drupa 2024 received top marks from visitors from all over the world, who left the trade fair with new ideas and clear prospects for the future. Numerous contracts signed and technological innovations inspired the print and packaging industry.
drupa 2024 (May 28-June 7, 2024) in Düsseldorf, the world’s No. 1 trade fair for printing technologies, drew to a successful close on June 7, 2024 after eleven days. It impressively demonstrated the progress of an entire sector and gave proof of the operational excellence of the industry. 1,643 exhibitors from 52 nations presented an outstanding showcase of innovations in the Düsseldorf exhibition halls and thrilled the trade visitors with unforgettable performances. The international share of the visitors was 80%, with attendees coming from 174 countries – a record figure. After Europe, Asia was the most strongly represented region with 22%, followed by America with 12%. Asia as well as Latin America and the MENA region are markets with great growth potential, which was reflected in the significant increase in exhibitors’ presence and order books. Many key players, such as Bobst, Canon, Fujifilm, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, HP, Horizon, Koenig & Bauer, Komori Konica Minolta, Kurz and Landa, reported having signed contracts that significantly exceeded expectations. In some cases, the sales targets set were already achieved in the first few days of the trade fair.
Erhard Wienkamp, Managing Director at Messe Düsseldorf, is highly satisfied with the course of the trade fair. He said, “drupa has underpinned its position as the industry’s leading trade fair and its unique appeal in a remarkable way. The impressive international flair and, above all, the high decision-making competence of the visitors ensured in-depth and well-founded technical discussions at the trade fair stands on the one hand and many direct investment decisions on the other. Our exhibitors told us about large-volume purchase agreements.”
While, Dr Andreas Pleßke, Chairman of the drupa Committee, emphasised the exceptional position and relevance of drupa, “drupa stands for new approaches and new technologies like no other trade fair. It is not only the largest, but also the most important global platform for our industry, because the entire printing and post-press industry meets at the world-leading trade fair. It has been invaluable for generating leads. Nowhere else offers the opportunity to make so many new international contacts from all over the world in such a short space of time in one place.”
Industry decision-makers highly satisfied
Exhibitors praised the high level of decision-making competence of visitors. They, in turn, gave top marks to the range of products and services on offer in the 18 exhibition halls. Around 96% of all visitors confirmed that they had fully achieved the objectives associated with their visit. At over 50%, most of them came from the printing industry, followed by the packaging industry, whose share has increased significantly and which was the focus of many exhibitors as a growth driver. Many well-known brand owners were welcomed at the trade fair stands. In total, 170,000 trade visitors attended drupa 2024.
Digitalisation as a determining factor
Automation took centre stage at this year’s drupa, with a strong focus on AI and smart workflows, including software solutions. It became clear that digital and analogue technologies ideally complement and benefit from each other. Traditional industry leaders presented a wide range of digital solutions, while digital pioneers integrated conventional components into their offerings. Robotics played an important role in the exhibition halls and illustrated the path towards the smart factory.
Transformation and growth
drupa made it abundantly clear that the industry has great potential for the future, even against the backdrop of many challenges, and that the prospects are promising. In the last financial year, the global printing industry achieved a turnover of around EUR 840 billion (source: Smithers) and continues to develop at varying pace worldwide.
“At drupa 2024, we experienced first hand just how relevant and resilient this industry is,” summarises Sabine Geldermann, Director drupa, Portfolio Print Technologies. “The community is determined to set the course for the future together. Exchanging ideas with people from all continents and from all areas of the industry was extremely enriching and inspiring. We were able to welcome around 50 large delegations from various nations, and numerous globally active associations and organisations chose drupa as the ideal setting for their conferences and board meetings. Together we are stronger. Many new strategic alliances concluded at the trade fair reflected the opportunities that are only possible in such a concentrated form at drupa: meeting market players from other countries around the world in person, using core competences as synergy effects, forming networks and driving the market forward together.”
Sustainable technologies in focus
Technology is the key to achieving sustainability goals – exhibitors at drupa illustrated this with numerous practice-orientated developments and concrete solutions. Top priority is given to resource efficiency and the path to a functioning circular economy. In addition, Touchpoint Sustainability from the VDMA, the German Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers’ Association, showcased current state of the art innovations, presented best-practice use cases and gave a far-reaching outlook into the future of a sustainable printing industry.
