Finishing & embellishment

People

Francisco Soto joins Rotocon

19 June 2025

Soto was appointed director of sales to expand business in the Americas.

Finishing & embellishment

Stratus Packaging installs ABG DigiLite line

17 June 2025

Installed in April 2025, this DigiLite line features a newly integrated Digicon turret rewind.

Labelexpo

Four industry leaders partner for Labelexpo Europe 2025

10 June 2025

The show visitors will experience a live production line spread across four booths.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG invests in next generation through apprenticeship program

05 June 2025

Since 2018, A B Graphic has welcomed 32 apprentices, with numbers increasing year on year.

Finishing & embellishment

Mark Andy and Canflexographics partner with Rotoflex

05 June 2025

Mark Andy and its exclusive Canadian partner expand their offering in Canada with Rotoflex equipment.

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau exhibits at Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025 for the first time

Join Susana Teixeira, Lemorau's CFO and sales manager, as she shares exclusive insights on the region's label printing market dynamics and highlights…

Labelexpo

Jet Technologies brings Omet press and JetiQ brand to Bangkok

Jack Malki, director of Jet Technologies, speaks about the success of the Omet iFlex press in the region and introduces the newly launched JetiQ range…

Sustainability

Eco-friendly paper holograms on the rise

19 May 2025

In an era where sustainability and security are paramount, discover which innovation is transforming the label printing industry.  

Finishing & embellishment

Amberley Labels adds ABG Digicon Series 3

13 May 2025

Enhanced finishing capabilities will support Amberley's expansion across premium market sectors.

Finishing & embellishment

Gayatri Labels invests in New Print Solutions finishing machine

07 May 2025

Dive in to learn why the company chose a digital label-finishing machine when it planned to diversify into digital printing.

Finishing & embellishment

Eclipse Labels adds advanced DigiJet and DigiLase line

07 May 2025

The new finishing line supports Eclipse Labels’ growth into premium sectors such as wine and beverages, nutrition and luxury.

People

Leadership transition at Tecnau Americas

01 May 2025

Francis McMahon has been appointed as new president of Tecnau Americas and the company’s CMO.

Labelexpo

DCM ATN to showcase advanced shrink sleeve technology at Labelexpo

24 April 2025

The company will promote the new DCM Sleeve 6 seaming machine, described as 'the leading seaming machine on the market’.

Finishing & embellishment

ADwise Group installs Hontec label finishing system

21 April 2025

This cutting-edge label converting and finishing system is designed to deliver efficiency and versatility.

Finishing & embellishment

Toppan Digital develops color version of Illumigram hologram

16 April 2025

The company launched the Illumigram in 2022 to combat counterfeit and imitation goods.

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau to exhibit at Labelexpo Southeast Asia for the first time

14 April 2025

Lemorau will showcase two of its most advanced and versatile machines at the show.

Labelexpo

Jet Technologies to showcase Omet and JetiQ at Labelexpo Southeast Asia

10 April 2025

Show visitors will be able to experience live demonstrations of an Omet flexo press and JetiQ finishing equipment.

Digital printing

Shimchock’s Label Service installs Konica Minolta press

09 April 2025

Shimchock’s has invested in the AccurioLabel 230 and a GM DC330 Mini finisher.

Finishing & embellishment

Vital Pack speeds up label growth with new GM finishing line

08 April 2025

Launched at the Labelexpo Americas2024, GM’s DieCut120 High-Speed Single Anvil Die Cutter can run up to 400 ft/min (120 m/min) in semi-rotary.

Finishing & embellishment

Amplify to highlight Cartes digital foil embellishments

08 April 2025

Show visitors will be able to experience the Cartes JDS Digital Foil Embellishment Technology.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG to showcase finishing expertise at Dscoop Edge Long Beach 2025

08 April 2025

The company reinforces its commitment to the US market and the expanding digital print and packaging sector.

People

B&T Tec expands sales in Benelux region

01 April 2025

An experienced industry expert, Rolf van den Berg, has been named new sales representative.

Finishing & embellishment

Leonhard Kurz invests in power-to-heat system with thermal storage

01 April 2025

The company will reduce natural gas consumption by more than 3.5 GWh annually, cutting over 700 tons of CO2 emissions.

Digital printing

Gallus launches MatteJet for GallusOne

26 March 2025

The new technology enables a high-end matte label finish at the touch of a button.

Associations, events & awards

Jet Technologies hosts Open House event in Indonesia

25 March 2025

The event marked the official opening of the company’s new Indonesian headquarters, featuring a purpose-built 500 sqm demonstration center.

Ancillary equipment

B&T Tec expands Rhyguan distribution agreement in Europe

23 March 2025

The company will now sell the equipment in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Switzerland and Austria.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG reports increased demand for retrofit offering

18 March 2025

Customers seeking improved performance and increased flexibility are creating high demand for a manufacturer's retrofit offerings.

Finishing & embellishment

L'Artegrafica invests in Polar CuttingSystem 200

18 March 2025

The company visits the plant in Hofheim.

Finishing & embellishment

S-OneLP partners with PCT for finishing systems

14 March 2025

PCT is S-OneLP's new CatPak eBeam finishing system manufacturer.

Finishing & embellishment

Actega partners with Fujifilm for high-resolution digital metallization

13 March 2025

Ecoleaf technology can now be enhanced with Fujifilm’s printbar for high-resolution, fully digital metallization.

Conventional printing

Rotocon appoints ITM as distribution partner for GCC countries

12 March 2025

ITM will represent Rotocon’s Ecoline and Chrome flexo presses, finishing machines and ancillary equipment.

Conventional printing

Kuranty installs Hontec MPX350 multi-purpose finishing machine

07 March 2025

The machine has units for varnishing, coating, hot stamping and die-cutting.

Finishing & embellishment

Logotex advances production with Anytron Any-Cut III

06 March 2025

Peruvian converter adds digital finishing technology to accelerate its digital transformation. 

Finishing & embellishment

Bennett Graphics adds GM finishing and digital embellishment unit

05 March 2025

US converter installs first GM machine to drive business expansion. 

Associations, events & awards

Esko sponsors Labelexpo Mexico pre-show webinar

25 February 2025

Free Spanish-language webinar with Labels & Labeling will explore opportunities in Mexico

Finishing & embellishment

Wave TPS installs Hontec label finishing technology

20 February 2025

Seoul-based converter enhances finishing capabilities with Hontec DiGiFiNi machines. 

Finishing & embellishment

Creative packaging design for wine industry

16 February 2025

KURZ and EUREKA have developed a packaging concept that is surprising and memorable.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Polar unveils latest version of Compucut

13 February 2025

Compucut generates cutting programs from CIP3/4 pre-press files with one click, sending them directly to a Polar cutter.

Finishing & embellishment

TS Etiketten installs ABG Vectra AutoSet turret rewinder

10 February 2025

ABG sells the first sale advanced Vectra AutoSet Glue turret rewinder to a label converter in Germany.

Ancillary equipment

Rotocon to distribute Vicut digital cutting and finishing machines in South

04 February 2025

The collaboration was formalized in September with a visit to Rotocon’s Johannesburg facility.

Finishing & embellishment

BGM launches 22in inspection slitter rewinder

02 February 2025

The 550 iSR is designed primarily for the finishing of self-adhesive labels.

Digital printing

Grafotronic and Domino partner on luxury labels at LP2i Étiquettes

31 January 2025

LP2i Étiquettes' production line combines Domino and Grafotronic technology.

Associations, events & awards

Prati joins Konica Minolta for Label Printing Roadshow in Italy

24 January 2025

The 2025 edition will take place in four regions: Veneto, Piedmont, Emilia Romagna and Campania.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Color-Logic brings embellishment software to IML market

22 January 2025

The new technology enables in-mold label printers to achieve vibrant metallic colors and eye-catching effects.

Finishing & embellishment

Polar Group promotes Markus Judel

15 January 2025

Judel, who has been with the company since 1989, takes on the role of head of business development and sales. 

Finishing & embellishment

ABG expands German manufacturing facility

15 January 2025

The expansion will nearly double the footprint to 4,400sqm with a custom-built facility added on-site.

Finishing & embellishment

Vee Kay Industries goes for second Rhyguan finisher from FIG

06 January 2025

Indian converter installs second finisher to service high volume label demand by quality-conscious liquor brands.

Conventional printing

More Ambalaj invests in three Hontec machines

03 January 2025

Three machines were supplied by Label Process, Hontec’s agent in Turkey.

Finishing & embellishment

Abbott Label invests in ABG’s RFID converting equipment

17 December 2024

RFID equipment helps US-based converter to efficiently and accurately integrate this technology into labels.

Finishing & embellishment

JetFx launches Fusion digital embellishment system

16 December 2024

The latest product has been designed to elevate labeling capability, including wine paper stock.

Finishing & embellishment

ATB Systemetiketten expands with two Grafotronic machines

16 December 2024

The company strengthens its competitive edge while meeting the increasing demands of its production environment.

Finishing & embellishment

SA Litho installs South Africa's first Pantec Rhino E finishing system

11 December 2024

The company also invested in a Rotocon Chrome RDF digital finishing machine.

Digital printing

Monotech unveils new machines at Labelexpo India 2024

Tej Prakash Jain of Monotech, talks about the new UV inkjet press and the digital embellishment machine making their debut at the show.  

