Labelexpo Mexico 2025: A-Z technology preview
Labelexpo Mexico 2025 takes place on April 1-3 at Expo Guadalajara. James Quirk previews some of the technology that will be on display.
Labelexpo Mexico 2023
Following its debut in Mexico City in 2023, Labelexpo Mexico moves this year to Guadalajara, an epicenter of the local label industry. This year’s show will be twice the size of the 2023 edition, expanding to more than 6,500 sqm of exhibition space and featuring more than 200 exhibitors — of which more than 60 are first-time participants.
L&L will host a Spanish-language webinar on March 25, which will feature a Q&A with a panel of experts on the Mexican market and a preview of Labelexpo Mexico 2025. Latin American correspondent James Quirk will host the webinar with panelists, including Cristian Reyes, general director of Mexican label converter Mayapack, and Martin Maldonado, president of FTA Mexico. The webinar is free to attend. Click here to register.
Here is a preview of some of the technology on display in Guadalajara.
A B Graphic International - Acme Rolltech - Apex North America - Arclad - Armor-IIMAK - Avery Dennison - Azteca Inks - Beta Industries - Cartes - Cerm - China Lisontec New Material - CLS - Color-Dec LATAM - Dimatra - Domino - ECO3 - ePS Packaging - Esko - Etirama - Eye-C - Flexi-Vel - FlexoExport - FLXON - GBTL - GEW - GMG - GoDEX International Americas - Green Bay Packaging - Hangzhou Todaytec Digital - Hangzhou Top Win - Hardvogue - Heaford - HR Flexo - HSF Films - Hybrid Software - Inkstar - International Media Products - JAV Trading Corporation - Jiangsu Aoli New Materials - K Laser Technology - Kocher+Beck - LBT Ribbons - Lemorau - Manroland Latina - Maquiladora Gráfica Mexicana - Mark Andy - Maxcess - Nazdar - Nilpeter - Oben Group - Peret - Re - Roberts Graphics - Rotometal - Set Industry - Shenzhen Likexin Industrial - Siegwerk - Sigma Group - Sun Digital - Tectuprint - TOC Industrial Machines - UPM Raflatac - Vemax - Wilson Manufacturing - Wuzhou Special Paper Group - Yupo Corporation America - Zeller+Gmelin - Zhejiang Rhyguan Machinery
Booth D48
A B Graphic International shows its flagship machine, the Digicon Series 3. The highly modular system will be configured for high-end embellishments such as hot foiling, embossing and screen printing. It features a high-speed screen module for varnish and tactile effects, 50T Big Foot offering embossing and foiling options and a semi-rotary flexo unit, all producing embellishments to make labels stand out.
Alongside labels, ABG also showcases a range of flexible packaging products, including the Seaming Rewinder (SR) from its shrink sleeve range. This product converts a flat film reel into single or multiple sleeves, and once placed to the final product, it effectively conforms to the shape of the container. The SR utilizes ABG’s Smart Wheel technology, which applies a constant layer of solvent to the sleeve, resulting in less waste, greater consistency and a reliable weld.
Booth E136
Acme Rolltech, an Indian manufacturer of ceramic anilox rolls and anilox sleeves, shows its ACE Hex Advanced Channel Engraving and specialized ASC – Acme Super Cell Hexagon. Also on show will be a range of anilox rolls for special applications, including ATAC – Acme Tactile, which offers screen-type raised effect for spot varnish coating applications up to 15 microns. The company caters to varied market segments, including narrow web labels, wide web, CI flexo, offset, corrugated and specialty coating applications.
Booth E209
Apex North America promotes its GTT 2.0 laser-engraved anilox rolls. The company’s Genetic Transfer Technology (GTT) eliminates common issues like spitting and foaming, ensuring consistent ink transfer and superior print quality across all substrates. With GTT 2.0, printers can expect reduced ink usage, enhanced color density and precise control over ink laydown, making it particularly suited to high-definition label applications.
Visitors can also see the latest developments in sustainable printing. These include Apex’s GTT engravings supporting eco-friendly initiatives by reducing waste and optimizing ink consumption, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable practices in the label industry.
Booth E51
Arclad showcases its latest product launches: repulpable and bio-based products with its new bio-adhesive BA, which has been certified OK bio-based by TUV Austria, receiving a 3-star rating. This certification not only recognizes that the BA hotmelt adhesive is bio-based but also ensures that at least 60 percent of its raw materials come from renewable sources.
Aiming to continue to help brands achieve their sustainability goals, Arclad presents for the first time its new recycled content polypropylene, consisting of up to 30 percent post-consumer recycled material (PCR).
