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Spotlight on Germany
22 November, 2011
Apart from being the economic powerhouse of Europe, Germany is also home to many of the leading suppliers of converting machinery and systems – including the world’s biggest manufacturers of printing presses. It is also the location for the industry’s two main exhibitions – drupa and ICE Europe. Here we review news and innovations from a selection of German companies

More value – more profit
22 November, 2011
Adam Robotham, director of sheetfed sales, Manroland GB, puts the case for value-adding inline printing technology

Kodak spot-on for flexo
22 November, 2011
Emma Schlotthauer is head of global marketing for flexo plate products at Kodak. David Longfield spoke to her at the Packaging Innovations show in October, as the company launched new software targeting the flexo sector

A fresh look at forest fibres
22 November, 2011
Olli Mäki, VP cartonboard sales for M-real Consumer Packaging, says that contrary to some preconceptions, when it comes to sustainability, it’s hard to beat paperboard

Cutting the cost
22 November, 2011
Innovations in digital printing and waste reduction are promoting a competitive label converting industry. MJ Deschamps reports on moves towards greater efficiency

What is the reality of ‘green’ packaging?
22 November, 2011
With major retail groups and leading international brand owners applying pressure on suppliers to assist them with their own ‘carbon footprint’, the spotlight has inevitably fallen on packaging films and the impact they have on the environment. Nick Coombes looks at some of the latest developments and discusses the issue with suppliers and converters

FLEXO INSIGHT: Platemaking technologies
22 November, 2011
By Debbie Waldron-Hoines, executive director, EFIA

Putting food safety first
17 October, 2011
Following the recent increase in food packaging migration alerts, which have in some cases resulted in product withdrawals from supermarket shelves, Sun Chemical Europe sheetfed systems product manager Dr Bernhard Fritz writes on the importance of low migration print technology in relation to food packaging

Maximising print productivity
17 October, 2011
Printing blankets are a vital, yet often overlooked component in the print process. Trelleborg product area director Thomas Linkenheil provides insight into the importance of selecting the right blanket for the right application

Stick with us
17 October, 2011
The latest developments in adhesives technology are aimed at meeting the needs of materials, machinery and regulatory requirements

Confidence is in the air
17 October, 2011
An air of confidence pervades the packaging and converting industry, with expectations high for demand growth and profitability in 2011-12, according to a recent global survey of 500 decision-makers

Sheets ahead
17 October, 2011
Irrespective of whatever challenges are thrown its way, offset still has the ability to run faster and look smarter than the rest of the pack. But is it safe, asks Sam Cole

To be the best
17 October, 2011
Joanne Hunter talks to Dr Sonia Megert, VP market and product marketing at X-Rite, about what lies ahead for the specialist in colour science and technology, and her part in that future

FLEXO INSIGHT: Platemaking technologies
17 October, 2011
By Debbie Waldron-Hoines, executive director, EFIA

A cool collection – part 2
17 October, 2011
More of the exhibits to be seen at next month’s ICE Europe 2011– International Converting Exhibition (8-10 November) in Munich

A cool collection
14 September, 2011
ICE Europe, from 8-10 November 2011, has a new venue in the Munich Trade Fair Centre, where it will occupy Halls B5 and B6. In addition to innovations in machines, accessories and systems for coating and laminating, drying and curing, treatment, slitting rewinding and finishing, this year’s show has been extended to include flexo and gravure printing

Brussels bonanza – part 2
14 September, 2011
A second helping of our appetiser for Labelexpo Europe 2011 – the main course is to be served at the Brussels Expo on September 28 – October 1

FLEXO IN SIGHT: Platemaking technologies
14 September, 2011
by Debbie Waldron-Hoines, executive director, EFIA

A market to watch
14 September, 2011
Dr William Llewellyn, vice president and senior consultant, AWA Alexander Watson Associates, provides a packaging overview of vacuum-coated products

Prepare to be the best
13 September, 2011
Web treatment prepares a substrate for enhanced performance. Here, Nick Coombes looks at the market requirements and talks to some of the leading suppliers involved