Finishing & embellishment

Gracofoil invests in GM Core Cutter and SR550 machines

03 December 2024

The upgrades provide the company with various benefits, including efficiency and cost savings.

Labelexpo

Labelexpo Americas 2024: Finishing and converting

02 December 2024

Faster die-cutting, cutting-edge digital embellishments, enhanced automation, interactive technologies and strategic collaborations.

Finishing & embellishment

Tecnau opens new manufacturing and R&D facility in Ivrea

29 November 2024

The new facility in Italy increases Tecnau’s manufacturing capacity to better meet the growing demand for its finishing products.

Labelexpo

Labelexpo Americas 2024 – Show floor sales

26 November 2024

Labelexpo Americas 2024 was a key venue for advancing partnerships, securing sales and showcasing technology in the label and packaging…

Associations, events & awards

FIG celebrates a successful Labelexpo India 2024

21 November 2024

The company booked several deals for Mark Andy presses and finishing machines from Rhyguan and DCM ATN.

Finishing & embellishment

Kurz India showcases sustainable foils at Labelexpo India 2024

16 November 2024

The company displays its entire range of foils for embellishments and security. 

Finishing & embellishment

Monotech Systems Unveils dSpark Hybrid+ at Labelexpo India 2024

16 November 2024

The dSpark Hybrid+ platform integrates advanced digital embellishment capabilities with converting and finishing.

Finishing & embellishment

Dhanlakshmi Labels adds Rhyguan digital finisher

07 November 2024

Indian converter buys the machine from Flexo Image Graphics, the authorized distributor of Rhyguan in the Indian sub-continent. 

Finishing & embellishment

Marco Aengenvoort joins Rotocon Group as managing director

31 October 2024

Aengenvoort will continue to provide support to the Rotocontrol EMT European sales team.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG hosts open house to celebrate 70th anniversary

29 October 2024

A B Graphic International hosted a three-day open house for its 70th anniversary and to showcase its recently opened facility.

Finishing & embellishment

Rhyguan readies for Labelexpo India 2024

21 October 2024

The company collaborates with FIG, its distributor in the region, to showcase key Rhyguan technologies.

Finishing & embellishment

Ean Label invests in Hontec finishing machine

17 October 2024

Malaysian converter enhances its production efficiency and expands the range of embellishments.

Finishing & embellishment

Xaar integrates Versatex printbar into Jet iQ Launch range

10 October 2024

Customers in Australia and New Zealand can now enhance their labels and packaging with complex designs.

Finishing & embellishment

Martin Automatic celebrates project at Labelexpo

Gavin Rittmeyer, vice president of sales and marketing at Martin Automatic speaks about the partnership with ETI, Lemu Group and Lundberg at…

Finishing & embellishment

DuoBlade FX, ultimate digital craft machine

Valloy's new dual-head equipped automatic sheet-fed digital die cutter.

Finishing & embellishment

PrintWrap invests in Rhyguan Plus Series

07 October 2024

The machine was sold by Rhyguan's India-based distributor, Flexo Image Graphics.

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau sells all machines at Labelexpo Americas 2024

L&L speaks with Susana Teixeira, sales director at Lemorau about the recent market trends and equipment showcased in Chicago.

Finishing & embellishment

BGM sells seven machines at Labelexpo Americas 2024

  Daniel Carr, sales manager of Bar Graphic Machinery speaks of the equipment on show at Labelexpo Americas and a great sales…

Finishing & embellishment

Rhyguan launches Top-Plus converting and finishing machine

Distributor of Rhyguan Machinery discusses the latest developments at Labelexpo Americas 2024.

Finishing & embellishment

Reborn introduces RBJ-Remix 3DW digital embellishment machine at Labelexpo

Reborn Intelligence Equipment overseas sales director Johnson Chen speaks about the advantages of the recently launched digital embellishment unit.

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech showcases the latest equipment at Labelexpo Americas 2024

  Ramon Lee, managing director of Brotech Digital Graphics discusses the latest equipment showcased at Labelexpo Americas 2024.  

Finishing & embellishment

Eclipse launches LF220 LAS laser finishing machine

03 October 2024

The machine's variable data QR code integration automates and streamlines complex label shape conversions.

Finishing & embellishment

Reflex Group invests in Grafotronic machines

01 October 2024

The company will begin the installation of these machines in the autumn of 2024.

Finishing & embellishment

EMT International appoints John Pecoraro as regional sales manager

30 September 2024

Pecoraro covers the upper Midwest, West, and Southwest areas of the US.

Digital printing

ABG expands in UK

30 September 2024

The company opens a new manufacturing facility in Driffield, UK and doubles the capacity of its Baesweiler site in Germany.

Finishing & embellishment

James Thomas returns to Focus Label Machinery

30 September 2024

Thomas will be handling distributor sales and customer demonstrations with Konica Minolta, Focus finishing and our hybrid equipment.

Dies & tooling

Maxcess launches Tidland SmartSlit automated slitting system

25 September 2024

The automated slitting system eliminates the need for manual adjustments

Workflow, MIS & inspection

KDV Label leverages automation advantage

23 September 2024

Wisconsin-based label converter has built a business model around productivity. Now KDV Label has added capacity with digital technology.

Finishing & embellishment

Jet Technologies launches Jet iQ range in Australia and New Zealand

19 September 2024

The new range of finishing products has been developed to enhance productivity in the digital print space.

Finishing & embellishment

Vee Kay Industries invests Rhyguan and Luster systems

16 September 2024

Indian label and packaging specialist standardizes quality and production processes.

Finishing & embellishment

Actega puts sustainability at forefront at Labelexpo Americas

14 September 2024

Company launched ActKote UV wash-off primer and displayed SafeShield inks and promoted Signite and Ecoleaf.

Finishing & embellishment

Labels Unlimited Company invests in Grafotronic CF2

12 September 2024

Chicago-based converter purchased the Grafotronic CF2 with the JetFX 3D embellishment.

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech launches advanced varnish embellishment module featuring Xaar

11 September 2024

New module is powered by five Xaar 2002 printheads enabling high-build tactile effects at over 100 microns and cold foiling.

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic sells DCL system at Labelexpo Americas 2024

10 September 2024

The DCL System has been sold to Graphic Packaging Group (GPG).

Finishing & embellishment

GM premieres high speed single anvil die-cutter

10 September 2024

The new single anvil die-cutter boasts a rotary die-cutting speed of 120m/min (400ft/min) in semi-rotary mode.

Finishing & embellishment

Cartes shows Gemini Series

09 September 2024

The GE363WJL machine is running combined with Jet D-Screen.

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech showcases SDF Plus modular platform

09 September 2024

SDF Plus machine demonstrates high-speed processing over 300 cuts per minute.

Finishing & embellishment

Gonderflex showcases GFXL 3000 finisher

09 September 2024

The finisher is a versatile multi-process mid-web finishing platform for flexible packaging.

Finishing & embellishment

Digital metal adds value at Tipografia Valdostana

07 September 2024

Italian sheetfed converter Tipografia Valdostana can now proof metalized labels printed on its Heidelberg press using the Kurz Digital Metal system.

Installations

SioPrint invests in Lemorau MEBR+

07 September 2024

Hungarian converter expands its production output with the investment in semi-rotary embellishing and finishing machine.

Substrates & adhesives

Cyngient showcases embellishments

04 September 2024

The company is exhibiting at Labelexpo Americas 2024 alongside strategic partner Imageworx, featuring its prototyping capabilities

Installations

Print-ID invests in two Grafotronic DCL2 finishing machines

03 September 2024

German label converter expands its production capacity with two additional, highly automated machines.

Finishing & embellishment

Ecoleaf for label embellishment: it’s time to choose mindful metallization

02 September 2024

Developed by Actega, Ecoleaf mindful metallization technology exemplifies the merger of aesthetics and eco-consciousness without compromise.

Finishing & embellishment

Karlville showcases flexpack expertise

30 August 2024

The company showcases its compact pouch-making machine and participates in Flexpack@Labelexpo.

Installations

Sttark drives innovation and growth with Grafotronic DCL system

29 August 2024

South-Carolina converter purchases digital converting line and auxiliary equipment to drive innovation and growth.

Finishing & embellishment

Xaar’s Versatex Printbar adds embellishment functionality

28 August 2024

The new functionality can add three different varnish effects in one pass.

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic at Labelexpo Americas 2024

Stop by and see Grafotronic DCL2, CF2 and HAPTIC line at our booth #911.

Labelexpo

Actega puts sustainability at forefront

14 August 2024

The company focuses on sustainability with new product launch and the latest sustainable technologies.

Finishing & embellishment

Achertäler Druckerei opts for customized Rotocon slitter/rewinder

13 August 2024

The Chrome RSI features front inspection with an integrated splice table and automatic slitting connected to Achertäler’s Cerm MIS Software.

Finishing & embellishment

ETI Converting partners with Martin Automatic, LemuGroup at Labelexpo

08 August 2024

ETI will have a fully integrated production line linking its booth with Martin Automatic and LemuGroup.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG shows 12 cutting-edge machines

06 August 2024

ABG is showcasing 12 cutting-edge machines from all its manufacturing sites at the show.

Finishing & embellishment

Prati shows finishing expertise

05 August 2024

The company is displaying Digi Compact converting and finishing line with JetFx digital embellishment unit. 

