PRESSIdeas February 2023 issue

FROM THE EDITORS’ DESK

Pre-Register for a cherished PAMEX experience

Post budget 2023 quotes

Convergence In Action

HEIDELBERG well on track after three quarters of FY2022/23

Agarwal Graphics upgrades with Kodak Trendsetter from Monotech

“Connect Automation” by Komori at PRINT CHINA 2023

Technical Paper on Safety Aspects of Printing Machinery and Standardization

Print Summit 2023 drives home ‘Own The Change’ theme

Tailor-Made Production by Kunal Enterprise

German printer Druckhaus Mainfranken installs the first Scodix Ultra 6000 powered by SHD in EMEA

Print China 2023 - Media Week held

JS Color Lab takes photoprinting to the next level with RICOH PRO C7200X

Welford appointed as President of Xeikon

Forest upgrades its portfolio with RICOH Pro C5310S

Perfect Scan adds RICOH Pro C5300S

Minolta participated in Electro 2023

profitability in labels!

C7200X

VINSAK installs the all new TRR converting system at Interactive Printer Solutions (IPS) in UAE

The Impact of Changing Run Lengths on Packaging and Labels to 2027

Workshop on 2nd March 2023

printing becomes cool for the next generation

advances on Process Sustainability with DuPont

and Tecnocut at Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2023 at Bangkok

Scodix expands global team with three new appointments

DIGI-Jet launch by VINSAK at PLASTINDIA

Aakruti Multipack installs JETSCI Colornovo SAPFC in Gujarat

Arrow to showcase three revolutionary technologies at PAMEX 2023

Gallus Labelmaster brings significant growth for Pinnacle Traxim

Line O Matic celebrates Silver Jubilee

becomes a favourite in Indian signage space

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USA Correspondents Tensi M., Preeti

European Correspondent Rimi, Yadhu Morphine

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FROM THE EDITORS’ DESK

Dear Readers,

PAMEX, the much-awaited exhibition for the printing and allied industries, is all set to hit the floor in few weeks. The Show, organised by All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP), in association with Print-Packaging.com Private Limited, will be held from 27-30 March 2023 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The online visitor registration for the show is on full swing attracting visitors from all over the country to meet companies from print, labels, converting and corrugated packaging segments of the industry. The online registration not only eases the process of entry at the exhibition, but also entitles the visitors to other benefits. With a unique ‘match-making’ program concept, product interest of the pre-registered visitors is visible to the exhibiting companies, so that they can connect and pre-fix meetings with the target visitors during the exhibition.

The PAMEX Road show reached Indore on its fourth stop on 24 January 2023 at the Brilliant Convention Centre with registrations crossing 300 in numbers. The event witnessed visitors in large numbers from Bhopal and Ujjain who all converged with local attendees of Indore for the afternoon to evening event.

The Indore event was a joint effort of All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) and Indore Master Printers Association (IMPA) and was organised in association with Print-Packaging.com Private Limited and supported by Bhopal Master Printers Association, Indian Plastpack Forum, Federation of Corrugated Box Mfrs. of India (FCBM), Madhya Pradesh Corrugated Box Manufacturers’ Association and Ujjain Print & Media Association.

In key industry installations recently, we have:

Agarwal Graphics upgrading with Kodak Trendsetter from Monotech; JS Color Lab taking photo printing to the next level with RICOH PRO C7200X; Print Forest upgrades its portfolio with RICOH Pro C5310S; Indore’s Perfect Scan adding a RICOH Pro C5300S; Om Namassivaya Xerox going for a RICOH Pro C7200X; Specialty packaging company EPL upgrading its flexo platemaking process with solutions from DuPont Cyrel across its global sites; Aakruti Multipack installing a JETSCI Colornovo SAPFC; Sonipat’s label printing specialist Pinnacle Traxim registering a 40% business growth since its Gallus Labelmaster 440 installation; and Pixeljet becoming a favourite in Indian signage space with three of the leading signage printers adopting Pixeljet capabilities for their diverse product portfolio.

Canon India has launched its most cost effective and multi-purpose Desktop A1 Plus Large Format Printer. VINSAK has launched DIGI-Jet – a Wide Format Digital Printing System.

Also find in this issue, Technical Paper on Safety Aspects of Printing Machinery and Standardization, various event updates and informative pieces by Harveer Sahni and Dieter Finna along with our regulars. Enjoy Reading!

- Jasvinder Singh, Sub-editor

Pre-Register for a cherished PAMEX experience

Just a few weeks to the much-awaited Pamex 2023 at Mumbai.

PAMEX, the much-awaited exhibition for the printing and allied industries, is all set to hit the floor in few weeks. The Show, organised by All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP), in association with PrintPackaging.com Private Limited, will be held from 27-30 March 2023 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.

The online visitor registration for the show is on full swing attracting visitors from all over the country to meet companies from print, labels, converting and corrugated packaging segments of the industry.

The online registration not only eases the process of entry at the exhibition, but also entitles the visitors to other benefits, as listed below:

Get the badges printed at Automated Kiosks

badge. This will save time of filling physical forms and standing in the queue of onsite registration.

These self-service kiosks are available at the entry of all the three halls of the exhibition.

Visitor Exhibitor match-making program

With this unique concept, product interest of the pre-registered visitors is visible to the exhibiting companies, so that they can connect and pre-fix meetings with the target visitors during the exhibition. This will surely make visitors’ visit more focussed and fruitful.

How to reach the venue

With this unique ‘matchmaking’ program concept, product interest of the pre-registered visitors is visible to the exhibiting companies, so that they can connect and prefix meetings with the target visitors during the exhibition.

Key Notes :

> The online visitor registration for the show is on full swing.

> Completely automated visitor registration process is made even simpler this year.

> Not only eases the process of entry at the exhibition, but also entitles the visitors to other benefits.

The visitor registration process is made even simpler this year with the process being completely automated. Once visitors are through the online registration process on exhibition website, they will receive a QR code on their email ID. They may carry this QR to the venue during the show and scan it at automated kiosks to get a printed copy of their

The Venue: Bombay Exhibition Center, NESCO Complex is situated along the Western Express Highway (service road) in Goregaon East, Opposite Mahananda Dairy, Mumbai and is easily accessible by autos and cabs. The nearest local railway station is Ram Mandir Road and Goregaon Railway Station, both of which come under Western Suburban Line. The nearest metro station is Goregaon East station, on line 7A (Red Line). The venue is a 5-minute walk from the metro station.

From Airport, it’s a 20 min drive from Mumbai Domestic Airport - Terminal 1 to BEC.

The approximate distance is 7 kms. From

Post budget 2023 quotes

Mr. Kuldeep Malhotra, Dy. Managing Director, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India Pvt Ltd.

“We are delighted to have a Union Budget that focuses on introducing new technologies on a wide scale. Since our youth is the backbone of our economy, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman talked about training millions of youth within a period of the next three years under the government’s Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0. The scheme will also cover new-age courses for Industry 4.0, like coding, AI, robotics, mechatronics, IOT, 3D printing, drones, and soft skills.

International Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport - Terminal 2 to BEC - it is a 14 min drive. The approximate distance is 12 kms.

Travel & Stay Plans

PAMEX has tied up with several hotels in the vicinity and pre-registered visitors can get special tariff on the rates. Details are available on PAMEX website.

• The Show will be held in Halls 1, 2, 3 of Bombay Exhibition Centre

• Parking as per availability

• Please carry business/ visiting card for onsite registration

• Children below 16 years are not allowed inside the exhibition

We look forward to welcome you!

For any further details, please send mail to info@print-packaging.com or visit www. pamex.in

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These are the technologies that will assist businesses across multiple fields to function smoothly. Additionally, the decision to set up 30 Skill India International Centres will open the doors of international markets to Indian youth.

Furthermore, with Budget 2023, the government is taking its sustainability initiatives to new heights. Programs that promote green fuel, green energy, green farming, green mobility, green buildings, and green equipment, are the need of the hour. These green growth efforts help cut down the carbon intensity of the economy and provide large-scale green job opportunities.”

development and making India Atmanirbhar by strengthening our MSME sector and boosting the start-ups in India not only in fintech side but now also on agritech as well. The decision of introducing ‘Vivad se Vishwas’ to return 95% of bid to the MSMEs in case of failures to execute contracts during the Covid period and bring another dispute resolution scheme under Vivad Se Vishwas-2 to settle commercial disputes is indeed a great relief for businesses. The infusion of Rs 9,000 crore through the revamped credit guarantee scheme and additional collateralfree credit of Rs 2 lakh crore to MSMEs and reducing cost of the credit by about 1%. Through these initiatives, India will emerge to become a 5-trillion dollar economy.

“The

Where the other economies of the world are showing signs of recession, Indian economy will grow by 6.4% – 6.8% in next year. Fiscal deficit will also get reduced to 5.9% next year from the present 6.4%. The industry was expecting a major boost in manufacturing sector by extending the last date for setting up a new manufacturing facility with lower tax rate benefit. However, the overall Union Budget 2023-24 is positive and will drive growth of the MSME as well as the start-up sector and give a boost the infra sector.”

Mr. Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo

First

budget is in line with the vision of the government where the main focus is on infrastructure

Convergence In Action

- Visitors from three MP cities meet-up at Indore.

As the dates for PAMEX 2023 are coming closer, the growing enthusiasm around the industry in the country is discernible and was amply evident at the Indore event.

The PAMEX Road show reached Indore on its fourth stop on 24 January 2023 at the Brilliant Convention Centre with registrations crossing 300 in numbers. The event witnessed visitors in large numbers from Bhopal and Ujjain who all converged with local attendees of Indore for the afternoon to evening event, where the Table-top Exhibition started off at 2 PM and the Conference began at 4 PM.

The Indore event was a joint effort of All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) and Indore Master Printers Association (IMPA) and was organised in association with Print-Packaging.com Private Limited

and supported by Bhopal Master Printers Association, Indian Plastpack Forum, Federation of Corrugated Box Mfrs. of India (FCBM), Madhya Pradesh Corrugated Box Manufacturers’ Association and Ujjain Print & Media Association.

After the inaugural lamp lighting by Raveendra Joshi, President, AIFMP, Tushar Dhote, Co-chairman, PAMEX, AIFMP, then gave a presentation on PAMEX, talking about its history and the current status of the 15th edition of the Show which was followed by a Panel Discussion moderated by industry veteran, V Vaidyalingam of Suba Solutions raising some very relevant questions around ‘Convergence in Print – The Way Forward’. The panelists included Aditya Pahuja (Colours Packaging Solutions), Gaurav Nema (Pragati Graphics), Amit Shah (Spectrum

Scan), and Amit Khurana (Technova).

The Panel discussion was followed by a technical presentation by Rajesh Khatwani (VINSAK India) on ‘Connected Packaging’. Speaking about the importance of track and trace in today’s scenario, he gave a brief on how technology makes it possible to get full information of a product through a simple barcode.

Pawandeep Sahni (OMET India), who has been a part of all the four roadshows conducted gave a presentation on ‘The Convergence Mindset- How to encash on the biggest opportunity in Print’. Premchand Prajapati (Konica Minolta), spoke about ‘Digital printing & the way forward’.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks extended by Pritesh Jain, Vice President, Indore Master Printers Association, (IMPA).

A table-top exhibition, running parallel to the Conference, created an opportunity for the attendees to network and talk business. The evening ended with a networking dinner, which allowed the delegates and participants to interact in an informal ambiance. The next destination for PAMEX 2023 Roadshow is Bengaluru, where once again the table-top exhibition and conference will be held on 23 February 2023. The last venue of this series will be in Haridwar on 03 March 2023.

PAMEX 2023 is scheduled to be held from 27-30 March 2023 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.

HEIDELBERG well on track after three quarters of FY2022/23

Sustained growth in third quarter leads sales to rise by around 10 percent to €1,729 million after 9 months.

HEIDELBERG predicts a further rise in the EBITDA margin to at least 8 percent for the 2022/23 financial year (2021/22: 7.3 percent).The net result after taxes is also expected to improve slightly compared with 2021/22 (€ 33 million).

Key Notes :

> Strength of incoming orders from North America, Europe, and growth segment of packaging printing (€1,859 million after 9 months).

> Further increase in EBITDA after 9 months to euro144 million (EBITDA margin: 8.3 percent).

> Forecast for 2022/23 financial year confirmed.

Thanks to strong demand from North America and Europe, along with sustained growth in the packaging segment, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is well on track after nine months of the current 2022/23 financial year. In the third quarter just ended, from October to December 2022, the Group bucked the general trend in the mechanical engineering industry by recording stable incoming orders of €630 million. This led to a high order backlog of almost €1 billion. At €609 million, sales in the third quarter were around 5 percent up on the equivalent quarter of the previous year. Adjusted for non-recurring effects, EBITDA was €18 million higher than in the previous year, primarily due to the positive impact of rising sales. Posting the full collectively agreed inflation relief bonus had a detrimental effect during this accounting period. The production-related increase in inventories led to a free cash flow of €–4 million in the third quarter, which represented a stable development compared with the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Thanks to the good performance in terms of sales and incoming orders and the significant improvement in the operating result, the company is confirming its forecast for financial year 2022/23 as a whole. “We had a positive third quarter and were able to further increase our sales and operating result. Looking ahead, the coming months will continue to be affected by the expected increases in material, energy, and personnel costs,” said Dr. Ludwin Monz, CEO of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG. “We will continue to counter this through price rises and maintain our cost discipline. We are therefore very confident of achieving our targets for the year,” he added.

Strong nine-month balance sheet –high level of demand despite economic uncertainties

Incoming orders after nine months remained stable and at a high level compared with the year before. Despite economic uncertainties, they totaled €1,859 million (previous year’s figure: €1,888 million). On the balance sheet date, the order backlog amounted to nearly €1 billion, which lays a good foundation for the coming financial year. Sales in all three quarters of the current financial year exceeded the respective figures for the year before. At €1,729 million, the nine-month total was 10 percent up on the previous year (€1,565 million).

The positive operating performance also continued in the third quarter but was negatively affected by the non-recurring effect of posting the full collectively agreed inflation relief bonus. Adjusted for nonrecurring effects in the current and previous financial years, EBITDA after nine months was around €56 million higher than the year before. In the third quarter, the operating result improved by €18 million compared with the previous year. The non-recurring effects from recognizing a collectively agreed inflation relief bonus on the liabilities side of the balance sheet (Q3: €–15 million), from selling a property in Switzerland (Q1: €+12 million), and from investing in the joint venture with Masterwork (Q3: €+7 million) largely canceled each other out. The non-recurring income included in the equivalent period of the previous year (EBITDA: €132 million) of around €48 million (Q2 of previous year: €+22 million from the sale of Docufy GmbH, Q3: €+26 million from the sale of property in Brentford in the UK) was thus more than compensated for by the improvement in the operating performance. After three quarters, EBITDA totaled €144 million (previous year: €132 million), which corresponds to an EBITDA margin of 8.3 percent. The net result after taxes after nine months also rose significantly and amounted to €54 million (equivalent period of previous year: €40 million).

