The judging for the 33rd annual Packaging Impressions Excellence Awards is complete, with the winners set to be announced in our upcoming August issue. Check out some scenes from this year’s judging, and take a listen in to what the judges had to say a…
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Augmented Reality Reveals the Mystery of ‘The Phantom’
The rise of augmented reality has provided brands with an opportunity to interact with consumers by combining the digital and physical worlds into a truly memorable experience. Phantom Wine is one example of a brand embracing augmented reality, integra…
AICC Announces Opportunities for Packaging Designers
The AICC 2019 Annual Meeting will feature two opportunities specifically for packaging designers. A one-day training program called “Practical Innovation in Package Design” will include expert insight into the latest packaging design trends and challen…
European Launch of Miraclon’s KODAK FLEXCEL NX Ultra Solution Set for Labelexpo
Labelexpo Europe 2019 will mark the debut at a major international trade fair for Miraclon — the new home of KODAK FLEXCEL Solutions — as an independent company. The event will see the European launch of the KODAK FLEXCEL NX Ultra Solution, which provi…
GEW to Launch LeoLED UV Curing System at Labelexpo Europe 2019
GEW will launch its latest innovation at Labelexpo Europe 2019, the LeoLED UV Curing System. Features of the LeoLED UV Curing System include a 50mm width window, which gives a long dwell time and is waterproof-sealed for easy cleaning. It is also resil…
U.S. Tape and Label Opts for Prati Slitter/Rewinder
U.S. Tape & Label has added the Prati Saturn TE450 slitter/rewinder to increase efficiency and versatility in its production. The Saturn TE450 delivered to U.S. Tape & Label features the FASTCUT system, which decreases setup time and provides h…
Heidelberg/Gallus To Focus on Digitization of Label Production During Labelexpo Europe
At Labelexpo Europe 2019, Heidelberg/Gallus will showcase a variety of label presses, with a focus on the digitization of the label production process. New functions available on Gallus equipment will provide converters with higher quality digital embe…
With HP Indigo 20000 Install, Nosco Becomes First in the U.S. With Complete HP Indigo Packaging Portfolio
With HP Indigo solutions for the label and folding carton segments already installed, Nosco has announced it will expand its digital packaging capabilities into flexible packaging with the addition of an HP Indigo 20000 Digital Press and Karlville Pack…
All in the Family: A Strategy for Selling Closely Held Businesses
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the printing industry, but when the time comes for closely held firms to put themselves up for sale, family ties don’t always pull in a helpful direction. With the right strategy in place however, family-owne…
Webinar Highlight Reel: Diversification: Packaging Opportunities to Boost your Bottom Line
On May 16, 2019, we offered a full-length live webinar called, “Diversification: Packaging Opportunities to Boost your Bottom Line” If you missed it, please check out the above “highlight reel” video we put together. If you like…