Finishing & embellishment

GM showcases finishing innovations

05 August 2024

The company’s large booth at the show is brimming with precision-engineered converting machines.

Finishing & embellishment

Hybrid Software joins AI-generated label artwork project

24 July 2024

Industry experts join forces to provide the brand with technology, allowing personalized consumer experiences.

Finishing & embellishment

Christoph Brünner takes over as MD of Polar Group

18 July 2024

He takes over the position from Thomas Raab, who wishes to pursue other personal interests.

Ancillary equipment

Tempo Makina to represent Rotocontrol EMT in Turkey

18 July 2024

The new agent will promote and sell the entire portfolio for label printing and finishing.

Finishing & embellishment

Tecnocut expands in India with Weldon Celloplast

17 July 2024

Tecnocut will be joining Weldon Celloplast at Labelexpo India 2024 from November 14-17 

Installations

Stratus Doo invests in first Lemorau machine in Montenegro

16 July 2024

Label converter invests in MICR3 to enhance its production capacities and quality.

Finishing & embellishment

Tecnocut introduces CSU - Compact Slitting Unit

11 July 2024

The stand-alone slitting unit can be equipped with either rotary or razor blades. 

Finishing & embellishment

Xaar and Nilpeter add premium finish to labels

03 July 2024

High-Build Varnish Printbars integrated into the Nilpeter lines are proving crucial for producing high-value labels.

Finishing & embellishment

Nordvalls increases productivity with ABG finishing systems

02 July 2024

Scandinavian converter meets the increasing demands of digital printing with latest ABG investment.

Finishing & embellishment

Kongsberg PCS expands Nordic distribution

02 July 2024

Convertec will sell and service Kongsberg digital finishing and tools to its customer base in Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland.

Finishing & embellishment

Leftech opens US foil operation

28 June 2024

Argentina-based Leftech has opened a foil slitting center in Florida to expand its Latin America coverage and ultimately target the US market.

Finishing & embellishment

Leonhard Kurz opens new assembly and central building

26 June 2024

The construction was the company’s largest single investment of 2023 worldwide at around EUR 23 million.

Finishing & embellishment

GM announces new office in Benelux

29 May 2024

This strategic expansion is in response to GM's growing client base.

Installations

MultiColor installs Hontec finishing platform

28 May 2024

Polish printing house expands its capabilities with Hontec's label finishing platform.

Interactive technology

Xeikon partners with Kurz and Scribos

21 May 2024

Digital printing and metallic embellishment combination enable interactive features in a new label application to stimulate consumer interaction.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG announces leadership transition

16 May 2024

Simon Nadin becomes new CEO.

Installations

IGS takes delivery of four Titanium cutters

15 May 2024

Two UK-based label converters confirmed orders for Titanium 330-R cutters.

Finishing & embellishment

Leo Flexipack fine-tunes print finishing with Rhyguan

13 May 2024

Indian converter adds Rhyguan Plus 330 digital finisher from Flexo Image Graphics (FIG).  

Installations

Eshuis opts for Grafotronic finishing line for HP Indigo V12 press

08 May 2024

Dutch converter increases the level of automation and efficiency.

Finishing & embellishment

DYM Machinery names Flexo Image Graphics distributor in India

02 May 2024

FIG to distribute DYM’s non-stop roll changing machines for labels and narrow web applications.

New products

Sinajet launches RS350 label finisher for digital applications

01 May 2024

Chinese wide format cutting technology specialist enters the narrow web market.

New products

ABG launches Vectra AutoSet turret rewinder

30 April 2024

New turret rewinder features automatic set up and integration with ABG’s and third-party presses.

Associations, events & awards

IADD Lake Michigan Chapter announces Gasket, Film & Label Xchange

24 April 2024

The IADD Xchange program for die-cutters and die-makers will take place in May in Palatine, Illinois, USA.  

Finishing & embellishment

API Foilmakers acquires United Foils Europe and its subsidiaries

18 April 2024

The acquired businesses will be combined with API Foilmakers to form a leading player in the transfer technologies industry.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG to celebrate its 70th anniversary with drupa debut

17 April 2024

The company will host guests at its own stand but also at the HP stand presenting equipment working in-line with HOP Indigo V12 Digital Press.

Finishing & embellishment

Xaar technology featured at Nilpeter’s open house

15 April 2024

Visitors saw Xaar's digital varnish and foiling embellishment capabilities integrated into Nilpeter’s FA-17.

Associations, events & awards

Cartes wins FSEA Gold Leaf Award second year in a row

12 April 2024

Italian manufacturer recognized for best use of foil and embossing in the Self-Promotion Category.

Finishing & embellishment

Ravenwood marks 20 years of success

10 April 2024

During this time, Ravenwood has made advancements in its linerless label technology.

Associations, events & awards

Labelexpo Asia 2023 showcases vibrant Chinese industry

08 April 2024

Labelexpo Asia 2023 showcased a vibrant Chinese manufacturing industry along with key international suppliers.

M&A

Arden Group acquires Lasercomb Dies

04 April 2024

With this acquisition the group aims to cement its position as one of the largest die-makers in the UK.

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic and Leonhard Kurz announce global partnership

02 April 2024

The two companies partner to advance label embellishment technologies.

Associations, events & awards

Nilpeter to host open house event in Denmark

21 March 2024

The company will showcase the FA-26 alongside the FA-17, MO-Line Fusion, the new FP-5, digital varnish bar and the Digital Shadow.

Associations, events & awards

ABG strengthens presence in Australia and New Zealand

14 March 2024

Australian and New Zealand converters join ABG, Currie Group and Cerm teams to push boundaries of digital embellishment and finishing.

Finishing & embellishment

Eclipse Label Equipment appoints agent in DACH region

11 March 2024

Strategic partnership with ADR AG aims to strengthen the company’s presence in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Finishing & embellishment

Sturdy Print installs ABG’s Digicon Series 3

28 February 2024

The investment has further expanded the longstanding relationship between the two companies.

Finishing & embellishment

LemuGroup at drupa 2024

21 February 2024

The company will show e-Comm3 and UltraCompact machines for paper bags and envelopes and LI 220 RFID smart label inserter.

Ancillary equipment

Steuer USA opens demo facility in Easton, Pennsylvania

31 January 2024

The centerpiece of the facility is a Steuer Foiljet 106, which can hot stamp full sized press sheets at speeds up to 12,000 full press sheets per…

Digital printing

GMS Pacific opens new demo center in Australia

31 January 2024

The first piece of equipment on display is the Kongsberg C64 digital cutting table, showcased in Australia for the first time.

Installations

Labels Fast acquires FS 330 Series from Focus

24 January 2024

British converter increases its capacity for blank label production by investing in a slitter/rewinder and die-cutter.

Digital printing

Jetsci Global launches dSpark Hybrid+

22 January 2024

This 330 mm wide press finishes and converts digitally printed labels while integrating with conventional or digital printing processes.

Finishing & embellishment

Color-Logic certifies Currie Group demo center in Melbourne

21 January 2024

Currie Group can now demonstrate brilliant Color-Logic metallics and custom embellishments on the HP Indigo presses in its showrooms.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG unveils 4th-generation Converter platform

16 January 2024

The platform incorporates numerous customer-led innovations, all designed to allow converters to produce more with less

Finishing & embellishment

Label Lab grows with GM DC330Mini label finisher

04 January 2024

Propelled by this growth, the converter intends to acquire additional GM equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Ferrostaal Graphics appointed Chilean agent for LemuGroup

03 January 2024

The new agent will provide a complete range of products from the LemuGroup label division.

Finishing & embellishment

All4Labels and Actega partner to further develop Signite

20 December 2023

All4Labels to exclusively use the technology in Europe for the next decade 

Finishing & embellishment

Xaar 2002 printhead powers Haotian’s latest label embellishment machine

19 December 2023

The partnership was announced during the recent Labelexpo Asia 2023

People

Leadership change at Gietz

19 December 2023

Hansjoerg Gietz hands over the management of the company to Marcel Gerber 

Finishing & embellishment

APR expands product portfolio with SEI Laser partnership

18 December 2023

All Printing Resources (APR) will begin representing SEI Laser for its flexible packaging products in the US beginning in 2024

Market trends

Actega celebrates 2023 successes and looks ahead to 2024

18 December 2023

The company highlights in 2023 include considerable site investments, further advances in sustainable solutions, regulatory compliance and new product…

Finishing & embellishment

ABG reinforces global presence in 2023

18 December 2023

With offices in the UK, France, Spain, Holland, Germany, the US and Chile, ABG collaborates with 60 distributors globally.

Finishing & embellishment

Shamiro solutions invests in a Lemorau MEBR+

14 December 2023

The Hungarian converter has installed the Lemorau machine to address its demanding production and continuous market growth

Associations, events & awards

Labelexpo Europe 2023 - finishing and converting

11 December 2023

Digital embellishment and faster die-cutting units were key trends at Labelexpo Europe 2023.

Finishing & embellishment

Dantex introduces Actega EcoLeaf technology in PicoJet presses

06 December 2023

The partnership to elevate the printing experience and expand the range of finishing options.

