At Labelexpo Europe 2023, to be held in Brussels, Belgium, from 11-14 September, if ACTEGA is showcasing its Ecoleaf and other products, IST METZ will present its product portfolio of UV and LED systems for label printing. Convertech Equipment, on the other hand, will display its range of Doctor blades for standard flexo and gravure printing.
ACTEGA’s Ecoleaf technology and specialty inks and coatings
ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, will exhibit its latest innovations. On display will be a range of ACTEGA’s innovative products designed to enable the production of high-quality labels and packaging with greater visual impact. The extensive range of products showcased include ACTEGA’s haptic effect coating series, LED-UV coatings, white and metallic inks, as well as ACTEGA’s Ecoleaf metallization technology.
One of the key highlights of ACTEGA’s stand will be the live demonstrations of Ecoleaf, the sustainable alternative to traditional metallic decoration. The technology enables printers and converters to significantly reduce the environmental impact of metallic decoration on labels and packaging whilst maintaining the aesthetics and quality standards required by brands.
With a working press and metallization unit running throughout the show, visitors will be able to see this revolutionary technology firsthand, with a range of printed samples also on display, highlighting the versatility of the finished embellishments.
ACTEGA will showcase its specialty inks and coatings for labels and flexible packaging that have been developed with advanced functionality and stand-out shelf appeal in mind. ACTEGA’s range of haptic and visual effect coatings offers brands a way to differentiate their products with a variety of high-value effects designed to capture consumer attention. The effects made possible include soft touch, matte and raised image. ACTEGA’s LED-UV coatings utilise the company’s renowned expertise in coating development to provide numerous functional benefits and energy savings.
Labelexpo visitors will also have a chance to explore ACTEGA’s White and Metallic Inks which are ideal for enhancing label designs and adding a dramatic metallic shine. Opting for metallic inks instead of a traditional foil finishing process is yet another way converters can also improve the recyclability of packaging, as well as reduce waste associated with applying foil.
With its expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence and sustainability, ACTEGA continues to empower brands to achieve their ambitious goals while providing unparalleled support every step of the way.
LED technology for label printing from IST METZ
Equipment manufacturer IST METZ will present its product portfolio of UV and LED systems for label printing. The focus will be on the MBSc, as well as the modular and no-frills Modulux LED systems. Also represented at Labelexpo will be sister company IST Intech, specializing in high-performance LED systems for digital printing.
Modulux specializes in no-frills, modular and robust systems for narrow web flexo printing applications. Modulux is a registered trademark of IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG. The LED systems are specifically tailored to the market requirements of label printing. Whether upgrading or retrofitting: from the basic package to the all-inclusive variant, users can individualize the entire product as well as the optional service package without compromise and invest precisely.
The basic equipment of Modulux systems consists of LED unit, cooling, control cabinet and control system. The systems have an electrical conductivity of 90-100W/cm and a wavelength of 395nm. The concept of Modulux allows users to configure the press individually according to their requirements. The basic equipment can be extended with additional IST technologies such as excimer, inerting or lamp systems. The LED systems are not only space- and energy-saving, thanks to intelligent technologies, error analyses are also possible remotely.
Its sister company IST Intech will present both water- and air-cooled curing solutions for digital printing in the label sector. The UV and LED systems are available in both modular and custom designs. All common systems are equipped with the XT8 booster technology and thus have a plus of 30% more power compared to conventional systems.
Doctor blades from Convertech
Convertech Equipment will display its range of Doctor blades for standard flexo and gravure printing applications as well as for coating applications at Labelexpo Europe. The company will be present at stand no 11a23, hall 11.
Manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality system, the Sureprint Doctor blades are exported to many countries and are available in several varieties and edge configurations.
“We will also be displaying premium blades where it is possible to achieve low friction doctoring with longer running life. Of particular note here are our HST, Series 1000, Excel & Excel Pro blades,” the company said.
