ProPack Pro October 2024

AUSTRALIA’S BEST TRADE PRINTER

Innovation here, innovation there, innovation everywhere

What a whirlwind two months it has been. We’re only just taking a moment to breathe, let it all sink in and reflect on what we’ve experienced.

In just this period alone, we’ve attended the FPLMA Conference in Melbourne, Printing United expo in Las Vegas, and Labelexpo Americas expo in Chicago –and that’s not including all the other recent and local awards and social gatherings.

My last Editor’s Letter to you before I went on leave was about Labelexpo Europe 2023, and it seems that life has come full circle with me now writing about Labelexpo Americas 2024 in my first issue back. What a year it has been!

It’s clear that the printing and packaging space has plenty going on – and it’s thriving! We got to feast our eyes on so

many new innovations and technologies, learnt about the latest trends and caught up with some of our international friends.

This issue of ProPack.pro brings you our in-depth review of Labelexpo Americas, which focused on flexible packaging, sustainability, RFID technology, and automation. The tradeshow showcased flexo, hybrid and digital press technology, along with a wide range of finishing technology, combining conventional and digital equipment and sustainable materials.

One of the local highlights of the event was Currie Group selling its first HP Indigo 200K digital press in A/NZ to Brisbane’s Ultra Labels & Flexpack.

And if reading the Labelexpo Americas review isn’t enough, scan the QR codes to watch videos of the latest machines in action.

This issue also features our coverage of the Flexible Packaging and Label Manufacturers Association’s (FPLMA) annual technical forum in Melbourne, which had around 100 delegates in attendance – the highest number of attendees in more than six years.

The conference provided two days of education sessions, panel discussions, networking, and business building, and concluded with the FPLMA’s annual Awards Dinner.

And if you’re keen on finding out more about what happened at the Printing United expo, have a read of ProPrint to benefit from the world of printing.

There’s plenty in this issue to keep you glued from cover to cover, so we hope you enjoy the read.

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IN THIS ISSUE...

Action Labels & Nameplates transitions into Label Power P06

The move follows Label Power’s acquisition of Action Labels & Nameplates in 2020

Jet Technologies launches Jet iQ range in A/NZ P06

The new Jet iQ range of finishing solutions is for the label and packaging markets

Orora to sell OPS business to Veritiv for $1.775B P08

The completion of the sale is expected to occur in late 2024

Palmolive reaches sustainability milestone in Australia P08

It has made the switch to 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles for its ranges in A/NZ

VMA forms Labels and Packaging Coalition P10

The coalition will offer expert advice, drafted policies and potential legislative recommendations

Pakko acquires Boxes R Us P10

Pakko will expand its business capabilities with the acquisition

Detpak launches its new PBS packaging range P12

The range of more than 20 products aims to cut out single-use plastics

Networkpak installs Screen L350UV SAI S P12

Networkpak now meets a broader range of its clients’ label and packaging needs

Spicers Australia delivers on greener solutions P14-16

Spicers Australia has strengthened its commitment to the development of sustainable products and services, which help its customers and their clients achieve their sustainability goals

Navigating the new frontiers: FPLMA 2024 Technical Conference P18-22

The recent FPLMA 2024 Technical Conference in Melbourne provided two days of education sessions, panel discussions, and networking

Nekkorb Solutions boosts productivity for clients P24-25

Nekkorb Solutions provides relevant solutions for the printing and packaging industry

Labelexpo Americas 2024 ends on a high note P26-33

A total of 450 exhibitors from all over the world showcased the latest and greatest of their innovations at the event

2024 PIDA Award winners announced P34-35

The PIDAs recognised excellence and innovation in packaging

When sustainability becomes good business P36

Orora invests in initiatives to ensure the ‘future-proofing’ of glass packaging

Plastic recycling to sink or swim? P37

Pact Group’s view on how to take Australia’s recycling industry to the next level

Neuromarketing study reveals insight for gin label design P38-40

UPM Raflatac’s Ginnasium project blends science and art, using neuromarketing

A guide to the upcoming events locally and internationally

Action Labels & Nameplates transitions into Label Power

Victoria-based label convertor Action Labels & Nameplates has been rebranded as part of Label Power as of 1 October, bringing together the best of both companies and allowing the combined entity to offer enhanced customer service and support.

The move follows Label Power’s acquisition of Action Labels & Nameplates in 2020, during the peak of COVID. Action Labels & Nameplates was operating under its own brand name even after the acquisition – until now.

Label Power CEO James Malone told ProPack.pro that this was the plan all along for the business.

“Out of respect to the old owners, we didn’t want change Action Labels & Nameplates’ name straight away when it got acquired. Action Labels & Nameplates was founded in 1945 in Melbourne – it’s over 75 years old – so the plan was to first invest money in the business to give it much of the same capabilities that Label Power has before rebranding it,” Malone said.

As part of this investment, Label Power installed an Epson UV inkjet press and a

Jet Technologies launches Jet iQ range in A/NZ

Jet Technologies has launched the new Jet iQ range of finishing solutions for the label and packaging markets.

Designed and built in partnership with Polly Automatics, the collaboration aims to bring together the intellectual property (IP) and expertise of both companies, positioning Jet Technologies to deliver a comprehensive suite of finishing solutions.

Jet Technologies said together with its range of digital presses by Screen GP, the Jet iQ range will provide Australian businesses with access to a fully integrated end-to-end solution, enhancing productivity and innovation in the digital print space.

“Jet Technologies has long been recognised for its leading digital print solutions, but until now, the company has been unable to offer a complete end-to-end process that includes finishing. The partnership with Polly Automatics changes this, allowing Jet Technologies to close the loop and offer a fully integrated solution,” the company said.

“The Jet iQ range covers everything from slitting, rewinding, and inspection to shrink

Mark Andy 2200 into Action Labels & Nameplates’ Melbourne facility in 2020. printIQ software was also installed so that both companies utilise the same cloudbased management workflow system.

“A lot of the machines at Action Labels & Nameplates were old – it had letterpress machines. So, the purchase of the Epson UV inkjet press was very good for the business because it’s UV resistant and durable with inks for durable labels,” Malone said.

“And as for the Mark Andy 2200, it gave Action Labels & Nameplates flexo capabilities in line with Label Power.”

Having both businesses well aligned, Malone added that clients will now get a much more seamless service and the ability to deal with just one business, as well as an

increased range of products and services.

“This merger will also allow businesses with access to a much wider range of label and tag stocks, materials as well as in-house label printing and cutting solutions. Our combined operations from Melbourne and Brisbane will ensure faster production and delivery.

“We are now a national company, so depending on where our clients are, we could dispatch either from Melbourne or from Brisbane. And we have stock of common dispatch labels and things in both locations so it’s quick for us to supply no matter where our clients are.

“The plans for Label Power are to continually grow the business and invest in more machinery. There’s plenty that the industry can expect from us in the near and far future.”

sleeve processing and digital finishing equipment.”

One of the standout innovations of the Jet iQ range is the optional inclusion of the Vesatex Print Bar by Xaar.

When integrated in a finishing solution, it enables clients to add substantial value to their print, utilising the Print Bar to add digital effects such as digital foil and a combination of gloss and high-build varnishes in a single pass. In the past, these were only possible via conventional print techniques.

“The results have been outstanding,” Jet Technologies director Jack Malki said. “To be able to print a high-build varnish of

around 100 microns directly onto uncoated wine stocks is an absolute game changer. No primer, no limitations and outstanding results on a wide range of locally supplied materials. Feedback from printers as well as brand owners has been extremely positive.”

The entire Jet iQ range will be available to A/NZ customers.

“The Australian market has been crying out for a well-supported alternative, and we are thrilled to be able to provide that with the Jet iQ range. Our focus is not just on delivering cutting-edge technology, but also on ensuring that our customers have the support they need to make the most of these innovations,” Malki said.

The newly painted and rebranded façade at the old Action Labels & Nameplates site

The Jet iQ range enables local businesses with access to a fully integrated end-to-end solution

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Orora to sell OPS business to Veritiv for $1.775B

Orora recently entered into a binding agreement to sell its Orora Packaging Solutions (OPS) business to Veritiv Corporation, an investee company of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, for $1.775 billion on a cash and debt-free basis.

Veritiv, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a full-service provider of packaging, jan-san and hygiene products, services and solutions. Additionally, Veritiv provides print and publishing products. Serving customers in a wide range of industries in North America and globally, Veritiv has distribution centres throughout the US and Mexico.

The transaction is subject to customary conditions, including obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals from applicable governmental antitrust authorities. If all the conditions are met, the completion of the sale is expected to occur in late 2024.

The news follows Orora’s financial results announcement for the year ending 30 June 2024, where it revealed that the OPS business reported a loss of revenue by 10.8 per cent to US$1.954 billion (down 8.4 per cent to $2.981 billion on a reported basis) and that it intends to divest the unit.

Orora added that the loss was due to the flowthrough impact of price deflation and lower volumes from continued softness in the broader North American manufacturing industry.

“As announced at the company’s FY24 results, a strategic review of OPS was undertaken with the objective of unlocking

Palmolive reaches sustainability milestone in Australia

Palmolive Australia has recently made the switch to 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles for its ranges in Australia and New Zealand, embracing a circular packaging approach.

This has resulted in a sustainability milestone for the personal care brand, eliminating over 1,900 tonnes of virgin plastic.

Advancing the company’s commitment to a circular plastics economy and setting a clear standard for the industry in the region, the company said this transition underscores its dedication to reducing its environmental footprint and aligns with the Colgate-Palmolive Sustainability Goal to eliminate one-third of new (virgin) plastics and ensure all plastic packaging is recyclable, reusable, or compostable by 2025.

value for shareholders,” Orora said.

“Veritiv’s offer fully values OPS and implies approximately 9.9x FY24A cash EBITDA, a premium to Orora’s trading multiple and relevant comparable transactions. The Transaction is expected to result in net cash proceeds of approximately $1.687 billion after tax, transaction costs and purchase price adjustments.”

Orora also said it intends to bring forward $130 million of capital investment to further expand its Cans capacity in Rocklea, Queensland. The Rocklea expansion, in combination with recent and ongoing projects, is said to increase Cans capacity by more than 30 per cent.

The company added that it intends to distribute surplus proceeds from the transaction to shareholders over time in a tax efficient manner to deliver a balance sheet that is consistent with a global beverage packaging business. More information on this will be provided later.

“Today’s announcement marks a new era for Orora as well as the OPS business as it transitions to Veritiv ownership. Veritiv’s interest in acquiring OPS provided us with an opportunity to realise an attractive valuation for shareholders and accelerate our strategy of becoming a speciality value-added beverage packaging player,” Orora managing director and CEO Brian Lowe said.

“This leaves Orora with a strong balance sheet, allowing the company to grow our beverage packaging business, including further investment in high returning projects such as the expansion of our Rocklea Cans facility in Queensland.

“We are extremely proud of the way the OPS business has grown and the value it has delivered whilst being part of the Orora Group. Veritiv’s offer is an exciting opportunity for the OPS team to join an industry leader in the North American packaging distribution market, with differentiated capabilities.”

Palmolive is accelerating its commitment to a circular plastics economy by increasing the use of recycled materials in its packaging –it said around 15 per cent of its range already contain at least 30 per cent recycled content.

“At Palmolive, our world centres around nature. It’s big, meaningful projects like this

that really let us demonstrate our respect for nature,” Palmolive Australia senior representative Kate Johnson said.

“Implementing this project across our entire range helps us stay true to our brand purpose, and it’s this type of evolution that keeps our brand relevant.”

Orora managing director and CEO Brian Lowe

Palmolive Australia’s range in A/NZ now uses 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles

VMA forms Labels and Packaging Coalition

The Visual Media Association (VMA) has formed the Labels and Packaging Coalition, a new initiative to provide industry technical expertise into government policy, targets and regulations.

The Labels and Packaging Coalition will address industry feedback and offer expert advice drafted policies and potential legislative recommendations at both federal and state levels.

Comprising of members from various sectors of the labels and packaging industry, the coalition welcomes close collaboration with the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), Australian Institute of Packaging, brand owners, and key stakeholders.