Finishing & embellishment

Stermanns Etiketten invests in Lemorau MICR 450mm

30 November 2023

German converter adds Lemorau MICR modular inspection slitter and rewinder machine to increase production capacity

Associations, events & awards

Labelexpo Asia: A-Z technology preview

28 November 2023

Asia-Pacific’s biggest show dedicated to labels and flexible package converting returns to Shanghai on Dec 5-8

Installations

Stranco invests in a customized Lemorau MEBR+

17 November 2023

Lemorau MEBR+ operates on a modular concept that can be developed according to each customer’s needs

Digital printing

JWEI partners with Esko in China

15 November 2023

JWEI aims to provide benefits to its customer base in China through this partnership

Finishing & embellishment

Roll Flex invests in third Grafotronic machine

14 November 2023

US converter adds Grafotronic HI3 inspection slitter/rewinder system

Finishing & embellishment

Rosas Maschinenbau launches new RFID label converting machine

03 November 2023

The new RFID label converting and serialization line comes with several features

Finishing & embellishment

SA Litho orders Rotocon and Pantec equipment

26 October 2023

Cape Town label printer orders Rotocon Chrome RDF digital finishing machine integrated with a Pantec Rhino E 340 flatbed hot foil embossing unit

Finishing & embellishment

Amberley Labels receives Label of the Year award

23 October 2023

The award recognizes Amberley Labels’ efforts for Hawkridge Gin

Finishing & embellishment

Scodix and Ricoh establish strategic partnership

20 October 2023

Ricoh to become the distributor for Scodix’s print solutions in the United States

Finishing & embellishment

Reflex installs 53rd BGM finishing machine

19 October 2023

Reflex adds BGM Elite Dieflex at its Leicester site

M&A

Avery Dennison all set to acquire Silver Crystal group

11 October 2023

The acquisition will allow the combined businesses to drive further growth in Avery Dennison’s external embellishments segment

M&A

ProMach acquires Lofton label & packaging

11 October 2023

The addition of Lofton expands ProMach’s labeling and coding capabilities

Finishing & embellishment

Acorn Labels installs custom-built Daco TD430

10 October 2023

UK converter’s new wider plain-label converting line increases productivity 

Installations

Fedrigoni to install two new coating machines at Spanish plants

20 September 2023

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives will install two new machines for the coating of acrylic-based adhesives in its Spanish plants in 2024

Installations

St. Luc invests in Grafotronic’s DCL 550

19 September 2023

Company further buys Grafotronic’s CF finishing line after vising Grafotronic booth at Labelexpo

Installations

Femalabel invests in Grafotronic's innovation

14 September 2023

Company buys a DCL2 350 with sophisticated lamination in register capabilities

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech sells two machines at Labelexpo Europe 2023

14 September 2023

Brotech finishing systems have been sold at Labelexpo Europe by the company’s India distributor Weldon Celloplast

Finishing & embellishment

Hotpack Global chooses ABG SRI3 430

13 September 2023

This is the second ABG acquisition for Hotpack Global

Finishing & embellishment

CMYKhub invests in ABG at Labelexpo

13 September 2023

Trade printer will be the first in Asia-Pacific to install DigiLase 4.0 from AB Graphic

Finishing & embellishment

Pantec presents Cheetah N embellishment system

13 September 2023

New rotary embellishment system applies 3D images to shrink sleeves using heat and pressure

Finishing & embellishment

AB Graphic unveils automation technology

13 September 2023

New products include advances in non-stop winding technology and a new turret rewinder model

Finishing & embellishment

Cartes unveils six new machine configurations

13 September 2023

From laser die cutting, semi-rotary die cutting to entry-level die cutting, the new configurations cater to various needs

Finishing & embellishment

Kurz shows DM-Uniliner embellishment series

13 September 2023

Company showcases Distorun module, a material-saving cold transfer unit

Finishing & embellishment

Reborn brings RBJ-Ares 350 to Labelexpo

13 September 2023

Digital plotter can automatically register and adjust cutting pressure by inputting the thickness of liners

Installations

Buchs invests in Grafisk Maskinfabrik’s DC350Flex+

13 September 2023

The move to invest in Grafisk Maskinfabrik’s automated digital embellishment line aligns with Buchs’ commitment to better serve its clients

Finishing & embellishment

DYM promotes nonstop unwinder and rewinder at Labelexpo

12 September 2023

Chinese engineering company brings portfolio for mid, narrow web

Finishing & embellishment

Notarianni invests in a Grafotronic Haptic finishing line

12 September 2023

Italian converter adds the machine for its latest generation digital finishing features

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic unveils new technology at Labelexpo

11 September 2023

Company demonstrates five machines equipped with AI-based computer vision system Grafotronic IQ

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech debuts new SDF Plus at Labelexpo

11 September 2023

Modular platform allows to switch workflow directions

Finishing & embellishment

GM set to launch finishing equipment at Labelexpo Europe 2023

10 September 2023

Company will highlight premium label embellishments and more

Workflow, MIS & inspection

The power of automation on display Labelexpo

The Labelexpo Europe 2023 Automation Arena is demonstrating a full ‘lights out’ production workflow from file creation to digital printing, converting…

Digital printing

Xeikon, Kurz introduce digital metallization capabilities

06 September 2023

New technology will premiere at Labelexpo Europe 2023

Finishing & embellishment

Smag joins China-based Rhyguan Group

06 September 2023

SRAMAG SAS (commonly known as Smag) has become a Rhyguan group company, with China-based Rhyguan becoming the major shareholder in Smag…

Graphimecc opens the curtain

06 September 2023

Graphimecc’s expertise in serialization, quality certification and high-tech converting is helping brands secure their global supply chains

Installations

Label Apeel automates with Martin Automatic

05 September 2023

Company installs butt splicers to MPS flexo presses for increased efficiency

New products

ABG to launch finishing and automation solutions

05 September 2023

Leading finishing equipment manufacturer, A B Graphic International (ABG) gears up for most significant presence at upcoming Labelexpo Europe 

Finishing & embellishment

Cutting edge converting and finishing on display at Labelexpo Europe

30 August 2023

Andy Thomas-Emans looks at the latest developments in digitization and automation for converting and finishing systems at Labelexpo Europe 2023

People

EMT International / Rotocontrol hires for leadership team

29 August 2023

Mike Herold named new executive VP of sales and marketing

Finishing & embellishment

BGM celebrates 30 years of excellence at Labelexpo

29 August 2023

Bar Graphic Machinery (BGM) will celebrate over 30 years of delivering finishing machinery at Labelexpo Europe 2023

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Lake Image Systems unveils inspection units at Labelexpo Europe 2023

28 August 2023

Discovery platform will be on display at booth and on working machinery

Installations

Windmill Tapes and Labels adds Digicon 3 finisher

25 August 2023

The machine is customized specifically for the vape market and specialized peel and reveal work

Associations, events & awards

Labelexpo Europe 2023 technology preview: A-Z

23 August 2023

Labelexpo Europe 2023 takes place from September 11-14 at Brussels Expo

Finishing & embellishment

print-ID orders two machines from Grafotronic

21 August 2023

New machines will replace two existing equipment and used in pre-printed and blank label finishing

Installations

Arc Labels installs digital converting system from Daco Solutions

16 August 2023

UK converter adds Daco DF350SR to convert labels printed on Konica Minolta press 

Installations

Textape adds second Lemorau finishing machine

09 August 2023

US converter adds Lemorau MICR modular finishing machine with a range of add-ons

People

Kama strengthens top management and sales

09 August 2023

Kama appoints Jordi Giralt, who will take over the sales and marketing department as chief business officer

Flexible packaging

Bobst launches compact laminator for digital flexpack

07 August 2023

Nova MW laminator is optimized to work with reels from 400-830mm wide, with an emphasis on short-run work

New products

Xaar expands Versatex range with new Printbar

02 August 2023

Xaar has launched its Versatex Printbar, enabling the digital printing of high opacity whites and colors on existing flexo presses

Installations

Cleanzone installs Anytron Any-Cut III finisher

31 July 2023

South Korean print company increases sales with the new Anytron finisher

Installations

PrintMyStuff installs Insignia die-cutter

17 July 2023

California based PrintMyStuff adds Insignia6H die-cutter eliminating outsourcing of packaging

Installations

Pioneer Arunachalam Packaging adds Rhyguan finisher

14 July 2023

Chennai-based converter installs Rhyguan Plus-420 converting and finishing machine

New products

ABG and Maan Engineering partner for linerless technology

12 July 2023

The two companies join forces to showcase their linerless technology for laminate and self-adhesive labels

Installations

Grafpress acquires Lemorau Smart-L finisher

05 July 2023

Polish converter adds Lemorau finisher to meet growing demand

Prime label converters reduce costs with wet lamination

28 June 2023

Prime label converters are moving to wet lamination to reduce costs and increase revenue

New products

ABG launches an automated workflow system ABG Connect

09 June 2023

ABG Connect to link all stages of the print and finishing at one platform 

Installations

Emirates Polystyrene installs USAR 430 finisher

29 May 2023

Company enhances its production capabilities with Vinsak USAR 430

Market trends

Herma InNo-Liner System wins Australian packaging award

26 May 2023

The system was submitted by Herma’s Australian distribution partner Result Group

New products

A B Graphic partners with Maan Engineering on linerless labels

24 May 2023

New linerless label technology to launch this summer

Installations

Abbey Labels invests in ABG equipment

24 May 2023

UK based company invests in three machines for efficiencies, new capabilities

People

Javeed Buch joins Maxcess Americas

23 May 2023

Buch appointed vice president and general manager Americas   

Installations

Litograf buys new Lemorau Mebr+ finishing machine

03 May 2023

Lemorau Mebr+ comes with a range of additional optional features to fit customer requirements

