ACQUISITIONS & EVOLUTIONS

Canon expands imagePROGRAF range

These five-colour printers excel in computer-aided design (CAD) and geographic information system (GIS) applications while also delivering vibrant poster prints, making them versatile tools…

Charging ahead: ROTOCON and SA Litho unleash SA’s first Pantec RHINO

Operating alongside ROTOCON’s versatile CHROME RDF 340 digital finishing system, the RHINO E introduces a new era of sophistication to SA Litho’s operations, particularly…

Reifenhäuser partners with Beswick Machinery for blown film lines

Alfred Menhart, Reifenhäuser’s area sales manager, emphasises the synergy between the two companies: ‘By joining forces with Beswick, we are combining its extensive converting…

Next-gen label magic: GIP takes centre stage

The GIP Label Smart 330 is a compact yet formidable option tailored for businesses that require high-quality, short-run label printing. Nicole Anderson, sales specialist…

Dialogic fast-tracks label expansion with ROTOCON

ESTABLISHED in 1987 in the Bavarian town of Weilheim, Dialogic has built a stellar reputation across Europe for its high-quality thermal transfer films. This…

A culture of innovation and teamwork: SAPY’s winning formula

With recent advancements in masterbatch technology and a unique team culture that emphasises growth, innovation and collaboration, SAPY continues to strengthen its position as…

EFFICIENCIES

Taming the static beast: how StatAir is electrifying packaging control

‘Most people don’t realise the role static plays in production issues until it’s already caused expensive problems,’ comments Ross Orwin, owner of StatAir Solutions,…

Digital or die: survive and thrive with GSW’s print, cut and packaging solutions

GSW’s partnership with industry giants means customers have access to a suite of cutting-edge machines. Whether you’re in the market for short-run, high-quality packaging…

Wide format wonder: Canon’s Colorado M-Series

‘UVGEL technology is a breakthrough,’ comments Canon South Africa’s business development manager, Prakash Naidoo. ‘The M-Series offers vibrant, high-quality prints across applications – from…

Rewriting the rules of laser engraving

More than just innovative technology, the PremiumSetter series marks a pivotal shift towards greener, faster and superior printing processes. Area sales manager Jan Leonhardt…

Elevating dies through expert consultation

ROTOCON’s group CEO, Michael Aengenvoort, underscores this commitment: ‘Our team members are more than just representatives, they’re industry insiders who grasp the challenges our…

Absolute success: SONO demos well received

It was the perfect opportunity to give our customers firsthand experience of the system’s effectiveness in cleaning anilox rolls and its ease of use.’…

SUSTAINABILITY

Sealing a sustainable future

SealGlobal.Co’s journey began modestly in 1966 as a UK-based subsidiary. Few could have foreseen its transformation into a global leader, revolutionising both historic packaging…

Print’s not dead: the evolving role of paper in a digital world

Papaerless’ often focuses on reducing office paper, but overlooks the environmental advantages of paper-based packaging. Both office and packaging paper come from sustainably sourced…

Cleaning up flexo’s future with water washout tech

For decades, solvent-based systems have been the industry norm, yet their environmental and health drawbacks are increasingly hard to ignore. Hazardous chemicals, flammable substances and…

Robatech’s cold-glue powers paper bag precision

‘Consumers today want products that are not just functional, but environmentally friendly,’ comments managing director Dominique Schlenk. ‘Our cold-glue application heads enable manufacturers to…

Sustainability meets shelf power

‘We’re committed to sustainability without compromising on performance,’ comments Marc. ‘Through our close partnership with Selva — a leader in world-class shrink sleeve distribution…

Masterbatch magic: driving innovation and sustainability in plastics

AT the forefront of this transformation is Performance Colour Systems (PCS), a division of Ferro, based in Gauteng. Known for their expertise in masterbatch…

DIGITAL

Digital, customised, sustainable: the future of cap manufacturing

SACMI has been a world leader for the production of crown caps manufacturing plants for over 70 years and leads the market in plastic…

Comexi goes digital

‘The Comexi Digiflex offers pre-eminent digital printing of variable data such as Datamatrix variable codes, QR codes, barcodes, alphanumeric text and other numbering and…

GSW drives digital growth across 27 markets

MD and founder Robert Franco explains that GSW has always ensured that customers in South and sub-Saharan Africa have access to a one-stop shop…

Midcomp delivers on digital market dynamics

The industry has been talking about these global trends for years and now it is statistically proven that the ‘one size fits all’ era…

Digital printing brings art to life on coffee bags

According to business development executive, Wendy McLoughlin, print service providers (PSPs) are driving rapid growth in the digital flexible packaging arena. By honing in…

Maximised productivity with minimised footprint

The DC350NANO from Grafisk Maskinfabrik (GM) is ideal for entry-level digital label printers. It can be used as a converter for a small digital…

Packaging Spotlight

Propak Africa: spotlighting smart solutions

Taking place in South Africa at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, from 11-14 March 2025, this triennial event has firmly established itself as the…

An advocate for empowerment

She emphasises her advocacy for empowering women, highlighting that nearly 80% of Packaging World’s management and sales teams are women. ‘This represents a significant…

Empowering growth through inclusivity

Sarah’s journey into the packaging world began serendipitously with a holiday job at Synchron Markings. Her father, Alan Gillet, purchased the company in 1991…

Paving the way for women

Penny’s journey in the packaging industry began at Tetra Pak, where she served as the director of communication for Southern Africa and GMEA: cluster…

The power of female leadership

Under Ursula’s leadership, Banbury has evolved into a beacon of sustainability and innovation, thriving in the competitive African market. ‘We assist customers in making…

Cultivating the label makers of tomorrow

The ROTOCON Student Wine Label Design Competition showcases the talent of young South African label designers. Hosted in collaboration with Tshwane University of Technology…

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