This year drupa 2024, the world’s leading trade fair for print technologies, witnessed over
1,600 exhibitors from 52 nations and 170,000 trade visitors from 174 countries.
Digital printing took center stage, showcasing groundbreaking innovations that are redefining
the industry. From high-speed inkjet presses to versatile digital label printers, the expo
highlighted the growing dominance of digital solutions. .
Key players unveiled cutting-edge advancements in print quality, speed, and sustainability,
demonstrating how digital printing is revolutionizing everything from packaging to publishing.
With a focus on personalization, automation, and eco-friendly practices, drupa 2024
emphasized the transformative potential of digital printing in meeting the evolving demands
of a dynamic global market. .
We look at some of the highlights in this segment at the show.
.Canon launches new B2 Inkjet press
Canon showcased its full capabilities as a leading provider of end-to-end digital production
print solutions and services. Under the banner of ‘The Power to Move,’ Canon demonstrated
how, in collaboration with partners, it worked closely with customers to deliver the
transformative technologies, expertise, and support that inspired and enabled them to move
their businesses forward. .
Across the Canon stand, visitors saw the complete, extensive range of Canon production
print technologies, including Canon PRISMA workflow solutions, Canon print media, inkjet
and toner presses, web-fed and sheetfed presses, flatbed and roll-to-roll wide format
printers, and digital label and packaging production. All production solutions printed live
applications and were arranged by industry segment: Commercial Print, Publishing,
Promotional Communications (including direct mail and retail), Labels and Packaging,
Interior Décor, as well as Inhouse and CAD printing. .
Making its European debut at drupa was the new varioPRINT iX1700 sheetfed inkjet press
(available in 2025), which would efficiently produce average monthly volumes from 300,000
to 1.5 million A4 images. The new press was positioned between the highly successful
varioPRINT iX3200 B3 sheetfed inkjet press and the imagePRESS V series of color toner
presses, which had seen more than 2,500 installations in EMEA since its introduction. .
Canon extended its sheetfed inkjet capability to higher volumes with the announcement of a
new heavy-duty, B2 sheetfed press, the varioPRESS iV7, for a volume range up to 4.5
million B2 images per month. .
.Cosmo displays new products and innovations.
Cosmo Films captivated the audience, particularly environmentally conscious businesses, by
garnering interest in the company’s eco-friendly and recyclable offerings, such as Cosmo
Synthetic Paper and Thermal Lamination Films. .
“Our success at DRUPA shows the value we bring to the industry, as the response and
interest we received from DRUPA exceeded our expectations,” said Pankaj Poddar, Group
CEO, Cosmo First. “This year, we witnessed more participation from the packaging industry
across countries. This led to an outstanding number of visitors showing interest in exploring
our products and solutions. Overall, it was a great platform to showcase our innovative new
products and engage with industry leaders.” .
Representatives and experts from Cosmo Films provided visitors with in-depth insights and
demonstrated the durability and versatility of the new products. This allowed visitors to gain
a comprehensive understanding of Cosmo Films' business and the advantages of these
products for scaling their operations and meeting evolving customer demands. Additionally, with global warming being a prominent concern, visitors, including architects, interior
designers, and automobile enthusiasts, expressed strong interest in learning about Cosmo
Sunshield films, their properties, and their practical applications. .
.Durst ‘Ready-to-Print’ at drupa.
The Durst Group presented its latest solutions in large format printing, packaging, labels,
and software at drupa 2024 under the motto "Ready to Print." The company also showcased
its wide range of digital applications, including the additive manufacturing of technical
ceramics. .
The VariJET 106 was the latest innovation from the Koenig & Bauer Durst joint venture, set
to pave the way for the digitalization of industrial folding carton production. By using waterbased
inks, it enabled the production of even primary packaging for food. Additionally, the
VariJET 106 offered a promising solution for applications in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics,
and tobacco industries, allowing for the economical production of short to medium runs and
individualized packaging. .
What had been missing in industrial digital corrugated printing until now was the color white.
The Durst Group has once again taken on a pioneering role in the industry by launching a
water-based white ink for the Delta SPC 130. .
With the KJet, the Durst Group launched a new hybrid solution for label printing. Following
the XJet, this was the second joint development with OMET. The KJet is an end-to-end
solution that combines OMET's dual servo flexo printing units with Durst's state-of-the-art
RSCi inkjet technology. .