Installations

Guru Labels installs GM DC330Mini finisher

28 April 2023

Australian converter adds new finisher for better efficiency

Finishing & embellishment

S-OneLP releases new digital embellishment system

26 April 2023

CatPak JetFx Solo 30-inch eBeam digital embellishment system offers enhanced revenue opportunities

People

Rotocon expands European team

13 April 2023

Appointments will expand sales and support to Europe, North America

Installations

Hexxa Flexible buys two new machines from Kesheng Machinery

10 April 2023

Flexible packaging converter installs slitting and inspection rewind machines

Finishing & embellishment

ABG confirms strategic direction

05 April 2023

Company plans to launch turret rewinders at Labelexpo Europe 2023

Installations

Lauterbach Group installs Grafotronic machine

03 April 2023

US converter adds Grafotronic HI3 inspection slitter / rewinder system

People

PCMC names Windell McGill as product launch manager

03 April 2023

Print industry veteran joins PCMC’s print business segment 

Installations

SM Selbstklebetechnik installs first Lemorau Smart-L

31 March 2023

The company to increase production capacity with a Lemorau Smart-L finishing machine

Market trends

Maxcess and Tecnocut join forces for expanded service in Iberia

30 March 2023

Customers in Iberia will benefit from an expanded product and service portfolio and increasing engineering and converting solutions

Installations

Corlabel adds HP Indigo press and GM finisher

28 March 2023

Label converter add new equipment to service growing label customer base

Installations

Data-Tec adds Lemorau finishing equipment

17 March 2023

Italian converter adds Lemorau finishing machines, manual core cutter, roll lifter to increase company’s production capacity 

Installations

Argraf Group acquires LemuGroup RFID machine

16 March 2023

Argraf Group adds the new LI 220 RFID machine from LemuGroup

Installations

Barthel Group chooses Martin Automatic

14 March 2023

German label converter installs Martin Automatic MBS non-stop unwind/splicer and LRD automatic transfer rewinder on its Nilpeter FA5 press

Finishing & embellishment

ABG to promote LATAM growth at Labelexpo Mexico

10 March 2023

Live demos Digicon Lite 3 and Omega Ti200 

Installations

French converter installs Lemorau Smart-L in La Rochelle

10 March 2023

Compact finishing machine instillation offers improved production runs

People

Grafotronic bolsters European sales team

07 March 2023

Patrick Brouns has 20 years’ experience in print industry

Installations

Label Print invests in two Lemorau machines

02 March 2023

Label Print LLC installs Lemorau finishing and inspection systems 

Market trends

Brotech and Chromos enter distribution partnership

28 February 2023

Brotech Digital Graphics partners with Chromos Group for Europe distribution

Installations

Eticom doubles embellishment capacity with GM

22 February 2023

Mexican converter adds second HF330 standalone hot foil unit from GM to increase efficiencies and speed up delivery of embellished labels

Market trends

Foilco gains B Corporation certification

17 February 2023

Certified B Corporations, such as Foilco, work to promote social and environmental change through positive business practices

New products

LemuGroup launches LI RFID 220 Advanced

16 February 2023

The new machine enables production of multilayer labels with chips inserted between the liner and the label

Market trends

Martin Automatic appoints agent in Southern Europe

13 February 2023

Tekaxess, headed by Gaëtan de Charry, to take over responsibility for sales in Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, Africa, and the Middle East

Market trends

ABG adds laser perforation to shrink-sleeve seaming

02 February 2023

ABG has added laser perforation on its shrink sleeve SR seaming offering to meet the high productivity demands of the labeling market

Installations

Bakers adds Digicon 3000 for its flexible packaging division

31 January 2023

Baker Labels has expanded the finishing capabilities of its digital pouch production facility, BakPac, with a Digicon 3000 from ABG and Edale

Market trends

Tecnocut receives Innovative SME seal

30 January 2023

The company was recognized for the research, development and innovation (R&D&I) carried out over the last few year

Installations

Lake Image Systems, Vinsak install inspection system

16 January 2023

Indian installation targets aluminum foil blister packs

New products

GM launches the DC350Flex+ wine and spirits line

10 January 2023

The new 350 mm-wide finishing line offers flexo varnish unit, hot stamping for foiling and embossing, screenprinting, and rotary die-cutting

Finishing & embellishment

Wise expands label and tag operations

04 January 2023

New Southeast location offers 36,000 sqft of production and warehouse space

Installations

Cartor invests in Blumer Atlas-1200 finishing machine

04 January 2023

Security printing group expands capacity to meet increased global tax stamp demand

Installations

German converter invests in Lemorau CR slitter-rewinder

27 December 2022

New, servo-driven Lemorau CR 520 replaces older machine

Finishing & embellishment

ABG hosts automation technology tours

12 December 2022

ABG hosts site visits to show automation, workflow efficiency

Installations

Italgrafica Sistemi intalls Grafotronic machine

08 December 2022

Italian converter installs third machine from Grafotronic

People

Generational change at Currie Group

08 December 2022

Modernization process builds future on solid foundations of the past

Finishing & embellishment

Weigang listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange

06 December 2022

Company officially listed on A-share main board with initial public offeri

Installations

Custom 420 increases label production capacity

29 November 2022

Investment in ArrowJet Aqua and ArrowCut Nova to expand label division

Installations

S Kumar books multiple deals at Labelexpo India

23 November 2022

Company sells label presses and converting machines at the show

Associations, events & awards

Mark Andy takes part in PLFTA workshop

20 November 2022

Technology suppliers partner with Polish Chamber of Flexo Printing

Finishing & embellishment

AB Graphic shows non-stop technology at open house

17 November 2022

Open house took place at ABG facility in Girona, Spain

Installations

Direct Print installs Lemorau Evolution

10 November 2022

Morocco-based converter installs system to increase production capacity

Installations

Hotpack Global installs Comexi F2 MB

09 November 2022

Company also installed Comexi SL2 Evolution laminator

Finishing & embellishment

Shaharaji to show ITW cold foils at Labelexpo

07 November 2022

Company exhibits for the first time at Labelexpo India 2022

Installations

Etiquetas Rospil invests in Lemorau MEBR+

03 November 2022

Installaiton took place in Etiquetas Rospil's Madirid, Spain facility

Digital printing

Integrating digital embellishment

Speakers: Mike Pruitt, industrial printing product manager at Epson and Matteo Bertoni, area manager and Digifast20000 product leader at Prati

Finishing & embellishment

Digital embellishment and workflow

Speaker: Uffe Nielsen, CEO of Grafisk Maskinfabrik (GM)

Digital printing

Digital embellishment case study: Ecoleaf

Speaker: Paolo Grasso, sales director for EcoLeaf at Actega

Dies & tooling

Digital embellishment and laser die-cutting technology

Speaker: Virgilio Micale, director of sales at Cartes

Digital printing

Digital foiling techniques

Speaker: Michael Aumann, director of digital embellishment solutions at Kurz

Dies & tooling

Inkjet coating and varnishing

Speaker: Filip Weymans, vice president of Marketing at Xeikon

New products

ABG launches wider version of Digicon Series 3

01 November 2022

New version will be available in a web width of 430mm

Installations

Print Enterprises adds Lemorau Smart-L

27 October 2022

New York based print business adds semi-rotary die-cutting machine

Installations

Screen invests in Cartes finishing equipment

26 October 2022

Italian converter expands production capacity with finishing equipment

Conventional printing

Bob Chapman named Tharseō CEO of the Year

20 October 2022

Barry-Wehmiller CEO recognized by Society for Human Resource Management

Finishing & embellishment

ABG wins Bridlington Soapbox Challenge

20 October 2022

Cart designed and built by the firm’s apprentices comes first in race

Installations

Printrays Jalandhar installs Brotech DL420

20 October 2022

Indian printer expands converting capabilities

Installations

Altura Packaging acquires GM DC330 Mini

18 October 2022

New label converter invests in compact label finisher

Installations

Trigon opts for Brotech digital finishing machine

17 October 2022

Indian digital print converter adds Brotech CDF 420 for enhanced finishing

Installations

Coast Label installs second Prati machine

17 October 2022

US-based converter invests in Prati StarPlus auto turret rewinder

Finishing & embellishment

ABG launches new company in Chile

13 October 2022

The company will see the ABG increase its support network in South America

Digital printing

Digital foil challenges tradition

07 October 2022

A firsthand account of Actega's EcoLeaf technology. Adrian Tippets reports

Installations

Trigon opts for Brotech digital finishing machine

07 October 2022

Mumbai-based company has installed a Brotech CDF 420 machine

Finishing & embellishment

Prati launches fully automated finishing line

04 October 2022

New line incorporates inkjet varnish, laser die cutting and turret rewind

Finishing & embellishment

Labelexpo Americas 2022 proves a big hit for ABG

29 September 2022

ABG has hailed the show as its most successful to date

New products

Domino launches U510 UV laser coder

27 September 2022

New product to help manufacturers code onto recyclable food packaging

Beontag adds Dean Scarborough as board member

20 September 2022

Scarborough previously served as chairman and CEO of Avery Dennison

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocon wins 2022 African Excellence Award

