Exopack, Britton Group, Kobusch, Paccor and Paragon join forces
3 May 2013
Five leading packaging companies Exopack, Britton Group, Kobusch, Paccor and Paragon Print & Packaging are to join forces and operate as one global company under…
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DS Smith Packaging gets smart with QR ordering
2 May 2013
By simply scanning pallets with their smartphones, customers of DS Smith Packaging’s Industrial Division can place repeat orders of heavy duty packaging. Pointing a smartphone…
Bar Graphic Machinery makes new portfolio additions
1 May 2013
Annemarie Rhodes, managing director Two new systems will deliver improved productivity in the digital converting and the flexible packaging-finishing sector both from Bar Graphic Machinery. …
Esko releases Full HD Flexo for flexible packaging
26 April 2013
Obtaining the combination of smooth highlight printing and gravure-like solid ink densities for flexible packaging is now easier with Esko’s Full HD Flexo. First…
Smurfit Kappa is the most decorated at EFIA awards
19 April 2013
Receiving a total of thirteen honours Smurfit Kappa had a successful night at the 2013 European Flexographic Industry Association Awards. The awards includied three gold,…
Clondalkin Group invests in booklet label machine
16 April 2013
Continuing to develop clinical trial packaging standards, Clondalkin Group has invested in Prati Vegaplus booklet label manufacturing and finishing equipment. The investment was made at…
Label Apeel and Sherwood Press launch alliance
8 April 2013
In a bid to offer clients a more strategic and stronger packaging and print service, Label Apeel has formed a partnership with packaging specialists, the…
FlexoProof proofing solution has a crucial role to play
6 March 2013
YRG Group, a full-service packaging print solutions provider has invested in the GMG FlexoProof proofing solution as proofing becomes the most crucial aspect of its…
Engineering apprenticeship programme is renewed
4 March 2013
Bobst has shown its commitment to training in the UK by renewing its engineering apprenticeship programme. The programme is designed to produce qualified engineers able…
Full of Eastern promise
18 February 2013
With its unequivocal commitment to optimising materials resource combined with a natural ability for developing innovative solutions that often appear to be quite simple, the…
Growth in label market reflected in show event
14 February 2013
easyFairs continues to expand its exhibition activities and has for the 2013 NEC event added Labelling Innovation. This will be co-located with Packaging Innovations, Ecopack,…
New M9 press for packaging launched with an open house
13 February 2013
Gidue recently opened its doors to present the new M9 ‘all in one pass’ multi-process press for the carton and packaging industry. The Italian manufacturer…
RotoMetrics advances commitment of quality
7 February 2013
Two new appointments have been announced by RotoMetrics. Kerry Beaver has been appointed to the role of manufacturing director, Eureka, while Bandev ‘Naz’ Nawaz joins…
Digital packaging print offers more flexibility to brand owners
29 January 2013
Digitally printed lidding film from Shere Print There have been several events recently debating digital labels and packaging. In October, Smithers Pira attracted nearly…
Flexcel Direct helps drive sales growth
28 January 2013
Germany’s Sächsische Walzengravur GmbH (SWG) has invested in the new Kodak Flexcel Direct System for direct laser engraving of elastomer sleeves and plates. The Frankenberg…