Valuable knowledge transfer
The extensive supporting programme with its five high-calibre special forums drupa cube, drupa next age (dna) and the Touchpoints Packaging, Textile and Sustainability was very well received. In times of constant change and the resulting new business models, they ensured an intensive transfer of knowledge and provided important guidance. Together with its partners, drupa focused on impressive industry expertise and the future topics of its target groups. Guided tours on various key topics rounded off the trade fair experience.
Major deals sealed at the show
Here is a roundup of some of the major equipment sales deals inked during the drupa fortnight.
Launched at this year’s drupa, Canon’s ProStream 2133 already has a buyer in Mclays & MiPost, the first UK company to invest in the new digital press. The company provides a diverse range of print, digital and mail services to a wide variety of customers across public and private sectors. CMYKhub, the largest wholesale printer in Australia, has made its first investment in inkjet production equipment by signing for two Canon varioPRINT!iX3200 cutsheet presses at drupa.
Single-pass printing is up and coming and the much-anticipated collaboration between Fujifilm and Barber has already born fruit in the first sale of the HS Series single-pass inkjet solution for the sign and display market. Linney, a full-service UK-based marketing agency, has become the first company in the world to invest in the new, ultra-high productivity, single pass HS Series.
Fujifilm also announced that Kunze & Ritter, a German company with a 40-year history in the printing industry, has invested in an additional Revoria PC1120 press for the company’s showroom in Villingen-Schwenningen. The investment was made to help meet increased customer demand for a broader spectrum of colors and high-quality special effects. The company has specifically cited the Revoria PC1120’s pink ink capability as “a real game-changer.” The second Revoria PC1120 joins the unit purchased at the end of last year.
Besides, Eco Flexibles, a sustainability-focused flexible packaging specialist, has invested in its second Fujifilm Jet Press FP790. The second acquisition was driven by the need to increase capacity to meet “unprecedented demand” from customers for work printed on the company’s existing Jet Press FP790. The Northampton-based printing company is the first outside of Japan to install the water-based inkjet digital press.
While, Concord Direct, a Concord, N.H.-based direct marketing agency for the non-profit industry, chose Fujifilm’s 46kUV Inkjet Printbar System to boost its direct mail production. The integrated printing solution for industrial production of labels and packaging, which Fujifilm launched last year, features a drop-on-demand design to streamline workflow with fast, industry leading printing speeds of up to 500 feet per minute.
The big news from HP was that RR Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) announced a strategic collaboration to expand capacity with a commitment to install in excess of 15 new HP Indigo and PageWide Presses, joining RRD’s existing fleet across facilities in North America, China, and Central America.! RRD and HP have worked together for the past 30 years and the expanded capacity will help better support clients’ diverse needs in the packaging, commercial, direct mail, and statement segments.!
HP also announced a multiunit multi-year press deal with All4Labels, as the company seeks to completely digitize its production floors. All4Labels is becoming a growing global player in the packaging converting industry, and boasts a 27-year-long relationship with HP, delivering high-quality sustainable labels. Their significant investment includes several HP Indigo V12 and HP Indigo 200K units and the enhanced version of the HP PageWide Advantage 2200.
Besides, HP Indigo and ePac Flexible Packaging announced a multiyear strategic agreement to convert ePacFlexible Packaging fleet to HP’s Indigo 200K digital press as the company continues its fleet expansion in the digital print market.
To hasten its accelerated analog-to-digital transformation, Shengda Printing Technology installed five new HP Indigo 100K digital presses. With over 100,000 printing jobs currently delivered daily using more than 80 offset and 20 digital presses, Shengda has committed to installing five new HP Indigo 100Ks.
Flyerline Schweiz AG has signed a deal with HP inc., to install a new HP Latex 2700 printer series. With this new printer, Flyerline is expanding its already large fleet of HP digital presses, which include Latex Citex printers and two HP Indigo 100Ks that will be upgraded to HP Indigo 120K Digital Presses.
Miru Systems Inc. Joint Venture, in collaboration with the Philippine Commission on Elections (COMELEC), envisions a fully automated, transparent, and efficient 2025 Midterm Election and to fulfill that vision they are turning to two new HP PageWide Advantage 2200 presses to allow the Constitutional body to deliver powerful productivity across a wide range of media with accelerated speed to market. While, Germany based publishing company Limego, a fully digital company, has become the first beta customer worldwide to install the HP Indigo 120K Digital Press. Having no offset capabilities, the company previously
Fujifilm also announced a new strategic partnership with dealership IGEPA Belux to support the sales of the Acuity Prime range in areas of the Benelux region, bringing the company’s line of wide-format printers to a wider network of print service providers in Belgium and Luxembourg.
