AA Labels Installs Komfi Sagitta Laminator to Improve Reliability and Efficiency
Komfi Sagitta 76Label specialist AA Labels has installed a new Komfi Sagitta 76 laminator supplied by Friedheim International. The machine replaces an ageing Komfi Amiga machine that had become unreliable and was causing production delays.(L-R) Howard…
Viscose Closures Makes Major Flexo Investment
The Swansea-based company will expand its heat-shrink sleeve productionViscose Closures has invested in a Mark Andy Evolution Series E5 flexo press in a significant expansion of its shrink sleeve production.The Evolution will be installed at the end o…
Stora Enso and Novapor to Launch Pilot for Cellulose Foam Packaging
The move aims to replace traditional foams. Credit: Stora Enso.Stora Enso has teamed up with German company Novapor for a pilot project using Papira, a cellulose-based foam packaging material.The initiative seeks to replace traditional foams with a wo…
Xaar Celebrates 35 Years of Inkjet Innovation
Leading global inkjet technology and printhead specialist Xaar, celebrated 35 years of innovation with a special company-wide event, bringing together guests and employees from across the Group.To mark this milestone anniversary, over 150 team members…
Guangdong Initiates Trial Production at Plastic Recycling Facility
Jieyang aims to become a global hub for plastic chemical recycling. Credit: studiocho/Shutterstock.Achemical recycling plant with an annual capacity of 200,000 tons has commenced trial production in Jieyang city within Guangdong province in China.Chin…
eVent Fabrics Launches New Website as Next Phase in Brand Evolution
As eVents PFAS-free laminate offering continues to gain traction, this new site better supports brand direction, growth, and messagingKansas City, Mo. -- With increasing demand for sustainably-minded performance laminates for apparel and footwear, eVe…
BPIF Publishes Its 'Priorities for Print 2025-27'
Mockups DesignBased on a survey of BPIF members, Priorities for Print communicates to policymakers the top 10 ways the industry feels current policy is proving a barrier to growth. Looking ahead to 2027, it calls on the Government – and Parliament mo…
BOBST Imparts Expertise at Indian Pulp & Paper Technical Association (IPPTA) Barrier Paper Course
At the recent IPPTA event held in India, BOBST were proud to join leading international specialists in the industry including Nestle, DOW, Kuraray, MM Board & Paper and Artemyn to present at a course held by IPPTA dedicated to Barrier Coating of P…
Loftware Awarded SAP Spotlight+ Partner Status, Recognized as Leading Labeling Solution
Loftware Awarded SAP Spotlight+ Partner Status, Recognized as Leading Labeling Solution for SAP Customers
Printware Introduces iJetColorFlow 2.0 for All iJetColor Inkjet Envelope Products
PAUL, MINNESOTA – Printware has officially released iJetColorFlow? 2.0 on July 4th, Inkjet Freedom Day, for all its HP inkjet products. This latest Digital Front End (DFE) sets a new industry standard for print quality, job management, and media han…
Portland Company Launches Rotary Packing Machine
Portland Co. Launches Rotary Packing Machine THE PORTLAND CO.The Portland Company, offering the worlds first assemble to order (ATO) packing equipment product line in partnership with Haver & Boecker, offers the Panthera-Packer PVT packer.This pre…
The Digital Wave: Revolutionizing Packaging Operations
IR_STONE/ISTOCK/GETTY IMAGESIn an era where digital innovation is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are at the forefront of this revolution. The digitization of packaging operations is a strategi…
The Digital Evolution of Packaging Machines
DANIEL MEGIAS/ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGESAt a GlancePackaging machines today must offer greater digital integration for greater efficiency, flexibility, safety, and quality.Smart servo drives, controllers, and data-handling components are continually upgr…
The State of Packaging Automation, Today & Tomorrow
LENA_DATSIUK / ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGESAt a GlanceAutomation can solve labor shortages from the packaging line to ecommerce order fulfillment.Packaging automation can increase employee and warehouse safety by reducing risk and improving ergonomics.By u…
Smart Manufacturing's Role in Packaging Sustainability
DMITRII GUZHANIN / ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGESAt a GlanceSmart manufacturing strategies merge automation and sustainable practices to drive resource efficiency.Automation and smart technologies can reduce manufacturing steps and contribute to closed-loop,…
Planning Packaging Equipment Upgrades for Maximum Efficiency
Via: BOB GREENSPAN PHOTOGRAPHYAt a GlanceBefore repairing or replacing equipment, evaluate production goals, technology advances, and workforce capabilities.Use standardized control systems when integrating equipment to ensure current and long-term di…