ACQUISITIONS & EVOLUTIONS

60 years of Pro-Print: power, passion and precision

Founded by the Roberts family in 1964, Pro-Print has evolved from a modest operation into a trailblazer in lithographic printing, dominating the pharmaceutical, healthcare and cosmetics…

Mastering the art of packaging design

WHAT began as a side hustle for IFP’s managing director Bernard Verwey soon transformed into a fully fledged business. He started out creating packaging…

Morgancoat: where innovation meets local craftsmanship

‘We pride ourselves on quality and service,’ comments managing director Marc Black. ‘From barcode labels to full-colour product labels, there’s a good chance that…

RAM Labels: reaching new heights with a formidable team

Founded in 2016, RAM Labels has skyrocketed to prominence in the Cape labelling market. With over 20 years of industry experience, owner Thomas Veenstra attributes…

Apex boosts global embossing offering with Schepers investment

Announced at drupa 2024, the acquisition of the new Schepers Digilas 5000 expands Apex’s capabilities to supply its customers with embossing rollers that deliver…

A technological leap for Label Link

Label Link embarked on its digital transformation journey in 2018 with the acquisition of the SCREEN Truepress Jet L350UV+ inkjet press and the ROTOCON…

EFFICIENCIES

Rotoflex VLI series: a game changer in quality control

Paul Bouwer, director of SArepco – the representative agent for Mark Andy/Rotoflex in South Africa – has long been an evangelist for the cutting-edge capabilities…

Get the LED out: the benefit of COOL UV LED systems

This is according to Wayne van Zyl, owner of Litho Sales & Label, the representing agent and distributor for COOL UV equipment in South…

Unlocking a multitude of potential

Aziza Mahomed, business development manager at Kemtek, highlights the partnership with Epson as a pivotal step in empowering PSPs to unlock exceptional, precision printing…

MIS: navigating printing company complexities

Print service providers (PSPs) in South Africa face a unique set of challenges. Aside from the daily grind of running a business – sales…

Redefining die service and expertise

This company mission dates back to 1996 when group CEO Michael Aengenvoort embarked on a journey to revolutionise die manufacturing in South Africa. Identifying…

A (die) cut above the rest

ONE such company, Colourtone Aries, recently took a significant leap forward in its operations with the installation of the Eterna ECUT 1060 ELITE die-cutting…

SUSTAINABILITY

Clean-up & Recycle SA Week 2024: join the green revolution

Douw Steyn, sustainability director at Plastics SA, emphasises that the entire month of September will be a testament to environmental stewardship, focusing on cleaning…

Innovation in lubricant packaging: ALPLA Durban’s groundbreaking three-layer PCR bottle

This launch is not just a first for Engen but also a landmark achievement for the South African lubricant market. We spoke with Debra…

Mamata’s serious about sustainability

Anticipating the evolving consumer mindset nearly a decade ago, exhibitor Mamata embarked on a pioneering journey into recyclable packaging machines and sustainable solutions for…

Turning plastic waste into cash

The reverse vending machines will be located at select Pick ‘n Pay outlets across the country. Customers can trade their recyclable waste for vouchers,…

Investing in end use markets

MD Klaus Plenge explained that Tetra Pak is dedicated to expanding collection and recycling efforts in South Africa with the goal of keeping materials…

Solvent recovery system savings

It has become necessary for printing industry players to adapt to the reality of becoming more sustainable in order to survive and be profitable….

DIGITAL

Driving digital excellence and productivity

‘Label printers require new business models and technology investments that enable quicker turnaround times and cater for changing customer needs, including multiple versions, short…

The ‘ABG’s of label trends

Matt elaborates on the Covid effect in the UK. ‘More time at home through lockdowns, with less commuting and intercity travel, drove up interest…

Digital diversifies prototyping and hybrid formats

In January, iPak’s digital plant invested in Caldera Grandrip+, installed by Midcomp, to improve the workflow between its wide-format digital printers – the JHF…

Digital delivers one-pass security enhancements

THE global market for security printing and brand protection is forecast to grow from $30-billion in 2019/2020 to $36-billion by 2024. Security printing in…

Multi-process platform promotes product identification

This means converters now require the flexibility of offering flexo varnishing, primer, die-cutting and inspection, as well as added value screen applications for tactile…

Rotocon’s Cracking News January 2021

GTV LABEL MASTER, a Durban-based label converter, recently invested in South Africa’s first ROTOCON ECOLINE RFP 340 flexo printing press, and a complementary ECOLINE…

Packaging Spotlight

XSYS innovation

We caught up with the XSYS Global team, Gordon Smith (director, XSYS South Africa) and Paul Campbell (sales director, XSYS Northern Europe & EEMA),…

HEIDELBERG shines at drupa: a new era in print technology

The energy at drupa 2024 was electrifying and among the industry giants showcasing groundbreaking innovations, HEIDELBERG stood out with a powerful presence. PPM had the privilege of sitting…

Slow clap for Canon

Canon, a premier provider of end-to-end, digital production print solutions and services, recognised drupa 2024 as its most successful to date in terms of customer…

Steering the surge of paper stock demand

Grant Watson, Rotolabel‘s executive for national sales, observes: ‘We’re definitely seeing wine label designs trend towards richer, thicker, uncoated paper stocks and materials and…

ROTOCON’s stellar showcase at drupa 2024

Initially, the Aengenvoort family intended to spend a few days connecting with principals. However, the dynamic atmosphere and a whirlwind of business meetings with…

Shelf-appeal is imperative

To gain insight into the current landscape and future trajectories of South Africa’s niche beauty and cosmetics labelling sector, PPM sat down with Rotolabel’s…

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