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UCIMA strengthens its presence in Africa
The international journey of We Make Packaging, the brand through which Ucima promotes Italian packaging technologies worldwide, continues. Following stops in the Philippines, South Africa, Vietnam, Algeria, and Uzbekistan, the world tour now moves to two new events on the African continent: Propak East Africa, scheduled to take place in Nairobi from May 20 to 22, and Propak Mena, set to be held in Cairo from June 2 to 4.
Mondi: Successful start up of new €400 million paper machine at Štětí
Mondi is pleased to announce that following the start-up of its state-of-the-art paper machine at its Štetí mill (Czech Republic) in December 2024, early production runs have demonstrated excellent results in terms of strength, runnability and consistent quality. The new machine enables Mondi to meet the rising demand for paper-based flexible packaging while strengthening the Group’s vertically integrated Paper Bags business. It also supports the optimisation of production efficiency across the Group’s entire kraft paper portfolio.
Lecta renews Ineris certification for its entire range of phenol-free Termax papers
Lecta reaffirms its commitment to innovation and sustainability by renewing the official “BPA Free - No Phenols Added” certification, guaranteeing the absence of Bisphenol A (BPA) and other phenolic compounds identified in the Ineris certification scheme, for its entire range of phenol- free Termax thermal papers.
Top-of-the-line Fiery DFE for Sharp BP-PE1200
Fiery, LLC, and Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) proudly announce a new release of the top- of-the-line Fiery DFE to superpower the Sharp BP- 1200S/C digital press. Based on the cutting-edge Fiery FS600 Pro software platform, the Fiery BP- PE12 DFE delivers maximized press performance, an expanded color gamut, and effortless automation tools that bring out the best results for your production printing needs.
Toyo Printing Inks launches new USD70 million factory in Turkey
Toyo Printing Inks, operating under the artience Group in the Manisa Organized Industrial Zone in western Turkey, inaugurated its new production facility built with an investment of USD70 million. The new factory stands out with its environmentally friendly design, advanced technological infrastructure and sustainable production methods.
Color-Logic certifies Fujifilm Revoria PC1120 for metallic printing
Color-Logic has expanded its certification of print solutions from Fujifilm North American Corporation, Business Innovation Division, in Hanover Park (Suburban Chicago), Illinois, to include the Revoria Press™ PC1120 Digital Press, due to its ability to print high-quality metallic effects on paper with silver and CMYK toner, as well as on metallic stocks using white and CMYK toner.
Seaway turns to latest Heidelberg technology
Operations at Seaway Printing in the USA, a long-standing customer of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), are geared toward maximum productivity. Above all else, Seaway combines technology and process automation to continuously elevate what’s possible in print. The book and magazine printer recently relocated to a new production facility in De Pere, in the US state of Wisconsin, thereby doubling its production capacity to handle the growth in its business.
Edubook enhances digital printing capabilities
Tecnau announces that Edubook AG, on-demand book producer, has invested in a new Revolution 50 AutoSetup system. This strategic acquisition will significantly enhance Edubook’s automated production capabilities, allowing for even greater efficiency, flexibility, and quality in delivering customized print products.
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DuPont™ Artistri® digital inks at FESPA
DuPont is excited to join the FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 from May 6 - 9 in Berlin, Germany. The event is Europe’s leading showcase for specialty print and signage, providing an excellent opportunity to network with industry professionals, explore new business prospects, and discover the latest technologies.
Innovative Kodak CTP solutions for any printer
This year, as Kodak celebrates the 30th anniversary of thermal plate imaging, the importance of computer-to-plate (CTP) for the printing industry remains undiminished. Offset printing is still the most predominant process in the print market even as digital printing continues to gain popularity and complement offset in today’s “and era” of print.
Fiery: High-performance DFEs for AccurioPress C14010/S and C12010/S
Fiery, LLC, and Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) proudly introduce the Fiery® IC-323 and IC-322 DFEs for the AccurioPress C14010/C12010 and white-toner enabled C14010S/C12010S production presses. Built on the Fiery FS600 Pro platform, these next-generation DFEs deliver unmatched processing speed, best-in-class color accuracy, intelligent automation, and new white toner support – helping you stay ahead of the competition and maximize profitability.
A feast for the eyes: Bösendorfer concert grand piano artfully staged on fine paper
Bösendorfer is one of the world's oldest and most revered piano manufacturers. The Viennese company has been manufacturing unique upright and grand pianos since 1828. Bösendorfer's high standards of quality, design and perfection in the construction of keyboard instruments is beautifully captured in their latest product catalogue. Printed on the luxurious Pergraphica® design paper from Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper, the catalogue is a tactile delight. The paper’s subtly understated shading and sumptuous surface perfectly complement the elegance of Bösendorfer instruments.
