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starcodegroup expands smart label capabilities with Rotocon

Selah Zighelboim — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:31:02 +0000

Rotocon has confirmed an order from starcodegroup, a Smart-ID manufacturer in Germany, for a Chrome RFP 450S 8-colour sleeve machine with folding option, together with three RDF 540/580 nonstop, high-speed, fully automatic blank labeling machines.

Starcodegroup is a German company that specializes in custom labeling, tracking and Auto-ID systems. With in-house production in Germany, the company offers end-to-end services ranging from smart labels to complete logistics integration. Founded in 2003 and under new ownership since 2015 by Florian Oberndörfer, starcodegroup combines decades of expertise with technology to deliver high-quality, secure and scalable identification products.

The Rotocon RFP Chrome 450S flexo press combines advanced engineering, speed and efficiency in a fully servo-driven system. Each sleeve printing unit, powered by three servo motors, delivers consistently sharp, high-quality results. Designed for versatility, the modular press supports a wide range of automation and performance-enhancing options, including an in-line folding feature that produces folded labels directly during printing.

Engineered for nonstop, high-speed performance, Rotocon’s RDF 540/580 fully automatic blank label technologies deliver maximum productivity and precision. With advanced servo control, automated roll changes and simple web handling, they enable continuous, reliable blank label production with minimal downtime.

'From a production perspective, the investment in Rotocon’s RFP and RDF systems is a decisive step forward for us,' said Andrzej Kawiorski, production manager at starcodegroup. 'The combination of high automation, precision and nonstop performance significantly increases our manufacturing flexibility and reliability. This allows us to meet complex customer requirements with consistently high quality, shorter lead times and maximum process stability – even at growing volumes.'

'At starcodegroup, we continuously develop innovative products in the field of customized identification solutions, from highly specialized labels to RFID technologies and complete ecosystems,' said Oberndörfer, starcodegroup CEO and owner. 'Our collaboration with Rotocon enables us to realize even the most complex ideas with efficiency and reliability. With Rotocon’s printing and finishing equipment, we’re taking another step forward in combining our innovation with their advanced machine technology.

'The best partnerships are built on trust and a shared vision. Working with the Rotocon team is not only technologically rewarding but also personally inspiring. Together, we’re expanding what’s possible in smart label production.'

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Color-Logic partners with Visualis3R

Piotr Wnuk — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 23:26:54 +0000

Color-Logic has partnered with Visualis3R to offer print embellishment visualization software for creative professionals and licensed printers.

Developed by the creator of Color-Logic and Touch7, Visualis3R simulates foils, embossing, varnishes, silver ink, white ink and extra-color effects before production. The software supports Color-Logic files and runs on Mac and Windows.

'Color-Logic has always been committed to simplifying and enhancing the print embellishment process. Now, Visualis3R removes the uncertainty from advanced print effects that our system supports, such as digital and conventional cold foil, and utilization of varnishes or clear coats atop Color-Logic effects. Now, Color-Logic licensees and their clients can preview and perfect their embellishments with total confidence before anything is printed,' explained Mark Geeves, director of sales and marketing at Color-Logic.

Licensed Color-Logic printers and designers can visualize clear inks, varnishes and coatings over Color-Logic special effects, preview hybrid printing with white ink or foil followed by digital CMYK, and simulate ink trapping with silver inks across conventional and digital processes.

'For the first time, Color-Logic is making Visualis3R available to print service providers and graphic designers that do not own the Color-Logic software. This means graphic designers and printers can now enter the world of embellishment and enjoy visualization to save valuable production press time and materials,' added Geeves.

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Daetwyler acquires Cheshire Anilox

Piotr Wnuk — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 22:45:24 +0000

The Daetwyler Group has acquired Cheshire Anilox Technology, adding anilox roller manufacturing to its existing doctor blade and ink production capabilities.

The acquisition complements Daetwyler's portfolio through its Daetwyler Swisstec division, which manufactures doctor blades, and Rotoflex, which develops inks and coatings for flexible packaging and security applications.

'Our in-depth understanding of processes has been the basis of our success for decades. Through the acquisition, we are expanding our technological expertise and thus creating tangible advantages for our customers. This acquisition is an important step in reliably meeting future requirements and actively driving the development of the industry,' explained Ralph Daetwyler, CEO of the Daetwyler Group.

Cheshire will operate as an independent company within the group, retaining its workforce and corporate structure. The company currently serves markets in England and the EU.

'The integration into Daetwyler's global sales structure is an important step for Cheshire. Together, we can open up new markets and expand our expertise with anilox rollers, doctor blades, inks and coatings in a targeted manner,' noted Sonia Arcos, managing director of Cheshire.

The group plans to establish anilox roller production in the US using Cheshire's expertise to serve the American market locally.

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Albagrafica installs third Cartes machine

Selah Zighelboim — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:51:07 +0000

Albagrafica has installed its third Cartes machine dedicated to the production of high-end labels.