Sustained growth in packaging segment

Packaging printing (Packaging Solutions segment) exhibited particularly strong growth in the third quarter. Incoming orders from October to the end of December 2022 were 18 percent up on the previous year’s figure. Over the nine-month period, order intake improved by 5 percent compared with the same period of the previous year. At €812 million, sales after nine months were over 22 percent higher than the year before. In commercial printing (Print Solutions segment), sales after nine months climbed

to €898 million, while incoming orders fell slightly. As in the first half-year, changes to Germany’s incentive policy for electromobility meant wallbox business (Technology Solutions segment) was unable to continue the previous year’s exceptional growth in terms of incoming orders and sales.

Low net financial debt – equity ratio increases further

After nine months, the free cash flow amounted to €–16 million (previous year: €69 million). This lower figure is mainly due to the usual production-related increase in inventories and effects associated with the supply of parts. As expected, revenues from the sale of assets in the reporting period also

fell in relation to the previous year. Due to the negative free cash flow, the net financial debt at the end of the third quarter was €26 million and therefore remained at a low level (previous year: €6 million). HEIDELBERG is making progress with its equity ratio, which increased to around 21 percent. Alongside the higher actuarial interest rate for pensions in Germany at the end of December, this is above all due to the positive net result after taxes at the end of the quarter.

“A low net financial debt and a higher equity ratio put HEIDELBERG in a good financial position,” said the company’s new CFO, Tania von der Goltz. “In view of the uncertain situation at present, we will continue to work

on our resilience and, in particular, keep an eye on our costs,” she added.

Forecast for 2022/23 financial year confirmed

HEIDELBERG stands by its forecast for financial year 2022/23. The company continues to expect sales figures to increase to around €2.3 billion (2021/22: €2.18 billion). Despite the likelihood of cost increases, profitability is also set to improve further.

HEIDELBERG is still predicting a further rise in the EBITDA margin to at least 8 percent for the 2022/23 financial year (2021/22: 7.3 percent). The net result after taxes is also expected to improve slightly compared with 2021/22 (€ 33 million).

Agarwal Graphics upgrades with Kodak Trendsetter from Monotech

Monotech Systems installs Kodak Trendsetter at Ludhiana’s Agarwal Graphics.

Ludhiana’s leading printing service bureau Agarwal Graphics boasts a state-of-the-art pre-press facility equipped with a line of highend machines and equipments. The facility has been upgraded with the installation of a Kodak Trendsetter Platesetter, supplied, and installed by Monotech Systems, a leading machine manufacturer and one-stop solution provider for the printing and packaging industry globally.

Established in the year 1990, Agarwal Graphics has been a popular printing service bureau working for a handful of clients from all over Punjab and neighbouring areas. “We have been supplying plates to some of the leading printing companies and publishers in the region,” says Mr. Ashok Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director, Agarwal Graphics.

Mr. Agarwal adds, “We maintain value & quality in production of thermal plates using best-in-class platesetters installed in our production facility. With a target of producing more than 500 plates during our daily working hours, we always strive for a heavyduty digital plate-setter. With the installation of a new Kodak Trendsetter Platesetter we are now empowered to meet our target.”

Earlier, Agarwal Graphics used to produce UV plates using basysPrint UV-Setter. In this respect, Mr. Agarwal mentions that they were in need for just another advanced and

upgraded platesetter for faster production, so they opted for the Kodak Trendsetter.

“We have had the right decision on choosing the Kodak Trendsetter Platesetter X-speed with Kodak softwares from Monotech Systems. Ever since the installation of the highly-advanced thermal platestter in our facility we never looked back and forth for more. This platesetter finally meets all our requirements to fulfil the sheer demands from our customers—faster and friendlier.

Kodak Trendsetter 800Platesetter is an ideal system capable to produce thermal plates up to 33x45 inches. It drives maximum productivity at reduced cost of production for Agarwal Graphics. Many automation features and integrated punch system of the machine trigger faster and flexible plate production.

Mr. Agarwal informs that they are now capable to achieve more accurate and stable imaging using the new Kodak Trendsetter Platesetter.

On the company’s expanded activities, Mr. Agarwal mentions that they have introduced a new division called Agarwal Processor. “My son Shivam will look after the new division. As of now, he’s pursuing BTech IT, so he’s not able to devote fulltime to the business,” he informs. He further mentions that they look forward to strengthening their tie with Monotech Systems, which is a driving force for them to expand business. In addition to thermal plates, Agarwal Graphics supplies inks, chemicals, and other products from brands like Micro Inks around Punjab and J&K.

(Mr.AshokAgarwalandhissonMr.ShivamAgarwalwithKodakTrendsetterPlatesetter)

“Connect Automation” by Komori at PRINT CHINA 2023

Creating production innovation through digital transformation at the printing site is the Connected Automation way of thinking by Komori.

5th International Printing Technology Exhibition of China will take place from April 11 to 15 at the Guangdong Modern International Exhibition Center. Komori will be present with its extensive line-up of latest solutions for the industry.

Exclusive corner display latest Komori solutions

- KP-Connect Corner, Sheetfed Offset Press Corner, Digital Corner, Komori Nantong Corner, Komori-Kare Corner, SDGs Corner, Currency Printing, Web Offset KomoriChambon, MBO, SERIA Corner.

Key Notes :

> With KP-Connect at the core, Komori enables improving the performance of each piece of equipment.

> Maximizing productivity by optimizing the entire process through connecting the MIS with prepress, press, and postpress equipment.

> At Print China 2023, Komori will set up a Smart Factory in the booth and demonstrate both commercial and package printing.

Today, automation, labour saving, and robotics have made it possible to improve the productivity of various processes of printing. We see, each process is fragmented and individual production processes are managed by analog means. Digitalization connects the production processes and not only improves production efficiency but also visualizes costs and increases profitability. Komori’s “Connected Automation” way of thinking is creating production innovation through digital transformation at the printing site.

With KP-Connect at the core, Komori has proposed improving the performance of each piece of equipment and maximizing productivity by optimizing the entire process through connecting the MIS (management information system) with prepress, press, and postpress equipment.

At Print China 2023, Komori will set up a Smart Factory in the booth and demonstrate both commercial and package printing. Visitors will get the opportunity to see integrated production with all processes seamlessly connected and overall process productivity maximized. In addition, solutions that meet the needs of the Chinese market will be displayed in an easy to understand manner.

Package Solutions

For the first time in China, Komori will highlight high

productivity by exhibiting the Lithrone G44 advance, a unique 44-inch printing press (33” x 44” sheet size). Operability and production speed are very similar to that of the more common 40-inch sized machine, but because the sheet size is approximately 20% larger, more impositions are possible. This unique press is attracting attention as a strategic machine for improving productivity in the package printing market. During the printing demonstration, Komori will introduce its Smart Color printing technology that reproduces a wide colour gamut and includes many special colours, by using only the separations of the six colours of CMYK + orange and green. Since many special colours can be created on the press using separations, many ink colour unit changes can be eliminated, significantly reducing makeready time, reducing material waste, improving efficiency, improving overall productivity and helping to address environmental issues. In addition, many high-valueadded print samples will be on display, showing the additional benefit of the double coater configuration.

Commercial Solutions

Possessing an overwhelming superiority in doublesided, one-pass printing and now being delivered worldwide, the Lithrone GX40RP advance will this time perform a printing demonstration using oilbased ink. Expect high-speed production printing of booklets and quick job changeovers. By linkage from printing to folding, high-speed folding by the

MBO series and unmanned palletizing by the MBO CoBo-Stack will be shown. Visitors will experience the future image of the automated printing factory through demonstrations.

Flexible press for light and heavy stock

Komori Nantong (KNT), Komori’s manufacturing facility in China, will exhibit and hold demonstrations of the Lithrone A37. In response to customer requests to print on heavy stock, Komori has evolved the A37 into a machine that can print on both thin and thick paper. In the demonstration, the press will be connected to KP-Connect to perform cardboard printing for package printing. Print China visitors can experience the capabilities of the Lithrone A37, which can handle a wide range of jobs from thin paper to thick paper with high quality.

Exhibition corner

The Sheetfed Offset Exhibition Corner features a special machine configuration specialized for high-end packaging with value-added printing. The Digital Printing Exhibition Corner features a sample display of the Impremia NS40, the pinnacle digital printing system made possible only by Komori, which can be called “digital offset” printing, along with the business model of the first overseas machine for the Artron Art Group with videos. Komori will also exhibit the business model of the Impremia IS29s, B2-size digital printing system. At the KP-Connect Corner, the core of Connected

Automation, the company will introduce the role of KP-Connect in promoting digital transformation in the printing site with a short seminar. In addition, it will introduce various businesses of the Komori Group, such as SDG initiatives, Komori-Kare, the Currency printing business, MBO postpress, the printed electronics (PE) business, and also show many print samples.

Komori will celebrate its 100th anniversary in October this year. At Print China 2023, to commemorate its 100th anniversary, it has prepared a project to convey its gratitude to everyone who has supported the company thus far as well as those who will partner with Komori in the future.

The Komori booth at Print China 2023 will be a space full of highlights that embody digital transformation by organically connecting equipment and processes.

Exhibit Content

KP-Connect Pro

KP-Connect software allows for comprehensive scheduling, progress and results management for all printing processes in the printing factory. KP-Connect can connect not only printing machines but also MIS (core systems), RIP and postpress machines from various manufacturers, improving operations and increasing productivity by automating overall workflow and sharing information in real time. KP-

Connect is designed with an open platform concept, and by releasing the API in the future, it will be possible to connect devices in a wider range of fields. At the venue, we will connect the offset presses and postpress processing equipment, build a Smart Factory in the Komori booth in which all processes are digitalized, and introduce various process management functions that support digital transformation in the printing factory.

KP-Connect Corner

In the KP-Connect Corner, which embodies the exhibition concept of Connected Automation, visitors can actually confirm the performance of KP-Connect and experience the functions that support DX in printing plants. Komori will propose the best methods from a broad variety of customer cases, such as successful DX by digitalizing process management. Visitors may have their queries about DX in printing answered and consult Komori experts on this. Furthermore, in this corner Komori will hold a seminar to explain each KP-Connect function and method of use in an easy-to-understand manner.

LITHRONE G44 advance - 44” Offset Printing Press

The Lithrone G44 advance offers a unique maximum sheet size of 840 x 1,150 mm (33” x 44”), perfect for high production of strategic sizes in the packaging market. The Lithrone G44 advance offers similar operability to that of a traditional 40-inch press as well as the ability to create more efficient impositions

from the larger sheet size, dramatically improving productivity. Compared to a large format machine, it is easier to handle the sheets and the running cost is reduced. The powerful paper feed and delivery of the Lithrone G44 advance provide sustained, stable, high-speed production on thin paper, such as for large B-size publications, as well as board stock production for multiimposition package printing, making it a powerful and highly versatile printing machine.

Smart Color technology

Smart Color technology from Komori is a revolutionary solution capable of covering a wide color gamut without special colour ink. This technology uses six colours of ink (CMYK + orange and green) to reproduce the larger colour gamut by multiplying halftone dots. Komori’s high quality presses excel with this process which is dependent on a high level of dot reproduction accuracy. In package printing, where multi-imposition work is frequent, the unique Komorimatic dampening system prevents emulsification, a major cause of colour variation, by controlling a thin film of water on the plate accurately in both the vertical and horizontal directions. Smart Color will be an innovation that revolutionizes productivity for package printing by eliminating colour changes at makeready.

The Lithrone GX40RP advance:

Unmatched productivity for double-sided, one-pass printing

The Lithrone GX40RP advance provides an unmatched productivity and cost saving solution for dedicated two-sided printing. The RP press achieves two-sided printing without flipping the sheet like traditional convertible perfectors, achieving paper savings and productivity increases. Since two-sided printing is achieved on the RP press using the same sheet sizes as straight presses and can be provided with Komori’s worldclass automation features, it delivers better collaboration and optimization between processes for world class ROI.

A demonstration of high-speed printing on thin paper by Lithrone GX40RP advance using oil-based ink will be presented this time. In addition to the print samples from the press in the booth, trading card print samples will be displayed at the venue.

A-APC (Asynchronous Automatic Plate Changing System)

Each unit is equipped with a plate changingdedicated motor, allowing plates to be changed simultaneously for all colours. With the A-APC, plate changing can be completed in 1 minute 25 seconds regardless of how many plates are changed. This labour-saving design greatly reduces makeready time, becoming more effective as the number of plates increases.

LITHRONE A37 - 37” Offset Printing Press

The Lithrone A37 is a high-performance press that inherits the basic performance of the Lithrone Series machines. Being more compact and lighter than a 40-inch press, means lower initial cost and lower life-cycle cost due to reduced power and materials costs. A compact press that can produce A1size products, the Lithrone A37 offers a 640 x 940 mm (25” x 37”) maximum sheet size that

can accommodate a wide range of printing needs. Since colour management can be implemented by including a CMS colour bar on sheets even with 8-up A4 impositions, this machine is ideal for producing high page count products with high print quality. Capable of printing sheets up to 37 inches in width, this press has the power to address the full span of requirements in the publishing and commercial printing segments. Perfect for printing items in the international standard A1 poster size, plus total flexibility in layout criteria such as bindery register marks. The 13,000 sheets per hour maximum printing speed is just right for regular operation.

Moreover, this press offers a sheet thickness range of 0.04–0.6 mm and all the performance demanded for success with short- and medium-run work. A thick paper specification has been added as a new option for this press to meet the frequently changing printing needs of the Chinese market. This broadens the range of work that printing companies can handle while holding down costs.

The press inherits Komori’s Tsukuba quality featuring standard made in Komori Nantong Factory. The demonstration will feature a wide range of specifications for both thin and thick paper.

MBO Series, Combi Folder

The MBO Series is a folder capable of producing medium to large lot products and complex signatures at high precision and performance. The folder can be configured with a variety of feeding solutions depending upon the market application: a pile feeder for small lots, a pallet feeder for direct from press environments, or a continuous round feeder for variable work.

MBO Postpress Solutions GmbH has joined the Komori Group, allowing for postpress automation. Linking the finishing process

with KP-Connect Pro through the MBO Datamanager 4.0 Interface allows for high level data analysis and optimization. One of MBO’s most valuable modules is the CoBoStack automatic palletizing robot, which removes labor from the folder area while allowing higher productivity.

MBO CoBo-Stack collaborative robot is a labour saving module – with its robot arm, it automatically palletizes stacks of signatures directly from the stacker.

Digital Solutions

At Print China, visitors will experience Komori’s latest digital solutions, the Impremia NS40 and the Impremia IS29s in the digital corner. Demonstrations of the Impremia NS40 will be carried out virtually using video.

Impremia NS40 – 40-inch Sheetfed Nanographic Printing System

New introduction Impremia NS40 is a new B1-size digital press designed to pioneer new business fields utilizing Komori’s full range of offset technologies. The digital press features impressive productivity and profitability needed to expand customers’ businesses by meeting growing demand for short and medium runs of many different printed items and for immediate turnaround on jobs such as packages, displays and POPs. Supported by Komori’s previously amassed technologies, and with unique designs such as use of image transfer blankets, the press achieves B1 print speeds of 6,500 sph. As a “digital offset” press, the NS40 is the peak of digital presses and is made possible only by Komori.