With the P5 SMP, Large Format Printing portfolio, Durst Group is expanding its successful
P5 portfolio for applications in the Sign & Display, POP/POS, Corrugated Packaging &
Display and Industrial Decor sectors. .
SMP achieves an annual capacity of 5 million m2, setting a new benchmark for high-volume
digital printing. As a hybrid solution, the P5 SMP can process both roll and sheet material
and has the versatile functions of the P5 platform. .
.EFI Highlights Its DNA in Single-Pass Production Inkjet Printing.
Electronics For Imaging, Inc. reported that at drupa 2024, it highlighted its expertise in
proven single-pass printing solutions for achieving excellence in the packaging, display
graphics, and textile markets. .
Visitors to EFI’s stand saw some of the company’s latest single-pass innovations in action,
including the groundbreaking Packsize EFI X5 Nozomi, the world's first full-color, ondemand,
right-sized box system that prints, cuts, creases, glues, and erects customized
boxes at the rate of up to one box every six seconds, and the EFI Nozomi 14000 SD singlepass
printer for signs and displays. The company also showcased a wide array of
applications produced on the brand-new Nozomi 14000 AQ true water-based, single-pass
printer for corrugated packaging and displays, the Nozomi 12000 MP single-pass technology
for direct-to-metal package printing, and the next-generation EFI Reggiani BOLT XS singlepass
textile printer. .
In addition to showcasing single-pass inkjet printing at the show, EFI introduced two new
software solutions that enhance the value of single-pass technology: .
EFInsight: A cloud-based intelligence platform that optimizes the operational efficiency and
total cost of ownership (TCO) of EFI packaging, display graphics, or textile digital inkjet
printing systems with powerful cloud-based data collection, analytics, reporting, proactive
maintenance, and process control tools. .
EFI’s Life Cycle Assessment tool for Nozomi printers: Developed in partnership with Clean
Agency, this tool documents Nozomi’s environmental footprint. EFI customers and their
clients can use it to analyze their CO2 emissions as part of their overall packaging Extended
Producer Responsibility (EPR). .
.Epson introduces new Monna Lisa 13000.
Epson showcased its new Monna Lisa 13000. The new machine is an affordable single-step
digital direct-to-fabric textile printer with a compact footprint that delivers in-line printing using
more sustainable pigment inks. .
The Monna Lisa ML-13000 is an innovative textile printing solution that requires no
additional equipment for pre and post-treatment, steaming, or washing. The new direct-tofabric
printer comes equipped with three types of pre and post-processing chemicals (pretreatment,
over-coating, and density enhancer) in addition to seven color inks. .
All these features make it possible to integrate pre and post-processing into a single-step
printing solution, contrasting with other conventional textile printers that require separate
processes. .
The ML-13000 also has a much smaller footprint compared to conventional textile printing
equipment, allowing it to be installed in more confined and convenient working
environments. .
.Esko has a successful drupa with new product launches and sales.
Esko enjoyed a hugely successful drupa 2024, where the launch of its newest advanced
packaging prepress solutions and its future-focused Innovation Lab proved incredibly
popular with visitors to the global exhibition. .
In addition to unveiling the new CDI Crystal XPS ‘Quartz Edition,’ the company’s latest
innovation that set new standards in flexographic print quality, Esko gave drupa visitors a
first close-up look at its groundbreaking new AVT print inspection module, which can inspect
and detect defects in varnish coatings during a live label print run.““Esko also used the event
to announce the launch of its much-anticipated S2 multi-tenant cloud-native platform. .
Adding to the theme of future-focused innovation, Esko, together with teams from X-Rite,
Pantone, and Enfocus, wowed crowds with its Innovation Lab. Accessible by appointment
only, the enclosed special area of the booth provided insight into Esko’s vision for the future
of packaging production. Visitors to the Innovation Lab had a hands-on experience with
software prototypes at various stages of development, with the team of developers on hand
to explain the benefits of the new solutions, including a new AI-assisted decision-making tool
for upstream packaging project specifications. .
