Esko and X-Rite Pantone have announced a strategic collaboration to present an integrated ecosystem of automated workflow, color management, and printing solutions at the upcoming Labelexpo event in Brussels, taking place from 11-14 September 2023.
Visitors to the combined booth at Hall 3, Booth #C60 of the Brussels Expo will have the opportunity to witness firsthand how the connected Esko and X-Rite Pantone ecosystem enhances performance and accelerates business growth in the labeling and packaging industry.
Jan De Roeck, Esko Director of Marketing, Industry Relations & Strategy, emphasized the significance of the joint initiative, stating, “Our aim is to showcase how Esko and X-Rite Pantone are empowering the packaging industry to achieve consistent performance from concept to market. Through live demonstrations, expert discussions, and cutting-edge technology displays, we will demonstrate how this end-to-end ecosystem supports digital workflows, ultimately enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and growth opportunities.”
The event will highlight Esko and X-Rite Pantone’s comprehensive range of digital workflow solutions, including AI-based tools, UV-based flexo platemaking, automatic print inspection systems, and the latest Esko software version offering prepress editing and cloud-based workflow automation.
Jon-Michael McCartney, Director Print and Packaging, X-Rite Pantone, underscored the benefits of the collaboration, saying, “The Esko and X-Rite Pantone ecosystem streamlines design, prepress, formulation, and production workflows, resulting in reduced errors and improved reporting.”
As sustainability and digitalization continue to reshape the industry, the partnership between Esko and X-Rite Pantone aims to enable packaging companies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall productivity.
Labelexpo 2023 will offer industry professionals a chance to explore Esko and X-Rite Pantone’s integrated solutions, fostering innovation and efficiency for labelling and packaging supply chains.