ABG looks forward to Labelexpo Americas 2024

After its most successful drupa, A B Graphic International (ABG) has been preparing to build on this success for an even larger presence at the forthcoming Labelexpo Americas in September, where the company will exhibit 12 machines. 

At Labelexpo Americas 2024, visitors can expect to see 12 state-of-the-art machines in action, including new technology such as ABG’s Vectra AutoSet, its fourth-generation Converter, and the debut of the NSU Lite. 

The NSU Lite, a compact and affordable model, is designed for those with limited space but still require world-class non-stop technology. This model features a pneumatic braked unwind system and is perfect as an entry-level option.

‘Exhibiting at drupa for the first time was an exhilarating experience and the positive reception received was overwhelming,’ said Matt Burton, ABG's global sales director. ‘We are excited to carry this momentum forward to Labelexpo, where we will showcase even more innovative solutions.’

This year marks a milestone year for ABG, celebrating its 70th anniversary. The company announced substantial investments in its infrastructure with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility set to open this year in Kelleythorpe, UK. This new site will house the production of the Vectra Turret Rewinders range and will feature ABG's first UK demonstration area and an in-house machine shop.

Dave Lawson, director of ABG's Middleton-on-the-Wolds production site, said: ‘After many years of growing our production capabilities at Middleton, we are now poised to embark on a new chapter. The transition of our machine shop and Vectra production to the new Kelleythorpe site has been underway since April 2022. This move marks a pivotal moment in ABG's history as we celebrate our 70th year.’

Additionally, ABG is expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Germany by doubling the capacity of its Baesweiler site to 4400 square meters. This expansion is set to increase the production of SRI’s, ABG’s fleyeVision cameras, booklet machines and Horizon table rewinders, which will help decrease lead times for customers.