It carries out variable printing of large photographs with a wide RGB colour gamut that makes the most of the B1 size printing area. The press not only minimizes downtime between special colour jobs and printing waste but also eliminates need for colour changes. It features special colour package printing using 7C (CMYK + orange, green, blue violet).

Impremia IS29s - 29-inch Sheetfed UV Inkjet Digital Printing System

The Impremia IS29 professional-spec UV inkjet digital printing system has evolved once more — now introducing the advanced Impremia IS29s. In addition to the full range of highly-received basic features — such as suitability with a wide range of printing

stocks and sheet thicknesses, stable high print quality thanks to its superior tone reproduction and register accuracy, and instant curing/one-pass double-sided printing for immediate finishing — a variety of options to further increase usability and create added value is also available. The Impremia IS29s pushes the boundaries of digital printing, meeting the needs of not only commercial printing, where short runs of many different printed products and quick turnaround are required, but also those of package printing, with increased productivity and efficiency.

The optional HD mode is a new function that alleviates the graininess of human skin and metallic patterns.

Scodix Ultra 1000 - Digital Enhancement Press

Scodix, the pioneer of digital print enhancement presses in Graphic Arts, brings converters and PSPs (print service providers) in commercial print, web-to-print, publishing, folding carton, photo, tags, trade finishers and more, real and measurable added value to products they deliver to their customers. The company’s digital enhancement presses in conjunction with Scodix applications offer unmatched, high-quality enhancement capabilities that make prints stand out from the rest while significantly increasing converters and PSPs profits.

Corner Displays

Each corner will introduce a wide variety of Komori solutions. In addition to printing presses, Komori will exhibit a large number of products and print samples from each business in the Komori Group, such as SDG initiatives, KP-Connect, and the maintenance service corner as well as the Currency printing business, MBO, and printed electronics (PE) business.

KP-Connect Corner

Visitors can actually handle the KP-Connect and experience the functions that support DX of the printing factory. Komori will propose the optimal method based on various customer cases, such as successful DX by digitalizing process management. The KP-Connect seminar will also be held in this corner.

Sheetfed Offset Press Corner

Komori will exhibit special machine configurations and the latest specifications that focus on high-end packaging for card

printing and value-added printing, including images and various print samples. It will also introduce many examples of customer introductions of the latest model advance series presses.

Digital Corner

Visitors can experience a special video demonstration showcasing the latest information on the Impremia NS40. Komori will exhibit the business model and samples of the first Impremia NS40 in operation overseas. For the Impremia IS29s, it will introduce the new HD mode functions.

Komori Nantong Corner

Komori will introduce the Komori Nantong Factory’s production system that inherits Tsukuba’s quality and technology as well as the Lithrone A37 and Perfector 40 manufactured at the Komori Nantong Factory.

Komori-Kare Corner

Komori will introduce solutions that focus on the environmental friendliness of its printing factories and cost reduction. In addition, it will exhibit an actual e-Mist static suppressor, which eliminates static electricity problems and increases production efficiency.

SDGs Corner

Regarding the SDGs that now must be taken up worldwide, Komori’s initiatives and the SDGs that customers can achieve by using Komori products will be introduced on a panel.

Currency Printing, Web Offset Komori-Chambon, MBO, SERIA Corner

Each business of the Komori Group will be introduced on panels. In addition to printing businesses such as the securities printing business and web offset presses, visitors will experience the initiatives of folder maker MBO, which joined the Group in 2020, and SERIA Corporation, which is responsible for the printed electronics (PE) business, the technology of the future. Visit

Technical Paper on Safety Aspects of Printing Machinery and Standardization

- By Shri Rajneesh Khosla, Scientist ‘F’/ Senior Director and Head (MED), BIS Shri Lokraj Meena, Scientist ‘B’/ Assistant Director, MED, BIS and Shri Harjinder Singh, Chairman, Education and Training, AIFMP

high production at high speed.

Types of Printing Machines

These are the different types of printing machines: Digital printers; Ink-jet printers; Screen printers; Embossing machines; Flexographic printing machine; Letterpress printing machines; Offset printers; Laser printers; Wireless printers; 3D printers; Thermographic printers; Electrostatic printing machine; Pad Printers; and Rotogravure printing machines.

Introduction to Printing

Printing is supposed to be the most innovative invention of mankind amongst all inventions which has helped in transforming humans to build the modern society we are living in today. In fact printing can be also termed as the mother of all inventions and technologies because printing helped to secure knowledge by printing all documents and spreading them to masses and also secured the technology and knowledge for the future. Printing has been used to transfer not only itself but it has also helped in transferring knowledge to the people through centuries and thereby helped in developing all modern technologies that we are using today. The development of modern society is solely the product of transferring knowledge and creating systems like printed currency which helped in creating systems/policies to actually run the world. Printing is not just

technology but it’s also an art. The combined effect of technology and art can be seen through the influence printing puts on our daily lives and today we cannot live our day without printing.

Definition of Printing

Any script or creative that is transferred and replicated onto any flexible or rigid surface for mass production can be termed as ‘PRINTING’.

Preface to Printing Machinery

It refers to all those machines and equipments, which are used in the field of printing industry. It ranges from small printers to big offset printing machines. Today, the printing machinery is available in various technologies andsizes to suit different needs. Bigger sizes of printing machinery are also available for heavy-duty printing useful for

Safety Hazards in Printing Machinery

During the operation and maintenance of the machines, worker/operator may be exposed to the following electrical and mechanical hazards, if suitable safety guards or safety devices are not provided:

• Being drawn into in-running nips of rollers;

• Contact with dangerous moving parts;

• Uncovered electric connections;

• Entanglement with rotating parts; and

• Safety alarms and safety/emergency switches.

Need of Safety Codes/Standards

Movement of machine parts, electric energy, sharp edges, heat, noise, chemicals, etc, may create hazards for worker/operator, while operating the printing machine. All these above hazards cannot be avoided by design measures because of the functional requirement of the machine/mechanism and hence safety measures are required to protect the operator from these hazards.

The role of safety codes/standards become important for providing procedures/ guidelines to the manufacturer while designing their machines and to operator also while operating the machine.

Standards on Safety Aspects of Printing Machinery

Standardization in the field of printing machinery has been a long drawn programme beginning right from late fifties

till present day. Bureau of Indian Standards through its Printing Machinery Sectional Committee, MED 25 has formulated 17 standards on printing machinery and components covering terminology, dimensions, and performance, maintenance and safety requirements.

Some of the major standards formulated by MED 25 on safety requirements in printing machinery are as follows:

for building, electricity, fire-fighting arrangements, effluents and environment control, etc, as applicable to any other industry shall have to be in compliance with Factory Regulation Act, 1948, prevailing in respective states where they are located.

Some of the important safety requirements covered in the standard are as follows:

Mechanical Safety Guards: a) Interlocking guards with guard locking

stopped immediately.

Emergency Stop Devices: Machines must be fitted with an emergency stop device at appropriate and approachable locations to enable the operator to stop the machine instantly in case of the hazardous conditions.

Other Safety Procedures:

• Following Lock Out Tag Out Procedure (LOTO) during maintenance work [Refer IS 5216 (Part 1)];

• Installation of Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) protection (Refer IEC TS 60079-32-1);

• Protection against static electricity hazard [Refer IS 12640 (Part 1)];

• Standard markings of all electrical and mechanical switches/components across all machines for the ease of identification for use;

• Care and safety to be taken in storage of flammable products (Inks, washes, and paper);

• Safety protection from UV lamps (Goggles);

Key Provisions of IS 12619: 2022 (Printing Industry Safety Code)

This standard specifies the safety requirements applicable to all types and sizes of printing industry ranging from small scale to large scale industries engaged in either the total process of paper printing or part thereof.

In this standard only the safety requirements relevant to specific plant and machinery involved in printing industry, such as foundry, photolitho, printing machines, cutting and binding machines have been enumerated. Other general safety requirements

(Guards cannot be opened without a tool);

b) Interlocking guards without guard locking (If guards are opened the machine will stop); and

c) Mechanical safety guards (Without interlocks) (To be positioned in such a way no part of the human body gets dragged into the rotating nip).

Hold-to-run Control Devices: Control devices, which initiate and maintain the operation of parts of the machine as long as the manual control is actuated. The actuator returns automatically to the stop position when released. The operation is

• Proper exhaust to be given for fumes from UV/IR lamps;

• Ear plugs should be used in areas where the sound is more than 85db;

• Provisions for manual rotation of printing machine aggregates with electrical interlocks;

• Pre-start warning devices (Alarms);

• Warning safety signals (Stickers); and

• Cleansing period and procedures of air, suction, and water filters for optimum use of air compressors, water chillers and re-circulation systems.

Future Outlook

Role of standardisation is paramount to ensure the safety of operators/workers engaged in the field of printing machinery field. Standards also helps in developing harmonious structure of common used systems across all machines which makes ease of use/operation for the users/ operators. Standards adds value of trust in manufacturers, users and operators assuring that the processes and procedures being adopted have been scientifically approved by competent government body and can easily be adopted by all without any further re-thinking. Unless, these standards are followed by manufacturers/industries, it would be difficult to realise the goal of safe and sustainable printing industry.

Print Summit 2023 drives home ‘Own The Change’ theme

The 15th edition of BMPA’s PS23 successfully takes place with an active participation of over 900 delegates at NCPA Mumbai.

The 15th edition of Bombay Master Printers Association (BMPA)’s flagship event Print Summit was held successfully on 16th of February at NCPA (Tata Theatre) in Mumbai. Over 900 print enthusiasts attended the event and one could literally feel the energy inside the hall.

The organising team, as always was beaming with excitement and so were the delegates. PRESSIdeas has always noticed the positive sentiment and optimism in the approach of the BMPA team in all that they do. The cooperation amongst the members and their respect for their elders/seniors in the organisation is clearly noticeable and the honour bestowed by them on Fred Poonawala who has been a protagonist in all the previous Print Summits was a testimony in itself. So was the gesture asking all the past presidents in the audience to stand up for an applause from the audience considering the time was short and the show had a jampacked itinerary. As it does happen in all organisations, it is good to change the baton over to the next generation well in time.

Coming back to PS23, the present president Mr.Amit Shah introduced the summit to the over 900 delegates, which almost filled in the huge Tata Theatre at Nariman Point, Mumbai. With the PS23 theme of ‘Own The Change’ it was evident from all the speakers that change is the only constant and one who adapts to the change would be the one who would succeed in the long run.

The day had a full day activity with presentations from Kedar Lele of HUL (Key note speaker), Sudhanshu Mani, ex- GM of ICF was a treat to watch (and hear) with his speech interspersed with apt urdu couplets. Both of them got an immense standing ovation from the entire audience.

It is a fact that at such conferences the audience is hardly interested in hearing technical presentations but then organisers need fund to run such shows and main sponsors are given time to showcase their ware - both ITC (Shailendra Singh, GM Production talking on Manufacturing

Excellence: The ITC Way) and Koenig & Bauer (Sasha Fischer, Head KBA PM & Key Account Manager, Europe talking on Exceeding Print) had their presentation slots. As for the others we did hear a murmur that this time instead of stalls/stands for sponsors with provision for standees etc., there were just a couple of Digital screens with videos of about 18 seconds running on them for the visiting delegates to have a chance to see them. Undoubtedly, digital is the future.

Other speakers at the show included Ranesh Bajaj of Vinsak, who had an interactive session with Ankul Nanavaty of Unik Printers. “We don’t have to be China+1 as we already are stronger and smarter to stand alone and become India+1. Well, infrastructure in India is improving at a fast pace, and the ease

of doing business has shown a big change by jumping from 170 in the year 2016 to 70 today” announced Ranesh and Ankul could not agree more. Bajaj also urged the audience to consider expanding to other countries rather than just staying within the country as he himself has done with his expansion to Middle East and Africa.

Dr Pujya Gnanavatsai Swami, was a pleasant surprise with his view for all the business people in the audience. His speech interspersed with cricketing anecdotes and clips from the Indian cricket stalwarts was a welcome change for the audience immediately after the lunch. He urged the audience to be conscious towards the need of all around us to have a life of glory. Well he proved that spirituality coupled with business

sense can go well and do good in today’s business world too.

R Muthusubramaniam of Packfora had an interesting perspective on the changes that can be expected in future and what could be done to sail in a stable boat whilst being in the troubled seas. Meanwhile, Iqbal Kherodawal of Print Point in conversation with Jinesh Mehta of Unitrade FZE, presented the ‘lead The Change’ series about the tales and travails of Jinesh moving out from his comfort zone of family business to the successful managing of his own brands in the UAE while outsourcing from China and now getting back successfully into the production scene in the middle east.

Indraneel Chitale of Chitale Bandhu gave an inspiring account of their growth, a journey of over 81 years. Raveendra Joshi, the President of AIFMP while felicitating Indraneel, termed him as the ‘hightech mithaiwala’. Arunachalam Muruganantham, the Padman of India gave an inspiring speech too.

During PS23, it was announced that BMPA is working towards the creation of a print museum which is expected to evolve as a landmark in the cultural map of the city. While mentioning about it during the event, Mehul Desai from the organising team said that the Mumbai Print Museum is expected to showcase the rich printing tradition and the technological evolution of print with a

Tailor-Made Production by Kunal Enterprise

special focus on print in Mumbai city and its environs.

What we made out of the very successful event is very simple explained in the quote below and was put out in the presentation by the Keynote Speaker too: “Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning a lion wakes up. It knows it must outrun the slowest gazelle or it will starve to death. It doesn’t matter whether you are a lion or a gazelle: when the sun comes up, you’d better be running”.

Well, keeping all the past aside (including the Covid catastrophe), let us have a good run in 2023!

Kunal Enterprises offers Contract Manufacturing in partnership with processing machine manufacturers and covers the entire process from printing to processing.

Development at Kunal Enterprise, explaining the unique concept.

1. Minimise management costs

2. Acquisition of specialized skills

3. Rapidly start-up production

4. Flexible production system and diversification of production risk

Prototyping and Contract manufacturing, a revolutionary concept introduced by Sakurai, is to meet industry needs. “We help you realize your various needs and create new markets with newly created products by utilizing the value of the experience we have gained over the years,” says Nidhi Gandhi, Director of Marketing and Business

“In simple terms, you can use the manufacturing equipment we purchased, reducing your initial investment. In partnership with processing machine manufacturers, we cover the entire process from printing to processing,” adds Nidhi.

Key benefits of Prototyping and Contract manufacturing:

5. Focus on more important activities

Sakurai offers “customer-specific” machine manufacturing (Tailor-Made Production).

Sakurai can construct a manufacturing line including not only a printing machine but also various processing (lamination/punching) according to the customer’s product specifications.

Contact Kunal Enterprise for more details.

German printer Druckhaus Mainfranken installs the first Scodix Ultra 6000 powered by SHD in EMEA

Company cites driving growth and transforming finishing productivity as main reasons behind purchase.

Global digital enhancement solutions provider, Scodix recently announced that German printer, Druckhaus Mainfranken GmbH, has invested in the Scodix Ultra 6000 SHD, the first sold in EMEA– the move is set to significantly expand the company’s range of finishing choices for customers.

