The new Sirius 100 range of pressure-sensitive labeling systems from global manufacturer Accraply is specifically designed to meet the modern demands of today’s fast-moving, highly flexible production lines, said the company – adding that it’s transformed technology-driven linear labeling of its high speed systems into “an extremely cost-effective single and twin-head labeling solution.” Features include … Read more →
Exhibitors can now register online for Virtual Drupa 2021 April 20 – 23, the world’s largest tradeshow for printing technologies originally planned as a live event April 20 – 28 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Free online registration for visitors will begin in March. The basic exhibitor package includes a presence in the Exhibition Space – with … Read more →
Many printers, in order to survive in today’s challenging marketplace, are looking to add new revenue streams. One of the most promising is packaging print. But how can commercial printers move into this popular, growing sector? What technology will best expedite the switch in manufacturing – offset or digital? Should growth be through acquisitions or … Read more →
Extending its global leadership in enterprise labeling and artwork management, Loftware, (Portsmouth, New Hampshire), a global leader in enterprise labeling and artwork management solutions, and NiceLabel, a leading worldwide developer of label management systems, have announced that they’re combining under the Loftware corporate umbrella. The new union will give customers and partners an expanded choice … Read more →
Leading trade-only printer Cambridge Label (Cambridge, Ontario), the largest printer of trade labels in Canada, has self-installed a DC330 MINI Label Converter from manufacturer Grafisk Maskinfabrik A/S of Birkerød, Denmark in just one day using the OEM’s Visual Guide. With built-in functions such as semi-rotary die-cutting, varnishing, laminating, slitting and more, the new machine will … Read more →
W+D (Lenexa, Kansas), a leading manufacturer of envelope converting, inserting and printing technology, has released the world’s first envelope converting solution for digital press owners looking to leverage the 1:1 personalization and data-driven print capabilities of their high quality inkjet or toner printers for direct-mail envelopes – the W+D 410i Intelligent Envelope Finishing System. “The … Read more →
Printed folding-carton specialist Netpak Packaging (Anjou, Quebec) has introduced new automated technology and increased its production capacity at its Montreal plant by over 30% in the finishing department, with an investment of more than $2 million (CDN). In line with the company’s core values of excellence and ongoing commitment to innovation, automation and technology, Netpak … Read more →
Carl Weger, President of The Sign Association of Canada’s Board of Directors, has released an announcement confirming that The Sign Association of Canada/Association Canadienne de L’Enseigne (SAC-ACE) has voted to cancel this year’s annual event, Sign Expo Canada 2021. The signage and large-format industry’s tradeshow had been scheduled to take place September 9-11 at The … Read more →
RadTech (Chevy Chase, Maryland), a leading U.S. non-profit organization for ultraviolet and electron-beam technologies (UV+EB), has elected Dr. Susan Bailey from Michelman as its President. In addition, Michael Gould from Rahn USA, was nominated as President Elect to assume office in 2023. More new members were also elected to serve a two-year term. They include: … Read more →
The Flexographic Technical Association (FTA – Bohemia, New York) and its Forum 2021, the 63rd iteration of the flexographic industry’s largest technical conference, will show how to Prosper Through Efficiency when it convenes May 2-5, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri. “We’re all anxious to leave 2020 behind, but this year taught us valuable lessons about … Read more →
To ensure that strict compliance with worldwide food and pharmaceutical manufacturers that meets internationally recognized food safety requirements, Beneco Packaging/SoOpak.com (Brampton, Ontario) a leading North American offset and custom packaging specialist, has added a number of key new certifications and initiatives for its paperboard packaging clients. In December, the company once again earned the coveted … Read more →
Rotoflex’s Canadian Regional Office (Mississauga, Ontario), a Mark Andy company specializing in converting and finishing solutions, will soon be moving to a new and more efficient building in the coming weeks. The new facility is also located in Mississauga just a few miles away, and is currently in the final stages of preparation to receive … Read more →