Print and Packaging

Mark Andy and RFID: Empowering Sustainable Practices in the Label Industry

Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it’s a necessity. Companies are looking for innovative and effective solutions to reduce their environmental impact. The implementation of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) into the supply chain has proven an effective way to do this and Mark Andy, a global leader in printing and converting equipment, is seeing an increase in the number of converters looking to add RFID insertion into their portfolio.

Flexo Corrugated Plate Box with Less Packaging Waste: another step toward improving sustainability

By Yusuke Kaneko, Global Marketing Manager, Asahi Kasei
Asahi Photoproducts, and our parent company, Asahi Kasei, have more than a half century of bringing increasingly sustainable flexographic solutions to market. And we don’t only have sustainable products, sustainability is at the heart of our company philosophy.

SCREEN launches faster and more sustainable thermal Computer to Plate lineup with upgraded PlateRite HD 8900N II series

New environmentally friendly series delivers class-leading throughput of 70 plates per hour

Toray Applies Market-Leading Letterpress Technology to Develop Printing Industry’s First Fully Water Developable Flexographic Plate

Toray Industries, Inc., announced today that it has developed a flexographic plate (see note 1) that offers full water development (note 2) and high-definition printing quality, now available under the new RESOLUCIA™ brand. The company plans to launch the new offering in January 2024.

touchpoint sustainability: Shaping the change towards sustainability at drupa 2024

From 28 May to 7 June, 2024, the print industry will focus on sustainability as the German industrial association VDMA Printing and Paper Technology and drupa together invite to discuss the future. On an exhibition floor of 400 m2, the touchpoint sustainability will present a multitude of best-practice examples and innovative solutions by the most important stakeholders for increased sustainability along the entire added value chain of the industry.

Sustainable production thanks to efficient filling technology

Velké Popovice invests in a turnkey KHS line designed around the high-performance Innofill Glass DRS ECO filler

Bauer Media underlines commitment to sustainability with Love Paper partnership

Bauer Media, one of the world's leading media groups, is now using the Love Paper logo to highlight the sustainability of its printed magazines. The initiative signifies the company’s proactive stance in promoting the sustainable aspects of their print production and its commitment to behaving in an environmentally responsible way.

Digitalisation 2023: Everything is connected

Next to the mega-trend of sustainability, digitalisation also dominated the packaging industry this year. “Digital Technologies” consequently were one of the Hot Topics at this year’s interpack. Especially the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) creates whole new opportunities in all areas of the industry.

Compostable beer cups at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Last weekend was the first time a major global sports event used compostable bioplastic beer cups. At the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, 150,000 beer cups of compostable Biodolomer, reduced waste, microplastics and CO2 to a minimum.

Digital metallization with kurz

In a sea of wine or spirit bottles on the shelf, the label is responsible for making an emotional connection with the consumer. The design is key to make this happen. We are seeing wine label designs trend towards richer, thicker uncoated paper stocks and an increasing amount of embellishment features such as metallization.