Heidelberg announced that it has delivered its latest Speedmaster XL106 generation—which officially launched at drupa 24—to Stephens & George. The eight-color perfecting press is the first of its kind in the UK and the first worldwide running with a maximum speed of 21,000 sheets per hour with conventional inks.
Kodak announced the world’s first sale of the new KODAK MAGNUS Q3600 Titan Platesetter to Lucon, France’s Imprimerie Pollina. The book, magazine, and catalog printer opted for Kodak’s VLF platesetter with Multi-Pallet Loader (MPL) automation.
Indian exhibitors at drupa
This year, many Indian exhibitors showcased their products at the show. These included Acme Rolltech, which highlighted its ATAC 2.0 anilox for the screen type raised effect and its new ACE (advanced channel engravings).
While, Autoprint Machinery showcased a range of its machines, including the newly introduced UV coating machine and its flagship inspection machine, Checkmate 50. The Autoprint Fine Coat 105 drip-off and UV coating machine is an offline two-tower drip-off UV and aqueous coating machine.
Gujarat-based Image Gravures showcased its products, including rotogravure printing rollers, anilox rollers and embossing rollers.
Line O Matic showcased four of their prominent machines — Bolt RB 104, Apex RS165, Spiro B340, and STM 125. Among these, Bolt RB104 is the company’s flagship fully automatic exercise book machine, while Apex RS165 is a folio-size sheeter. The Spiro B340 D is a manual bunch feeding unit, while STM 125 is an automatic reel-to-reel flexo printing machine.
NBG Printographic displayed a range of its flexo, web offset, and cutting solutions, including its Starflexflexo printing machines, which can be used for printing a broad spectrum of applications.
At drupa, Pratham has booked a 188 sq m stand. At drupa, Pratham showcased a robotic tray packaging machine.
TPH Orient unveiled India’s first fully domestically manufactured seven-colour inkjet printing machine. The company also showcased its high-speed automatic folder-gluer.
Cosmo Films’ stall stood out as the center of attraction that drew visitors and industry professionals to experience the new
innovations offered by the brand, especially environmentally conscious businesses, garnering interest for the company’s eco-friendly and recyclable offerings like Cosmo Synthetic Paper and Thermal Lamination Films.“Our success at drupa shows the value we bring to the industry, as the response and interest we received from drupa exceeded our expectations,” said Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First. “This year, we witnessed more participation from the packaging industry across countries. This led to an outstanding number of visitors showing interest in exploring our products and solutions. Overall, it was a great platform to showcase our innovative new products and engage with industry leaders.”
Next show
The next drupa will be held in 2028.
Konica Minolta showcases
the potential in future of print
Konica Minolta’s showcase was a surgical, orchestrated digital evolution of printing technology, featuring pioneering print technology from the brand’s trusted 150-year legacy. Next-generation HS-UV Inkjet Press, the AccurioJet 60000, debuted worldwide at Drupa. This flagship model follows the quality and technology of the AccurioJet KM-1e series. It produces a remarkable 6,000 sheets per hour (sph), offers double-sided printing capabilities in a single pass and ensures versatility.
Other noteworthy mentions were AccurioPress C84hc, which uses high chroma toner to print bright vivid colours consistently. It is the world’s only platform which uses the new high-chroma toner, free of the restrictions imposed by the colour gamut of ordinary CMYK toners. AccurioPress C14000e toner press for high-volume production along with complete post press finishing operation was demonstrated.
Konica Minolta’s Production Print (PP) segment offered a powerful performance. The stage was filled with an impressive array of equipment’s, including the AccurioPress C4070/4080, C84HC, and AccurioPress C14000E for the color spectrum, alongside the AccurioPress 7136 for the mono space. The true brilliance lay in the complete solutions presented with automation. Each machine was demonstrated within the context of a full workflow, where a printed output seamlessly transitioned to finished output, ready to be delivered to customer, be it saddle stitching binding, Finished business cards, post cards, books and many other finishing options
The MGI AlphaJet showcased the advantages of a single-pass, fully automated B1 format printing factory with Spot UV and Foiling in one single pass. This revolutionary system eliminated the need for manual setups across different production lines, saving customers valuable space, energy, and personnel costs. Imagine an entire printing factory condensed into a single, efficient unit – that was the magic of the AlphaJet. Adding depth to MGI’s performance were the 3DW, Evo Octopus, Roll to Roll embellishment and foil.
