Contents In this issue  In this issue magazine A 5. 12. 14. 16. 22. 24. Cutting Systems


C&T Matrix’s ClearTech XPro rubber cutter/plotter machine


Digital Printing


Avoiding common pitfalls in vehicle wrap printing: Expert advice from Grafical’s Jarno Provost


The evolution of digital printing: A perfect partner Film and Foils


Plasfilms’ customers see the benefits of digital self- service platform


Understanding and testing film substrates Labelling Solutions


26. Key labelling trends for 2025: are you prepared? 28.


36. 38.


44. 46.


How LED lighting is changing packaging colour evaluation


Ink traceability software proves food safety compliance Web Tension and Guiding


Web tension and web guidance, points to consider….


Integrated web tension control with flexibility and accuracy


The challenges facing the labels print market 2025 Software and Controls


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This journal includes editorial photographs provided and paid for by supplier


lpha Converting, a converting machine designer and manufacturer, sponsors our April cover. Established in 1999, they specialise in


high-effi ciency web handling machinery, including slitter rewinders, automatic winders and rewinds. Known for innovative, application-specifi c designs, they serve both domestic and international markets, off ering reliable, cost-eff ective solutions to meet customer needs and ensure long machine lifespans.


Editor’s Comment & News


James Cropper redefines possibilities of packaging with Nathan Ward collaboration


Maximize Output and Qualitywith Buskro's Print Automation Solutions


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