Packaging
Gloomy outlook for printing inks continues
The outlook for printing inks continues to be pessimistic after the sector experienced a sharp drop in sales in 2020.
Xeikon reveals first single-pass corrugated printer install
US company TriState Container Corporation is set to become the first business to install Xeikon’s new Idera single-pass corrugated inkjet printer.
US group makes Ultimate purchase
ProAmpac has made its fourth UK acquisition of the year as it looks to continue its private equity-backed push into the European market.
Herbert Walkers doubles foiling capacity with Bobst spend
Packaging and greetings cards specialist Herbert Walkers has doubled its capacity for foil finishes after investing in a new Bobst foiling machine.
Duncan Print Group acquires Bridger Packaging
Duncan Print Group has acquired fellow Hertfordshire business Bridger Packaging to support its strategy to grow its packaging business to £10m annual sales.
DS Smith appoints new UK recycling MD
DS Smith has appointed a new UK managing director for recycling, who will be responsible for helping the company’s UK customers to reduce waste and increase recycling rates.
Canon sets sights on diversification with new flatbed
Canon has launched a sub-£60k entry level UV-LED flatbed targeted at new entrants into wide-format and established players looking to diversify.
Star product: Konica Minolta PKG-675i
A speedy option for board printing with a good bang-to-buck ratio.
Highcon ramps up to address final frontier of digital transformation
Disruptive digital post-press manufacturer Highcon has been around for more than a decade, but in 2021 it feels like the firm’s technology is really coming of age.
Lexon boosts packaging setup
Lexon Group has invested in a Boomerang 6 folder-gluer for its growing packaging wing, as it readies plans for a new web-to-pack offering.