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Lombardi 'Enters the Printdom' at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Piotr Wnuk — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 02:09:53 +0000

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FIMI acquires Landa Digital Printing

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 22:11:27 +0000

FIMI, Israel's largest private equity fund, has acquired full ownership of Landa Digital Printing and appointed Richard Klapholz as active chairman alongside a newly installed board to lead the company's next stage of growth.

The acquisition provides LDP with stability and a disciplined operating approach to execute its plan of strengthening product performance in the field, ensuring reliable service and supply, and re-energizing its go-to-market with a sharp customer focus.

'This is a defining milestone for LDP,' commented Gil Oron, CEO of Landa Digital Printing. 'With FIMI's ownership we have the stability, focus and disciplined operating approach to execute our plan: strengthening product performance in the field, ensuring reliable service and supply, and re-energizing our go-to-market with a sharp customer focus. Our teams are already moving, and our priorities are clear.'

Richard Klapholz, active chairman of LDP, stated: 'We are excited and are here to build a strong, enduring industrial company. Our approach is pragmatic and long-term: focused investments, operational excellence and steady, measurable progress. The printing industry needs LDP's breakthrough technology; our mission is to realize its great potential.'

The company's priorities are underpinned by enhanced product performance, high service availability and supply resilience. With FIMI's backing, LDP is positioned to strengthen its operational infrastructure and global reach, and to accelerate product innovation and profitability.

Benny Landa, the company's founder, welcomed and expressed his support for the acquisition by FIMI, noting that he is pleased the company he founded and the technology he invented will continue to grow.

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HP Indigo V12 purchased by German converter Labelisten

Selah Zighelboim — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:53:21 +0000

Labelisten purchased an HP Indigo V12 at Labelexpo Europe 2025. This will be the third HP Indigo V12 in Germany, and the installation is planned for April 2026 at its production site in Pfaffenreuth near Marktredwitz.

Many of Labelisten's customers are growing and increasingly requesting larger print runs without wanting to sacrifice flexibility and variety. This is where the HP Indigo V12 comes into play.

Founder of Labelisten, Frank Plechschmidt, said: ‘The additional capacity allows larger productions and recurring orders to be handled much more efficiently. The higher speed frees up capacity, reduces bottlenecks in day-to-day business, and increases the scope for time-critical orders.’ Additionally, the new machine will enable express production in higher quantities, improving planning reliability and delivery speed.

Plechschmidt continued: ‘Our customers are growing, and we are growing with them. The HP Indigo V12 gives us the speed we need for large print runs without losing our strength in small jobs. It is precisely this combination that makes us attractive and future-proof as a manufacturer.’

The additional machine secures capacity at an early stage, so that both existing customers and new projects can be served reliably, Plechschmidt said.

The HP Indigo V12 prints at up to 120 m/min, around three to 10 times faster than the fastest machines currently used by Labelisten. The technology is based on the advanced LEPx process and enables high resolution and stable color quality even with complex sorting.

The machine operates with 12 color stations, enabling it to accurately cover both multi-color series and special colors while keeping register accuracy constant, even at high speeds. This is crucial for demanding layouts and multi-layer label series.

The additional performance allows larger production runs and recurring series to be handled much more efficiently without compromising the print image. The higher speed frees up capacity, reduces bottlenecks in day-to-day business, and expands the scope for time-critical jobs.

An unwinder and rewinder system from A B Graphic is integrated for web guidance in conjunction with the HP Indigo V12. The technology is tailored to the machine and enables non-stop operation at full speed. It ensures constant web tension, reduces start-up losses, and minimizes material waste during roll changes. This allows the HP Indigo V12 to deliver its maximum output of up to 120 m/min without interruption and further reduce production stoppages.

The existing machinery will remain fully operational and will be supplemented by the HP Indigo V12. This will give the site in the Fichtelgebirge a significant boost in performance without changing the existing production concept.

Labelisten will continue to focus on individual varieties, short coordination channels, digital processes and no minimum print runs, but with significantly more flexibility in terms of speed and quantity in the future.

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Mizsepack invests in GM LC350 die-cutter at Labelexpo

Selah Zighelboim — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:03:00 +0000

Mizsepack, a Hungarian supplier of packaging products, has invested in the Grafisk Maskinfabrik (GM) LC350 laser die-cutter to reduce delivery times, handle frequent job changes more efficiently and eliminate the costs and delays of traditional die plates.

Conventional converting meant long setups, multiple shifts and waiting days for plates, challenges that made it difficult to keep pace with customer demand.