‘We believe Labelexpo Mexico is not just another trade show, it is rather a place to co-create and discover how we can bring great ideas together and build relevant and inspiring brands,’ says marketing director Carolina Jaramillo. ‘From high visual impact solutions to sustainable developments, all with the same goal: to create genuine and lasting connections with consumers.’
Booth C66
Armor-IIMAK, which has a presence in more than 80 countries, showcases its latest thermal transfer printing technology, designed to meet the evolving demands of industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, logistics, automotive and industrial marking.
A key highlight will be SolFree, a solvent-free ribbon manufacturing process that reduces environmental impact while ensuring print quality and durability.
Armor-IIMAK also presents its advances in flat head ribbon technology: the ACES range, which is compatible with various substrates including paper and synthetic labels, and the textile range, which now includes new textile substrates and colored textile resins. Additionally, ARMOR-IIMAK will present its specialty ribbons, the ‘super ribbons’ designed to withstand extreme conditions, such as exposure to chemicals and abrasion, ensuring durable prints with strength, quality and longevity.
As part of the industry’s shift toward next-generation barcode technology, Armor-IIMAK is actively supporting the adoption of GS1 standards and 2D coding, such as QR codes and DataMatrix. These next-gen barcodes provide enhanced traceability, improved supply chain visibility and greater consumer engagement. Armor-IIMAK’s ribbons are specially designed to ensure sharp, durable and high-contrast printing for these codes, meeting the strict requirements of GS1-compliant labeling.
Booth E59
Avery Dennison presents products developed with sustainability, connectivity and efficiency in mind. Among its main novelties, the company will present ways to help circularity through FSC-certified materials and labels that facilitate recycling without compromising quality or design.
In the field of connectivity, Avery Dennison shows how RFID technology is revolutionizing the interaction between brands and consumers. In sectors such as wine and spirits, its smart labels allow traceability, authentication and an improved digital shopping experience.
In addition, its durable range is designed to improve operational efficiency in demanding environments, optimizing logistics processes and reducing costs through resistant and high-performance materials.
Booth E329
Azteca Inks, an ISO 9001:2015-certified Mexican company with more than 18 years of experience manufacturing and selling inks for flexo printing, shows its product range, which includes water-based, UV and LED inks; specialty varnishes; gloss and matt laminates; and spare parts for machinery
Booth E88
Beta Industries shows the new BetaFlex Pro2 Plate and Image Analyzer, which allows the measurement of 0.5 percent highlights at 300 LPI and better in both 2D and 3D for better plates, longer runs, smoother vignettes and less waste. Also new is the BetaFlex Micrometer Table and relational database report generating software. A variety of other measurement equipment will be on display.
Booth C115
Cartes shows a variety of label converting machines, including the GT365HFSRD finishing line for high-end embellishment labels, configured with flexo coating, conventional screen printing and hot stamping as well as tool-less continuous metallic foil doming applications and semi-rotary die-cutting.
Also on show is the GE362WL equipped with Cartes’ Invisible Laser Cutting system for perfect cutting with no liner damage and no white edges on the printed labels, and the GE361L Star, the company’s new entry-level laser-cutting converting line, offering a more compact footprint.
Booth E243
Cerm showcases its latest MIS software innovations, partner integrations and powerful automation tools designed to maximize productivity. The newest version brings enhanced connectivity and easy integration with industry-leading partners, ensuring an extensive, end-to-end workflow from estimating to production, shipping and invoicing.
The company also discusses recently developed AI-driven tools such as the Scheduling Optimizer and Lumi, an AI-powered insight engine. ‘These are just a glimpse of how we’re making print production more efficient, data-driven and future-proof,’ says the company.
Booth E87
China Lisontec New Material shows an extensive range of its self-adhesive label materials and thermal transfer ribbons.
Booth D68
CLS promotes its CL-822 RFID label automatic lamination machine, which can reach a speed of up to 60 m/min and be equipped with various optional modules.
Booth E133
Color-Dec LATAM offers a polyurethane resin for the label industry manufactured by Italy-based sister company Color-Dec. It is made up of two components (polyol and isocyanate) manufactured by the company and mixed together.
Booth D47
Dimatra introduces the Smart Eco inspection and slitter rewinder, designed for plastic film and self-adhesive labels. Also on show is the new Dimatra 100 percent Print Inspection System equipped with camera technology. It detects print defects at a maximum speed of 500 m/min and can be integrated into Dimatra’s inspection machines or retrofitted onto other brandsprinters and inspection machines at the client’s facility.
