Etikmar invests in Lombardi hybrid line

Italian label converter Etikmar has expanded its cooperation with Lombardi Converting Machinery by investing in a new hybrid line to accelerate its growth, improve capabilities and production speed.

Etikmar, a well-established label converter based in the province of Mantua, Italy, invested in a Lombardi 8-color Synchroline 430 flexo press two years ago. Guided by the positive experience with the equipment, the company took another leap in its growth and invested in a new hybrid production line from Lombardi.

‘With the purchase of a new hybrid production line integrating flexo, digital and converting technologies, we’re excited to support Etikmar’s growth ambitions,’ said Enrico Gandolfi, Lombardi’s sales director for Italy.

Alessandro Marani, Etikmar’s sales manager, added: ‘This new line is a breakthrough for our company. It enables us to reduce production errors like misregistration, optimize processes and ensure consistent quality with substantial savings on Pantone colors. With the precision of digital technology and the addition of orange and blue colors, we can now cover a broader color spectrum than traditional flexo.’

The new line includes two flexo units, a high-speed VOolo semi-rotary die cutter, an easy waste removal system, and a Screen Sai S press for digital printing.

 ‘The ability to print various jobs with the same die and manage multiple variants without relying on offline finishing gives us a huge competitive edge. We can quickly meet the demands of a highly dynamic market,’ added Marani.

Operating in industries like retail, food, personal care and dual labels, Etikmar has also achieved significant savings by eliminating the need for plates and setups.

‘With this new technology, not only are we reducing production costs, but we can also split production runs, offering greater flexibility without compromising on quality,’ commented Marani.

‘The partnership with Etikmar is a source of great pride for Lombardi Converting Machinery. The user-friendliness of Synchroline and the reliability of our customer service, known for its speed and efficiency, have been crucial to Etikmar’s success,’ concluded Gandolfi.