INNOVATION

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Bio-based inks for the 2030 packaging

The sustainability in packaging is currently the driving force behind an increased market demand. Sustainable packaging (or green packaging) reduces the use of energy and minimises the harmful environmental effects of the materials used in the packaging manufacture. Unlike traditional packaging, green packaging also has a lower carbon footprint, which improves human and ecological sustainability in the long term. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: ITENE

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Abbey Labels optimises finishing capabilities with swathe of ABG equipment

Three new finishing solutions from AB Graphic International have been implemented into the label converting workflow at Abbey Labels, which is based in Suffolk, United Kingdom. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: Abbey Labels

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Avery Dennison and Dow launch breakthrough hotmelt label adhesive to enhance packaging recycling

The solution is approved by Recyclass for recycling in the HDPE colored stream in European markets. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: Avery Dennison

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Ebro Color installs Jet Press 720S with Fujifilm's new FS-1 ink

Early Jet Press investors, Ebro Color, become the first adopter of Fujifilm’s food-safe ink in Europe, as well as investing in the Jet Press 750S High Speed Model. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: Fujifilm

Innovation - Printing and labeling

BOBST joins forces with tesa to provide complete solutions

A close cooperation agreement between BOBST and tesa, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tapes and self-adhesive product solutions, has been announced. The two companies are deepening their relationship to offer joint solutions for high quality flexographic printing and more cohesive support for their customers. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: Bobst

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Smart labels to control the quality of fresh foodstuffs

The post-harvest life of fruit and vegetables is one of the most important aspects in the commercialization of these products, therefore, the control of the ripening speed is essential to maintain the quality attributes ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: ITENE

Innovation - Printing and labeling

UPM Raflatac introduces new paper label solutions enhancing PET and HDPE recycling

UPM Raflatac is expanding its wash-off portfolio with new paper label materials that enhance the recycling of PET and HDPE. The label materials have received European certifications of recyclability from Institut cyclos-HTP for PET and HDPE packaging, and they are part of UPM Raflatac’s SmartCircle™ portfolio. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: UPM Raflatac

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Fujifilm and Henkel collaborate to offer Jet Press FP790 customers production and sustainability benefits

Fujifilm and Henkel announce Partnership Agreement to deliver production benefits for customers of Fujifilm’s upcoming digital inkjet water-based Jet Press FP790 flexible packaging solution. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: Fujifilm

Innovation - Printing and labeling

ArcLED interchangeable UV systems create a path to full LED for Optikett - A GEW customer case study

Optikett began business in 1989 and were one of the first printers in Germany to produce labels using offset printing, as flexographic machines were unable to produce the necessary quality that their customers demanded at that time. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: GEW

Innovation - Printing and labeling

UV Hot Melt Coatings bring sustainable, short-run solutions at Nu-Coat

Nu-Coat specialises in the manufacture and supply of self-adhesive materials to the signage, display and graphics market for a broad variety of applications. ( Read more... )

CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: GEW