The Label Makers adds second Durst Tau 330

The Label Makers installed the UK’s first Durst Tau 330 three years ago. Since then, it has been so successful in developing new business using digital UV inkjet that it has taken a second system that is now in full production at its headquarters in Bradford, according to Durst. The sale was confirmed at Labelexpo Europe 2015.

The new Durst Tau 330 comes with improved web tension control and a chill drum for printing flexible film and difficult heat-sensitive materials.  Like its sister press, it also has the ability to print a strong white for clear materials. Seven colors help The Label Makers hit 94 percent of all Pantone colors.

David Webster, managing director of The Label Makers, said the company saw customers ‘demanding’ their work be printed using UV inkjet digital technology on the Durst Tau 330. ‘We have found the technology to be fantastic in the lift and vibrancy that the inks have given to our customers’ labels, particularly in the health, beauty and pharmaceutical markets where customers require the silk screen look.

‘The lightfastness capabilities are also attractive to the industrial and horticultural market sectors.’

The company’s investment has also included further digital printing technology, digital finishing, other finishing equipment and software.

‘As a pioneer, we’re constantly wanting to keep ahead of the curve, and a massive learning one it’s been,’ said Webster. ‘However, this new machine was up and running within three days of delivery. This new technology has opened so many doors, which is why we needed the new Durst press.’

Helmuth Munter, segment manager for labels and packaging printing at Durst Phototechnik, said: ‘The Label Makers started double-shift operations shortly after installing the first system. This speaks volumes, as does the fact that its customers are making specific requests for their work to be done on our systems. We’re proud to be supporting The Label Makers with another Durst Tau 330 as it grows its business using UV inkjet digital technology.’

Pictured: Helmuth Munter (left) and David Webster in front of the Durst systems at The Label Makers’ headquarters