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Dive Into Digital

With brands more discerning than ever before, converters must be able to offer the highest quality at any run length – and in faster times.

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By: Greg Hrinya

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Digital is no longer a luxury in the label printing world. Demand has always existed for customization, personalization, embellishment, and quick-turn orders. But with brands more discerning than ever before, converters must be able to offer the highest quality at any run length – and in faster times. The latest digital printing products on the market today make these requests realistic. L&NW has long focused on the importance of digital printing technology, as our annual November/December issue is dedicated to all things digital. Learn about how the newest solutions can transform your business today.

DOMINO

NEW! Domino N410 digital LED inkjet label press. Entry-level, low-cost digital press from a trusted supplier with world-class service & support.  The N410 has a small footprint with height 7.2 ft (2.2m) / depth 6.5ft (2m) / length 13.7ft (4.2m), integrated control cabinets saving valuable floor space, and fast installation and setup time. It produces labels at print speeds up to 164 fpm (50 m/m). N410 has a 13” web width, provides consistent 5-color CMYK+W print, and enables production of high-quality labels with 600dpi resolution for a wide range of applications. Energy-efficient LED. Low power consumption. Sustainable & cost-effective.

https://www.dominodigitalprinting.com/products/n410

A B Graphic International

Digital, accurate and high-speed laser cutting 
ABG’s all new DigiLase Duo offers digital, accurate and high-speed laser cutting for intricate shapes, now available with two independent laser sources! With fully automated job changeovers and an auto compiler to calibrate the most accurate laser path, correct power and the right job speed, it’s the go to digital solution for laser cutting.  Plus, ABG’s DigiJet digital embellishment solution can also be retrofitted, offering  tool-less applications with multiple processes in one pass, including spot varnishing, cold foiling and tactile screen on any size print run, perfectly finishing pre-printed web

https://abgint.com/products/digilase/

Anytron

Anytron introduces ANY-JET II Plus 2025, the upgraded all-in-one digital label solution
Anytron has launched ANY-JET II Plus 2025, the next generation of its inline digital label system. The updated model features an easier detachable conveyor module, supporting roll-to-part sticker production and quick conversion to roll-to-roll label outputβ€”offering flexible operation within a compact footprint.

This 3-in-1 solution combines high-speed digital printing, laminating, and precision laser cutting, now enhanced with AIMS (Automatic Inline Management Software). AIMS automates key prepress tasks such as job sorting, auto nesting, cut-line creation, and QR/black-mark placement, enabling a ready-to-run workflow with minimal manual setup.

With camera-based Auto Control Position and Auto Job Change, the ANY-JET II Plus 2025 ensures precise registration, smooth transitions, and reliable productivity for both label and pouch applications.

https://www.anytron.com

Arrow Systems Inc.

Arrow Systems, Inc. unleashes the power of water-based pigment inkjet for labels and packaging with their ever-expanding range of ArrowJet Aqua line. 

The latest additions to the line include the ArrowBolt Hybrid Pro M, which features print speeds up to 450’/min and ArrowJet Aqua Pro, using the latest DuraCore print technology. 

In addition to Arrow’s wide range of digital printing equipment, they also offer a line of digital finishing equipment giving their customers a complete end to end solution for label production. 

To learn more about the latest in water-based pigment solutions for labels and packaging visit:

https://www.arrsys.com

BOBST

The DIGITAL MASTER 340 from BOBST is a proven modular, all-in-one label press redefining production flexibility and efficiency. With a 340 mm print width, it integrates UV inkjet digital printing, flexo, and converting modules in a single pass, achieving 100 m/min at full 1200 dpi resolution in four or six colours plus optional digital white. Combining digital agility with flexo productivity, it delivers consistent quality, outstanding uptime, and minimal waste. Fully modular and upgradeable, the DIGITAL MASTER 340 allows label producers to adapt to changing market demands while maintaining speed, precision, and total control across the entire workflow.

https://www.bobst.com/usen/products/digital-all-in-one/digital-all-in-one-printing-presses/overview/machine/digital-master-340

Canon

Canon’s LabelStream LS2000 is a water-based digital inkjet roll to roll label press designed to serve the surging demand for digital, high-quality label converting. The LabelStream LS2000 implements many newly developed Canon technologies highlighted by high-density aqueous ink, thermal printheads, advanced fixing system, and a variety of automation features to support efficient production. Built on water-based inkjet technology, the LabelStream LS2000 is an excellent solution designed for label converters looking for a reliable, productive, and flexible digital press that can help users fulfill the demand for shorter runs of diverse, self-adhesive labels. The LabelStream LS2000 is a five-color (CMYK plus white) inkjet label press that prints at speeds of up to 40 m/min with a maximum printing width of 340 mm.

https://www.usa.canon.com/business/products/production-printing/labelstream-ls2000

Cartes USA Inc.

Pioneering innovation in label finishing since 1970, CARTES has been dedicated to the design and manufacturing of premium label embellishment and converting equipment.