Druckhaus Mainfranken is a leading provider of printing solutions for smaller quantities of a wide range of printed products, a position it has held for almost two decades, enduring as one of the most important online printers in Europe. The Ultra 6000 SHD will be installed at the Marktheidenfeld plant, one of five sites in Germany, servicing medium and large-sized customers with premium quality business cards, postcards, envelopes and much, much more. The press promises to differentiate its business from the competition and decision-makers at Druckhaus Mainfranken consider Scodix embellishments offer the key to success:

“With our fast turnarounds, our customers are choosing to order the exact quantities needed on-demand,” states Ulrich Stetter, CEO of Druckhaus Mainfranken, “As order quantities drop, the frequency of receiving orders increases. The productivity of Scodix matches this demand for more shorter runs, which is vital considering our customers are continually exploring more design options to make their printed products stand out.”

“From an economic standpoint, Scodix promises to offer us the flexibility to extend to a wider range of embellishments without ramping up the cost of production. This gives us the versatility required to meet customer demand for short runs, with a wider range of finishing techniques, without increased costs or turnaround times. A huge win-win.”

In addition to the popular Scodix Sense and Scodix Foil embellishments, the Scodix Ultra 6000powered by SHD offers a wide variety of digital finishing options that impact the customer experience greatly. For example, Scodix Cast & Cure enables interesting lighting effects and high-quality optical effects by de-embossing a pattern in the

lacquered surface, encouraging customers to innovate and create influential designs and products.

Further features such as high speed, the large B1 sheet format (41-inch)seamlessly fits into the Druckhaus Mainfranken workflow meaning jobs can be easily passed from offset presses to finishing – unlocking Scodix’ wide range of high-quality embellishments and digital capabilities for the whole customer base.

Alongside productivity and economic benefits, Druckhaus Mainfranken has placed a significant importance on sustainability and environmentally friendly production in this investment. The team was impressed with the de-inkability and the safe handling of Scodix UV technology. Scodix polymers work in full compliance with the regulation requirements and standards and the company supports partnerships for providing environmentally friends printed products. More information on Scodix’ sustainability proposition is available on the Scodix website.

“Druckhaus Mainfranken relies on providing its customers with innovative, high-quality

products in the shortest lead times while balancing a robust and flexible production workflow,” comments, Franz Repp, President Scodix EMEA. “It is a great indicator of Scodix value to have such a pioneer as a customer and to support them in their journey to add Scodix embellishments to more of their mainstream printed products.”

UlrichStetter,CEOofDruckhausMainfranken

Print China 2023 - Media Week held

PRINT CHINA 2023 will take place from 11th to 15th April 2023 at Dongguan.

presided over the meeting in the morning and the afternoon sessions respectively during the day long event.

The 5th edition of PRINT CHINA 2023 will be held from the 11th to 15th of April 2023 at the Guangdong Modern International Exhibition Center in Dongguan. On February 27, 2023, the organizer of the exhibition held the “PRINT CHINA 2023 International Media Week” event at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dongguan. The event was attended by over 200 print professionals. The event was broadcast live globally and overseas guests from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions and representatives of printing industry associations participated in real time.

With Chinese printing industry closely related to their national economy, Print China 2023 is spread over 140,000 square meters with over 1,000 exhibitors in attendance. China’s printing industry has broad development prospects, and the Chinese market with strong purchasing power has more and stronger demands.

Wang Fengna, deputy secretary-general of PEIAC, presided over the meeting & Wang Jinming, Exhibition Director of Beijing Huagang International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Liang Shaoguang, deputy secretarygeneral of the Dongguan Municipal People’s Government, said in his speech: “The printing industry is a key link in the manufacturing industry, Dongguan’s papermaking and paper products industry and packaging and printing industry will account for 5.5% of the city’s total industrial output value, making great contributions to promote Dongguan become a prominent manufacturing city in the country and even in the world!”

Lu Changan, the consultant to the chairman of PEIAC, enumerated the six highlights of the show which included unvieling of the world’s highest level of offset printing machines; display of the latest Digital printing technologies, new materials, and automated printing processes and solutions for book printing, packaging printing, commercial printing, and label printing, helping enterprises to open a new sustainable business model along with live display of Post-press packaging equipment developments from stand-alone to connected, to digital, networked, intelligent, and multi-functional capabilities. “The field of flexible packaging will make its debut with focus on display of green printing technology and VOC management solutions and for the first time will have the flexible packaging day,” he added.

The organizers expect over 180,000 visitors to the exhibition and an expected online audiences of about 400,000. Alongside the grand show, organisers are arranging for various exchange meetings, seminars, forums and other activities totaling to more than 70 sessions. Some of these important international conferences are under preparation, such as the 5th International Printing Technology Development Forum which is expected to focus on hot issues of domestic and foreign industry and the development trends, many industry leaders and experts are being invited to deliver as well as attend the speeches. During the exhibition, meetings of international organizations such as the Global Printing Alliance and the Asian Printing Exhibition Alliance will also be organized to actively promote exchanges and cooperation among member countries. In addition, the industry’s prestigious and influential 9th China Printing Awards will also be held during the exhibition.

The 27th February event also had presentations from twelve major exhibitors like Heidelberg, Hewlett-Packard, KBA, Komori, Tianjin Evergreen, Jiahe Dingxin, Konica Minolta, Bobst, Precision, Haoxin, Weigang etc.

In his concluding speech Lu Changan, the chairman consultant of PEIAC, said: “The three-year epidemic has blocked everyone’s face-to-face communication, but innovation had never stopped and the 12 exhibitors who spoke today represent the development direction of the world’s printing technology, the vast majority of the products introduced represent the highest level in the world today.” He also added that judging from the product introduction, everyone has carried out a rich and systematic product line display, digital, networked, intelligent, multi-colour, high-speed, high-efficiency, and multi-functional, Large format, is a common technical feature of all kinds of printing equipment and post-press equipment.

Must be an interesting show to explore and learn for the Indian Printing Industry, before drupa 2024!

JS Color Lab takes photoprinting to the next level with RICOH PRO C7200X

This highly versatile and advanced RICOH digital production press is supplied by Monotech Systems.

Bulandshahr-based JS Color Lab, a widely popular wedding photo album printing company in Uttar Pradesh, has upgraded its production setup with a new RICOH Pro C7200X to indulge in high-quality professional photo album printing. This highly versatile and advanced RICOH digital production press is supplied by Monotech Systems, a one-stop solution provider for the printing and packaging industry.

Since its inception in the year 1986, JS Color Lab has been an acclaimed wedding photo printer. “Being a second generation in the business, I have seen time-to-time updates of machines and manpower in our production setup,” says Mr. Varun Sharma, Proprietor, JS Color Lab. He adds that the company’s production setup has been constantly upgrading as they continuously endeavour to meet the growing demands for new innovations and quality in photo printing.

He continues, “Unlike the older days, wedding photo albums nowadays are designed and made with unique colour textures and motifs of pictures that astoundingly capture the exquisite and unforgettable moments.” In this respect, he mentions that the recent installation of the RICOH Pro C7200X is a strategic move of JS Color Lab towards taking photo album printing to another level. This RICOH digital production press has advanced features

to print supreme quality photos using wide varieties of glossy papers and other substrates.

JS Color Lab used to print wedding photos using Konica Minolta bizhub PRESS C1085, which has been replaced by the new RICOH Pro C7200X. In this respect, Mr. Sharma mentions that the new RICOH digital press from Monotech Systems has certain added technological advancements over other digital presses when it comes to printing sharp colour photos and adding innovative elements to prints. He adds, “The fifth colour station of this RICOH digital press is quite advantageous. With such feature, we are capable to work on new colour textures beyond the usual CMYK.”

RICOH Pro C7200X is engineered to create extra white colour along with gold, silver, and neon with its fifth colour station. This press can run at the speed of 85 ppm (pages per minute) churning on diverse media ranging from glossy, lustre papers up to matte and other high-textured substrates. “With this new RICOH digital press with advanced features, we can now promise our customers to fulfil their dreams. In fact, newly-wed couples want to etch their wedding memories in a marvellous way. This is what we do to fulfil the desire of our clients with similar demands

using the RICOH Pro C7200X,” tells Mr. Sharma.

A team of 30 well-experienced printing, designing and creative professionals is the vigour behind the overall prowess of JS Color Lab. “Our team has the calibre and creativity to produce high-quality wedding photo albums of varied designs, patterns, decorations and motifs,” mentions Mr. Sharma, adding that their production setup is now rigorously equipped with an ultramodern digital production press and a line of finishing equipments to meet the growing demands for breathtaking wedding photos with ‘wow’ factor.

Mr. Sharma continues, “Using our new RICOH Pro C7200X digital press, we can now offer our customers, particularly newlywed couples or soon-to-be-married couples, a great choice to cherish their moments of life in elegant photos.” Most of the clients of JS Color Lab are from Delhi-NCR and surrounding cities and towns across North India. He mentions that they are proud to be able to capture the nuptial ceremonies in a wonderful way with the help of RICOH Pro C7200X and team of Monotech Systems.

Robert Welford appointed as President of Xeikon

Robert Welford has been appointed as the President of Xeikon, the digital division of Flint Group.

Stepping up from his current position as Vice President of Research & Development, he will now lead Xeikon through the next phase of success, reaffirming its deep commitment to bringing the latest innovations in digital printing to customers across the globe.

Robert Welford joined Xeikon in September 2018 when he took over the management of Research & Development, with a broad remit overlooking the engineering operations, the ink and toner competence centres, and the print process and project management office. As the new President, he will further leverage these competencies and his solid background in the printing industry, as the

company accelerates the industrialisation of its broad product line and continued integration with Flint Group.

“I’m very proud to be given the opportunity to head up this industry-leading technology company which has been a pioneer in digital printing since the very beginning,” says Robert. “Xeikon has always had a strong focus on customer-centric developments and application-driven solutions, and its name has become synonymous with breakthrough innovations and technology. Crucially, it comes with an excellent team of professionals, who are known for their vast experience and in-depth expertise.”

He adds, “This is an exciting industry to be part of, but like all other companies, I’m certain we will have our share of new

challenges and pressures as the market and our customers’ needs keep changing and evolving. Therefore, Xeikon will continue on its unwavering mission to support printers and converters with the tools they need to successfully navigate the future and grow their businesses – in labels, corrugated packaging and graphic arts.”

Print Forest upgrades its portfolio with RICOH Pro C5310S

The acquisition of the new digital press empowers Print Forest to entice its customers with brilliant prints.

Print Forest is a complete print solutions provider based in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir. The company boasts of a stateof-the-art production facility which has recently been upgraded with the installation of a RICOH Pro C5310S digital press from Monotech Systems. The acquisition of the new digital press has empowered Print Forest to entice its customers with brilliant prints beyond their expectations. The press has been installed by Monotech Systems.

Established as Haroon Offset Press in 1975 under the aegis of Masood Ahmad engaging in photography and commercial printing, the company changed its name to Print Forest in 2017. “We incarnated into a new avatar when my father Masood Ahmad, a dynamic and innovative veteran in the region’s printing industry, welcomed us into the business. Then the legacy continues under his mentorship with the adoption of a string of ultra-modern machines and technologies,” said Haroon Masood, MD, Print Forest.

Masood added, “We have a complete portfolio of machines including Konica Minolta bizhub C650i, bizhub C364 and others for diverse applications like commercial prints, signage and display

graphics, which we deliver all under our roof. Recently, our machine portfolio expanded with a new highly advanced RICOH Pro C5310S digital press with which we are now capable to create the magic of vibrant colours.”

Backed by a robust team of more than a dozen well-experienced professionals comprising graphic designers, machine operators, collaborators and a marketing team, Print Forest fulfils the complete demand and desire of its customers from different regions. “In commercial printing, our customers are happy and fully satisfied with the sharp prints we churn on our newly installed RICOH Pro C5310S,” mentioned Masood.

RICOH Pro C5310S is a highly versatile colour production digital press with the capacity to print up to 80 ppm, taking up paper up to 13 x 19.2″ size, this press is designed to print wide varieties of substrates including lightweight gloss sheets and other textures up to 360 gsm. Print Forest’s competency with high-end printing machines and technologies helps its customers create their brands to become magical and stand out in the crowd. “We closely work for

clients from different sectors in Kashmir and adjoining areas as well as far-flung cities and towns like Chandigarh and Punjab,” informed Masood. He mentioned Star Homes, Anzar Fruit and Nut Co, SSMEI Doru, Tata Consultancy, among others are some of the regular clients of Print Forest.

Masood said they make quality designs, quality prints, and happy clients. He added, “We work intending to provide our customers the prints and services that create magic from the purity and serenity of hills.” On plan, Masood mentioned that they look forward to partnering further with Monotech Systems for yet another advanced digital press, to be installed in the production facility of Print Forest within a year or so.

Indore’s Perfect Scan adds RICOH Pro C5300S

Monotech Systems recently installed yet another RICOH Pro C5300S digital press at Perfect Scan, Indore. Despite being a leader in digital large-format printing for applications like soft signage and other display graphics, Perfect Scan also engages in commercial printing, which is now boosted a notch higher with the new RICOH press.

Perfect Scan, a division of Perfect Group, was established in 1988 as a printing consumables trader. In the year 1995, adapting to the changes undergoing in the printing industry, the company unveiled a processing house with the installation of an image-setter and a scanner. As a natural progression, they entered into the print business in 1999 and expanded to two new regional branches, one in Ahmedabad and another at Vadodara.

The production facility of Perfect Scan in Indore is 20,000 sqft, equipped with a line of machines comprising Konica Minolta Bizhub PRESS C8000 and bizhub PRO 1050, HP and Skyjet UV printers as well as finishing machines like Jingwei digital cutter and more. “Now we have invested in a RICOH Pro C5300S digital press from Monotech so that we can take the quality of commercial printing ahead of the ordinary,” said Nitin Gami, Founder & CEO of Perfect Scan. The facility is backed by a team of 25 highly trained printing professionals.

Nitin added, “With the new RICOH Pro C5300S in our Indore facility, we can meet the demands for innovative commercial prints and graphics from our clients. So far, we have experienced other popular digital presses from Xerox and Konica Minolta. However, none of them can compete with this RICOH press when it comes to accuracy in colours and print on a variety of substrates in commercial graphic prints.”

Now, Perfect Scan is fully geared up to deliver the finest textures of prints with RICOH Pro C5300S. Nitin mentioned that they are quite confident to fulfill their clients to the fullest satisfactory level. Perfect Scan boasts a host of customers from different

market segments like FMCG, banking and telecommunication which includes HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Vodafone-Idea (Vi), etc. . “Whether it’s printing of a leaflet or a clothes banner for outdoor advertising, we

provide our customers everything under our roof, without letting them run from one shop to another for additional petty printouts,” said Nitin.

According to Nitin, with the addition of the highly versatile RICOH Pro C5300S, we are a one stop shop for our customers. He further mentioned, “We are looking forward to adopting an advanced label press in near future, perhaps from Monotech Systems as we trust them and rely on their punctual aftersales service.”