19 September 2022

Company named ‘Best Printing & Converting Equipment Supplier'

Installations

Cambridge Label acquires GM compact finisher

15 September 2022

The deal was finalized at Labelexpo Americas 2022

Finishing & embellishment

Cerm-GM cement partnership at Labelexpo Americas

15 September 2022

Cerm software integrated with GM automation platform

Finishing & embellishment

Graftronic and Leonhard Kurz announce partnership

14 September 2022

Grafotronic and Leonhard Kurz announce partnership at Labelexpo Americas

Finishing & embellishment

SEI Laser demonstrates Labelmaster

14 September 2022

Laser die-cutting system demonstrated during Labelexpo

Finishing & embellishment

BGM presents latest range of Elite machines

14 September 2022

Companies to showcase its latest range of finishing technologies

Associations, events & awards

Anytron introduces Any-Jet III at Labelexpo

14 September 2022

Company shows digital printer with finishing at Labelexpo Americas

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocontrol focuses on hybrid printing

14 September 2022

Company showcase end-to-end hybrid technology at Labelexpo Americas

New products

Mark Andy shows new digital presses at Labelexpo

14 September 2022

Mark Andy introduces new digital press incorporating Konica Minolta tech

Finishing & embellishment

Trip down the Digital Embellishment Trail

Walk with Luis Rodriguez, North America editor of Labels and Labeling, at Labelexpo Americas 2022 for a preview of what technology is on the Digital…

Finishing & embellishment

Dilli brings its Neo Picasso to Labelexpo

13 September 2022

The latest version of Neo Picasso is equipped with a corona treater

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau shows Smart-L finishing machine

13 September 2022

Digital finishing machine features software for import/export data

Finishing & embellishment

Lemu Group shows roll to sealed box automation

13 September 2022

System combined with robotic automated roll packaging on show

Finishing & embellishment

Delta ModTech brings Crusader Converter to Chicago

13 September 2022

Newly updated Crusader Converter with precision RFID placement on show

Finishing & embellishment

DPR debuts two converting machines

13 September 2022

Labelexpo visitors can see new Taurus and Aries systems in action

Finishing & embellishment

Kurz features DM-Uniliner and MJETeco

13 September 2022

Metallization unit on show at Labelexpo Americas 2022 in Chicago

New products

Cartes unveils digital embellishment concept

12 September 2022

GE363VJL is said to be ‘the solution you were waiting for’

New products

Prati presents DigifastOne finishing line

12 September 2022

New digital finishing line for printed reels and value-added labels

Finishing & embellishment

GM demonstrates six finishing machines

12 September 2022

Company will showcase six finishing machines at Labelexpo Americas 2022

Finishing & embellishment

Digital Embellishment Trail at Labelexpo Americas

12 September 2022

Focus on tactile varnishing, digital foiling and laser die-cutting

New products

Markem-Imaje unveils eTouch-S applicator

08 September 2022

New print and apply labeling system runs at speed of 150 packs per minute

Finishing & embellishment

ABG brings more equipment then ever to Labelexpo

02 September 2022

Company to show more finishing machines than ever at Labelexpo Americas

Installations

AR Packaging installs Comexi S1 DS slitter

01 September 2022

Swedish flexible and cardboard packaging converter increases production

Installations

Navarra de Etiquetajes invests in MBR splicer

30 August 2022

New MBS butt splicer investment to improve efficiency and reduce waste

Installations

ABG installs non-stop unwinders at Cartor

26 August 2022

Cartor looks to save time and create efficiencies with installations

Digital printing

Konica Minolta supports print education

26 August 2022

Investments support to elevate production and industrial print education

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocon launches Chrome in Sub-Saharan Africa

24 August 2022

New series of machines offer greater customizability and upgrade options

Installations

Vinsak sees high demand for Tecnocut die-cutting

24 August 2022

The company has installed several E-Diff systems in India and Middle East

Finishing & embellishment

Lemu Group appoints agent for UK and Ireland

24 August 2022

Chris Bradley to offer entire range of Spanish converting equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Stepping into automation

24 August 2022

GM CEO Uffe Nielsen explains how to implement process automation

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocontrol collaborates with Monopteros

23 August 2022

Collaboration to focus on education in sustainable production

New products

Nobelus adds new finish to tactile collection

09 August 2022

Lamination supplier has added a gritty finish to its thermal lineup

Ancillary equipment

Unlocking remote power

03 August 2022

Malaysian converter Mega Label invests in second Martin Automatic machine

Finishing & embellishment

Bar Graphic launches new user-friendly website

01 August 2022

Company to showcase new website at Labelexpo Americas 2022

Installations

Label Glass adds Lemorau finishing equipment

15 July 2022

Italian converter invests in third machine from Lemorau

Finishing & embellishment

Kurz launches Label Weeks in Germany

15 July 2022

In-house trade fair to showcase latest innovations in product decoration

Ancillary equipment

Prati cements partnership with Vetaphone

12 July 2022

Companies collaborate on new DigiFast20000 machine for HP presses

Installations

Kroonpress installs Lemorau equipment

08 July 2022

Commercial printer diversifies into labels market with new investment

Finishing & embellishment

Ruxo Labels invests in DPR Taurus

08 July 2022

New equipment to expand capabilities and diversify production

Installations

Ajanta Packaging adds Vinsak embellishment system

07 July 2022

UAE converter to offer digital embellishment on labels with new investment

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocon unveils new logo

06 July 2022

New design reflects commitment to brand and company identity

Digital printing

Actega concludes Ecoleaf tradeshow tour

06 July 2022

Tour ends with first digital partnership with Springfield Solutions in UK

Finishing & embellishment

Perfecting the wine label

01 July 2022

The wine market is a crowded space. Stand out with the perfect label

Conventional printing

ABG’s global sales team re-unites

29 June 2022

Forty sales representatives meet in UK after three-years break

Finishing & embellishment

Kongsberg PCS partners with Global Imaging

28 June 2022

Global Imaging will distribute digital finishing products in North America

Finishing & embellishment

Taktiful becomes Color-Logic’s technology partner

28 June 2022

Partnership to grow market for digital embellishments

Installations

Mildura Printing invests in Rollem Insignia 5

23 June 2022

Digital die-cutter to improve productivity and expand production capacity

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau hosts open house

22 June 2022

Four-day event gathered over 160 attendees from 31 countries

New products

Foilco adds copper color to Escova range

20 June 2022

New color for brushed effect for cosmetic, perfume and jewelry brands

Installations

Classique Labels adds hybrid embellishment system

20 June 2022

UAE converter installs Vinsak Lombardi embellishment and finishing system

New products

Gietz launches ROFO 450 ECO press

16 June 2022

New press features the next generation of Gietz's graphical user interface

Installations

Wipak Polska adds second Comexi S1 DT slitter

15 June 2022

Company adds second slitter for its quality, productivity, safety measures

Finishing & embellishment

ABG moves to larger premises in US

08 June 2022

US subsidiary celebrates 25th anniversary with move to larger facilities

New products

Konica Minolta launches Accurioshine 3600

07 June 2022

New digital embellishment press for sensory print applications

Installations

P2 Finishing installs Bobst Novacut 106 E

31 May 2022

Irish finishing business updates equipment portfolio

Ancillary equipment

SEI Laser Converting chooses Vetaphone

30 May 2022

Italian manufacturer names its preferred surface treatment supplier

Finishing & embellishment

Springfield Solutions to test Ecoleaf in UK

26 May 2022

UK-based converter to test sustainable metallization technology

Finishing & embellishment

LemuGroup to host open house

24 May 2022

Spanish converting equipment manufacturer to run event on June 6-15

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocon wins AI Business Excellence Award

23 May 2022

Recognition in Best Label Printing and Packaging Specialist category

New products

Advast Suisse introduces holographic cold foils

18 May 2022

Cold foils developed for security label applications

Finishing & embellishment

Automating finishing

Automating finishing with Morten Toksvaerd, business development director, Grafotronic.