Its mission is to provide technical expertise and scientific evidence from independent laboratory results to support the informed implementation of regulations affecting labels and packaging manufacturing in Australia.

Speaking at the recent FPLMA Conference, VMA CEO Kellie Northwood outlined the role industry must play as both educators and technical advisors to government, end-users and each level in between those two.

“The VMA and our members are committed to advancing sustainable labels and packaging solutions. However, some

Pakko acquires Boxes R Us

Pakko has acquired Boxes R Us, formerly known as CraftPak, bringing in its key machinery and database to expand business capabilities.

Boxes R Us’ Kirsty and Scott Buckley have also joined the Pakko team.

Pakko founder Nina Nguyen said Boxes R Us was looking to close its doors, and wanted to ensure that the commitment of Boxes R Us continues within the Pakko family.

“The manufacturing industry in Australia has been undergoing significant transformations in recent years. The rise of digitalisation, economic fluctuations, and market consolidation have pushed many smaller businesses to either merge with larger entities or, unfortunately, close their doors,” she said.

“As a company deeply embedded in the Australian manufacturing sector, Pakko has witnessed these shifts firsthand, and we have committed ourselves to not only adapt to these changes but to thrive and support our industry partners along the way.

“One of the most recent and heartbreaking news in our sector was the closing

recent recommendations, such as the shift from water-based to soy-based inks, may be based on misconceptions that could have unintended negative environmental impacts,” she said.

“Improving recovery rates are terrific; however, we do not want to see repeats of recovered packaging sitting in warehouses with no recycling waste stream solution. We also need to understand the criteria for labels and packaging assessments, as the current

of Boxes R Us, formerly known as CraftPak. This company, led by Kirsty and Scott Buckley, has been a respected name in the industry for years.

“Its sudden closure is a reminder of the challenges that small businesses face in today’s volatile market. The impact of this

assessment tools for labels and packaging design does not always align with science.”

Northwood said industry leaders have lobbied to the VMA to unify the industry position and challenge the misrepresentation across the APCO PREP Tool which prioritises the kerbside recyclability of packaging which includes labels.

The Packaging Recyclability Evaluation Portal (PREP) tool is an online tool that assesses packaging specifications to determine how a piece of packaging will perform in the Australian and New Zealand resource recovery systems.

Currently, Northwood said the industry claims there are errors in the technical advisory across the PREP tool, and that the Labels & Packaging Coalition has committed to providing technical advice across all products, finishes and print manufacturing processes for APCO and the government.

“The generalisation of terms like ‘aqueous’ needs closer scrutiny. It is our responsibility as an industry association to offer precise technical advice to APCO and government departments. Our members have local and global expertise in these areas and it makes sense to include them in the decision-making process – thus the formation of the Labels and Packaging Coalition,” she said.

“Collaborating with APCO, government ministers, and key stakeholders is crucial to ensuring that policies and legislation are accurate and effective. We call on all members and non-members in this sector to join us in this important initiative.”

situation has been felt across the industry, particularly by those of us who have worked closely with them.

“As such, by joining forces, we aim to maintain the high Australian standards that both Pakko and Boxes R Us have been known for. We are excited about the future as we continue to provide top-quality packaging solutions to small, emerging, and growing businesses across Australia.

“This is not just a business acquisition; it is an integration of values, experience, and a shared commitment to delivering excellence in print and packaging.”

Nguyen added that while it is unfortunate to see a valued partner like Boxes R Us close its doors, Pakko is proud to carry forward its dedication and passion.

“Pakko’s commitment to innovation and quality remains unwavering, and we believe that by embracing these changes, we can contribute positively to the industry’s future,” she said.

“Pakko is not just a packaging manufacturer, we are a community of professionals who support each other through thick and thin.

As we move forward, we will continue to adapt, innovate, and lead by example, ensuring that the Australian manufacturing and packaging industry remains strong and vibrant for years to come.”

VMA CEO Kellie Northwood

Pakko founder Nina Nguyen

Detpak launches its new PBS packaging range

South Australian-based packaging solutions company Detpak has launched a range of more than 20 commercially compostable and recyclable PBS-lined cartons, trays, and lunchboxes, aligning with legislation to cut single-use plastics.

PBS – or polybutylene succinate – is a polymer which is made from both renewable plant sources and a fossil fuel-based component.

PBS linings are typically extruded onto material to create a barrier, which makes them ideal to be used for a variety of purposes including cartons, cups and other applications requiring a robust barrier performance.

The new PBS packaging range of more than 20 products is unique as it holds the ability to attain both kerbside recyclability and commercial composting accreditation to both Australian and European standards.

Single Use Problematic Plastics Legislation changes have been enacted in both South Australia and Western Australia to include plastic plates and bowls among other takeaway food packaging, with Detpak’s new PBS range providing alternatives to singleuse items being phased out of circulation.

In anticipation of these legislative changes, Detpak has been working closely with several of its key food service customers, including

Networkpak installs Screen L350UV SAI S

Victoria-based Networkpak, known for its high-quality printed folding cartons, has taken a significant step forward in expanding its service offerings with the install of a Screen L350UV SAI S.

In collaboration with Jet Technologies Australia, Networkpak installed the Screen digital printer, positioning itself to meet a broader range of its clients’ label and packaging needs.

This strategic investment is a bold move by Networkpak as it transitions the company from its traditional focus on folding cartons to include high-quality digital label printing. The new Screen L350UV SAI S press is expected to play a crucial role in this expansion, allowing Networkpak to fulfil the increasing demand for premium labels and packaging solutions.

Networkpak director Paul O’Sullivan said, “As a company with deep roots in printed folded cartons, we have earned the trust of leading Australian brands by consistently delivering top-tier products.

Nando’s, to develop and test PBS packaging over the past 18 months, for compliance in the South Australian and Western Australian market.

Detmold Group general manager of product and brand Keith Bishop said the range provided another option for businesses and consumers conscious of the environment.

“As sustainability becomes not just important, but essential, we’re working to reduce single-use plastics by increasing the number of recyclable and compostable packaging options for the takeaway food service market. The more sustainable choices we provide for businesses and consumers, the easier it will be to change

“The addition of the Screen L350UV SAI S to our lineup is a natural progression for us, enabling us to offer an even wider array of solutions to our clients. We can now meet their label and packaging needs with the same level of quality and reliability they’ve come to expect from our carton work.”

The Screen L350UV SAI S features vibrant colour reproduction, precision, and speed, and is particularly well-suited to the

habits within our wider community.

The more packaging we can re-use, recycle or compost, the more we can help protect the environment,” Bishop said.

The new range will include hot food boxes, pail packs, lunch boxes with windows and food trays, and contains no added PFAS.

Detpak’s PBS cartons are compliant with all Australian state-based plastic legislation. The range is certified to European standards EN 13432 for commercial composting, with certification pending as Industrially Compostable to Australian Standards (AS 4736). It is also recyclable, currently undergoing assessment by the ARL to be able to apply the Australian Kerbside Recyclable Logo (ARL).

demands of label printing. It offers Networkpak the flexibility to produce a wide variety of labels, from simple designs to complex, high-impact graphics, catering to the diverse needs of its clientele across various industries.

Jet Technologies Australia, a key partner in this project, has been instrumental in facilitating the installation and ensuring that Networkpak is fully equipped to leverage the capabilities of the new press.

“Since installation, we have been very impressed with the L350UV SAI S – it has done absolutely everything that we expected and has not skipped a beat. Jet Technologies have been outstanding with their service and support, ensuring that we have made a seamless transition into labels,” O’Sullivan added.

As Networkpak continues to grow, the integration of the Screen L350UV SAI S is expected to significantly boost the company’s production capabilities, reduce lead times, and open up new opportunities for creative packaging solutions.

Jet Technologies sales director David Reece said, “We are delighted to be working with Networkpak. Whilst they may be new in the label space, their team has significant experience in the market and their choice of the L350UV SAI S is a strong endorsement in the brand and our support”.

(l-r) Ruvan Weereratne (Jet Technologies), Sam Catalano (Networkpak), and JeanPierre De Waele (Networkpak)

One of the products from Detpak’s new PBS packaging range

Spicers Australia delivers on greener solutions

Spicers Australia has strengthened its commitment to the development of sustainable products and services, which help its customers and their clients achieve their sustainability goals

Spicers Australia is leading the way when it comes to integrating sustainability and sustainable practices into not only its own company, but also into the businesses of its customers and their clients.

As a leading wholesaler and distributor of commercial print, labelling, signage, and visual display solutions such as packaging, a key sustainability focus for Spicers Australia is to continually improve the supply chains for its operations.

“Our products are sourced with consideration of environmental factors. Measures to improve environmental impact, such as the use of certified forest fibres, alternative renewable energy sources, reducing chemical, energy and water usage and effluent, and manufacturing products that contain recycled content are discussed with key suppliers,” Spicers general manager of products and marketing Ken Booth said.

To spread the sustainability message to its customers and the end clients, Spicers Australia has released its Environs Volume 3 pack, which outlined some consumer insights about sustainable packaging, its 2023 Greenfleet impact summary, its sustainable targets and 2024 goals, and details of the sustainable choices it has on offer.

Environs Volume 3 focuses on its labels and packaging products, while Volume 1 and Volume 2 details Spicers Australia’s wide format products and commercial and digital products respectively.

“We promote sustainable business practices across the organisation, ensuring that we conduct ourselves responsibly and ethically, and are continually looking for opportunities to strengthen the sustainability of our supply chain. We make available the latest environmental and technical information on our products to customers, staff

and stakeholders through training and education,” Booth said.

“The ongoing development of sustainable products and services assist our customers and their clients to achieve their sustainability goals as well as their print and production requirements. By thinking and acting sustainably, we strive to deliver excellent customer service and position the company and industry for a strong future.”

Spicers’ focus on the packaging space was amplified following its acquisition of Direct Paper in 2020. The purchase added new dimensions to Spicers’ offering, with packaging board supply being one of the key reasons it found Direct Paper to be a natural fit.

Since then, the acquisition has supported Spicers’ business position, especially in packaging, and with food services products.

Spicers has gone on to further solidify its packaging portfolio with several acquisitions, the most recent being Signet Packaging, a supplier of packaging, protective papers, marking, and other business supplies.

“We have a strategy out to 2030 and this helps us on that journey. If you look at our history over the last three years, we have added a number of strategic brands. Within packaging, there are several ways we can broaden the portfolio and that will mean more to the customers,” Spicers Group CEO David Martin said.

“There is a high proportion of the Spicers business that is fibre-based – and not just within our local portfolio, but globally. We are a strong supplier of fibre-based products whether it is paper, board or rolls.”

Spicers Australia’s products are sourced from manufacturers and suppliers that are committed to smart and greener practices. It takes a minimalist, less is more approach to packaging design and emphases the simplicity of a product and how it can reduce material usage.

Environs Volume 3 by Spicers is available now

Ninety per cent of Spicers Australia’s featured packaging range is biodegradable and 90 per cent of its featured packaging range is fully kerbside recyclable. In addition, 58 per cent of its featured label range is EcoVadis Platinum rated, sourced from supplier Manter by Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives. Eighty per cent of the company’s print range contains recycled content, while 95 per cent of its print range is FSC and PEFC certified.

Consumer insights

Within Environs Volume 3, Spicers Australia has identified consumer insights in response to sustainable packaging. It said these findings support elements to consider during the design process:

• 74 per cent of Australians think recycling on a regular basis is the most effective thing they can do for the environment, with product packaging being the most common source of recycling information.

• 63 per cent of consumers say they try to buy products packaged with renewable materials.

• In Australia, 72 per cent of paper packaging is recycled. Paper, along with aluminium, is the most recycled material.

• 79 per cent of consumers are looking for products in sustainable packaging, with 82 per cent willing to pay more for sustainable packaging (including lowincome earners).

• While higher prices affected consumer spending to some degree, 70 per cent of consumers chose not to swap sustainably packaged products for alternatives. As sustainable habits have become a normal part of many consumers’ lives and dictate their product choices, they continue to favour these types of goods and services, even during economic struggles.

