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HP Indigo 6K+ sets new standard in digital label printing

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Built on the industry-leading HP Indigo 6K Digital Press, the new HP Indigo 6K+ sets the benchmark for versatility in digital label production. Operated by the new SmartControlSystem, it efficiently manages short- to–medium volume label production with intelligent automation and exceptional precision helping to unlock profitable growth for our customers.

The HP Indigo 6K+ introduces innovative advancements in AI-powered tools, automation, scalability, and press robustness. Designed for maximum uptime, the HP Indigo 6K+ features a future-ready platform enabling converters to stay ahead in a rapidly changing marketplace. The new press will be available globally at the end of July 2025.

“As we advance HP Indigo’s vision of Nonstop Digital Printing, we are proud to introduce the new HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press, featuring the groundbreaking SmartControl System for enhanced robustness and nonstop production. This press is designed to help converters confidently say ‘yes’ to any label job today and in the future,” said Noam Zilbershtain, VP & General Manager, HP Indigo. “With intelligent automation, embedded AI, advanced diagnostics, and a proven digital platform at its core, the HP Indigo 6K+ opens up infinite opportunities for growth.”

The HP Indigo 6K+ is equipped with an advanced SmartControl System, which has been designed to improve diagnostics, uptime and press reliability for enhanced robustness. With the new integrated system, converters can produce more jobs per shift while minimizing waste and reducing unplanned maintenance interruptions. A suite of automation and AI-powered tools powers the HP Indigo 6K+ with optimized production efficiency through solutions such as the HP PrintOS Suite, Automatic Alert Agent 2.0 (AAA 2.0), HP Spot Master, and HP Nio. The latest innovations empower operators with real time insights, shorter setup, intuitive troubleshooting, and automated color management. These developments make the HP Indigo 6K+ an ideal solution for converters facing labor shortages or complex onboarding processes. Engineered for converters aiming to elevate operational efficiency and broaden their application portfolio, the new HP Indigo 6K+ delivers unmatched performance for on-demand, short-run, high-mix print jobs. Designed to increase the volume of sellable labels, it delivers unmatched scaling and print accuracy, ensuring consistent, high-quality output across every run. From pressure-sensitive labels to shrink sleeves, in-mold labels (IML), wrap-arounds, laminated tubes, flexible packaging, and folding carton, the press unlocks new opportunities in virtually any label vertical. Featuring seven ink stations and spot colors, the

HP Indigo 6K+ covers up to 97% of the color gamut and the industry’s broadest range of specialty inks—including Silver ElectroInk, Invisible and Fade-Resistant inks, and a comprehensive White ink portfolio—delivering vibrant, high-impact results with every print.

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