PMEa: Why did you tie up with MPS? GSB: We are one of the first print consumable company in the region to focus on packaging, specifically flexo, and MPS is one of the most innovative press manufacturer in the market. Together we can help our customers identify a potential market in a competitive environment. also …
Matthijsstevens, Area sales manager, MPS
PACKAGINGMEA (PMEa): What advantages can the EF 430 offer over the competition? Matthijsstevens (MS): at MPS we have separated the web transport from the printing part of the machine. This means that both processes do not interfere with each other or influence each other. as a result we have the most stable web tension and …
Meeting the press
An MPS EF 430, the first MPS flexo press installed in the region, was the star of an open house event at Hexxa Flexible Packaging’s facility in Ras al Khaimah An open house event hosted by Ras al Khaimah-based Hexxa Flexible Packaging on 24–25 January gave packaging printers a chance to see the region’s first …
Omet eyes iran and the Middle East
Italian manufacturer also demonstrates hybrid Varyfl ex V4 Offset tehran Italian press manufacturer Omet is aiming to establish a strong presence in Iran, where it claims to have met an encouraging response in the International Iran Print-Pack 2016 expo in Tehran on 25–28 December 2016. Omet was represented at the trade show by its agent …
Esko plans for new labelling laws
Firm prepares advice for fi rms to meet tougher rules belgiumEsko has outlined details of a comprehensive strategy for helping companies to adapt their packaging in the face of new regulatory compliance regulations on nutritional labelling. Philippe Adam, vice-president of global marketing at Esko, said an incoming “wave of new legislation” to educate customers had …
RotoMetrics, Electro Optic merge
Union brings comprehensive rotary tooling range Us RotoMetrics and Electro Optic have merged to create a market-leading precision rotary tooling company. By bringing together two of the strongest brands in the label and printing industry, the deal is intended to offer “the most comprehensive and highest-quality rotary tooling products in the market”. Electro Optic claims …
Edale further automates fl exo printing with AIIR
New system on FL3 and FL5 presses covers inking, print impression, and registration UK Edale has launched its AIIR system to enhance flexo print automation through auto inking, print impression, and camera-controlled liner and cross registration. Edale has teamed up with press control system specialist AVT to integrate its camerabased technology into the Edale range …
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Flint sees hikes ahead
Range of factors alter material price outlook luxembourg Flint Group has revised its material forecasts for 2017 in view of a series of developments at the start of the year that suggest a steeper uptrend than it projected in December. Jan Paul van der Velde, senior vice-president for procurement, IT, and regulatory, said the outlook …
CCl expands into India
Labeller buys stake in Mumbai-based firm dubai CCL Industries Inc has announced that the Dubai-based Pacman-CCL joint venture has signed an agreement to acquire a 70% stake in Mumbai-based Super Label. Super Label focuses on pressure-sensitive labels for large consumer products and healthcare customers with operations in India. Pacman-CCL will invest $3.75m to acquire its …
A&R Carton signs partnership to expand in Pakistan
Swedish firm’s deal with Packages Limited targets packaging made with cardboard pakistan Sweden-based A&R Carton has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Packages Limited of Lahore in Pakistan to establish co-operation in manufacturing, procurement, sales and marketing in Pakistan and neighbouring markets of packaging made out or featuring cardboard. Based in Lund, Sweden, A&R Carton …
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