This visitor-centric approach, combined with the innovative solutions in the Innovation Lab,
ensured Esko enjoyed a very successful drupa in terms of contacts with existing customers
and new contacts. “The power of co-exhibiting with our sister companies Enfocus, X-Rite
and Pantone also contributed to a broader discovery opportunity for many visitors,” said Jan
De Roeck, Esko Director of Marketing, Industry Relations and Strategy. “In terms of sales,
our booth worked perfectly as a tool to confirm our position as innovative thought leader in
the industry and helped secure many deals in our sales pipeline, and the sales bell on our
booth was a popular selfie-spot throughout the entire exhibition. .
.Fujifilm participates with the theme ‘Discover the Difference’.
drupa 2024 marked the first occasion where Fujifilm showcased its complete range of
printing technologies in a single venue, Fujifilm’s biggest ever drupa stand. .
The event featured a variety of Fujifilm's innovations, from commercial inkjet and toner
solutions to office printing equipment, printhead technologies, and inkjet integration solutions. Attendees also explored the latest advancements in Fujifilm’s wide-format range,
alongside both analogue and digital flexible packaging solutions, photo imaging
technologies, and processless printing plates. .
Fujifilm complemented these printing systems with demonstrations of advanced software,
including several new concepts making their debut, and a glimpse into the future of
automated robotic paper handling. Additionally, smart finishing solutions from various
partners provided visitors with an opportunity to witness full end-to-end production across a
wide range of applications. .
In addition to the numerous finishing partners featured at its stand, Fujifilm announced
several new partnerships during drupa 2024, including: IST METZ: To develop SMARTcure,
a digital curing assistant for Fujifilm’s LuXtreme LED UV curing system, powered by artificial
intelligence; XMPie: To provide advanced variable data solutions to the European print
market; IGEPA Belux: To expand the reach of the Acuity Prime by offering it to a broader
network of print service providers in Belgium and Luxembourg; and ColorBase: To
collaborate on the profiling of premium print media for wide-format printing equipment. .
The award-winning Jet Press FP790 stole the spotlight attracting significant attention and
securing multiple sales throughout the event. On day three of the exhibition, Fujifilm
announced the first global sale of the HS Series, an ultra-high production, high-quality
single-pass inkjet solution for sign and display, developed in partnership with Barberan.
Other sales successes during the show included multiple units of the Jet Press 750S,
catering to both commercial print and packaging clients, as well as notable sales of the
Revoria range presses. These achievements at drupa highlight Fujifilm’s strong market
presence and the high demand for its innovative solutions. .
Taku Ueno, Senior Vice President, Graphic Communication Division, Fujifilm Europe
commented, “This drupa was always going to be a big one for Fujifilm because of the extent
to which our range has grown over the last few years. We were delighted with the footfall on
our stand right up to the end of the show. The response we received was hugely positive and
we were delighted to close a number of significant sales, while also making a huge number
of new contacts interested in how we can help them grow their businesses in the future.” .
Fujifilm Group also unveiled its new Global Purpose: “Giving our world more smiles,” in
celebration of its 90th anniversary this year. At drupa 2024, Fujifilm Group aimed to
showcase its capability to provide a “difference” in value, ultimately bringing more smiles to
the world. .
.Successful show for Heidelberg with multiple orders .
The Heidelberg stand at drupa 2024 drew significant global interest, with customers
investing in showcased innovations. Heidelberg announced that the event's large order
intake has boosted production capacity for the financial year 2024-25. Daily presentations
highlighted advances in commercial and packaging printing, showcasing technologies that
help businesses maximize potential. .
Heidelberg's collaboration with Canon aims to tap into inkjet printing growth, with middouble-
digit orders for the new Jetfire 50 inkjet system already placed. The portfolio targets
rising demand for industrial inkjet production, building on the success of Gallus Labelfire and
Gallus One for label printing. .
The Jetfire 50 is the new digital production solution for industrial print service providers
looking for alternative production methods. In B3 sheetfed format, the system combines all
the flexibility benefits of digital printing with the stability of inkjet for commercial printing. With
a productivity of 9,120 SRA3 sheets per hour, the machine offers great performance
combined with high flexibility and reliability. .
Heidelberg also used drupa to showcase end-to-end solutions based on a single system
supporting both offset and digital printing. This capability ensures maximum flexibility and cost-effectiveness, especially in the commercial sector. By combining its offset and digital
printing expertise in this way, the company will provide customers a hybrid solution for
optimum cost-effectiveness in the future. .
