PR & News

XSYS launches a complete guide of best practices in the use of washout solvents for consistent plate quality

Willstaett, Germany. 25 January 2023 – Common quality issues associated with washout solvents in flexo plate making is the topic of a new technical paper by XSYS. The insightful guide which is entitled “XSYS WASHOUT SOLVENTS 101 – How can washout solvents contribute to consistent plate quality?” examines some of the often-heard myths surrounding the washout process and explains the adverse effects the incorrect use of washout solvents can have on the final print quality.

Highcon to use Packaging Innovations 2023 to Demonstrate Considerable Business Growth Opportunities unlocked by Digital Finishing

Yavne 24 January 2023 – Highcon Systems Ltd, the world’s pioneer in digital finishing systems for folding carton and corrugated packaging and display converters, will showcase its capabilities at Packaging Innovations 2023 on stand (N30) - 15-16 February, at the NEC, Birmingham. The company will use the show platform to highlight the benefits of its unique Highcon digital cutting and creasing systems, which enable printers and converters around the world to drive increased efficiencies, productivity, create new opportunities to diversify and grow and achieve their sustainability goals.

Koji Miyao named President of Ricoh Graphic Communications Business Unit

Ricoh Europe, London, January 5 2023– Koji Miyao has been named the new President of the Ricoh Graphic Communications (RGC) Business Unit, Ricoh Company, Ltd. He succeeded Sergio Kato on January 1, 2023.

Durst P5 TEX iSUB – now certified with ECO PASSPORT by OEKO TEX

Brixen, Italy – 13.12.2022 – Durst has received a new ink certification that completes the overall sustainable package of the P5 TEX iSUB printer: the P5 Sublifix sublimation inks now have the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX®.

Schumacher Packaging & Display Installs Highcon Beam 2C System to Boost Growth and Bring Digital Cutting and Creasing to New Markets

Yavne, 5 December 2022- Highcon Systems Ltd. today announces that Schumacher Packaging & Display, part of the German Schumacher Packaging Group, has installed a Highcon Beam 2C system to unlock new business opportunities and further advance its digitalisation of production processes.

Pubblialba relies on flexibility and flatbed quality of Vanguard VR6D - HS

Brixen, Bressanone, Italy – 05.12.22 – Milan-based Pubblialba has completed the first Italian installation of the VR6D - HS industrial UV flatbed printer from Vanguard Europe. The system, already in operation at Pubblialba's production facilities, is part of a development project of the company that aims at digitising production to respond to a dynamic industrial market that requires more and more flexibility, quality and speed.

Cyber Graphics takes first Catena-WDLS in North America

Willstaett, Germany. 1 December 2022 – A leading prepress trade shop established in 1994, Cyber Graphics is the first in North America to invest in the Catena-WDLS Washer, Dryer, Light-finisher, and Stacker from XSYS. The machine was installed this past June and has already more than lived up to expectations, according to Kevin Bourquin, Vice President of Operations.

RICOH MH5420/5421 Series printhead sales hit 500,000 milestone

Ricoh Europe, London, 30 November 2022 – More than 500,000 RICOH MH5420/5421 Series printheads, Ricoh’s fifth generation of printheads, have already been chosen by worldwide solutions developers to drive digital transformation revenue of tens of billions of dollars across all industrial sectors.

Paul Michael Franklin joins Scodix as the company ramps up sales infrastructure

Scodix, Israel – November 17, 2022 – Scodix, the leading provider of digital embellishment solutions for the graphic arts industry, announces today the appointment of Paul Michael Franklin as the Country Manager for UK and Ireland, as well as the Nordic regions. This appointment reflects Scodix’ growth across Europe and its strong commitment to ensuring exemplary quality within its management teams.

WEILBURGER Graphics receives EcoVadis silver medal

Gerhardshofen, November 15, 2022 - At the very first attempt, the German company WEILBURGER Graphics GmbH, an internationally renowned manufacturer of varnishes, inks and adhesives for the graphic arts industry, has been awarded the EcoVadis Silver Medal. The company, which had its CSR activities rated by EcoVadis for the first time, achieved a very good result for an initial assessment with 63/100 percentage points and an 86th percentile ranking.