New products

ABG launches Omega SRI3

10 May 2022

Expansion of Omega SRI3 is said to reduce waste and raise efficiency

Digital printing

LemuGroup acquires Mida Maquinaria

27 April 2022

Converting equipment specialist acquires fellow Spanish manufacturer

Finishing & embellishment

ABG celebrates success of NSU/NSR range

21 April 2022

‘Unprecedented’ number of installations across Europe and North America

Installations

ProPrint Group installs Digicon Series 3

20 April 2022

UK-based converter increases label finishing options

People

Mark Fenton joins Foilco

13 April 2022

Fenton will support Foilco's domestic and international sales growth

Conventional printing

Canon acquires Edale

04 April 2022

Canon has acquired UK-based press manufacturer Edale

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic to host Digital Demo Days

04 April 2022

Digital finishing specialist to launch four new technologies

Finishing & embellishment

ABG upscales service capability

31 March 2022

ABG adds service engineers in UK and Ireland, and increases use of REVA

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau appoints partner in Germany

29 March 2022

Dieter Gansert Graphische Machinen becomes Lemorau's German partner

New products

Foilco launches Astral Plus glitter effect foil

28 March 2022

Eco-friendly glitter foil to tackle micro plastic problem

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic expands production facilities

28 March 2022

Finishing equipment specialist optimizes its manufacturing processes

New products

Grafotronic launches two new products

23 March 2022

New automation package and single anvil semi-rotary die-cutting module

Finishing & embellishment

ILS marks a 20-year milestone

23 March 2022

Company's extensive customer base includes leading brand names

People

Hans Hjort joins Hamillroad Software

17 March 2022

Hjort appointed as senior application specialist

Installations

Intellistor increases capacity with Lemorau MEBR+

16 March 2022

South African converter invests in modular finishing equipment

Installations

Printela installs Cartes digital finishing system

09 March 2022

Lithuanian converter adds Cartes Gemini GE363VJL

Finishing & embellishment

A B Graphic expands to third UK production site

09 March 2022

New site is close to Bridlington headquarters

Finishing & embellishment

Brotech appoints agent for Chile and Bolivia

08 March 2022

Ferrostaal Graphics to strengthen Brotech’s position in Latin America

Finishing & embellishment

ABG to sell, market and service Actega’s Ecoleaf

04 March 2022

Two companies formalize exclusive global partnership

Installations

Etiprint invests in Grafotronic equipment

01 March 2022

Portuguese label converter installs two Grafotronic machines

Finishing & embellishment

BGM gears up for Labelexpo Europe 2022

21 February 2022

British manufacturer to showcase latest range of BGM Elite machines

Finishing & embellishment

Insight appointed Scodix distributor in India

21 February 2022

Scodix strengthens distribution channel with second distributor in India

Finishing & embellishment

Bar Graphic Machinery opens European demo center

18 February 2022

New demo center in Germany in collaboration with agent PorterPac

New products

Collamat launches linerless label applicators

18 February 2022

Linerfree applicators are available as belt and tamp-on applicators

Installations

Hulco Printers adds GM finishing unit

16 February 2022

US converter adds DC350NANO finishing unit to service growing demand

New products

Xeikon launches new Label Converting Unit series

15 February 2022

New LCU series offers flexibility, cloud connection and full integration

Finishing & embellishment

Hitting perfect 21

03 February 2022

Coastal Labels evolves into Sullwald Printing Solutions

New products

Grafotronic launches Haptic embellishing modules

02 February 2022

Three new embellishment modules with hot stamping and screen printing

Installations

Sonnentor invests in GM’s digital finisher

31 January 2022

German food manufacturer invests in in-house labeling line

Installations

Screen installs Refine finishing machines

27 January 2022

Two Refine Compact 2 finishing machines installed at Screen demo centers

Finishing & embellishment

LemuGroup America established

21 January 2022

Paper converting machine manufacturer strengthens North American presence

Installations

Diversified Labeling adds ABG turret rewinder

20 January 2022

US converter sees growth in pressure-sensitive labels, expands production

Installations

Natrop invests in N78 Plus Polar cutter

19 January 2022

German print shop adds second Polar cutter

Brand owners & design

Seeing through touch

19 January 2022

L&L investigates how braille and tactile elements can be used in packaging

Ancillary equipment

Reborn opens new factory in China

18 January 2022

New facility to triple annual production capacity

Installations

Solopress invests in Konica Minolta’s Motioncutter

11 January 2022

First UK customer orders new digital high-speed laser system

Ancillary equipment

WLE changes name to boon-tech

10 January 2022

New strategy and updated portfolio will be showcased at Labelexpo Europe

Installations

DSL expands production capacity

21 December 2021

US-based converter makes significant investment in new equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Polar celebrates record sales

20 December 2021

German manufacturer celebrates 130,000 machines sold to date

Installations

Weightron invests in two Rotocon Ecoline machines

20 December 2021

Converter purchases RSI 340 slitter rewinder and RFP 340 8-color LED press

Installations

Juih Tay invests in Grafotronic HI3

10 December 2021

Thailand-based converter adds slitting and rewinding capability

Installations

Etichettificio Il Nastro acquires Lemorau ICR3

02 December 2021

Italian converter adds inspection, slitter and rewinder machine

Finishing & embellishment

Kongsberg appoints distributor in Oceania

26 November 2021

GMS Pacific to handle regional distribution and servicing

Installations

Espace Dupont invests in Lemorau equipment

26 November 2021

Triple investment to increase capacity and productivity

Finishing & embellishment

Paramount Labels dedicates entire room to BGM finishing equipment

Phil Wright, managing director of UK-based converter Paramount Labels speaks to L&L about the recent investment in Bar Graphic Machinery equipment…

Flexible packaging

BGM doubles production capacity

24 November 2021

Expanded facilities to house new dedicated machine shop

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic expands production capacity

23 November 2021

Investments to double capacity at Polish manufacturing sites

Installations

Mezzadri installs Grafotronic finishing machines

10 November 2021

Italian converter installs two Grafotronic CF2 finishing equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Accraply launches new Revolve platform

Joe Leonard, regional sales executive and converting product line leader at Accraply, discusses his career in labels and the new Revolve platform,…

Installations

Labfax opts for two Focus flexo presses

02 November 2021

Two Reflex machines to boost production capacity and print quality

Finishing & embellishment

Labeltech appoints distributor for DACH market

01 November 2021

Dortschy becomes Labeltech distributor in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

Finishing & embellishment

Nebigraf appointed GM’s agent in Italy

28 October 2021

Nebigraf adds Danish finishing equipment to its portfolio

Conventional printing

Edale expands service in Greece and Cyprus

26 October 2021

British manufacturer appoints Lithomecanica regional agent

Installations

Bioneer installs nine Herma labelers

20 October 2021

Korean biotech company adds nine applicators to label Covid-19 test kits

Finishing & embellishment

GM appoints agent in India

19 October 2021

Printers Supply Company to distribute GM products in India

Installations

Aztec Label invests in two ABG turret rewinders

18 October 2021

British converter boosts productivity following increased customer demand

Installations

BD Sérigraphie acquires three Lemorau machines

14 October 2021

Triple investment for new French production plant in Castejelous

Installations

Paramount dedicates finishing room to BGM

13 October 2021

British converter invests in three pieces of finishing equipment from BGM

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic’s ambitious plans

12 October 2021

International expansion, new technology and high-level recruitment

Finishing & embellishment

A B Graphic maintains strong sales growth

07 October 2021

The manufacturer sees growth despite pandemic and supply chain challenges

Finishing & embellishment

GM partners with SCIPRIOS

04 October 2021

Partnership to develop coating technology for R&D and printed electronics

Finishing & embellishment

A B Graphic opens production facility in Spain

30 September 2021

New manufacturing facility to expand company’s global footprint

Installations

Special Screen installs Grafotronic DCL2

30 September 2021

Modular finishing machine is equipped in 100m/min die-cutting unit

People

Leadership changes at Actega

28 September 2021

Jan Franz Allerkamp to lead Actega’s paper and board business line

New products

Colordyne and Adphos develop dryer for ChromaPlex

21 September 2021

NIR30-375-E dryer is designed for Colordyne’s ChromaPlex LT print engine

People

Highcon appoints industry veteran Juergen Freier

21 September 2021

Freier has been appointed to the role of VP and GM Highcon Europe

People

Leadership developments at API Foilmakers

20 September 2021

Kenny Gilmour appointed as new MD and Will Oldham promoted to chairman

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocontrol appoints agent in Europe

17 September 2021

MCA Pro will provide sales and service support in Austria and Switzerland

Brand owners & design

Industry leaders collaborate to innovate

14 September 2021

Innovation incubator for creatives kicks off with a limited-edition book

New products

ABG launches enhanced DigiLase 4.0

14 September 2021

Individual piece options for direct from web sticker and label production

Finishing & embellishment

PowerDrop revolution comes to viscous coating

09 September 2021

New non-contact coating technology allows jetting of viscous fluids

Finishing & embellishment

ABG paddlers get ready for charity event

06 September 2021

Twenty-strong team to raise funds for local charity

Finishing & embellishment

Prati launches Fastlane online support platform

06 September 2021

Fastlane to provide Prati’s customers with faster technical assistance

Installations

VIP Label installs Epson and GM equipment

02 September 2021

Argentine converter enters digital printing and finishing market

Finishing & embellishment

Kongsberg acquires MultiCam

24 August 2021

Acquisition reinforces Kongsberg’s position in digital finishing market

People

Kongsberg appoints new EMEA sales director

23 August 2021

Wim Brunsting joins Kongsberg from Canon Production Printing

Installations

Swiss converter P. Lenzlinger installs Brotech CDF

20 August 2021

Switzerland-based converter invests in Brotech finishing system

Finishing & embellishment

GM appoints agent in Thailand

12 August 2021

Cyber SM to distribute GM products in Thailand

Installations

Abbott Label invests in Rotoflex machines

09 August 2021

Converter installs three finishing machines following record trading year

Installations

Hub Labels expands embellishment capabilities

03 August 2021

Converter invests in GM’s hot foil unit with hot stamping and embossing

Installations

Max. Aarts upgrades Matho waste system

03 August 2021

The upgrade includes an additional matrix and edge trimming machine

Installations

Leo Designs and Packaging installs Brotech-CDF-330

30 July 2021

Equipment was supplied by Weldon Celloplast

Installations

Leo Designs acquires Brotech digital finisher

29 July 2021

Indian converter expands digital finishing capabilities

Digital printing

Jingangliu deepens digital transformation

29 July 2021

Chinese converter invests in Konica Minolta press and laser die-cutter

Digital printing

Digital finishing helps drive Springfield's succes

29 July 2021

Investment in digital finishing equipment attracts several new customers

New products

anytron launches new module for any-JETII

27 July 2021

South Korean manufacturer expands finishing capabilities for any-JETII

Digital printing

Cartes launches digital embellishment module

15 July 2021

Jet D-Screen multi-pass inkjet module is inspired by screen printing

Finishing & embellishment

S-OneLP offers virtual demos of Cellcoat T-Series

15 July 2021

S-OneLP offers 5 percent off a thermal laminator and free material rolls

Installations

Autajon invests in second Lemorau CRL 330

13 July 2021

French label converter increases capacity with new slitter-rewinder

Finishing & embellishment

GM names Beswick Machinery agent for South Africa

13 July 2021

Beswick has been supplying print equipment in South Africa for 40 years

Finishing & embellishment

Lemorau partners with Vetaphone

12 July 2021

Lemorau plans to grow through an expanding network of agents

Finishing & embellishment

Edale appoints agent in Middle East

06 July 2021

Phoenix to represent Edale in UAE, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar

