By: SOMA

Lanskroun, Czech Republic, November 22, 2024— SOMA (www.soma-eng.com), producer of flexographic printing presses, plate mounters, laminators and slitter rewinders, is expanding their relationship with H2 Flexo Services (www.H2FlexoServices.com) as its U.S. parts warehouse and back-up customer support center. In the past, H2 Flexo has been overseeing some of the administrative duties for SOMA in North America, including shipments within the US, managing its parts warehouse for flexo presses. Responsibilities have recently been expanded to assure that its customers, and visitors to the Flexo Xperience Center, are receiving the attention they deserve. 

As SOMA’s presence in North America has quickly grown, the company has required expanded assistance on a larger scale, which will also entail more back office sales and customer administrative support, along with all of the daily customer support that accompanies this progress. As the FXC has matured as a greater flexo market resource, H2 Flexo will also provide behind the scenes assistance.

Highland, Michigan-based H2 Flexo Services was established in 2017 as an outgrowth of Great Lakes Cylinders, a mainstay for plate cylinders, air mandrels, and sleeve tooling. Led by sisters Karen Mattson (President) and Julie Painter (Vice President), H2 Flexo Services is a service-oriented company that assists companies with parts storage/distribution, customer service and shipping management in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. They benefit from more than 40 years of extensive printing and converting industry knowledge and experience.  

“In a short period of time, we have seen—and experienced—SOMA’s impressive growth in the US and Canada. Along with this comes the need for even more support and hard work that we’re happy to provide. H2 will continue to provide responsive assistance to assure customers are up and running with service and parts, particularly during off-European hours,” notes Karen Mattson. “We will also make sure that arrangements are made to assure new companies interested in SOMA are aided quickly, and that the word is continually spread about the FXC. We are thrilled to build on our role with SOMA.”

“SOMA knows that the best way to build a happy customer base is to assure that we are responsive to their needs—and H2 Flexo Services has certainly delivered excellent support for us over these first two years working together. Their trust and friendship—with SOMA and our customers—has been extremely valuable both on a day-to-day and project basis,” explains Garrett Taylor, SOMA Sales Director, North America. “They have made support seamless in the US and Canada, managing our parts warehouse, assuring overnight service for delivery of essential parts, handling administrative duties for us, and often serving as the first line of contact with our customers. It is this ability to provide strong customer service, problem-solve, and make sure ‘things get done’ that we have valued with H2 Flexo, and look forward to many more successful years with them.” 

About SOMA (www.soma-eng.com)

Launched in the early 1990s, SOMA produces an entire range of machines, including flexographic printing presses, slitter rewinders, laminators, plate mounters and die cutters. All products are manufactured and assembled entirely in-house enabling the company to oversee all aspects of production and quality control. The company is committed to developing new products with added value and to providing long-term service and maintenance to ensure the longevity of its products.

SOMA serves an international market from its EU based facility in Lanskroun, Czech Republic via sales representatives and a distributor network.

By: Mark Andy

Chesterfield, MO, December 5, 2024 – Established in 1992 and managed by James Costello and Johnny Woods, Label Tech, now part of the Asteria Group, has built a reputation among its clients for delivering high-quality, innovative self-adhesive label solutions.  Operating from its 20,000 sq/ft headquarters in Santry, close to Dublin’s international airport, the company has used its knowledge and expertise to serve industries as diverse as food & beverage, health & nutrition, pharmaceutical, and transport & logistics.

​​​​“We have always stressed the ‘Tech’ part of our business, enabling us to build strong, collaborative relationships with customers who value support at all stages of a job from creation to delivery, especially on some of the more complex labels we are now manufacturing,” explained James Costello.  These include multi-layer jobs and peel and reveal labels using some of the latest filmic substrates on the market.

To cope with such demanding work, Label Tech began an investment program with Mark Andy that now sees two of the American manufacturer’s Evolution E5 presses installed.  Both are 13” (330mm) 8-color machines equipped with full UV curing.  They have been specified with unwind roll lifts and dual frame rewinds, die stations and sheeting units with a conveyor.  In addition, turn bars, a cold foil facility and laminating unit are mounted on overhead rails, and both have BST inspection cameras fitted.  The E5s are capable of up to 230m/min running speeds.