AccurioLabel 400 & 230 – Colour Label Presses were demonstrated with prints on variety of media. AccurioShine 3600 was presented with ifoil One solution, adding a touch of brilliance with its embellishment capabilities. Their ability to adapt to different materials ensured a perfect harmony between the press and the job at hand. The KM1e section was a hive of activity, buzzing with the excitement of innovation. The models, the KM 1e HD and a newcomer, the KM 60000 B2 UV inkjet press, stole the show. This powerhouse churned out an impressive 3,000 B2 duplex sheets per hour, leaving the crowd in awe during live demonstrations.
The AccurioPro Flux Label Impose option demonstrated seamless working with Konica Minolta’s AccurioLabel presses, offering an all-in-one package for printing that allows print providers to import and impose artworks, manage print jobs, add variable data and print labels in one. Flux Label Impose also facilitates the correct data input for the creation of die tools, its VDP support with intuitive user interface of 320×480 mm.
The exhibition also provided a glimpse into a future dominated by automation and artificial intelligence. Konica Minolta envisions a world where AI takes the helm, ensuring processes are not only faster and more efficient but also smarter. This forward-thinking approach aligns with the principles of Industry 5.0, which emphasises the harmonious integration of human creativity and smart technology.
Additionally, Konica Minolta’s innovations showcased that high-speed, high-quality printing can coexist with eco-conscious practices, setting a benchmark for the industry. This helped them receive an overall positive response especially from Indian visitors & potential customers. Konica Minolta’s drupa success demonstrated a commitment to the entire printing spectrum, solidifying their position as a leader in catering to the diverse needs of the printing industry.
Megabound sold
50 machines @drupa 2024
Bengaluru-headquartered Megabound, a leading manufacturer of complete hard-case solutions for book binding and rigid box making solutions, has been serving the Indian market over the last couple of decades and the company is now swiftly expanding its client base in the overseas markets too. During the drupa 2024, Megabound pulled the attentions of hosts of international buyers with landmark sealing of deals of more than 50 machines.
N Srinivasa Reddy, Director-Marketing, Megabound, informs, “This year, for the first time we marked our significant participation as an exhibitor at drupa. In the earlier editions of the show we just attended for distributing our product catalogues and a bit of company’s promotion. But this year, we had a booth in Hall 14 where showcased eight of our key book binding and rigid box making machines.’
He adds, “At the end of the show we confirmed the sales of more than 50 units of our machines worth around INR 6-crore to buyers from Europe, Africa, America, Middle-East and Asia. When I say Asia, it includes a couple of orders placed by two eminent companies from India. After all, it was exciting to see around 300 trade visitors from India rushed to our booth during the show.”
Those countries wherefrom the buyers of Megabound machines came during drupa 2024 were Greek, Morocco, Romania, Turkey, West Indies, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Algeria, etc. “We are excited about our expansion of client base globally. Penetration to the European market is certainly a big achievement for us. It means our machines have met stringent European standards in terms of designs and operations,” tells Mr Reddy.
He further mentions that Megabound has undergone a series of certifications regarding safety protocols and product designs as per the regulations of EU (European Union). “Achieving all these standardisations is to ensure our products and technologies are strictly followed the European ergonomic and aesthetic preferences, in addition to Indian norms,” he describes.
Reddy is now fully confident to say visitors from Europe and other continents at the global shows like drupa would never underestimate Megabound products and others which are purely ‘Made in India’ but strictly followed global standards. “During drupa 2024, many visitors, should I precisely say buyers of Megabound machines, never expected such products from India,” he emphasises.
Some of the ever demanding binding and packaging Megabound machines which have been successfully sold in the domestic as well as international markets include Automatic Board-to-Board Pasting Machine, Rigid Box V Grooving Machine, Rotary Board Cutter, Semi-Automatic Case Maker (CB-310), Automatic Case Maker Active Dual, Automatic Book & Paper Pasting Machine, Automatic Top Gluing Conveyer, to mention a few.
“Manufacturing our machines into the European standards will eventually position us, our products and India as a country to gain a broader global recognition,” conveys Reddy, adding conclusively, “We are eager for the next drupa, that’s drupa 2028, where Megabound will surely unpack more machines and marvels!”
