By: UPM Raflatac

(UPM, Helsinki, 3 December 2024 at 13.00 EET) – UPM Raflatac has made further progress towards a more circular economy for plastics and a future beyond fossils during 2023. The progress towards the 2025 commitments is detailed in the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment 2024 Progress Report by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). UPM Raflatac joined the Global Commitment as the first label materials company in October 2018.

“As a global partner for sustainable material solutions, the Global Commitment is an important framework for us to transparently showcase our actions in tackling plastic waste and pollution. Through developing our product and service offer, our pledge is to help companies and brand-owners increase the circularity of their packaging,” says Robert Taylor, Sustainability Director, UPM Raflatac.

As highlighted in the report, UPM Raflatac continued its work towards UPM’s 2030 responsibility targets and a future beyond fossils. The company has reduced the scope 1 and 2 emission intensity of its factories by 36% by 2023, compared to a 2015 baseline year. Four of UPM Raflatac’s factories were landfill-free in 2023.

UPM Raflatac offers label solutions that promote recyclability and circularity

In April 2023, UPM Raflatac introduced the PureCycle paper label materials, which are part of UPM Raflatac’s SmartCircle™ portfolio. The PureCycle label materials received European certifications of recyclability from Institut cyclos-HTP for PET and HDPE packaging, verifying their recyclability in the most common recycling processes. This wash-off label innovation separates cleanly from the recycled packaging, resulting in a high-quality recyclate which can then be converted into new materials.

In 2023, UPM Raflatac also gained further recognition for its Ocean Action label, which won the Sustainability Award at the Label Industry Global Awards 2023. The ISCC PLUS certified Ocean Action label is made with ocean-bound plastic through a mass balance approach and is the first of its kind.

UPM Raflatac continued to develop its sustainability services

During 2023, UPM Raflatac continued to grow the impact of its RafCycle™ recycling service. In November 2023, the company launched a partnership with Soprema to promote the recycling of label release liner waste by transforming it into new construction and insulation materials. In the Americas region, investments into organizational capabilities enabled the relaunching of the RafCycle program in mid-2023. All in all, the number of RafCycle participants grew by 10% to 440 between 2022 and 2023.

In 2023 UPM Raflatac received a certificate of validity from leading international assurance service provider, DEKRA, for its Label Life service. Label Life provides essential environmental information on label materials, utilizing the standardized method of life cycle assessment (LCA). The external certificate by DEKRA provides UPM Raflatac’s customers increased assurance in communicating about the environmental impact of their labels.

“The Global Commitment has driven substantial progress in tackling the plastic waste crisis. However, as outlined in the 2024 Progress Report, the world at large is off track, and plastic pollution continues to grow. We at UPM Raflatac are committed to accelerating our actions to deliver a circular packaging industry and a future beyond fossils,” concludes Robert Taylor.

UPM Raflatac

UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 13 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,100 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,5 billion (USD 1,6 billion) in 2023. Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils at www.upmraflatac.com.

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UPM

We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 16,600 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 10,5 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils. www.upm.com

By: NextGen Label Group

Syracuse, NY – December 4, 2024 – NextGen Label Group proudly announces the addition of key talent to its sales and technical teams, reflecting the company’s commitment to exceeding customer expectations, delivering innovative solutions, and advancing its legacy as a trusted partner in the industry. 

Wanda Nieves has joined as Sales Representative, and as previously announced, Tom Mason has joined as Vice President of Sales. Wanda, with over 28 years of expertise in the label industry and bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, excels in fostering strong client relationships. Tom brings more than 33 years of experience in the label and packaging industries, including extensive executive leadership roles at prominent companies such as Constansia Flexibles and Topflight Corporation, where he drove growth across diverse sectors like food, beverage, and personal care. Together, their combined expertise and passion for customer collaboration bring a renewed focus on understanding customer visions, fostering satisfaction, and driving long-term growth. Their experience and dedication reinforce NextGen Label Group’s promise to overperform for its customer community, solidifying the company’s position as a customer-centric industry leader. 

On the technical front, Anne Ehrenberger joins as Senior Technical Project Manager, bringing over 15 years of experience in technical and technical sales roles, including expertise in chemical engineering and R&D project leadership. Timothy Bodah joins as Technical Project Manager with a strong foundation in chemistry and over two years of experience in product development, material testing, and process improvement. Both bring a wealth of experience in project execution, research and development, and technology innovation. By fostering cross-functional collaboration, streamlining processes, and leveraging cutting-edge advancements, they will help NextGen Label Group continually exceed customer expectations. Their forward-thinking experience reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation, investing in next-generation technology, and delivering solutions without compromise. 

