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Label & Narrow Web covers the manufacture of labels & products using narrow web technology. We report on products, technologies, markets, trends, news & more

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Under the new setup, @Nilpeter GmbH has assumed responsibility for the Czech Republic, while Eurotop Grafix is now responsible for supporting customers in Slovakia. Both organizations have worked closely with Nilpeter for many years and bring extensive technical expertise, local market knowledge, and a proven track record in supporting flexographic printers.

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Erik Pedersen, Global Customer Care manager, @Nilpeter, says, “Our ambition is always to be as close to our customers as possible. By strengthening our local presence with experienced partners, we can provide even faster support, shorter response times, and the high level of service our customers expect."

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.@Nilpeter has strengthened its sales and service organization in the Czech Republic and Slovakia through an updated regional support structure, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to customers across both markets. #labels #flexo

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Converters running @HP Indigo presses continue to seek ways to improve productivity, reduce waste, and simplify operational complexity. Sun Chemical has engineered new HP primer technology to address these challenges. #labels #labelleaders #inks #primers

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Badger Tag & Label has expanded its digital production capabilities with the installation of a Durst Tau RSC-E narrow web digital inkjet press and complementary Aztech finishing system. The investment follows the family-owned converter’s 90th anniversary in 2025 #labels #labelleaders #digital

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Get your ticket for PRINTING United Expo, Sept. 23-25.

Step away from the day-to-day and see what’s actually working in print. New ideas, real conversations, and possibilities you can bring back with you. #PrintIndustry #PRINTINGUnitedExpo

Learn more: https://t.co/djVU0NO2mc

Sponsored by @PRINTINGUnited

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Top Product: RD Scorer HP The RotoMetrics RD Scorer HP delivers precision scoring for high speed waste removal, ensuring clean separation, reduced waste, and consistent performance across paper and film applications.

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Sponsored by @Maxcess

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“A hybrid platform gives converters the ability to choose the most efficient combination of digital and flexographic production for each job while retaining the advantages of inline converting,” states Duane Pekar of @markandyinc. “Steinhauser’s experience demonstrates how that model can work in practice, particularly for sophisticated CPG label applications.”

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Steinhauser has noticed several substantial benefits since investing in the new @MarkAndyInc hybrid press. The success has centered on productivity, consistency, and flexibility. Steinhauser reports that the new press has made work more predictable than it was under its previous workflow.

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“Investing in technology of this scale requires more than purchasing a press,” explains Tara Halpin, CEO and owner, Steinhauser. “It requires open communication, alignment, and a supplier relationship that can support the converter throughout the transition.” @MarkAndyInc

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Steinhauser hosted a @MarkAndyInc open house on July 17th, where the converter showcased its newly installed Mark Andy Digital Series HD #labels #labelleaders #innovation

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Meet OMET at LOUPE 2026

Meet our experts at LOUPE Americas 2026 and explore OMET's complete portfolio for label and flexible packaging printing, from single-pass solutions to Combination 4 Success.

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Sponsored by Omet

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Gill Studios is expanding into premium labels with CARTES Gemini laser diecutting and Jet D-Screen digital embellishment. See how flexibility, foil effects, and digital finishing are driving new opportunities.

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Sponsored by @cartes_it

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The label converting segment remains highly fragmented across North America. Of the approximately 1,500 label converting operations in the region, 84% report annual sales under $100 million and 75% under $50 million, writes Thomas Blaige.

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ICYMI: Thomas Blaige examines the first two stages of the label M&A lifecycle – Stage 1, buying a platform, and Stage 2, building it through add-on acquisitions. #mergers #acquisitions #insight

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Cindy White sits down with L&NW to talk about current industry challenges. Plus, Iconex has announced the acquisition of Heartland Label Printers #labels #news #trends #labelleaders

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This year, the Phoenix Challenge Foundation has released the Howard B. Vreeland Virtual Learning Campus and achieved full US copyright of a standalone Flexography in the Classroom textbook of which, when completed, conclude with a formalized Phoenix Challenge Flexo Certification. These tools are all specific to flexography within key curriculums across North America.

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In addition to the golf tournament, the event also marks an important gathering place for the Phoenix Challenge Alumni Group. This group brings together industry employees and professionals who were past participants in either College or High School competitions. It is an excellent networking and reunion for many previous students of graphic communications.

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The Phoenix Challenge Foundation has announced its annual Golf Outing, which will be held on September 23, 2026. New this year is a chance to win a trip to The Masters!

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The @APRrecycles Design Assessment Tool guides users through a series of steps to understand packaging makeup. Along the way it identifies missing information, highlights potential design incompatibilities, recommends opportunities to improve recyclability, and ultimately assigns an APR Design classification.