US trade plate supplier switches to ‘reduced solvent’ plate
17 January 2024
Excelsior Marking has adopted Asahi Photoproducts’ AFP-R reduced solvent flexo plates, gaining subsequent improvements in solvent use and processing times.
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LeadEdge unveils bio-based plate mounting for corrugated
15 January 2024
The product, cbak evolve, is a bio-based Polyethylene incorporating at least 30% bio-based material, that combines ‘exceptional corrugated print performance with resource-efficient design’.
Packaging Innovations show announces full speaker program
8 January 2024
More than 30 sessions of educational content are scheduled for two-day Birmingham trade fair, featuring major brands and packaging supply chain participants.
Flexo papers for home composting unveiled
12 December 2023
Products including barrier, coated one side and speciality kraft papers from UPM Specialty Papers are now certified to recognised home composting standards.
Mondi kraft packaging papers get compostable certification
1 November 2023
The substrate manufacturer said the certification underpins its Mondi Action Plan 2030 commitment to make all its packaging and paper products reusable, recyclable or compostable…
New self-adhesive label film from Herma
23 October 2023
Herma rPE white rv PE film consists of 50% post-consumer recycled material, 50% new plastic, but is priced at a level that ‘almost corresponds’ to…
Aztec Label invests in additional Fujifilm plate systems
28 September 2023
UK firm looks for added sustainability and productivity with second C-Touch plate processor and new water filtration unit.
Smurfit Kappa adds WestRock to create new ‘Go-To’ packaging entity
20 September 2023
Smurfit WestRock will be a 'global leader' in sustainable packaging, with solutions across renewable, recyclable and biodegradable packaging.
Bobst CI event to address flexible packaging issues
19 September 2023
The one-day event in Bielefeld, Germany, on Thursday 26 October carries the theme ‘Unwrap the future of flexible packaging’.
FINAT launches carbon footprint initiative as curtain falls on Labelexpo
15 September 2023
Label and flexible packaging gathering in Brussels attracted decent visitor levels, with new technology launches and educational elements at the forefront.
David Parker returns to Fujifilm to support Flenex plate business
8 September 2023
Mr Parker moves back to Fujifilm as category manager for analogue packaging for the EMEA region, after a spell with Miraclon.
Berlekamp joins Coveris to lead sustainability drive
5 September 2023
Former adapa Group sustainability lead Dr Martin Berlekamp will take packaging manufacturer Coveris's No Waste strategy forward.
Nägele improves green performance with bespoke plate set-up
7 August 2023
Wastewater from repro company's FlexCel NX processing unit is recycled using a specially designed filtration system, while 100% of energy used is generated in-house.
EPR fees delayed in the UK until October 2025
27 July 2023
Producer packaging fees within the proposed Extended Producer Responsibility scheme have been deferred for 12 months to October 2025.
‘Stunning’ wins for Winpack after platemaking move
18 July 2023
Installation of the CrystalClearConnect automated flexo platemaking system at the Georgia company is the first in North America.