As demand grows for sustainable packaging, Heidelberg will expand its Boardmaster inline
flexographic web printing machine to include flexible paper packaging, an area expected to
see positive growth in the packaging industry. .
David Schmedding, Head of Sales and Marketing at Heidelberg and Board Member for
Sales and Service said, “Heidelberg is a true partner of the printing and packaging industry.
The large number of orders placed across all technologies during the trade show
emphasizes our customers’ trust in the company as a leading system provider,” he adds. .
.Highcon announces new Digital Die Cutting Solutions with advanced features
Highcon Systems Ltd announced an innovative portfolio lineup at drupa 2024, strategically
targeting the rapidly expanding segments of paperboard packaging. .
The newly unveiled portfolio lineup from Highcon Systems Ltd encompasses cutting-edge
solutions tailored to meet the evolving demands of the packaging industry: .
For Folding Carton: The Highcon Beam 3, complemented by the optional new Beam Writer
for offline writing of DART foils, revolutionizes the production process. .
For Corrugated Packaging and Display: The Vulcan1: This groundbreaking next-generation
system, currently in development, introduces a sheet size of 1.4 x 1.7 meters (55" x 66"),
significantly expanding the capabilities of digital die cutting in mainstream corrugated
production. .
Upgrade to the Highcon Beam 2C: Highcon introduces an upgrade to the Beam 2C,
delivering up to 50% enhanced productivity when paired with the optional Beam Writer. This
upgrade is strategically designed to cater to the short- and medium-run corrugated market,
particularly targeting point-of-sale (POS) and web-to-pack applications. .
With these cutting-edge solutions, Highcon Systems Ltd continues to push the boundaries of
digital die cutting technology, empowering customers to achieve unprecedented levels of
productivity, efficiency, and quality across various segments of the packaging industry. .
Shlomo Nimrodi, Highcon’s CEO commented, “In this challenging environment, Highcon’s
customers are successfully using ‘the right tool for the right job’ to optimize their plant
productivity, overcome capacity limitations, improve agility, cost-effectiveness and efficiency
and better serve their customers – all while maximizing their return on investment.” .
.HPs vision to lead the print and packaging industry towards a profitable future
As drupa 2024 concluded at Messe Düsseldorf, HP reflected on its commitment to leading
the transformation of the printing and packaging industry toward a more profitable future.
The event surpassed expectations, highlighting a shift in the digital versus analogue debate,
with a strong focus on automation and digitization. HP’s Intelligent Automation demonstrated
how printers and converters can seamlessly integrate digital and conventional technologies. .
At drupa 2024, both conventional and digital players showcased integrated solutions,
demonstrating the complementary nature of digital and analogue technologies. HP’s focus
was on exhibiting how our digital transformation, powered by Inkjet and LEP/LEPx
technologies, the PrintOS platform, and our extensive partner ecosystem, facilitates the
smooth operation of integrated processes, leading to more responsible and profitable
factories. .
HP also demonstrated Intelligent Automation across eight production lines, addressing key
challenges like labor shortages, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and mass customization.
Cloud-based PrintOS, including Site Flow for non-HP equipment, represents the future of
print production. With a shift toward mass customization, HP continues to innovate, providing
solutions that meet evolving industry needs. .
With sustainability at the core of drupa 2024, HP conveyed to the industry more about its
actions to deliver on its commitment to reducing emissions by 50% by 2030 - decarbonizing
print and packaging through technologies and inventive collaboration. .
“HP’s AI and robotics-enhanced production lines, now commercially available, validate our
ability to turn vision into reality,” noted Haim Levit, Senior Vice President & Division
President of HP Industrial Print. “ Our innovation, powered by productive and flexible
production lines, successfully demonstrated the shift from low-cost to low-risk supply chains,
on presses like the HP Indigo 120K, V12, 200K, and the HP PageWide Advantage 2200, all
of which are connected to finishing equipment for non-stop operation.” .
.Kingt showcases digital corrugated printer
Kingt brought a series of new inkjet printing solutions for industries such as home
decoration, packaging boards, sheet-fed, labels, and custom processing. .
Kingt showcased its KGT-1600H single-pass high-speed digital corrugated printer. .
The company also displayed its KGT-2513- Hi UV flatbed; H-Press 750S sheetfed digital
press; S-Press 1600 high-speed inkjet printer; and L-Press 330S high-speed digital label
press. .
