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INX prepares for PRINTING United with Complete Inkjet solutions and sustainable Packaging inks

INX International will focus on three segments at the upcoming PRINTING United Expo in Atlanta.

KODAK FLEXCEL NX Technology Powers Creative Graphics to Continued Business Growth and Flexo Success

One of South Asia’s largest manufacturers of digital flexographic plates, Creative Graphics is investing in its fifth FLEXCEL NX System from Miraclon.

HYBRID Software’s PACKZ Version 9 Becomes Only All-in-One Packaging Editor

HYBRID Software, developer of innovative productivity tools for labels and package printing, has released Version 9 of its PACKZ native PDF editor with significant enhancements in design automation

Apex International Fuels Global Growth with Major Expansion of Headquarters and Production Facilities

Apex International, global leader in Anilox, Glue Set, and Print Solution technology, is excited to announce the acquisition of the building next door to its headquarters in Hapert, Netherlands. 

Conductive Science Chooses Vetaphone Corona

Conductive Science Inc (CSI), the specialist one-stop-shop for flexible coated products and services is in the process of installing its third Vetaphone corona treater 

How Flexographic Printing Can Unlock New Packaging Potential

It’s a challenging business climate right now, and the world of packaging is no exception.

Converting to Printed/Flexible Electronics

Asked to picture an “electronic circuit,” what comes to mind?

The Path to Sustainable Growth

How to grow your packaging production sustainably: The advantages for you and your customers working for you.

How a Full Lineup of Coatings Can Transform Packaging

Coatings Enhance Packaging, Enable Sustainability, Engage the Senses, Increase Functionality, Create Impact

Schattdecor upgrades with innovative inspection and web monitoring systems from BST

Schattdecor, a family-owned international manufacturer of surface decors, has responded to the increased quality demands of global markets

Global Leader in Quality Assurance Systems and Web Guide Systems

BST North America is a global leader in providing technically advanced web guide systems to customers worldwide.

The Versatility of UV Curing

UV curing is a versatile technology that enables inks, coatings, adhesives and extrusions to be set inline, in a small footprint and at high speed while also producing performance properties superior

Abbey Labels Ramps Up Capacity with Duo of Xeikon CX300 Label Presses

Operating at the forefront of technological development is nothing new to Abbey Labels, a company that has always offered customers the latest in digital label printing innovation

A More Strategic and Inclusive AIMCAL

During my time as executive director, the team and I identified some areas that required attention.

The Pros and Cons of Flexo vs. Gravure Printing

Packaging is important in today’s world, as customers expect a certain experience when a product is shipped to their doorstep.

Thinking Inside and Outside the Coating Box

Packaging has evolved over the years to meet the demands of fast-moving consumer goods retailing, facing many masters and being answerable to all.

Green Bay Innovation Group Announces The Printing Showcase

Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG) /5P has announced an event, The Printing Showcase, planned for September 27 at The Stadium View Bar and Conference Center in Green Bay, WI.

AIMCAL Activities

WISE Program Accepts Applications

500-Plus Conversions to Flexo ECG with KODAK FLEXCEL NX Plates Win Lorytex the First-Ever Platinum Flexo Innovation Award

In 2019 Montevideo-based Lorytex won a Gold Award at the inaugural Global Flexo Innovation Awards, sponsored by Miraclon.

ONECode - A new simplified range of solvent-based inks and coatings for European Flexible Packaging converters

Flint Group Packaging Inks, one of the largest ink and coatings suppliers to the global print and packaging industry

Water-Based Flexographic Printing Steps Up to the Sustainability Challenge

The recent Leaders Summit on Climate, hosted by U.S. President Biden, demonstrates the growing commitment leaders of many countries have to addressing the climate crisis by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) among other initiatives.

Sun Chemical Adds Two More Printing Processes to Online Troubleshooting Guide

Sun Chemical has further enhanced its online troubleshooting guide by adding potential solutions to common pressroom challenges in coldset and metal package printing processes.

Flint Group’s New Thermal nyloflex® XAH Digital Plate Increasing Productivity

The nyloflex® XAH Digital, a hard round top dot plate with a smooth surface, is the latest addition to Flint Group’s line of nyloflex thermal printing plates.

SOMA, MARVACO AND FLINT GROUP Join Forces to Master Expanded Gamut Printing Technology

Compared to traditional gravure and digital, expanded gamut printing makes flexo more competitive by increasing quality and productivity. 

Emsur Russia Eximpack Increases Printing Capacity

The St. Petersburg facility invested in a new line of gravure printing and a Combi laminator.

W&H Posts Strong Press Sales

The company says the printing division, which includes both flexo and gravure units, saw strong growth in 2017

Uflex Announces Glitter Gravure Cylinder

The company says it has eliminated some of the difficulties of gravure printing with glitter ink through the newly developed cylinder

Troika Systems Celebrates 21 Years in Business

The company has spent 21 years developing and selling quality control analysis management systems to a number of segments of the industry

Uflex Reports Gravure Cell Optimization

Company says it has achieved low-ink GSM by modifying and optimizing rotogravure cell structures

BOBST Open House Celebrates Gravure

The company demonstrated its range of gravure presses, including the RS 6003C HS, along with other equipment and offered an update on services

Sun Chemical HD Plates

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