“At NextGen Label Group, it’s about the promises we make,” said Tom Sargent, President. “Our promise to protect the proud legacies of our organization, overperform for our customers, and deliver innovative solutions drives every decision we make. The addition of Tom, Wanda, Anne, and Timothy to our team marks another step forward in delivering on those promises.” 

By welcoming these talented professionals, NextGen Label Group continues its mission to remain employee-centric, customer-centric, and solutions-centric. Together, the team will focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, from understanding the finer details of customer visions to ensuring project success and satisfaction. 

About NextGen Label Group™ 

NextGen Label Group provides innovative, high-quality labeling and packaging solutions across a range of industries. Guided by its brand custodianship vision, NextGen operates with three main tenets: Employee-Centric, Customer-Centric, and Solutions-Centric. The company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its customer-first approach, commitment to employee-owners, and investment in cutting-edge technology to meet the evolving needs of the market. Learn more about NextGen Label Group here.

The Van Alstine division, a valued part of NextGen Label Group, is one of 3M’s most trusted distributor partners. Van Alstine supports some of the region’s most respected companies by providing leading-edge, end-of-line packaging systems, equipment, service, and related materials. Additionally, they bring label application expertise in support of NextGen’s label printing division. Learn more about Van Alstine here. 

By: Domino

At the TLMI Annual Meeting September 29 – October 2, 2024 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida USA, TLMI Announced this year’s Best-in-Class Winners of their Printing Excellence Awards on the last night of the event at a beautiful Awards Dinner attended by over 400 converter and supplier members.

The TLMI Printing Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding printing and converting achievements in the North American Label and Packaging Industry. This program creates a visible connection between labels that are produced daily on press and label award-winning submissions. The TLMI Printing Excellence Awards recognize all print processes including digital, flexography, gravure, offset, rotary screen, and multi-process and is open to all converter members. Winners are recognized at TLMI’s Annual Meeting in the Fall and eligible for entry in the World Label Awards.

Of the nine Best-in-Class category winners announced and celebrated on stage, Domino customers brought home three of those Best-in-Class awards!  Amherst Label, an Inovar company; ASL Print FX, an AWT Company; and International Label & Printing.

Amherst Label, an Inovar company was awarded Best-in-Class in the category ‘Beverage – Alcoholic’ for the label 13 Below Cold IPA – Baxter Brewing Company. The label was produced on one of their two MPS-Domino hybrid presses. Nye Hornor, President of Amherst Label, accepted the award on stage.  In addition to this Best-in-Class award, Amherst Label was also a First-Place winner with two other labels… All Times Sparkling Cider – Citizen Cider in the ‘Beverage – Nonalcoholic’ category, and Gusto – Seven Birches Winery in the category ‘Wine & Spirits – All, including neck label’. In addition, Amherst Label earned Second Place in ‘Wine & Spirits – All, including neck label’ for their label Essential Vermont Hopped Gin – Appalachian Gap Distillery – Switchback Brewing Company.  Says Nye Hornor, “The three Domino presses allow us to service our customer with the highest quality product. The Domino difference has made an Amherst Label difference. We appreciate the support and partnership we have had for over 7 plus years.”   

ASL Print FX, an AWT Company was awarded Best-in-Class in the category ‘Industrial & Automotive’ for the label East Penn Traveller’s Choice RV Care.  The label was produced on their Domino N610i digital UV inkjet label press.  Charlie MacLean, president of ASL Print FX, accepted the award on stage and after the event reflected on this special moment.  “This TLMI Best-in-Class award truly reflects ASL’s commitment to excellence. From an equipment standpoint, the precision and reliability of our Domino press played a crucial role in achieving this recognition. We look forward to continuing our partnership and pushing the boundaries of label printing together.”

International Label & Printing was awarded Best-in-Class in the category ‘Promotional & Extended Content’ for the label Laconic Foods Orange Blossom Honey.  This label was produced on their Nilpeter-Domino hybrid press. Mark Turk, president & CEO of International Label & Printing, accepted the award on stage and later spoke of sincere gratitude. “We are very appreciative of TLMI and its judging team for bestowing this award to us. We are also extremely grateful for the support of the entire Domino team in receiving this honor. Special thanks also go out to our team at International Label and to our customer, Laconic Foods. We are very proud and happy!”