With the launch of new products, Kingt and Fujifilm officially announced that they have
become long-term strategic partners. .
Kingt and Fujifilm will build a more complete innovation, R&D system for digital printing
equipment through in-depth strategic cooperation in resource sharing, technical cooperation
and market linkage, promote the digital transformation of the industry, and help printing
companies cope with various challenges and achieve business transformation and new
growth. .
.Kodak unveiled innovations for inkjet and offset at the show
Kodak unveiled a range of new and innovative solutions for digital and traditional print
production at drupa 2024 with the aim to enable printers to take their productivity,
sustainability and profitability to a higher level. .
Kodak Optimax Pre-coater: This new solution enables efficient inline or offline primer
application to substrates for production inkjet printing. .
Kodak Finishing Solutions: The Prosper Ultra 520 Press was featured inline with roll-to-roll
and roll-to-fold solutions. .
Kodak Prosper Print Bar: Incorporating Kodak Prosper Plus or Prosper S-Series Imprinting
Systems, the print bar enhances flexibility and color-to-color registration accuracy in inline or
nearline hybrid printing. .
Kodak Prosper Ultra 520 Press: Powered by Kodak Ultrastream Continuous Inkjet
Technology, the press printed a variety of high-quality applications live every day. Using
Kodachrome Inks, it demonstrated production speeds of up to 152 mpm (500 fpm), with the
ability to print at full resolution, even on high-ink coverage glossy paper. .
Other products highlighted included, Kodak Sonora Ultra Process Free Plate; Kodak Magnus
Q3600 Titan Platesetter; Kodak Prinergy Access 2.0; Kodak Prinergy Platform, offering a single, integrated, future-proof workflow solution which consolidates production across digital
and analog printing processes. .
“Today, at drupa 2024, we are unveiling a range of innovative products that demonstrate
Kodak’s commitment to investing in innovation across our complete portfolio of traditional
and digital solutions. Kodak’s understanding of the entire print shop allows us to provide
printers with the cutting-edge, highly automated solutions they need for their current and
future business needs from a single source,” said Jim Continenza, Executive Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer, Kodak. .
.Koenig & Bauer gets a strong order book at the show
Koenig & Bauer presented its broad product portfolio and numerous digital innovations.
The digital intelligence Kyana came to life before the visitors' eyes and introduced herself
personally to the interested audience as a virtual co-host. The myKyana portal presented
itself as the centerpiece of the digital product world and impressively underlined how
digitalization can increase the efficiency, productivity and sustainability of companies. .
“At drupa, we showed how the combination of traditional printing and state-of-the-art AI and
data-based technologies is shaping the future of the printing industry. The countless
discussions with customers confirmed that digital productivity tools are becoming the
decisive factor for investing in our technologies for printing and finishing,” emphasises
Sandra Wagner, Vice President Digitalisation at Koenig & Bauer. .
The VariJET 106 digital folding carton printing press from the Koenig & Bauer-Durst joint
venture was presented at a trade fair for the first time and impressed visitors during the
product demonstrations with its high print quality and the flexibility of the entire configuration.
Koenig & Bauer Durst, together with Highcon, demonstrated the possibilities of a fully digital
production workflow from printing to finishing. .
CEO, Dr Andreas Pleßke, who is also Chairman of the drupa Committee, explained, “After
eight years, both the exhibiting companies and the visitors have come to Düsseldorf with a
great deal of commitment and enthusiasm. You can see how profoundly the entire industry
has changed in recent years. Topics such as sustainability and digitalisation are key issues
that visitors are increasingly demanding to be addressed and solutions found.” .
.Konica Minolta showcases biggest machines ever at drupa
Konica Minolta showcased innovative solutions at drupa 2024 aimed at enhancing the
working environment of printing companies, minimizing environmental impact, and promoting
sustainable business practices. By focusing on automation and labor-saving processes in
printing, the company emphasized efficiency and eco-friendly solutions. The spotlight was on
the AccurioJet 60000, a flagship B2-size inkjet press making its debut, along with the
AlphaJET, which was co-exhibited with MGI Digital Technology from France. Both products
received highly positive feedback from attendees. .
The company signed over 200 business contracts with customers from around the world,
including Europe, North America, India, China, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East. The
number of contracts far exceeded those in the past. .
