Flint Group prepares comprehensive Labelexpo presence

Flint Group has confirmed it will showcase its latest technologies for the label and packaging industries at Labelexpo Europe 2025, scheduled to take place in Barcelona from September 16-19. The company's Narrow Web and Digital divisions will occupy two booths, representing Flint Group's largest-ever presence at the event.

The exhibition comes as the show moves to Barcelona for the first time after four decades in Brussels. Flint Group plans to use this new venue to introduce what it describes as its most advanced FCM UV Hg ink technology to date.

'Flint Group is eager to exhibit from an exciting new location and is preparing a distinctive show experience to unveil an important innovation,' said Niklas Olsson, European product manager for narrow web. 'At the show, the team will proudly introduce its most advanced FCM UV Hg ink technology to date - an evolution that reflects our ongoing commitment to safe, compliant and high-performance packaging technologies.'

The company will address current market challenges, including regulatory compliance, sustainability demands and operational efficiency.

'We closely monitor market dynamics and understand the challenges printers face - from regulatory compliance and food safety to packaging circularity and the reduction of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions,' explained Olson. 'The technologies we will present at Labelexpo reflect our strong commitment to these priorities, both for our customers and our business.'

Anna Niewiadomska, marketing manager for narrow web, added: 'Our technologies are engineered for today's demands and tomorrow's challenges. Complex substrates, challenging applications and evolving regulations require printers to adopt innovative technologies that ensure performance, safety and circularity. Flint Group delivers on all three.'

The Narrow Web division will feature FCM inks, including the established EkoCure Ancora dual-cure series, alongside the new UV Hg curing system designed for food-safe packaging applications. The company will also display its Evolution Series products that enhance label recyclability and support circular packaging models.

Vivo Colour technologies will include the new Vico ColourMatch module, designed for faster brand shade matching and efficient press return management. The division will also showcase efficiency-focused innovations aimed at improving productivity and reducing waste.

Flint Group's Digital division will demonstrate three key presses on the stand. The Xeikon LX3000, powered by Cheetah 3.0 dry toner technology, targets converters seeking sustainable, high-performance label production. The press features new Eco toners and energy-saving capabilities for short-run and food-safe applications.

The Xeikon PX3300HD promises breakthrough resolution with smoother gradients and sharper text for UV inkjet applications. Designed for industrial, health and beauty and beverage markets, the press combines speed, quality and durability.

The company will also show the Xeikon TX500 with in-line metallization from Kurz, described as an industry-first hybrid technology combining dry toner with metallized effects in a single pass. This setup targets premium wine and spirits labels and other high-end applications.

'For Xeikon, Labelexpo always feels like coming home. We know the label industry inside out, and we're proud to offer the right technology for every converter - whether that's UV inkjet or dry toner,' said Danny Mertens, marketing manager for Flint Group Digital. 'With our new Titon technology, we're introducing a next-generation toner that meets today's evolving packaging demands and regulatory pressures head-on.'

Flint Group CEO Pepyn Dinandt will attend the Barcelona show and emphasized the company's commitment to supporting printers beyond product demonstrations. 'Labelexpo is a highly valuable platform for Flint Group to meet and engage with printers from around the world and to turn inspiration into genuine opportunities,' he said.

'Those visiting our stand can expect so much more than product showcases and machine demonstrations. As a partner to printers, we are prepared to meet, guide and advise printers on their journey into a more sustainable and profitable future.'

The company's customer-facing team will be supported by specialists, including a global regulatory team, a product development team focused on sustainable innovation and a procurement team dedicated to responsible sourcing and supply continuity.