Label & Litho invests in a Nilpeter FB-14

South African label converter Label & Litho has invested in a Nilpeter FB-14, marking the first installation of its kind in the country. The investment underlines Label & Litho’s continued commitment to innovation and Nilpeter’s growing presence on the African continent.
 
The FB-14 is Nilpeter’s latest addition to its renowned FB line of flexo presses. It is designed to deliver high-quality print in a compact footprint, strongly focusing on automation, quality and cost-effective production. 
 
The sale and successful coordination of the project was made possible by CSM, Nilpeter’s long-standing local partner in South Africa, who continues to play a key role in supporting Nilpeter customers throughout the region.
 
'It is always a special moment to confirm a new press order with Label & Litho. As a long-standing and loyal Nilpeter customer, our relationship goes far beyond business–it’s built on mutual trust, respect and shared values. I’ve had the honor of working with multiple generations of the family behind the company, and seeing our collaboration continue with the next generation fills me with great pride. With the new FB line, Label & Litho is once again making a strong statement in the South African market – and we are proud to be part of their journey forward,' said Jesper Jørgensen, global sales manager at Nilpeter.
 
Label & Litho will use the new FB-14 to produce a wide range of pressure-sensitive labels, wraparound labels and tags for industries such as food and beverage, household care, health and beauty, and industrial applications. The new press enhances its capabilities in delivering customized, high-quality labels with short lead times.
 
A third-generation family business, Label & Litho traces its roots back to the early 1960s. The company, as it is known today, was formed in 1996, when the Smit brothers merged their printing ventures, Esmar Printers and Akasia Rekenaarvorms en Ettikette. From its base in Rosslyn, Pretoria, the company serves customers across South Africa with flexographic, lithographic and digital printing services.
 
Dedicated to customization, quality and personal service, Label & Litho is known for printing customers’ imaginations and delivering tailored solutions that match unique requirements. The company is a level 2 BEE-certified business committed to sustainable growth and employee empowerment.
 
The FB-14 installation follows Nilpeter’s recent increased focus on the African market, highlighted by the company’s participation at Propak Africa in Johannesburg earlier this year. The press order with Labels & Litho confirms Nilpeter’s local relevance and its ambition to support the next generation of printers across the continent.