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Color-Logic updates user manuals
Color-Logic has updated the user manuals provided to printers and graphic designer customers. The update provides licensed users with detailed video instructions for quickly producing Color-Logic metallic print files and embellishments. As a result, Color-Logic manuals now support 133 languages using Google Translate, enabling any level of graphic designer to utilize the many Color-Logic metallic color palettes and embellishments for each of the metallic colors.
Mutoh introduces XpertJet C641SR Pro Printer/Cutter
Mutoh Europe nv, the EMEA headquarters for Mutoh Industries LTD., Japan, introduces its first-ever integrated print and cut device, the XpertJet C641SR Pro, a 24" (630 mm) wide model. The XPJ C641SR Pro offers precise contour-cut and through-cut functionality and integrates a Mutoh AccuFine 1600 nozzle print head, enhancing both print quality and productivity. The new model is ideal for desktop use, but can also be equipped with a stand on caster wheels and an automatic roll-up device for added versatility.
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Drewsen Spezialpapiere at Fachpack 2024
Drewsen Spezialpapiere will once again be exhibiting at this year's Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg (Hall 3A | Stand 404) as an innovative supplier and development partner for sustainable paper solutions. With a strong commitment to environmentally friendly and high-quality packaging, Drewsen Spezialpapiere is sending a strong signal for the future of the packaging industry.
Heidelberg and Gallus announce new matte finishing technology for digital inkjet
Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), is poised to transform the narrow-web print landscape with its latest research breakthrough: Gallus MatteJet technology. Announced at Labelexpo Americas 2024, the landmark innovation represents an important advancement in inkjet printing, unlocking a premium matte finish previously unachievable with digital inkjet, bringing the possibilities of inkjet technology to the wine label market for the very first time.
With smartGravure, gravure printing enters the digital age
Sometimes innovation brings incremental benefits. And other times, it can take great leaps forward. With smartGravure, Bobst has achieved a great leap forward for gravure printing. SmartGravure “totally revolutionizes the gravure printing process” from being a highly manual operation to a fully digitalized workflow.
Domino launches new compact monochrome inkjet printer at Labelexpo Americas 2024
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) announces the launch of a new, compact monochrome inkjet printer, the K300, at Labelexpo Americas. Building on the success of Domino’s K600i print bar, the K300 has been developed as a compact, flexible solution for converters looking to add variable data printing capabilities to analogue printing lines.
A wider take on proven automation
MPS is excited to introduce the EF Packaging press, a powerful expansion within their portfolio that’s designed to meet the evolving demands of the market. The MPS EF Packaging press builds on the foundation of the MPS EF narrow web press series known for its high automation level and ease of use in terms of operation. With the introduction of the EF Packaging press, a press that is targeted at flexible packaging and shrink sleeve applications operating at an extended web width of 26” can open new markets and opportunities for label converters that look to venture into different market segments or flexible packaging converters that are looking for a solution for short runs.
Domino to launch 1,200dpi Hybrid Printing Module and Print Inspection System at Labelexpo Americas
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) is pleased to announce the launch of a new 1,200dpi digital print engine for integration into flexographic lines, responding to the growing demand for digital hybrid printing and finishing. Developed to support label converters in delivering high-resolution digital printing, including variable data applications, the N730i Integration Module is based on Domino’s latest Generation 7 platform, delivering up to 1,200dpi print at high speeds.
Hubergroup is Cradle to Cradle certified for the fourth time in a row
The American Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has honoured the global printing ink specialist hubergroup for the fourth time in a row for its pioneering standards in terms of environmental protection, sustainability and social commitment. The Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certification is a comprehensive certification system that aims to make products and materials more sustainable throughout their entire life cycle. The most important criterion for an award is a holistic commitment in the areas of material health, product circularity, renewable energy, water stewardship and social responsibility.
Plasmatreat Iberia is growing
Plasmatreat Iberia S.L., a subsidiary of Plasmatreat GmbH, Germany, is further expanding its presence on the Iberian Peninsula. Existing and new customers can now rely on even closer support for their questions and applications in the field of plasma pretreatment systems. The Plasmatreat Iberia team, which is responsible for the Spanish and Portuguese markets, has welcomed two new members in recent months.
UPM Raflatac's pressure sensitive labels earn first-ever APR Certification for Recyclability on natural HDPE
UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, has recently earned APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition for its clear and white polypropylene (PP) labels with hotmelt, UPM Raflatac SmartCircleTM wash-off adhesive, and general-purpose acrylic adhesives.
Geostick: Second investment in Digital Master All-in-One technology
Geostick Group, a label converter in Europe, has developed a strong partnership with Digital Master over several years. The decision to invest in another All-in-One solution, this time a Digital Master 510, is part of the company’s strategy to explore new applications for existent customers, and to attract new clients, as well as to optimize operations across its facility.
