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C&T to achieve 40 per cent waste reduction
By Converter on November 20, 2019C&T Matrix, (C&T), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of creasing matrix and accessories, has set objectives to reduce manufacturing waste by up to 40 per cent by 2022 through initiatives such as recycling selected waste streams produced during manufacture. It will do this by transforming manufacturing processes at its UK production plant and investing in new technology. As part […] -
Zenith orders second hybrid press and adds three new guillotines
By Converter on September 30, 2019Zenith Print Group has signed an order for a second a hybrid (UV and conventional inks) Speedmaster XL 106-5+LX3, a B1 five-colour with coater. It will be delivered in January. The first press of this specification went in last year opening up new packaging and commercial work. This will be the third press in its line-up (the third is a […] -
Rotometrics installs first Versa-Cut anvils in UK
By Sarah Mead on September 19, 2019Rotometrics, the global manufacturing leader of rotary tooling, has introduced a new range of adjustable anvils called Versa-Cut. Designed with dual adjustment to give the press operator precise control of liner strike, Versa-Cut offers parallel and single-side adjustability to overcome the challenges associated with substrate inconsistencies, thinner liners, and uneven die wear. Neil Lilly, sales director of Rotometrics UK, explained: “Versa-Cut’s […] -
C&T Matrix extends its steel cutting plate range
By Converter on July 23, 2019C&T Channel Matrix has added new sizes to its steel cutting plate portfolio. C&T Channel Matrix, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of creasing matrix, has a wide stock range of steel cutting plates, stripping pins, pin holders, clamps and frames. C&T is now able to offer die makers, box makers and print finishers an extended range of stock and customised […] -
XTC creasing matrix now available in over 1000 variations
By Converter on April 25, 2019XTC Matrix is C&T Channel Matrix’s best-selling matrix giving 100% consistent, cost effective creasing. One of the World’s most advanced creasing make-ready systems and one of the widest ranges available, XTC Matrix is ideal for a wide range of everyday creasing needs for solid or corrugated boards. The matrix can now be purchased exclusively in the UK from its manufacturer […] -
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Martin sells new space-saving splicer at Labelexpo Americas
By Converter on October 30, 2018Martin Automatic captured the imagination of both domestic and the larger-than-usual international presence at this year’s Labelexpo Americas with its space-saving butt splicer. This new MBS model, which features a right-angle turnbar, requires only 1700mm (67in) of floorspace in the running direction. Speaking for the company, Gavin Rittmeyer, VP sales & marketing commented: “The vertical festoons offer many advantages including […] -
Trade Services provider Swanline Print invests in BOBST for die-cutting technology
By Converter on August 21, 2018Swanline Print has invested in a BOBST die-cutter to deliver unrivalled print-to-cut accuracy and provide increased on-site capacity The VISIONCUT 1.6 PR Autoplaten die-cutter with Power Register will enable Swanline to meet growing customer demand for high quality shelf-ready and luxury packaging, andis part of a wider programme of investment at the company to respond to anticipated business growth during […] -
Kalas Packaging unwraps opportunities in personalised packaging with HP – TRESU digital folding carton printing – coating line
By Converter on July 23, 2018Kalas Packaging, the Boston, UK-based packaging converter, is introducing an online personalised gift bag and bottle box service for consumers, with its recently installed digital folding carton printing line, featuring an HP Indigo 30000 Digital Press integrated with a TRESU iCoat 30000 flexo coater On the new one-stop web-to-print service, Vanilla Reindeer, consumers may order premium-quality bottle cartons and rope-handled […] -
eurolaser – New Demo Centre opens in Italy
By Converter on April 18, 2018High-tech CO2 laser systems are in high demand worldwide. In response, eurolaser is now opening an application centre in Italy. Laser systems for automated and large-format textile cutting are particularly sought after. On the heels of this trend, eurolaser are opening new centres of expertise across Europe. In Italy, eurolaser maintains a branch office and, as of April 2018, a […] -
XTC Matrix now available directly from C&T Matrix
By Converter on March 21, 2018XTC Synthetic Matrix is C&T Channel Matrix’s best-selling matrix giving 100 per cent consistent, cost effective creasing The World’s most advanced creasing make-ready system and one of the widest ranges available, XTC Matrix is ideal for a wide range of everyday creasing needs. Formally available from distributor Partwell, the matrix can now only be purchased directly from its manufacturer and […]