Impact Label was founded in 1964 by William Fogleson Sr. in Kalamazoo, Michigan.  This high-quality custom label printer provides solutions for long-term durable labels and graphic overlays with a wide-array of equipment that includes high-speed narrow web digital printing, high-speed multi-function finishing equipment, wide-format digital, doming, screen printing, flexo printing, optical and mechanical die-cutting, and laminating. Key sectors that they serve include outdoor recreational, agricultural, medical, automotive, electronics, and food.

In October 2020, Impact Label installed the Domino N610i digital UV inkjet label press. 

We recently caught up with the Impact Label team to learn more about their business, why they added digital to their label printing arsenal, and why they chose Domino.

Tell me about Impact Label.   

“At Impact Label, we take great pride in finding solutions and designing products for our customers by working with unique materials and adhesives.  We produce everything from domed labels and graphic overlays for consumer products, to safety and warning labels for industrial applications. We’ve learned that success comes from having the knowledge and experience to truly exceed our clients’ expectations and to solve their unique challenges,” says Abdullah Alyousif, Director of Engineering.

What are your customers’ needs, requirements, and expectations?

Matt Berry, Vice President says, “Our customers require high-quality, durable products with a short lead time.  We are constantly improving our capabilities and investing in new equipment and technologies.”

Why digital?  What were the drivers that made you decide “we need digital”?   

Matt continues, “It was really based on speed, quality, consistency, and cost.  We knew that digital would address those key critical elements that would be a win-win for our customers and Impact Label.”  

Why Domino?  Why did you choose Domino versus any other digital provider?

“We researched various digital printing solutions, and Domino was the best fit for our needs.  Their speed, quality, white opacity, technical knowledge, and commitment are world-class,” says Abdullah.

Matt adds, “After meeting with all the different machine manufacturers, we could really tell that Domino wanted to be a strategic partner. They were ‘what can we do, how can we do it better, and we’ll be there to support you after we sell this press’ and they have definitely held up their end of that.”  

Have you seen any changes in the type of label jobs you run or projects you pursue? 

Matt says, “Yes, absolutely. Since installing the Domino, we are more competitive in full-color labels. We are targeting a more comprehensive range of industries and partnering with other label providers who don’t have the same capabilities.”

What production and business benefits have you experienced from having the Domino N610i?

Lucas Adams, Digital Press Technician says, “Our throughput, our capacity, our uptime, our efficiency… all have increased.” 

“Our make-ready, our turnaround time, our delivery time to our customers… all have decreased,” adds Bashir Toliver Sr., Digital Press Technician.

Matt says, “And we’ve increased our profitability. Our sales and revenue have increased by 13%, we’ve gained new customers, and we’ve entered new industries such as food, beverage, and cannabis.” 

“And the impact of COVID. We’ve noticed an increase in different industries such as medical and outdoor recreational, so being able to produce high-volume with the highest quality, efficiency, and speed without overwhelming the system has been critical.  With Domino, we are capable of handling more with less.” says Abdullah.

Describe the Training, Service & Support from Domino.

Abdullah says, “We are very pleased and satisfied with the quality and service provided by Domino.”

“The training and service are exceptional and world-class.  All our press operators are trained, and they all come ready to work on the press with confidence,” says Matt.

Lucas says, “The prepress training by the Domino Digital Solutions team is incredible. We also had the Sales & Estimating training, which was outstanding.”  Bashir adds, “The training package that Domino provides is truly exceptional.”

Is there a ‘Domino Difference’?

Matt explains, “When we built this building, we were looking at investing in some new equipment and our technology and infrastructure to move forward, so we started talking with a lot of different digital press manufacturers…HP, Durst, Domino…the big players in the industry.  And after a lot of reviewing and meeting with their sales teams and seeing what products they could produce, Domino was the best fit for Impact Label. And I think one of the things that really put them across the finish line was the support that we saw from them, the non-pressure that they weren’t just trying to sell us just to make a sale… they wanted to be there to be a strategic partner with Impact Label.”   