Booth C55
Domino demonstrates its N610i digital label press already installed by several printers worldwide for a wide range of applications. Domino also showcases K600i and K300 monochrome inkjet printers offering reliable high-speed variable data and 2D code. This equipment is presented at Mark Andy’s stand printing on a Pro Series flexo press.
Visitors can also learn about Domino’s 1,200 DPI N730i digital press, which runs at speeds of up to 70 m/min across all colors, including high-opacity white, thanks to exclusive Bitstar printhead technology, and the new Domino R-Scan monitoring and print inspection camera system. The R-Scan adds real-time print quality assurance and detection capabilities to the N730i press, harnessing Domino group company Lake Image Systems’ inspection technology. ‘The Latin American label market has grown strongly in recent years, with Mexico a key market to watch. We are excited to be part of Labelexpo Mexico and our experts are looking forward to meeting converters across all stages of their digital printing journey,’ says David Ellen, divisional director for digital printing atDomino.
Booth E98
ECO3 shows its Magis Eco water-wash flexo plate production equipment, including the Magis P-Eco hybrid aqueous flexo plate for labels and flexible packaging applications.
Booth C16
ePS Packaging, a developer of ERP and MIS systems for the label and packaging industry and part of eProductivity Software, presents a range of its latest innovations.
On show is Metrics ERP, a complete ERP for the LATAM packaging and printing industry, automating every stage from order intake to production with real-time insights and optimized workflows to maximize profitability.
The company also promotes Radius ERP, an advanced ERP built by and for converters, designed for folding carton, labels and flexible packaging businesses, ensuring seamless production and operational efficiency.
The latest Estimating & Quoting is an intelligent tool that accelerates quoting by up to 95 percent, determining the most cost-effective production route for faster, data-driven decisions. EPS also showcases Shop Floor Data Collection, a direct machine interface enabling real-time tracking, precise costing, quality control, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) optimization.
Booth C98
Esko, a supplier of integrated platforms and tools that digitize, connect, automate and accelerate processes, launches the Esko Crystal Quartz Edition. This technology helps users select the most suitable plate, including future photopolymer developments. It provides a high level of print quality, reliability in plate quality, smooth solids and fine highlights, as well as up to 20 percent in ink savings, leading to increased sustainable efficiency.
Booth E95
Etirama shows its new SPS4 multi-substrate chill-drum flexo press, which allows production of shrink sleeves as well as in-mold, wraparound and self-adhesive labels. The new press, with a maximum printing width of 430 mm, is equipped with transmission through Schneider servomotors and features electronic print register adjustments, in addition to laser pre-positioning. For flexible films, the machine is equipped with a chill drum and offers a hybrid drying system, which can be configured with conventional UV, UV LED and hot air technologies. The new machine also features a die-cutting station and efficient waste rewinder system.
The Brazilian manufacturer installed more than 40 machines in Mexico and recently started selling its machines directly.
Booth D101
Eye-C shows its inspection technology for all steps of the printing process. The company introduces its new and improved ProofRunner powered by AI, which allows users to isolate suspicious areas such as dust and material inclusions and reduce waste.
For artwork and pre-press departments, the company showcases Proofiler Graphic, a software-only system that digitally compares graphics, text, Braille and/or 1D and 2D codes to the customer-approved document. This way, all errors are detected before creating plates and printing the wrong artwork. The entire artwork is verified in one single inspection cycle.
The Proofiler 1200 DT offers quality control for wide-format print pattern control. The scanner-based system examines the printed sample, from text to graphics, 1D and 2D codes, accurate color measurement or pharma security workflow. It compares the entire content against approved PDF files, automatically flagging any deviations.
Booth D25
Flexi-Vel shows a 12-color flexo press, which features precise registration, optimized changeover times, digitalized operation and open-access modular design. The equipment allows quick and efficient adjustments, maximizing productivity and reducing waste.
Also on show is the print quality monitoring equipment from Unilux, inspection and defect detection systems from Luster, waste collection equipment (matrix) from Lundberg Tech, anilox rollers from Pamarco, closed chambers and seals from Tresu, Flexo Concepts’ plastic doctor blade and advanced cleaning systems from Recyl, designed to optimize each stage of the production process.
Booth D81
FlexoExport showcases a range of used flexo printing equipment. For the last six decades, the company has bought and sold label presses, digital presses, digital finishing equipment, slitter rewinders and other accessories. The company is the North, Central and South American distributor for UK-based converting equipment manufacturer Daco Solutions.