Significantly, a recent upgrade to LED/UV has brought added value to the Mark Andy presses, as Derek McLoughlin, Flexographic Print Manager explained.  “Where previously we were operating a 4.7kW mercury lamp system at 100%, we now run a 1.7kW LED system at around 70% – you can imagine the energy savings with the ‘instant-on and -off’ as well as longer lamp life.”  The switch involved a change of ink, which although expensive, is more than offset by improved press efficiency.  “It also fits well with sustainability and since we’re growing the film side of the business, the fact that LED/UV is more efficient is a double bonus,” he added.

Asked to summarize the benefit of the company’s Evolution presses, Mr Costello said that job-dependent, he has seen an increase of around 50% in throughput, which has allowed the company to replan its shift pattern and reduce pressure on its busy workforce of 50.  Currently operating a double-day shift five days a week, Label Tech clearly has plenty of capacity for growth and the capability of more embellishment, which FMCG brand owners are demanding to improve the visual appearance of their products and increase shelf-offtake.

An investment in Flint Group’s cloud-based Vivo inking system has also boosted productivity.  “We can be right first time every time now, which is essential for brand consistency, and it has also allowed us to run jobs four-color where they used to be six.  This has increased jobs per shift from four to eight, and that’s a real benefit to the bottom line,” he added.  The next move is matching flexo to the toner-based digital presses in-house, so jobs can be flipped according to run length and press availability.

Commenting on joining the Asteria Group, Mr Costello said: “It was the right move at the right time.  Asteria understands labels, and being a Group member gives us the freedom to exchange knowledge and tackle challenges together – it’s re-energized our operation here and allowed us to change-up a gear.  We believe we already have the best technical team in the Irish label converting market, and now we have access to even more expertise.”

Speaking for Mark Andy, newly appointed Sales Manager Antony Cotton stated: “It’s good to see how Mark Andy technology continues to improve production efficiency long after it has been installed.  It’s indicative of the future-proof design of our presses and stands us out as the market leader in narrow web flexo. I’m delighted that Label Tech continues to enjoy these benefits, and I look forward to growing our business with the Asteria Group.”

About Mark Andy Inc.

Mark Andy is a pioneer of the graphic arts and printing industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of narrow- and mid-web printing and finishing equipment, it supplies leading global brands, including Mark Andy and Presstek printing presses, Rotoflex finishing solutions, as well as a complete line of Mark Andy Print Products consumables and pressroom supplies. All products are backed by the largest customer support team in the industry, minimizing downtime and helping customers be profitable, efficient and at the forefront of innovation. Mark Andy does what it takes to understand each customer’s unique business, the challenges they face and the pressures they feel. It strives to provide products and services that help customers solve their problems and solutions that go a step further, allowing them to excel in their day-to-day operations, ultimately increasing productivity and reaching their full potential. For more information, visit www.markandy.com.

By: Mark Andy

Chesterfield, MO, November 25, 2024 – Leading label and print solutions provider Mark Andy is excited to announce that Connecticut-based Elm Press has chosen the Mark Andy Digital Series iQ as their latest investment to enhance and grow the company’s label production capabilities. This significant purchase marks a strategic move for Elm Press as they continue to grow and adapt to the evolving demands of the industry.

Elm Press, a company that began as a commercial print shop, has steadily expanded its presence in the label market over the years. “We started out as a traditional commercial print shop, but we’ve seen our label market grow significantly,” said Vic Losure, President of Elm Press. “The decision to invest in the Digital Series iQ was driven by our need for a more robust and efficient solution to handle our increasing volume and the specific substrate requirements of our clients.”

The recently installed Mark Andy Digital Series iQ further strengthened Elm Press’s production capabilities. The press’s versatility and efficiency will play a crucial role in supporting Elm Press’s long-term goal of expanding its label division. “The Digital Series iQ will allow us to be more competitive with our prime business and handle the growing volume effectively,” Losure added. “It’s an important step in building out our label division and supporting our clients with high-quality, flexible printing solutions.”

One of the key factors that influenced Elm Press’s decision was the proven synergy between their existing Mark Andy equipment and the new Digital Series iQ. “The ability to use our existing 13-inch tooling with the new press and the overall cost-effectiveness made Mark Andy the best choice for us,” Losure explained. “We’ve had a great experience with Mark Andy, and this new addition is a smart fit for our current equipment profile and future growth.”

