   “We are looking forward to an extremely exciting drupa …

HP and Canva announce partnership to enhance design and printing services

  HP Inc. has announced a strategic multi-year global partnership with Canva, aimed at enhancing design and print services for Canva’s 185 million monthly users. This collaboration will enable seamless design-to-print experiences and localized printing options for a global customer base.   Cliff Obrecht, Canva’s co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, commented on the partnership, stating, …

ALPLA and Re-Purpose partner to boost PET recycling in South Africa

ALPLA Group, a global leader in plastic packaging solutions, and Re-Purpose, a South African company specializing in reverse logistics of post-consumer plastic waste, announced a strategic partnership to strengthen the plastics recycling cycle in South Africa. Focus on Circular Economy and Job Creation This collaboration focuses on advancing sustainable packaging solutions and supporting the feedstock …

Esko unveils next-level flexo platemaking innovation at drupa

  Esko has revealed its latest innovation, the CDI Crystal XPS ‘Quartz Edition’, at drupa, setting new standards in flexographic print quality and offering a genuine alternative to gravure printing.   “This is the pinnacle of flexo platemaking,” said Pascal Thomas, Director of Flexo Business at Esko. “With this new innovation, we are giving printers …

Fujifilm Dimatix unveils new SKYFIRE® SF600 printhead at drupa 2024

  Fujifilm Dimatix, a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printheads, announced the introduction of the Fujifilm Dimatix SKYFIRE® SF600 printhead at drupa 2024, the world’s leading printing trade fair.   High Performance and Versatility for Demanding Applications The SKYFIRE SF600 leverages Fujifilm Dimatix’s proven silicon Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (Si-MEMS) fabrication techniques. This next-generation printhead offers …

EFI unveils groundbreaking inkjet innovations at drupa 2024

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (EFI) has showcased a range of innovative inkjet printing solutions for packaging, display graphics, and textiles at drupa 2024, taking place at Messe Düsseldorf from May 28 to June 7. Positioned in Hall 9, Stand A20-1, EFI presented new technologies that promise to set new industry standards.   Frank Pennisi, …