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Faller Packaging acquires the property of All4Labels in Gebesee
Faller Packaging has acquired the property owned by All4Labels in Gebesee, a town in the German state of Thuringia. Its purpose is to establish a new production site for folding cartons and leaflets. The company based its decision on strategic analyses and a growth strategy that anticipates positive developments in Europe’s pharmaceutical and healthcare sector.
Heidelberg and Solenis agree on cooperation in the growth segment of paper packaging
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and Solenis, a manufacturer of specialty chemicals, announce a collaboration in the field of paper packaging at Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany. The aim of the agreement is to develop a cost-effective process to integrate barrier coatings for fiber-based packaging directly into the existing roll-fed flexo printing process with the Boardmaster from Heidelberg. Barrier coatings are used to prevent water or water vapor, hot and cold liquids, oils and fats from leaking out of or penetrating into paper packaging.
Emtec at ABTCP 2024 in Sao Paulo
The German developer, producer and distributor of innovative paper testing technologies will be present at the International Pulp and Paper Congress and Exhibition ABTCP 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, from October 1 to 3. emtec Electronic will showcase its wet-end control solutions and the objective softness-detecting TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer.
Exports up in 1st half of 2024, incoming orders below previous year
The German food machinery and packaging machinery industry increased its exports by 4 percent in the first half of 2024. In 2023, exports rose by 9 percent to 9.9 billion euros - a new record. Whether this level will be reached in the current year depends heavily on the further development of incoming orders.
Andritz starts up new DD-Washer for Hyogo Pulp Industries, Japan
International technology group Andritz has successfully started up a new DD-Washer drum displacer washer at the Tanigawa pulp mill of Hyogo Pulp Industries Ltd, a leading Japanese unbleached kraft pulp producer. The installation of the new DD-Washer is a key upgrade to the mill’s high-kappa brown stock washing line.
Pilot customer Smurfit Westrock saves significant amounts of CO2 with Voith's new HighPerformance Press
The installation of the HighPerformance Press in the press section of Smurfit Westrock Roermond Papier's PM 1 represents a milestone in the development of the product. After a rebuild time of only 38 hours and a smooth start-up, production was fully ramped up again.
Mondi exceeds 95% certified base paper for release liners and extrusion solutions
Mondi has switched more than 95% of its range of release liners and extrusion solutions to PEFC and FSC™ * certified base paper sources. This is a further step towards responsible sourcing and transparency in the supply chain and also reflects Mondi’s ongoing commitment to develop solutions that are sustainable by design and support customers in achieving their sustainability goals.
Color-Logic updates user manuals
Color-Logic has updated the user manuals provided to printers and graphic designer customers. The update provides licensed users with detailed video instructions for quickly producing Color-Logic metallic print files and embellishments. As a result, Color-Logic manuals now support 133 languages using Google Translate, enabling any level of graphic designer to utilize the many Color-Logic metallic color palettes and embellishments for each of the metallic colors.
Mutoh introduces XpertJet C641SR Pro Printer/Cutter
Mutoh Europe nv, the EMEA headquarters for Mutoh Industries LTD., Japan, introduces its first-ever integrated print and cut device, the XpertJet C641SR Pro, a 24" (630 mm) wide model. The XPJ C641SR Pro offers precise contour-cut and through-cut functionality and integrates a Mutoh AccuFine 1600 nozzle print head, enhancing both print quality and productivity. The new model is ideal for desktop use, but can also be equipped with a stand on caster wheels and an automatic roll-up device for added versatility.
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Drewsen Spezialpapiere at Fachpack 2024
Drewsen Spezialpapiere will once again be exhibiting at this year's Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg (Hall 3A | Stand 404) as an innovative supplier and development partner for sustainable paper solutions. With a strong commitment to environmentally friendly and high-quality packaging, Drewsen Spezialpapiere is sending a strong signal for the future of the packaging industry.
Hasselblad introduces the XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E lens
The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E is the first ultra-wide-angle zoom lens and the first lens in the Hasselblad XCD E series. The 'E' designation stands for Exclusive, representing the top optical performance in the XCD lens lineup. It has a 16-27mm full-frame equivalent focal length range with a maximum aperture of f/3,2. With its superior optical design, flexible focusing module and high-performance leaf shutter, the XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E enables users to effortlessly capture a variety of themes such as natural landscapes, urban scenes, vast interior spaces and environmental portraits.
Heidelberg and Gallus announce new matte finishing technology for digital inkjet
Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg), is poised to transform the narrow-web print landscape with its latest research breakthrough: Gallus MatteJet technology. Announced at Labelexpo Americas 2024, the landmark innovation represents an important advancement in inkjet printing, unlocking a premium matte finish previously unachievable with digital inkjet, bringing the possibilities of inkjet technology to the wine label market for the very first time.
