Taktiful has introduced Taktify, cost estimation software dedicated to accurately estimating, specifically for digital print embellishments. The software is designed for inkjet-based systems and digital presses with specialty ink and toner options. With the help of AI technology, Taktify also can suggest selling prices of finished pieces based on the geographic location of … [Read more...] about Taktiful Introduces Cost Estimation Software
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Hish Offset Print Acquires Press from Scodix
Scodix, based in Rosh HaAyin, Israel, announced Hish Offset Print, has acquired a Scodix Ultra 6000 Digital Enhancement B1 size press, upgrading its current Ultra B2 press. The Hish team cited the productivity of the system and consequent economies of scale were key drivers during the decision-making process. Hish Offset Print is an Israeli producer of quality packaging … [Read more...] about Hish Offset Print Acquires Press from Scodix
Registration Now Open for Odyssey Expo 2023
Registration is now open for Odyssey Expo 2023, taking place May 10-12 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Organizers describe Odyssey Expo as part tradeshow, part educational programming – targeted specifically to diecutting, diemaking, foil stamping, embossing and bindery. Learn more and register at www.OdysseyExpo.org. … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for Odyssey Expo 2023
Tarsus Appoints New Labels Group Managing Director
Nick Davison has taken over from Lisa Milburn as managing director of the Tarsus Group’s labels division, organizer of the Labelexpo Global Series of exhibitions and summits, and publisher of Labels & Labeling magazine. Milburn was promoted to group director and received an appointment to the main Tarsus board. The Tarsus Group head office is located in London, … [Read more...] about Tarsus Appoints New Labels Group Managing Director
LEONHARD KURZ Undergoes Changes in Leadership
Long-serving CEOs Walter Kurz and Peter Kurz have retired from the operational side of LEONHARD KURZ, headquartered in Fürth, Germany, and have taken advisory functions as chairman and deputy chairman of a newly founded advisory board. Dr. Andreas Hirschfelder, previously serving as senior vice president of the business area plastic decoration, has been named CEO. Walter … [Read more...] about LEONHARD KURZ Undergoes Changes in Leadership
Roland DGA Makes Key Changes to Leadership Team
Roland DGA Corporation, Irvine, California, has announced three key changes to its leadership team. The changes come following Amado Lara’s appointment to company president. Dan Johansen has joined the company as vice president of sales. Sid Lambert has been promoted from US sales manager to director of sales. Dan Wilson, most recently serving as marketing director, has been … [Read more...] about Roland DGA Makes Key Changes to Leadership Team
Metsä Board Announces Finalists in Design Challenge
Metsä Board has announced the winners of its international 2022-2023 Better with Less – Design Challenge. A jury of package design experts chose two submissions to share first place: “Kid’s Headphones Packaging” by designer Kitty Ching and the “Cardboard Protecting Filler” by designers Marcin Michalski, Monika Kimpel and Adrian Olejnik. The first winning design, “Kid’s … [Read more...] about Metsä Board Announces Finalists in Design Challenge
Komori America Sees Significant Growth in Packaging Sector
Komori America, Rolling Meadows, Illinois, announced that more than 50% of its press installations during the last fiscal year were in the packaging sector, which is a 15% increase over the previous year. Statistics show the United States is one of the fastest-growing packaging markets in North America, valued at USD $184.65 billion in 2021, and it is expected to reach USD … [Read more...] about Komori America Sees Significant Growth in Packaging Sector
Odyssey Expo 2023: May 10-12 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Industry leaders in the diecutting, diemaking, printing and package design, foiling, embossing, folding carton, corrugated and specialty markets will be featured at Odyssey Expo 2023, which will be held May 10-12, 2023, at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With 91% of exhibit booths confirmed, the almost sold-out show already has machinery commitments for the … [Read more...] about Odyssey Expo 2023: May 10-12 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
BOBST Launches New Evolution of EXPERTFOLD
BOBST, Mex, Switzerland, launches the latest iteration of its folder-gluer, the EXPERTFOLD 50 ǀ 80 ǀ 110. The new machine is designed to have a leaner footprint and help packaging printers and converters accomplish more in today’s rapid and resource-intensive converting market. It comes equipped with new features and delivers a number of box styles at speeds of up to 450 m … [Read more...] about BOBST Launches New Evolution of EXPERTFOLD