• 86 per cent of consumers say they check product information before buying to make informed and sustainable choices. The FSC label is the most recognised, rigorous and trusted mark of sustainable forestry. Consumers know they are taking positive action when they choose FSC-certified products.

“By identifying the environmental impacts of a product, businesses can consider ways to reduce these impacts without compromising the product’s quality,” Booth said.

“Sustainable product design considers the environmental impacts of the entire product lifecycle – from conception to disposal. It’s focussed on ensuring that natural resources are only used at the same rate as they can be replenished.

“Sustainable product design means better environmental outcomes and can also reduce operating costs by lowering energy consumption.”

Greenfleet

Another step that Spicers Australia has taken to contribute to a more sustainable future is its partnership with Greenfleet.

All Spicers warehouses, offices, and deliveries are now fully carbon-neutral, thanks to the company’s commitment to sustainability and its partnership with the leading not-for-profit environmental organisation. Since 2022, Spicers has worked closely with Greenfleet to offset the total carbon footprint of its operations, ensuring that every aspect, from footprint to delivery, contributes to a more sustainable future.

It does this by planting native biodiverse forests to capture carbon emissions and help fight the impacts of climate change.

Greenfleet’s remarkable efforts include the revegetation of land in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and New Zealand. The forests it plants will be protected beyond this century and are projected to remove nearly 513,887 tonnes of carbon as they grow. This initiative not only offsets Spicers’ emissions but also contributes to the long-term health and sustainability of the environment.

Greenfleet has restored 493 hectares of koala habitat in 2023, planted more than 550 native Australian forests and planted 10.8 million native trees.

Spicers Australia’s staff also participate in the Greenfleet tree planting days and in total, the company has contributed towards projects that have helped to remove more than 356,700 tonnes of CO2 emissions from the atmosphere – this is equivalent to removing more than 82,000 average cars from Australia’s roads for a whole year.

Spicers’ 2023 Greenfleet impact saw 1,962 tonnes of carbon offset, adding to its current lifetime impact of 4,042 tonnes of carbon offset since it partnered with Greenfleet in 2022.

“By partnering with Greenfleet, we are confident that our climate action provides genuine and lasting environmental benefits,” Martin said.

“We are proud of the impact we have made and that we will continue to make into the future. By offsetting our emissions with Greenfleet, we are taking practical action against climate change to help restore Australia’s forests, recreate crucial habitat for native wildlife and transform degraded land back to its natural state.

Spicers is prioritising sustainability and actively pursuing initiatives to reduce its

The Spicers team has enjoyed seeing firsthand the work that Greenfleet is doing to restore native trees on Kabi Kabi Country

The Spicers QLD team planting trees in the Ringtail Forest in Queensland, which will help absorb carbon, restore biodiversity, and create habitats for local wildlife

The Spicers VIC team planting at the Strzelecki Nature Link, Gippsland

environmental footprint to a more sustainable size.

Eco-friendly products

Spicers Australia provides a wide range of products with strong sustainability and environmental credentials, particularly recycled paper products and alternative fibre products such as cotton, hemp or bamboo.

One of the most recent products from Spicers Australia within its packaging category is Allyking Cream – a coated carton board which has exceptional bulk, strength and printability. It ensures high performance in finishing and on packaging lines.

Made from PEFC-certified virgin fibres, Allyking Cream is ISEGA certified, OBA free and hard sized to resist water. Economically priced and ideal for a wide range of packaging applications, it is recyclable, compostable and biodegradable. It is also FDA approved for direct food contact.

Some applications that Allyking Cream is suitable for include: confectionery and bakery boxes, fragrance packaging, cosmetics packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, posters, swing tags, point-ofsale products and multimedia products.

Another of Spicers Australia’s go-to products is Carta Solida, a versatile packaging board that offers durability and sustainability. It is a fully coated bleached carton board with a smooth finish on the top side and a clean, white surface on the reverse.

Offering outstanding brightness, smoothness and stiffness, Carta Solida is PEFC certified, fully recyclable and home compostable. It is ideal for cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance packaging, delivering on high-end packaging, and is available in digital sheets.

A popular product within its packaging category is Zenith – a two-sided bleach board with a premium coated print surface and light-coated reverse side.

Zenith is ultra smooth, bright white and designed for any high-quality printing and packaging requirements. Economical and without compromising on quality, Zenith is crafted using PEFC certified virgin fibres to hit sustainability targets and is FDA approved. In addition, it is food safe, fully kerbside recyclable, biodegradable and compostable.

Zenith is suitable for a range of applications including graphical print for postcards, business cards, folders, book covers, pointof-sale, swing tags and posters, packaging for fragrance products, cosmetics, toiletries, confectionery and dry goods, and is suitable for all conventional printing methods.

Zenith

Other key products within Spicers Australia’s packaging range include (but not limited to) Eclipse Greyback, Customkote, Kraftpak and RC Kraft.

Within its labels category, Manter Tintoretto Gesso Recycled H+O Ultra has become one of the most popular products.

A 100 per cent pure ECF pulp recycled paper, it is felt-marked on both sides. It has a high opacity (H+O) treatment and is FSC certified.

Displaying a natural and elegant texture, this stock is specially designed for highend bottled products including wine and spirits, cosmetics and health care. It is suitable for flexo, UV, screen, foil and offset

The Spicers Packaging Series is a favourite collectable among specifiers, showcasing the best in innovative and sustainable packaging solutions

Spicers Packaging Series, crafted in collaboration with Contain Design Studio. This collection blends innovative design with functionality, elevating your packaging experience

Some applications that Allyking Cream is suitable for include confectionary and bakery boxes

printing. However, it is not suitable for very small radius applications.

Specially developed for neck labelling and the perfect match to Manter Tintoretto Gesso Recycled is Manter Tintoretto Gesso Neck Label H+O WS. This pure ECF pulp paper includes wet strength treatment and ensures a high opacity in wet conditions. It also is highly durable and is suited to small radius applications.

In addition, it has excellent water resistance with good stability even after immersion in ice and water.

Some other key products within Spicers Australia’s labels range are: Manter Cotone Bianco Ultra, and Verdure Harvest Ultra.

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Navigating the new frontiers: FPLMA 2024 Technical Conference

The recent FPLMA 2024 Technical Conference in Melbourne provided two days of education sessions, panel discussions, and networking

The Flexible Packaging and Label Manufacturers (FPLMA) Association recently held its annual technical forum in Melbourne, with more than 100 delegates in attendance – the highest number of attendees in more than six years.

In his opening address, outgoing FPLMA president Vince Sedunary said this year’s forum examines the emerging trends shaping the future of the flexible packaging and labels industries.

“We were deciding on what we were going to call the forum this year, ‘navigating the new frontiers’ came to the forefront,” Sedunary told attendees.

“There are many new frontiers we are facing as an industry. We are facing technology changes, industry changes, and regulation changes. There are a whole lot of new things happening in our industry.

“I think the number one thing that’s going on is the change in packaging substrates, whether it’s labels, films, papers, coatings or inks,” he said.

“We also have some tight regulations we have to meet with recycling sustainability. Another challenge that remains is bringing new people into the industry – how do we do that? How do we make it interesting? How do we get them into the industry?

“We are still and always will be a very relevant industry, and that was very evident during COVID. We all went through it, globally and at a local level, and the industry survived and moved forward into what we’re calling ‘the new frontiers’. It’s important to look back at history, but to always be moving forward.”

This year, more than 20 industry thought leaders took part in the event’s highly

technical speaker sessions and panel discussions. Topics discussed included sustainability, technology, and legislation.

Keynote speaker, Victorian head of the Australian Industry (AI) Group, Tim Piper, kicked off the forum with an extensive overview of the current state of the Australian market.

Piper told attendees the industry is grappling with three transformational challenges, referred to as the ‘three Ds’: decarbonisation, diversification, and digitalisation.

“Decarbonisation refers to the change of Australia’s economy and society as we transition towards net zero carbon and is impacting just about everything we do. Digitalisation is about changing your business models, and done right, can improve productivity, enable faster

Thomas Barzeele (DuPont) and Brenton King (Hybrid Software)

Vince Sedunary (FPLMA and DIC) and Tony Dalleore (FPLMA and MacDermid)

Zoran Josic (Filton), Tash Brokken (Nekkorb), and Ramee De Silva (Richdale)

Emrah Aydin (DIC), Tony Dalleore (FPLMA and MacDermid), and Yossef Wahib (Amcor)

Roy Vegter (Amcor) and Richard Maarschall (Cerm)

decarbonisation, and support the development of diversified industries. Diversification reflects the need to build a broader economic base for national prosperity,” Piper said.

“The three Ds are what business leaders need to recognise.”

Sandra Dal Maso, head of packaging transformation at APCO, discussed the national packaging targets and how businesses can prepare for the incoming mandates. Dal Maso also provided practical advice on how to choose the best packaging for your product.

“You need to understand the role of your packaging. Understand the packaging value chain, and you need to assess your packaging against the sustainable packaging guidelines,” Dal Maso said.

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Dal Maso added that the role of packaging is multi-faceted.

“[Packaging] is there to contain your product. It’s there for consumer safety. It needs to convey regulatory information and product information. It also needs to be machinable, cost effective, it needs to convey a brand, and it needs to be functional for the product you’re containing,” she mentioned.

According to Dal Maso, there are four key areas to consider when creating a package to meet circularity.

“Firstly, it needs to be designed to protect the product and maximise the recovery and functionality of the product. Secondly, there needs to be clear instructions with what to do with the packaging at the end of its life,” she said.

“Thirdly, it needs to be able to be collected and sorted. And finally, you need an end market to retain the value of the recyclable material.”

“Sustainable packaging design is nuanced. There’s no black and white. Everything is a guideline because it all depends on the package the product that you’re containing, and it depends on your application. Therefore, understand that protecting the product and keeping the consumer safe is the key function of your packaging. Also, understand that future mandates are coming, and you need to keep up with what you can do and what you can change in packaging so that you can meet these future mandates.”

Dal Maso’s presentation was followed by a sustainability panel discussion. Panellists included Louis Nottle, J&P Flexographics;

Craig McCulloch and Sarah Coleman from J&P Flexographics

Demi Samaras (MCC) and Matilda Milligan (Brandpack)

Rowan Forster and Kellie Northwood from VMA

Elizabeth Jones (MacDermid), Demi Samaras (MCC), and Toby Cook (MCC)

Roman Dresler (Soma) Andreas Sommer (TCL Hofmann), and Roy Vegter (Amcor)

Ramee De Silva (Richdale), Brad Rhodes (Wing Plastics), and Ryan Macrow (Wing Plastics)

Tash Brokken (Nekkorb), Scott Igbo (DuPont), and Tham Zee Cheng (MPS)

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Stephanie Too, general manager –innovation and sustainability, PPG; Thai Q Nguyen, technical manager, RollsPack; as well international guests Sante Conselvan, president of European FTA, and Garrett Taylor, sales director, Soma US.

Panellists shared how their businesses are responding to sustainability opportunities and challenges.

“A lot of the time customers come to us with problems to solve, they don’t have a solution in mind,” said Stephanie Thoo, general manager of innovation and sustainability at PPG.

“There’s lot of jargon and greenwashing in the market. Therefore, what customers are asking us for is clarity. It’s now our job to try to help them figure out the best sustainable option for them, and the implications and environmental impacts that you have to

consider when choosing one application over another. For example, if you pick one sustainable solution, it might be more recyclable, but does it have a negative implication on carbon footprint? These are the types of conversations that we have been having with customers over the last six months,” she said.

Other day one speakers included Trevor Barr, Wilmar; Michael Kingsbury, ULLU; Trevor Crawley, Flint Group Digital; Pieter Mulder, X-rite; Scott Thompson, Esko; Alex Frenk, Windmoeller & Hoelscher; and Ricardo Camatta, Uteco.

Day two began with a presentation by Visual Media Association (VMA) CEO Kellie Northwood on the future of the packaging industry.

“We need to more collective and collaborative, not only in our uniting of the

industry but how we work with customers and brand owners,” Northwood said.

