Packaging

New web-fed vector rotary finishing technology for folding boxes!

Schober Technologies GmbH has recently developed RSM520HD-DIGI-VARICUT, which features a hybrid drive technology for format-independent processing of digitally printed packaging materials and foils. The innovative drive technology combines continuous and vector rotary die cutting and creasing technology in re-registration mode […]

As the selection of available beverages increases, machines and equipment are expected to be more and more flexible. Photo: Melanie Streich

A thirst for innovation

The perspectives for the global beverage industry are excellent, as data provided by British market research institute Euromonitor International and the VDMA Food Processing and Packaging Machinery Association shows. According to this data, 947 billion litres of beverages were consumed globally in 2018. By 2023, the demand is expected to increase even further – by 16.3 percent to over one trillion litres (1,101 billion litres). Melanie Streich shares the growing trends in beverage packaging.

BOBST launches a new gravure press for eco-friendly substrates

BOBST has launched BOBST NOVA RS 5003 gravure press, engineered to deliver superior performance with water- or solvent-based ink printing on a wide variety of flexible packaging materials including the new eco-friendly substrates. The press launch took place at Bobst

Memjet OEMs showcase the future of label and package production

At Labelexpo Asia (December 3 – 6, Shanghai New International Center in Shanghai, China), Memjet OEM partners highlighted solutions that demonstrate the expanding role digital printing plays in the production of labels and packaging. At the event, close to ten

Xeikon opens innovation center in Shanghai

Xeikon continues to develop new and innovative solutions for the label and packaging markets to meet the current challenges in today’s fast moving and evolving world of consumerism. The Shanghai Center will be equipped to house the latest Xeikon equipment

Standard Printers Providers @ Labelexpo Asia – 2019, Shanghai

Standard Printers Providers – Mumbai along with their Principals Taiyo Kikai Ltd., successfully participated at the recently concluded Labelexpo Asia – 2019 in Shanghai-China. Visitors to the show could see live demo of Taiyo’s state-of-the-art Flexo Press STF-340, producing high

Brand Print debuts in India in 2020

The organiser of the Brand Print and Labelexpo Global Series’ of international trade shows, Tarsus Group, has unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio of events targeting the branded print market – Brand Print India 2020. Brand Print India 2020

UFlex launches Asepto Eye

UFlex Limited has launched a cutting-edge packaging solution called ‘Asepto Eye’ for the beverages segment at the GulFood Manufacturing 2019 being held in Dubai from October 29-31, 2019. As the curtains rose on Asepto Eye, the newest offering from Asepto

Innovative food packaging from Smurfit Kappa and Mitsubishi HiTec Paper

As part of its ongoing Better Planet Packaging initiative, Smurfit Kappa has collaborated with Mitsubishi HiTec Paper, to create a new type of innovative and recyclable food-safe packaging. It has also been shortlisted as a finalist in the Swiss Packaging

HP to invest $200 million in water-based print solutions

HP Inc. has announced a significant investment in the next generation of water-based ink solutions, ahead of PRINTING United 2019. The company has committed $200 million over five or more years to develop water-based ink technologies for printing digitally on

Smarter packaging in India

Consumer expectations are becoming increasingly high, and industries across the spectrum are upgrading their products and systems to become smarter, and provide exceptional customer experience. Pyus Tatiya, Manager—Research and Development, Cosmo Films Ltd shares his views on smarter packaging in India.

Pharmaceutical Packaging – high tech for our health

Today, pharmaceutical companies need integrated solutions. Machines provide the foundation for these. An extensive service offer and digital solutions in particular are gaining in importance.

PackPlus 2019 held successfully!

PackPlus 2019 was successfully held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from August 28-31 ,2019, along with PackSol and CartonTech. The exhibitors spanned across three major segments – primary packaging & automation, supply chain & material handling and flexible packaging, converting

2019 Packaging Innovation Awards announced

Award winners represent some of the most innovative packaging breakthroughs in technology, user experience and responsible packaging. Dow announced the winners of the 2019 Packaging Innovation Awards, which recognize the packaging industry’s top achievements in innovative packaging design, materials, technologies

New fossil-free labeling materials from UPM

UPM Raflatac and UPM Biofuels have joined forces to innovate for a future beyond fossils. As a concrete result of this collaboration, UPM Raflatac brings two wood-based renewable labeling materials into the market: UPM Raflatac Forest Film and UPM Raflatac

Xeikon’s new ‘smart label’ solution at Labelexpo 2019

AT Labelexpo 2019, Xeikon presented its latest advancements in labeling technology, a new ‘smart label’ solution developed and created in partnership with UPM Raflatac and Magic Add. The cloud-based application enables track and trace capability for labels; it is designed

Baldwin introduces Ahlbrandt Corona innovations

Ahlbrandt System GmbH – A Baldwin Technology Company, will reveal Coron innovations engineered for plastic film extrusion and converting applications at K 2019 in Dusseldorf, October 16-23, in Baldwin Technology’s booth C53, hall 4, K 2019. The new particle-free Ahlbrandt

Packaging and labeling industry drive speciality papers demand

Worldwide demand for specialty papers surpassed 25,354 tons in 2018, with a veritable proliferation anticipated over the upcoming years. Lowering preference for plastics across diverse end-use verticals, ranging from packaging and labelling to pharmaceuticals, has induced a shift toward viable

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