Etilisa installs eighth Digicon
19 October 2026
Having entered production in September, the new Digicon combines a one-metre-diameter unwind with corona treatment and web guiding, a 50-tonne Big Foot hot foil and…
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ABG expands with new Polish operation
14 July 2026
The new dedicated presence will give Polish label and packaging converters local commercial support, faster response times and closer collaboration with ABG.
Pubbliservice doubles up on Cartes technology
15 June 2026
The newly installed machine is configured with varnishing and semi-rotary die-cutting units and will complement the company’s existing Cartes GT360 Series machine, model GT363SHR, which…
Nordvalls installs unwind/splicer to remove converting bottleneck
1 June 2026
Nordvalls Etikett has installed a new Martin Automatic MBS unwind/splicer on an ABG Omega slitting/rewinding line to eliminate a production bottleneck caused by the Omega…
BGM launches Compact finishing range
28 May 2026
Bar Graphic Machinery (BGM) has introduced two new finishing machines, the Compact and Compact Pro, aimed at digitally printed label applications requiring lamination, varnish and…
ABG launches compact laminator for flexpack
23 April 2026
ThermoLam, a new thermal laminator, is designed to “deliver faster production, greater agility and improved sustainability” for flexible packaging manufacturers, says the company.
Foilco acquired by Washin
14 April 2026
The acquisition is expected to expand Foilco’s product offering, providing access to Washin’s portfolio of more than 3000 colours and over 300 grade formulations.
OMC to sell BGM finishing kit in Spain/Portugal
24 March 2026
The strategic partnership for the distribution of Bar Graphic's label finishing products adds to OMC's label and packaging presence in the Iberian peninsula.
Thimm strengthens corrugated converting capabilities
4 March 2026
Thimm has expanded production capabilities at its Romanian site, investing in a series of converting and finishing equipment machines from Bobst.
Martin Automatic installs custom “bridge” system at Römer
2 March 2026
Römer Etikett has installed a Martin Automatic non-stop unwind and splice system featuring an overhead “bridge” web path on its Mark Andy press at its…
Friedheim brings Sun Automation corrugated technology to UK
24 February 2026
Friedheim International has been appointed the exclusive UK sales partner for Sun Automation Group, expanding its presence in the corrugated packaging sector.
ABG pushes automation further with new solution
23 February 2026
A B Graphic International (ABG) has expanded its finishing and converting portfolio with the launch of its Integrated Nonstop Unwind.
Desmedt targets uptime gains in “world-first” installation
17 February 2026
Desmedt Labels has become the “first in the world” to install a Mark Andy digital hybrid press fitted with Martin Automatic non-stop unwind/splice technology, according…
Starcodegroup invests in Rotocon print and finishing technology
27 January 2026
The investment in Rotocon's Chrome RFP 450S 8-colour sleeve machine with folding option and three RDF 540/580 fully automatic blank label solutions is part of…
ABG celebrates 20 years with German open house
19 January 2026
A B Graphic International (ABG) will host an open house event on 15 and 16 April 2026, at its German facility in Baesweiler, to celebrate ABG’s…