Lívia Fuchs and Béla Csuthi, owners of Mizsepack, said: 'Our vision was clear: to complete label printing and finishing within the same shift, operated by the same person running the AccurioLabel 400.'

With the LC350 laser die-cutter, the company can now finish labels digitally without plates, switch seamlessly between jobs and sizes, and deliver to customers more quickly. This technology offers the company greater flexibility, independence and efficiency, while maintaining quality.

'It’s inspiring to see how Mizsepack is embracing digital finishing to transform their business. The LC350 gives them the speed, flexibility and independence they need to stay ahead in today’s fast-moving label market. We’re proud to support their journey,' said Jos Kabouw, global sales manager, GM.

The GM LC350 was sold by Sándor Faragó, production printing sales manager, through Konica Minolta Business Solutions Hungary.

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PPC Flex installs HP Indigo 200K Digital Press

Selah Zighelboim — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:25:56 +0000

PPC Flexible Packaging has installed a new HP Indigo 200K Digital Press at its Wisconsin facility. The addition expands PPC's fleet of HP Indigo presses, which also include the 6K and 25K.

The new HP Indigo 200K press will be dedicated to nutraceutical and better-for-you applications, including flow wrap for stick packs, multipacks and private label offerings. Supported by PPC's inventory of laminated films, the press enables rapid turnaround times of 5 to 21 days for short-run, quick-turn and custom packaging orders, helping brands stay competitive in fast-paced markets.

Beyond speed, the HP Indigo 200K delivers 1.5 times the output of previous-generation systems, accelerating time-to-market while optimizing cost efficiency. PPC customers benefit from an easy pathway to scale, with options ranging from prototyping and short-run digital printing to high-volume flexographic production, encompassing volumes from 1 unit to 100 million units.

George Rose, executive vice president and general manager, PPC Flex, said: 'PPC is committed to delivering the highest quality and utilizing the best equipment, leveraging emerging technology for the benefit of our customers. We have been utilizing HP digital print technology for years and have now expanded our digital print capacity with the addition of the HP Indigo 200K press at our Wisconsin facility. The new machine allows us to respond even faster to our customers' demands, bringing products from concept to shelf in as little as days to three weeks. This is another example of how One PPC delivers purposeful, powerful packaging solutions that meet the evolving needs of our markets.'

The new press also strengthens PPC's strategic technology collaborations.

Justin Green, director of flexible packaging, North America, HP, said: 'We are excited to see PPC Flex harness the advanced capabilities of the HP Indigo 200K Digital Press. At HP, we believe innovation drives market leadership, and PPC's adoption of our latest technology exemplifies its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. This press not only enhances productivity and quality but also provides the agility needed to meet the dynamic demands of the nutraceutical market.'

Additionally, PPC is integrating Digimarc digital watermarking technology into its nutraceutical packaging portfolio. By embedding imperceptible digital codes into packaging, Digimarc provides anti-counterfeiting protection, enhances supply-chain traceability and empowers consumers with instant product information.

Riley McCormack, CEO of Digimarc, said: 'Offering the option to add digital watermarks from Digimarc to packaging enables brand inspectors and consumers to validate products quickly and easily, which helps protect brands — and their customers — from the costs and risks of counterfeit products. By working with PPC, we are providing nutraceutical brands with smart, connected packaging that is affordable, combats real-world threats, offers fast turnarounds and delivers the security they demand.'

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Epson unveils circular leasing program covering entire portfolio

Selah Zighelboim — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:25:58 +0000

Epson has unveiled a new business model designed to make its technology more accessible for large corporate and public sector organizations, while advancing its sustainability commitments. In partnership with BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, a European equipment financing company, Epson will introduce a comprehensive leasing program covering its entire product portfolio.

'This is a significant strategic milestone for Epson and will help us better support large-scale customer requirements through a more competitive proposition,' said Rob Clark, COO, Epson Europe. 'The solution means our customers can access the latest Epson technology without the burden of up-front investment.'

The leasing program spans Epson’s full range of technology, from business printing and scanning to projection, retail technologies, industrial print and robotics, including its latest collaborative robots. Customers will also benefit from support delivered through Epson’s partners providing fleet management, maintenance and servicing, enhanced by Epson’s open API to enable integration with partners’ management platforms.

Epson retains product ownership at the end of the lease, ensuring all equipment is returned for refurbishment, reuse or recycling. This closed-loop approach is central to Epson’s corporate vision and helps prevent products from entering secondary 'gray' markets or being disposed of inappropriately.