Booth D83
FLXON marks its 30th anniversary by showcasing its SWED/CUT doctor blades, which help to reduce print defects, increase production speeds and optimize ink management.
Booth C65
GBTL presents a variety of equipment from suppliers it represents, such as the Labstar 330S 5-color UV inkjet press from HanGlory Group and Jingwei narrow web slitting systems with laser and knife cutting. Also on show are GBTL’s flexo plates and flexo pre-press systems.
Booth C90
GEW highlights two new LED products. Following its launch at Labelexpo Americas in September 2024, AeroLED2 is introduced to the market as a successor to GEW’s air-cooled AeroLED UV curing system. LeoLED2 is GEW’s next-generation UV LED curing system designed for optimal performance in the most challenging curing applications.
AeroLED2 offers a 30 percent increase in electrical power (70 W/cm), a 30 percent increase in UV dose (170 mJ/sqcm) and a 40 percent increase in UV irradiance (26W/sqcm) compared to its predecessor, AeroLED. It is also available for wider web widths, to cater for more presses in the narrow web market.
LeoLED2 offers a 55 percent increase in electrical power (140 W/cm), a 50 percent increase in UV dose (300 mJ/sqcm) and a 45 percent increase in UV irradiance (44 W/sqcm) compared to its predecessor.
GEW also highlights its ArcLED technology, whereby UV Arc and UV LED lampheads can be simply and quickly interchanged on a press. ArcLED capability is available with almost every type of GEW system installation, whether for narrow web, mid or wide web machinery, and across a broad range of applications. With ArcLED, both Arc and LED cassettes are compatible with the same power supply and fit in the same housing for ultimate press flexibility.
Booth E423
GMG shows its ColorPlugin software for conversion of spot and process colors within Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. In Illustrator, the software transforms spot colors into 4c and extended gamut process inks. In Photoshop, it optimizes print color stability by customizing color separation of selected areas. It is designed for packaging, pre-press and print professionals.
Booth E242
GoDEX International Americas launches its industrial thermal printer, the GX4000 Series. It is claimed to be the fastest 600 DPI thermal printer on the market with a throughput of up to 8 in/sec. The system is designed to withstand demanding industrial environments and ensures long-lasting performance while minimizing maintenance and downtime.
The printer offers a variety of standard interfaces, USB, Ethernet, serial and wireless. It features USB host functionality, allowing stand-alone operation without the need for a computer. The user can access video guides from the printer's LCD screen and upload instructional videos to help operators and technicians.
Booth E53
Green Bay Packaging shows its wide variety of pressure-sensitive materials for various sectors, such as pharmaceutical, automotive, agricultural, food, health and beauty. The company offers a diverse range of materials, with products imported from factories in Europe, America and Asia. Its portfolio includes adhesive substrates and liners, as well as accessories such as laminating tapes, adhesive-free couches, adhesive-free cardboard and flexible packaging.
Booth C22
Hangzhou Todaytec Digital, a supplier of thermal transfer ribbon, presents a variety of products.
TDW108, a standard wax ribbon, offers a high level of printing performance, a wide range of substrate compatibility and a competitive price. TDW136 is an enhanced wax ribbon with strong scratch resistance and high sensitivity. A cost-effective general wax-resin ribbon, TDM242 prints well on various substrates at low printing temperatures. TDR345 is a high-performance, cost-effective resin ribbon with high printing blackness, media adaptability and alcohol resistance. TDR382 is a premium wash care ribbon with high sensitivity and superior substrate compatibility. DMP901 is a hot stamping foil that can be printed at low temperatures.
Booth C88
Hangzhou Top Win, a part of Wynca Group, established with several specialty silicone companies, showcases how it helps to integrate the entire silicone industry supply chain and marketing to end-user sectors. The company’s silicone release coatings are used in a variety of products and markets.
Booth C105
Hardvogue showcases a wide range of products, including films, BOPP, IML films, metallized BOPP, shrink PETG/PVC films, PET films; metallized paper and cardboard — for beer, tuna labels and premium packaging as well as adhesive materials for labeling and packaging converters. Headquartered in British Columbia, Canada, the company operates production mills in China, ensuring efficient raw material procurement.
Booth C124
Heaford demonstrates its FTS plate mounter, which it says is the fastest plate mounter in the world. Heaford also promotes its entry-level EES mounter for label converters who currently mount plates manually. The company has been active in Mexico for over 40 years and has installed more than 150 machines in the market. As at other Labelexpo shows, Heaford runs its Fastest Mounter competition, timing participants while they mount a plate on the FTS. Top speeds so far are 17.75 seconds at Labelexpo Europe and 12.62 seconds at Labelexpo Americas.