Lucas says, “The Domino Difference for me is the speed, the quality of the product, and their tech support is fantastic. It really makes a difference.  If you have problems they’re resolved quickly and efficiently, and they’re fixed.  It’s a nice piece of equipment.”

Abdullah sums it up. “I believe the Domino Difference is the commitment…the feeling of partnership.  The quality that Domino delivers.  The speed, the efficiency, the capacity.  That is the Domino Difference for Impact.” 

What do you foresee moving forward?

“We have a strategy in place, and we are planning to grow aggressively in the next 5-10 years. We are planning to install new equipment and of course more Domino presses,” says Matt.  Abdullah adds, “Thank you Domino for providing a world-class printing solution, and we are looking forward to partnering more with you in the future.”

Domino is a leading manufacturer and distributor of digital printing and product identification solutions.  Celebrating its 44th year in business, Domino is a global organization with world headquarters in the UK, and North America headquarters in Gurnee, IL.  Domino has 25 subsidiaries, representation in over 120 countries, and over 3,000 employees worldwide. 

For more information on Domino digital printing, please visit dominodigitalprinting.com  

Vancouver, B.C. – Great Little Box Company Ltd/ Ideon Packaging (GLBC) is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for the 17th time. This annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 recognizes employers in British Columbia who are not only industry leaders but who have also created exceptional workplace environments. 

“We are honored to receive this award and strongly believe that putting our employees first through providing a safe, secure, rewarding, and fun work environment is key to our current and future success.  Our ability to attract and retain a talented and passionate workforce where employees can grow their careers drives us to continually review and innovative our programs and practices to meet their needs.”  Christine Tindall, Vice President, Human Resources of GLBC.

Headquartered in Richmond, B.C., GLBC has established itself as a multi divisional manufacturer and supplier for innovative packaging and label solutions. Founded 40 years ago, the company is now comprised of a diverse workforce of 450 employees and growing. GLBC’s unique approach to supporting and valuing their employees includes everything from wellness programs and birthdays off to a company wide goal that when reached takes all employees on a “BOX GOAL” trip. 

About Great Little Box Company/ Ideon Packaging
Great Little Box Company Ltd. Ideon Packaging (GLBC) began operations in 1982 in British Columbia, Canada and currently operates from its headquarters in Richmond, BC with additional offices in Victoria, BC, Kelowna, BC and Everett, Washington, as well as a satellite office in Alberta. Great Little Box Company is an award-winning manufacturer and distributor of label and packaging solutions, specializing in corrugated boxes, custom displays, labels, flexible packaging, folding cartons, protective packaging, and shipping supplies With 40 years of packaging experience and recognized for its excellence in customer service, GLBC provides businesses with an efficient, one source packaging solution. For more information, please visit www.glbc.com.

About British Columbia’s Top Employers
BC’s Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Employers are evaluated by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers using the same eight criteria as the national competition: (1) Physical Workplace; (2) Work Atmosphere & Social; (3) Health, Financial & Family Benefits; (4) Vacation & Time Off; (5) Employee Communications; (6) Performance Management; (7) Training & Skills Development; and (8) Community Involvement. Employers are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offers the most progressive and forward-thinking programs.

For more information, please visit Canada’s Top Employers

Elk Grove Village, IL—SCREEN Americas announces the installation of the Truepress Jet520HD AD to MSP of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. The installation of the high-definition inkjet web press with an advanced drying unit, the Truepress Jet520HD AD will join the Truepress Jet520NX in the company’s 100,000 square foot facility. The new SCREEN press replaces MSP’s original Truepress Jet520S and Truepress Jet520ZZ models. With this latest installation, MSP plans on eliminating its offset lithographic equipment entirely. 

The ability to put multiple jobs on one roll combined with a one-touch operation has proven to be both profitable for the printer and beneficial to the customer allowing MSP to effortlessly convert more than 100 of its clients over to SCREEN’s technology. The company’s chief operating officer, Doug Wright, expects that with the installation of the Truepress Jet520HD AD, the few remaining clients he has on lithographic presses will soon make the switch to digital inkjet technology. 