In addition, Domino customers Label King and Macaran, a NextGen Label Group Company, were award winners as well with labels printed on their Domino N610i digital UV inkjet label press.

Label King was awarded First Place in the category of ‘Household – UTC’ for the label Elum Designs Disco Cowgirl Boot; First Place in the category of ‘Wellness, Pharmaceutical, & Nutraceutical’ for the label Grizzly Peak Grateful Dave; First Place in the category of ‘Beverage – Nonalcoholic’ for the label Kavahol Alcohol-Free Kava Spirit; and Second Place in the category ‘Wellness, Pharmaceutical, & Nutraceutical’ for the label Hydropro Chocolate Whey Protein.   

Macaran, a NextGen Label Group Company, was awarded Second Place in the category of ‘Food’ with their label SAP JACK.

TLMI’s nine Best-in-Class winners, as well as a group of North American First Place Winners individually selected by the Awards Judges, will go on to compete in the International World Label Awards.

David Ellen, Domino Global Divisional Director – Digital Printing, sums up the TLMI Awards Dinner with the feeling of proud partnership. “It’s wonderful to be part of such an amazing association as TLMI, and witness the profound way they are honoring the label industry and the excellent achievements of converters. And in doing so, it’s exciting to celebrate the tremendous success of our customers.  The partnership between Domino and converters goes far beyond providing technology to meet the everyday need to produce beautiful, durable labels for the brands.  It’s a relationship built on trust, commitment, and longevity. Watching our customers grow their business, win awards, and celebrate… I could not be prouder.”

Domino is a leading manufacturer and distributor of digital printing and product identification solutions.  Celebrating its 46^th year in business, Domino is a global organization with world headquarters in the UK, and North American headquarters in Gurnee, IL.  Domino has 25 subsidiaries, representation in over 120 countries, and over 3,000 employees worldwide.  As of June 2015, Domino is a Brother Group company.  For more information on Domino, please visit dominodigitalprinting.com   

By: Todaytec

Todaytec is pleased to announce the addition of Olivier Moreau as Director of Marketing, U.S.

As the second largest Thermal Transfer Ribbon manufacturer in the world by volume, Todaytec’s goal is clear:  Deliver outstanding products and customer service to propel the company to the top.  Hiring people like Olivier Moreau is a very important part of that strategy.

“Not only is he personable and intelligent,” comments Vice President of Sales U.S., Nimitt Adhvaryu, “But his extensive experience in marketing and product management and proven ability to define and execute action plans, makes him the perfect choice for who we need.”

With over 20 years of experience supporting sales across the globe, Moreau’s expertise will soon evolve into an expanded role beyond the United States.

“I’m excited to develop Todaytec’s marketing strategy in the United States.  Not only is it the largest market for our industry, but the opportunities are almost limitless once our potential customers understand what we have to offer,” states Moreau. “The best quality products and customer service.”

Since 2015, Olivier has worked up the ranks at Armor USA and Armor-IIMAK as Project Manager Americas and Marketing Manager Americas, honing his skills in the TTR industry.

“What impresses us most is Olivier’s leadership skills and  his ability to develop go-to-market strategies, product launches and marketing campaigns, while delivering support to sales with outstanding results,” says Steven Han, president and CEO of Todaytec.

Leo Liu, Global Sales Director, adds, “We are a global company, while still catering to the needs of the customer based on their region and culture.  With Olivier Moreau, we have a multi-lingual executive who has practical experience with pluricultural groups.  Plus, with his degree in Chemistry, you have a professional who knows the product and the people who use it.”

By: XSYS

Willstaett, Germany. 11 September 2024 – XSYS, a leader in providing innovative prepress solutions for the flexographic and letterpress printing industries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Polyprint as the distributor for nyloprint® printing plates in Colombia. This strategic partnership will enhance the availability and support of XSYS’s nyloprint® plates in Colombia.

Founded in 1983, Polyprint is renowned for its comprehensive range of high-quality products and services tailored for the printing and decorating industries. With a strong presence in the Colombian market, Polyprint offers solutions including printing plates, and a range of packaging equipment, making them a valuable partner for XSYS.

Matias Katila, Sales Director LATAM at XSYS, commented:

“Polyprint’s extensive industry expertise and strong market presence make them an ideal partner for us. Their commitment to quality and customer service aligns perfectly with our values. We are excited to work together to bring our nyloprint® solutions to a broader audience in Colombia.”

With this partnership, Polyprint will serve crucial segments such as packaging for tubes, cups, and cans, label printing, pad printing and security printing. These segments demand precision and quality, which are the hallmarks of the nyloprint® range.