During her presentation, Northwood announced the formation of the Labels and Packaging Coalition, a new initiative to provide print industry technical expertise to inform government policy, targets, and regulations.

Another highlight of the conference for delegates was a joint presentation by FPLMA 2019 and 2021 Apprentice of the Year winners Demi Samaras from MCC and Matilda Milligan from BrandPack respectively, who shared learnings and insights from their trip to the US as part of their prize.

Other presenters included John Watters, AuSIP; Charles Watson, VMA; Yvonne Hackett, Visy; Wolf Viergever, Starward (New Whisky Distillery Company); David Robins, DIC Asia Pacific, Brenton King, Hybrid Software; Richard Smith, Amcor; and Dave O’Reilly, Maxcess.

Celebrating excellence

The technical conference concluded with the FPLMA’s annual Awards Dinner, with more than 350 guests in attendance.

The FPLMA Print Awards represent a centre of excellence for the packaging industry in Australia. The awards highlight what can be achieved by dedicated and passionate people who take pride in their work, striving to achieve the highest print quality using a wide range of technologies.

“It’s important as an industry that we get together and congratulate each other, and more importantly, enjoy each other’s company,” outgoing FPLMA president, Vince Sedunary told guests.

Jon Murray from the Currie Group was awarded the 2024 FPLMA Merit Award, while RollsPack’s Phillip Rolls received the FPLMA’s Chairman’s Award.

Craig McCulloch from J&P Flexographics was announced the 2024 recipient of the prestigious FPLMA Hall of Fame Award.

The 2024 Apprentice of the Year was awarded to Nicholas Smith from Park Douglas Printing. The Apprentice of the Year is targeted at final-year college apprentices nominated by their tutors. Candidates must demonstrate they are competent to the standard they have been trained to, with high academic levels and a keen interest in printing processes.

As the 2024 winner, Smith will receive a trip to the US, including airfares and accommodation, attending the FFTA Forum and Print Awards on behalf of FPLMA while there.

Koki Noritake (Nortitake Kougado), Sante Conselvan (European FTA), and Tony Dalleore (MacDermid and FPLMA)

Kevin Flippence (FPLMA) and Ian Martin (Ferag)

Brenton King (Hybrid Software), Trevor Crowley (Xeikon), and Chris Bodger (Aldus Graphics)

Bryon Liang, Yvonne Hackett, and Sonia Zdravkovska from Visy

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2024 FPLMA Award Winners

The FPLMA Print Awards recognised excellence in the packaging industry and showcased the outstanding work of several companies and individuals

The recent FPLMA Print Awards celebrated creativity, innovation, and technical skills. FPLMA Print Awards were given in a wide range of categories, including flexo, gravure, labels, and digital.

The 2024 Awards winners are:

Best in Show – Amcor

Best in Show (Offset Litho: Line Work)

– MultiColor Corporation

Best in Show (Offset Litho: Wine and Spirits)

– James Print

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• Gold – Ultra Labels – Flexo – Labels Line and Tone – Repro: Independent Design and Graphics

• Gold – Fantastic Labels – Flexo – Labels Line and Process – Repro: Kirks

• Gold – James Print – Offset Folding Cartons Colour Process – Repro: James Print

• Gold – MultiColor Corporation – Offset – Labels Wine and Spirits – Repro: MultiColor Corporation

• Gold – Ultra Labels – Digital (All labels except wine and sprits) – Repro: Ultra Labels

• Gold – Ultra Labels – Digital

– Labels Wine and Spirits – Repro: Ultra Labels

• Gold – Ultra Labels – Digital

– All digital printed labels – Repro: Ultra Labels

• Gold – Label Avenue – Combination Labels

– Colour Process – Repro: Label Avenue

• Gold – Label Avenue – Combination Labels

– Wine and Spirits – Repro: Label Avenue

• Gold – RollsPack – Flexo Narrow Web

– Surface Print Paper – Repro: Kirks

• Gold – RollsPack – Flexo Wide Web

- Surface Print Film – Repro: Kirks

• Gold – RollsPack – Flexo Wide Web

– Reverse Print Film – Repro: Brandpack

• Gold – RollsPack – Gravure Wide Web

– Flexbile Packaging – Repro: RollsPack

• Gold – CCP Newcastle – Flexo Post Print

– Corrugated – Repro: Kirks

Innovation Award – Peacock Bros

Innovation Award – RollsPack

Best in Show – Labels – MultiColor Corporation – Repro: MultiColor Corporation

Best in Show – Digital – Ultra Labels – Repro: Ultra Labels

Best in Show – Flexo – RollsPack – Repro: BrandPack

Best in Show Asia Pacific – MultiFlex PolyBags India – Repro: Veepee Graphics India

(l-r) Vince Sedunary (FPLMA) and Craig McCulloch (J&P Flexographics)

FPLMA Apprentice of the Year finalists

(l-r) Matilda Milligan (Brandpack), Demi Samaras (MCC), Nicholas Smith (Park Douglas Printing), and Yossef Wahib (Amcor)

(l-r) Vince Sedunary (FPLMA) and Jon Murray (Currie Group)

(l-r) Vince Sedunary (FPLMA) and Phillip Rolls (RollPack)

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Acombination of RGP’s IntelliLoop system, which automates pressside colour setups and X-Rite’s IntelliTrax, a fully automatic scanning system, can reduce ink and paper costs on all print runs, said Nekkorb Solutions managing director Frank Brokken.

He pointed to the experience of awardwinning commercial print company Printwell. Based in Michigan, US, Printwell runs several of the IntelliLoop systems retrofitted to its Heidelberg presses. These systems adjust and maintain colour accuracy throughout the print process, quickly and easily.

RGP engineers and manufactures its colour console and closed-loop system as a straightforward, uncomplicated retrofit to most makes of offset printing machines, enabling them to achieve higher print standards, greater print consistency and increased profitability than in the past. The RGP colour console allows quick and easy adjustments. It ties into X-Rite and

Pantone systems and maintains colour accuracy throughout the printing process.

User friendly and engineered to reduce time, labour, paper and ink costs, it assists with colour management and improves colour accuracy, making it an excellent companion for every printer and print job.

In addition, IntelliLoop handles both standard press runs and the more sophisticated, high gamut presswork that requires light cyan and light magenta inks. The system easily manages spot colours, including metallic and white inks.

Printwell’s 15,000 square metre shop houses three Heidelberg full-web, six-colour heatset (with ribbon deck) presses; one Heidelberg Harris M-110, six-colour heatset web press; a six-unit Heidelberg non-heatset web press; as well as two, Heidelberg sheet-fed presses and digital equipment.

Because of the time, ink and paper required for web press colour setups, Printwell has tended to forego short print runs in the past. However, with the RGP and X-Rite retrofit solution, Printwell has reversed its short-run print strategy.

Printwell president Paul Borg said, “To be profitable with short run work on web presses, Printwell has to get colour right the first time, every time.

“The job control, colour accuracy and colour consistency using the Rutherford and X-Rite process is simple. Make a scan, feed the data to the press, and get consistent results. We enjoy not having to make constant press checks and the subsequent paper cost savings. It is fast and it is accurate. We’re happy, and, even better, our customers are happy. Our job opportunities have increased exponentially, especially in the once difficult short-run area. Rutherford Graphic Products and X-Rite has helped get us to this point.”

Brokken added, “Please contact us at Nekkorb Solutions to discuss how these advancements can help your business improve its profitability.”

Frank Brokken (Nekkorb Solutions)

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New Zealand label and packaging manufacturers can now add Bar Graphics solutions to their armoury

Available from Nekkorb Solutions, Bar Graphics designs and manufactures a wide range of finishing solutions for the label and packaging sector. Nekkorb Solutions commercial manager Tash Brokken said, “With these solutions, you can enjoy highspec features commonly found on more expensive machines”

Their advantages include:

BGM Elite 410/450 iSR Label Inspection Slitter Rewinder

Boasting automatic unwind braking with an adjustable roll end stop, as well as reversible rewind and machine diagnostics, this machine lives up to its reputation as the most cost-effective, compact, robust and free-standing Label Inspection Slitter Rewinder on the market.

With running speeds of up to 300m/m, and requiring just a 230v/13amp supply, this is a highly efficient machine. Roll end wastage is as little as 1.2m. A colour HMI touch screen allows the operator to setup the machine quickly and efficiently. Plus, no operator intervention is needed with the automatic unwind and rewind tension control system once set, thus maximising productivity.

BGM Elite eDSRt Die Cut Slitter SemiAutomatic Turret Rewinder

With speeds of up to 250m/m, this is the fastest, free-standing, semi-automatic turret die-cutting machine on the market.

For loading, the weight of the die is supported by a bottom guide rail, meaning the operator can quickly and effortlessly load dies into the machine. This feature vastly improves operator setup and handling times, and it helps to reduce damage caused by incorrect loading (a common problem in conventional die stations).

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Labelexpo Americas 2024 in Chicago ends on a high note

A total of 450 exhibitors spread across five halls showcased the latest and greatest of their innovations at the event, which took place in September

The recent Labelexpo Americas in Chicago was the place to be for all things labels and packaging. A total of 450 exhibitors took part at the event, with a key focus on flexible packaging and automation.

Many exhibitors took the opportunity to show off their latest and greatest machines, with organisers saying this year’s event had more technologies and live demonstrations than any previous show. These machines included new, wider flexo presses, conventional and hybrid technology as well as a range of digital label and package printing equipment.

Labelexpo Americas group director Tasha Ventimiglia said, “From networking to discovering new products, solutions and technologies in RFID, flexible packaging and automation, as well as a host of educational content, Labelexpo Americas 2024 presented a perfect

opportunity for the industry to come together all under one roof to see the latest innovations that are shaping the future of this dynamic industry”.

Here are some of the many technologies that made their way to the show:

A B Graphic International (ABG)

ABG took to Labelexpo Americas to demonstrate its NSU Lite technology. NSU Lite is a new addition to its non-stop winding range. This new system was demonstrated in-line with ABG’s 4th generation converter platform and the recently launched Vectra AutoSet Turret Rewinder, displaying seamless integration and non-stop capabilities.

Non-stop production is achieved by automatically butt splicing the leading roll edge of a new roll to the trailing end of the current, running roll without any drop

in process speed. The machine is highly efficient and ensures as little roll material is wasted as possible during this process.

Thousands of labels and packaging professionals converged in Chicago for this year’s Labelexpo Americas event

Mark Hyde (ABG)

Additionally, ABG presented its flagship Digicon Series 3, including the ABG Connect workflow system. This system exemplifies ABG’s commitment to automation and streamlined processes, allowing users to experience significant improvements in operational efficiency.

Providing a comprehensive overview of ABG’s extensive product range, live demonstrations of several key solutions were also available. These include SRIs, a DigiLite, DigiLase and Shrink Sleeve solutions, each designed to address specific industry challenges and enhance production capabilities.

The SRI 3 was on display and Ralph Wirtz from ABG discussed the technology with ProPack.pro.

“The SRI 3 is a slitter/rewinder and this machine has been upgraded with some nice modules like die cutting and inkjet printing. It prints beautiful labels and delivers on wasteless print,” he said.

Currie Group is the technology partner of ABG in the supply of digital finishing solutions to the A/NZ label and packaging market.

Scan the code to see Mark Hyde from ABG demonstrating the NSU technology

BOBST

BOBST set up shop at Labelexpo for visitors to experience live demonstrations of its Digital Master 340.

The Digital Master 340 showed BOBST’s all-in-one label production concept with printing, finishing, die-cutting and quality control in a single pass. As every machine in the Digital Master series, it features ACCUCHECK – BOBST’s proprietary inline inspection and calibration system.

It also comes with full digital automation on all print and finishing modules, controlled via a single user-friendly

interface that offers cloud-connectivity to BOBST Connect and third-party MIS integration.

Visitors also were educated about the new BOBST Connect and pre-press features. Combined with an extensive network of industry partners, it allows label converters to accelerate job preparation, with faster job completion, less dependent on operator skills, and with a more connected production floor.