Kodak unveils innovations
for inkjet and offset at drupa 2024
Kodak unveiled a range of new and innovative solutions for digital and traditional print production at drupa 2024. These included the new KODAK OPTIMAX Pre-coater, which enables efficient inline or offline application of primer to substrates for production inkjet printing. Optimized for use with KODAK OPTIMAX Primers, the OPTIMAX Pre-coater is demonstrated inline with the groundbreaking KODAK PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press at Kodak’s booth. The OPTIMAX Pre-coater enables inkjet printing on virtually any paper and helps printers shift more jobs from offset to inkjet. It minimizes ink consumption and improves drying times, so printers benefit from increased throughput and lower operational costs while reducing reliance on costly inkjet pretreated papers.
From the portfolio of the new KODAK Finishing Solutions, developed and manufactured by Kodak, the PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press was featured inline with roll-to-roll and roll-to-fold solutions. A full-color flyer is folded and trimmed inline. Additionally, posters are cut from printed rolls and stacked in a nearline application. The versatile, fully customizable devices establish Kodak as a full-service provider of integrated webfed finishing solutions for high-speed inkjet workflows.
The new KODAK PROSPER Print Bar, which incorporates KODAK PROSPER Plus or PROSPER S-Series Imprinting Systems, brings superior flexibility and color-to-color registration accuracy to inline or nearline hybrid printing. Using KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology and water-based KODAK EKTACOLOR Inks, the PROSPER Print Bar enables monochrome to CMYK printing with a seamless print width of up to 315 mm with preconfigured solutions, or wider with custom configurations. This innovation can be integrated into offset, flexo and gravure presses as well as postpress and converting lines for high-quality imprinting of custom packaging, security and commercial print applications.
The KODAK PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press, powered by KODAK ULTRASTREAM Continuous Inkjet Technology, prints various high-quality applications live every day during drupa. Using KODACHROME Inks, the press was demonstrated at full production speeds of up to 152 mpm (500 fpm). The PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press is unique in its ability to print its highest resolution at full speed – even for high-ink coverage applications requiring glossy paper. It delivers quality on par with offset and offers flexibility for printing on a wide variety of substrates including uncoated and coated papers, standard offset papers, newsprint and recycled papers.
Offset solutions that improve efficiency, automation and sustainability
The new KODAK SONORA Ultra Process Free Plate is the pinnacle of process free technology, breaking new ground in image contrast (up to 9x stronger than competitors), white light exposure tolerance (5x better) and plate image stability up to 6 weeks when stored in the dark. Today, more than 6,000 customers around the world are using Kodak process free plates. SONORA Ultra is the newest and smartest way to join the process free revolution. The pioneering plate boosts printers’ productivity and flexibility while opening the door to the rich benefits that come with eliminating processing chemistry and plate processing equipment.
While, the new KODAK MAGNUS Q3600 Titan Platesetter is the most versatile CTP system on the market. It offers enhanced automation, productivity, and reliability for 4-up, 8-up, and VLF (max. 1,600 x 2,083 mm) plate imaging. With the multi-pallet loader (MPL) configuration for up to 7,500 plates online and optional W-Speed throughput reaches 52.6 plates per hour (at 1,030 mm plate width along the drum). The innovative VLF CTP solution features more accurate, faster and reliable positioning of the KODAK SQUARESPOT imaging head and a 1/3 smaller footprint than its closest competitor.
Workflow software for smart integration of digital and traditional print
The browser-based KODAK PRINERGY Access 2.0 content management SaaS solution includes new proprietary Intelligent Layout technology which dynamically imposes files accurately and efficiently for any production line. PRINERGY Access puts print buyers in control of file preparation from anywhere and streamlines file submission, preparation, layout and routing of production-ready files. It also includes a feature-rich customer portal with Smart Review as well as Kodak’s industry-leading Preflight+, color management, file management, backup, trapping and routing software.
In today’s “and” era of print, software is the key to the seamless and successful integration of any offset and digital printing technologies. The KODAK PRINERGY Platform provides a single, integrated and future-proof workflow solution that consolidates production across digital and analog printing processes. The PRINERGY Platform is compatible with virtually all third-party software and equipment and connects with the broadest range of digital presses.
Kodak also demonstrated KODAK PRINERGY Business Solutions. The printing industry’s first and only fully integrated and managed business software portfolio including print-specific MIS/ERP, E-commerce and collaboration applications. A flexible and scalable end-to-end solution for organizations of any size, PRINERGY Business Solutions gives customers a single platform to work from and one vendor to work with.