Konica Minolta participated in Electro 2023

Konica Minolta India, one of the leading names in offering multifunctional printers, recently participated in the most awaited electronic exhibition in Solapur, Maharashtra through its Authorized Sales & Service partner – Shivam Enterprises.

Shivam Enterprises exhibited multiple Konica Minolta products, such as “bizhub 367, bizhub C226i, and bizhub 205i”. The organization gained significant exposure for all products, through live demonstrations of the functions and print quality of the machines, on different mediums.

Reaffirming the significance of this event, Mr. Kuldeep Malhotra, Dy Managing Director, Konica Minolta India, said, “We are delighted to be a part of the annual electronics and IT hardware exhibition. We are pleased to have multi-purpose, award-winning engines showcased at Electro and gain increased traction for our products. The event and the responses from visitors and the ecosystem were a testimony to how fast and innovatively the printing industry is growing, and how we are thriving along with it.”

Electro, the world’s largest electronics

exhibition, took place from January 24th to January 30th, 2023. Konica Minolta and its partner were able to generate good inquiries for multiple models. Shivam Enterprises’ stall saw more than 1500 visitors during the week-long exhibition. The exhibition gave buyers a better understanding of the variety of items available in the local market and the upcoming technology and knowledge in the industry.

KonicaMinoltaproductssuchas“bizhub367,bizhub C226i,andbizhub205i”wereshowcased.Theexhibition, Electro,tookplacefrom24thto30thJanuary2023.

“Now we have invested in a RICOH Pro C5300S digital press from Monotech so that we can take the quality of commercial printing ahead of the ordinary.” - Nitin Gami, CEO, Perfect Scan

Vizag’s Om Namassivaya Xerox buys RICOH Pro C7200X

Monotech Systems has installed the Ricoh for Om Namasivaya Xerox of Andhra Pradesh.

Om Namassivaya Xerox in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh has installed RICOH Pro C7200X by Monotech Systems. Installation of the new RICOH digital press has empowered Om Namassivaya Xerox to scale a new height in production of premium commercial graphic prints for different applications.

As the name suggests, Om Namassivaya Xerox over the last one decade of its inception has been a reprographic shop known popularly to the public as a Xerox photocopy centre. “Opened in the year 2010, we are called Xerox centre for being a user of some multifunction machines from the brand,” says Mr. K.Chitti Babu (Raj), Proprietor, Om Namassivaya Xerox. “Today, with the adoption of the RICOH digital press with advanced features from Monotech Systems, our profile today is much more than just a Xerox photocopy centre,” he added.

Mr. Raj adds, “Doubtless to say that we are a locally popular commercial printing company at Maharanipeta area in Vizag. Our location is strategic and easily accessible from all over Vizag. We deal in commercial prints of all types which we deliver to the need and demand of our customers from different market segments and all walks-oflife.”Om Namassivaya Xerox’s customers are predominantly a walk-in lot that includes a chunk of students and academicians from schools, colleges and various institutes.

Talking about serving their customers in a special way, Mr. Raj says, “Unlike any other reprographic shop in the area, we differently treat students. We give them discount in every single page of printouts.” In this context, he adds that the adoption of RICOH Pro C7200X has fuelled their printing capability to deliver increasing range of

high-end graphic prints without breaking the budget of their customers whether from the academic domain or other market clusters.

Om Namassivaya Xerox serves all their customers to the fullest satisfactory level. In this, Mr. Raj says some of their customers are from the photo album printing segment. “Following the adoption of the highly advanced RICOH digital press from Monotech, we proudly welcome photo labs and individuals like married couples and wedding planners who come down to us for vivid and crisp photo albums,” he adds.

Newly installed RICOH Pro C7200X at the production setup of Om Namassivaya Xerox is a stable machine for premium prints produced at high speed. This digital press can print on a variety of substrates up to 360 gsm. Advanced features of this digital press include its 5th toner with which it can print white ink, metallic, neon and various clear and invisible colour options.

With a strong team of more than a dozen experienced staff including front desk executives as well as graphic designers and machine operators,Om Namassivaya Xerox is well versed in meeting the deadlines and desire of premium prints of their customers. In this respect, Mr. Raj values the after-sales support and technical guidance of Monotech Systems on the newly installed RICOH Pro C7200X.

Driving profitability in labels!

Driving profitability in labels, with embellishments, digital printing & hybrid printing.

Based on the views of the printing fraternity it is largely agreed that embellishments, security features and innovative concepts on labels that enhance the shelf appeal and lead to better sales volumes for brands, can help get better prices.

Key Notes :

> The entry of organized retail outlets replacing Kirana stores triggered the increase in demand for labels and packaging.

> With the margins in the labels industry under intense pressure, label converters are looking at options to drive in profitability.

> Label printers across India share their views on how to drive-in better margins in the label production.

Self-adhesive or pressure sensitive labels industry in India has grown steadily right from the time of its initial entry into India to be indigenously produced in the mid-1960s when a screen printer manually created the first label. Thereafter, label manufacturing has evolved and completely transformed technically over the years. Initially, small and slow very narrow web letter presses, 4 or 5inch wide, from the eastern part of the world were used to print with blocks and die-cut labels with flatbed dies in roll form. These presses eventually started going wider in printing width with growth in demand. The need for increased production in 1980s brought in the adoption of rotary flexographic printing presses. However, since the flexo plate technology was just evolving, usage of letterpress block printing was still growing. It was in the new millennium that developments brought in prepress and plate making technologies, made it possible for printers to decrease their dependence on letterpress printing technology and invest in flexo presses that eventually became modular and print widths going wider with increased speeds.

Toward the middle of the first decade of the new millennium, the pop and Mom retail stores, known as Kirana stores catering to consumers, started being replaced by the entry of organized retail

outlets and with it, came the increase in demand for labels and packaging. When it was realized the customer’s point of purchase decision to lift the product off the shelf is the driver for sales, brands felt the imperative need for attractive labels and packaging. Different print technologies started being employed and presses with advanced capabilities started being developed and offered. While all this

transformation was happening, the label industry in India was all along registering a robust double-digit growth. It was largely accepted fact that even though labels are a very small part of the large packaging industry, it was more profitable. Due to this, the number of label printers kept growing, investments also came in from established offset printing companies. With cheaper label presses coming from China and availability of good affordable machines in India, the label printing capacities have grown exponentially. This increase in capacities, the pandemic, the strikes in Finnish paper mills, the Ukraine war, the re-emergence of Covid in China, etc. brought the margins in the labels industry under intense pressure. Raw material prices have since escalated, freight rates, salaries and overheads have increase while competition does not leave room for increase in selling prices. In such a difficult scenario, label converters are looking at options to drive in profitability.

Opinion and comments of label printers across India was sought on how to drive-in better margins in the label production in the given circumstances. Three questions were posed to all, their response is somewhat similar, yet some do have apprehensions about the steps that are suggested whether they will actually drive in margins? However still, a direction on the way forward appears to be an imperative. The printers in the diverse geographical zones who contributed their views are as follows;

North:

• Anuj Bhargava, Kumar Labels NOIDA hereinafter referred to as (AB)

• Rajeev Chhatwal, Kwality Offset New Delhi (RC)

West:

• Mahendra Shah, Renault Paper, Palghar (MS)

• Himanshu Kapur, J K Fine Prints Mumbai (HK)

• Priyank Vasa, Unick fix-a-form, Ahmedabad (PV)

East:

• Manoj Kochhar, Holoflex Kolkata (MK)

South:

• Raveendran Selvarajan, Seljegat Sivakasi (RS)

• Lakshminarayanan Parthasarthy,

Signode India Ltd. (Wintek) Bangalore (LP)

Question: Do you agree that Embellishments, Digital printing & Hybrid printing or converting are important steps to get better prices for labels?

AB: Yes, value added labels do add to margins. However still, the main buyers are few. Startups or premium products cannot add volumes where multiple players offer value additions.

RC: Embellishments certainly will get you a better price if you have a technical edge over your competition. Just a different printing process does not get you more price from customers. One needs to decide which process to use to get better return based on machine capabilities .

Hybrid is still not suited for the Indian Market. However good converting and finishing is important for short runs on digital to reduce wastage.

MS: Yes, I agree. With increase of just-intime orders, shorter runs and demand for innovations, it is economical and faster to produce with Digital printing. Embellishments complemented with other capabilities, aid improvement in value addition.

HK: More technical the labels are, better is the margin. Unfortunately, large companies expect more for less. The basics of costing has been lost by most label converters. Embellishments also add to costs, but to recover those costs is difficult.

PV: We aim for the best process fit for a job, be it digital, flexo, hybrid or offset. That is the only way to master production cost. Digital embellishment always gives an edge and keeps business secure but does not always guarantee increased profitability, it comes with its own limitations.

MK: I agree that Embellishments, Digital printing & Hybrid printing or converting are important steps to get better prices for labels. Value addition invariably leads to a better realization. Brand protection elements such as hologram, security inks, security designing also add value.

RS: Not only embellishments, but also innovations along with having capabilities

for attending to needs of customers are important. If food and pharma customer needs labels with water-based inks, we need to have those capabilities. If they need booklet labels it becomes an imperative to be able to create them. Every printing process has its own specialty so when you are able to create labels with Hybrid and digital technologies, then of course selling prices are better.

LP: QR codes and AR (Augmented Reality) in labels, connecting consumer to the brand – is what we see as way forward for profitability . Embellishment leads to aesthetics, shelf appeal, increased sale and brand value for better profits to the buyers and converters.

Question: Have you taken any steps in this direction to increase your capabilities?

AB: We are always focused to value added labels. We have capabilities do embellishments like 3-D effects, embossing, textured foiling, screen printing and many other such processes that enhance the aesthetics of product.

RC: We have already invested in converting equipment with finishing and embellishing capabilities like foiling, Screen printing, Lamination etc. Our range of labels includesFoil stamped/embossed labels, labels with tactile effects, Laminated, 3-D embossed, Variable data and Holographic labels etc.

MS: Since long, our customer profile is such that embellishments and employment of multiple print technologies is an imperative, for this reason we invested in hybrid presses many years back. Currently to achieve just in time capabilities we are investing in digital printing which will also give us additional production time on our main printing presses.

HK: We have always invested to be a capable company, right from inception so have the capacity to do all types of embellishments.

PV: Yes, we have added digital capabilities. Having multiple printing technologies at our disposal, enables us to pick and choose processes that are best suited for a particular job depending on the complexity of decoration required.

MK: We are constantly trying to scale up our

capabilities of adding diverse authentication features and other embellishments such as foiling, registered hologram stamping, variable data printing and finding new materials that are unique.

RS: At Seljegat we always endeavour to stay invested and capable with the latest developments. We have already installed machines with multiple capabilities, and we prefer all inline. We can do embellishments, special varnishes, multilayer labels, digital for variable or personalized labels, embossing, etc. We are always ready to cater to the changing needs of customers, nowadays pharma and food companies are demanding labels to be done with water-based inks or low migration inks, we have immediately empowered ourself suitably to serve them. In today’s time if we cannot deliver that extra, then we get lost in the crowd of intense competition.

LP: We are already having all capabilities and exploring AR in labels as next step towards Brand connect and Brand promotion.

Question: What in your opinion are factors that can drive in better margins? Please mention steps at given prices of inputs.

AB: Label companies should invest in making labelstocks for captive use, negotiate hard while buying machines and for buying raw materials.

RC: As competition gets aggressive, systems need to be designed to reduce wastages, increase productivity and buy raw material at competitive prices. Making our internal systems strong is the only way out to drive-in better margins.

MS: We started the process of optimizing production costs, long time back. We collected data of all ongoing jobs for past 3 years and calibrated all processes as per the following;

a) We dwell on actual time needed for the job and check if the processes are complying with targeted numbers.

b) If not complying what’s the core reason and if for some reasons not meeting norms, can solutions be found?

c) Evaluating, if no solution is possible, is the job generating profit for the company?

d) If not , either get the price increase or

discard such jobs to save time for more sustainable jobs.

HK: Rather than controlling the input prices on which we have no control, we should focus on getting better prices from clients. We need to factor-in the basics like label waste that is completely non-recyclable and cannot be salvaged. Label machines are capital intensive we must add the impact of cost of investment in the total price of end product.

PV: To improve profitability;

Freight cost management is an imperative, it can save lot of money.

Process improvements and wastage control is necessary. One should start with small steps like exact web sizes, proper sheet layout, special sizes for volume jobs, ink management and keeping a track of low moving stocks.

Refrain from unhealthy competition.

Learn from your mistakes as a team. Take all complaints seriously. Try implementing simple solutions.

Update monthly performance chart of individual operators, give them incentives for faster turnaround and increased capacity utilization. Take corrective steps to reduce downtime due breakdowns.

MK: Key to improve margins is to provide customised solutions by understanding what the customer needs. We try to incorporate various levels of authentication, embellishments and decoration to tailor solutions that best meet their needs. If a customer cannot afford to pay for the hologram, we focus on enhancing the printed authentication features keeping costs under control, and yet get a price that enhances our profitability while the customer appreciates the value we deliver.

RS: For driving in better margins, the instant reaction is to buy cheaper but if we have to think of steps at given raw material prices then one has to research internally and implement changes. As a first step we have opted for equipment and steps for faster changeover time between jobs to increase productivity. We have invested in a system

for make ready to be completed before one job ends. The changeover time for us has reduced from one and half hour to just thirty minutes. For job set up we were using fresh labelstock but now we use rejected, old and leftover unusable stocks. Next, we are now switching over to LED UV as its operational and lamp replacement cost is lower. New equipment has been ordered and will be installed soon. We plan to install an automatic butt slicer for non-stop production. Reducing wastages is also on our radar and we constantly work on it.

LP: The following steps are necessary to drive in profits;

Watertight operations, control on wastages and minimising set-up waste.

Reducing overhead costs, improving efficiency and OEE (Overall equipment effectiveness).

Propose embellishments to customer making the label more premium to claim better realisation.

Summation:

Price increase is an ongoing process, the impact of inflation is felt every year along with that of other unavoidable circumstances. So, manufacturers need to gradually increase selling prices to maintain a healthy bottom line. Unfortunately, that is an ideal scenario but in actual the selling prices are driven by market dynamics and competition. In the present situation, for the label industry, it is time to look internally and evaluate. Based on the views of the printing fraternity it is largely agreed that embellishments, security features and innovative concepts on labels that enhance the shelf appeal and lead to better sales volumes for brands, can help get better prices. The simpler the label is, more is the competition. As indigenously produced label presses have come within the reach of middle level printers, the competition in that segment has become intense. Moreover, with organized retail and ecommerce becoming the predominant selling systems, need for more decorative labels, IT enabled labels and personalized variably printed labels with security features has escalated. Not long-ago setup of label jobs took an hour or more with 2 or 3 persons on each press and at least 100 meters of material being used before final saleable production commenced. With

increased automation, advanced automatic registration controls, higher speeds, etc. now a single operator can setup a job in just a few meters in about 15-30 minutes, with increased productivity, less wastages and quick changeovers between jobs by keeping the next jobs ready. Using exact size materials and not generating offcuts is also a necessity. These are changes that add to margins and reduced operational expenses.

