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LegoDigit installs HP Indigo 15K and HP PageWide 2200
Based in Lavis in the province of Trento, Italy, book manufacturer LegoDigit was founded in 2013 and has since become a reliable player in the production of books across Italy. LegoDigit prides itself on its vision that technological innovation drives value for its customers. By installing the HP Indigo 15K and HP PageWide Advantage 2200, LegoDigit drives forward technological innovation whilst simultaneously delivering on sustainability.
UPM Raflatac opens a new slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai, India
UPM Raflatac opens a new slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai, India. The new facility further improves service and quality to UPM Raflatac’s customers and strengthens the relationships in the region. “Our talented team has created a great workplace for our employees, a great facility to serve our customers and a great platform for growth. With the new modern facility, we can stock more material locally which will optimize lead times, enhance service, and help meet the diverse and dynamic needs of our customers,“ says Alan Wright, Senior Vice President, EMEIA Region, UPM Raflatac.
OE-A Business Climate Survey: Industry remains positive but cautious in 2024
The results of the latest OE-A Business Climate Survey show slightly lower expectations for 2024 compared to the projections made in the 2023 surveys. However, the decline is at a high level: For 2024, responding association members expect a 13 percent increase in revenue for the flexible and printed electronics industry.
Closing the loop with paper carrier bags
Less raw material, less waste, fewer emissions – the circular economy is at the top of the agenda. Choosing fibre-based packaging such as paper carrier bags is one piece of the puzzle that retailers and brand owners can complete to take the next step in contributing to the bio-based circular economy. Paper carrier bags are a welcome resource in the paper recycling mix. A member of the initiative “The Paper Bag” explains how paper carrier bags are recycled into new fibre-based products. An infographic shows the cycle of paper carrier bags.
Color-Logic certifies Ricoh Pro C7500 printer with Fiery RIP
Color-Logic, global player in metallic color systems and print embellishments, has announced the certification of the Ricoh Pro C7500 multifunction printer with Fiery RIP.
Mondi expands professional printing and converting papers portfolio from its Slovak mill
Mondi recently put a new slitting and rewinding unit into operation at its Slovak paper mill in Ružomberok. The equipment allows for an extended capacity in narrow reels thus complementing Mondi’s portfolio offering. “We want to give our customers supply security for their paper needs in folio and various reel widths and for this we needed to extend our narrow reel capacity,” explains Bernhard Cantzler, Marketing and Sales Director at Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper.
A focus on new solutions at Müller Martini
More visitors than expected and many interesting conversations: On February 22, Müller Martini invited German customers to a Finishing Focus Day at its Print Finishing Center in Zofingen. More than 50 people were enthusiastic about Müller Martini’s latest innovations.
BW Converting at Tissue Summit Brazil
With high pulp costs and scarcity of operator talent, Brazilian tissue converters are on a quest to boost capacity, reduce costs and simplify operations. BW Converting Solution’s Hygiene division will present its suite of next-level technologies at Tissue Summit Brazil that harness the power of automation to operate more efficiently and cost effectively, with a reduced environmental footprint.
New Andritz line successfully produces first fibers for Pavatex, France
International technology group Andritz has delivered a second fiber production line to Pavatex, a member of Soprema Group. The line, which includes a chip handling and pressurized refining system, has now successfully produced first fibers at the insulation board production facility in Golbey, France.
Kodak releases its 2023 Sustainability Report
At Kodak, shaping a sustainable future for the company, its customers and the planet is a top priority on the corporate agenda. This is substantiated by the release of the company’s 2023 Sustainability Report entitled “One World, One Kodak”. The report covers Kodak’s global business activities in 2022 and through to Q1 2023 and provides an overview of sustainability programs in place throughout the company and around the globe.
Hasselblad unveils the 907X & CFV 100C
Hasselblad introduces the 907X & CFV 100C, a fusion of modular design and advanced technologies that offer three distinctly different photographic abilities, presenting the most compatible Hasselblad 100-megapixel medium format camera to date. Building on its iconic design, the 907X & CFV 100C has been upgraded with a new 100-megapixel back-illuminated sensor, doubling the resolution of its predecessor, the 907X & CFV II 50C.
Toscotec to replace Yankee and steam plant at Papeco in France
French tissue manufacturer Papeteries du Cotentin (Papeco), purchased a TT SYD Steel Yankee Dryer and a complete high-performance steam and condensate plant from Toscotec to fully replace their existing cast iron dryer and steam system on PM3 at their Orval sur Sienne mill in Normandy. The project includes modifications to the machine for the new steam system and it is planned for start-up in the third quarter of 2024.
