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4evergreen's updated guidance on improved collection and sorting introduces new insights for fibre-based packaging
4evergreen is proud to announce the publication of Version 3 of the Guidance on the Improved Collection and Sorting of Fibre-Based Packaging for Recycling. This significant update is the result of great work by their Workstream 3, that involved over 40 industry experts from across the entire fibre-based packaging value chain.
Heidelberg and Canon underscore close cooperation in sheetfed inkjet printing
Following the announcement of a global cooperation agreement in sheetfed inkjet printing between Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and Canon at drupa 2024, members of both companies’ top management met for the official contract signing in the new Home of Print at the Wiesloch-Walldorf site of Heidelberg. This event is confirmation of the collaboration between the two companies and their joint ambition. Heidelberg will sell the new Jetfire 50 B3 inkjet printing system with Prinect connection worldwide and incorporate it into an ecosystem for a hybrid production environment that also includes offset printing solutions. A B2 version – the Jetfire 75 – will also be added to the portfolio in the future.
BW Converting launches e-learning platform for enhanced customer training
BW Converting has launched an e-learning platform aimed at transforming customer training across its entire brand portfolio. Designed to provide flexibility and support operational efficiency, this online resource allows customers to access detailed machine overview courses, enhancing on-site training and enabling easier adaptation to workforce changes.
Schumacher Packaging achieves peak performance with Expertfold 110 from Bobst
Schumacher Packaging produces a wide range of corrugated and solid board packaging for customers all over the industry. The German company uses the e-commerce version of the Bobst Expertfold 110 folder-gluer to produce shipping packaging that covers market requirements across Europe.
Mondi starts up new extrusion line at Štĕtí
Mondi has announced the start-up of its new extrusion line at Mondi Coating Šteti (Czech Republic), marking another milestone in the Group’s commitment to support customers in their transition to sustainable solutions. The extrusion line is part of a wider investment that includes a new production building with state-of-the-art machinery including coating and slitting capabilities. The investment expands the production of FunctionalBarrier Papers and other high quality coated papers, offering paper-based solutions with customised barrier properties.
Schöttner Druck utilizes the strengths of digital printing with the 3,000th Versafire from Heidelberg
Schöttner Offsetdruck GmbH (Schöttner Druck), based in Oberhaching, Bavaria, is a "repeat offender" and has invested in a Versafire digital printing system from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) for the third time. This is also the 3000th Versafire digital printing system delivered by Heidelberg. In addition to the traditional commercial printing business, the family-owned company, which is over 50 years old, focuses on dialog marketing for customers in the pharmaceutical industry.
Cardboard Factory Obenauf: Company transaction completed
Alexander Wietasch took over the Bad Harzburg-based cardboard factory Obenauf as a shareholder at the beginning of October and will now head the company as CEO. Founded in 1886, the company manufactures high-quality products from solid board. The transaction was completed on October 1, 2024, at the same time Wietasch was appointed as CEO. After his technical career, the trained mechatronics engineer and industrial foreman studied Business Law. Before the takeover he headed the Westminster Group as Managing Director. Wietasch grew up in Salzgitter and is returning to his home region after holding various positions in Hong Kong and Berlin. The previous shareholder Tobias Neidhardt will continue to support the company as an advisor.
12th Annual Girls Who Print Day Conference
Girls Who Print, the largest global network of women in the print and graphic communication industry, presented three awards during the online Girls Who Print Day Conference on November 7th. The 2024 Rising Star Award was presented to Kiki Heron, Account Manager, Training and Development Leader at Specialty Print Communications, by Kelly Mallozzi, Principal at Success in Print, who runs the Girls Who Print mentorship program. The award recognizes women who have stepped up and taken the initiative to proactively help the industry, their company, and their colleagues.
Atlantic Zeiser at Trustech 2024
Atlantic Zeiser, a Coesia company and provider of advanced printing and personalization solutions for the card and packaging industries, will showcase the Persosmart Color at Trustech 2024 in Paris from December 3 to 5, 2024. The company will exhibit at Hall 5.2, Booth #B2029, presenting its innovative 4-color drop-on-demand solution designed to set new benchmarks for speed, quality, and sustainability in card personalization.
Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon recognized with German FTA Sustainability Award
The Shine LED Lamp Kit by Miraclon has won the Sustainability Technology Award in the German Flexographic Technical Association (DFTA) Awards during a prestigious event in Cologne, Germany. This is the third industry recognition of Shine LED Lamp Kits, following the unique double FTA Sustainability Excellence and Innovation Award it received in North America in May 2024.
Mondi presents sustainable papers for seamless printing in the office
The annual Big Buyer trade show has established itself in the industry as a fixed meeting point for paper manufacturers as well as wholesalers and retailers. As a global packaging and paper company, Mondi will be exhibiting at stand B32 and showcasing a selection of papers from its premium Color Copy, NAUTILUS®, BIO TOP 3® and IQ brands. The international trade event from 27 to 29 November in Milan is dedicated to products in the stationery, office, party, creativity and toy sectors. Visitors can attend a variety of conferences to learn more about current trends and innovative product developments.
Ranpak announces launch of GrasiKraft™ paper
Ranpak announced the launch of its new GrasiKraft™paper void fill made with grass fibers. Ranpak is, as they claim, the first company in the world to offer grass paper as part of its standard product portfolio for void fill, which joins its innovative suite of products including automated packaging solutions and paper converters that can serve any application required within a box.