Food and pharma safety and health concerns are matters of importance for discerning customers, this, along with statutory rules for toxic or unsafe materials used in converting labels, are to be avoided. There

is an increased demand for non-migration and water-based inks because UV inks are considered somewhat hazardous for direct food contact and skin contact applications. Printers need to have such capabilities to supply as demanded by print buyers. Most companies feel that to reduce costs there is need for internal production systems and the workflow to be strengthened or monitored continuously to reduce downtimes at each stage, opt for more automation to reduce manpower and use energy efficient machines, equipment or systems.

Finally, time has come when EPR (Extended producer responsibility) compliance has

become mandatory. Sustainability and circular economy are becoming a social responsibility for earth to be a safer planet. Large FMCG companies and brands have already started opting for or expressing preference to buy from certified green companies. It will not be out of place that producing in compliance, may as well add to cost but it may also qualify for better pricing for this good social cause.

Written by Harveer Sahni Chairman, Weldon Celloplast

VINSAK installs the all new TRR converting system at Interactive Printer Solutions (IPS) in UAE

VINSAK, the exclusive distributor of La Meccanica Fumagalli in the Region, has recently installed of a new TRR converting system at Interactive Printer Solutions (IPS) in the UAE.

Interactive Printer Solution (IPS) has been a leading manufacturer of paper rolls, security documents, business forms and laser cartridges in the MEA & SEA region since 1978. Since their inception, IPS always strive to provide customers the best solution for their print consumable needs.

With over 40 years of existence in the region and serving top Financial, Retail, Hospitality & manufacturing sectors across the Middle East Africa & Southeast Asia region, IPS stand out in print consumables like Thermal paper Rolls, ATM Rolls, EFTPOS Rolls, Security documents like cheque printing, labels and laser toner solutions complying with all the industry protocols.

The state-of-the-art equipment with central bank compliant instrument empowers IPS to give an enhanced printing experience to the client and its customers. With specialized features to avoid duplication of the security documents, forgery can be avoided at all cost. “We continue to maintain our leadership position in this segment of the market in the entire Middle East,” said Mr. Sandeep Sethi , the MD at IPS.

Slitting rewinding machine installed at IPS is fully automatic machine capable to

produce cash register rolls, charts rolls, lottery ticket rolls. Flexographic printing station for line printing in up to two colors with registration has been incorporated in the machine for the single pass production of pre printed POS rolls as well ATM rolls. The TRR model installed is top of the range in the La Meccanica series of slitters with fully automatic operation requiring minimum manual intervention, beginning from the

loading of a reel to the shrink wrapping of finished POS rolls.

Talking to PRESSIdeas, Mr.Sandeep Thapar, Director Operations said, “The technical advice provided in selection of the equipment, the pre installation and installation support provided by the team at Vinsak has really made the business very comfortable for us.”

The Impact of Changing Run Lengths on Packaging and Labels to 2027

Provides a comprehensive overview of the landscape and trends driving run lengths for labels and all formats of printed packaging.

Smithers’ new report The Impact of Changing Run Lengths on Packaging and Labels to 2027 provides a comprehensive overview of the landscape and trends driving run lengths for labels and all formats of printed packaging.

Smithers offers a 10% saving on the order of this report if ordered before 28 February 2023. The interested people may order their copy via Smithers website or by contacting a member of their respective team representing Americas, Europe and Asia @ smithers.com.

This report provides critical insight and data to assist print OEMs and operators to identify new commercial opportunities, and make confident business decisions within a rapidly transforming print value chain.

Key Notes :

> The latest infographic from Smithers explores the impact of changing run lengths on printed packaging and labels.

> Over the next five years there are growing opportunities for new digital packaging technologies in the sub-5k m2 run length jobs.

> The trend of shorter run lengths for packaging and labels is being driven by consumer packaged goods companies.

In 2022, the majority of printed packaging was produced using analogue print technologies. Over the next five years there are growing opportunities for new digital packaging technologies in the sub-5k m2 run length jobs.

The trend of shorter run lengths for packaging and labels is being driven by consumer packaged goods companies that are increasing product varieties at a high rate.

The latest infographic from Smithers explores the

impact of changing run lengths on printed packaging and labels, including:

• Key facts on changing run lengths

• Analogue vs digital print and implication for run lengths

• Key drivers and trends affecting run lengths in the packaging and labels sphere

• Changes in run lengths for packaging types

• Changes in run lengths by region.

Table of Contents Key Facts and Figures

• Run lengths of less than 1,000 m2 will see the largest increase between 2022 and 2027, with a projected growth rate of 16.2%

• Run lengths greater than 15,000 m2 have the

largest share of the market in 2022 and this will remain the case to 2027 • In 2022, 78.7% of all printed packaging was produced in run lengths that exceeded 5k m2.

This report provides critical insight and data to assist print OEMs and operators to identify new commercial opportunities, and make confident business decisions within a rapidly transforming print value chain. It authoritatively examines the leading print buying trends driving shorter and longer run lengths, backed by specific analysis and forecasts in major end-use application. Detailed run length forecasts are given for individual analogue and digital print processes, further sub-divided across leading regions

Exclusive content

In Europe, deeper penetration of digital and hybrid in the labels markets and growing adoption in the broader sectors of flexibles and board, along with increased competition and language requirements for SKUs, will continue the downward trend for average run lengths.

In North America there is increased adoption of digital and hybrid technologies across broader packaging sectors. Popularity of flexo printing will help support the growth of product variety and SKU proliferation driving shorter run lengths. Growth in marketing initiatives for mass customization and

individualized packaging will continue the downward trend on run lengths.

What will you discover?

Across the packaging and label industries, print ordering, design and delivery all have to respond to new exigencies. Print service providers must pursue new revenue. OEMs must act to secure future sales. These changes are examined in detail, with a specific emphasis on how they will transform print runs in leading packaging segments. This is quantified, with additional insights into where print can capitalise on FMCG marketing departments’ willingness to pay a premium for customisation, responsiveness in designs, and quicker order turnarounds, as the market moves towards on-demand ordering.

OnPrintShop Workshop on 2nd March 2023

The report is based on extensive primary and secondary research. Primary research consisted of targeted interviews with material suppliers, converters and experts drawn from key markets. This was supported by secondary research in the form of extensive literature analysis of published data, official government statistics, domestic and international trade organisation data, company websites, industry reports, trade press articles, presentations, and attendance at trade events.

The report is a comprehensive and valuable resource for Materials suppliers, Packaging converters, Package printers, Equipment and machinery suppliers, Brand owners and retailers as well as Industry consultant and analysts.

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Digital printing becomes cool for the next generation

A perspective to give the job description »printer« new attractiveness.

Since the spring of 2022, just as the industry was beginning to recover from the economic and social effects of the pandemic, HR managers in numerous industries have been asking themselves: Where are our employees, where are our young people? This situation revealed a labour shortage that began well before the pandemic. The reasons for this are obvious. But what to do to change this?

Mechanical engineering companies like Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG are breaking new ground. Their developments support the converter’s efforts to counter the shortage of skilled workers through automation.

Key Notes :

> In an overall competitive labour market, it is currently not very attractive.

> In Packaging Industry presses are increasingly controlled via an HMI making it interesting for female and male trainees alike.

> What makes the Gallus One technology a particularly attractive workplace for young professionals?

You don’t have to look far to understand the reasons for the younger generation’s disinterest in the printing industry. The fact that it is not very attractive to young people when choosing a career is mainly due to a perceived image. Numerous company closures in the commercial sector as well as the environmental problems of packaging have shaped the image of the industry. In an overall competitive labour market, it is currently not very attractive.

Yet label and packaging printing has a lot to offer. According to one study*, bottlenecks in skilled workers are mainly to be found in gender-typical professions, i.e., professions that are mainly practiced either by women or by men. Such hindrances are not as likely to exist in occupations that are equally attractive to women and men. For the printing industry, this means emphasizing the attractive employment prospects in label and packaging printing for women and men alike, as well as their crisis-proof and future-proof jobs.

After all, packaging printing is an industry in which fundamental parameters are currently being rethought. A market where the shift towards more environmentally friendly, sustainable materials and print designs is in full swing. An industry that is dominated by media technology and where presses are increasingly controlled via an HMI (Human Machine Interface) like a smartphone. These developments help make it interesting for female and male trainees alike.

Mechanical engineering drives automation forward

What the industry has learned is that there is a growing shortage of operators for machines where there is little or no automation. The pandemic has also shown that if skilled workers are absent, printing presses can no longer be operated. This is one of the reasons that mechanical engineering companies like Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG are breaking new ground. Their developments support the converter’s efforts to counter the shortage of skilled workers through automation.

The Swiss mechanical engineering company, whose name stands for conventional and hybrid narrow web technology in the market, recently surprised the industry with the presentation of the Gallus One. With this model, the company is bringing an independent digital printing machine into the market and is

thus pursuing the clear goal of preparing the digital transformation in narrow web printing for upcoming requirements. Pure digital printing is a practical option to renew the machine park, since high-end hybrid machines are out of the question for many converters due to their capital requirements.

Digital printing is changing the job description »printer«

What is exceptional about the Gallus One machine concept is the extensive standardization which has been incorporated into the digital machine. It’s defined process parameters are designed for consistent automation, which enables the operator to confidently complete the demanding tasks in day-to-day business.

The high level of automation of the Gallus One changes the field of activity at the press. Self-monitoring of basic functions on the digital press frees the operator from timeconsuming routine tasks. No more manual make-ready as in conventional printing, no more manual mixing of inks, no more colour changes, no more adjusting of inks and many other manual activities. These are eliminated in digital printing.

Here, the operator carries out the order change with predominantly IT-related activities. They take the print data from the pre-press stage with integrated colour management and load it into the frontend that controls the digital printing machine. They then selects the appropriate substrate profile for printing. This processed data is then printed with high production reliability and productivity. The orders are completed with a data backup. Apart from material handling, process steps that are carried out via the control console characterize and automate the job description of the machine operator in digital printing.

Gallus One with additional ease of use

What makes the Gallus One technology a particularly attractive workplace for young professionals? Thanks to its extensive level of automation, the machine offers a level of operating convenience that is well above the standard. An operator controlling the machine via the human-machine interface (HMI) receives all important information from it directly on the display.

During operation a proprietary image processing system (Vision System) takes over several functions serving as the heart of the central machine, and is the basis for the high level of automation. One of these time-saving functions is the user-friendly adjustment of register settings at the push of a button. This ensures that the individual colours are precisely superimposed. The Vision System with its high-resolution camera outperforms comparable solutions by automating essential quality assurance measures detecting not only missing nozzles, but also density variations (Density Uneveness) in solids. Compensating for these two sources of error prevents both white lines in the print image and the formation of rainbow effects that would cause colour drift in solids.

The Gallus One has other user-friendly functions that make working on the machine a pleasure. With the Gallus One, the print heads are not moved - not even for cleaning. This innovative concept minimizes service calls and increases machine availability. The newly designed cleaning system moves the entire substrate table down in the printing area, giving access to the print heads as a whole - including web tension control. When cleaning is triggered by the operator, the cleaning unit is then brought to the print heads and cleans them. In addition to this standard cleaning through the use of the innovative features of the cleaning system, ultrasonic cleaning can be activated to support the cleaning process as needed. This makes the entire process extremely simple for the operator, with the aim of replacing manual cleaning as completely as possible.

The glass covers of the pinning modules, which fix the ink droplets directly after they hit the substrate using UV light, are just as easy to clean. Their cleaning takes place outside the press, without any contortions during the cleaning process. Both of these solutions make working on and with the press easier.

Refilling ink is also very user-friendly. For improved ink handling, the ink containers are easily accessible from the operator side. This design allows the containers to be changed without the operator coming into contact with ink, while the machine continues to run, so there is no need to schedule downtime or need to correct the web.

Additionally, the operator does not have to worry about splices in the parent roll. The Gallus One has an automatic detection system that works via sensors detecting splices in a roll and allows them to pass all print bars without any loss of register or speed. This function protects the print heads from damage without affecting production.

Of course, to operate the machine, the operator must be able to master the workflow. With the Gallus One, setup assistants (wizards) guide the operator step-by-step through the upcoming tasks and support, working through the necessary steps systematically, making the steps easier to learn. Using a client-server architecture, tasks such as step & repeat can be taken over by either the operator or the prepress department. The latter relieves the operator and allowing them to concentrate more on downstream processes.

Automation also makes maintenance easier. In ongoing predictive service monitoring, sensors record the condition of the machine and transmit the data online to a cloud service set up by the parent company, Heidelberg. This is done in strict compliance with the European General Data Protection Regulation, which protects both personal and job-related data. The machine condition data is analysed, and if any irregularities become apparent the customer’s maintenance department is informed. In this way foreseeable faults can be rectified before they occur. This approach has proven its worth in the sheetfed sector over many years.

Cultural upheaval

These examples show how automation affects press technology and operations in label and packaging printing. Making full use of the automation possibilities involves embedding the presses in a workflow that links them to the factory management system. Despite extensive automation overall, the industry continues to rely on the technical expertise of its employees. Therefore qualified employees will continue to be indispensable in the future. To attract them, jobs need to be designed in an interesting way. Digital printing with the Gallus One is one example of technology being applied to accomplish this.

Written By - Dieter Finna

EPL advances on Process Sustainability with DuPont

EPL to implement the Cyrel FAST thermal workflow across its global manufacturing sites in North America, South America, Europe and Asia.

Specialty packaging company EPL Limited (formerly known as Essel Propack Limited) is upgrading their flexo platemaking process with solutions from DuPont Cyrel. The DuPont Cyrel FAST thermal system processes flexographic printing plates without use of solvents or water. EPL will implement the Cyrel FAST thermal workflow across its global manufacturing sites in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. This initiative from EPL is one more step towards their sustainability commitment. The new Cyrel FAST thermal system from DuPont also offers SPEED and QUALITY to EPL’s current flexo print process.

Mr. Ram Ramasamy – COO at EPL says, “After a thorough evaluation of the systems available in the market today, we choose the latest thermal platemaking system from DuPont as our technology partners which will benefit both EPL and its customers. The Global presence of DuPont in terms of support & their continued efforts to reduce the carbon footprint with their technology made it easy for EPL to take this decision.

Vinsak and Tecnocut

Vinsak showcased the new USAR 430 finishing machine in combination with Tecnocut’s E-Diffsystem at Labelexpo

This is a step forward to fulfill both high quality and sustainability commitments we have made to our customers and investors.”

Mr. Jan Scharfenberg, Business Leader East at DuPont Cyrel Solutions, says, “We are pleased that EPL has chosen the DuPont

Cyrel FAST workflow for upgrading their flexo platemaking process after an intense selection procedure. We look forward to be a trusted partner to EPL on their sustainability goals, enabling them to serve their customers with the highest agility and quality level on a global scale.”

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Southeast Asia 2023 that took place from February 9-11 at BITEC, Bangkok. Mr. Ranesh Bajaj said, “Vinsak and Tecnocut have been working together for years to offer the best converting technology to the label industry.”

