IST America addresses newest curing trends in labels and packaging

Converter News

Superior Tape & Label expands flexo capacity with Weigang

The latest installation, completed in June 2026, marks the third Weigang press within a 16-month period.

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Discover the Soft Touch That Makes Packaging Premium: Multi-Plastics 50ST OPP

Multi-Plastics 50ST is a soft-touch matte BOPP film with a velvety, anti-scuff finish and excellent printability. It adds luxury and durability to cartons, labels, and flexible packaging. Two-side printable and converter-friendly, 50ST is made in the USA and ideal for cosmetics, gourmet foods, and retail.

Exclusives

Consolidated Label drives efficiency with BW Converting inspection systems

The converter has purchased six Baldwin Guardian PQV inspection systems for its slitter-rewinders, with an additional system now being installed on a 22" Nilpeter press.

Industry People

UPM Adhesive Materials names Juan Felipe Correa new sales director, Latin America

In his new role, Correa will join the Americas Management Team and lead the company’s commercial activities across Latin America.

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Your Anilox Rolls Reborn at LOUPE Americas

Bring your anilox rolls back to life! Visit Sonic Solutions at LOUPE booth #305 for live displays, raffles, soda bar & more.

Industry News

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives expands Brillante White Felt Portfolio

Brillante White Felt with Ultra Wet Strength treatment meets demand for enhanced durability in challenging environments.

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Colordyne announces strategic partnership with DJM

The companies will focus on retrofit integration into existing production environments in North America.

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New Horizons: Rethinking Label Material for a Changing Industry

Stay ahead of label change with WCP: advanced materials, sustainable options, resilient supply, expert support for high-performance labels.

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Hybrid Software launches PACKZ 12 with AI assistant, Amazon Transparency support

The release also positions converters to support GS1 Sunrise 2027 initiatives through the use of data-rich 2D barcodes.

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Sihl expands PE label portfolio with aqueous inkjet coatings

The new PE films offer high conformability, allowing labels to conform to curved and squeezable containers without creasing.

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Mark Andy details growth of hybrid label printing

Scott Warhover joins L&NW to address the many benefits of hybrid presses and how adoption has grown in recent years.

Industry News

Maquinarium, Heaford mark 10-year partnership with installation and new Brazil demo center

The FTS plate mounter uses a patented flat-table design that enables fast, repeatable plate mounting while maintaining high accuracy.

Solution Center SPOTLIGHT

PRI Plus

PRI Plus doesn’t mess around with feeble label stock; our products are built to conquer any labeling challenge. Whether you need the instant grab of Rubber Hot Melts or the long-term endurance of UV Acrylics, we don’t make constructions that just “form a bond”; we make Pressure-Sensitive stock that BITES on and refuses to let go—long after the surface cries “uncle!”. We make label constructions that stick to ANYthing!