Manufacturing & Industry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 is set to return to Messe Berlin from May 6-9, offering a dynamic platform for professionals in the specialty print and signage sector. This leading European exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity to connect with key industry players, explore cutting-edge technologies, and discover the latest trends shaping the future of print.

Where Visionaries Meet

FESPA Global Print Expo is renowned as a hub for innovation and collaboration, bringing together experts, brands, and businesses from across the print landscape. Attendees can expect to:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 14, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is set to showcase its groundbreaking digital ecosystem for end-to-end print production at the upcoming Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025. This innovative solution, centered around the Jetfire 50 B3 sheetfed inkjet system and the new Stahlfolder Fireline nearline postpress solution, promises to revolutionize the way print shops handle short runs and achieve maximum efficiency.

Addressing the Challenges of Short-Run Printing

The printing industry is increasingly driven by the demand for short runs, requiring print shops to adapt and optimize their production processes. HEIDELBERG recognizes this challenge and has developed a digital ecosystem that minimizes manual intervention and maximizes profitability.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 14, 2025 – swissQprint is taking its flatbed range to a new level of productivity, precision and application diversity based off a totally reworked platform. The new models are 23% faster than their predecessors and all come with 10 freely configurable color channels.

“Our flatbed Generation 5 is based on the same robust platform as the successful high-end Kudu model, which has proven itself worldwide over the past two years,” says Carmen Eicher, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at swissQprint. Over 100 satisfied customers have already experienced the platform’s performance, profitability and reliability. “With the new range and the performance spread between the respective models, we are appealing to an even broader customer base,” adds Carmen Eicher.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 10, 2025 – Food Africa and pacprocess MEA 2024, held in Cairo from December 3rd to 5th, have concluded with resounding success, setting new benchmarks for the food, beverage, processing, and packaging industries in the MEA region and Africa. The interpack alliance trade fairs attracted over 1,000 exhibitors from 35 countries and a record-breaking 31,000 visitors, solidifying their position as the premier industry events in the region.

A Dynamic Hub for Innovation and Networking

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 10, 2025 – The Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) 2024, held from November 18 to 20, 2024, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, concluded with a resounding success, drawing significant interest from the international processing and packaging industry. As a member of the interpack alliance, swop leveraged its strong network and solidified its position as a leading platform for industry innovation and collaboration.

A Global Hub for Packaging Excellence

With an exhibition space exceeding 65,000 square meters, swop 2024 hosted over 900 exhibitors from numerous industrial nations. The three-day event attracted a total of 33,192 trade visitors from around the world, fostering a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange and partnerships, particularly in the evolving landscape of global supply chains.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Ricoh today announced a significant enhancement to its digital print production capabilities with the launch of its new High Caliper Media Customization service. This innovative upgrade for the Ricoh Pro™ C9500 digital color sheetfed press enables printing on a wider range of substrates, with thicknesses of up to 800 microns now supported. This opens up a world of possibilities for Print Service Providers (PSPs) looking to expand their offerings and deliver high-impact applications.

Unlocking New Opportunities with High Caliper Media

The High Caliper Media Customization service significantly broadens the application range of the Ricoh Pro C9500. PSPs can now confidently tackle diverse and creative print projects, including:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Germany GmbH in Mannheim is renowned for its commitment to employee training, having been an early adopter of augmented reality (AR) in its production facilities. However, traditional training methods, whether on-site or online, often face limitations in terms of time, planning, and flexibility. To address these challenges, Coca-Cola Mannheim has partnered with KHS to implement the innovative Virtual Training Center (VTC).

KHS Virtual Training Center: A Game Changer for Employee Learning

The KHS VTC offers a unique solution for employee training, allowing operators and maintenance personnel to learn at their own pace and convenience. By utilizing a digital twin of the production line, employees can familiarize themselves with specific functions and procedures without disrupting production schedules.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Ricoh is setting new standards in reliability and sustainability in the monochrome production printing market with its new Pro™ 8400S and Pro™ 8410(S)/8420(S) series. This innovative series builds upon the success of its predecessors, the Ricoh Pro™ 8300S and Pro™ 8310(S)/8430(S), to deliver next-generation productivity enhancements for a wide range of on-demand applications with fast turnaround times.

Enhanced Features for Increased Productivity

The Pro 8400 series offers a host of features designed to optimize workflow and maximize output:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is entering its anniversary year with a dynamic growth strategy. Marking its 175th anniversary on March 11th, 2025, the company has evolved from its humble beginnings as a bell foundry in Frankenthal, Germany, to a global leader in technology and complete solutions for printing and packaging applications. HEIDELBERG is ready to tackle future challenges head-on with a clear vision for expansion.

Growth Strategy: Targeting Over €300 Million in Revenue Potential

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 19, 2024 – Ricoh, a global leader in office solutions, has expanded its portfolio with the introduction of three new A4 color systems: the IM C320F, M C320FW, and P C375. These innovative printing and multifunction systems are designed to seamlessly integrate into any work environment, combining high efficiency with groundbreaking sustainability features.

Boosting Productivity with Powerful Features

These new models are compact and space-saving, yet offer a high degree of functionality with their powerful printing and scanning capabilities. They boast a short warm-up time of fewer than 32 seconds and achieve a print speed of 32 pages per minute in simplex mode, enhancing productivity in today's fast-paced office environments.