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EGGER reveals the packaging trends for 2020

Xaver Egger, expert for high-quality packaging, reveals the eight most important packaging trends for 2020: "Daily contact with our customers from various industries shows us every year the direction in which things will go," explains Xaver Egger, Managing Director of EGGER Druck + Medien. "The packaging year 2020 will definitely be an exciting year. Minimalist, environmentally friendly and provided with a gripping story - we are already looking forward to the many different designs, colours, constructions and finishes".

BOBST & Partners to present a unique end-to-end flexo process experience

The flexible packaging industry moves faster and faster and to stay ahead it is necessary to innovate, automate and connect.

Labelexpo to present most extensive educational schedule to date

Visitors to the 40th anniversary edition of Labelexpo Europe, the world’s biggest label and package printing industry trade show, will be able to deepen their technical knowledge of flexible packaging and self-adhesive labels with the introduction of dedicated expert-led master classes and a workshop. These bring the number of in-depth technical learning programs to four - the show’s most extensive educational schedule to date.

Mark Andy to Host Shrink Sleeve Workshop

“Shrinking to Expand” event will take place May 21 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Mark Andy Inc. has announced an educational, hands-on seminar at its global headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri on May 21, 2019. The event, Shrinking to Expand: A Hands-On Workshop to Grow Your Business Through Shrink Sleeves, will bring together the leading suppliers of the industry to provide the necessary insight converters need to identify a clear path to expanding business with shrink sleeves.

SGK's Michael Fox Presents "From SmartLabel To SmartERLabel" In Live Webinar

Fox Will Address How to Engage Consumers with SmartLabel® Connected Packaging

SGK, a division of Matthews International Corporation, and a leading global brand development, activation and deployment provider that drives brand performance, announced today that Michael Fox, director of SGK's Client Solutions consulting practice, will present From SmartLabel to SmartERLabel in a live webinar on December 13, 2018, 1:00 P.M. (ET).

Hop Industries Issues How-to Report for Reducing Static When Printing on Plastic

Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable Hop-Syn synthetic paper today announces the availability of a how-to report for reducing static when offset printing on plastic. The free report highlights the causes and effect of static in the pressroom, such as double feeding and slower drying, if left untreated.

Markem-Imaje provides roadmap for coding more sustainably and profitably

Businesses of all sizes can make changes that benefit the environment and society at large, as well as improve profits and shareholder value, explains a new white paper looking at sustainability within manufacturing.

MPS develops training courses for operators and engineers

Initial training sessions are now open for registration

MPS has developed new training courses exclusively for operators and engineers. They’re developed to improve flexo operating skills, share current developments in the printing industry, and increase press productivity. The 3-day programs for operators and 5-day programs for engineers will be held at the MPS Technology & Expertise Centre in Arnhem, The Netherlands.

Using Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Technology to Reduce the Risk of Pest Issues in Food Manufacturing, New Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

The food industry faces enormous pressure to ensure the provision of safe, high-quality food in the face of a rising population and increasing legislation. As supply chains become more global, food safety programs become more complex and difficult to manage.

5 operator-friendly printing innovations that contribute to better results

Two factors eventually determine the effectiveness of your flexo printing process: the operator and the printing press. You can make the press as intelligent and flawless as possible, but if it’s very complex to use for an operator, you still don’t get the desired result. Operator-focused printing innovations always lead to optimum press control.