MSP intends to use the Truepress Jet520HD AD to print on envelopes which will add an entirely new service line to the company’s business. The press’ ability to print on a wide variety of both coated and uncoated paper stock along with its variable data capabilities will make it the perfect solution for this application. Wright also plans on expanding his workforce beyond the existing 350 employees to accommodate the new envelope portion of his business. And, with the reduction in offset printing, he has been able to rearrange his labor costs. “Someone can be fully skilled in 60 days on a SCREEN press whereas with an offset press, it takes years for these operators to master what they’re doing,” said Wright.

Founded in 1953, MSP primarily focuses on direct mail marketing for nonprofit organizations. Its operation includes a full-service mailing facility designed to handle large volumes.

About SCREEN Americas
SCREEN Americas, a SCREEN Graphic Solutions group company established in 1967, is a leading provider of digital inkjet technology serving the commercial, publishing, direct mail, transactional, packaging, folding carton and label industries. In 2021, SCREEN Americas relocated its headquarters to Elk Grove Village, Illinois, with an upgrade that included a 14,000-plus square foot Inkjet Innovation Center.

US-based Martin Automatic looks forward to meeting its friends and customers during the 2022 Labelexpo Europe in Brussels. An essential supplier of non-stop unwind, rewind, and tension control equipment to the narrow web flexo and digital printing markets, we will gladly answer your questions about non-stop production and its benefits for your bottom line and carbon footprint.

During the last 24 months, Martin technology has proven even more essential to web printers and converters as many shifted focus to production of PPE or rapidly increased production of labels, pharmaceutical packaging, shrink sleeves, flexible packaging or pouches. Martin helped with these decisions and kept pace with deliveries every step of the way, creatively solving start up and installation issues during restricted travel periods and designing new features and machines based on changing production requirements.

Supply chain disruptions and scarcity of raw materials has emphasized even more the importance of non-stop automation. The more efficient use of raw material and the ease of processing residual rolls have become all the more important and attractive.

Visitors to Stand 7A35 will interact with our popular MBS automated butt splicer and LRD rewinder – machines that have revolutionized label production since 1983 and 1996 respectively. Technology and space saving packages are available for both models to accommodate your most extreme speed and web tension requirements while minimizing tight floor space. Let us explain the patent behind the popular rotary-sheer splice unit and lift and load mechanism on the MBS butt splicer and why automatic roll unloading from the LRD rewind is essential to your productivity and operator convenience.

And what visit to Stand 7A35 would be complete without an American-style hot-dog and beer? We invite you to stop in and tell us about your last 24 months and what your future holds – all while enjoying a respite from the demands of the show. We will listen keenly, and if possible, offer creative solutions to your production and waste management needs. 

www.martinautomatic.com

Leading narrow web press manufacturer, Mark Andy, is delighted to confirm its participation at Labelexpo Europe 2022 in Brussels.  Mark Andy’s booth will highlight the company’s digital and flexo hybrid technology that provides label converters with a wide variety of solutions for fast and efficient production from pre-press workflow to management systems, and from consumables and supplies to converting and finishing options.

On working demonstration in Brussels will be two Mark Andy digital hybrid presses: Digital Series HD and the manufacturer’s latest launch Digital Series iQ, powered by Domino, both of which will be available for visitors to inspect close-up during the entire event.

While Digital Series HD and Digital Series iQ are suited for different needs, both feature seamless integration with a complete set of end-to-end functionalities to help businesses grow.  Both are inkjet digital hybrid presses capable of printing with extended color gamut, 6-color process, and opaque white at true production speeds.  In addition, both machines are designed with fast-change flexo features for top coating, lamination, foil stamping, and specialty color printing and product decoration. Finishing attributes include Mark Andy’s high-speed semi-rotary die cutting.

