Valgroup installs first HP Indigo 200K in South America

Valgroup has invested in the HP Indigo 200K, marking the 400th HP Indigo digital press for flexible packaging to be installed worldwide and the first in South America. The new press will streamline production, increase efficiency and expand the company’s flexible packaging portfolio.

For over 45 years in the market, Valgroup has become a reference in plastic production, transformation and recycling. It operates in Brazil, Colombia, Spain, the US, Italy, Mexico and Uruguay and has more than 7,000 employees in 41 production plants and seven logistics plants.

Installing the 400th digital press is a significant milestone for HP’s flexible packaging offering. It solidifies its position as the industry leader of choice for analog converters looking to expand their digital offerings.

The HP Indigo 200K Digital Press is specifically designed for the flexible packaging market. According to HP, compared to its predecessors, it delivers a 30 percent increase in speed and a 45 percent boost in productivity. Powered by HP’s Liquid Electrophotography (LEP) technology, it offers high-resolution printing with color vibrancy and consistency.

Acquiring the HP Indigo 200K has catalyzed innovation for the business, leading to the inauguration of a new digital vertical enabling Valgroup to scale the offering across other business areas and increase services to its customers at speed

As the only converter equipped with the technology in the South American region, Valgroup can diversify into new areas such as labels and shrink sleeves.

Designed to integrate easily into lamination and pouch-making equipment, the HP Indigo 200K will streamline Valgroup’s production, increase efficiency and expand its flexible packaging portfolio.

‘At Valgroup we always install the best machines for our business,’ said Marcus Vinicius, business manager of Valgroup. ‘One of our main drivers to collaborate with HP and install the HP Indigo 200K was the need to respond to evolving market demands for flexible packaging. Installing the new digital press means we are empowered to enter new markets and offer superior print quality that meets the needs of our customers, and, at the same time, gain expertise in digital print that will set us apart from our competitors.

‘Digital print has given Valgroup the opportunity to develop a dedicated digital business vertical, expanding into offer new diverse possibilities to our clients, increase our market approach in new special categories where service is a key importance, specially to the retail, as well as support other Valgroup’s packaging portfolio, driving business and profitability for our company.’

‘At HP Indigo, we have always been at the forefront of innovation, developing solutions that address the dynamic needs of the printing industry,’ added Noam Zilbershtain, vice president and general manager of HP Indigo. ‘The installation of our 400th flexible packaging press globally represents a historic achievement and reinforces our position as the pioneer and the only proven solution in digital flexible packaging.

‘Through our proven LEP technology, we’re helping customers enhance their operational efficiency, deliver superior quality, and advance their sustainability goals. Our commitment remains unwavering – partnering with customers to uncover new business opportunities and drive their profitability in an evolving market landscape.’