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Qualvis launches design and innovations studio I
n a move to provide a single source for its customers’ packaging requirements, Qualvis
Print & Packaging has launched its design and innovations studio, known as ‘Qualvis Innovations’. The initiative, based at the company’s
manufacturing site in Leicestershire, will be able to deliver packaging concepts from initial sketches through to the brands print ready state, then further manage projects through production in Qualvis’ in-house print and conversion facility. The company’s creative design director, Richard Pacey, said: “We have over 100 years of combined
experience in graphics, packaging design, reprographics and print to give the perfect project management team to push our clients packaging to its full potential. Every brand on shelf has to work hard to grab the consumers attention, and it’s our knowledge of design coupled with print and post print effects that team up to deliver that all important impact. “The concept is unique - a team of skilled
graphic designers, structural designers and reprographics specialists collaborate in-house to bridge the gap between external agencies working on individual aspects of a customer’s packaging. We link the three disciplines of graphics, structure and reprographics seamlessly together to reduce time and cost and increase the accuracy and impact of the finished product. “We ensure from an early stage that important
finishing effects are considered, ones that are reflective of a brand’s ethos and that will add the point of difference from the competition. The processes of embossing, debossing, laminations and various foiling techniques are introduced to the artwork so that when a customer is ready to print, there are no surprises and the finished design project seamlessly runs through our production facility.”
Xeikon announces record sales in US and Canada
Xeikon reported a record sales year in North America, with figures over 70 per cent, and it is now positioned for greater success in 2017. Dave Wilkins, vice president sales and
marketing, US and Canada, explained: “We have sold multiple units to large commercial printing companies, direct mail companies, major retailers, and promotional item companies. We have already booked a number of orders this year and are now expanding our efforts into the heat transfer, IML (In-Mold Label), and folding carton markets.”
Plans for Antalis Digital Academy
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ntalis has announced its 2017 programme of Digital Academy workshops, as part of its
on-going commitment to provide a hub of information, live demonstrations and training to those expanding into digital printing. The Academy now covers 25 workshops,
providing training and an opportunity to upskill via a range of courses from vehicle wrapping and packaging mock-ups, to colour management and screen print film separations. A brand new course, ‘Laminating and
Finishing’, launched on February 14 in Coalville, Leicestershire, where the Digital Academy is based. As with all its workshops, the appointed tutor is an independent expert who can bring industry-leading coaching to the sessions. For ‘Laminating and Finishing’, Marc Hansing from Drytac showcased the best practice in laminating and shared his considerable expertise and knowledge.
XEIKON ESTABLISHES PRESENCE IN INDIA Meanwhile, Xeikon is establishing a direct presence in India. This follows the company’s move into Australia and New Zealand markets. Beginning this month, Xeikon will build on
the strong market presence through its parent company FlintGroup to support and service the label, folding cartons and commercial printing segments of the Indian market. Xeikon’s labels portfolio has been popular in
the region, including its FDA compliant toner for direct dry food contact.
6 March 2017 Giles Bristow, Antalis’ digital support
manager, commented: “In the past, printers have shied away from venturing into these growth areas as they may have lacked the know-how or the means to acquire the required technology. Our aim is to take that next step and commission our industry experts to teach them the invaluable tricks of the trade.” Also on the horizon are additional RIP
software and colour management courses to assist those who are running large format printers and need to guarantee consistency and quality on every job they deliver.
Mondi Group acquires UK company Excelsior
Mondi Group has announced the successful acquisition of Excelsior, a UK consumer packaging company, for £33 million (€38 million) on a debt- and-cash-free basis. Excelsior is a vertically-integrated producer of flexible packaging solutions and the acquisition supports Mondi’s strategy to further grow its consumer packaging business. Commenting on the acquisition, Peter J Oswald, CEO Mondi Europe and International, said: “We
want to delight our customers with innovative and sustainable solutions and this acquisition allows us to offer a broader and complementary range of consumer packaging products for food applications.” Excelsior’s portfolio includes packaging for microwave steam cooking and pouches and lidding films.
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Qualvis achieves world first with digital investment
Elsewhere, Qualvis has become one of the first packaging companies globally to install a double digital packaging line. The workflow investment, totalling over £2
million, features a Xerox iGen four sheet-fed digital printer, side-by-side with an iGen5 automated line. Both presses include inline TRESU Pinta coating units and a KAMA DC 76 cut and crease line, offering the same effects as Qualvis’ larger format litho print process. Qualvis managing director, Jason Short, said:
“We spent 18 months researching the best match for our needs and the two Xerox digital presses are ideal. We are seeing diminishing run lengths and increasing demand for innovation, including personalisation and localisation.” In addition, the company can also provide a
host of software, e-commerce and technology solutions to complement digital packaging production. Part of this also includes the very latest in video integration technology, allowing brands and retailers to engage their customers with enticing interactions via the packaged product.
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