Kyocera Document Solutions (8A/C20) will introduce the TASKalfa Pro 55000c inkjet printer at drupa. The printer boasts advanced technology (infrared curing and water-based SC/SC+ inks for instant curing), exceptional speed, versatility in handling high-end graphics and various applications, unmatched print quality with ultra-fine dots and reliability with a duty cycle catering to heavy usage and minimal service intervals.  Also look out for its FOREARTH inkjet textile printer that has a simple two-step printing and drying process, meaning no water is used. Click here to read this artic ..read more

With a particular focus on labels, packaging and embellishment, Konica Minolta (8B/A40) and MGI will be helping print companies from around the world to learn how they can take advantage of the efficiency gains of digital print automation and end-to-end production workflows, as well as world-class software solutions. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more

From general commercial printing to large-format production, HP’s (3/B31) vast fleet of printers and presses will be on show for drupa visitors. Look out for the HP PageWide web press for high-volume publishing, HP Indigo V12 digital press for labels and packaging, HP Latex printers for flexible coated/uncoated materials for banners, canvas, wallpaper and more. Additionally, the powerful HP PrintOS workflow software and HP xRServices – mixed reality support tools that reduce downtime through instant remote troubleshooting. Ed’s Note: HP Indigo is represented and distributed in South ..read more

André Garmer, CEO of Heiber & Schroder (10/C36) says he and his team will use drupa to unveil a new, fully redesigned CE1000 tray forming machine, as well as launch a new pre-feeder for the CE. With a servo-driven pusher motion, ready programmed for various tray styles and formats, the CE1000 can produce up to 48 000 perfectly formed trays per hour.   Ed’s Note: Heiber & Schroder is represented and distributed in South Africa by Beswick Machinery. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more

Fujifilm (8B/A02-6) has increased its stand space by 20% to accommodate its much-expanded digital production portfolio at drupa. It’s the perfect platform for Fujifilm to showcase world-class prepress, print and finishing solutions, including the Jet Press 750S and FP790, Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED and newly launched Revoria EC1100 – all designed to give customers a competitive edge. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more

An automated print quality inspection system and UV ink series are some of the highlights that will be showcased by Durst (16/A41). The company’s Hawk Eye quality control system uses camera vision systems to automate print quality on-the-fly, resulting in significantly reduced waste and overall improved print quality. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more

Blumer (15/E20) is delighted to present a world first at drupa: the AG-4220 fully automatic counter-pressure die-cutting machine, specially developed for processing large label formats. It is the only counter-pressure die-cutting machine in the world that can precisely process large formats measuring up to 239 x 420mm. With the help of counter-pressure, it’s able to process paper or plastic materials up to 50 microns.  Ed’s Note: Blumer is represented and distributed in South Africa by Beswick Machinery. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more

BOBST (10/B30-1 & B30-3) eagerly anticipates connecting with industry leaders, sharing insights and fostering collaboration with customers. According to Group CEO Jean-Pascal Bobst, this pivotal event presents a unique platform for BOBST to showcase its strides toward shaping the future of packaging. Firmly rooted in the pillars of digitalisation, automation, connectivity and sustainability, BOBST not only adapts to the evolving landscape but also pioneers a more connected, sustainable and efficient future.  The megatrends of drupa 2024 – digitalisation and sustainability – resonate ..read more

The theme for Baumer HHS’s stand (6/A30) is ‘leaving an innovative fingerprint where others leave a carbon footprint’. The company will focus on sustainability, digitalisation, customer care, innovation and vision. Most of Baumer HHS’s innovations are developed in collaboration with customers and will be exhibited during drupa, including its revolutionary Side Seam gluing solution, the Xcheck DCM for monitoring product mix-ups in sheetfed die-cutters using 2D codes. Visitors will also be able to witness some world premieres at Baumer HHS’s stand. Watch this space. Ed’s Note: Baumer HH ..read more

Ashe Converting (11/A50) will  be showing off a range of machines from its narrow web series, which includes the Opal offline/inline four-spindle glue-less turret rewinder, Solitaire mid-web 800mm wide slitter/rewinder and 1 650mm Diamond wide web duplex slitter/rewinder. Ashe also recently developed automatic knife positioning systems for all forms of rotary shear slitting, razor and crush slitting. Ed’s Note: Ashe Converting is represented and distributed in South Africa by Ipex Machinery. Click here to read this article in the E-mag ..read more