August 16, 2018,  USA • Two presses for the narrow web industry will be demonstrated by MPS Systems North America: a fully automated EF flexo press in the North American debut of Automation Arena, and the EF Symjet digital/flexo hybrid solution (Stand 911). (more…)

August 15, 2018,  IRELAND • In early June 2018, the international label industry met at the FINAT European Label Forum, the annual conference organized by the international label association. The 2018' edition of the 2 and a half day event welcomed about 250 participants in Dublin. FINAT now published an aftermovie - get a taste of the event now! (more…)

August 15, 2018,  USA • At this year’s Labelexpo Americas (Stand 1529 ), Wink will present its portfolio of die-cutting solutions and “maximum care” services. On display will be the new SmartGap Touch, an adjustable anvil system with digital control. (more…)

August 15, 2018,  USA • Details of Labelexpo America's topical conference and learning programme for this year’s event are published. The two-day program comprises 12 themed conference sessions taking place on 25 and 26 September, the first two days of the three-day show. (more…)

August 14, 2018,  USA • Mark Andy has released new press models, P9E, P7E and P5E to its Performance Series. The new narrow and mid web presses come with an updated ProLED system with air cooling and modular recirculation dryers, both offering sustainability benefits. The P9E will officially unveiled at Labelexpo Americas 2018. (more…)

August 14, 2018,  USA • On display (Stand F6479) will be the company’s AWP family of water-washable flexographic plate solutions featuring Clean Transfer Technology, including its new AWP -DEW plate. According to Asahi with washout speeds 2.5 times faster than previous plates, it is suitable for on-demand platemaking and a more efficient flexographic operation… → read more

August 14, 2018,  USA • Following the launch of the Omet XJet hybrid press at the beginning of 2018, both companies have formed a strategic partnership in North America. This cooperation allows Omet exclusive access for sales of the Durst Tau product line, effective from 1 August; full implementation is expected by Labelexpo Americas 2018. (more…)

August 13, 2018,  USA • Accordingto the company's own information, it has begun a process to sell its flexo packaging division (FPD) for more than USD 400 million. Currently there is no information available about the buyer of the division. (more…)

August 10, 2018,  GERMANY/UK • AstroNova- QuickLabel and TrojanLabel are trademarks of AstroNova - shows new digital color desktop printer for small-to-medium-sized label series in September 2018.  According to the company the introduction of the digital color desktop printer, QuickLabel Kiaro! QL‑120, high-quality label printer, marks the company's expansion… → read more

August 10, 2018,  USA • Quantum Design Inc. of Loves Park, IL announced today the acquisition of CTC International Inc. of West Caldwell, NJ. CTC will join KTI, a converting equipment manufacturer, in the Quantum Design family of products. (more…)