At the event, Patrick Graber from BOBST said, “BOBST Connect connects end-toend production floors from brand owners to the end customer. This is part of the implementation of our industry vision, where we gather data from every single step of the process of the complete production line, which helps to improve, automate and optimise your production in future.”

BOBST’s label solutions are intended to address three major pain points: ease of use, workflow integration and colour consistency across all technologies. In this regard, BOBST experts also discussed oneECG (Extended Color Gamut) printing technology for inline flexo presses.

Scan the code to see Patrick Graber from BOBST discussing the Digital Master 340

Canon showcased its first water-based inkjet label press, the LabelStream LS2000. Based on innovative Canon technologies and designed for industrial-scale label printing, the LabelStream LS2000 was announced in October 2023.

The five-colour inkjet digital label press prints CMYK plus white on self-adhesive substrates, with a new ink set designed to comply with food safety standards.

It also prints on a variety of media types such as coated and uncoated paper, and synthetic PVE, PET and PPE.

The machine was designed to serve the surging demand for digital, high-quality label converting, and implements many newly developed Canon technologies, such as high-density aqueous ink, printhead, advanced fixing system and a variety of automation features designed to support efficient production.

“It is ideal for any type of labels for your specific needs,” Canon USA’s Jason Koyama said at the event.

Visitors to Canon’s booth at the tradeshow also saw live label production on paper and film media on the LabelStream LS2000.

Other highlights from the Canon booth included:

• The LX-P5510, LX-D5500, and LX-P1300 dye and pigment-based inkjet desktop printers to meet the needs of on demand in-house printed labels

• The Colorado M-series roll-fed printer, the modular 64-inch roll-to-roll printer with optional UVgel white ink

Scan the code to see Jason Koyama from Canon introducing the LabelStream LS2000

CERM

At Labelexpo Americas, CERM introduced its AI-support chatbot and had a lot of interest for its AI-based planning optimiser, CERM Scheduling Optimizer.

The cloud-based AI solution aims to transform the landscape of job scheduling in the labels and packaging printing industry. The technology is based on constraint optimisation and is tailored to a user’s unique production processes and printing methods.

The CERM MIS Software serves as the gateway to this innovation. It pushes

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Dan Lacey (Canon US) with the Labelstream LS2000

Patrick Graber (BOBST)

a dataset of all orders that are ready for production into the Scheduling Optimizer application. Using a set of customisable parameters, the AI-scheduling cloud application processes this data, returning an optimised schedule to the user’s CERM MIS.

One of the standout features of the CERM Scheduling Optimizer is its ability to prevent production bottlenecks. The AI-technology prioritises in-timeproduction and delivery, allowing scheduling operators to focus on efficiency parameters and to concentrate on the most critical aspect of production: costeffectiveness and profitability.

When comparing manual scheduling to AI-scheduling, the CERM MIS planning report reveals a slight edge in timely scheduled jobs. However, the real benefits of AI scheduling are more profound and less immediately visible.

The CERM AI-Scheduling Optimizer completes the scheduling of a user’s entire order list in about an hour, according to the company. CERM said it meticulously adheres to all predefined parameters, achieving a level of precision and consistency unattainable by human schedulers.

Scan the code to see CERM’s Jan Heyse discussing AI innovations

Durst

Durst showcased a captivating lineup of its products, including the new hybrid KJet. Making its American debut at the snow, the KJet is an end-to-end solution that combines OMET’s dual servo flexo printing units with Durst’s RSCi inkjet technology.

Modules for finishing and further processing (such as cold foil stamping or die-cutting units) can be integrated into the KJet, offering flexibility and an enormously broad application portfolio. In addition, the configuration of the KJet can be tailored to the specific requirements of each customer.

The launch of the KJet follows an announcement at Labelexpo in Brussels extending the hybrid development partnership between the two organisations beyond the XJet platform.

Durst labels and flexible packaging head of product management Martin Leitner was at Labelexpo Americas talking about the features of the machine.

“The KJet is a digital labels production machine that showcases the power of the Durst RSCi inkjet technology. It is available in a 420mm-wide configuration, as well as

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Yoav Lotan (HP) and Mark Daws (Currie Group) celebrate the sale of the HP Indigo 200K Digital Press to Ultra Labels in Australia

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Becky McConnell, Matt Ashman and Sydnie Shepland (Durst) at Labelexpo Americas

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a 510mm-wide configuration, and can hold up to nine colours in digital – CMYK, orange, violet, green, and double white,” Leitner said.

Durst also had on display the Durst Tau RSCi. Designed for an industrial level of productivity, this printer offers high quality in an economical way. Available in printing widths of 330, 420 or 510mm, the printer is a productivity workhorse with printing speeds up to 100m/min.

The printer can be equipped with the double white feature, increasing productivity when printing with white ink at highest opacity to 80m/min.

Durst Software & Solutions rounded out the lineup. The software ecosystem ranges from web shops and online graphics editors to comprehensive workflow and analytics solutions, and ERP/MIS systems, all to help improve and simplify business.

“All strategic Esko applications – from ArtPro+, ArtiosCAD, and the award-winning Phoenix through to Cape Pack and Automation Engine – connect to the new platform, giving all stakeholders in the value chain 24/7 real-time access to live data and identical resources, wherever in the world they reside. Moreover, Esko S2 is an open platform supporting connectivity with partners.”

Existing customers will be able to seamlessly integrate their Esko on-premise applications with the S2 platform, for a new way of working.

As well as introducing its newest software platform, Esko also demonstrated its latest hardware innovations – its AVT varnish inspection solutions.

The new Varnish Inspection Module for the Esko AVT Helios system facilitates viewing and inspection of varnish and coating on various printed substrates simultaneously with print inspection. This unique and patented Varnish Inspection Module detects issues such as varnish misregister, partial and full starvation simultaneously with the existing print defect detection.

As an add-on to the Helios system, the Varnish Inspection Module enables the concurrent review and monitoring of varnish and coating on multiple printed materials, enabling labels converters to achieve maximum output while reducing waste in their print production process.

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Gallus/Heidelberg

Gallus, a subsidiary of Heidelberg, is aiming to transform the narrow-web print landscape with its latest research – Gallus MatteJet technology.

Announced at Labelexpo Americas 2024, the company said the innovation represents an important advancement in inkjet printing, unlocking a premium matte finish previously unachievable with digital inkjet, bringing the possibilities of inkjet technology to the wine label market for the very first time.

Exemplifying Heidelberg’s position as a total solution provider for all modern printing processes – offering the entire spectrum from toner to inkjet, offset printing to flexo and all controlled from a common Prinect workflow – MatteJet was developed in-house at Gallus’ innovation hub in St. Gallen, the Gallus Experience Center.

At Labelexpo Americas 2024, Gallus exhibited alongside Heidelberg, where it explained how this innovation addresses one of the key challenges that has historically restricted the growth of digital inkjet technology.

Importantly, visitors at the show also learnt how MatteJet transforms the market segment for wine and spirit labels and provided converters with the key to a profitable new area of business growth.

Visitors that attended Labelexpo Americas this year discovered the latest innovations in the Esko ecosystem that are helping brands and label converters to accelerate go-to-market of goods. These advancements include cloud technology, sophisticated estimating software, and inline inspection hardware.

“Representing a significant advancement in software architecture, the new Esko S2 platform is a multi-tenant cloud-native platform that delivers on a new technological reality based on cloud computing, data sharing, and artificial intelligence,” Esko director of marketing, industry relations and strategy Jan De Roeck said.

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Martin Leitner, Matt Ashman and Graham Blackall (Durst) with the KJet

Jan de Roeck (Esko)

The glossy finish inherent to digital inkjet technology has been one of the foremost barriers to its widespread adoption across labels and packaging – specifically in premium segments such as wine and spirit labels where brands traditionally expect a sophisticated matte finish.

Until today, this was only achievable through conventional printing, or the addition of post-processing equipment to utilise matt varnishes, adding time, complexity and cost.

Now, Gallus MatteJet technology delivers fast, cost-effective, and high-quality matte finishing capabilities, integrated directly into the digital inkjet process.

This will allow converters to achieve a high-end matte finish at the touch of a button, without changing inks or adding overprint varnish, eliminating the need for external finishing processes or separate conventional machines.

MatteJet will also enable more converters and brands to enjoy the benefits of digital printing, such as more profitable short runs, personalisation, and on-demand printing.

Designed to integrate with Gallus’ Digital Printing Unit, the new MatteJet technology also represents further expansion of Gallus’ System to Compose concept. Under the System to Compose, converters can add, adjust and remove units to their Gallus One as their business needs evolve – now further expanded to comprise workflow and service options as well as equipment.

The latest iteration of the Gallus One also made its global tradeshow debut at this Labelexpo, in the newly expanded 430mm web width.

Visitors to the stand saw first-hand the possibilities achievable with its recently extended colour gamut, with the integration of orange and violet Saphira inks developed jointly in-house with Heidelberg.

Existing equipment can be effortlessly retrofitted or modified, and entirely new configurations can be customised by integrating all proven Gallus Labelmaster modules, up- and downstream, allowing print service providers to “compose your print masterpiece” with the Gallus One.

The Gallus one facilitates not just gamechanging levels of adaptability, but market-leading levels of speed and quality – boosting profitability, by design.

The fully hybrid solution also has the capability to not only print in four colours but also in orange and violet with the gamut extended.

“This hybrid solution allows us to combine our system to compose directly with all the

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configurations. At the front of the system, we can add some flexo printing units from the Labelmaster. Downstream we can add other functionalities like embellishing and die-cutting,” Heidelberg head of sales Thomas Schweizer said.

“What’s also new is that with regular inkjet, labels are glossy. But now, we have new technology that allows matt labels to be printed. With just a push of a button, we can change the behaviour of the ink from glossy to matt. This is totally revolutionary.”

Global Graphics Software/ Hybrid Software

Global Graphics Software, a Hybrid Software company, has integrated its SmartDFE solution into more OEMs’ digital presses, naming Mark Andy and Dantex as its latest partners at Labelexpo Americas.

Hybrid Software has expanded its partnership with Mark Andy to integrate SmartDFE into the Mark Andy Digital Series HD press.

In addition, it has announced a strategic partnership with Dantex Group to integrate SmartDFE into Dantex’s Pico range of digital UV inkjet printers.

Hybrid Software CEO Mike Rottenborn said, “Here at Labelexpo Americas, we finally have closed the loop between our offering for OEMs – companies who make digital presses – and print providers –companies who buy them to print labels and packaging.

“The same products we use for professional pre-press tools are also integrated in front of many other digital front ends. We’ve made two major announcements at the show – our SmartDFE driving the Mark Andy Digital Series HD Press as well as the Dantex Pico range.”

SmartDFE is a full software stack for highspeed, single-pass, label and packaging inkjet presses. It includes everything from job creation and pre-press workflow through to printhead drive electronics. SmartDFE includes print intelligence, giving users quality and secure connectivity to power Industry 4.0 scenarios.

Mark Andy said the Digital Series HD already offers high-definition digital printing with the capability to handle complex and variable data jobs.

It added that the Mark Andy Digital Series HD has one of the most robust and durable

profiles in the hybrid inkjet printing space. Adding on SmartDFE to its digital front-end solution has enabled it with a toolkit that delivers complete workflow automation.

As for the Dantex Pico range, it offers highly productive, affordable label printing for short- to long-runs, no minimum run quantity, minimal waste, fast turnarounds and makes label production fast and easy.

PicoJet models are available as either reelto-reel or as a true hybrid press with inline finishing capabilities – modular station options include: flexo, die cut, cold foil, lamination, edge trim, back scoring and rotary or shear slitting. SmartDFE integration adds to a user-friendly experience.

Scan the code to see Hybrid Software’s Mike Rottenborn speaking at Labelexpo Americas

Currie Group sold its first HP Indigo 200K digital press in A/NZ to existing partner Ultra Labels & Flexpack in Brisbane.

The deal was made at Labelexpo Americas, where Currie Group A/NZ labels and packaging director Mark Daws made the announcement.