Innovation drives CARTES’ reliable, tool-less, and automated solutions.

In 1999, the company pioneered LASER die-cutting for self-adhesive labels and, in 2015, patented invisible laser cutting for dark materials.

In 2019, CARTES introduced JET D-SCREEN, a proprietary digital technology for multilayer effects, raised embellishments, Braille, and 3D foiling – all without tooling.

In 2023, the company received the Label Industry Global Award for its fully automated digital finishing line, combining JET D-SCREEN, metallic doming, and LASER converting β€” a recognition of CARTES’ relentless commitment to innovation.

https://www.cartes-usa.com

Colordyne Technologies

Colordyne Technologies, a leader in high-speed, high-resolution inkjet print engines, offers innovative solutions for label and packaging converters. The company’s 3800 Series Water-Based and UV-LED inkjet engines feature an open-source system architecture, providing unmatched flexibility. With Mechanical Piezo print head technology, converters can customize ink chemistries, components, and performance configurations to meet specific production needs. Colordyne’s retrofit approach integrates inkjet technology seamlessly into existing production lines, boosting productivity and profitability. Offering modular designs that adapt as technology evolves, Colordyne empowers customers to stay ahead of market demands while minimizing costs.

https://www.colordynetech.com/post/flexible-inkjet-system-architecture

Cyngient

Cyngient is redefining what’s possible in narrow web digital label converting. Built on the belief that performance and creativity must go hand in hand, Cyngient delivers advanced inks, coatings, adhesives, and high-impact embellishments that help brands stand out on crowded retail shelves. With a full R&D platform, application labs, and fast-turn manufacturing, Cyngient supports digital label printers throughout North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. With over 100 years of combined industry experience, Cyngient offers personalized, market-leading products and custom-built solutions backed by unmatched expertise. Through close partnerships with converters and OEMs, Cyngient brings ingenuity, reliability, and award-winning solutions to market. When performance matters, the industry turns to Cyngient.

https://www.cyngient.com

Dantex

Dantex PicoColour – Compact. Capable. Cost-Effective.
The new PicoColour from Dantex redefines entry-level digital printing. Combining the trusted heritage of its predecessor with the latest UV inkjet technology, this compact press delivers outstanding print quality and performance at an accessible price point. Capable of 50 m/min with a 254 mm print width, PicoColour integrates inline finishing, including die-cutting, lamination and matrix removal, within the same small footprint. Designed and built entirely in the UK to Zone 1, CE and UL standards, it offers high efficiency, reliability and sustainability. The ideal choice for converters ready to scale their digital production.

https://dantex.com/new-picocolour/

Delta ModTech

Precision in Motion – Delta ModTech is a global manufacturer of precision converting, packaging, and coating systems designed for high-performance applications including RFID, medical, and label production. Engineered with advanced servo control and modular flexibility, Delta ModTech systems can embed, encode, verify, and finish RFID inlays inline with unmatched accuracy. From standalone modules to fully integrated production lines, each solution is configured to meet exact process requirements; offering rapid changeovers, reduced waste, and consistent quality. With over four decades of innovation and support, Delta ModTech empowers converters to deliver reliable, high-efficiency label production for evolving smart-label marketsβ€―

https://www.deltamodtech.com/rfid-manufacturing/

Durst

Durst is opening the next chapter in digital labels printing with the new G3 line. Built on the proven RSC design, users benefit from maximum print quality, easy operation, integrated software solutions, and a platform designed for reliability and future-proof performance. 

This powerhouse platform can reach speeds up to 100 m/min, depending on configuration, with impressive 1,200 dpi resolution, and offers a variety of printing widths. Supporting CMYK plus extended gamut options, the G3 line is the choice for maximum reliability, minimal complexity and exceptional performance.

G3 is the perfect embodiment of effortless engineering, unwavering reliability and exceptional performance.

https://durstus.com/label/tau-g3-peak/

FUJIFILM

Welcome to the Future of Flexible Packaging
Experience unprecedented innovation and efficiency in the flexible packaging market with the Fujifilm J Press FP790. Designed for converters and printers who need to meet the challenges of evolving market dynamics, the FP790 combines high-speed, eco-friendly digital inkjet technology with industry-leading print quality and workflow automation.

Built to integrate seamlessly into existing finishing processes, the FP790 eliminates traditional plate-making, minimizes waste, and accelerates time-to-market. With its breakthrough water-based inkjet system and Smart Digital Front End workflow, this press delivers superior performance that meets the stricter sustainability and regulatory standards demanded by today’s flexible packaging industry.

https://print-us.fujifilm.com/products/inkjet-production-presses/j-press-fp790

Compact and Efficient. Gallus Alpha.

The Gallus Alpha offers a professional and straightforward entry into digital label printing. Combining high-quality output, a user-friendly interface, and HEIDELBERG-Gallus’ trusted reliability, this compact system is ideal for smaller print runs and fast turnaround times. Its monoblock design allows quick setup and seamless integration, whether complementing existing equipment or serving as a standalone digital solution. 

