Zünd will be exhibiting at Fespa Global Print Expo in Amsterdam, March 19 to 22. At Europe’s leading trade show for digital, large-format printing, visitors will have the chance to discover how they can automate digital cutting in many different ways.

At Booth D40 in Hall 1, Zünd will demonstrate how powerful digital cutting technology – combined with intelligent software and a range of optional solutions for automated material handling – can make digital cutting efficient and cost-effective.

Ferag AG recently carried out a successful revision for Druckzentrum Zürich (DZZ) in order to extend the service life of its production facilities. The focus of this revision was the replacement of the control drum on an MSD inserting drum. The component was in operation since 2001 and needed to be replaced now.
The Druckzentrum Zürich (DZZ) is the largest and newspaper printing plan with the highest capacity and performance in Switzerland and was opened in 1984 as the Bubenberg printing center of the Tages-Anzeiger. Today, Druckzentrum Zürich belongs to Tamedia AG, a subsidiary of TX Group AG.

First demo room for GMS is also first in Australia to showcase Kongsberg technology

Following a significant investment in a state-of-the-art new facility, leading Australian distributor GMS Pacific has opened the doors to its first demo center – and the first in the country to boast a Kongsberg C64 at the heart of its automated production.

“Proven embellishment capabilities” cited as a key factor in the decision to purchase.

Scodix, the world’s leading enhancer of digital enhancement solutions, is pleased to announce the sale of the Scodix Ultra 6000, powered by SHD Digital Enhancement Press to Orda Print, the leading printing solutions company in Israel. The press is already providing significant value with a seamless integration into Orda’s print production process.

The company’s first Tecnau purchase was the Stack 2020, since this initial investment, KP has purchased Tecnau equipment six more times.
The company’s initial investment in new equipment began in 2018 when KP was responding to a bid from an existing customer. KP needed to expand its capacity and capabilities. “Tecnau came to the table with different solutions, and was great at guiding us along the way,” stated Guy Smith, Senior Vice President of Operations at KP.

Bundling expertise as a system integrator and solution designer in one place
Ferag has opened a new location in Graz in Styria (Austria) - Ferag Engineering GRZ GmbH. This is an engineering office where the Swiss family-owned company is concentrating its expertise as a system integrator and solution designer in one place. "From now on, all countries in the Central Eastern Europe (CEE) region will be supported and accompanied with the accumulated Ferag know-how when awarding projects," says Christian Klöckl-Greimel, Managing Director of Ferag Solution CEE GmbH.

palamides GmbH, the leading provider of automated deliveries and stackers for the printing industry and Popp Maschinenbau GmbH, a mechanical engineering company known for innovative paper converting and packaging solutions, are working together on a shared stand at drupa 2024, highlighting their collect-to-box (CTB) solution.
The CTB solution, will make its debut at drupa 2024 (May 28 - June 2, 2024) in Düsseldorf, Germany, focuses on enhancing postpress operations by streamlining print job deliveries. It emphasizes stacking efficiency, scalability and versatility, catering to a range of production requirements, from simple palletizing to more complex productions.

The packaging manufacturer Thimm continues to focus on the expansion and digitalisation of its plants and is investing more than three million euros in a new flat-bed die-cutter for its Castrop-Rauxel production site. With this high-performance system, Thimm is taking another step forward towards achieving its digitalisation vision of the Internet of Packs.

Pioneering the future with unprecedented productivity, precision, and safety

Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) has unveiled its game-changing new digital cutting platform, the Kongsberg Ultimate. Poised to transform the corrugated production industry, the groundbreaking platform delivers unprecedented levels of productivity, precision and safety.

Industriprint from Denmark built its business with screen printing but has long since made a name for itself in digital printing, too. The company uses a Zünd S3 cutter for its cutting operations. It recently upgraded the cutter to include a sheet feeder and a Robot PortaTable 130.

Packaging with impressive 3D effects is the current big trend. It attracts attention at the point of sale and turns products into fascinating eye-catchers. LEONHARD KURZ recognized this development early on and is ringing in the future of the packaging industry with its new finishing solutions. Following in the footsteps of LIGHT LINE®, whose sparkling star designs, rainbow-colored motion effects and luxurious diamond look were introduced to great success, is SILVER LINE®.

Tecnau empowers PrintForce with Stack 1010 cut and stack systems, boosting digital book production inline with Canon varioPRINT sheetfed inkjet presses
In today's dynamic publishing landscape, where market demand and stock risks remain unpredictable, an increasing number of publishers opt to print books only after they have been sold. Recognizing this, PrintForce, a prominent company based in the Netherlands, embraces its powerful motto, "Understanding Challenges," by tailoring their printing prowess to the unique requirements of each client.