Bobst partners with Packitoo
7 May 2024
Bobst has partnered with French company Packitoo, a specialist in packaging sector software, strengthening Bobst’s vision of ‘digitalising and connecting the entire packaging value chain,…
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Dairi-Pak increases its box making capacity
3 May 2024
After operating an older generation Autobox box making machine for approximately 20 years, Dairi-Pak, an independent corrugated sheet plant, has installed a new Kobus Autobox…
Contact first to install three Esko Crystal lines in Europe
2 May 2024
UK, flexo prepress company Contact Originators (Contact) has expanded its offering into the flexible packaging and label markets following the installation of a third automated…
ABG launches Vectra AutoSet turret rewinder
30 April 2024
A B Graphics (ABG) has launched Vectra AutoSet, the latest addition to its Vectra family of turret rewinders that includes the Vectra ECTR and HDTR…
MPS to hold label Masterclass in June
26 April 2024
Flexo press manufacturer MPS Systems is running a ‘Masterclass’ event in June, which it says is tailored specifically for label converters in the UK.
Smithers report predicts reuse and refill market growth
23 April 2024
Data in the latest Smithers report, ‘The Future of Reusable and Refillable Packaging to 2029’, shows that in 2024 the global value of the re-use…
Preaching to the digitally converted
22 April 2024
Development of digital converting systems has been stepped up to meet the increased capabilities of the latest digital presses, and there are options for different…
API Foilmakers strengthens distribution network with acquisitions
19 April 2024
API Foilmakers, specialist in the field of transfer technologies with leading products in hot stamping foils, cold foils, digital, pigment and speciality foils, with its…
Miraclon and Bobst reinforce strategic partnership
18 April 2024
Having begun their strategic partnership eight years ago, Miraclon and Bobst have reinforced their co-operation with Miraclon being named as the plate technology partner in…
Siegwerk partners with Borouge on mono-material development
18 April 2024
Ink and coatings manufacturer Siegwerk is partnering with petrochemicals company Borouge in developing 100% recyclable mono-material packaging products that are designed for the circular economy.
XSYS streamlines plate processing with new Catena LED exposure unit
16 April 2024
Flexo plate and equipment manufacturer XSYS has introduced a new automated plate imaging and exposure integration that will bring increased efficiency and reduced waste for…
Orchestrating automation
16 April 2024
Like a world class conductor at the head of the orchestra, MIS software today increasingly plays a role in synthesizing multiple business and production systems…
Walkers reduces virgin plastic waste with new paper Snack A Jacks packs
15 April 2024
Walkers has today announced the rollout of new, paper outer bags for all Snack A Jacks multipacks, which parent company PepsiCo says will reduce the…
Zeus acquires integrated corrugated manufacturer Weedon
15 April 2024
Zeus, the independently owned global packaging group, has announced its acquisition of The Weedon Group, an independent integrated corrugated manufacturer. This acquisition underscores Zeus Group’s increased…
Speaker line up unveiled for 2024 Global Connected Packaging Summit
8 April 2024
Expert speakers from a range of sectors will deliver insights around technology, innovation, packaging, branding and sustainability at the fourth annual Global Connected Packaging Summit,…