Elm Press continues to maintain a strong presence in the commercial printing space with their in-house bindery and Heidelberg presses, but their focus is now firmly on expanding their label market presence. “We see a lot of opportunity in the markets we’re already good at,” said Losure. “The new press will help us serve our existing clients better and support new business areas.”

Mark Andy is proud to support Elm Press in this new chapter of their growth. “Elm Press’s investment in the Digital Series iQ underscores their commitment to innovation and quality,” said Steve Schulte, Vice President of Sales at Mark Andy. “We are thrilled to be a part of their journey and look forward to seeing the positive impact this press will have on their business.”

For more information about Mark Andy and the Digital Series iQ, please visit Mark Andy Digital Series iQ.

By: LMA Consulting Group

CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA – November 26, 2024 –  Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., and a recognized leader in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, calls on manufacturers, distributors and supply chain leaders to take immediate action to restructure their supply chains as geopolitical tensions, tariff threats and global risks escalate. With a potential resurgence of tariffs on imported goods and the growing focus on reshoring and friendshoring, businesses must adopt proactive strategies to ensure long-term resilience and profitability.

“Now is the time for companies to reimagine their supply chains,” says Ms. Anderson. “The risks tied to overreliance on high-risk regions like China, combined with the increasing likelihood of tariff hikes, create an urgent need for reshoring, friend-shoring and vertical integration. Businesses that act now to build resilient, regional supply chains will not only mitigate risk but position themselves for growth in a volatile market.”

The global supply chain landscape has been increasingly fraught with vulnerabilities. From cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure to geopolitical conflicts impacting key trade routes, the challenges for supply chain leaders are growing. Upcoming tariff changes and regulatory shifts are expected to further strain operations, particularly for companies with heavy reliance on foreign manufacturing.

LMA Consulting advises businesses to follow the following strategies to address supply chain vulnerabilities and capitalize on emerging opportunities:

Reshoring and Friendshoring – Moving production closer to home or to regions with strong political and economic ties reduces dependency on high-risk areas. This strategy enhances flexibility and responsiveness while addressing regulatory and geopolitical risks.

Vertical Integration – Controlling more aspects of production internally allows businesses to streamline operations, ensure quality, and reduce exposure to external disruptions.

Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) – Implementing SIOP processes helps businesses proactively address market conditions by aligning demand and supply, mitigating risks and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Advanced Technologies and Innovation – Leveraging automation, artificial intelligence and modern ERP systems boosts operational efficiency and supports growth initiatives.

Ms. Anderson emphasizes that while challenges abound, there are unprecedented opportunities for forward-thinking organizations. “Proactive companies that take bold steps to restructure their supply chains will not only mitigate risks but gain a significant competitive edge and will capture market share,” she explains. LMA Consulting’s recent special report, FutureScape: Crafting Tomorrow’s Supply Chain Today, provides actionable insights for businesses looking to build resilient, innovative supply chains.

About LMA Consulting Group – Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD

Lisa Anderson is the founder and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., specializing in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation. A recognized supply chain thought leader, Ms. Anderson has been named among the Top 40 B2B Tech Influencers, Top 16 ERP Experts to Follow and Top 10 Women in Supply Chain. Ms. Anderson has been featured in Bloomberg, Inc. Magazine, the LA Times, PBS, and the Wall Street Journal. She is an expert on the SIOP process and has published an ebook. SIOP: Creating Predictable Revenue and EBITDA Growth. For more information on supply chain strategies, sign up for her Profit Through People® Newsletter or visit LMA Consulting Group.

By: Vetaphone

Vetaphone A/S, the family-owned Danish company that invented surface treatment and continues to pioneer corona and plasma technology, has appointed Micheal Behrens as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as part of its strategy for future growth and success.  His appointment is effective from 1^st December 2024.

The announcement was made by Frank and Jan Eisby, sons of the company founder Verner, who established the business in 1951, and who under the Eisby Family Council have managed the company since 1993.  “We acknowledge that to fulfil our high expectations of the business going forward we needed additional expertise at a senior level as my brother and I undertake new tasks away from the day-to-day operations, and we see Michael Behrens as a perfect fit for that task,” commented Frank Eisby.

Michael Behrens joins Vetaphone with an outstanding CV and more than 20 years’ experience in a variety of senior management positions, most recently as Chief Commercial Officer at Logitrans A/S, the Danish manufacturer and global supplier of high-end lifting equipment.  He graduated with an HH in Business from the University Southern Denmark (SDU) and holds a Diploma in Business Administration (HD-O) and an MBA.  Away from work Michael is a scratch golfer and has represented the Denmark National Golf Team.