With a 340 mm printing width, the Alpha supports CMYK plus white, with optional orange and violet for expanded color possibilities. Delivering sharp 1200Γ—1200 dpi resolution at speeds up to 65 m/min, the Gallus Alpha provides cost-effective, efficient access to digital label production for fast-moving markets

https://gallus-group.com/en

GM

Pushing the Boundaries of Digital Label Finishing for Wine, Spirits, and Premium Brands
Precision, creativity, and efficiency meet in GM’s DC350Flex with the DVM350 Digital Varnish Module. This advanced configuration delivers spot varnish, tactile effects, and metallic accents directly from digital files – no plates or tooling required. Ideal for high-end wine, spirits, and specialty labels, it combines digital flexibility with premium finishing quality. Backed by decades of digital finishing know-how, our machines deliver fast changeovers, consistent results, and modular scalability to meet evolving production needs. Converters gain the freedom to create distinctive, shelf-ready labels that reflect craftsmanship and strengthen brand identity.

https://gmfinishing.com

Mark Andy

Mark Andy’s Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 redefines performance for digital label production. Running at 480 fpm while maintaining resolution above 1200 dpi, it’s the fastest press in the marketplace – doubling previous speeds and delivering up to 4X faster ROI. With single or full-color VDP, high-opacity white, and CMYKOV or CMYKOVG options, it supports short-run flexibility and exceptional quality. The integrated ProWORX DFE streamlines job setup and color control. Whether configured hybrid or roll-to-roll, the HighSpeed 1200 allows converters to reduce turnaround time, increase throughput by 46%, and move the flexo crossover point by 60%. It’s a future-ready solution for converters prioritizing speed, quality, and profitability.

https://go.markandy.com/HS1200

Nobelus

Nobelus specialty finishes for prime labels help converters make their mark as retail shelf space continues to grow more competitive. From luxurious soft touch and rugged sandpaper to durable scratch resistance and a shimmering holographic pattern, these adhesive-free films are the ideal way to draw in high-end brands, enter new market segments, and significantly increase product margins. Layer them with stamping, spot varnish, die cutting, and other embellishments to create truly unforgettable labels brands and consumers love. Learn more about our label finishes and innovative line of flexible packaging solutions by visiting the Nobelus website.

https://www.nobelus.com

SCREEN

SCREEN, a leading provider of inkjet solutions, has expanded its portfolio to address a variety of label and packaging applications. The Trupress LABEL 350UV SAI Series enables short-run label production on multiple substrates using six colors plus a high-opacity white. A new jetted primer also allows UV printing on previously challenging substrates.

For the flexible packaging market, SCREEN’s Truepress PAC 830F aqueous inkjet press aims to be a game-changer. Additionally, the new Truepress PAC 520P brings sustainability to the pouch market with paper-based printing using aqueous inks designed for food safety. And, the just-announced Truepress LABEL 520AQ provides high-quality printing to synthetic label stocks using aqueous inks at speeds and capacity levels unmatched in the market.

SCREEN’s growing range of label and packaging solutions continues to offer printers increased ease and versatility during production.

https://www.screenamericas.com/labels-and-packaging/

Styers Equipment Company/PPSI

β€œThe DiceWeb Series from Styers Equipment/PPSI fits all digital budgets/ROI’s extremely well…save 60-70% over the cost of a  NEW 13-20” Offline Digital Press (HP, Domino, etc.) with Finisher (ABG, GM, etc.)  or NEW Flexo Hybrid from Omet, CEI, Mark Andy, Nilpeter, PCMC/Aquaflex, etc.”

Speeds from 150-300 FPM; 600 x 600 or 1200 x 1200 Resolution
No printing plates/ No set up time/in register immediately print to print (with spot)/print to die
Register spot colors seamlessly with Drop on Demand
Next to zero waste being in register upon print β€œGO”
Water Based or LED Drying-Inter-pinning and Final/No ventilation needed/Lower Power Consumption than conventional UV Mercury
Full Variable Data- QR codes, bar codes, consecutive numbering, source files, etc.

https://vimeo.com/1094816448?share=copy&fl=cl&fe=ci

Xaar

Xaar Versatex – Digital Label Embellishment Printbar
Xaar’s Versatex Printbar integrates seamlessly with existing web-based label printing systems allowing you to bringing digital embellishment – varnish and cold foil, or digital high opacity white to your analogue and digital label presses or converting line.

Why Choose Versatex?
1. Create stunning gloss, matte, digital cold foil and Braille effects with our High Laydown and High Viscosity varnish Technologies.
2. Print up to 85% opacity white preprint
3. Full turnkey solution complete with auto-maintenance station, and integrated workflow,

Reduce setup time. Cut costs. Boost productivity. The Versatex Printbar empowers label converters to push creative boundaries and stand out in a crowded market

https://www.xaar.com/products/print-engines/xaar-versatex-printbar

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