Asahi Photoproducts shows innovation in flexo at Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025

Asahi Photoproducts, a manufacturer of flexographic photopolymer plates and a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei, has confirmed its participation in Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. 

The event will feature targeted solutions addressing specific local industry needs, emphasizing sustainability and productivity on the road to Solvent Zero. Key technologies to be discussed include Asahi’s flagship AWP water-washable platemaking system, its AFP-R plate, and  and CrystalCleanConnect, an advanced automated flexo platemaking line co-developed with Esko and Kongsberg.  

At Labelexpo Southeast Asia 2025 (8–10 May at BITEC, Bangkok), Asahi Photoproducts will exhibit at the booth of its local distributor, Press Systems Group (PSG), booth B38. The company will highlight its flagship AWP water-wash platemaking system, including the AWPTM-2530AA all-in-one plate processor and the soon available AWP-LOOP Petite water recycling system. This discussion highlights how flexographic technology can support the label industry’s shift toward cleaner, more efficient operations. 

Solutions to be discussed at the booth in Bangkok include: 

•    AWP Water-Washable system – Eliminates VOC solvents entirely from the plate-processing workflow, supports safer and cleaner operations, and delivers high print quality with consistent performance (measurable improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness, OEE), the company reported. 

•    AWPTM-2530AA – All-in-One Plate Processor – Compact footprint with high plate quality; meets top environmental and print standards; enhances screening and color reproduction on press; user-friendly interface for smooth operation. 

•    AWP-LOOP Petite – Closed-Loop Water Recycling – Currently under development, this compact technology is designed to recycle a significant portion of washout process water. It aims to reduce wastewater and operating costs using Asahi Kasei’s Microza filtration technology. The system is intended to complement future AWP tap water-based developments, which are also in progress. 

•     AFP-R - Quick and Easy Plate Solution – Asahi’s bridging technology will also be part of the conversations in Bangkok, designed to reduce solvent usage and processing time while remaining compatible with existing solvent-based equipment.  

The company will also participate in China Print 2025 in Beijing, China. 

‘Our commitment to the Asian region is stronger than ever,’ said Kazuaki Abe, assistant sales manager, Asia/China region, Asahi Kasei, Tokyo, who stepped into the role on April 1. ‘These two events enable us to demonstrate how our flexographic solutions meet specific regional needs—whether in the label or packaging sectors—while staying true to our core sustainability values. We look forward to connecting with our partners, customers, and future collaborators at both shows.’