Vinsak, in collaboration with Tecnocut and its engineering portfolio, can now offer machines with advanced customised automated systems based on specific needs of customers

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in search of label finishing. This offers cutting-edge technology for their customers and helps improvement in production and optimization in their processes.

Vinsak and Tecnocut joined forces to launch Vinsak’s USAR 430 in combination with Tecnocut’s E-Diffsystem and present it at Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2023.

“Adding the most reliable adjustable anvil on the market to this production line is a commitment to new technologies that will improve the production process for all Vinsak customers,” said Franc Estrada, Tecnocut CEO. Meanwhile “We installed several E-Diffsystems to our machinery. The system is intuitive, user friendly and allowed to increase production and to work in a very precise way,” beamed Ranesh, Vinsak CEO.

Scodix expands global team with three new appointments

Aims to provide an economic alternative for Packaging Embellishment.

With the growing demand for more economical and sustainable embellishment printing, Scodix assertively expands its global team and business development infrastructure by appointing three new people to its team.

The new hires come on the heels of significant recent growth for Scodix following the release of the Scodix Ultra 6000, powered by SHD. Many print and packaging providers have invested in this and other Scodix systems, appreciating the proven business case to replace analog embellishment methods, whilst also enjoying the sustainability upside.

“We are thrilled to welcome Slawomir, Paolo and Xavier to our team,” says Mark Nixon, EVP Sales and Marketing. “Their extensive experience and knowledge of the industry will be invaluable as we continue to grow our business. Since we introduced the larger B1/41-inch format some time ago, and now with the quality boost we’ve given to Scodix Foil™, we need the additional support to meet the needs of packaging and publishing printers. Our team is set on the path to disrupt analog embellishment methods.”

respective markets, the new appointments bring years of experience and expertise to Scodix. As the new Sales Manager for France and all French-speaking countries, Xavier Bastie will be responsible for expanding Scodix’ footprint in the French market. After graduating from a print school in France, Bastie has spent his 23-year career in various positions in the graphic arts industry.

Paolo Tettamanti, the new Italian Sales Manager, will lead the company’s sales efforts in Italy. Enjoying over three decades in the graphic arts, Tettamanti has held various positions in multinational companies, more recently moving from traditional analog printing systems to digital printing technologies.

Meanwhile, Slawomir Iwanowski will focus on building and managing global channels for the company in the role of Global Channel Director. His extensive experience in generating growth in revenue and profitability from direct and indirect sales comes from leading print technology companies including HP, Xerox and Kodak.

DIGI-Jet launch by VINSAK at PLASTINDIA

With proven track records of success in their Vinsak launched its DIGI-Jet Wide Format Digital Printing System at PLASTINDIA, (01 to 05 Feb 2023) @Pragati Maidan.

VINSAK’s designs, manufactures and distributes products and services with emerging technologies that meet the needs and expectations of customers. The company brings competitive solutions, reliability and convenience to businesses with their guiding principle being - ushering in an era of high technology in the packaging industry.

VINSAK Digi-Jet 1000 offers high printing speed, high quality results and the highest level of performance and production. The system can print in exceptional quality variable data matrix, QR codes, barcodes,

With the addition of these new team members, Scodix is well positioned to continue its growth and success in Europe texts, numbers, marking applications. This solution is specially designed to created “connected packaging” suiting the present day demands of brands.

UV Low Migration Inks enable jobs for food applications to be carried out and allow the work to be printed on all surfaces – on previously printed material as well. Under special request, VINSAK can create the system with Water based ink jets systems which offer direct food contact as well.

and beyond. The company’s commitment to economical, eco-friendly, and innovative embellishment will remain at the forefront of its operations, ensuring that businesses continue to receive the best possible solutions for their print enhancement needs.

In addition to the this product launch, Vinsak showcased its entire range of solutions for printing of short run flexible packaging as well as brand protection solutions.

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Aakruti Multipack installs JETSCI Colornovo SAPFC in Gujarat

The Digital UV Inkjet Label Production Press is a complete solution package for printing, finishing, and converting addressing various applications labeling, and packaging.

Aakruti Multipack has installed JETSCI Colornovo SAPFC Digital UV Inkjet Label Production press, a flagship product of JETSCI Global in Gujarat. The Colornovo configuration of stand-alone printing, finishing, and converting online press has been expertly designed to meet the rigorous demands of label converters, delivering outstanding production capabilities, unparalleled quality, and exceptional service and support. It provides a seamless ondemand printing solution by bridging the gap between end-users, brand owners, and label printers. This technology enables quick and efficient printing, ensuring that labels can be produced precisely when needed.

The Colornovo press represents a cuttingedge solution that brings together all the necessary elements for successful label printing, streamlining the entire process from start to finish.

Aakruti Multipack is among the leaders in the lamitube industry, known for its steadfast supply of lamitubes across various industrial sectors.

With over a decade of experience, the proud owners of conventional CI presses have now decided to expand into the digital labels & packaging arena with JETSCI ColorNovo SAPFC. A complete solution package for printing, finishing, and converting which addresses various applications labeling, and packaging easily to serve the short-mediumrun run market. Their decision to opt for the Colornovo SAPFC press was primarily influenced by sustainability and productivity concerns.

“Colornovo has been instrumental in our foray into the label and converting market. We had been contemplating entering the digital segment for some time and JETSCI Colornovo has finally made it possible for us. After several discussions and extensive R&D support, the JETSCI team delivered a product that perfectly met our requirements,” remarked Parvin Patel, Aakruti Multipack.

“Since the outbreak of Covid, the market has become increasingly focused on multiple

SKUs and shorter runs. It was difficult for us to meet these requirements via conventional presses. We needed a technology that could resolve issues of substrate wastage and provide us with a quicker turnaround time. The Colornovo not only offers great productivity that matches four flexo presses in one but also the innovative powerhouse team behind JETSCI knows exactly what the customer needs and delivers it in one go,” added Patel, Aakruti Multipack

JETSCI Global digital UV Inkjet production presses are equipped to print on a diverse range of materials, expanding the possibilities for printed products. The JETSCI Colornovo digital label press is a highly versatile and dependable printing solution that boasts an exceptional colour range, specifically designed to achieve precise spot colours. Utilizing piezo DoD inkjet printhead technology, it represents the ideal hybrid label press, delivering high-quality label printing at a native resolution of 600 x 600 dpi and speeds of up to 50 m/min, with the ability to print on surfaces up to 330 mm in width. With a focus on providing the lowest total cost of ownership and the fastest return

on investment, this label press sets a new standard in label printing.

JETSCI is a global brand manufacturing inkjet products and solutions for the printing and packaging industry. The JETSCI Global was introduced in 2012 by Monotech Systems Limited. The brand with over 500 installations worldwide provides innovative products. The productive and cost-effective inkjet printing and anti-counterfeiting solutions enjoy global recognition and admiration.

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Arrow to showcase three revolutionary technologies at PAMEX 2023

Arrow is gearing up to participate at the event with cutting edge technologies to expand innovative printing possibilities for clients.

Arrow Digital is gearing up to take part in PAMEX India 2023 - the much awaited platform for showcasing the latest innovations and groundbreaking technologies in the label, packaging and printing industry. The event provides a global business and networking platform to participating companies, attracting quality visitors from across India and neighboring countries. “Arrow is thrilled to be a part of this esteemed event and showcase its latest products and services to our esteemed customers,” says Prakash Chopra, Arrow Digital.

At PAMEX India 2023, Arrow will be showcasing three revolutionary technologies: the EFI Pro 16h, ArrowJet Hybrid Pro, and Arrow EZcut 330R and a new launch which we will be releasing soon. These cuttingedge systems have a comprehensive set of features to provide superior image quality, and the broadest range of substrates and applications.

The first technology is the entry level EFI Pro 16h, a LED UV hybrid inkjet printer designed for printing flexible and rigid substrates up to 65 inches wide and 2 inches thick. With four colours plus white ink printing and singlepass, multilayer printing, it offers versatile business opportunities. It also features a production quality printing speed of 976 ft²/ hr. for the faster job turns, and a choice of EFI ProGraphics Series UV Inks to meet the application needs of today’s trending market.

The ArrowJet Hybrid Pro is an all-in-one priming, printing and varnish digital printer for short-run label and flexible packaging needs. With the new DuraFlex technology and waterbased pigment inks, this printer delivers

high-resolution prints at speeds of up to 195 ft/min. Its scratch-proof inline varnishing ensures that the labels stand up to even the toughest environments. With its water-based pigment inks and single-pass inkjet system, it can offer high-quality printing at speeds of up to 60 meters and a resolution of up to 1600 x 1600 dpi. One of the key benefits of the ArrowJet Hybrid Pro is its ability to handle a wide range of substrates, including thin films, paper, and cartons, making it a versatile and flexible solution for various printing applications. The inclusion of inline priming, digital printing, and varnishing capabilities further enhances its functionality, allowing for a seamless and efficient printing process.

The ArrowJet EZCUT 330R is a state-of-

the-art blade finishing solution that delivers remarkable precision for printers up to 13 inches wide. Its dual cutting heads allow for high-quality cuts at twice the speed, and with the option to add two additional heads, users can achieve even higher throughput speeds. The Arrow EZcut 330R offers an in-line web guide, lamination, slitting, and matrix removal for high-quality finished labels on demand. Now, users wouldn’t have to go for expensive and time consuming dies and would just print and cut one or several labels digitally.

Witness these and many new technologies live in action. The Green and Eco Friendly technologies, Arrow would be offering its latest range for the printing industry and offer wide ranging possibilities to its clients.

Gallus Labelmaster brings significant growth for Pinnacle Traxim

Sonipat’s label printing specialist grows business by 40% since the Labelmaster 440 the installation.

Sonipat-based label printing specialist

Pinnacle Traxim has grown its business by 40% since the installation of the Gallus Labelmaster 440 narrow-web flexo printing press in January 2022. The current setup of Pinnacle Traxim specializes in label and sleeves supply for FMCG, chemical, cosmetics, liquor, pharmaceutical, and Alcobev markets.

Lalit Kumar Gulati, Managing Director at Pinnacle Traxim, started the business with Surendra Kumar Juneja in 2008.

Commenting on the investment, Lalit Kumar Gulati said, “Gallus Labelmaster is the first-in-class flexo press concerning quality, production capacity and capabilities. The Labelmaster features include, operatorfriendly platform, multiple converting options like rotary screen, dual cure drying systems, auto registration, and other customized options. It delivers stable print registration at the speed of 150-m/min, with high-quality printing. However, the Labelmaster can print a maximum speed of up to 200 m/min.”

Ferdinand Rüesch Senior, Senior Vice President, Global Key Accounts Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG, on his recent visit to India, spoke about his experience of visiting Pinnacle’s unit. He said, “I am happy to see the enthusiasm of the press operators and their cheerfulness. It has been 11 months since Pinnacle has been operating the Labelmaster press. Congratulations to team Gallus and Heidelberg for a new family member. Gallus has put together a lot of ideas in the R&D segment of the press to make the life of the press operator easy with faster setup times and waste reduction.”

The Labelmaster 440 helps for minimum substrate wastage, thanks to the short web path of 1.4 m between printing units. with a printing speed of up to 200 m/min, the Labelmaster can handle

a wide choice of substrates ranging from 15-micron mono film to 450 microns of complex material such as tube laminates, and the credit goes to the integrated direct servo-driven printing cylinders and cool impression cylinder keeping perfect grip to the material during print production. The precise and stable print register accuracy across all printing speeds with a combination of printing possibilities and converting processes at any position makes the press of perfect choice and a key differentiator in the market.

Samir Patkar, President at Heidelberg India, commented, “It’s important to scale up in the packaging industry and with the Labelmaster, Pinnacle will get the push. As the utilization of the Labelmaster press goes up with Higher OEE (overall equipment efficiency), the cost of production gets reduced due to the technology behind the faster setup, lesser wastage, and minimal operator intervention. It was enthralling to see jobs printed on the Labelmaster from 12-micron films to shrink sleeves, tube laminates, and self-adhesive labels with the finest print quality.”

Patkar added, “The team at Pinnacle is trying flexo printing with a 250-lpi screen, and I haven’t come across it in India yet; there are not many converters who have completed

175 – 200-lpi. A Label converter aims for both production scale and value embellishment as it is the recipe for success. We wish Pinnacle a great journey with this Gallus Labelmaster in fulfilling their dreams and many more Gallus presses in future to adorn their shopfloor.”

The Gallus Labelmaster is not just impressive with its flexibility but also remarkable in its performance in production. An optimized ink chamber ensures precise ink transfer to anilox rollers with minimal splashing and reduced foaming.

Sandeep Juneja, Plant Head at Pinnacle Traxim, said, “Gallus Labelmaster is suitable for short and long runs, and we handle diverse clients from Food to Alcobev, Labels to flexible packaging, and the quality and sturdiness of the press is unmatched. We explored other presses, but the quality and productivity are exceptional with Gallus. We had been planning to purchase the Gallus press for a long time, and it is like a dream come true now.”

In coming years, Pinnacle plan to setup a new plant at Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. Today the company is growing at a CAGR of 15%20% and working for a better tomorrow.

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Line O Matic celebrates Silver Jubilee

1000 plus guests attend the grand celebrations in Ahmedabad.

Line O Matic, provider of paper stationery machinery, paper converting machinery and packaging machinery, marked the occasion of its 25th year silver jubilee with a grand celebration that took place in Ahmedabad. The event was attended by more than 1000 guests including clients, associates, vendors, employees, and their family members. The company has also planned many more activities as part of the silver jubilee celebrations.

The event started off with a welcome address by Mr. Uday Patel, Founder Owner. The Management team and key clients presided over the event. Mr. Uday Patel addressed the invitees and shared his thoughts on

the company’s advancement through the years; its creating an impact in the education sector; as well as contributing towards the growing economy. He promised to expand Line O Matic’s stronghold through consistent and quality efforts.

Speaking on the milestone event, Mr. Swapnil Patel, Executive Management addressed the gathering and shared his experience and insights into the 25-year journey of Line O Matic. “When we look back, it seems like 25 years have been a long time, but somewhere, it is little difficult to believe that 25 years have already passed,” he reminisced. “Today, we have successfully carved a place in the paper industry and proudly say that 3000+ machines have been successfully installed and productively working around the world. In India, 25 states and 5 union territories have presence of Line O Matic machines. With our customer-centric approach, we have established our presence over 80 countries,” he added.

Mr. Nirav Parikh, General Manager, launched an online shopping portal for their export

division on completion of 25 years in the industry.

The event was also graced by the presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Mr. Bhupendra Patel. He mentioned in his speech how he was happy to see the growth of Line O Matic. He spoke about the education sector and how Line O Matic has played its important role in contributing greatly through their machinery and services.

The grand celebration has been completed by a live performance of the renowned playback singer Rodney band who enthralled the audience with a great show.

Pixeljet becomes a favourite in Indian signage space

Three of the leading signage printers adopt Pixeljet capabilities for their diverse product portfolio.

Faridabad-based 6th Wall is an event management company, which is known for its expertise in designing and fabrication of exhibition stalls and event stages for big corporate companies. The company owns an in-house printing facility. The facility is now equipped with an advanced Pixeljet TORPEDO eco-solvent printer from Monotech Systems for printing stunning stall and stage graphics.

material printing to another level.