Frank and Jan Eisby will remain on the Company Board of Directors – Frank will head-up a new Development Business Unit, while Jan will run the Vetaphone Academy Educational Unit.  “We are extremely proud of our family heritage and the contribution that Vetaphone has made to the global industry.  The new management structure maintains the family succession and provides a firm base on which to take the company into the future and achieve even greater success,” explained Jan.

By: Hamillroad

CAMBRIDGE, UNITED KINGDOM – Hamillroad Software, a pioneer in advanced flexographic and lithographic screening solutions, is proud to announce that Flexoplates in Greece have become the latest Trade Shop to adopt Bellissima DMS, contributing to the technology’s expanding global reach, delivering groundbreaking benefits to printers and brands worldwide.

Based in Thessaloniki, known as Greece’s vibrant cultural capital, Flexoplates has been a leader in flexographic prepress and plate production for over 40 years. Their adoption of Bellissima demonstrates a steadfast commitment to innovation and technical excellence and underscores their dedication to equipping their customers with cutting-edge technologies.

Fotini Partsia, Chief Operating Officer at Flexoplates, commented: “By adopting Bellissima’s best-in-class screening technology, we continue to drive innovation and strengthen our leadership in the Greek market. This advancement enables us to meet the evolving needs of our customers, allowing them to achieve unparalleled print quality and production efficiencies, while setting new standards in flexo printing.”

Pierre Hammond, Interim CEO and Commercial Director of Hamillroad Software, added: “We have seen incredible enthusiasm and growing demand for Bellissima across the global flexographic community and we are delighted to welcome Flexoplates to our expanding network of Bellissima Trade Shops. Their deep industry expertise and commitment to innovation make them a valuable partner.”

If you’re a printer, trade shop or brand owner and would like more information, head to: Hamillroad.com/bellissima-resellers.

About Hamillroad Software

Hamillroad Software is a global supplier of industry leading screening solutions for the printing industry that enable customers to achieve the very best in printed image fidelity whilst reducing production costs (ink and time on press) and increasing capacity.

Brands are adopting Hamillroad’s pioneering screening technology, not only for outstanding shelf appeal, but also for the reduction in ink and waste, which means printing is more environmentally friendly.

Hamillroad’s patented Digitally Modulated Screening (DMS) is the best screening technology available today and is available for Flexographic (Bellissima DMS) and Lithographic (Auraia DMS) printing. The result is an unprecedented quality of screening, which is easy to plate and print. 

Hamillroad Software has its headquarters in Cambridge, UK, and delivers globally. For more information visit: www.hamillroad.com, or if you would like us to contact you regarding our Bellissima solution, leave your details at: https://hamillroad.com/bellissima-resellers

By: SCREEN Americas

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Illinois—SCREEN Americas announces a commitment to purchase the Truepress JET 560HDX by VISOgraphic of Addison, Illinois. The intention marks the Chicago area company’s first entry into roll-fed inkjet capabilities, expanding and complementing its already wide range of offerings.

Family owned and founded in 1946, VISOgraphic is a business-to-business, full-service commercial print provider serving entities across the United States. The company’s work spans a wide range of products including folding carton and packaging, variable direct mail, and web-to-print collateral management systems. Verticals served include travel and leisure, automotive, distribution, pharmaceutical, and nonprofit organizations.

 Equipped with one sheetfed inkjet press, six toner devices and two LED-UV sheetfed offset presses, VISOgraphic needed a continuous roll-fed inkjet press to meet the growing demands of its customers and remain competitive in the marketplace without sacrificing its standards for image quality. Maintaining this commitment to quality while improving the economics for customers was paramount for the business. “Roll-to-roll inkjet technology will offer better price points on many jobs for our customers,” said Bob Dahlke Jr., principal at VISOgraphic. 

Color quality and complex versioning for long runs played a significant role in pursuing the Truepress JET 560HDX for the team at VISOgraphic. “Of all the inkjet presses I’ve seen, the HDX has come the closest to matching offset quality,” said John Dahlke, principal at VISOgraphic. “You can’t tell the difference.”

