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ArticleDigitally printable solid board from LEIPA and partners to be displayed at drupa
LEIPA has developed a digitally printable solid board substrate and teamed up with packaging.digital and Xeikon to apply personalized images, barcodes, sequential numbers, and more directly onto carton packaging.
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ArticleNestlé reveals light-blocking, recyclable shrink sleeve label for milk drinks
Nestlé has applied a new, recyclable shrink sleeve label with light-blocking print technology to its ready-to-drink Nesquik portfolio, aiming to help consumers recycle 4,500 metric tons of PET every year while maintaining product quality.
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ArticleDeinking: Are Design for Recycling Guidelines keeping up with technological advancements?
Recent years have seen a surge in demand for transparent and white recyclates, largely fuelled by Brand Owner commitments and anticipated European Union regulations mandating recycled content in all plastic packaging, as per the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation.
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ArticleFlow Materials launches new range of flexible packaging adhesives
Flow Materials has announced the launch of its new range of solvent-free, water-based adhesive solutions as a sustainability-minded asset for flexible packaging.
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ArticleScodix introduces AI design solution for print embellishment
Digital embellishment provider Scodix has unveiled its first AI (artificial intelligence) tool - Scodix AI - ahead of drupa 2024, aiming to address growing demand for automation tools among print providers and designers.
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Article‘Pipeline’ of recyclable mono-materials from Siegwerk and Borouge in progress
Siegwerk is working with Borouge to develop a ‘pipeline’ of fully recyclable, mono-material packaging solutions, including multi-material packs with advanced mono-material structures, in a bid to meet converters’ increasing demand for sustainable options on the market.
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ArticleFujifilm to show integrated printing solutions at drupa 2024
Fujifilm has announced it will be exhibiting its integrated analogue offset and digital printing solutions at drupa 2024, including its new water-based ink, a ‘processless’ plate for offset printing, and a printing press that utilizes dry toner for compatibility with paper packaging.
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ArticleMarking time: Staying compliant with new EU wine labelling requirements
Starting in December 2023, important new EU rules came into effect around wine labelling. Since then, all wines made or sold in the EU must have all their ingredients and nutritional information listed on the bottle. What is the best way to comply with these new laws? Geoffrey Tarret, software solutions sales engineer at Markem-Imaje, tells us more.
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ArticleSparxell raises $3.2 million to advance development of plant-based pigments
Sparxell has announced the completion of a $3.2 million funding round to accelerate the development and commercialization of products to eliminate synthetic chemicals from colourants in the cosmetics, fashion, paint, and packaging markets.
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Sponsored ContentA closer look at KURZ’s new labelling innovation
In February 2024, KURZ launched TTR NOVA - an innovative new solution that offers holographic thermal transfer ribbons that can enhance product labels with diffractive finishes and dynamic depth effects. We caught up with Ivo Kionka, CEO KURZ Typofol GmbH, to find out more.
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ArticleNew range of self-adhesive solutions for compostable packaging launched by Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives
Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives has announced its new range of compostable self-adhesive materials, developed with the aim of providing high-performance labels for fully compostable packaging.
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ArticleAre you using the right barcode?
In anticipation of the upcoming webinar hosted by Packaging Europe and Markem-Imaje, Tim Sykes discovers why now is the time to discuss GS1-128 barcodes with Derek Dorsey, manager of strategic accounts.
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ArticleUPM Raflatac receives RecyClass recognition for UV adhesive PE films
UPM Raflatac has received RecyClass recognition for PE films with its multipurpose UV acrylic adhesive technology, reportedly the first pressure sensitive laminate producer to receive technology approval in this category.
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ArticleVideojet aims to cut costs and reduce mistakes with automated pallet labeller
Videojet has launched its new 9560 PL pallet labelling system, aiming to streamline operations and reduce errors.
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ArticleMarkem-Imaje develops portable direct coding solution for challenging applications
Markem-Imaje’s new Marking Trigger Device is intended to enable portable, flexible, and direct coding and marking for difficult-to-reach or unusually shaped objects on a production line.
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ArticleLoftware launches cloud labelling platform for supply chains at LogiMat 2024
Loftware has launched its Loftware Cloud labelling platform at LogiMAT 2024, designed to help businesses with supply chain complexities, ensure supplier compliance and improve traceability.
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ArticleEco-Products launches product line to address composter contamination challenges
Eco-Products has announced a new product line designed to make differentiation between compostable and non-compostable products easier for consumers, composters, and the foodservice value chain.
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ArticleReelables launches active Bluetooth shipping label for supply chain traceability
Reelables has announced the launch of its new active Bluetooth 4”x 8” shipping label, apparently enabling logistics providers, cargo forwarders, manufacturers, and retailers to trace cargo through the supply chain without extra software integration.
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ArticleHow can labels and the printed decorative packaging industry meet the PPWD’s ambitions?
As Europe goes about introducing new packaging and packaging waste rules, where do label and printed decorative packaging manufacturers’ responsibilities lie? Gabriel Magdaleno, foreign sales director at Masterpress, explains how digital watermarking, choosing the optimal material for each label application, improving consumer awareness and participation in sustainability schemes, and more can help the EU reach its goals.
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ArticleTamper-evident, fibre-based, recyclable labels unveiled by Faller Packaging
Faller Packaging has developed a recyclable, fibre-based, semi-transparent and tamper-proof label with first-opening indication, designed for use in the pharmaceutical industry.