Pixeljet TORPEDO at 6th Wall aims stall and stage graphics

“This is the kind of a machine which we always sought after for sharp graphic printing.Today, with this highly versatile 10-ft machine we manage speedy production of quality graphics quite satisfactorily at ease.”

- Sudhir Rawat, 6th Wall Production, on the recently installed Pixeljet TORPEDO

Key Notes :

> 6th Wall chooses Pixeljet TORPEDO for printing stall and stage graphics.

> Dolphin Glow Sign adopts Pixeljet miniRTR for wallpaper printing.

> Nageen Print Pack adopts Pixeljet Ultron+ for rigid material printing.

Similarly, Amritsar-based Dolphin Glow Sign is a onestop signage and graphic arts solutions provider. The company boasts of a production facility equipped with a portfolio of highly versatile and advanced Pixeljet printers from Monotech Systems and others. Latest in the portfolio from Monotech Systems is a Pixeljet miniRTR, an ideal machine for signage and decor applications.

Another latest addition to Monotech Systems’ expanded clientele is Meerut based Nageen Print Pack. Monotech, manufacturer of Pixeljet Series of digital large-format printers has installed Pixeljet Ultron+ UV hybrid printer at Nageen. The installation of this new digital large-format UV hybrid printer has empowered Nageen Print Pack to take its rigid

Active in the market for the last 14 years, 6th Wall executes turnkey projects revolving around décor designs and graphics of expo stalls and event stages for corporate biggies in big cities and towns across the country. “We provide a complete solution, right from designing, printing, fabrication up to final implementation of fascia and overall graphics of a stall or a stage of a company in an expo or any event,” says Mr. Sudhir Rawat, Director, 6th Wall Production.

Mr. Rawat adds, “Earlier, printing was quite a challenging task for us as we often failed to meet print volume and deadlines. So, in addition to a ColorJet printer in our facility we decided to expand our machine portfolio, which has now included a Pixeljet TORPEDO eco-solvent printer from Monotech Systems. This is the kind of a machine which we always sought after for sharp graphic printing. Today, with this highly versatile 10-ft machine we manage speedy production of quality graphics quite satisfactorily at ease.”

Pixeljet TORPEDO is an ideal machine for high-speed production of premium quality graphics in 1440 dpi resolution at 1291.67 sq ft/hr. It features KM 1024i SHE industrial grade printheads, ensuring sharp print outputs and higher productivity as compared to any other machine in its class. Mr. Rawat emphasizes that this printer also helps them embrace green and sustainable printing, compatibly taking up fabric media and other line of eco-friendly materials.

“Our core task is to create concept and design of exhibition stalls and promotional event stages being wrapped or fabricated with stunning graphics to portray and promote the brands on display,” mentions Mr. Rawat, adding, “In addition to working for general trade expos and events we also indulge in execution of stalls and stages for special events like international congress, conference, annual meet, etc.”

6thWall operates a vast network of branches based in major Indian cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and a handful of associates across India. “Every branch of 6th Wall has a well-trained production team. Recently, our Mumbai production team conceptualized and created the India Pavilion in the 2nd United Nations World Geospatial Information Congress held at Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), Novotel. Hyderabad,” says Mr. Rawat.

Mr. Rawat continues, “Likewise, our production teams from Bengaluru, Delhi and Mumbai recently involved in some of the landmark events and trade expos like HSBC Mastercard Advantages at ShangriLa Hotel in Bengaluru; Teva Annual Family Function 2022 in Delhi; Maruti Suzuki Insurance Broking Annual Review Meet 2022 in Delhi; and KSB stall at IFAT India Expo 2022 at Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon (E), Mumbai.” In his remark on

their achievement, Mr. Rawat asserts, “What we do is to simply add a wow factor to an expo stall or an event stage! In this, our new Pixeljet TORPEDO from Monotech Systems plays a vital role in creating the stunning graphics that turn everyone to see.”

The third Pixeljet at Dolphin Glow Sign is specifically for wallpaper printing in décor projects

“As long as our relationship with Monotech Systems is concern, I’d say we totally rely on their machines and dedicated support,” says Mr. Gulraj Singh Dhingra, CEO, Dolphin Glow Sign. Apart from the newly adopted Pixeljet miniRTR, Dolphin Glow Sign’s production facility has already installed two Pixeljet systems—Pixeljet Ultron+ UV hybrid printer and Pixeljet Prime solvent printer.

Mr. Dhingra adds that the Pixeljet printers, which they already have in their production facility, are perfectly engineered to meet the sheer demands of various signage applications from their customers. He further adds, “We have customers from different market segments and all walks of life. So, we need to be equipped with machines for miscellaneous graphic applications. So, we have adopted Pixeljet miniRTR very specifically for wallpaper printing in décor projects.”

He continues, “Since the interior and home décor market is a new revolution in the graphic arts industry, this domain is rapidly expanding into new verticals which we are gearing up to explore. Apart from the corporate offices and workplaces, everyone else these days wants to decorate their living rooms or bedrooms. Even the colorful wall graphics are gaining popularity among the kids’ rooms in many households. We are preparing to tap this business opportunity surfacing in the interior décor sector with our new Pixeljet miniRTR.”

Pixeljet miniRTR is a well-engineered system to print a broad range of interior décor graphics and many other applications. With its Piezo Drop-on-Demand technology, this roll roll-to-roll UV system features three RICOH industrial-grade printheads. This printer is capable to print up to a maximum print size of 1800 mm at the speed of 150 sqft/hr in 2400 dpi resolution, depending on using the number of printheads and colour configuration.

Dolphin Glow Sign has been in the digital large-format printing business over the last 25 years, serving for a host of eminent clients across the length and breadth of Punjab and neighbouring regions of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and others. “We indulge in execution of a string of landmark outdoor promotional and interior branding projects for corporate biggies in north India,” says Mr. Dhingra, adding that Coca-Cola, HDFC Bank, OCM, Jockey, Vadilal, to mention a few, are some of their regular customers.

Mr. Dhingra emphasizes the fact that the company’s dedicated team of around 40 experienced sign making and printing professionals is the vigor behind the success of Dolphin Glow Sign. In this respect, he also acknowledges Monotech Systems for helping them with the versatile range of Pixeljet machines, among which the newly adopted Pixeljet miniRTR is what it takes to produce sharp interior décor graphics.

Pixeljet Ultron+ at Nageen Print Pack to boost rigid material printing capabilities

Nageen Print Pack, a division of 40-year-old publishing group Nageen Prakashan, is a fastest-growing printing and packaging service provider. The company boasts of a state-of-the-art infrastructure of 1,50,000 sq ft in area with a line of pre-press, press and post-press equipment. “We provide printing and packaging services using sheet-fed, automated binding, fully automated diecutting and folding machines. New in our machine portfolio is a Pixeljet Ultron+ UV hybrid printer from Monotech Systems, which boosts our capability of printing on rigid packaging materials,” says Mr. Vatsal Jain,

Director, Nageen Print Pack.

Mr. Jain adds, “We are basically a publishing company with our printing activities revolve around books, diaries, magazines and other commercial items like pamphlets, brochures, calendars, leaflets, etc. Then in the last two years, we expanded into the packaging domain, which is now gaining ground with our latest update of machine portfolio with a highly advanced and versatile Pixeljet Ultron+ UV hybrid printer for printing on rigid materials. We already have a line of BOBST and Presto post-press machines in our machine portfolio.”

Nageen Print Pack manufactures monocartons, corrugated boxes, rigid boxes, promotional display stands as well as expo stall display systems. “Choosing of Pixeljet Ultron+ UV hybrid printer is our right decision as this machine is perfect for our purpose of churning on a range of unconventional

rigid packaging and display graphic media,” informs Mr. Jain.

When it comes to rigid media compatibility of Pixeljet Ultron+, this printer can print practically on any rigid and roll-to-roll material. The range includes corrugated board, plastics, acrylic, glass, foam-board, exhibition panels, wood, aluminum, MDF, PS materials, etc. “Such flexible compatibility of the machine with any given material and its capability to deliver exceptional print quality helps us find a new impetus in our packaging printing activity,” mentions Mr. Jain.

Pixeljet Ultron+ features RICOH industrialgrade printheads (7–35 pL), which enable to deliver sharp prints produced combining white ink and six colours. The high-density colour and high-speed printing function of the machine makes print outputs brighter, vivid, and intense in resolution up to 2400 dpi at the maximum speed of 45 sq m/hr. The printer has a flatbed printing area of 3300x1800mm and 3200mm in roll-to-roll printing. It can take materials up to 100mm thick.

Mr. Jain mentions that they have a huge clientele comprising brands from the sectors like FMCG, beauty care, pharmaceutical, etc. “Kit-Kat, Heinz, Glow & Lovely, Shahnaz Husain Group, Yardley, LabFlu, Troxone, to name a few, are some of our valued customers. For them, we have done diverse printing and packaging applications as well as promotional display racks,” mentions Mr. Jain, adding that the Pixeljet Ultron+ is the vigor behind the overall vivid prints that pull full attention of their clients.

Canon India launches its most cost effective and multi-purpose Desktop A1 Plus Large Format Printer

imagePROGRAF TC-20 – Canon’s first desktop 4-colour pigment ink large format printer with A1 plus capability.

Driven by its pursuit in innovation, Canon India expanded its printing portfolio with the launch of imagePROGRAF TC-20, its first desktop 4-colour pigment ink large format printer with A1 plus capability. Keeping in mind the versatile needs of architects today, the sleek and compact TC-20 supports operations from small workspaces or home bound offices, while delivering vibrant, colorful, and quality output for big designs and blueprints.

The TC-20 also supports roll paper of up to A1 plus width and comes with a standard built-in Auto Sheet Feeder (ASF) that enables continuous A3/A4 printing for maximum productivity. Compatible with free software and applications such as the PosterArtist, the TC-20 offers superb ease of use as with other high-end large format printers in the imagePROGRAF series.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President and CEO, Canon India said, ‘’With customer needs at the core, we have been expanding our portfolio, launching specialized products in line with market trends. The hybrid working format is witnessing increased adoption across sectors, propelling growth for space efficient superior technology equipment. The new offering imagePROGRAF TC-20 is designed keeping in mind the new-age working landscape addressing varied needs of large format printing. Categorically targeting the architect community and photo studio industry, TC-20 provides users with extreme convenience operating from different locations, be it home, construction site or compact office spaces. We are confident that the latest launch will emerge as a preferred choice enabling desired quality and productivity.”

Large Format Printer with Small Footprint

Featuring a space-saving design, the new TC-20 meets large format printing needs of home offices, remote worksites, and corporate offices with its compactness. The large format printer sits easily on desks or

shelves and allows users to conveniently perform print-related operations such as loading paper, refilling ink, and replacing maintenance cartridge from the front of the printer. Equipped with a new shaftless roll holder, the TC-20 also allows users unfamiliar with large format printers to replace roll paper effortlessly even in tight spaces.

Continuous Printing for High Productivity, High-Quality Prints

The TC-20 supports up to 50 A3 or 100 A4 cut sheets2 with auto-switching between cut sheets and roll paper. For maximum productivity, users can load up to 100 A4 cut sheets in the standard ASF for continuous printing, and print CAD drawings or posters on A1/24-inch roll paper effortlessly from various applications. Other productivityenhancing features include 70 ml ink bottles for all four colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow & Black) to cater for continuous printing of technical drawings, GIS maps & posters and an optional desktop basket for easy collection of prints.

Using all-colour pigment ink, the TC-20 produces clear, high-quality prints with fine lines and small characters on drawings comparable to prints from high-end large format printers. The prints do not smudge easily from highlighter marks or water spills.

Efficient Printing with Applications

Delivering excellent ease of use, the TC20 works with various free software and applications to help users work efficiently. With PosterArtist web application, users can create their own designs from a wide

selection of templates, and print marketing collateral such as posters and flyers on the TC-20 to meet different business needs. The large format printer works with free software, Direct Print Plus to help users send multiple prints in different formats such as PDF and TIFF. Users can preview the layout of files without launching dedicated application for each file, reducing time spent and print wastage effectively.

With Canon Print Inkjet/SELPHY application, users can check the usage of roll paper and ink via smartphones or tablets and keep the TC-20 up to date with the latest firmware. Users can also print documents stored in the cloud via PIXMA Cloud Link6 on the application.

Designed with Sustainability in Mind

As the first Canon large-format printer registered as a gold product in the field of imaging equipment products under the U.S. “EPEAT7” environmental assessment system, the TC-20 conforms to strict EPEAT standards as a product with high environmental performance. This includes low power consumption of approximately 28 W during operation and approximately 1.8 W during standby, and the use of more than 5% recycled plastic.

Mimaki launches first Direct To Film Inkjet Printer

Mimaki, manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems, has announced its first ‘direct to film’ (DTF) inkjet printer, the TxF150-75, at its Global Innovation Days event. Utilising a heat-based transfer method, the printer is ideal for creating premium, customised merchandising, sportswear and various other promotional textile applications. This is the latest entry from Mimaki for the decorated apparel segment and made its EMEA at-show debut at Printwear & Promotion Live! in the UK (26th-28th February 2023).

DTF printing provides an easy and affordable process for decorating apparel, most commonly T-shirts. The design is initially printed directly onto a special transfer film, which is then sprinkled with hot-melt powder. Once heated and dried, the transfer sheet is ready to be applied to the fabric using a heat press.

Based on Mimaki’s existing 150 Series, one of its best-selling models, the new

TxF150-75 responds to the market need for a reliable, stable DTF technology. Built-in ink circulation system and degassed ink pack design prevent common DTF issues, such as poor ink ejection and white ink clogging. These core technologies, which also include the nozzle check unit and nozzle recovery system, all ensure that processes are carried out efficiently with minimal intervention needed.

Mark Sollman, Sr. Product Manager EMEA, Mimaki Europe comments, “Apparel decoration is a hugely popular and dynamic sector, one which we are already operating in with our other textile technologies. However, we could see the impact DTF technology has had on the industry in recent years, with its significant advantages over existing technologies. Namely, DTF avoids the time intensive process of plate creation in screen printing and the required weeding in traditional vinyl heat transfer. The technology can also create vibrant designs with its full colour printing capabilities. We’re excited to bring a solution to the market that is designed for those already active in the decorated apparel sector and those looking to enter it, which excels in usability, reliability and quality.”

As the company’s first entry into a new segment, Mimaki has created its own range of water-based pigment inks (PHT50)

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especially for this solution. As of March 2023, these inks are OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT certified, guaranteeing safety and environmental standards are met in line with Mimaki’s sustainability pledges. Unlike sublimation heat transfer printing, DTF is much more versatile when it comes to materials, able to work with more than just polyester and TC blended (polyester blended) materials, and on light or dark coloured fabrics.

The printer also comes with Mimaki’s RasterLink7 RIP software, allowing users to have full oversight and the ability to streamline the process from the design to the final product. Like with all Mimaki technologies, buyers can expect extensive in-house support from Mimaki throughout the initial set-up and use.

The TxF150-75 will be commercially available in EMEA from April 2023.

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