Virtual packaging
26 March 2013
There is fantastic 3D simulation technology all around both on TV and in the cinema. Now labels and packaging suppliers are embracing the technology, which…
Features
On the box: digitally printed corrugated packaging
25 March 2013
Digital print on corrugated is a potential growth market for printers. With turnaround times of less than 48 hours, no minimum order and the ability…
Thrown to the lions
4 March 2013
On the second day of the easyFairs Packaging Innovations show at the NEC in Birmingham, three companies went to the Lions’ Lair where they pitched…
EFI Jetrion gives VanDerEng wings
20 February 2013
Technical manager Ben Haak (left) and director Ernst de Haas VanDerEng Label Solutions in Heemskerk, The Netherlands, is benefiting on all levels from the…
The fast finisher
15 February 2013
AB Graphic International is a family owned engineering company based in Bridlington, Yorkshire. It is a world leader and growing fast, DL&P went to…
Trends in label production
15 February 2013
Domino’s N600i printing labels Stephen Hancock, sales manager – digital label printing at Domino UK examines the key influences and future trends in label…
MIS for digital packaging
14 February 2013
Handling high numbers of low value jobs puts a heavy burden on administration, requiring high levels of automation to eliminate delays and potential errors,…
Digital presses – getting wider still and wider
14 February 2013
Fujifilm B2 sheetfed inkjet Jet Press F for cartons Last year saw the launch of many new digital printing systems. While it is likely…
Debate on developments in labels and packaging
13 February 2013
(L-R) Trevor Smith, Andrew Degnan, Sean Smyth, Stuart Kellock and Steve Lakin. Early in December, DL&P invited several converters and brand owners to participate…
Digital – no longer ‘just’ cost effective short run printing
13 February 2013
SMT Digital limited edition Stella McCartney – printed digitally Held in London on October 24-25, the Smithers Pira conference on digital packaging was well attended.…
iSys Label – edging ahead
12 February 2013
Brand owners have seen the benefits that digital print can offer. iSys Label works in this market producing print engines capable of answering their needs…
It’s not just the technology; it’s the way you use it
8 February 2013
Amberley Labels knows how to get a quart into a pint pot (well, at least a third more sales into a label converter). Summer…
Tamar Labels: Market mover
7 February 2013
Located in the Tamar valley on the border of Devon and Cornwall, Tamar Labels has a good claim to be the most picturesque label converter…
Labels as art
18 December 2012
Primera printed labels for panel paintings. The Primera LX series printer is being used creatively by German artist Kerstin Jeckel to produce sophisticated packaging…
Business critical solution
10 December 2012
The supply chain today faces unprecedented demands for brand consistency. Simplifying and streamlining the workflow, Esko’s new Suite 12 helps converters answer their customers’ needs.…