This investment strengthens a long-standing partnership and further enhances Albagrafica’s production capacity, with the aim of increasing quality, flexibility and speed of execution in response to a market that is increasingly focused on aesthetic performance and premium finishes.

The new installation is a GT368SSSF_HFSR, configured for highly complex premium production, with equipment designed to enhance special processes and embellishments. It has four screen printing units, two flexo units, one hot-foil stamping unit and semi-rotary die-cutting.

This configuration allows Albagrafica to further expand the range of effects and finishes available, supporting production for sectors where the label is a key element of recognition and positioning, such as wine, sparkling wines, spirits, chocolate and other food products.

High quality, flexibility and speed are the keywords that have distinguished Albagrafica for years. The company produces labels with great attention to detail and artisanal care,
combining technical expertise and aesthetic sensitivity to create communication tools capable of conveying, within just a few centimeters, the identity and value of the product.

From consulting and label concept development to graphic design and full production, Albagrafica works across the entire process with an approach also focused on cost saving.

Founded in 1960 by Armando Bordino, Albagrafica began as a company specializing in pasta packaging cartons and soon shifted to producing labels for wine, sparkling wines, spirits, chocolate and other food products. With decades of experience in the manufacture of gummed paper, it was also the first company in Italy to introduce dry embossing on labels.

In 2006, in response to growing volumes, the company moved to its current facility in Guarene, Cuneo, investing in technologies for offset printing of self-adhesive labels on rolls, increasingly in demand in the market. Today, Albagrafica serves both national and international customers. The company has experienced a generational transition, from Luigi Saglietti to his nephews Matteo and Luca.

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ABG announces German Open House

Piotr Wnuk — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:24:50 +0000

A B Graphic International (ABG) has announced it will host a German Open House event on April 15 and 16, 2026, at its Baesweiler facility to celebrate the unveiling of its newly expanded manufacturing plant and mark 20 years of ABG GmbH.

The expansion has increased the site's footprint from 2,300 square meters to 4,400 square meters, highlighting ABG's long-term dedication to manufacturing excellence in Germany and its support for customers across Europe and beyond. The Baesweiler site is a key manufacturing hub for ABG and is home to a wide range of the company's technologies, including SRI Slitter Rewinder technology, Booklet Machines, the new ABG InkJet range and FleyeVision camera inspection systems.

During the Open House, visitors will be invited to take a guided tour of the recently expanded facility, including its production areas and a dedicated machine demonstration room. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness live machine demonstrations showcasing technology from several ABG manufacturing sites and to speak directly with ABG's technical experts.

The demonstrations will include ABG's InkJet range, a modular single-color print bar engineered for integration across ABG finishing systems, delivering high-resolution variable data, security and functional print applications, along with an exclusive preview of a new product launch scheduled for May 2026.

'The Open House offers an ideal opportunity to not only showcase the expanded facility but also to demonstrate the breadth of ABG's technology portfolio and to celebrate over two decades of successful manufacturing operations in Germany,' commented Matt Burton, global sales director at ABG.

Attendees can choose to attend on either 15 or 16 April, with the same agenda running on both days. To register, visit the company’s website.

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Constandse joins API team

Piotr Wnuk — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:52:12 +0000

API Transfer Technologies has appointed Daniel Constandse as regional general manager, effective January 2026, to strengthen commercial operations across DACH, France and Benelux markets.

Constandse brings extensive industrial leadership experience, having previously served as commercial leader for South-West Europe at Andritz Feed and Biofuel, where he expanded capital equipment and service sales. He also held the position of commercial director at GWS Printing Systems, leading a global sales and service organization, and managing director at manroland sheet-fed South Africa, where he restructured operations to improve market visibility and business performance.

'We are delighted to welcome Daniel to the API Transfer team. His extensive experience and customer-focused approach align strongly with our ambition to lead the market through exceptional value and innovation. I am confident that his vision and leadership will play a key role in developing our regional team and unlocking new opportunities,' commented Kenny Gilmour, managing director of API Transfer Technologies.

In his new role, Constandse will oversee European development for the Aldus Group companies and brands, including API Transfer Technologies, Starfoil Technology and Newfoil Machines. His responsibilities center on three core areas: implementing targeted initiatives to expand market share, enhancing service delivery and building deeper client partnerships, and fostering an agile, performance-oriented culture within the regional team.

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DataLase introduces bottle coating technology

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:29:03 +0000

DataLase has launched a clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles that offers an alternative to traditional labels by eliminating film and paper materials while delivering full label-equivalent functionality through laser imaging with CO2, fiber, or UV lasers.

Designed for integration into high-speed bottling lines with spray-coating units, the coating is suitable for PET, PP and PC bottles and optimized for beverage, personal care and pharmaceutical applications, producing high-opacity white images on clear backgrounds without requiring inks, labels or other consumables during imaging.

