April 1, 2021
 

Featured Resources

 
 
Sponsored by Wilson Manufacturing

Re-engineering Service to Earn Your Trust.

The quality of our dies isn’t the only thing that sets Wilson apart. We combine technical expertise with a human touch to get your questions answered and solve problems quickly. Call or visit us online to get started-(800) 634-5248

 
 
 
Sponsored by Screen Americas

What is your Inkjet IQ?

For inquisitive printers, SCREEN Americas has launched a newsletter just for you! Check out the latest in industry events, service updates, installations and trends in high-speed inkjet for commercial, transactional, publishing, direct mail, label, flexible packaging and folding carton printers.

 
 
 
Sponsored by Zund America

Let’s Talk Workflow

Are you looking to efficiently nest and maximize material yield and throughput? Use metadata for easier parts identification, removal, kitting, and shipping logistics? Or do you simply want to increase overall workflow automation and productivity? Zünd is sure to have the perfect modular software solution for you and your specific production needs. Check out the latest Zünd offerings, and let’s talk workflow!

 
 
 
Sponsored by Eltosch Grafix

eltosch grafix LED UV Drying System for High Speed Sheet-fed Printing

eltosch grafix LED Powerline Focus drying system was developed for high speed sheet fed offset printing machines. This powerful LED UV system has been optimized for greater distances from the substrate. A high intensity is achieved by using a unique focusing optic lens. This leads to extraordinary curing results even at the highest operating speeds.LED Powerline’s modular design permits the switching off of individual segments for an easy adaptation to small sheet sizes. Advantages include: Unique focal lens system UV concentration, High flexibility in substrate clearances, Compact module design, 5 diode row LED segments, Exchangeable LED segments, High output power with low energy consumption, Formats from 20” to 73” , Segment shutdown for small sheet sizes.

 
 
 
Sponsored by Enercon Industries

Get Training for Your Corona Treater First Responders

Every operation needs a corona treater first responder – a go-to person for when your corona treater needs attention. Join Enercon as we dive into four situations that can occur with corona treaters and how to systematically approach each situation to reach a swift resolution. Learn more.

 

Digital Packaging Summit Series

We had so much great content from our sponsors at the 2020 Digital Packaging Summit that we wanted to share it with you in this special section. If you are interested in participating in the next Summit, email dpsinfo@napco.com
 
Sponsored by INX International Ink Co.

The Next Generation of Digital Product Decoration

With chemists, engineers and software experts focused on inkjet formulations and print drive electronics, INX Digital can provide cost-effective customer-driven solutions. For optimizing an entire inkjet system or any part of it, INX Digital has the experience and resources to explore new possibilities for customization and integration.

 
  
 
Sponsored by XEIKON

Trade Label Printer Adds Xeikon Folding Carton Solution

Stouse, LLC, examined various digital press options and quickly concluded that the Xeikon 3500 digital press was particularly well-suited for folding cartons. “Xeikon was a natural and it was an easy decision to make. “They’re the clear leaders in the digitally printed folding carton space.

 

Weekly Headlines

 
 

Sun Chemical Digitizes Color Communication With GMG ColorCard

GMG ColorCard has been integrated into Sun Chemical’s color matching services. Sun Chemical also announced plans to offer GMG ColorCard to its customers as a part of the SunColorBox solution set.

 
 
 

Cartotecnica Jolly Pack Invests in Defect-Free Quality Control

The new ACCUCHECK system empowers Cartotecnica Jolly Pack to check for defects as part of its quality control process. The packaging is checked when it first enters the BOBST folder-gluer.

 
 
 
 
 

PRINTING United Alliance 'Live and Local' Educational and Networking Event Hits Detroit

by Dan Marx

The Live and Local events, during which the PRINTING United Alliance is taking its insight to four cities (so far), are provided through the sponsorship of HP Inc. At the second event, David Wilaj, an economist with PRINTING United Alliance, presented a data-based depiction of the state of the industry.

 
 
 

BillerudKorsnäs Relaunches Coated White-Top Kraftliner for Litho-Laminated Packaging

An upgraded version of Pure Supreme has been introduced that offers excellent print results in terms of color fidelity and lifelike image reproduction. The upgraded premium white-top kraftliner also has the strength and stiffness to ensure high runnability.

 
 
 

ROTOCONTROL Hosting Open House With Domino and EyeC

The in-person event, to be held Nov. 24–25, 2021, will feature a live demonstration of an integrated end-to-end hybrid solution with the ROTOCONTROL DT 2.0 label finishing machine, Domino’s N610i inkjet label press, and the EyeC ProofRunner Web in-line inspection system.

 

Package of the Week

 
 

Colorful Printing, Variable Data Bring the Wow to Bakery Box

This POW! Package of the Week episode spotlights the boldly printed and creatively labeled bakery box that’s helping gourmet cookie brand Crumbl’s brand story stand apart from its competition.