Hybrid Software, a developer of productivity tools for label and package printing, will unveil Version 10 of its PACKZ PDF packaging editor at the drupa trade fair (Hall 7a, Stand D03) starting May 28 in Düsseldorf, Germany. The new version offers improved connectivity with EngView’s Package & Display Designer CAD software, aiming to support …
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Nilpeter, a leader in flexo printing, and automation specialist B&R have jointly developed an innovative vision system designed to reduce waste, improve quality, and minimize labor. This system sets a new benchmark for maintaining color registration accuracy, even with ultra-flexible materials. The vision system, developed through extensive collaboration between Nilpeter and B&R’s research …
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Mondi will present its latest sustainable packaging and paper solutions at drupa 2024, focusing on its PERGRAPHICA®, IQ GRASS+ Packaging, and IQ Board brands. The company will exhibit at the touchpoint packaging (tpp) forum in Hall 3, Stand B31, highlighting sustainable design papers and trends in luxury packaging. Mondi’s premium papers are tailored …
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Tetra Pak has announced its ‘Approach to Nature,’ a comprehensive framework aimed at halting and reversing nature loss while enhancing water security. This initiative is part of the company’s efforts to align with global targets, including those in the Biodiversity Plan, ahead of the United Nations’ International Day of Biodiversity on 22 May. …
Coca-Cola Consolidated has joined forces with Atlantic Packaging to create a closed-loop recycling system for stretch film, converting used film into post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and reliance on virgin materials by reclaiming and repurposing high-quality stretch film used in Coca-Cola Consolidated’s supply chain. Stretch film is …
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The print industry in Germany, employing 110,000 people, is grappling with a significant shortage of skilled labor. Of the 8,700 trainees in the sector, many apprenticeship positions remain unfilled. About 75% of the industry’s 7,000 companies report major challenges due to this shortage. drupa – A Hub for Talent and Innovation “The …
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Pringles® is breaking new ground in the snacking world with the launch of Pringles Mingles, their first bagged snack in over 15 years. This innovative offering not only introduces a puffed format but also showcases a unique packaging approach, marking a significant departure from the iconic Pringles can. Pringles Mingles promises a delightful …
Saudi Arabian-based Al Eqtessad has emphasized its longstanding partnership with HP, highlighting how the collaboration has enabled the company to support print service providers and customers across various industries. Established in 1966 and headquartered in Riyadh, Al Eqtessad operates two core divisions – Machines and Furniture – with print solutions being the primary focus …
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Asahi Photoproducts announced that All4Labels’ site near Hamburg, Germany, has significantly boosted productivity by installing the CrystalCleanConnect automated platemaking system. Developed by Asahi Photoproducts, ESKO, and Kongsberg, the system has replaced the manual process, reducing errors and scheduling problems. “CrystalCleanConnect had answers to all these problems,” said Mirco Wilke, head of prepress, flexo …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has announced preliminary figures for the 2023/2024 financial year, showing stable sales and profitability despite challenging market conditions. The company achieved sales of approximately €2.4 billion and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 7.2 percent, meeting its forecast. Free cash flow, excluding special items, reached around €50 million, marking the …
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