ModTek installs Dantex PicoJet 330S

US-based converter ModTek has installed PicoJet 330s, a digital hybrid label press manufactured by Dantex, to increase its production capacity.

ModTek has installed PicoJet 330s, a digital hybrid label press manufactured by Dantex, to increase its production capacity

With the success of its first Dantex PicoColour digital label press installed in November 2020, ModTek has partnered up with Dantex again and purchased the second digital press installed in April 2022.

‘The PicoColour is an excellent entry-level machine, and it does everything that we need,’ commented Shawn Borman, owner of ModTek. ‘The inks are highly durable, and the press is very user-friendly. We did, however, quickly realize that we needed more throughput. The PicoJet 330s is significantly more comprehensive, three times the speed of the PicoColour, and has superb print quality. In certain areas, we can complete 40 hours of work from the PicoColour in about 10 hours on the PicoJet.’ 

Having the PicoJet installed for a few months, ModTek is already seeing the advantages of having a fully integrated hybrid digital label press, rivaling the capabilities of their conventional presses. 

‘Another plus is having a flexo station on our PicoJet. It enables us to transition from flexo to digital without changing substrates or constructions. We can also use unsupported laminations, which save money and is much quieter than a traditional self-wound lamination. Finally, the flexibility of adding to this press in the future is key - this is a true label press and fully modular,’ added Borman.

In terms of new business opportunities, ModTek has found that the food and beverage industry boutique markets are an excellent fit for the PicoJet 330s, especially regarding seasonal items where quantities are smaller, and the demand for high quality is essential.

Ben Danon, CEO of Dantex Group, commented: ‘It is great to see a success story like this. ModTek trusted Dantex to help it start its digital journey with the excellent PicoColour and then had the confidence in us to help them raise the bar to our flagship printing press. PicoJet is a fantastic digital press that sets new standards in digital print technology. ModTek is a true partner to Dantex, and we wish it much success with its new PicoJet 330s hybrid.’

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