Booth C59
HR Flexo, which represents Brazilian flexo press manufacturer Kromia, promotes the KL1 model, a 6-color UV flexo press featuring a web width of 200 mm, cold foil, cold lamination, turnbar, die-cutting and delam/relam. It is suited to short-run work and has a small footprint, at 4.3 m in length.
Booth C30
HSF Films showcases its entire range of products, including BPA/BPS free and full Phenol free direct thermal coated BOPP and HDPE range; acrylic coated BOPP, CCPP and PET ‘Durable’ films 38-100u; matte-coated BOPP, CCPP and PET Synthetic Papers 45u-400u for UV flexo, digital, water-based inkjet and other printing technologies; uncoated and coated Conformable films 41-55u; uncoated and coated metallized films; coated Conformable BOPP graphics films for digital toner and inkjet printing.
HSF also promotes its recently launched additions to the BOPP film range with 30 percent PCR content; BOPP Synthetic Paper range with enhanced UV digital printability; additions to the high abrasion resistance direct thermal coated BOPP range; and improved Phenol free direct thermal coated BOPP range; third-generation hotmelt barrier coating across the BOPP range; and Chemical Free direct thermal paper.
Booth C87
Hybrid Software, a pre-press and workflow technology provider for the label and packaging industry, exhibits technology from its recently launched business unit, Hybrid BrandZ.
Hybrid BrandZ offers a comprehensive SaaS-based artwork management solution called Artflow, as well as iC3D, a 3D packaging software for photorealistic product visualization and prototyping.
Hybrid Software’s technology for label and packaging printers simplifies spot color simulation, extended gamut printing and digital press optimization. Hybrid Software’s VDP Execute automates workflows for variable data, and can work well for short runs, personalized packaging and custom labels.
Hybrid Software’s Velvet Screening services flexo printers with an advanced dot removal algorithm that delivers smooth transitions, customizable settings and flexibility, and can print on any flexo plate, resolution or ruling.
Booth E439
Inkstar shows its range of thermal transfer ribbons, including recently launched products, such as color metallic ribbon available in gold, silver, blue, green and red, and a near-edge wax resin compatible with multiple printer brands.
Booth C52
International Media Products, a manufacturer of thermal transfer ribbons, shows its latest innovations for the Latin American market. The latest products include the Z110 super premium wax ribbon and the Z107XL, featuring industry-first 4-micron film-based wax technology.
The company is also promoting the premium FTX304, FTX306, and FTX307 resins,offerring exceptional heat, abrasion and chemical resistance against industrial solvents (acetone, MEK, toluene) and automotive fluids (brake fluid DOT 4, gasoline, diesel, brake cleaner). These advanced resins are specifically engineered for printed circuit boards, electronic components, chemical drum labeling and other automotive and durable applications.
Also on show are FTX Extreme resins, which offer UL recognition with leading synthetic substrates.
Booth E348
JAV Trading Corporation discusses the range of graphic supplies and equipment. With more than 30 years of experience, it offers technical service while advising and meeting market needs.
Booth D103
Jiangsu Aoli New Materials shows its new inkjet-compatible film labels, which feature 30 percent faster drying and IPX7 waterproof performance. A 15-second curing time allows immediate post-printing handling.
Booth E151
K Laser Technology, a manufacturer of holographic and metallized substrates, exhibits alongside Mexico distributor Sumicorp and shows cold foil for flexo and digital printing applications. K Laser Technology and Sumicorp will showcase various applications to maximize users’ cold foil capabilities (for decoration and brand security) including shrink sleeve, custom holograms and taggant technology.
Booth E85
Kocher+Beck showcases its latest development, the GapMaster EM, which is reverse compatible with any previously installed K+B GapMaster model. The mechanical adjustment handle is replaced with the EM retrofit gearbox, providing digital technology with maximum precision. The adjustment step ranges from 0.25µm to 10µm. Also on show are Kocher+Beck’s magnetic cylinders and flexible dies.
Booth E23
LBT Ribbons, based in Zapopan, Jalisco, showcases its range of thermal transfer ribbons for various industrial applications. The company’s ribbon line-up includes four key formulations. The new Resina Extreme, which offers superior resistance to abrasion, solvents, weather and high temperatures (up to 265 deg C), is compatible with synthetic films, polyester, polyamide and high-durability labels, making it particularly suited to the chemical, medical, electronics and energy industries. Resin is suited to applications requiring durability and scratch resistance; Wax-Resin provides a balance between print quality and resistance to challenging conditions; and Wax is an option for general-purpose applications on paper labels.
