In a run up to the
Labelexpo India show happening at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from October 29th to November 1st, we at Labels India are bringing to you a series of interviews with various personalities. In the start up to this series, we have brought to you a first hand account of what converters can expect to see at the show by none other than Roger Pellow, the MD of Tarsus - the organisers of Labelexpo India. Here is a short tete..
Labels India: How pleased were you with your
last Labelexpo India showing? What are your expectations this year?
Roger Pellow: Labelexpo India 2010 was a
fantastic success with 150 exhibitors and 6,054 visitors in attendance - a
figure that was up by 27% from the show in 2008. We’re hoping to surpass that
this year with over 200 local and international companies exhibiting and a target
of 7,000 visitors. As with all of the other recent Labelexpo events – Europe,
Asia and Americas - we’re seeing record breaking attendances and many new
suppliers signing up for the first time as exhibitors in new territories.
Labels India: How is this show different from
the others?
Roger Pellow: Labelexpo India 2012 is
different from other trade shows for several reasons. Firstly this is a fast
growing market sector in a fast moving economy. Secondly, the show is
interactive for show visitors as they buy and network.
The event is all about the show floor and
allowing visitors to get close up to the newest machinery, ancillaries, inks
and substrates. With over 20 live working presses being demonstrated at the
show by companies including Gallus and Mimaki, attendees are strongly placed to
make well- informed choices. Being able to see firsthand the many features
these presses offer such as quick change over time, rapid tension control and
resulting print quality will be invaluable when it comes to those show visitors
making purchasing decisions.
Labels India: With more than 200 exhibitors
this year, how has this show grown over the years?
Roger Pellow: Since we purchased the show in
2007, Labelexpo India has fast become South Asia’s largest label, product
decoration, package printing and converting industry expo. Starting with a
little over 5,000 visitors, the show has gained momentum each year and now with
the sixth edition set to take place it will be the largest show in its 10 year
history.
Labels India: Apart from established market
leaders, there are many first time exhibitors. Comment.
Roger Pellow: As with our other Labelexpo
events we are experiencing an influx of new exhibitors. Following Labelexpo
Asia 2011 a number of Chinese manufacturers started to look at opportunities
outside of the domestic Chinese market and take space at our other
international shows. For Labelexpo India 2012, we have new exhibitors from all
over the world including China, the Middle East and Brazil. New exhibitors
include: Anoop Plastic, Color-Dec, Fujifilm Sericol, Heraeus Amba, Jung Chang
Machinery, Mastercorp, Mimaki, Rheintacho, Taghleef Industries and Webtech.
Labels India: More products, more launches
and more live demonstrations is the theme this year.
Roger Pellow: As ever, Labelexpo India 2012 is the place to see the latest product launches and technology in action. Time spent at the show needs to be maximized, so it is vital that printers use the opportunity to compare the various printing presses and technologies that are being demonstrated. With all the key suppliers under one roof, Labelexpo India offers unparalleled access not only to the equipment, but to experts who will be able to advise on how individual printers can improve their own efficiency and margins.
Roger Pellow: As ever, Labelexpo India 2012 is the place to see the latest product launches and technology in action. Time spent at the show needs to be maximized, so it is vital that printers use the opportunity to compare the various printing presses and technologies that are being demonstrated. With all the key suppliers under one roof, Labelexpo India offers unparalleled access not only to the equipment, but to experts who will be able to advise on how individual printers can improve their own efficiency and margins.
Labels India: What new products, technologies
and services, are on display at Labelexpo India?
Roger Pellow: There will be a number of press
launches including new machines from Durst, EFI Jetrion, Mimaki, Monotech,
Nuova Gidue, Omet, Primera and Webtech. Lots of new materials are also being
showcased for the first time including new inks from Fujifilm Sericol,
adhesives from Jesons, foils from Univacco and tamper evident security labels
from Weldon Celloplast
Labels India: How will this show help Label
and package printers looking to diversify and add value to their operations?
Roger Pellow: Attending the show will enable
converters to see a wide selection of technologies in action. It will also
allow them to examine and understand how presses can be configured with
different processes such as embossing, over-laminating, foiling and how
effective inspection systems can be. More importantly, show visitors will be
able to see machines that are capable of printing on other materials and
converters should not ignore how they can diversify their business beyond the
label by easily moving into package printing e.g. folding cartons and flexible
packaging.
Labels India: And finally, how do you feel
Labelexpo India is positioned going forward?
Roger Pellow: As one of world’s most vibrant
and exciting market places, the future is very bright for Labelexpo India. As
the show continues to grow in size and footfall, visitors can be assured that
they will continue to see the latest innovations in label and package printing
under one roof. As with our other Labelexpo events which are held in other
parts of the world, the shows are designed to remain central and key to
ensuring the printer stays in control of their business and profit margins.
For a detailed interview, please read the Labelexpo Special Issue of our magazine LABELS INDIA...
