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adphos Hosts Expert Workshop on the Future of Coil Processing

On March 26–27, 2025, adphos Thermal Processing GmbH welcomed industry professionals to its headquarters in Bruckmuehl, Germany, for an exclusive two-day workshop focused on the future of coil processing. The event spotlighted the groundbreaking aNIR® technology, which is setting new benchmarks in energy efficiency, sustainability, and process optimization for metal processing and coil coating.

Exploring Forming Films: When and How Do You Choose a Forming Film?

By Tommy Smith, PhD, Technical Director – EMEA, Oliver Healthcare Packaging

In our previous discussion, "A Film is Not Just a Film," we delved into the process of selecting the right packaging film for your application, emphasizing the critical role it plays in safeguarding the integrity of medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Now, let's take a deeper dive into a specialized category of packaging films: forming films.

New Esko webinar addresses key factors affecting packaging supply chain in 2025

‘Packaging Trends Talk’ examines challenges and opportunities for 2025

Live and engaging: The new online workshops from the GMG Academy deliver a wealth of expertise – without the need to travel

The new GMG Academy online workshops are the perfect fit for anyone looking to make swift progress, learn from the comfort of their own environment, and enjoy dynamic interaction on screen.

Embracing smart technologies: How AI, sustainability and efficiency are shaping the future of packaging

As the packaging industry faces mounting pressures to innovate for sustainability while optimising efficiency, emerging technologies, like AI, IoT, and automation offer critical opportunities to drive long-term success.

Showcase Your Excellence – Join the ERA International Gravure Award 2025

Are you ready to celebrate innovation and excellence in gravure printing? The European Rotogravure Association (ERA) is inviting you to participate in the International Gravure Award 2025—the premier platform to showcase your talent and achievements.

Unlock the Future of Packaging at the AIPIA World Congress June 19-29, 2025

The AIPIA World Congress is the premier event for the Smart Packaging industry, bringing together global innovators, brand owners, and key stakeholders to explore cutting-edge technologies and transformative solutions.

AIM Offers Hands-On AIDC 101 Fundamentals Workshop

Learn how to Utilize Barcodes, RFID, and Global Standards for Business Success

Registration Now Open for Hybrid Fusion Packaging Summit 2025 in Amsterdam

Hybrid Software is pleased to announce that registration for the Fusion Packaging Summit 2025 is now open, with discounted rates for early registration. Hosted by Hybrid Software and co-sponsored by industry partners including Arden Software, HP, ECO3, CERM, ABG, Infigo, XSYS, AV Flexologic, and Conics, Fusion 2025 is one of the most anticipated events of the year for printers, converters and brands in the packaging industry. The premier event takes place from April 22nd to 25th at the NH Collection Barbizon Hotel, at the heart of the vibrant city of Amsterdam.

Errors in flexo printing

Flexographic printing, one of the pillars of the printing industry and a key feature at PRINT4ALL 2025, is a constantly evolving field but not without challenges. A recent survey on flexography highlights the importance of training as a fundamental issue, especially amidst challenges related to technologies and material knowledge. Let’s analyze the research highlights to understand where suppliers and printers are investing ahead of the trade show to minimize printing defects.

Closing the skills gap: How EDI and sustainability are transforming packaging’s future

Peter Macqueen, Associate Head of the Creative Industries Institute at Sheffield Hallam University, explains how embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion alongside sustainability is driving a transformative shift in the packaging industry.