“The Digital Series HD and the Digital Series iQ utilize well-proven technology to ensure a reliable and profitable solution for our customers,” said Tom Cavalco, Managing Director, Mark Andy Europe.  “Since its launch last year in the Americas, Digital Series iQ has been a fast seller, easily integrated by label converters. We are excited to showcase the machine for the first time in Europe on our booth at Labelexpo and are looking forward to seeing friends old and new at this year’s event,” he added.

The DSHD is based on Mark Andy’s well-proven Performance Series P7 full-servo platform. It is available in 330mm (13”) and 430mm (17”) web widths and prints with a resolution that exceeds high-definition flexo at speeds up to 73m/min (240 ft/min).  It is the ideal choice for top quality printing across a range of substrates with the added benefit of inline product decoration and converting.

The new DSiQ is a fully integrated inkjet press built on a proven Mark Andy flexo platform. Powered by a robust Domino N610i UV inkjet module, it links digital brainpower with Mark Andy’s converting expertise, and combines all the web handling, flexo printing, product decoration, and converting capability of the Mark Andy Evolution Series platform with the market-proven Domino N600 digital print engine technology.   

Commenting for the show organizer, Labelexpo Managing Director Lisa Milburn stated: “We are delighted to welcome Mark Andy to Labelexpo Europe 2022.  It is very exciting news for our visitors that they will be using the show for the European launch of the new Digital Series IQ platform powered by Domino, alongside the latest version of their Digital Series HD press.”

www.markandy.com

For more information about Labelexpo Global Series, follow Labelexpo on Twitter at @Labelexpo or visit the Labelexpo Global Series website.

Label and Packaging materials division brings in a new head of sales and a newly created sales enablement role

Mentor, OH — Avery Dennison announces two leadership appointments based in Mentor, Ohio. Tina Hart has been named vice president of sales for the company’s Label and Packaging Materials, North America division. Bill Podojil has been named vice president of sales excellence and enablement. Both will assume their new roles on February 7, 2022.

Tina is re-joining the commercial organization after holding previous roles in customer service, marketing and sustainability. Most recently, she was serving as the vice president of sustainable innovation platforms. Tina has more than 20 years of experience at Avery Dennison. Her strong internal and customer relationships are in-line with Avery Dennison’s priority of customer service and maintaining and building customer relationships. Tina will continue to serve as president of the executive board of CELAB1.

“We are excited to welcome Tina back to the commercial organization and congratulate her on this new role”, says Jeroen Diderich, vice president and general manager, Label and Graphic Materials, North America. “Tina has added immense value in every role she has held at Avery Dennison. Her customer-first mentality is an excellent fit for leading our sales and customer service teams.”

Bill Podojil has been with Avery Dennison for over 25 years and has held roles in both our Graphic and Labels businesses in North America and Europe. Most recently Bill was the vice president of sales for Label and Packaging Materials, North America. With the changes of flexible work and emerging virtual collaboration, Bill’s passion for connecting with our customers and making it easy to do business with Avery Dennison is a perfect fit for this newly formed role. “Bill’s cross-business and cross-region experience with Avery Dennison will help us provide innovative ways of connecting with our customers”, says Jeroen. “With the changing work environment, we want to ensure our customers can connect with us in any way that works for them.”

Both Tina and Bill currently reside in Northeast Ohio and continue to be based in our office in Mentor, Ohio.

1 CELAB is a global consortium of companies formed to create a sustainable pressure-sensitive labeling industry and to increase access to matrix and liner recycling. The group is responsible for overseeing activities focused on sponsoring research, developing a recycling network, and educating stakeholders, policymakers, and the public. Branches have already been established in the US and Europe, soon expanding into Asia and other regions. https://celabglobal.org/

About Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2021 were $8.4 billion.

Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Stow, OH – Mactac® would like to introduce Nick Savelieff, an experienced Operations professional, as the company’s Vice President of Operations.  

With more than 20 years of experience in the plastics and pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) industries and in a variety of roles within supply chain, operations, and sales/marketing, Savelieff will lead the management of Mactac’s North American coating facilities and distribution centers. He will also oversee Mactac’s corporate engineering department.