The lack of skilled labor was also factored into the decision to commit to continuous roll-fed inkjet. “The machine will be easy to learn,” said John Dahlke. “We’re also looking forward to the automation the HDX offers and its ability to print on multiple substrates.”

VISOgraphic is currently producing 65% of its workload on offset equipment. The Truepress JET 560HDX is expected to assume some of this production, especially since direct mail remains a growth segment for the full-service printer. 

About SCREEN Americas
SCREEN Americas, a SCREEN Graphic Solutions group company established in 1967, is a leading provider of digital inkjet production technology serving the commercial, publishing, direct mail, transactional, prime and industrial label, paper pouch, folding carton, and flexible packaging industries. As the world’s largest manufacturer of CTP devices, SCREEN also provides prepress and workflow solutions to further enhance and support print on demand, computer-to-plate production and high-speed variable data printing.

By: Megnajet

Kettering, 3^rd December 2024: Megnajet is supporting partner Arrow Digital’s growing portfolio, with several of its fluid management systems providing the increased productivity, efficiency and control its machines demand.

With over a decade of expertise in fluid control and conditioning, Megnajet’s solutions offer the precise regulation of meniscus pressure, temperature and recirculation rate for a range of applications.

Driven by a shared vision to meet the evolving needs of the digital print industry, the collaboration between both businesses centers around efficient and consistent print quality for Arrow Digital’s fast-paced customer markets. Thanks to this partnership, downtime for both short-run jobs and large-scale operations has reduced significantly, driving improvements for Arrow Digital’s customers.

With a legacy of excellence spanning decades, Arrow Digital stands as one of India’s foremost manufacturers of digital printing and finishing machines, providing innovative solutions across diverse sectors such as labels, flexible packaging, sign and graphics, and textiles.

The digital print manufacturer utilises both Megnajet’s HiValve LFR and RackFit Gravity fluid management systems in its ArrowJet UV and ArrowJet VDP machines, which stand out among competitors for delivering high quality labelling and embellishment printing.

For the ArrowJet UV’s packaging and label printing applications, where sharp imagery and productivity are essential, Megnajet’s HiValve LFR enables the production of vibrant, high-quality prints at scale. Its innovative design supports fluid supply for up to five individual outputs and is compatible with all industrial highflow printhead types.

In addition, the HiValve can turn off individual printheads for maintenance and shut down without loss of fluid, an important selling point for the efficiency of Arrow Digital’s machines. As a result, it can meet a wide range of customer demands and continually provide clients with a reliable printing experience.

“Megnajet stood out from competitors for its reliable solutions that deliver precision and efficiency,” said Sam Patel, CEO and Managing Director of Arrow Digital. “Its fluid management systems address the challenges we previously faced of consistent fluid control and waste reduction. Megnajet didn’t just understand our goals, it aligned with them.”

In November, the ArrowJet UV, equipped with Megnajet’s HiValve, was showcased at Labelexpo India. Spanning over 18,000 square meters and with 250 exhibitors, it is the largest label and packaging industry event in South Asia. The new ArrowJet machine saw significant interest and marked a milestone in the companies’ developing partnership.

Mike Seal, General Manager at Megnajet, concluded, “Arrow Digital’s dedication to quality across its impressive portfolio along with our commitment to innovative and reliable products makes this the ideal partnership. We are delighted that they saw such success at Labelexpo India with the Arrowjet UV and its use of our HiValve LFR, and look forward to supporting their continued business growth.”

About Megnajet

Based in the UK, Megnajet is a fluid management specialist, providing unrivalled solutions for customers worldwide.

With over a decade of experience and a product range covering a wide range of industries, applications and industrial printhead types, Megnajet’s team provide solutions from application concept through to full customer commercialisation, delivering innovation in ink systems.

Megnajet systems are light and compact, easy to integrate with rapid start up and settle times and are the smallest fully integrated ink systems available. In house manufacture ensures units are customised to suit different fluid types and applications, giving OEMs and integrators the ability to add reliable and precise industrialised fluid management control into their systems.

www.megnajet.com

By: XSYS

Willstaett, Germany. 02 December  2024 – Nu-Maber, a leading flexographic plate producer in Italy, has significantly enhanced its production capabilities by installing two ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 exposure units from XSYS. This investment underlines Nu-Maber’s dedication to precision, efficiency, and sustainable practices while reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation, certified under the rigorous Industry 4.0 guidelines by Polo Tecnologico Alto Adriatico Andrea Galvani.

