The adphos group in Bruckmühl, Bavaria, has a leading technological role in the field of industrial thermal processes with the company's own patented aNIR® and aLITE® platform technologies. The electrothermal adphos technology enables coating, printing, dyeing, and impregnation processes to dry and fix within seconds. This is especially true on temperature-sensitive materials such as textiles and non-woven fabrics.

The globally operating diemaker Marbach has developed a new ejector rubber for its rotary cutting-dies. Marbach customers are convinced with its good technical properties, which ensure even more efficiency in the rotary production of corrugated board packaging.

Since DREWSEN SPEZIALPAPIERE produces and processes special papers, the traditional paper manufacturer needs a special sheeter: the versatile and fast Questec from BW Papersystems. A first system was installed at the beginning of 2022 and has more than met the high expectations. Now a second Questec is being added – for additional production capacity and greater efficiency.

In a significant move to address the evolving needs of the graphics industry, UPM Raflatac is pleased to announce the expansion of its Graphics Solutions product range. Designed to meet growing customer demands for high quality, durable and versatile materials, the expansion includes the launch of a range of new, self-adhesive products. The new innovations within the extended product portfolio will be showcased on UPM Raflatac’s stand (5-H49) during FESPA Global Print Expo 2024, taking place from 19th – 22nd March in Amsterdam.

“Koehler NexPlus® Advanced” flexible packaging paper is suitable for a wide range of applications
Facilitates high production speeds on commonly used packaging machines  Faster market launch made possible by close partnership
The close collaboration between Koehler Paper, a Koehler Group com- pany, and Leipzig-based chocolate manufacturer nucao is paying off: nucao chocolate bars will be packaged exclusively in paper with immediate effect.

Excellent sealing properties and strength combined with low grammage
Conserves resources through reduced material thickness and recyclability
Flexible packaging paper makes further processing on common packaging machines easy

Narrow web printing ink specialist Pulse Roll Label Products (Pulse) is aiming high on sustainability after passing three ISO surveillance audits without any recorded non-conformances.
Following a recent audit, Pulse has been granted continued certification under the International Organization for Standardization’s ISO 9001 for Quality Management, the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems.

BST, the specialist for quality assurance systems for web converting processes, is unleashing a veritable firework display of innovations at drupa to help manufacturers make their production processes more efficient, sustainable and reliable. In line with the BST campaign 'FOR YOU', the focus of all innovations is on the user, who benefits in two ways: streamlined, intuitive operation and perfect print results with minimal waste.

Innovations in Optics, Inc. (IOI), a leader in cutting-edge LED technology, proudly emphasizes the exceptional performance and reliability of its flagship product, the LumiBlazeR LED illuminator. Recent comparative measurements and analyses against competitor offerings have reaffirmed the LumiBlazeR's superior intensity and reliability, solidifying its position as the industry's top choice for high brightness pattern projectors.

It has been eight (8) years since the last drupa, and you can expect many new technologies as well as a peek into the future of the industry at this world’s largest printing trade show.
Asahi Photoproducts, a pioneer in flexographic photopolymer plate development and subsidiary of the Asahi Kasei Corporation, today reported that the company is well into its drupa preparations to ensure that its exhibit in Hall 8b, Stand A13, is a prime destination for anyone participating in the flexographic industry, from brand owners and repro houses to flexographic printing operations.

UPM Specialty Papers and Fazer have jointly developed a new type of packaging for Fazer's Oat Rice Pies. Traditional plastic laminated packaging paper has been replaced with an innovative paper solution, which is easier to recycle and does not compromise the protection it provides the rice pies inside. The award-winning packaging has been recognized in the WorldStar, ScanStar and New Wood competitions and can already be found in the chill food aisles of Finnish supermarkets. Rice Pies are a traditional snack eaten throughout Finland, with a thin rye – or in this case oat – crust and rice porridge filling.

An optimal paper solution for its versatility, strength and excellent printability in food packaging applications without barrier requirements
Metalvac FP is Lecta’s metallized paper designed for flexible packaging applications that do not require any specific barrier properties, suitable for final applications like chocolate and ice cream cone wrappers as well as other food packaging applications without barrier requirements.