AB Graphic Int'l Inc.

AB Graphic International has announced software upgrades to its Digicon SabreXtreme laser label cutter that further streamline overall production and expand on converting applications.

AB Graphic International has announced software upgrades to its Digicon SabreXtreme laser label cutter that further streamline overall production and expand on converting applications.

At Labelexpo Europe 2011, Bridlington, U.K.-based AB Graphic International Ltd. will feature the latest developments in its Omega and Vectra range of label converting and finishing lines with the focus on fast job changes, reduced waste and non-stop production.

ONTARIO, Calif.—AB Graphic International has announced its Platinum Partnership with Dscoop (Digital Solutions Cooperative) and will be demonstrating the Omega Digicon Series 2 label converting line during the Dscoop annual conference in February. The event will take place at the Marriott Hotel & Marina in San Diego California. AB Graphic International, strategic partner to HP for Digital finishing solutions will be sharing insights on Laser Die Cutting as well as showing attendees the potential applications they can apply to digitally printed material when utilising the Omega Digicon Series 2. Founded by HP Indigo users and the HP Indigo team in 2005, Dscoop is a

ELGIN, Ill.—AB Graphic International held its second open house at its Elgin, Ill., facility in November. The event was co-sponsored by Hewlett-Packard and brought together representatives from more than 70 companies within the industry. Presentation topics included “Latest Industry Trends” and “Business Case for Digital Label Products” and the open house featured an up-close demonstration of the ws4500 from HP Indigo, along with an RFID overview from Avery Dennison. AB Graphic International demonstrated various products from its portfolio including the Omega Digicon with Hot Foil Stamping and Embossing for digitally printed labels, Vectra Turret Rewinders, Omega Slitter Rewinders, Flytec 100-percent Camera Inspection, and Pharmaceutical

ELGIN, Ill.—AB Graphic International held its second open house at its Elgin, Ill., facility in November. The event was co-sponsored by Hewlett-Packard and brought together representatives from more than 70 companies within the industry. Presentation topics included “Latest Industry Trends” and “Business Case for Digital Label Products” and the open house featured an up-close demonstration of the ws4500 from HP Indigo, along with an RFID overview from Avery Dennison. AB Graphic International demonstrated various products from its portfolio including the Omega Digicon with Hot Foil Stamping and Embossing for digitally printed labels, Vectra Turret Rewinders, Omega Slitter Rewinders, Flytec 100-percent Camera Inspection, and Pharmaceutical

AB Graphic International has announced a co-operation with Convertec AB, Sweden in marketing the Braillemaker One, a dedicated digital printing machine for braille. Launched at Labelexpo Europe 2007, the machine is primarily aimed at the production of pharmaceutical labels, leaflets and booklets and can also be used for any packaging markets where braille marking is required. The compact web path ensures that no booklets will be dispensed during operation and is controlled by a servo motor and a constant tension vacuum plate. Unwind and rewind units are configured in a cassette system to support any roll of labels and allowing core diameters from 40

ONTARIO, Calif.—AB Graphic International, Inc. has supplied Phase 2 Labels, an integrated company of Pazazz Printing, Montreal, with an Omega Digicon HS Converting line for digitally printed webs. The line joins the company’s new, HP Indigo 4500 digital print engine as part of a joint $1 million investment program. The Digicon HS provides Phase 2 Labels with a wide range of label finishing and decorating options that include diecutting, laminating, hot foil stamping and sheeting. Commenting on the investment, Warren Werbitt, president and CEO of Pazazz said, “Our clients were increasingly requesting the option for short-run, flexible, color printing—often with variable data or personalization.

ONTARIO, Calif.—AB Graphic International has announced increased sales of its Vectra SGTR Glueless Turret Rewinder as a result of label converters responding to recent reports regarding environmental concerns in the printing industry. Tony Bell, sales director of AB Graphic International in the UK said, “Many of the major retailers are aiming to source packaging from only sustainable and renewable sources and printers are becoming increasingly aware of concerns about the environment. This is a complex issue in many aspects of manufacturing and everyday life and the Vectra Glue-less line can certainly help printers meet some of the criteria.” The glueless start Vectra SGTR has

ONTARIO, Calif.—AB Graphic International has been nominated in the Continuous Innovations category of the Label Industry Global Awards 2007 scheduled to take place during Labelexpo Europe in September. Commenting on the nomination, Sales Director Tony Bell said, “One of the reasons behind our success is our willingness to work with customers on developing products that will take them to the next level of technology, but people make it happen. All our design, engineering and assemblies are done in-house and the nomination for this Award reflects on the abilities of the very talented team of individuals at AB Graphic International.” AB Graphic International manufacturers converting