Among the nyloprint® portfolio, the nyloprint® WS PRO and WF SHARP plates stand out for their advanced capabilities and recent success in the market:

nyloprint® WS PRO

The nyloprint® WS PRO is a steel-based water-washable plate that excels in high-end applications, particularly in printing on tubes, cups, and cans. Known for its exceptional durability, detail reproduction and smooth ink transfer, this plate’s high resolution of up to 10,160 dpi ensures the highest level of precision, making it ideal for complex designs in the tubes, cups and cans market.

nyloprint® WF SHARP

For the high-end label market, the nyloprint® WF SHARP offers superior ink transfer and sharp detail reproduction. This film-based, water-washable plate is designed to meet the rigorous demands of label printing, with optimized hardness for enhanced reproduction of the finest highlights and details, as well as uniform, smooth vignettes. It delivers sharply defined text, barcodes, and elements, ensuring superior print quality with improved ink laydown and even, smooth solids.

David Restrepo, General Manager of Polyprint, noted:

“XSYS’s reputation for innovation and quality in the flexographic and letterpress sectors is well-established. We are proud to add the full range of nyloprint® plates to our product lineup, enhancing our offerings and providing our customers with the best-in class analogue and digital solutions for their letterpress printing needs.”

By: Xaar

Cambridge, 11^th September 2024 – Xaar’s 2002 printhead is powering Brotech’s latest varnish embellishment module, debuting at Labelexpo Americas 2024. The innovative module is being showcased at Shenzhen Brotech Digital Graphics’ booth (5603), offering visitors an exclusive look at the future of label embellishments, varnishing, and cold foiling.

Brotech, a renowned manufacturer of label converting equipment, has integrated Xaar’s 2002 printhead into its new varnish embellishment module to deliver superior productivity and versatility. The module is designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality, intricate label finishes that enhance brand differentiation and product appeal.

Labelexpo Americas attendees will have the opportunity to see Brotech’s new varnish embellishment module in action. Powered by five Xaar 2002 printheads, the exceptional performance in applying textured varnishes, high-build tactile effects at over 100 microns, and cold foiling with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency will be evident. Xaar’s unique technologies, including High Laydown and TF Technology, enable the module to handle a wide range of fluids, delivering consistent, high-quality results across various label substrates.

Ramon Li, General Manager at Brotech commented: “Xaar’s High Laydown Technology and the exceptional productivity of the Xaar 2002 printhead have enabled us to achieve the unmatched high-build varnish effects that our customers demand. We look forward to showcasing the level of detail and quality provided by our new varnish embellishment module on booth 5603 at Labelexpo Americas.”

Justin Noble, Director of Sales at Xaar added: “We are delighted that Brotech has chosen the Xaar 2002 printhead for their latest varnish embellishment module. This partnership showcases the capabilities of Xaar’s technology in enhancing label embellishments and adds significant value to the label printing industry.”

About Xaar
Xaar is an inkjet innovator, providing printheads and technologies for OEM and UDI customers worldwide.

By helping customers lay down precise volumes of inks and fluids with absolute pin-point accuracy, time after time, Xaar’s inkjet printheads and technologies meet the needs of numerous markets. Covering graphics, labelling, direct-to-shape, packaging, textiles, coatings,

product decoration, ceramic tile and glass decoration, décor, and outer case coding applications – as well as printing with specialist functional fluids for 3D and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Collaboration is at the very core of its business. Xaar works as a trusted partner from sites in Europe and China, providing expert insights and technical support every step of the way.

With over 30 years’ experience, around 200 patents registered or pending, and major ongoing R&D investment, Xaar’s digital printhead and precision jetting technologies create infinite opportunities for today’s sustainable manufacturing innovation.

By: Asahi Photoproducts

Tokyo, Japan & Brussels, Belgium, September 11, 2024 – Asahi Photoproducts, a pioneer in flexographic photopolymer plate development, has announced a new distribution partnership with The Oldham Group, a renowned industry leader in print solutions. Starting this September, The Oldham Group will become an additional distributor in Asahi’s growing US network.

Founded in 1951 and headquartered in Springfield, IL, The Oldham Group has a long-standing reputation for excellence in prepress, pressroom, and bindery equipment. With a history of expanding into key markets and offering cutting-edge digital and automated workflow solutions, Oldham’s expertise aligns perfectly with Asahi’s innovative technology and customer-centric approach.

