Bobst Group SA, (BOBST), Mex, Switzerland, has acquired 70% of the equity in Dücker Robotics s.r.l., Momo, Italy. Dücker Robotics is a leader in the use of robots in both loading and palletizing in the corrugated board sector, while offering opportunities in the folding cart industry. The current team at Dücker Robotics will remain in place. The strategic agreement closed on … [Read more...] about BOBST Acquires Majority Share in Dücker Robotics
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Standard Announces Book Block Solution
Standard Finishing Systems, Andover, Massachusetts, a supplier of postpress and paper handling solutions, recently announced the release of the Hunkeler Starbook Plowfolder Book Block Solution, designed to run inline or near-line in high-volume digital print environments. The Starbook Plowfolder combines unwinding, plowfolding, dynamic cutting and starwheel book delivery … [Read more...] about Standard Announces Book Block Solution
BOBST Boosts Digital-Age Manufacturing on VISIONFOLD and NOVAFOLD
True to its vision to advance sector-wide connectivity and digitalization, Mex, Switzerland-based BOBST has enhanced its middle-range folder-gluers with the implementation of the SPHERE machine interface. Combined with improved ergonomics, both machines take a decisive step into the future of folding-gluing. This evolution allows folding carton converters to further optimize … [Read more...] about BOBST Boosts Digital-Age Manufacturing on VISIONFOLD and NOVAFOLD
Labelexpo Mexico 2023 Called an “Astounding Success”
The inaugural Labelexpo Mexico 2023 exhibition, held at the World Trade Center in Mexico City, has been hailed an "astounding" success, attracting 5,878 visitors from 46 countries and 145 exhibitors. While the great majority of visitors (80 percent) were from Mexico, there were significant numbers from the United States, China, Columbia, Brazil, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Peru, … [Read more...] about Labelexpo Mexico 2023 Called an “Astounding Success”
Company Installs World’s 600th Rotary Diecutter from BOBST
At the end of 2023, BOBST, Mex, Switzerland, will deliver its 600th rotary diecutter worldwide. The MASTERLINE DRO with six printing units will be installed at the new PACKNERS GmbH plant in Emsbüren in northwest Germany. The MASTERLINE DRO is the flagship rotary diecutter from BOBST. It can be configured for inside and outside printing in a single pass. It also is … [Read more...] about Company Installs World’s 600th Rotary Diecutter from BOBST
LBS Named 2023 Employee-Owned Company of the Year in Iowa
The IA/NE Chapter of The ESOP Association named LBS, a 100% employee-owned company based in Des Moines, Iowa, as the 2023 Employee Owned Company of the Year. This award is given to an ESOP company that shows a strong commitment to employee ownership through its involvement with The ESOP Association and its programs, its clear communication with employees and its commitment … [Read more...] about LBS Named 2023 Employee-Owned Company of the Year in Iowa
IADD Announces Programming for Odyssey Expo 2023
The diemaking and diecutting industry is competitive. Print finishing, converting and diemaking companies wanting to get ahead of competitors, must keep up with training as new technologies become available. Odyssey Expo helps business leaders – and future leaders – stay ahead of the curve by providing training, including à la carte classes. Odyssey Expo business management … [Read more...] about IADD Announces Programming for Odyssey Expo 2023
EDGE Industrial Technologies Expands Portfolio
EDGE Industrial Technologies, an industrial knives and punches business based in Wilder, Kentucky, is expanding its brand and portfolio of companies through acquisitions and organic growth, to include Leverwood, TGW International and Pearl Technologies, Inc. Together, these three companies serve the packaging, food processing, converting, plastics and printing industries. In … [Read more...] about EDGE Industrial Technologies Expands Portfolio
Monadnock Paper Mills Welcomes Director of Supply Chain and Logistics
Monadnock Paper Mills, a manufacturer of technical specialty and premium printing and packaging papers based in Bennington, New Hampshire, announced Steve Murphy has rejoined the company as director of supply chain and logistics. Murphy first joined the company in 1988 as an hourly employee, and he was eventually promoted to the position of maintenance purchasing/stockroom … [Read more...] about Monadnock Paper Mills Welcomes Director of Supply Chain and Logistics
In Memoriam: Fritz James, Library Binding Service
Frederick C. James (Fritz), 87, died April 7, 2023. James was the owner and president of Library Binding Service (LBS), a supplier of bookbinding materials in the United States and internationally. He was the CEO of LBS for over 50 years, retiring in 2016. From a tribute at the 75th anniversary of the Library Binding Institute, James’ good friend and longtime industry … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: Fritz James, Library Binding Service