In his role, Savelieff will champion manufacturing excellence and drive a continuous improvement culture across Mactac’s production facilities. Among his primary responsibilities are workplace safety and environmental compliance, strategic operations planning, manufacturing performance and productivity, and asset management and planning.

“We are excited to have Nick as a member of the Mactac/LINTEC team,” says Ed LaForge, Chief Executive Officer and President of Mactac. “As Mactac continues to grow, we are committed to ensuring operational excellence. Nick has a highly successful track record and is known for his superior leadership. His diverse background will deliver added value to our organization.”

 Savelieff began his career at GE Plastics in the specialty film and sheet division where he received his Six Sigma Black Belt Certification and was plant manager. He then held various positions within GE Plastics in both the Lexan chemical and finishing operations, including materials & logistics and quality manager as well as various plant manager assignments. He was most recently employed by Avery Dennison where he held various roles in the company’s label and graphics material business as plant manager, director of quality, and global account director.

Savelieff earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and a Master of Business Administration from John Carroll University in University Heights, Ohio.

www.mactac.com

Rochester, NY – Durst announced that Modernistic Inc., a leading provider of visual communication and contract manufacturing based in Stillwater, MN, has installed the P5 350 all-in-one hybrid, high-production, 1200dpi-resolution inkjet printer.

Modernistic, founded in 1938 by Clifford L. Schulte, has evolved into its 3rd generation of Schulte family ownership. Still proven and devoted to always driving value for their clients by providing expertise, superior products, and dependable services with speed and precision.

The Durst P5 350 is the most efficient hybrid printer on the market, designed to elevate efficiency and production capacity. Offering various configurations, the P5 350 provides up to 3500 sq ft/hr. The P5 350 UV LED inkjet press prints both rigid substrates and roll materials up to 137-inches wide. The printer is equipped with Durst Print Workflow software and exclusive Durst Analytics, thereby offering enhanced production efficiency from day one.

The first in Minnesota to implement the P5 350, installing this printer exemplifies Modernistic’s commitment to being a technology leader in large format printing. Scott Schulte CEO of Modernistic said, “With this technology we are able to ultimately generate more value for our customers with more speed and precision than before. We are committed to exceeding our customer’s needs and build trusted relationships.” Scott continues, “we will continue to invest in state-of-the-art efficiency building equipment and technology like what the P5 350 platform brings to the printing marketplace.”

With their 160,000 sq. ft facility, they are able to have direct to store print & manufacturing, eliminating the need for multiple vendors. This allows them to handle any project, no matter the size or complexity and their central location provides savings in both time and shipping cost. Driven to deliver superior products with on-time delivery and accurate custom kitting programs, the Durst P5 350 continues this culture by providing an innovative technologically advanced solution, with high production speeds, enhanced image quality and efficiencies to embrace sustainability.

“We are excited with our partnership with Modernistic,” states Larry D’Amico, Sales Director Durst North America. “Technology moves rapidly and the flexibility and productivity the Durst P5 350 offers, will enable Modernistic in helping them serve their clients with the highest quality product on the market.”

The P5 350 is especially suited for print providers who want to achieve consistent quality on a variety of materials with versatility, exactly the direction Modernistic was looking to offer their customers. “With the Durst, we found a printer that fits perfectly into our production workflow that allows us to do more for our customers and turn projects around faster with its high print quality, material agility and flexibility and its overall productivity”, said Scott Schulte.

About Modernistic
Modernistic is one of the leading national suppliers of décor, displays, graphics and contract manufacturing, serving accounts and clients in retail, architectural, industrial, transportation, and many other industries. Modernistic is G7 Master Printer Qualified and SGP (Sustainable Green Printing) certified. Contact Modernistic at 800-641-4610 or online at www.modprint.com

About Durst
Durst Group AG is a leading manufacturer of professional digital imaging systems.  The company operates manufacturing facilities in Brixen, Italy, and Lienz, Austria, and has major offices in North America, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, and Singapore. Durst’s reputation for quality, precision, innovation, sustainability, and reliability spans more than 80 years.

www.durstus.com

Abbott Label has installed the Domino N610i digital UV inkjet label press in Santa Fe Springs, CA.