“I am absolutely thrilled to announce that we sold the very first HP Indigo 200K digital press in A/NZ to our dear friends and partners at Ultra Labels & Flexpack in Brisbane,” Mark Daws said.

“This press is the next iteration of a number of machines that they have – Series 3, Series 4 and this is the Series 5. It is very well suited to digital labels and flexible packaging – primarily flexible packaging which we see as a big growth opportunity.

“We are very excited to see how this cutting-edge technology will grow their production capabilities, delivering

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Mike Rottenborn (Hybrid Software)

unmatched quality and efficiency for labels and flexible packaging.

“Congratulations to Ross Fursey, Johnny Marusic, and the whole team at Ultra. We are proud to partner with you on your continued journey in digital labels and flexible packaging.”

Ultra Labels & Flexpack also owns eight HP S3 presses, a Series 4 press, and now the Series 5 press, all purchased from Currie Group.

At the show, HP exhibited the HP Indigo 200K Digital Press with an add-on slitter and the HP Indigo 6K Digital Press. This comprehensive portfolio, along with the HP Indigo V12 Digital Press, aims to offer customers a wide range of options, leading to above market growth of HP Indigo users. HP Indigo digital press fleet is part of an E2E approach including the Digital Pouch Factory, ABG Non-stop Winding and converting. The HP PrintOS software suite helps converters automate the entire production line and produce higher volumes thanks to its complete ecosystem across leading industry players.

In addition, adjoining stations such as PrintOS Spot Master showed how to reach spot colours within minutes and streamline the print process, or automated workflow solutions to demonstrate how Intelligent Automation can address key customer challenges such as labour shortages, waste reduction, mass customisation, and on-demand production.

facilitating rapid changes for standup pouches using Charter MDO PE Mono Material.

Karlville is available in A/NZ from Currie Group.

Kurz

Kurz presented the latest development from its subsidiary Steinemann DPE, the DM-Uniliner 3D, at Labelexpo Americas,

The DM-Uniliner 3D is a modular, standalone digital printing system for finishing labels with impressive 3D effects. The digital printing system for narrow web label printing enables almost flat as well as raised coating and metallisation effects.

With the machine, unusual design ideas for small to medium-sized product series and special editions in the narrow web sector can be implemented digitally and cost-effectively. At the heart of the system is Steinemann DPE’s inkjet technology with UV varnishing, combined with Kurz Digital Metal finishing technology.

functional protection over the digital metallisation, or simply as a design element.

Depending on the substrate and design, 3D print jobs can be finished at up to 100 m/min on the machine, with roll diameters of up to 800mm enabling time-optimised work without roll changes.

The industrial design with intuitive and easy-to-use operation provides fast job changes, and the system also impresses with its low varnish consumption, very short setup times and low maintenance requirements.

Karlville Converting and Karlville Swiss came together to display their post-print flexible packaging machinery for pouch production, lamination, and slitting, in collaboration with HP Indigo.

Karlville had on display its compact pouch machine, the KS-SUP-400-D, which is made for short- to medium-runs and caters to digital and conventional printing. Some of its features include offering minimal waste, low power consumption, as well as low maintenance costs and quick setup.

Karlville also had on show its Converting Compact Thermal Laminator, designed for surface print applications. It utilises a Protect-all MET PET in conjunction with Nobelus Soft Touch thermal laminate.

In addition, the Karlville Swiss Compact D Model pouch machine was on display,

Up to six different metallisation rolls can be processed in parallel on the DM-Uniliner 3D. The digital varnishing can be used as

Mark Andy

With a strong presence and focus on helping its customers perform and scale, Mark Andy exhibited five of its latest technologies as well as additional cuttingedge systems and products, highlighting the company’s commitment to driving progress in the narrow web industry.

Mark Andy CEO Duane Pekar said, “Our commitment to advancing print technology is exemplified by our ongoing partnerships with Domino and Konica Minolta, and our continued development of best-in-class products”.

Mark Andy’s exhibits included the:

Digital Pro MAX: An advanced digital press designed for versatility and high-quality output in single-pass label production showcasing the collaboration between Mark Andy and Konica Minolta. Like all Mark Andy digital presses, the Pro MAX featured the company’s proprietary semi-rotary die-cutting technology, a highlight of a true hybrid solution for toner-based applications.

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Scan the code to see Currie Group’s Mark Daws demonstrating the new in-line slitting module for the HP Indigo 200K

Scan the code to see Kurz’s Michael Aumann discussing the DM-Uniliner 3D machine

Steve Sheppard from PrintLounge in Auckland with Ed Wiegand (JetFx) and Mark Daws (Currie Group)

Michael Aumann (Kurz) with the DM-Uniliner 3D

Digital Series HD: Offering high-definition digital printing with the capability to handle complex and variable data jobs, the Mark Andy Digital Series HD has one of the most robust and durable profiles in the hybrid inkjet printing space. The press debuted the company’s next-generation digital front-end solution, a toolkit that delivers complete workflow automation.

P Series S9: Also making its debut at Labelexpo was the P Series S9, engineered for both label and flexible packaging markets. This new press features flexo sleeve technology and boasts high reliability, aiming to deliver cost-effective, high-quality performance in 22-inch and 26-inch web widths.

A Mark Andy Pro Series press highlighted its continued collaborative partnership with Domino. The Pro Series is fully servo-driven and will integrate Domino’s K600i and K300 high-speed monochrome variable data printing solutions, reinforcing the versatility and performance of Mark Andy’s flexo portfolio.

iQ-R on 2200 Platform: Featuring the DOMINO iQ-R digital engine mounted on the Mark Andy 2200 flexo press. This collaboration between Mark Andy and Domino showcases the synergy of integrating an affordable, fully digital solution into Mark Andy’s trademark flexo technology.

OMET

OMET enhanced its presence at Labelexpo Americas by providing a free shuttle to its new Americas Innovation Center, which housed the OMET KFlex, a 17-inch flexo printing platform.

Boasting an innovative design and advanced technology, the KFlex, which is also available in a 20-inch model, introduces a different approach to flexographic printing, making it one of the most flexible and user-friendly machines in the industry. It features the SWITCH System, allowing for rapid response to production needs and process optimisation across the entire line. Alongside its advanced performance and printing quality, the KFlex ensures maximum productivity and versatility.

During demonstrations at the Innovation Center, the KFlex was equipped with an in-line RFID antenna insertion system provided by Tamarack, an industry leader in RFID equipment solutions, addressing the growing demand for RFID solutions in the market. Additionally, the machine was equipped with a full UV LED system, reducing energy consumption by over 60 per cent, promoting environmental sustainability. At the OMET booth, the XFlex X7 26-inch printing module for flexible packaging was displayed.

This machine combines the best features of XFlex X6.0 and VaryFlex V2, offering various printing combinations and special effects for high-value end products. OMET said the XFlex X7 is ideal for flexible packaging and shrink labels, thanks to the advanced XFlex flexo unit technology, motorised printing pressures, and Multivision camera on each printing unit with On-the-Fly registration.

OMET is available in A/NZ from Currie Group.

Screen

In the label printing market, where digital printing machines have become more widespread, solutions are required not only for improved quality, operability, and productivity, but also for higher compatibility with various substrates and additional value.

As such, Screen showcased the Truepress Label 350UV SAI S, an inkjet label press with a digital primer unit that applies a primer to enhance adhesion between the substrate and the ink only on the area where the ink is applied.

The primer unit operates automatically, generating a primer layer based on print data. This automation enhances the ease of use in digital printing. The primer itself can be nearly transparent and used decoratively like varnish, adding value to printed materials. This development broadens the range of materials and applications for digital printing, increases efficiency, reduces waste, and lowers power consumption, thus improving the system’s environmental impact.

With this advancement, the L350UV SAI S allows users to tap into new markets that were previously challenging for inkjet technology.

In addition, Screen displayed its Truepress PAC 520P, a digital inkjet press for paper packaging, and the Truepress PAC 830F, a digital inkjet press for flexible packaging, at the tradeshow.

The Truepress PAC 520P is a high-quality, productive digital press capable of printing on paper-packaging substrates. It is equipped with water-based inks that comply with the regulations required for food packaging.

The Truepress PAC 830F prints on flexible packaging substrates such as PET and OPP with five colours: CMYK+W. The press reaches a speed up to 75 metres per minute and produces a resolution of 1200dpi by 1200dpi.

Jet Technologies is the local partner of Screen in A/NZ.

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HP and Currie Group celebrate the first sale of the HP Indigo 200K Digital Press at Labelexpo Americas

Dean Kenan (Screen)

2024 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards winners announced

The recent PIDAs recognised excellence and innovation in packaging, particularly in relation to sustainability and environmental credentials

Winners for the 2024 round of the annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDAs) have been announced at a recent gala awards evening in Sydney.

Coordinated by the AIP, the PIDAs are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field across Australia and New Zealand.

The winners are as follows:

2024 Food Packaging Design

• Gold winner – koor (Jean-Francois Roiron)

• Silver winner – Amorette Premium Mandarins Paper Bag (Costa Group + The Packaging Hippie)

• Bronze winner – Masterfoods Squeezy PET Sauce bottles (Wellman Packaging + Mars Food)

• Bronze winner – Deli Cuts (Don Smallgoods)

• High commendation – Bars To Paper Wrap (Mars Wrigley Australia)

• High commendation – Woolworths Pad-free rPET Trays with ‘Leave Attached’ Film for kerbside recycling (Pact Group + Woolworths + Hilton Foods)

2024 Beverage Packaging Design

• Gold winner – Integrally Moulded Handle Bottle (Integrated Plastics)

• Silver winner – Fleurieu Milk Company – Refillable Glass Bottle (Cutler Brands)

• Bronze winner – Thermocup (Wellman Packaging)

2024 Health, Beauty & Wellness Packaging Design

• Gold winner – Only Good Hand & Body Wash (Apex Brands) from New Zealand

• Silver winner – Ezypour + Refill (Thankyou + Caps & Closures)

• Bronze winner – 100 per cent Paper Sachet for BrocShot (Close the Loop)

2024 Domestic & Household Packaging Design

• Gold winner – koor (Jean-Francois Roiron)

• Silver winner – Whistler – Avian Intelligence Birdfood Range for Fibrecycle (Zipform Packaging)

• Bronze winner – Green Action Dishwashing Liquid 500ml (TrendPac)

• High commendation – EzyLug +

Coconut Oil (Melrose + Caps & Closures)

• High commendation – Zero Triple Strike Garden Weedkiller Concentrate (Yates)

2024 Labelling & Decoration Design

• Gold winner – Whistler – Avian Intelligence Birdfood Range for Fibrecycle (Zipform Packaging)

• Silver winner – Sealed Air Personalised Smart Pouch (Sealed Air New Zealand)

• Bronze winner – Art Series and Indigenous Art Series BioCups (BioPak)

2024 Outside of the Box Design

• Gold winner – bouncee – Reusable Insulating Crates (ICEE Technology Group)

• Silver winner – PPI Coffee Tray (Production Packaging Innovations – Azadeh Yousefi + Karl Joyce)

2024 Marketing Design

• Gold winner – Premium Grapes Paper Bunch Bag (Costa Group + The Packaging Hippie)

• Silver winner – EzyPour + Refill (Thankyou + Caps & Closures)

2024 Accessible & Inclusive Design

• Gold winner – Deli Cuts (Don Smallgoods)

• Silver winner – EzyLug + Coconut Oil (Melrose + Caps & Closures)

2024 Save Food Packaging Design

• Gold winner – Cryovac Flexprep Portion Dispensing Pouches for McDonald’s Australia (Sealed Air)

• Silver winner – Naked Rivals

• Bronze winner – Dutch Cream Potatoes Red Gem (Red Gem Packers & Growers + The Packaging Hippie)

• High commendation – Deli Cuts (Don Smallgoods)

2024 Sustainable Packaging Design

Due to the high number of entries across varying Sustainable Packaging Design principles, the judges separated the winners into subset activities. This year, there are seven gold Sustainable Packaging Design winners:

Plastic to Fibre Transition

• Gold winner – Bunzl Workwear Packaging (Bunzl Safety and Lifting)