'We already manage our own innovation and manufacturing facilities,' said Richard Wells, head of market development, Epson Europe. 'Retaining control of products at the end of their life means we can extend resource use, reduce waste and further minimize environmental impact.'

From a financing perspective, leasing offers customers predictable costs, improved cash flow and greater flexibility.

Pascale Favre, managing director of the technology and lifecycle solutions business line at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, added: 'We’re delighted to partner with Epson on this innovative program. Leasing not only makes Epson’s cutting-edge technology more accessible; it also helps organizations manage risk and align with more sustainable business practices. Together, we’re enabling smarter, more responsible financing models for the future.'

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Mark Andy unveils high-speed digital press and showcases innovation at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Piotr Wnuk — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:50:15 +0000

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HP sets vision for the future of labels and packaging at Labelexpo Europe

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Nordvalls installs second HP Indigo V12 Digital Press

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 22:01:08 +0000

Nordvalls Etikett, one of Scandinavia’s leading label converters, has deepened its commitment to digital transformation with the installation of a second HP Indigo V12 digital press in Sweden.

Deployed less than two years after the first, this follow-up reflects Nordvalls’ strong confidence in the HP Indigo V12 as a catalyst for profitable growth and its central role in the ‘Nordvalls 2.0’ strategy, a bold program focused on modernizing production.

The HP Indigo V12 is an end-to-end technology that helps Nordvalls build a digitally enabled supply chain, allowing brand customers to deliver faster, more personalized campaigns that boost relevance in competitive markets.

Founded in 1907, Nordvalls has evolved from a traditional label printing house into one of Sweden’s most respected label converters, serving key sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. With a reputation for quality and innovation, the company has consistently invested in technology to meet the evolving demands of its customers.

For Nordvalls, the HP Indigo V12 fills a vital production gap between short-run digital print jobs handled by the HP Indigo 6K digital press and high-volume analog work. With Indigo’s LEPx technology, enabling on-demand, nonstop performance, as well as speeds of up to 120m/min, the HP Indigo V12 allows Nordvalls to consolidate production from several legacy presses while increasing throughput and providing gold standard digital print quality.

This move is also shaping a modern production environment built around automation, end-to-end workflows, and operational simplicity. By removing the complexity of analog processes, Nordvalls has created a workspace that is both efficient and appealing, especially for a new generation of operators who value digital agility. This has made recruitment and training faster and more effective, which is especially valuable as Nordvalls continues to grow and expand its headcount.

The second HP Indigo V12 is a cornerstone of Nordvalls’ newly expanded production facility, purpose-built to house the two digital presses. Designed to maximize operational workflow and digital output, the site reflects Nordvalls’ intent to make high-volume digital printing the foundation of its next growth phase.

‘The HP Indigo V12 has fundamentally changed how we operate,’ said Patrik Jenemark, CEO of Nordvalls. ‘It’s a great complement to traditional flexo, it has improved our operational efficiency. We’ve reduced setup times, minimized waste, and improved responsiveness across our production floor. The press has given us the flexibility to scale smarter, with fewer machines and greater output. Its impact on our business is positive, and investing in a second HP Indigo V12 was a natural progression in our digital transformation journey.’

Operational excellence sits at the heart of Nordvalls 2.0 strategy. By leveraging flexibility across analog and digital print technologies, the company has gained efficiency and unlocked new levels of application flexibility.

A recent migration of a popular Swedish food brand’s labels from flexo to the HP Indigo V12 has illustrated the press’ ability to deliver color consistency across SKUs and meet complex run requirements with precision.

Nordvalls is also capitalizing on the HP Indigo V12’s fast time-to-market to make ‘order-to-print’ processes faster, smarter, and more responsive to demand fluctuations, which has been critical to attracting new business and deliver on its growth ambitions.

The sustainability benefits have been equally compelling. The HP Indigo V12’s fast changeovers and streamlined setup processes translate directly into reduced substrate waste and efficient inventory management across print runs. Consolidating production on fewer presses has enabled a leaner, more agile model that increases output while lowering environmental impact to deliver against the company’s broader environmental and sustainability goals.

‘Nordvalls is a powerful example of what nonstop digital printing looks like in action,’ said Noam Zilbershtain, vice president and general manager of HP Indigo. ‘With the installation of a second HP Indigo V12, they’re not just adding capacity, they’re unlocking a new level of production agility and responsiveness. This is digital transformation at its core - rethinking the entire production model to grow the business, serve customers faster, and stay ahead in a competitive market.’

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