Konica Minolta and MGI are showcasing groundbreaking smart factory digital production lines at drupa, held in Düsseldorf, Germany. Spanning 2,400 square meters at Stand A65, Hall 8B, their exhibit features over 30 live running machines and software displays, symbolizing a significant advancement in digital transformation. Demonstrating the seamless integration of Konica Minolta’s toner and …
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Kodak has introduced new solutions for digital and traditional print production at drupa 2024, aiming to enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability for printers. Inkjet Innovations Kodak’s new KODAK OPTIMAX Pre-coater offers efficient primer application for production inkjet printing, compatible with the KODAK PROSPER ULTRA 520 Press. This pre-coater facilitates inkjet printing …
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Canon and Heidelberg have announced a global sales and service cooperation in inkjet printing, aiming to support commercial print businesses transitioning to hybrid offset/digital production. Heidelberg will expand its portfolio with its own inkjet product family based on Canon’s B2 and B3 sheetfed inkjet presses, integrated into the Heidelberg Prinect workflow. Both companies see …
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Hybrid Software, a developer of productivity tools for label and package printing, will unveil Version 10 of its PACKZ PDF packaging editor at the drupa trade fair (Hall 7a, Stand D03) starting May 28 in Düsseldorf, Germany. The new version offers improved connectivity with EngView’s Package & Display Designer CAD software, aiming to support …
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XSYS has unveiled Catena ProServX, a cloud-based solution designed to provide real-time monitoring, alerting, and reporting for plate processing and ThermoFlexX TFxX Imaging equipment. This new offering aims to elevate customers to Industry 4.0 operations by offering insights into machine performance and consumable usage, ultimately optimizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and reducing waste. …
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XSYS has unveiled EcoFillX, a groundbreaking software feature designed for ThermoFlexX imagers, aimed at reducing washout solvent consumption. This development focuses on the non-image areas of photopolymer printing plates, marking a significant stride towards enhancing the sustainability of the flexographic platemaking process. “Sustainability is a paramount concern for all manufacturers today, and XSYS …
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XSYS has unveiled its latest innovation, the ThermoFlexX Catena-BE 48, designed to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in flexographic platemaking. This new system automates plate transfer between the TFxX 48 Imager and the Catena-E 48 LED exposure unit, eliminating the need for operator intervention and optimizing workflow efficiency and consistency. The Catena-BE 48 …
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Swiss technology giant Bühler, in collaboration with Canadian packaging equipment leader Premier Tech, has unveiled the CHRONOS OMP-2090 B, a fully automatic bagging station. Engineered to handle a diverse array of powdery and non-free-flowing products, this cutting-edge system promises enhanced productivity and safety features. “The performance and reliability of the fully automatic bagging …
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From May 6th to 9th, 2024, the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre will host the Saudi Print & Pack event, where Sidel, a leading provider of packaging solutions, is set to unveil its groundbreaking aseptic technologies, showcasing its regional packaging expertise. Highlighted at stand 3-3316 in Hall 3, Sidel will present its …
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Following promising results from the ongoing demonstration phase, Metsä Group has announced the commencement of a pre-engineering project in tandem with the demo phase for a potential first commercial-scale factory. Muoto™ packages, renewable and recyclable bioproducts, find applications in takeaway, berry, tray, and combo packaging. Metsä Group’s innovation arm, Metsä Spring, has taken …
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