Konica Minolta also highlighted its Industry Business products at drupa 2024, showcasing its
proprietary high-gap printing technology using a thin-film IJ printhead. While typical
printheads maintain a gap of 1-3 mm, Konica Minolta’s KM800H-MR allows for high-gap
printing up to 20 mm. This was demonstrated through a cardboard transfer process, where
the print quality was praised by numerous printer manufacturers and partners. .
Additionally, Konica Minolta showcased solutions powered by FORXAI, which drives digital
transformation (DX) using imaging IoT technologies. One notable exhibit was an AI-based
inspection solution for booklet printing, utilizing a 3D sensor camera and proprietary image analysis. This solution automates post-processing tasks like cutting, folding, and binding,
offering an alternative to skilled manual labor. Many manufacturers and printing companies
expressed interest in adopting these solutions to enhance efficiency in post-printing
processes. .
.Landa concluded drupa 2024 with a historic level of adoption for its Nanography
Landa Digital Printing announced record-breaking adoption of its Nanography technology at
Drupa 2024, marking a transformative moment for the commercial print and packaging
industry. Companies worldwide ordered Landa S11 and S11P Nanographic Printing presses,
embracing B1 digital printing to boost profitability and sustainability. This shift enables
businesses to move short to medium-run jobs from offset to digital, while existing Landa
customers gain additional capacity. Every adopter recognized Nanography as a critical
growth engine for both current and future success. .
On May 28th, during its Drupa 2024 press conference, Landa and Cimpress announced a
groundbreaking agreement, marking Cimpress' entry into B1 digital printing for the first time.
This move will enable Cimpress to handle a wide range of run lengths with exceptional print
quality and speed. To support its focus on print mass customization and to strengthen and
diversify its global production capabilities, Cimpress will immediately install four Landa S11P
Nanographic Printing Presses, with plans to add more Landa presses in the future. This
partnership highlights Cimpress’ commitment to enhancing its production capacity through
advanced digital printing technology. .
At Drupa 2024, Landa expanded the global reach of Nanography, securing sales across
Europe, North America, and China. Alongside welcoming new customers to the Landa
family, the event served as a platform to gather valuable market feedback, foster
engagement, and explore industry collaborations aimed at driving future innovations. Landa
also met with numerous world-leading brands, keen to explore partnerships that leverage
Nanography’s exceptional color quality, personalization capabilities, and 'just-in-time'
benefits to differentiate themselves in the market. The show marked a pivotal moment for
Landa in advancing its global presence and impact. .
Gil Oron, CEO, Landa Digital Printing comments: “Drupa 2024 has been a phenomenal
event for us. The industry recognized that Nanography is a well proven solution, that is
changing print for good – and making it a digital one. With the overwhelming interest and
adoption of our Landa S11 and S11P presses, Drupa 2024 marks a transformative moment
in the printing industry. Benny Landa’s vision of revolutionizing print with Nanographic
printing is now a reality – digital printing for mainstream is empowering business worldwide
to achieve exceptional levels of sustainability, efficiency, quality, innovation and growth. With
the overwhelming interest and adoption of our Landa S11 and S11P presses, Drupa 2024
marks a transformative moment in the printing industry. This tradeshow is not just a
milestone for Landa, but a catalyst for the entire industry, heralding a future where digital
print capabilities unlock limitless possibilities.” .
.Morgana debuts DigiFold Ultra
Morgana has launched its new DigiFold Ultra, a creasing and folding machine with full bleed
trim capabilities. This versatile machine can slit, cut, crease, perforate, and fold in a single
pass. Robustly designed, it complements mid to high volume digital and offset production
presses. .
Debuting at drupa 2024, the DigiFold Ultra enhances the capabilities of the DigiFold Pro XL
by adding slitting and cutting functions for full bleed trim applications. This makes highquality
projects like full bleed six or eight-panel brochures, including A4 landscape formats,
easily achievable. .
The DigiFold Ultra’s long sheet trimming capability strategically complements the latest
printing presses, which now offer duplex printing on longer sheets. Instead of adding a freestanding
guillotine for trimming 560 mm long sheets, the Ultra allows customers to fully
leverage the capabilities of their new presses with its ability to trim sheets up to 1300 mm. .