Located in Treviso, Nu-Maber has a longstanding reputation for excellence in the flexographic printing industry. This latest step in their growth journey is centered around the ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 exposure units, state-of-the-art technology that ensures consistent high-quality plate production. With a maximum plate size of 1270 x 2032 mm (50 x 80”) and advanced LED technology for both main and back exposures, these units provide precision imaging and robust performance, ensuring superior results for flexographic printing applications.

ProServX: Enabling Industry 4.0 Connectivity

Incorporating XSYS’s ProServX software, the new equipment ensures seamless integration with Nu-Maber’s digital infrastructure. ProServX supports Industry 4.0 compliance with features such as real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and remote diagnostics. Importantly, customers like Nu-Maber can leverage the system’s REST API to connect directly with their MIS (Management Information Systems) or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems. This integration streamlines data flow, enhances productivity, and ensures that all operations are digitally interconnected.

The independent certification provided by Polo Tecnologico Alto Adriatico Andrea Galvani affirms that ProServX fully meets Industry 4.0 requirements. According to the certification report, the system ensures:

1. Real-time Data Exchange: Through TCP/IP-based REST APIs, ProServX facilitates bidirectional communication with internal and external MIS and ERP systems..Furthermore, ProServX allows continuous monitoring of the equipment through machine dashboards and e-mail reporting. This includes production data, consumable usage and also machine internal parameters and measurements to make sure every plate is perfectly processed.
2. Remote Maintenance and Diagnostics: Enabled via secure connections, the equipment can be  updated, performance monitored, and  potential issues can be addressed without interrupting operations.
3. Automated Integration: The system supports seamless automation by connecting directly to factory logistics systems, creating a cohesive production environment.
4. Simple & intuitive human-machine interfaces: Via the easy-to-use interface on the large touch-screen operators can effortlessly manipulate the equipment. Additionally, all the HMI look and operate the same over the whole TFxX/Catena range, making it easy for the operators to manage multiple machines.
5. Compliance to the latest occupational safety, health and hygiene parameters: Because operators safety is a major design perspective at XSYS, all the equipment meets the requirements of the European Machinery Directive and have CE certificates.

“The independent certification highlights the transformative power of ProServX in modern production settings,” said Roberto Malagu, Sales Manager XSYS Italy. “Nu-Maber’s implementation exemplifies how companies can optimize their processes while meeting the most stringent digital transformation standards.”

A Continued Partnership in Quality

Nu-Maber has been a dedicated user of XSYS’s nyloflex® ACT Digital and FAH Digital plates, renowned for their high durability and excellent ink transfer properties. These plates perfectly complement the advanced capabilities of the Catena-E 80 systems, empowering Nu-Maber to produce exceptional flexographic printing plates with unmatched precision, ensuring consistent, high-quality print results across every project.

By integrating the Catena-E 80 units and ProServX into their workflow, Nu-Maber demonstrates their commitment to innovation, ensuring precision in platemaking while reducing operational costs and environmental impact.

Future-Proof Technology

The modular design of the ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 offers scalability for future advancements, including full automation of the platemaking process. With this investment, Nu-Maber is not only addressing present needs but also positioning itself as a leader in the evolving flexographic printing landscape.

“We are proud to partner with Nu-Maber in their journey towards digital excellence,” stated Roberto.  “This project reflects our shared vision for combining quality, sustainability, and innovation to drive the industry forward.”

About XSYS

Headquartered in Willstaett, Germany, XSYS operates globally and remains one of the largest suppliers offering both flexographic and letterpress prepress solutions, including plates, sleeves, processors, workflow solutions, and expert professional services, designed to help these industries move forward with increasing innovation, improved productivity and profitability, and a reduced environmental footprint.

In recognizing our endeavor to bring more brilliance into the packaging industry – into the lives of our customers and colleagues – XSYS has achieved a Gold Medal rating from EcoVadis for its sustainability. This distinction goes beyond our commitment to protecting the environment by also evaluating our dedication to social responsibility, diversity, and human rights.

The broad XSYS portfolio comprises some of the industry’s best-known brands of consumables (nyloflex® and nyloprint® plates), plate processing equipment (Xpress, ThermoFlexX, and Catena), surface screening software (Woodpecker), plate mounting (rotec®), and washout solvents (nylosolv®).

Brilliant products and services for brilliant print results and business success.