New Software improves production efficiency and product compliance

Markem-Imaje released Version 6.0 of its CoLOS information management system which provides manufacturers with even higher uptime, throughput and compliance in their product coding and packaging activities.

Esko, AVT, X-Rite, and Pantone come together to Create a “Right First Time” Workflow Across the Packaging Supply Chain

Esko, a global technology innovator providing hardware and software for packaging design, development and production, reported that it has joined forces with Danaher sister companies AVT, X-Rite and Pantone to integrate its automation and collaboration solutions, with the X-Rite and Pantone color technology and AVT’s camera inspection solutions.

Bobst launches revolutionary Digital Inspection Table to offer superior print quality control

Bobst has unveiled its pioneering Digital Inspection Table – a novel technology designed to drive productivity and virtually remove print production errors. The Digital Inspection Table incorporates digital projection for the proofing of printed sheets and die-cut blanks, whilst providing real-time visual representations to match product with digital proofs. It uses HD projectors to illuminate the product sample with quality control imaging, enabling the operator to easily see if quality standards are matched or compromised.

Inspirational Innovation sets the tone at FINAT’s Label Competition

The aesthetic appeal of Multi-Color Corporation North America Wines & Spirits’ Sidewinder Spirits label helped it achieve the accolade of Best in Show at the 2018 Finat Label Competition.

Esko ARtPro+ Packaging Editor ready for production

The next generation of leading packaging editor ArtPro+, the successor of the world’s leading packaging and labels prepress editor ArtPro, is ready to move prepress production to the next level. Highlighting on this, Esko announced a major new release of its packaging and labels prepress editor, ArtPro+. Built on decades of experience – with over 25.000 Esko prepress editors currently in use – this latest version is designed to fit the needs of today’s prepress production.

Kodak Customers take home 20 Awards at the 2018 IPMA Conference

At the annual conference for the In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA), seven Kodak customers claimed twenty awards, out of a total of 79, recognizing their outstanding print achievement across multiple categories. The In-Plant Awards recognize the everyday achievements of in-house corporate publishing, printing and distribution professionals. IPMA is the only professional association dedicated exclusively to the needs of all in-house corporate publishing, printing and distribution professionals, providing expert educational and networking forums for its members.

Xeikon Café hits the road in Australia and New Zealand

Triple tour dates in June adds to Xeikon's popular global educational digital print programme this year. This June, Xeikon is taking its successful Xeikon Café programme on the road in Australia and New Zealand. Three dates have been announced for Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland and they will continue Xeikon’s Learn. Connect. Discover. theme.

New pharma workflow offers secure auditing processes for pharma packaging

The EyeC Proofiler offline inspection system from EyeC now offers improved workflows for pharmaceutical companies. The new software version, 3.4, meets the newest requirements for data integrity, data security, and audit trail during inspection of pharmaceutical packaging. Pharmaceutical companies can, not only perform fast and automated print sample testing, but also increase the security of their data and processes. All data can be simply and securely retrieved and presented during later audits.

Uflex transforms the packaging for Rasna fruit powder concentrate

One of India’s largest manufacturers and exporters of beverages - Rasna International wanted an absolutely alluring packaging for its fruit powder concentrate. With this straight-forward brief, Rasna tasked Uflex – a company with whom it has had an association for over two decades, to come up with a unique packaging solution.

Improving Label Production Service Levels with Smart Automation

In free WhatTheyThink webinar, sponsored by Esko, learn how label businesses are benefiting from smart automation

Onyx 18 receives EDP Best Color Management Award at Fespa 2018

At Fespa Global Print Expo in Berlin, Onyx Graphics officially launched Onyx 18 software, the latest version release that includes new color technologies for color accuracy, consistency, and conformance to standards such as G7 and Fogra that print service providers can prove to their customers. On opening day, Onyx 18 software was honored with the 2018 EDP Award for Best Color Management software.

Aleyant to launch its first user conference in downtown Chicago

Aleyant, an innovative leader in providing robust software services to the graphic communications industry at value-driven prices, today announced it will conduct its first annual user conference in Downtown Chicago just prior to the start of PRINT 2018. Scheduled for September 29th, the event will offer Aleyant users the opportunity to meet with the Aleyant team, learn about the latest product updates and how to use them effectively, and network with peers. The event will run at the Park Grill in the heart of Downtown Chicago.

Memjet sponsors Smithers Pira Digital Print for Packaging Conference

Memjet, a leading developer of inkjet printing technology, announced today that it is a sponsor of the Smithers Pira Digital Print for Packaging Conference on June 4-6, 2018, in Chicago, Illinois. This event brings together top experts in the digital print and packaging industry to provide conference attendees the information they need to understand and capitalize on changes taking place in the rapidly evolving digital print for packaging sector.

Comexi Reports 180 Percent Growth in Spanish and Portuguese Markets

Comexi, a global supplier of solutions for the flexible packaging printing and converting sector, has widened its presence in the Spanish and Portuguese markets, achieving a sustained growth of 121 percent in the last four years. Since 2014, the company has registered a consolidated increase, managing an expansion of 180 percent in this last year alone, an unprecedented figure for the company in this area.

Mumbai’s Sonic Labels installs Gallus ECS 340 9-colour flexo press

Mumbai’s Sonic Labels have recently installed a Gallus ECS 340 9-colour flexo press. Established in 2011, Sonic Labels is just 7 years old, and also a first-generation printing business firm, which serves the Plastic Houseware, Pens and Cosmetic industries. Recently, the Mumbai-based print firm invested in a Gallus ECS 340 9-colour flexo press with Cold Foil/ Lamination and Chiller for printing self-adhesive, shrink sleeve, in-mould labels and unsupported films.

Rotocon provides full-service for two previously-owned MPS presses destined for South Africa

Two previously-owned MPS flexo printing presses bound for South Africa are set for installation at separate label printers in Johannesburg. Rotocon is providing full-service of the presses, from procurement to complete installation and training.

Color-Logic certifies Nilpeter Panorama Digital Press

Color-Logic has certified the Nilpeter Panorama DP-3 stand-slone digital press for use with the Color-Logic process for label applications.

Markem-Imaje and Cognex collaborate to evolve ‘Mark & Read’ technology

Joint engineering and commercial initiative from leaders in the coding and vision system sectors will develop an even more advanced and integrated solution for manufacturers to ensure the accuracy of coding on their packages.