Booth C67
Lemorau demonstrates its EB die-cutting machine for high-volume production, capable of reaching speeds of up to 200 m/min. It is equipped with pressure gauges and bearer wipers to ensure consistent cutting quality, even during extended runs. It includes an automatic knife slitting system, enabling rapid adjustments and reducing set-up times. Additionally, the Easy Strip system provides streamlined waste removal, while the double rewinder option offers flexibility for output.
The company also features Lemorau 2F, a versatile fan fold machine designed for efficient handling of fanfolded labels and continuous forms; Lemorau CTA1500, an automatic core cutter; and Lemorau RA, a label rewinder with versatile uses. Additionally, the Lemorau ER400 roll lifter is also on display.
Booth C97
Manroland Latina presents printing and finishing technologies from a variety of brands. Printing specialists from Miyakoshi’s Japan and Spain offices are available at the show, promoting semi-rotary offset printing as an alternative to digital for medium runs.
Representatives from embellishment unit manufacturer Pantec and press manufacturer Omet are also on hand to discuss their respective technologies and innovations.
Manroland shows a shrink sleeve revision machine from DCM and hosts two finishing specialists from the French manufacturer, which has more than 130 machines installed in Mexico processing shrink sleeves and wraparound labels. The US president of Prati, the finishing company from Italy that manufactures modular finishing equipment is also available at the stand.
Booth E130
Maquiladora Gráfica Mexicana showcases labels, overlays, publications and folding boxes. It serves clients primarily with a strong focus on the electronics, consumer goods, medical, automotive and spirits sectors. The company has been operating for more than three decades and runs two production plants in Mexico: one in Guadalajara, Jalisco; and the other in Tijuana, Baja California.
Booth C82
Mark Andy showcases its award-winning flexo technology and standalone finishing systems. It runs live demonstrations of its Evolution Series E5 press and the Rotoflex VSI-330 converting system. Additionally, a Mark Andy Pro Series press is on display at the Domino booth (C55) to illustrate how high-speed variable data can be added to flexo-printed labels.
Booth D31
Maxcess shows its RotoMetrics flexible dies portfolio, which has been re-engineered with automated manufacturing processes for enhanced precision and reliability. According to the company, the superior chrome coating processes offer twice the life and durability of competitor products.
Also on show are RotoMetrics Intelligent Adjustable Anvils, Fife guiding systems, Webex tension control, Tidland slitting and winding systems and precision rolls from Componex and Webex.
From AccuAdjust that is automation upgradeable ready for added RotoAdjust enhancements like job recall and OI interface to fully automated RotoScan, coming in 2025, RotoMetrics provides a wide array of intelligent and adjustable anvils. Its high-precision Fife web guiding systems include Fife SmartDrive Actuator and GuideLine Digital Sensor
With its advanced Magoiwr tension control systems, machine and press operators can effectively monitor and control web tension to ensure consistent material handling to reduce waste and scrap. The new Tidland SmartSlit, RD AutoScore and Control Series Class 1 Knifeholders bring automation to minimize operator error and reduce waste.
The company also discusses rolls, from Componex WINertia Idler Rolls to Webex Performance Rolls to thousands of roll covering formulas. The new Componex Plasma Coating rolls offer superior traction and release properties.
Booth C48
Nazdar promotes its extensive line of narrow web inks, coatings and adhesives. Nazdar will also launch new products at the show: the new W181 series water-based inks offer benefits for bio and renewable resources, and the new 68500 LED flexo series, designed with the label converter in mind, offering improved economics and is a dual-cure product.
Booth C44
Nilpeter shows the new FB-14 flexo press, which is also available in a 17in version. Launched last year, the new FB-Line is built on Nilpeter’s PowerLink software platform and offers increased automation and digitalization. An adaption kit allows the use of tooling from the ‘classic’ FB-Line presses. Nils Evers, Nilpeter’s general manager for Latin America, says: ‘Mexico is a strategically significant market for Nilpeter, where we have over 600 installed machines. Our flexo technology aligns perfectly with the current developments and trends in this region. We anticipate that the new FB-Line will meet the evolving demands of Mexican and Latin American printers, offering them enhanced automation and flexibility.’
Booth C85
Oben Group presents its Oben Labels range of flexible films, including BOPP, BOPET and PET shrink films, for diverse labeling applications such as pressure-sensitive labels, wraparound labels, IML and shrink sleeves.
