Close×

Digital printing company Xeikon, a division of Flint Group, has launched a self-adhesive label converter in response to demand for more flexible and affordable solutions.

The Xeikon Laser Die-cut Unit (LDU) has been designed to match the 31.5 ft/min speed of the Xeikon 3030 and has the flexibility to be upgraded onsite to a higher power laser.

Its inline configuration with the Xeikon 3030 enables tool- and hassle-free white sheet production, according to the company.

It is a one-man operation which is designed to increase productivity while decreasing human touchpoints.

The Xeikon LDU has a web width of up to 330mm and can handle materials from conventional or other digital presses including PP, Silver PP and PET.

The Xeikon LDU applies varnish, laser die-cuts, slits, and rewinds labels, enabling job changeovers with limited or no setup time.

The laser station can kiss-cut and perforate.

Integration with the Xeikon Front-End via the Vectorizor module ensures smooth and automated label production.

The system covers most of the converting needs for the short-run self-adhesive label market and can run off-line or in-line with the Xeikon 3000 Series.

Food & Drink Business

Animal welfare organisation, Compassion in World Farming (CIWF), has released its APAC EggTrack 2024 Spotlight, which highlights Australian leadership in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for advancing cage-free egg commitments.

One of Australia’s leading lights in advocating for and advancing the fresh produce industry, Michael Simonetta, is retiring as CEO of Perfection Fresh. He will step down on 30 June with Rod Quin appointed his successor. Perfection Fresh chair, Dave Chen, said it was Simonetta’s “visionary leadership” that shaped the company into what it is today.

Premium spirits producer, Sydney Rum Distillery (SRD), is moving operations out of the city and into Muswellbrook’s old Oak milk factory, aiming to capitalise on the growing international recognition of quality Australian distilled spirits.