Abbott Label is a family run trade-only label manufacturing company selling strictly for resale. The organization is comprised of four strategically located manufacturing facilities across the United States in Texas, California, Georgia, and Illinois.

In February 2020, Abbott Label added the Domino N610i digital UV inkjet press to their label printing arsenal to complement their HP Indigo, and to expand their digital printing capabilities at their headquarters in Dallas, TX.  Soon after, COVID-19 hit and there was a huge surge in variable data printing (VDP) applications.  Abbott Label turned again to Domino with the installation of the K600i dual bar digital UV inkjet printer in early 2021, further increasing their digital printing strength and capacity.

A year later and Abbott Label continues to grow, driving the acquisition of another Domino N610i… this one for their California location. 

We caught up with John Abbott, President of Abbott Label to discuss the California facility, the growing demand for digital printing, and why he chose Domino.   

Tell me about the Abbott Label facility in California

“Our facility is in southern California in Santa Fe Springs, which is roughly 20 miles southeast of Los Angeles, 20 miles northeast of Long Beach, and 10 miles northwest of Anaheim.  At that facility we have 65 employees, 55,000 square feet, and we’ve been there for 15 years.  From an equipment standpoint, we have two 17” Mark Andy 8-color full UV presses; two 13” die cutters; CEI 20” die cutter; 10” 8-color Mark Andy 2200; and 16” 6-color Mark Andy 4120.”

What was the driver for adding the Domino N610i to that facility?

“We have a large distributor base on the west coast with a growing demand for digital print. Until now, we have serviced those customers utilizing our Domino N610i which is located at our headquarters in Dallas, TX. I see the ability to serve the west coast market from Dallas as testament to Abbott Label’s outstanding service and Domino’s top tier quality. Adding the Domino N610i to our Santa Fe Springs location transplants our recipe for success closer to the end use market.” 

“We have made a conscious effort to make certain that all our facilities have similar manufacturing capabilities, unlike other competitors who utilize distribution centers instead of full manufacturing capabilities. This allows us to react and provide high-quality labels faster. Furthermore, the entire Abbott Label team believes that quality must be a given.  After having run the Domino N610i in Dallas for over two years, we are confident in its ability to provide our west coast customer base with high-quality products in a timely manner.”

When was the press installed and what jobs will run on this press?

“We installed the press in December 2021. The Domino UV inks are great. Highly durable and great colors! Our operators love running this machine.  Labels that we run on this press are food and beverage, nutraceuticals, industrial, retail, consecutive numbers, barcodes, and variable imaging.”      

What production & business benefits do you anticipate?

“Before installing the Domino N610i in our Santa Fe Springs manufacturing facility, we were having to serve the west coast digital market from our headquarters in Dallas. And although we could produce the high-quality labels quickly, we were still faced with longer shipping times due to proximity. The biggest benefit of adding the N610i to our west coast arsenal is the ability to respond faster to our customer needs. We also anticipate increasing top line digital sales. We feel we have only captured a very small percentage of the digital market on the west coast.”

What is most important you want your customers & prospects to know?

“Abbott Label prides itself as the most service-oriented trade only label manufacturer in the country, now offering digital printing out of our Santa Fe Springs, CA manufacturing facility. Digital print turn time is 3-5 business days after art proof approval.”

Thank you, John.  Anything else you would like to add?

“We would like to thank Domino and their team for amazing service and the strong partnership and look forward to continued growth as a result of it.”

Watch this video to learn more about Abbott Label and their partnership with Domino.
VIDEO: Abbott Label & Domino

Domino is a leading manufacturer and distributor of digital printing and product identification solutions.  Celebrating its 44th year in business, Domino is a global organization with world headquarters in the UK, and North America headquarters in Gurnee, IL.  Domino has 25 subsidiaries, representation in over 120 countries, and over 3,000 employees worldwide. 

For more information on Domino digital printing, please visit dominodigitalprinting.com