With over 17 manufacturing plants across the Americas and Europe, Oben Group is one of the world’s largest film producers, offering a diverse portfolio including BOPP, BOPE, BOPET, BOPA, PET-Shrink, CPP, CPE, CPA and Cast films, as well as functional coatings and metallization. It also produces thermoformed products, PP construction boards and PET straps.
Booth E420
Peret shows its Breye Braille dot analyzer. The company developed a device, based on an optical method, that differs in its approach from other devices used in the market, such as SFS and laserscan systems. Breye takes a photo in high-resolution and reproduces a 3D-dot which is not a pure light-shadow calculation.
It visualizes whether the dot is flat or rounded, whether the smallest traces of cracks appear on the dot surface, the base area and the angle of the Braille dot, and the dot symmetry. All are essential factors in defining the correct machine set-up of the embossing, die-cutting and folding-gluing system. Breye keeps key process variables under control to achieve accurate, legible, imperfection-free and repeatable embossing. It can cope with challenging glossy surfaces by using a special software feature.
C121
Re, a first-time exhibitor at Labelexpo Mexico, showcases its ReVision NET, a new fully integrated vision and print control system. From a single command point, thanks to up to two Touch screen displays, it is possible to control an unlimited number of ultra-compact cameras simultaneously. The 16X Zoom technology and the innovative optical design using a dual sensor and high-resolution lenses allow the user to capture every detail, faithfully reproducing colors and complex embellishments such as gold leaf, fluorescent colors, embossing and other processes even at high speeds of up to 1,200 m/min.
Visitors can also see the company’s latest web guiding systems with high customization, easy calibration and a user-friendly interface.
In addition, Re presents its tension control systems, pneumatic and electromagnetic powder brakes, safety chucks, pneumatic shafts and friction shafts, which complete a portfolio of products entirely made in Italy.
Booth C24
Roberts Graphics showcases the 2011 Nilpeter FB 3300 Servo, a servo-driven narrow web flexo press designed for label and flexible packaging production. With a 330mm (13in) web width, this machine features full servo control, ensuring precise tension management, fast set-up times and high registration accuracy. It supports UV and water-based inks, die-cutting stations and in-line finishing options.
Booth C34
Rotometal, a supplier of rotary tooling, shows a range of products designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Among the highlights is the Magnetic Cylinder AluLite. This lightweight cylinder technology offers substantial weight reduction, resulting in significant cost savings on transportation and energy consumption. Cylinders over 120T can undergo a weight reduction of nearly 50 percent, making them more efficient and economical to use. Also on show is the Print Cylinder Antifriction. This anodizing process utilizes a special polymer matrix to create an optimized surface smoothness while maintaining high hardness. The antifriction treatment offers several advantages, including easier preparation and changeover, faster tape changes, enhanced durability, strong adhesion, scratch resistance and easy assembly.
Rotometal also promotes rotoSLEEVES Eco, a product line manufactured using recycled and naturally derived materials and designed to reduce environmental impact. Made with 100 percent recycled PET, these sleeves offer a sustainable alternative to traditional print sleeves.
Rotometal also showcases its extensive portfolio of other rotary tooling, including magnetic cylinders, print cylinders, print sleeves, sheeters, anvils, bases for sleeve anilox, embossing cylinders, air cylinders, cutting units, gears and cylinder storage systems.
Booths C41, C92
Set Industry discusses digital and flexo printing machinery designed to maximize efficiency, reduce waste and optimize production costs. It also promotes advanced finishing equipment. Beyond sales, it offers maintenance services to extend the lifespan of equipment and keep operations running smoothly.
C36
Shenzhen Likexin Industrial, a manufacturer of finished labels as well as raw materials for labels in China, showcases a wide range of FSC-certified products.
Booth E69
Siegwerk demonstrates its range of inks and coatings, including highly functional and sustainable products. The offering combines in-depth ink expertise with extensive knowledge of safety, technology, efficiency and sustainability.
Booth E141
Sigma Group, a Mexican company with more than 15 years of experience, discusses supplying UV, UVC, UVA, Oxi-Dry, Infrared and UV LED lamps various OEMs. It also promotes spare parts and consumables for different printing equipment. Thanks to its different divisions, Sigma Group covers the needs of different industrial sectors such as graphic arts, food, pharmaceutical, automotive, electronics and industrial in general.
