Labelexpo India 2024 returns with largest edition yet

Labelexpo India 2024 is set to be the largest edition yet with this year’s show securing 8,000sqm of floorspace, an increase of 20 percent from the 2022 edition. 

Over 250 exhibitors will be participating, including HP and Technova, UV Graphic, Avery Dennison, Multitec, Monotech Systems, RK Label Printing Machinery, Jindal SMI, Vinsak, Weldon, Domino, Konica Minolta and Maxcess. 

Suppliers exhibiting for the first time include Cosmo Films, Siegwerk, The Printer House, Rasik Products, Rational Business Corporation and Xsys. 

Visitors will witness the latest developments in both label and flexible packaging technology. 

TechNova Imaging Systems is set to make a significant impact at Labelexpo India 2024 with its presence at two stands. At the first stand, the company partners with HP to showcase live demonstrations of the HP Indigo 6K digital press. Visitors will experience a digital supermarket, featuring real-life labeling and packaging applications, highlighting the capabilities of digital print technology. 

At the second stand, TechNova presents an extensive range of flexographic technologies. Key highlights include AEP grade and BFTK grade solvent-wash flexo plates, and water-wash CleanFlat flexo plates from Asahi. Additionally, the newly launched DWF95DG and DWS73DY grade letterpress plates from Toray will be featured. The stand will also display Toray’s GB grade waterless offset plates, a diverse range of UV flexo and special Pantone shades inks and varnishes from SakataINX and essential flexo chemicals, such as UV wash and anilox cleaning products. 

Furthermore, TechNova will exhibit a range of flexo CtP systems and advanced packaging software from Esko. 

Labelexpo India 2024 will be an exciting showcase of how digital printing and embellishment solutions are revolutionizing the label and packaging industry

Amit Khurana, CEO, TechNova Imaging Systems, says: ‘At Labelexpo India 2024, visitors can expect to see groundbreaking advancements that are shaping the future of the labeling and packaging industry. The focus will be on sustainable solutions, with an emphasis on eco-friendly materials and processes. Digital transformation will be another key trend, as companies continue to adopt cutting-edge digital printing technologies to enhance efficiency and customization. Additionally, there will be significant innovations in flexographic printing, highlighting the latest in solvent-wash and water-wash flexo plates. We are excited to showcase these trends and demonstrate how TechNova’s comprehensive range of products can help businesses stay ahead in this rapidly evolving market.’ 

Harveer Sahni, chairman of Weldon Celloplast, comments: ‘Labelexpo India is the showcase of India’s evolving label industry. The event was earlier just a show where global equipment was displayed to reach out to India’s label converters. In the last few years, it has transformed to become a global arena where the Indian capital equipment, tooling and consumable suppliers are rubbing shoulders with the best in the world to display their technical prowess. 

‘It is a must-visit show for the label fraternity. Weldon Celloplast will welcome converters to its stand at Labelexpo India showcasing an array of its offerings that include high-end label printing and converting machines, finishing and embellishing machines as well as a range of ancillary equipment.’ 

Label Planet Group will showcase the Weigang servo sleeve flexo press under the Global Graphics brand, while under Intergraphic, Orthotec screen and embellishment machine and Pulisi UV inkjet digital press will be displayed. 

Tej Prakash Jain, managing director of Monotech Systems, adds: ‘The trends at this year’s Labelexpo India are set to spotlight the transformative potential of digital labels and packaging. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse array of narrow format solutions, with print widths of 17in and 20in on display, showcasing the latest advancements in digital printing technology. 

‘By leveraging digital printing technology, companies can produce high-quality labels with variable data printing, enabling customization at scale. This capability is particularly valuable for brands looking to engage consumers with personalized experiences and limited-edition products.’ 

Jain highlights that the show will focus on digital embellishment, converting and finishing technologies, emphasizing digital embellishment’s innovative approach to enhancing labels’ visual and tactile appeal. 

Special effects such as metallic foils, embossing and spot varnishes will trend as brand owners seek more from their labels and packaging. Visitors will be able to compare digital with analog decoration technologies. 

‘Labelexpo India 2024 will be an exciting showcase of how digital printing and embellishment solutions are revolutionizing the label and packaging industry. Industry professionals, converters and brand owners will find valuable insights and innovative solutions that can help them stay ahead in a competitive market, driving both efficiency and creativity in their production processes,’ he concludes.