Minosha meets Indian
customers at Ricoh stand, drupa
At drupa 2024, Ricoh showcased their newly launched inkjet and toner-based production printing devices. RICOH Pro Z75 is the world’s first aqueous pigment B2 automatic perfecting sheetfed inkjet digital press.
While, RICOH Pro VC80000 seamlessly automates production workflows, reducing your dependency on individual skill sets and subjective interpretation, setting new standards for quality and productivity. Also on showcase are RICOH Pro C9500 and RICOH Pro C7500 toner-based sheetfed devices.
Visitors also dived into intelligent, integrated software solutions that focus on workflow automation. There are a raft of value adding software solutions, cloud-based and on-premise.
Minosha, distributors of Ricoh in India, was also present at the stand of Ricoh. Atul Thakker, Managing Director – Minosha India Ltd, shared, “Many of our customers from the digital printing and offset segment visited drupa to explore the latest solutions being offered and new technologies.”
The European Digital Press
Association’s 17th EDP Awards Winners
The EDP Association presented its coveted and prestigious EDP Awards to 24 winners for the 17th time since its inception in the presence of numerous guests. The EDP Awards are Europe’s only industry technology competition and are open to all products announced and launched in the previous twelve months.
The EDP Lifetime Achievement Award was presented for the first time this year. It went to Benny Landa as a digital printing pioneer.
Landa closes drupa 2024 with historic adoption of nanography as the solution for mainstream printing
Founder (Landa), Sharon Cohen, CBO (Landa).
Landa Digital Printing announced unprecedented adoption of Nanography at drupa 2024. Representing a seismic shift in how commercial print and packaging businesses see their futures, companies from countries all over the world ordered Landa S11 and Landa S11P Nanographic Printing presses to access B1 digital printing for increased profit and sustainability benefits. Enabling them to move into mainstream digital print for the first time, and to transfer short to medium-run jobs from offset to digital, or simply to enable existing Landa customers to benefit from additional capacity – every business recognized Nanography as a paradigm shift for their business – the critical growth engine for their current and future success.
Gil Oron, CEO, Landa Digital Printing comments, “drupa 2024 has been a phenomenal event for us. The industry recognized that Nanography is a well proven solution, that is changing print for good – and making it a digital one. I think that it was also accepted by everyone that Nanography is allowing our customers to be very successful, and that our B1 digital presses are enabling them to be much more profitable and sustainable – significantly increasing their business growth. We came to Drupa with high expectations as to prospect meetings and potential orders, but we far exceeded those targets.”
“High interest in our new S11 and S11P models – which are based on Landa’s proven platforms and are commercially available now with a high-speed module delivering 11,200 sheets per hour, and with PrintAi module for very high quality – turned to orders at the show,” he added.
At drupa 2024, Landa and Cimpress announced an agreement representing amove by Cimpressinto B1 digital print for the first time – enabling it to access a wide array of run lengths with very high levels of print quality and speed. To support its focus on print mass customization, as well as the diversification and strengthening of its global production operations, Cimpress plans to install four Landa S11P Nanographic Printing Presses straight away, with more Landa presses at a later stage.
The company also confirmed that existing Landa customers
have leveraged Nanography to become very successful, with more than 20% of customers having already ordered a second or even a third press.
Furthermore, only seven months after installation of its first Landa S10P – for which the company move dall business to a new LandaB1 digital print powered direct mail service – WIRTZ Druck GmbH & Co. KG announced its intention to install an additional Landa press, the Landa S11P. Also becoming Landa’s first European demo center, the new Landa press will support Wirtz Druck’s business growth. Excited by its new 11K Speed Module to increase speed to 11,200 sph, the second Landa press will be used to provide additional capacity, personalization, increased agility and flexibility, as well as business diversification.
Gil Oron, concludes:, “With the overwhelming interest and adoption of our Landa S11 and S11P presses,drupa 2024 marks a transformative moment in the printing industry. Benny Landa’s vision of revolutionizing print with Nanographic printing is now a reality – digital printing for mainstream is empowering business worldwide to achieve exceptional levels of sustainability, efficiency, quality, innovation and growth. This tradeshow is not just a milestone for Landa, but a catalyst for the entire industry, heralding a future where digital print capabilities unlock limitless possibilities.”
drupa Prize 2024 awarded
to Daria Vakhrushova
Literary and cultural scientist Daria Vakhrushova was awarded the drupa Prize 2024 for her outstanding thesis. With this award drupa honours and supports outstanding young scientists from the Faculty of Philosophy at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf every year.
