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Mondi Neusiedler reduces greenhouse gas emissions from its pulp production by over 20%
In April 2023, Mondi announced an investment programme for its uncoated fine paper mill in Lower Austria, Mondi Neusiedler, to increase energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase operational safety at the mill. “We are happy to confirm that projects totalling €20 million have now been clearly defined and approved with work already in progress. These upgrades will help Mondi Neusiedler to reduce the pulp mill´s greenhouse gas emissions by over 20%, while also reducing NOx emissions by up to 10% and gas consumption by around 25%,” explains Sakari Eloranta, Technical Director Uncoated Fine Paper at Mondi.
ERA invites members to share news and announces upcoming activities for 2024
The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is excited to start 2024 with a call to its members to share their news on the ERA website. In an effort to highlight the achievements and updates from its members, ERA encourages submissions to the “Member News” section. Members can send their stories in PDF format or as a link, accompanied by a picture or logo. ERA's public relations department is dedicated to featuring a diverse array of member stories on the website.
4evergreen announces new Chair and Co-Chair
4evergreen, Europe’s value chain alliance of over 110 members building a toolbox to propel fibre-based packaging towards a 90% recycling rate by 2030, appoints a new Chair and Co-Chair to lead the alliance. Chair Sarah Price, Director of Sustainability at Sappi and Co-Chair Andreas Walser, Managing Director at Hamburger Recycling , Member of Prinzhorn Group, will help drive the alliance’s strategy towards perfecting fibre-based packaging circularity from the design and manufacture phase to the collection, sorting and recycling of packaging materials.
ERA welcomes Midwest Print Solutions as a new member
The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is delighted to announce the addition of Midwest Print Solutions to its network of industry leaders. This new membership marks an expansion of ERA's influence into the North American market, further solidifying its position as a global authority in the field of printing and packaging.
Sappi concludes consultation process at Lanaken Mill; ceases paper production
The persistent global economic downturn is proving to be much tougher than anticipated with depressed markets, geopolitical instability and weak economic growth combining to put significant pressure on Sappi, particularly in Europe.
Storage conditions and environmental factors for print media
As the seasons change and we move through the winter, we are all taking steps to ensure we are ready for the cold and wet weather. This might be something as simple as putting on more layers when out and about or making sure the pressure on your car tyres is at the right level. Failure to prepare for winter is very much preparing to fail; and the same can be said when it comes to the print industry and what you can do to limit disruption at this time of year.
(By Kieran Blacknall, UK Academy Manager, at Drytac.)
Ferag opens engineering office in Graz
Ferag has opened a new location in Graz in Styria (Austria) - Ferag Engineering GRZ GmbH. This is an engineering office where the Swiss family-owned company is concentrating its expertise as a system integrator and solution designer in one place. “From now on, all countries in the Central Eastern Europe (CEE) region will be supported and accompanied with the accumulated Ferag know-how when awarding projects,” says Christian Klöckl-Greimel, Managing Director of Ferag Solution CEE GmbH.
Perego Carta presents Pergraphica® premium design papers at exclusive showroom in Florence
Consisting of both white and coloured design papers, the extensive Pergraphica® range of packaging and paper group Mondi is now fully listed with Italian paper merchant Perego Carta. To celebrate the occasion, Perego Carta held an exclusive opening event in cooperation with Mondi and Ricoh on 1 December 2023. The event was set to promote their new showroom in Florence, which vividly presents the Pergraphica® premium design paper range.
Touch7 announces full compliance with Adobe CC 2024
Color-Logic, worldwide distributor of Touch7, is pleased to announce that the Touch7 Color System is fully compliant with Adobe Creative Cloud 2024. Touch7 enables graphic designers and printers to accurately and predictably add neon and pastel colors into a design with just a few clicks of a mouse.
Simplified production and consistent results
Köstlin Prepress Services in Ditzingen, Southwest Germany, has always been open to technological innovations that increase efficiency and deliver cost savings, while allowing them to produce plates that deliver improved on-press productivity and consistent quality. This was also the company’s strategy in 2022 when they invested in PureFlexo Printing™ from Miraclon.
Koenig & Bauer and Durst Group commit to further capabilities in Joint Venture
Koenig & Bauer and Durst Group have committed to build further R&D capability in the joint venture company they set up almost five years ago to capitalize on the significant opportunities in folding carton and corrugated segments. The parent companies of Koenig & Bauer Durst GmbH will expand its operations in Radebeul, Germany.
XSYS launches digital configuration tool for rotec® adapters
XSYS has introduced the rotec® Adapter Configuration Tool, a comprehensive online product guidance and order request portal that gives printers direct access to fully customized adapters. By visiting the XSYS website, printers can effortlessly configure the exact adapter they require for their press by specifying all the technical details in one simple process. This streamlined approach contributes to a more efficient ordering process, where printers can receive their bespoke adapter in a shorter time frame.
