HP unveils Indigo 6K+ digital press for enhanced label production

HP has introduced the HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press, designed to meet growing demands in digital label production through enhanced productivity, operational robustness and versatility.

The new press builds on the proven HP Indigo 6K platform, which has seen over 2,300 units installed globally. The 6K+ incorporates the new SmartControlSystem and intelligent automation tools to maximize uptime and minimize waste for short- to medium-volume label production.

'As we advance HP Indigo's vision of Nonstop Digital Printing, we are proud to introduce the new HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press, featuring the groundbreaking SmartControlSystem for enhanced robustness and nonstop production,' said Noam Zilbershtain, VP and general manager at HP Indigo. 'This press is designed to help converters confidently say "yes" to any label job today and in the future.'

The SmartControlSystem aims to improve diagnostics, uptime and press reliability while enabling converters to produce more jobs per shift. The system integrates with automation and AI-powered tools including the HP PrintOS Suite, Automatic Alert Agent 2.0, HP Spot Master and HP Nio to provide real-time insights, shorter setup times and automated color management.

Beta customer feedback has been positive, with Summit Labels reporting up to 15 percent increased uptime compared to previous models. 'With the new SmartControlSystem, we are able to maximize our productivity by delivering up to 15 percent increased uptime, meaning Summit Labels can produce more jobs per shift while minimizing waste,' said Jordan Fischer, plant manager at Summit Labels.

The HP Indigo 6K+ supports a wide substrate range and complex applications including smart labels with brand protection features. It features seven ink stations and spot colors, covering up to 97 percent of the color gamut with specialty inks including Silver ElectroInk, Invisible and Fade-Resistant inks, and a comprehensive White ink portfolio.

Sustainability features include reduced media-related CO₂ emissions per job by up to 20 percent and decreased media waste through shorter job setup and execution. The press also supports substrates containing recycled and renewable materials.

HP will demonstrate the HP Indigo 6K+ at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona at booths E25 and D21 in hall 5. The press becomes available globally at the end of July 2025.