The technology offers full label-equivalent functionality, enabling connectivity through QR codes, nutritional information, regulatory content, brand logos and date/lot codes, with every bottle customizable or personalizable instantly without delaying production.

'Brands are under increasing pressure to reduce packaging waste while maintaining the functionality and quality consumers expect. Our label-free coating enables both. By removing inks, films and paper labels entirely, we're not only helping manufacturers cut material use and simplify their operations, but also enabling a level of flexibility and personalization that traditional labeling can't match,' said Ally Grant, CTO at DataLase.

The coating allows manufacturers to reduce SKUs, improve equipment uptime and lower warehousing costs while improving recyclability by generating no paper or plastic label waste. The coating is heat, water, scuff and rub-resistant and formulated to comply with regulations for non-direct food contact packaging.

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Tecnau and Sitma appoint Trickel

Piotr Wnuk — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 23:31:01 +0000

Tecnau and Sitma USA have appointed Ron Trickel as vice president of service, engineering, purchasing and manufacturing, effective January 1, 2026.

Trickel brings experience from a career spanning the U.S. Air Force and multiple roles in the print industry. He joined StorageTek in 1987, advancing through positions in quality engineering and regional service leadership as the company transitioned through ownership by Siemens-Nixdorf Printing Systems, Océ and Canon.

From 2007 onward, Trickel held executive leadership positions within Océ and Canon's Production Print Division, where he managed a nationwide service organization supporting customers. His responsibilities included building strategic partnerships with enterprise clients and guiding the organization's evolution from monochrome toner systems to high-speed color inkjet technology.

'We are thrilled to welcome Ron to the Tecnau and Sitma USA teams,' commented Francis McMahon, president and chief marketing officer. 'His experience and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and deliver exceptional value to our customers.'

In his new role, Trickel will oversee service operations, engineering, purchasing and manufacturing for both Tecnau Inc. and Sitma USA, which provide finishing and packaging equipment for digital print and e-commerce applications.

'I'm excited to join Tecnau and Sitma USA and contribute to its mission of delivering world-class service,' noted Trickel. 'This is an incredible opportunity to build on Tecnau's strong foundation and help shape the future of service and operations for our customers.'

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Dulari Printpack installs Kridwinn's digital finishing machines

Adyasha Sinha — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 07:55:10 +0000

Ludhiana, India-based Dulari Printpack has enhanced its digital label finishing and embellishment capabilities by investing in Kridwinn Innovations' advanced post-press systems. The converter has opted for a Luxarjet UV inkjet varnish and foil system (330 mm) and Vorey VD330 digital label die-cutter, integrated with the PC350 sheet option.

These systems enable the production of labels featuring UV varnish, foiling, embossing and high-precision die-cutting, in both roll and sheet formats. The combined workflow allows Dulari to handle complex embellishment jobs with consistent quality, improved efficiency and faster turnaround times.

The investment supports Dulari’s strategic expansion into the rapidly growing digital label segment, complementing its established expertise in photo albums and commercial digital printing.

With brand owners increasingly seeking differentiation through superior shelf appeal, finishing and embellishment have emerged as key value drivers in label production. In response to this market shift, Dulari Printpack has installed these machines to move beyond conventional label printing and cater to premium and value-added label requirements across diverse industry segments.

Rahul Goyal, director of Dulari Printpack, said: 'The investment is an integral part of the company’s long-term growth strategy in the label business. In today’s competitive environment, printing alone is no longer sufficient. Post-print enhancements play a decisive role in creating differentiation.'

He futher commented: 'The newly installed systems are helping elevate both the visual appeal and perceived value of Dulari’s label offerings.'

The company identified the growing need for advanced embellishments that deliver greater depth, texture and a premium finish. The Kridwinn systems now enable precise and repeatable foiling and UV varnish applications, particularly in roll format, which brand owners increasingly prefer.

The post-press machines from Kridwinn have enabled Dulari to produce high-impact, value-added labels in roll form. These capabilities are particularly relevant for the sectors where short runs, multiple SKUs and premium presentation are critical.

Dinesh Thakur, director of sales and marketing at Kridwinn Innovations, said: 'Dulari’s focus on short runs, high SKU volumes and premium embellishment aligns closely with the design intent of Kridwinn’s Luxarjet UV inkjet varnish and foil systems.'

He further noted: 'Our association with Dulari Printpack is built on shared values of quality, innovation and sustainable long-term growth. Kridwinn’s machines aim to enable converters to transition from commodity label production to brand-driven offerings.

'By integrating digital printing with advanced finishing and embellishment, Dulari Printpack is now better equipped to deliver labels that enhance brand identity and shelf impact rather than competing primarily on price.'

For Kridwinn Innovations, the addition of Dulari Printpack Group to its growing customer base further strengthens its position as a technology partner for converters investing in next-generation digital finishing and embellishment systems.

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