Finishing & embellishment

GM appoints Redagraph as agent in Morocco

05 July 2021

New GM agent Redagraph has a strong focus on narrow web converting

New products

Vinsak adds VDP unit to Usar slitter-rewinder

01 July 2021

Usar now features inkjet unit with UV/IR drying and 100 percent inspection

People

IIMAK bolsters operations team

30 June 2021

Three new driven and experienced leaders join IIMAK

Installations

Jodi Etikketter installs GM LR250

30 June 2021

Swedish converter upgrades label rewinding capability

Installations

Hyderabad-based Medpack installs E-Diff system

25 June 2021

Enhanced die-cutting system for narrow web presses

Installations

German Barthel Group invests in GM converting line

22 June 2021

German converter produces 300,000sqm labels daily on six locations

Finishing & embellishment

Nippon Color launches DuoBlade WX digital finisher

21 June 2021

All-in-one digital finisher with four cutting heads

Finishing & embellishment

GM to show DC350Flex line at Label Congress 2021

21 June 2021

GM will be present at stand 621 at Label Congress 2021 in Chicago

Finishing & embellishment

ABG sponsors local educational charity

18 June 2021

Finishing equipment specialist sponsors learning programs for children

Finishing & embellishment

Quantum Design to exhibit at Label Congress 2021

18 June 2021

Quantum Design to showcase the latest equipment at Label Congress 2021

New products

Actega launches Signite decoration technology

16 June 2021

Premium no-label look with estimated 50 percent label waste reduction

People

Paolo Grasso joins Actega Metal Print

14 June 2021

Grasso appointed new sales director

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic announces Digital Innovation Days

08 June 2021

Virtual open house for innovation and trends in digital label finishing

Digital printing

Codimag and Edale create Web Tech Alliance

07 June 2021

Two manufacturers join forces to expand their offering and reach

Installations

Blue Print Labelling invests in Ecoline equipment

04 June 2021

Converter installs RFP flexo printing press and RSI slitter rewinder

Installations

NSD Labels installs Digicon 3

03 June 2021

Scottish label converter upgrades existing finishing equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Young managers – Nicole Rivera

02 June 2021

Nicole Rivera discusses stepping into labels and working with her father.

Installations

Danish Elefantprint invests in GM LC350

01 June 2021

Label converter expands its portfolio with new capabilities

Installations

Astron Packaging in Dubai installs ABG Digicon

31 May 2021

Astron has multiple ABG equipment at its India plant

Finishing & embellishment

GM appoints agent in Chile

31 May 2021

GrafiSoft to provide GM label products and customer service

Finishing & embellishment

Univacco receives compostability certification

27 May 2021

Substrates decorated by Univacco hot foil 705 leave no toxic residues

Installations

Carlucci opts for Cartes GT Series machine

26 May 2021

Italian converter expands production capabilities with Cartes GT365VSHSR

Installations

Surinamese converter invests in Lemorau MEBR+ 330

20 May 2021

Pro Pint expands its production capacity with digital finishing machine

Finishing & embellishment

BGM signs Nekkorb as distributor in Australasia

20 May 2021

New Zealand-based to distribute BGM’s equipment in the region

Finishing & embellishment

Rotocontrol appoints partner in Benelux

19 May 2021

Albyco to distribute Rotocontrol label products in the Dutch market

People

ABG bolsters German sales team to meet demand

18 May 2021

Dirk Raming joins ABG's German sales team

Flexible packaging

ABG expands portfolio with Enprom's equipment

11 May 2021

Range of seaming, doctoring and cutting equipment added to ABG’s offering

Installations

General Data invests in HP Indigo 6900 press

10 May 2021

New press and finishing equipment enables company to pursue new markets

Conventional printing

Lombardi launches Flexoworld, a new virtual multi-streaming event

Over three days, Lombardi Converting Machinery will take you into the world of flexography, showcasing themed presentations covering finishing, narrow…

Finishing & embellishment

Dantex Group prepares for post-Covid operation

07 May 2021

New demo facility to accommodate broad range of equipment

Finishing & embellishment

Kolbe-Coloco completes EcoLeaf beta program

05 May 2021

Kolbe-Coloco was the first EcoLeaf customer in March 2020

Finishing & embellishment

GM celebrates 40th anniversary

04 May 2021

Family-owned business experienced rapid growth over past few years

Digital printing

Analog to digital - inkjet printing of Aqueous varnish

Digital inkjet printing of water-based overprint varnish as the final stage of print finishing - no problem with the RC1536A printhead from Seiko…

Finishing & embellishment

Lykke Trusbak discusses GM's new demo center

In the latest installment of the Coffee with… series, Lykke Trusbak with GM discusses the new demonstration center and the DC330MINI compact label…

Installations

Griff adds slitting capacity

28 April 2021

To increase productivity and decrease lead times

Installations

Pragati Label installs any-Cut III

27 April 2021

Mumbai based label converter bags new orders with the investment

Installations

Acorn Labels installs Daco finishing unit

22 April 2021

The installment will boost productivity and help maintain competitive edge

Installations

Channeled Resources installs Catbridge slitter

22 April 2021

Investment for faster and precise slitting

People

Worldwide Label Equipment appoints new MD

21 April 2021

Talarek previously worked at HP Indigo's Labels and Packaging segment

Finishing & embellishment

Grafotronic opens offices in Italy

19 April 2021

Grafotronic Italia to offer local sales and support in the country

Installations

Vinsak installs ABG RTS sheeter at JK Fine Prints

16 April 2021

For accuracy in the sheeting process

Brand owners & design

Covert technologies: Digital watermarks

Jay Sperry, platform evangelist, Digimarc on Covert technologies: Digital watermarks

Brand owners & design

Covert technologies: NFC/RFID

Tony Fazhev, business development manager, NFC Europe on Covert technologies: NFC/RFID

Brand owners & design

Covert technologies: Inks

Michael Brice, vice president, sales and business development, INX INternational Ink Co and Keith Goldstein, chief operating officer, VerifyMe on…

Brand owners & design

Overt technologies: Tamper-evident materials

Michael Welch, senior product manager, durables (North America), Avery Dennison on Overt technologies: Tamper-evident materials

Finishing & embellishment

Mark Andy organizes webinar for students

14 April 2021

The webinar will introduce graphic arts students to the label industry

Finishing & embellishment

EMT International launches new website

13 April 2021

New features make it easier to learn more about EMT services and products

Brand owners & design

Overt technologies: Holograms

Dr. Paul Dunn, chair, International Hologram Manufacturers Association / director of technology innovation, OpSec Security on Overt technologies:…

Installations

Jordan based GM agent opens new showroom

13 April 2021

Customers can experience live demos

Installations

Vitale Etiquette invests in Lemorau ICR3 450mm

12 April 2021

To speed up and increase production capacity

Installations

Pacific Innovations installs Anycut III

07 April 2021

Building in-house label printing and finishing capability

Installations

Enterprise invests in SEI Laser Labelmaster

01 April 2021

The digital finishing system saves reduces waste by up to 75 percent

Finishing & embellishment

Esko closes sale of Kongsberg to OpenGate Capital

01 April 2021

New business, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems, headed by Stuart Fox

Finishing & embellishment

Dantex now offers Kocher + Beck products

31 March 2021

Kocher + Beck finishing options to be used with Pico Presses

Finishing & embellishment

GRAW appointed Polish agent for GM

31 March 2021

Polish flexo specialist to distribute GM’s converting equipment

Sustainability

Foilco announces re-pulpability test results

30 March 2021

The results were independently conducted by SGS-IPS Testing

Finishing & embellishment

BGM shortlisted for Family Business of the Year

30 March 2021

British converting equipment manufacturer nominated for two awards

Installations

Limpet Labels installs ABG’s Digicon Series 3

30 March 2021

British printer maximizes growth opportunities with new finishing machine

Installations

Kalyar Replica invests in Bobst Vision K5

26 March 2021

Bangladeshi converter expands high-barrier metalized film capabilities

New products

GM launches LR250 label inspection rewinder

22 March 2021

New entry-level model machine features missing label detection system