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Coveris Acquires St. Neots Packaging

The acquisition is part of Coveris’s strategy designed to support its continued growth in cartonboard

CV Labels Invests in Second Nilpeter Press

Adding FB-2500 UV-flexo press to meet demand for self-adhesive pharma labels

Ideal Labels Delivering Complete Digital Flexo Solution

Esko CDI 2530 plate imager and DeskPack software give label provider quality boost

Appleton Mfg. Division Adds to Safe-Slab Line

The Butt Roll Safe-Slab and the Master Roll Safe-Slab are said to provide many updated benefits, including new safety features

Foodservice Packaging Institute Reports Survey Results

Survey finds companies are optimistic about industry growth and many are planning expansion, but there are challenges ahead as well

Badger Plug Spool Kits Allow On-Site Assembly

Kits are said to add speed and convenience to product packaging, and flanges are offered in many varieties

Esko Releases Suite 14 Software

The next-generation productivity suite for packaging preproduction and management is said to enable better connections throughout the supply chain

FTA Fall Conference Open for Registration

Innovation will be the focus, with an agenda that includes indirect flexo, FIRST 5.0, printed electronics, RFID, expanded gamut, and much more

Channeled Resources Acquires Atlas Adhesive Tape

Channeled expects the acquisition of Atlas’s pressure-sensitive tape applications to bring another dimension to an already diverse product line

NDC Infrared Engineering Merges with Beta LaserMike

The two suppliers of noncontacting measurement and control solutions come together to form NDC Technologies

DFE Celebrates 40 Years in Business

Dover Flexo Electronics shares some history on how it got started 40 years ago and how it got its name

HP Announces New Indigo Digital Presses

The WS6800 digital press is said to provide faster turnaround times through automated color management for label and packaging converters

Clear Lam Packaging Supports Stonyfield Yogurt Pouch

Compact Grab n’ Go Pouch reseals for convenience and portion control

Graphic Label Solutions Goes All-Digital with EFI Jetrion

Becomes first company in US to install 4950LX LED inkjet press

Maxson Sheeters Offer Continuous Run Feature

Said to enhance productivity safely, continuous run feature allows uninterrupted production as operator changes skids of material

Roland DGA Printer/Cutter Produces Prototypes

The VersaUV LEC-330 printer/cutter and the VersaUV LEF-12 flatbed printer are said to produce prototypes quickly on many substrates

Esko Software Supports Color-Logic File Format

The packaging market is the focus of collaboration, which allows designers to see Color-Logic’s special effects as they will look on finished product

Clifton Packaging Installs AVT PrintVision/Argus

Provides 100% in-line process control and quality assurance on Flexotecnica press

Flint Reports Benefits of Anilox Roll Cleaner

Varn Enviroflex is said to help flexo printers save money and time in cleaning anilox rolls

MarquipWardUnited Establishes BW Papersystems

With the acquisition of Körber AG’s Papersystems completed, the Körber companies become part of the newly formed BW Papersystems

Signature Flexible Packaging Operating New 10-Color Press

KBA Flexotecnica gearless, sleeved, CI press installed in Los Angeles

Maxcess Announces Fife Operator Interface

The Fife OI-TS is said to provide easy control and operator of the SE-46C digital line-guide sensor

FTA Reports Continued Growth

With 170 new members from around the world joining in the first half of the year, the association reports programs and events are fueling the growth

Diamond Packaging a Winner in FSEA Competition

Three awards showcase the company’s folding carton decorating capabilities, including printing, foil stamping, and embossing

Drytac Introduces Polyester Window Film

ViziPrint Impress clear, printable film is said to leave no residue, eliminate bubbling, and be resistant to moisture

Metal FX Films Offers Cross Grain Brushed Pattern

Pattern is said to be well suited for high-end cartons in many markets and to grab the attention of shoppers

OMET Reports Innovations on Presses

A double unwinding system and a Rhino flat-bed hot foil group are available on the XFlex presses

Graco System Named Award Finalist

The InvisiPac Tank-Free Hot Melt Delivery System will take home a Stevie when the 2014 American Business Awards are announced in September

Bosch Rexroth Expands GoTo Program to all NA

Company now offers fast delivery for its drive and control technologies to Canada and Mexico as well as the US

IST METZ Prints Folder with Innovative Leather Structure

Printed on company's UV sheetfed offset press and given a soft-touch, matte and gloss finish

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