ACQUISITIONS & EVOLUTIONS

A decade of ARMOR-IIMAK’s expansion in SA

ARMOR-IIMAK’s journey in South Africa began with the establishment of a 1 170m2 head office and plant in Gauteng in 2014. Over the years, the…

Pioneering precision: Richflex unveils BOBST VISION CI press during Open Days

Held at end-to-end flexible packaging solution service provider Richflex’s premises in Centurion, Gauteng, the event marked the official launch of the newly installed BOBST…

Packaging World unleashes ALPHAFLEX power

This acquisition marks a significant upgrade in its manufacturing capabilities, promising to enhance service delivery and product quality for customers. Despite being an cost-effective…

Platinum Packaging reinvents production with BOBST’s oneECG

in customised flexible packaging and labelling solutions for a diverse range of industries, including FMCG, agrochemical, pharmaceutical, automotive and construction. Founded in 2019, Platinum…

ActivAfrica revolutionises ISO compliance with Activ software

At the helm of ActivAfrica is managing director Gary Naudé, a seasoned ISO consultant with over 25 years of industry expertise. Drawing from his…

Prism Inks: a decade of innovation

Reflecting on the past decade, managing director Gerald Padayachee shares the company’s journey, innovations and vision for the future. ‘When we first started, we…

EFFICIENCIES

Eagle Systems: print’s ‘wow factor’ unleashed

In the competitive landscape of product displays, the battle for consumer attention is intense. Eagle Systems understands this challenge and introduces the ‘wow’ factor…

Fit-for-purpose expertise

‘Self-adhesive labels need the use of powerful adhesives that aren’t always recyclable or ecologically friendly,’ says Siyaka’s head of special projects, Jessica Busa. ‘Shrink…

Rotocon.worldnews October 2023

Graphic Packaging International, based in Nigeria, has recently benefited from the installation of the EyeC ProofRunner Web 800 inspection system (thanks to print technology…

Age of the all-in-one system beckons

According to general manager of NSI Label, Shawn Bezuidenhout, the postpress equipment running in today’s print shops probably won’t be a perfect fit for…

Rotocon.worldnews September 2023

When faced with increasing production costs, print service providers (PSPs) may be tempted to save money by buying low-cost, unbranded, or white-label printer inks…

Sustainable solutions in a tough economic climate

With South Africa’s relentless energy crisis and high cost of supplemental power to mitigate load-shedding, energy consumption remains top of mind for Print Service…

SUSTAINABILITY

The value of human sustainable packaging

Michelle explains the three imperatives of human sustainable packaging. ‘Firstly, it must have a low carbon footprint. Not only must it be manufactured using…

FSC Africa finalises advisory committee

The Africa advisory committee was first launched by FSC Africa during the regional members meeting held in Accra, Ghana in August 2022 with six…

SAPRO recognises Best Recycled Plastic Products

It was a night to remember as more than 100 industry members, role players, award nominees and key decision-makers turned up for the ninth…

ALPLA breaks ground on KZN bottle-to-bottle recycling facility

ALPLA awarded the JBCC contract to Abbeydale and maintained the professional team of the same companies that successfully delivered in many areas during the…

Green talk with Extrupet’s Chandru Wadhwani

With environmental sustainability and climate change key concerns in food production, it was appropriate to have invited Chandru Wadhwani, joint managing director of PET…

Partnering for a better future

Collectively, the two organisations have taken a stand to positively impact the South African packaging landscape not only through the successful development and conversion…

DIGITAL

Driving digital die-cutting technologies

‘With the four cornerstones of packaging production – connectivity, digitalisation, automation and sustainability – front of mind, Bobst’s vision is to create a seamless…

Versatility and digitisation are key

Paul Cox, MD of Ronnie Cox Graphic Supplies, the South African distributor, explains that the NSF die-cutting, creasing, foiling, embossing and foil-fusing range of…

Easy-to-implement embellishments

An EcoLeaf prototype was first demonstrated at drupa 2016, before ACTEGA acquired Landa’s Metallography and created its MetalPrint division to further develop Landa’s patents…

Rotocon’s Cracking News September 2020

Labellink, a division of WA Stemmet Consulting, recently invested in a Wink’s SmartGap® TOUCH adjustable anvil cylinder to enhance the die-cutting capabilities of its…

Smart technology spotlights labels

Sophiscticated production technologies unlock the realm of design possibilities for brand owners and designers of pressure-sensitive labels. On increasingly crowded retail shelves, this packaging…

Rotocon’s Cracking News July 2020

Dash Labels recently invested in an MPS EF 330 six-colour flexo press, distributed locally by Rotocon. Although lockdown caused unforeseen situations, the Rotocon team…

Packaging Spotlight

Anchortape: honouring 15 years of excellence

From humble beginnings in Amalgam, Johannesburg in 2009, with a modest team of a few individuals, Anchortape has expanded its product portfolio and service…

Fujifilm set to imPRESS

Fujifilm (8B/A02) has applied its industry-leading inkjet technologies and know-how to flexible packaging, having launched the Jet Press FP790 last year. According to Fujifilm Graphic…

Empowering technological transformations

Under the theme of ‘The Power to Move’ Canon’s 4 600m2 stand (8A/B41-1 – B41-8) will simulate real-world operations and end-to-end production solutions, which…

Grand showcase for BOBST

BOBST (10/B30-1–B30-3) will unveil groundbreaking innovations spanning flexible packaging, labels, folding cartons, corrugated board and services. Key announcements include enhancements to BOBST Connect, a…

Propak Cape wins Excellence in Marketing Award

Among the distinguished awardees were Specialised Exhibitions, a prominent division of the esteemed Montgomery Group, which garnered recognition for its outstanding achievements in marketing…

DIGI COMPACT in the spotlight

Visit Prati’s stand (16/A42) at drupa to explore a revolutionary realm of label and packaging converting and finishing equipment. Taking centre stage is the…

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