“We are thrilled to welcome The Oldham Group as a key distributor in the US,” Kaoru Nozaki, Global Sales Manager at Asahi Kasei.”Their commitment to innovation and sustainability will help us bring environmentally balanced solutions, such as our water-washable AWP™ and AFP™-R CleanPrint plates, to a wider audience. Together, we aim to support printers in transitioning to cleaner, more efficient production processes, leveraging our advanced polymer technology and shared dedication to environmental responsibility.”

For more information about products and services from Asahi Photoproducts, visit us at www.asahi-photoproducts.com or email hello@asahi-photoproducts.com.

By: Mid America Paper Recycling

Chicago — August 20, 2024 — With containerboard demand on the rise,  Mid America Paper Recycling (MAPR) has a solution for packaging companies looking to increase their revenues. Throughout SuperCorrExpo^Ò 2024, being held September 8-12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, MAPR officials in booth 1171 will explain how the extensive benefits of its Waste Audit program can increase the value of scrap and trim waste recycling streams.

The cardboard box recession that began two years ago appears to be trending in a favorable direction. Reports indicate production rose 7% in the second quarter this year, compared to the same timeframe in 2023. With SuperCorrExpo serving as North America’s largest event for the corrugated packaging industry, Mid America Paper Recycling CEO Don Gaines says now is the right time for attendees to learn about the hidden benefits of recyclable waste.

“Manufacturing operations create tons of waste every year, ranging from pre-consumer, high grade recyclable paper to production trim and paperboard. Our free  Waste Audit Survey can help identify what you may be overlooking because there is a cash value in your trash,” said Gaines. MAPR has provided recycling solutions to nationwide partners for 98 years, and Gaines has led the fourth-generation independent broker, processor, and exporter of recovered paper for the last 42 years.

“Our facility puts an emphasis on de-inking paper grades, pulp sub-grades, and all types of corrugated,” continued Gaines. “We specialize in developing comprehensive recycling programs for manufacturers, packaging companies, printers, and converters. Our Growing The Worth Of Your Waste program helps customers grow revenues they are realizing from scrap generation by finding holes in their recycling processes, and by reducing expenses paid to haul away scrap.”

At the SuperCorrExpo, Gaines said MAPR staff will explain the recycling program and its importance for small businesses, newer organizations, and well-established Fortune 500 businesses.

“As we go in to many companies, they often tell us that everything is going well. When we dive into their processes, we generally find that we are able to increase their revenues and decrease their costs by applying best practices we’ve developed over decades. That’s where our experience helps make an impact on both the revenue and expense sides of their P&L statement,” he remarked.

The comprehensive MAPR Waste Audit Survey is the first step on the path to recycling improvement. Gaines said booth visitors who take 10 minutes to complete it will learn how the detailed process can improve operations and increase revenue per ton.

“Establishing a baseline and working at continuous improvement is a necessity for any size operation. This audit offers the same strategic process to improving a converter’s current waste handling practices, allowing you to build a smart program that continuously improves the worth of your waste. The SuperCorrExpo is the ideal place to get this conversation started.”

If you are not attending the SuperCorrExpo and want to complete a Waste Audit survey – which can be done from your office or home – go online to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MAPRAudit.

About Mid America Paper Recycling

Founded in 1926, Mid America Paper Recycling is a fourth-generation leader in the recycling industry, and provides solutions for partners ranging from small businesses to large multinational corporations. Its robust program features a new benchmarking audit, consultation services, documentation, quantification and presentation of the specific and overall values that can be realized from customer waste streams. To learn more about the free waste audit and Mid America’s other environmental initiatives, call 773-890-5454 or visit www.midamericapaper.com.

By: Gallus Group

• Fast, cost-effective, and high-quality in-line matte finishing process brings digital inkjet to profitable new market segment 
• New MatteJet technology to drive digital adoption across the industry, further empowering converters to embrace inkjet technology for a smart, connected printshop

St. Gallen, 10 September, 2024 – Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), is poised to transform the narrow-web print landscape with its latest research breakthrough: Gallus MatteJet technology. Announced at Labelexpo Americas 2024, the landmark innovation represents an important advancement in inkjet printing, unlocking a premium matte finish previously unachievable with digital inkjet, bringing the possibilities of inkjet technology to the wine label market for the very first time.

