Global Packaging to Install its Second W&H Flexographic Press

LINCOLN, R.I.—Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation announces the sale of a 52˝ (1,320 mm) 8-color PRIMAFLEX CM printing press to Global Packaging. The press will be shipped in June to the company’s Oaks, Pa. facility for installation this summer. This will be Global’s second W&H flexographic press, after the installation of a 10-color NOVOFLEX CM in 2004.

According to company President Michael Frost, Global’s investment in the 8-color PRIMAFLEX will add significantly more printing capacity to its current manufacturing operations. “We have always purchased the best printing equipment available in the marketplace, and the PRIMAFLEX is a continuation of this approach,” he explains. “The press is a natural addition to our line up of high quality printing equipment.”

Frost further explains that Global Packaging’s decision to invest in the PRIMAFLEX was based on the strength of the company’s existing relationship with W&H and because the press’s design and functionality met Global’s job requirements. “The press is designed to print top quality product at high line speeds, while also allowing for fast job changeovers. This will help Global Packaging fulfill our commitment to our customers to consistently deliver high quality printed packaging with excellent lead times.”

Global Packaging specializes in branded and private label packaging for a variety of markets including personal hygiene and diaper products, cosmetic and paper products, as well as food packaging. Since its inception in 1996, the company has made it a priority to offer its customers the highest quality flexible packaging, extraordinary quality assurance, and competitive cost structures, while at the same time maintaining a clean and environmentally safe manufacturing facility.

The PRIMAFLEX CM, purchased by Global Packaging, features 8 color decks, a maximum material width of 52˝ (1,320 mm) and a maximum printing width of 50˝ (1,270 mm). Production speeds measure up to 1300 fpm (400 m/min) and print repeats range from 14.5˝ – 31.5˝ (370 – 800 mm). The press also features W&H’s TURBOCLEAN 600A inking and wash-up system. This system automatically cleanses the printing decks, anilox roll and doctor blade chamber using a variety of selectable wash-up programs, and is suitable for both solvent and water based inks.