Plastic Reduction

• Gold winner – Maggi Mug Noodles 4 Pack – Chicken and Beef Flavour (Nestlé Australia)

E–Commerce

• Gold winner – Korrvu Retention for Australia Post (Sealed Air + Australia Post)

Compostable

• Gold winner – Home Compostable Container Range (BioPak)

EPS Replacement

• Gold winner – EPS Replacement Prawn Carton (Tassal Group + Visy Industries)

Recyclability Initiative

• Gold winner – Masterfoods Squeezy Pet Sauce Bottles (Mars Food + Wellman Packaging)

• Bronze winner – Thermocup (Wellman Packaging)

• Bronze winner – Woolworths Pad-free rPET Trays with ‘Leave Attached’ Film for kerbside recycling (Pact Group + Woolworths + Hilton Foods)

• High commendation – Birds Eye Steamfresh 750g (Simplot Australia)

Recycled Content & Lightweighting

• Gold winner – Green Action Dishwashing Liquid 500ml (TrendPac)

• Silver winner – Starward Nova (Starward)

• Bronze winner – Don Smallgoods 100 per cent rPET Tray (VERIX + Martogg Group)

Industry Packaging Professional of the Year Award

Winner – Bryan McKay, head of packaging, Woolworths Group

2024 Young Packaging Professional of the Year Award

Winner – Dr Ruby Chan, project researcher, RMIT

2024 Packing Technologist of the Year Award

Winner – Nicholas Campbell, general manager of operations and technical, Wellman Packaging

2024 ABA Scholarship Certificate in Packaging scholarship

Winner – Manpreet Kaur Grewal, product technologist, MSAC Solutions

2024 ABA Scholarship Diploma in Packaging Technology Scholarship Winner – Angela Hanson, Packaging Technologist, Tip Top

2024 AIP President Award for a Diploma in Packaging Technology Scholarship

Winner – Camilo Serrano, packaging engineer, Don KRC

The PIDA Awards are also the exclusive feeder program for Australia and New Zealand for the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards run by the World Packaging Organisation. All 2024 PIDA winners will be automatically eligible for entry into the 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards competition.

The 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards will be held alongside of Ipack Ima tradeshow in Milan, Italy in May.

Bryan McKay

Manpreet Kaur Grewal

Angela Hanson

Camilo Serrano

Dr Ruby Chan

Nicholas Campbell

When sustainability becomes good business

Orora has invested in a number of initiatives and technologies that are designed to ensure the ‘future-proofing’ of glass packaging

Glass has been used as a packaging material for centuries, dating back to ancient civilisations.

The benefits of glass are multiple and in many cases its properties are unique – it is transparent, inert, and impermeable to gases and liquids. It is also infinitely recyclable – it can be used again and again, without losing quality or integrity.

Even if it isn’t recycled or remanufactured, glass can be ground down into inert sand, minimising its environmental impact. These characteristics mean glass products are long-lasting, and their contents remain safe to consume.

Such traits are central to glass’ value proposition as a premium packaging option – wine, for example, can be cellared for decades while ensuring the product is still elegantly presented. This is particularly important now amid a trend toward ‘premiumisation’ – that is, the concept of “drinking better, less often”, which has been a consistent theme in recent years.

Despite this, in a modern world with an ever-increasing focus on sustainability, the environmental credentials of all forms of packaging are under scrutiny. Customers and consumers expect products to be made responsibly. Glass is no exception.

The reality is that the manufacture of glass is not without its unique challenges. It can be energy intensive to produce, while bottles can be both heavy and fragile, creating logistical and environmental challenges.

So how do packaging companies like Orora ensure glass remains the format of choice while also ensuring it is sustainable and environmentally friendly?

Orora has invested in a number of initiatives and technologies that are designed to ensure the ‘future-proofing’ of glass.

Decarbonisation – The art of low carbon manufacturing and bottle light-weighting

One of the key challenges facing the packaging industry is reducing its carbon

footprint. A central part of that is adopting cutting-edge, lower energy intensity furnace technologies at our glass manufacturing facility at Gawler in South Australia.

With several furnaces operating around the clock, the energy requirements are substantial. However, from next year we expect to cut site emissions by approximately 20 per cent, when an upgrade to one of our furnaces is complete. The rebuilt furnace will be powered in part by oxyfuel technology drawn from our own onsite oxygen plant –in itself powered by renewable electricity. Such a reduction on fossil fuel use will move it into the top 10 per cent of energy efficient furnaces worldwide.

Oxyfuel furnace technology is one alternative. At our France-based Saverglass sites, our teams have successfully trialled a hybrid furnace which may be capable of running on 80 per cent electrical energy.

Orora has also been a market leader the adoption of renewable energy. Our Gawler site uses renewable electricity sourced from wind and solar generation assets based on long-term power purchase agreements.

Another important decarbonisation focus for glass manufacturers has been the production of lighter weight bottles. This reduces the amount of material used, which is more energy efficient, while it also lowers transportation costs, further reducing emissions.

Orora’s light-weight bottle for sparkling wine is approximately 15 per cent lighter

while maintaining the same shape and dimensions. Modelling by our Saverglass team suggests bottle weight could reduce by up to 30 per cent. We’re also working in partnership with a global consortium, International Partners in Glass Research (IGPR) to explore the development of zerocarbon bottles. This is another exciting step in the ‘future-proofing’ of glass.

Circularity and recycling

Increasing the use of recycled glass in the manufacturing process is also critical for sustainability and is a major priority for Orora. The more cullet (crushed recycled glass) we use in the manufacture of new bottles, the less raw material is required. Using cullet requires significantly less energy than raw materials, as it melts at a lower temperature, reducing the overall environmental impact of each bottle produced.

Orora invested in its own glass recycling facility to increase the amount of cullet we can access and use. The plant has capacity to produce up to 150,000 tonnes of cullet per year, which equates to more than 330 million wine bottles or 750 million beer bottles. This year, our new bottles have been made up of 50 per cent recycled content, and our target is 60 per cent next year.

Consumers themselves have a major role to play in the sustainability of glass bottles, through depositing used glass bottles at Container Deposit Schemes – a major source of Orora cullet.

Producing a superior glass packaging product that is increasingly sustainable will remain an Orora priority. While we’re pleased with our progress to date, there is still a lot of work to do in exploring and developing new technologies that help us reach a net-zero position as an industry. However, the work delivered so far is promising and as a result, the future for glass looks bright.

Greg Savage is the senior vice-president –Asia of Orora Group.

Orora’s glass manufacturing facility at Gawler in South Australia

Plastic recycling could sink or swim with Australia’s planned packaging laws

To take Australia’s recycling industry to the next level, we need a shift in thinking across government, industry and society, says Pact Group’s Raphael Geminder

Australians have always been great recyclers. But recycling cannot just be a feel-good exercise for the community. This is about collecting and recycling discarded material from millions of kerbside collection bins and container deposit schemes and remaking it into new packaging here in Australia.

The more we do it, the more jobs we create, the less waste we send to landfill, and the better overall it is for the sustainability of our environment.

To take Australia’s recycling industry to the next level, we need a shift in thinking across government, industry and society so that discarded plastic packaging is treated as a valuable resource as opposed to waste.

With plans afoot for new National Packaging Laws agreed to by Federal and State environment ministers, the Albanese government could make or break Australia’s plastic recycling industry.

At the heart of the planned laws are packaging design standards based on the principle of minimising waste and environmental impacts so that all packaging is made using recycled material and can be recovered, recycled, and remanufactured after it’s been used.

As chair of Pact Group one of Australia’s leading plastic packaging and recycling companies, I wholeheartedly support the intent of the planned laws when it comes to plastic.

Plastic packaging that is designed effectively, made with recycled material, is recyclable and then recycled and remanufactured properly can stay in the circular economy almost indefinitely.

But there are concerns in the local recycling sector about potential unintended consequences if the planned laws and design standards do not adequately incentivise the use of Australian-made recycled products.

There is an opportunity for Australia to become a regional circular economy hub

Unless the government provides proper support for local recyclers, Australia runs the risk of being swamped with cheap, imported unregulated recycled products that could seriously jeopardise domestic producers and manufacturers.

Australian businesses like Pact Group, with the support of government, have invested significantly in plastic recycling infrastructure to support the growth of a domestic circular economy. This has led to the construction and upgrade of five largescale plastic recycling facilities that process used packaging from container deposit schemes and kerbside collection bins.

This recycled plastic material is then used to manufacture new plastic beverage bottles, and food, household and industrial packaging, which in turn can be recycled and remanufactured, keeping thousands of tonnes of used plastic packaging in circulation and out of landfill.

However, recycled plastic resins and packaging made in Australia are already competing with cheaper imported

products, both virgin and recycled, predominantly produced in Asia.

For the domestic sector to thrive and to ensure industry has the confidence to continue investing, locally produced recycled material cannot be undermined by cheap products imported by businesses seeking to comply with new packaging design standards.

When it comes to drafting the new National Packaging Laws, the government will need to ensure there are mechanisms to incentivise the use of recycled content made in Australian facilities from used packaging waste collected in Australia.

There’s no need to reinvent the wheel in this regard. The UK and EU have implemented a plastic levy based on the percentage of recycled content used in packaging as a way of encouraging increased use of recycled materials in packaging, discouraging the use of virgin resin and stimulating the local circular economy.

The EU has also just passed laws which oblige all importers of recycled resins and packaging to meet strict EU environmental standards.

Implementing something similar in Australia would ensure the local recycling and packaging manufacturing industry is not disadvantaged by either rogue domestic operators or the importation of cheaper materials from overseas facilities where environmental, health and labour standards may not meet Australian standards. With the right regulatory support from government, there is an opportunity for Australia to become a regional circular economy hub for the mass production and export of high-quality food-grade recycled resins and recycled plastic packaging. This is how a strong, local circular economy operates.

Raphael Geminder is the non-executive chair of Pact Group. He has been a member of the board since October 2010 and founded the company in 2002.

Neuromarketing study reveals insight for gin label design

UPM Raflatac’s Ginnasium project blends science and art, using neuromarketing to assess how consumers react to gin packaging design. Labels & Labeling’s Akanksha Meena reports on this unique project

An avant-garde venture, sponsored by UPM Raflatac, brings together design experts, bottle and label manufacturers, embellishment artisans, printing specialists, closure craftsmen and neuromarketing pioneers to understand consumer preferences.

The Ginnasium project focuses on educating stakeholders in the packaging supply chain about the importance of design choices on the final product’s effectiveness. Ginnasium employs a scientific approach to analyze consumer experiences with gin bottles, exploring different design elements such as bottle shapes, closures, papers, embellishments, printing techniques and inks.

Ginnasium brought together design experts, bottle and label manufacturers, embellishment artisans, printing specialists, closure craftsmen and neuromarketing pioneers to understand consumer preferences

The project aims to understand how these elements capture consumer attention on the shelf and emotionally convey the product’s identity. The SenseCatch method, using neuromarketing methodologies, was used to discover unconscious and emotional aspects of consumer behavior. Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted to understand consumer opinions, expectations and message interpretation.

UPM Raflatac provided for the project Forest PP Clear TC 50 wood-based film, Genesi WSA-FSC textured white paper, Aluflex Premium triple-layer aluminium foil, Jazz Ice Premium FSC white paper with debossed texture barrier-coated

in the pulp and Cotton Black WSA 100 per cent black cotton paper.

Printing specialist Sovemec used multiple printing techniques for the project including flexo varnishing, hot foil colours, cast and cure laminations, embossing matte/glossy screen printing, a label-on-label application using two different papers, special die-cutting methods, embossing, debossing, paper texture, sand-textured varnishes and waterless offset printing.

Glass bottles were provided by Vetroelite and Vinolok supplied glass closures for the project. Luxoro provided its metallic and holographic foils, semi-transparent

and translucent effect films by Kurz and brass stamping tools by Hinderer + Mühlich Italia.

T&K provided UV 171 UT series of waterless printing inks specially crafted for the label industry and Terragloss UV matte varnish by Actega formulated to be over-printable and benzophenonefree for label applications.