Ray Hillhouse, Vice President Sales and Marketing for the Plockmatic Group Offline
Business Unit, said, “The DigiFold Ultra maintains the high productivity speeds of the Pro XL
platforms. Adding trimming and cutting capabilities means that we can automate even more
stages in the production of the finished product. Helping to reduce the number of manual
steps required in the print shop means less room for error. This is an affordable, robust, high
speed solution for businesses looking to reduce operator involvement and instead focus on
activities that drive profitability and growth.” .
.drupa 2024 surpassed all expectations for Ricoh
Ricoh's presence at Drupa 2024 exceeded expectations, with over 100 orders secured
across its inkjet, toner, software, and industrial printhead technologies. Visitors were
particularly drawn to Ricoh's cutting-edge inkjet systems, including the RICOH Pro VC80000
high-speed web-fed press and the RICOH Pro Z75 B2 sheetfed aqueous inkjet press, known
as the "Dragon." .
Ricoh's web-fed inkjet platforms were recognized for their global market leadership in highspeed
continuous feed inkjet systems for 2023, according to the IDC Quarterly Hardcopy
Peripherals Tracker. Beyond inkjet, Ricoh's toner-based presses, including the RICOH Pro
C9500, C7500, and C5300, generated significant interest, resulting in over 180 units sold to
a diverse range of international buyers. .
Koji Miyao, President, Ricoh Graphic Communications & Senior Corporate Officer, says:
“Ricoh's participation in drupa was extremely successful. It was very exciting and rewarding
to see so many orders signed for our groundbreaking inkjet, toner-based, software, and
industrial printhead technologies. We look forward to supporting those new and existing
clients in making a great return on their Ricoh investments. It was also a wonderful honour
and privilege to connect with so many valued clients and partners throughout the show with
whom we enjoyed sharing our powerful sustainability and Co-innovation stories.” .
.Scodix new products lead embellishments into the future
Scodix announced the launch of two new presses at drupa, the Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD and
the Scodix Ultra 6500 SHD delivering new levels of automation incorporating value-added
enhancement into printed products. .
Scodix also introduced Scodix AI, an automated embellishment creator tool that brings
artificial intelligence to print embellishment setting the pace for the future of embellishment.
The two new presses mark the debut of Scodix MLE (Multi-layer Enhancement) and are
engineered with Scodix SHD (Smart High Definition) technology, offering enhanced precision
and quality in digital print embellishment. .
Scodix's new technologies, Scodix MLE and Scodix AI, join the existing suite of Scodix
technologies, empowering print buyers to create embellished designs quickly and
intelligently while optimizing cost-per-page. .
.Xeikon presents cutting-edge solutions at drupa
Xeikon, a division of Flint Group, celebrated a highly successful drupa 2024, exhibiting for
the first time in Hall 11, a hub for the packaging market. With around 2,000 registered
visitors, the Xeikon booth became a highlight, showcasing advanced digital printing and
embellishment solutions that attracted significant attention and led to notable sales. .
Key attractions included the Titon solution for wines, spirits labels, and paper-based
packaging, developed in collaboration with Kurz, Scribos, Sappi, and Koehler Paper. This
solution's unique printing and embellishing capabilities, powered by the Xeikon X-800
workflow, garnered widespread interest and multiple sales. .
Additionally, the high-speed Xeikon LX3000 (The Lion) digital label printer addressed the
growing market demand for robust digital equipment, driven by a shift from flexo to digital
printing and a need for automation and sustainability. The World Premiere of the Xeikon
PX3300HD, a high-speed UV inkjet label printer with 1200 dpi resolution, further impressed
visitors. .
Beyond these innovations, Xeikon explored new opportunities in emerging markets such as
paper cups and corrugated printing, showcasing its established Cheetah, Sirius, and Idera
product lines. .
Rob Welford, President of Flint Group Digital explained, “Xeikon stands out as a versatile
provider of digital printing solutions, catering to every market application with the most
suitable technology. In the past, there hasn’t been a better venue to showcase our
innovations than at drupa. While inkjet offers numerous benefits, toner technology remains
the unrivaled solution for many packaging printing challenges. Visitors have shown great
appreciation for our wide array of technological advancements and application innovations.” .
The successful exhibition at drupa 2024 not only strengthened Xeikon’s market position but
also reinforced the company’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. .
Where will digital printing be four years from now?
All eyes on drupa 2028!
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