Pelican Rotoflex, the Rajkot–based manufacturer of rotogravure presses, coating, coextrusion and solvent–based laminators and slitter rewinders, has announced its participation in the Hiplex 2026 exhibition scheduled to take place from 7 to 10 August 2026, in Hyderabad, India. The company will be stationed at Stand 1B 02 in Hall 01, where it plans to highlight its latest breakthroughs in high-performance printing and slitting equipment manufactured at its facility in Rajkot, Gujarat.
The centerpiece of Pelican’s showcase will be the Solomark-6450, a new-generation rotogravure printing press engineered to deliver superior output while drastically reducing operational expenses. Designed to accommodate short, medium, and long-run jobs on a single machine.
New generation AI efficient gravure for shorter runs
The Solomark-6450 integrates advanced artificial intelligence tools aimed at improving ease of operation, optimizing workflow efficiency, and maintaining consistent quality across varied production scales. Alongside the rotogravure press, Pelican will also demonstrate the Acrostar Turret Type Slitter, another indigenously developed innovation tailored for precision finishing.
Pelican’s participation at Hiplex 2026 underscores its commitment to advancing indigenous engineering and supporting the packaging industry’s evolving demands through advanced automation.
Marketing for the machinery in India is managed in partnership with Reifenhäuser India. Industry professionals and visitors attending the 4–day expo can connect with company representatives, explore live demonstrations and technical consultations at its stand.