Exemplifying HEIDELBERG’s position as a total solution provider for all modern printing processes – offering the entire spectrum from toner to inkjet, offset printing to flexo and all controlled from a common Prinect workflow – MatteJet was developed in-house at Gallus’ innovation hub in St. Gallen, the Gallus Experience Center. At Labelexpo Americas 2024, Gallus will exhibit alongside HEIDELBERG, where it will explain how this transformative innovation addresses one of the key challenges that has historically restricted the growth of digital inkjet technology. Importantly, visitors at the show will also learn how MatteJet will transform the entire market segment for wine and spirit labels and provide converters with the key to a profitable new area of business growth.

The glossy finish inherent to digital inkjet technology has been one of the foremost barriers to its widespread adoption across labels and packaging – specifically in premium segments such as wine and spirit labels where brands traditionally expect a sophisticated matte finish. Until today, this was only achievable through conventional printing, or the addition of post-processing equipment to utilize matt varnishes, adding time, complexity and cost.

Now, in a groundbreaking industry milestone, Gallus MatteJet technology delivers fast, cost-effective, and high-quality matte finishing capabilities, integrated directly into the digital inkjet process. This will allow converters, for the first time, to achieve a high-end matte finish at the touch of a button, without changing inks or adding overprint varnish, eliminating the need for external finishing processes or separate conventional machines. By removing one of the key barriers traditionally restricting the expansion of inkjet printing, Gallus’ new innovative process presents an enormous opportunity for converters to now access a highly profitable market segment. Importantly, MatteJet will also enable more converters and brands than ever before to enjoy the benefits of digital printing, such as more profitable short runs, personalization, and on-demand printing – representing a huge leap in the industry’s digital transformation.

“The development of Gallus MatteJet technology marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of inkjet printing, opening up a world of new opportunities and ultimately, completely transforming the very foundation of what’s possible with inkjet technology,” comments Dario Urbinati, CEO, Gallus Group. “By unlocking matte finishing for digital inkjet, we’ll be able to make an entirely new market segment accessible to converters without the sizeable investment into separate offset solutions – boosting profitability and exemplifying our commitment to building a new era of flexibility that will enable our industry to thrive long-term.”

Designed to integrate with Gallus’ Digital Printing Unit, the new MatteJet technology also represents further expansion of Gallus’ System to Compose concept, which provides unprecedented levels of compatibility across its leading product lines. Under the System to Compose, converters can add, adjust and remove units to their Gallus One as their business needs evolve – now further expanded to comprise workflow and service options as well as equipment, following its overwhelming reception at drupa 2024. Labelexpo will see Gallus demonstrate how the System to Compose concept is key to empowering converters to pivot, adapt and therefore thrive long term, with MatteJet now providing an additional piece to this puzzle.

The latest iteration of the Gallus One also makes its global tradeshow debut at this Labelexpo, in the newly-expanded 430mm web width, unlocking more application possibilities than ever before. Visitors to the stand will see first-hand the possibilities achievable with its recently-extended color gamut, with the integration of Orange and Violet Saphira inks developed jointly in-house with HEIDELBERG, and helping converters to achieve shelf standout for brand differentiation.

HEIDELBERG will also showcase various aspects of its label offering alongside Gallus, having recently continued its expansion into new business areas, solidifying its position as a leader in delivering end-to-end solutions. Together, they will highlight a number of innovations in the label space – including the latest developments in its Screeny^® screen printing solutions and Prinect workflow software. Prinect, the backbone of System to Compose from Gallus, is key to digitizing production and realizing the smart, connected printshop of the future – brought to life live on the Labelexpo booth (3523).

As a subsidiary, Gallus remains an important pillar in the company’s growth strategy for the packaging and label market and will continue to play a key role in the HEIDELBERG future.

About Gallus

Gallus, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) with production facilities in Switzerland and Germany, is a leading company in the development and production of conventional and digital narrow-web, reel-fed presses designed for the label and packaging business. The machine portfolio is augmented by a broad range of screen printing plates (Gallus Screeny), globally decentralized service operations, and a broad range of printing accessories and replacement parts. Products and services of the Gallus brand are distributed through the global HEIDELBERG Sales and Service network. The comprehensive portfolio also includes consulting services provided by label experts in all relevant printing and process engineering tasks. Gallus employs around 300 people, of whom 160 are based in Switzerland, where the company has its headquarters in St. Gallen. For more information, visit www.gallus-group.com.

With its dual-track strategy, HEIDELBERG is pursuing two key strategic approaches. Firstly, the company wants to make its mark on the printing market beyond its sheetfed offset press business – especially in the packaging or label market and digital printing. Secondly, HEIDELBERG will open up new markets alongside its core business, as has already happened with the wallbox business.