Booth D11
Sun Digital shows the HP Indigo 6K digital press, which offers high-quality, color-accurate printing across a wide range of applications, including pressure-sensitive labels, sleeves, in-mold labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging. The press supports up to seven color stations, enabling the use of specialty inks such as HP Indigo ElectroInk silver, fluorescent pink and a comprehensive white ink portfolio. The HP Indigo 6K enables businesses to diversify their product offerings and improve operational efficiency.
Booth D59
Tectuprint shows label finishing equipment, including a system for in-mold labeling with a non-stop plate mounter, which uses a camera to ensure correct placement.
Booth E429
TOC Industrial Machines launches a UV LED system and UV mini-tunnel system for laboratories. Designed specifically for label manufacturers, these innovative units enhance efficiency and quality in curing processes.
Booth C72
UPM Raflatac showcases its latest innovations, including its Carbon Action plastic label portfolio, comprehensive Label Life service and expanded product offerings.
UPM Raflatac Carbon Action plastic labeling materials enable packaging carbon footprint reduction throughout the value chain. Products in the Carbon Action portfolio combine multiple circular economy Rs – reduced, recycled or renewable materials that enable recycling or reuse. These labels are expected to replace traditional fossil-based options without compromising quality or performance.
In addition, UPM Raflatac shows Forest Film, a 100 percent wood-based plastic face material that is ISCC PLUS-certified bio-circular on a mass-balance basis; RAFNXT+, the first labeling material verified by the Carbon Trust to reduce carbon footprint; Raflacoat PCW-FSC, the FSC-certified (FSC C012530) face material made with 30 percent recycled fibers; and the company’s Graphic self-adhesive sheets and Graphic Solutions product portfolios.
Finally, UPM Raflatac spotlights Label Life, its life cycle assessment (LCA) service, offering DEKRA-validated LCA calculations and providing decision-makers with essential environmental information on label materials.
Booth E91
Vemax, a Brazilian manufacturer of inspection and finishing equipment, demonstrates the VRR TA V380 inspection rewinder and the new compact VSM 250.
The VRR TA V380 features an automatic turret rewinder and has undergone a modernization process, bringing greater usability, technological updates and a more modern and attractive design.
Meanwhile, the compact VSM 250 was developed to inspect potential errors in digitally printed labels, addressing issues such as lamination defects and combined printing failures.
Booth D57
Wilson Manufacturing, a global supplier of high-performance tooling for the flexographic and converting industries, shows its comprehensive product range which includes engraved cutting dies, flexible sheet dies, magnetic cylinders, print tooling and custom accessories. Also on display will be waste management systems such as pin ejection, air ejection and vacuum tooling.
Booth D74
Wuzhou Special Paper Group, a China-based paper manufacturer, showcases a range of papers, including food packaging paper, glassine paper, tracing paper, transfer printing paper and cultural paper. At Labelexpo Mexico the company mainly displays glassine papers for the label industry between 30-120gsm, which are FSC- and ROHS-certified.
Booth C14
Yupo Corporation America showcases two new products. The first one, SuperYupo Plus, is a new substrate for conventional offset printing, which can be used with conventional inks and is claimed to have a higher print quality and stiffness than competitor products. The second product on show is the new CleanSort, Yupo’s next-generation technology for in-mold labeling (IML), which has been designed to make Yupo labels free of bottles, containers and items. This allows plastics to be recycled and then returned to their pure polymer form without contamination from inks, varnishes or foils.
Also on display is the company’s labelstock for pressure-sensitive and linerless labels.
Booth E45
Zeller+Gmelin North America, a manufacturer of energy-curable printing inks and coatings, exhibits its Nuvaflex UV/LED curing ink series, as well as its flexographic coatings and adhesives.
Zeller+Gmelin showcases its high-performance Nuvaflex ink series, including series 17, 30, and 32, and introduces its new line, 16 Series UV/LED ink, available in Summer 2025.
The new UV/LED ink is a low-migration product suitable for pharmaceutical, indirect food contact and other low-migration applications. It was designed with current and future compliance regulations in mind.
Zeller+Gmelin also partners with Domino Printing to provide high-performance satin coating for its N610i 600 DPI digital label press demonstrations.
Booth E75
Zhejiang Rhyguan Machinery introduces the Rhyguan Plus digital label converting line series. The servo-driven machine features spot varnish, hot stamping and semi-rotary die-cutting. Its modular construction allows new features to be added or existing modules to be rearranged. Other options include screen, doming, cold foil and automatic knife-positioning system. The intermittent hot stamping station offers 40 tons of pressure for hot stamping, embossing or flat-bed die-cutting. A foil saving function reduces foil costs.
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