Finishing - Digital

Matt Bennett has been named to the position of VP of sales and general manager of Highcon Americas. Bennett has previously worked in various positions with AVT, HP and Heidelberg, and will be responsible for sales operations in the United States and Canada.

Paper Specs, a resource for printing and packaging designers, sent us a VIP Sample box that was filled with unique and interesting samples. However, there was one that stood out in particular — a series of diecut calendars finished using a Highcon Euclid III. Check out this video for a closer look at these digital diecutting capabilities, which can create amazing designs in a variety of printing and packaging applications.

One of the most important tasks a brand has is to maintain a positive perception among consumers. Package printers and converters can play an important role by providing the right packaging embellishments.

Highcon has launched the latest in the Highcon Euclid series, the Highcon Euclid IIIC. This latest machine extends the range of the third generation Highcon Euclid cutting and creasing machines into corrugated and fluted substrates.

In a recent packagePRINTING webinar, "Streamlining Your Digital Workflow with In-line Finishing" two experts discussed the advantages of pairing a digital press with in-line finishing, what factors need to be considered when making the decision to transition to this workflow and what the process is like to make the transition.

MGI, Konica Minolta and Embossing Plus, a trade finisher in Minnesota, have announced the launch of the first JETvarnish 3D Evolution (Evo) print enhancement services program in the United States.

This webinar will offer advice and best practices for companies that intend to use a digital press to bring in new work.

As digital finishing is opening up new windows for brands and converters to develop creative packaging and improve efficiencies, two converters shared their digital finishing experiences with packagePRINTING.

Swiss Pack Canada, a leading producer and innovator of high-quality flexible packaging, is installing the HP Indigo Pack Ready Lamination solution to work with its HP Indigo 20000 digital press to produce the “fastest package” in North America.

The benefits of digital printing are well-known in the industry, but in-line finishing could be the answer to a more streamlined production process.