SenseCatch is a research and consulting company specialising in applying neuroscience and behavioral psychology to measure marketing effectiveness and consumer experiences.

The project

Five designers from Southern Italy including Leonardo Recalcati, Marco D’Aroma, Silvia Cacace, Gianluca Bartolazzi, Andrea Basile, Giuseppe Salerno and Flavio Sisto took part in the project to create unique designs for gin bottles. Each designer represented the essence of their respective regions. They were provided with bottles, glass closures, paper and options for enhancements, inks and printing techniques. Their challenge was to artistically convey their regions’ characteristics while staying true to the brief, which intentionally omitted any information about the gin’s taste. This allowed the designers complete freedom in their design.

Recalcati said, “I chose to participate in Ginnasium, the gym for gin design, because it is interesting to discover, through SenseCatch’s work, if my thinking is shared and evokes emotions”.

“Ginnasium has been a project that captured our hearts from the beginning. Being able to narrate our land through a label was a unique and rewarding experience that allowed us to express our creativity without limitations. The success of this project is also attributed to all the partners involved, who consistently supported our agency in achieving this excellent outcome,” Sisto said.

Consumers were asked to select bottles representing different Italian regions from a shelf where bottles of the same shape were placed alternately. They had 30 seconds to choose bottles for each region, followed by in-depth interviews. Participants could touch and inspect the bottles to appreciate their details visually and tactically. The study aimed to understand consumers’ perceptions of the designs and their emotional involvement using neuromarketing technologies such as eye-tracker, biotracker sensor and EEG headset.

D’Aroma said, “Ginnasium served as our experimental ground, allowing us to delve

into new materials and printing techniques. Our focus centered on crafting premium packaging where details, textures, and enhancements form an integral part of the consumer experience. Our objective was to spotlight its distinctive characteristics and uniqueness”.

Study findings

Eye-tracking technology was used to analyse the designs’ ability to catch shoppers’ attention. The analysis revealed that elements such as label colour, shape contrasts, glossy enhancements, coloured closures and raised finishes were particularly attention-grabbing.

The emotional involvement data indicated that designs with visual and tactile elements, such as contrasts and textures, effectively engage shoppers. This leads consumers to perceive the product as richer

and more refined. While sight initially attracts consumers, tactile sensations during the interaction enhance engagement.

Soft and velvety surfaces are appreciated, but the tactile experience must be consistent with the image a brand aims to convey. Consumers appreciated textures and embellishments such as finishes resembling sand dunes, paper patterns resembling waves, smooth closures evoking a seaside imagery and labels featuring textured and rough surfaces looking like fossils and mosaics evoking stone conveying a sense of naturalness and authenticity. Consistent engagement of sight and touch is crucial for emotional involvement and perceived product value.

Paper

Glossy and embossed papers draw consumer attention to the bottle.

Square bottles are associated with premium and assertive products

Softer colours on rounded bottles create the perception of a smoother, refined gin, implying freshness

Matte paper elevates the sophistication and uniqueness of the label

Glossy and embossed papers draw consumer attention to the bottle

Similarly, matte paper elevates the sophistication and uniqueness of the label, evoking a poetic and theatrical context. Dark papers with textured surfaces give the bottle character and convey an expectation of a rich, intense taste.

Printing

Embossing and debossing printing techniques not only capture consumer attention visually but also through touch, creating a multisensory experience that allows consumers to assume the product’s characteristics before experiencing it.

strategic use of metallic embellishments highlights the product’s qualities and overall design.

Bottle

The shape of the bottle influences how embellishments are displayed. Square bottles enhance edge decorations and round bottles convey softness. Square bottles are associated with premium and assertive products, while round bottles suggest refinement and softness. The fusion of a round bottle shape with a poetic design evokes curiosity and conveys

attention to detail and refinement through the blend of smooth and textured surfaces.

Closure

Closures play a crucial role in shaping consumer perception, with tall and vibrant closures capturing attention and conveying a specific message. While flat caps receive less initial attention, they are perceived as refined during physical interaction. Concave caps spark greater curiosity and preference compared to flat caps. Smooth closures are pleasing to the touch, but textured closures enhance the overall product experience.

Graphic design

The harmonious blend of shapes, colours and materials reinforces the intended image and message. Dark colours on angular bottles evoke heightened value and intensity, suggesting an intensely flavored product. Softer colours on rounded bottles create the perception of a smoother, refined gin, implying freshness. Colourful designs suggest a sweet, fruitinfused beverage. Both visual and tactile contrasts also influence perception.

Strategic selection of packaging elements is vital for shelf appeal. Contrasting colours, shapes, glossy finishes and unique closures make the gin bottle visually striking. Unexpected tactile experiences increase engagement, enhancing the desire for the product. Golden details against textured papers convey elegance. Every detail communicates a message, shaping expectations about the product and influencing consumer choices. Considering consumer psychology is crucial, as their attention to detail recognised in psychology as ‘weak signals’, can impact packaging success and product perception.

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Embossing and debossing printing techniques not only capture consumer attention visually but also through touch

The harmonious blend of shapes, colours, and materials reinforces the intended image and message

The strategic use of metallic embellishments highlights the product’s qualities and overall design

Dark papers with textured surfaces give the bottle character and convey an expectation of a rich, intense taste

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SERIES DIE CUTTER

SERIES DIE CUTTER

SERIES DIE CUTTER

SERIES DIE CUTTER

SERIES DIE CUTTER

The Insignia is a sheet-fed, rotar y, flexo magnetic die cutter designed for production-driven operation at an a ordable price point.

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGI SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH REGISTER EDGES.

Folding Carton, Die-cutting Foiling & Flute Laminating Machinery

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGISTER SYSTEM ENSURE-SHEET TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH PRESS REGISTER EDGES.

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGI SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH REGISTER EDGES.

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGISTER SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH PRESS REGISTER EDGES.

TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGISTER S TEM ENSURE-SHEET TO-SHEET CURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE IS PABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH PRESS REGISTER EDGES.

SMARTFOLD SERVO X

• 500 metres per minute, max outputs make this one of the fastest folder gluers in the world

• Full auto make ready system, allows 10-minute change overs

Folding gluing machine with hand feeder and delivery table

TECHNOCUT 1050S

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGISTER SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH PRESS REGISTER EDGES.

SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH REGISTER EDGES.

A TRUE GUIDE & GRIP REGISTER SYSTEM ENSURE SHEET-TO-SHEET ACCURACY. SIDE PULL GUIDE CAPABLE OF PULLING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT TO MATCH PRESS REGISTER EDGES.

• Straight line, crash lock, 4 and 6 corner boxes, pocket folds, custom box option

• Available in 65 cm wide, 80 cm or 1100 cm wide

• Cardboard or corrugated.

• Hot melt and cold glue system friendly

• Auto feeder, delivery, carton packing and robotic palletiser options

Megafold Folder Gluer is designed to run max. Speed of 300m/min with solid board ranging from 250-1200gsm and 3 Ply Litho-laminated and 5 Ply corrugated cartons up to 25mm folded thickness

OP SUCTION AIR FEEDER WERED VIA A BUILT WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN Y ADJUST OTH BLOW & O ADJUST FOR THE T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE ADJUSTED TO SHEET SIZE.

A TOP SUCTION AIR FEEDER IS POWERED VIA A BUIL T IN BLOWER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW TO ADJUST FOR T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE TED TO SHEET SIZE.

A TOP SUCTION AIR FEEDER IS POWERED VIA A BUILT WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW & O ADJUST FOR THE T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE O SHEET SIZE.

A TOP SUCTION AIR FEEDER WERED VIA A BUILT WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW TO ADJUST FOR T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE TED TO SHEET SIZE.

OP SUCTION AIR FEEDER VIA A BUIL T WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW & O ADJUST FOR THE T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE O SHEET SIZE.

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MATERIALS

OP SUCTION AIR FEEDER WERED VIA A BUILT WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW & O ADJUST FOR THE T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT SUCKER HEADS CAN BE ADJUSTED TO SHEET SIZE.

OP SUCTION AIR FEEDER VIA A BUIL T WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW & O ADJUST FOR THE T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT SUCKER HEADS CAN BE ADJUSTED TO SHEET SIZE.

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• Fast processing, speed to 7500 sheets per hour

• Wide size range, 360 x 400 mm to 750 x 1050 mm

• Cutting force 300 tonnes

Same machine as Box 1 but is upgradable to add the automatic continuous feeder PLUS an automatic delivery table

• Paper, cardboard, solid board, corrugated board plastic

Same machine as Box 1 but is upgradable to add the automatic continuous feeder PLUS an automatic delivery table

A RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL CENTERED.

• Carton board min 80 g/m2, max 2000 g/m2

RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES DIE OOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL & CENTERED.

A RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES DIE OOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL CENTERED.

• Corrugated board max 4 mm thick

SUCTION AIR FEEDER D VIA A BUIL T WER PUMP IN THE HINE. AN OPERATOR CAN INDEPENDENTLY ADJUST OF BOTH BLOW TO ADJUST FOR T RANGE OF MATERIALS POSSIBLE. INDEPENDENT HEADS CAN BE ADJUSTED TO SHEET SIZE. A RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL CENTERED.

RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES DIE TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL & CENTERED.

A RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL CENTERED.

RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES DIE TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL & CENTERED.

A RECESSED SCRIBE LINE ON SINGLE MAGNETIC MACHINES ALLOW FOR FAST, CONSISTENT DIE MOUNTING & ENSURES DIE TOOLS ARE HUNG PARALLEL & CENTERED.

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Same machine as Box 1 but is also upgradable by added second folding unit to fold and glue crash lock bottom and machine

second folding unit to fold and glue crash lock bottom and machine

ULIC PRESSURE

Smartfold Classic Folder Gluer is designed to run max. speed of 400m/min with solid board ranging from 170-800gsm and 3 Ply Litho-laminated cartons up to 15mm folded thickness

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE

A PIN MOUNT SYSTEM ON MAGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE P SET OF DIE T OOLS. CYLINDERS ALSO HAVE BUILT-IN MICR TMENT CAPABILITIES TING. ULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED K WHEEL. INFINITE TO 3,000 PSI CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAI GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

A PIN MOUNT SYSTEM ON DU MAGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE PAIRED OOLS. CYLINDERS -IN MICROABILITIES TO

A PIN MOUNT SYSTEM ON DU MAGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE PAIRED SET OF DIE TOOLS. CYLINDERS ALSO HAVE BUILT-IN MICROABILITIES T ULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED EASI K WHEEL. INFINITE O 3,000 PSI CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAIL ABLE. GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

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TEM ON DU HINES ENSURE

APIN MOUNT S YSTEM ON DUAL HINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE PAIRED OOLS. CYLINDERS -IN MICROABILITIES TO

APIN MOUNT S YSTEM ON DUAL MAGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE P OOLS. CYLINDERS T-IN MICR TMENT CAPABILITIES TING. ULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITE ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAI GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

THE ALIGNMENT OF THE PAIRED OOLS. CYLINDERS -IN MICROABILITIES TO

ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED EASI VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITE ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI OF CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAIL ABLE. GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR T DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

A PIN MOUNT SYSTEM ON MAGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE P OOLS. CYLINDERS T-IN MICR TMENT CAPABILITIES TING. ULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITE ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAI GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

PIN MOUNT SYSTEM ON DUAL AGNETIC MACHINES ENSURE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE PAIRED OOLS. CYLINDERS -IN MICROABILITIES TO ULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED EASI VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITEL ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI OF CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAIL ABLE. UGES ENABLE OPERATOR TO DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES O EXTEND DIE LIFE.

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED EASI VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITE ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI OF CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAIL ABLE. GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR T DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

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ASSEMBLIES ARE ADJUSTED EASI VIA THE BL ACK WHEEL. INFINITE ADJUSTABLE UP TO 3,000 PSI OF CUTTING PRESSURE IS AVAIL ABLE. GAUGES ENABLE OPERATOR T DETERMINE MINIMUM PRESSURES TO EXTEND DIE LIFE.

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