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Nilpeter to host open IN BRIEF

Electronics logistics provider
ifm has invested in Schreiner
house event in April ProTech’s ((rfid))-DistaFerr
ESD LongRange labels to
allow driverless Automated
quickly and accurately find,
Nilpeter has confirmed it Mobile Robots (AMRs) to
deliver and digitally track all
will hold an open house warehoused items at its
event in April 2024 at its facility in Germany. For ifm, it is critical that its AMRs work
North American headquar- efficiently when locating an item or finding its intended
ters in Cincinnati, marking a intra-facility destination. Each AMR travels approximate-
ly 30 kilometers per day, placing emphasis not only on
significant milestone in the finding and transporting the correct item, but doing so
company’s commitment to with the least-possible lag time. At each stop, an AMR
showcasing the latest in passes a special rack system where the scheduled con-
printing technology and Attendees will enjoy live demonstrations of Nilpeter products tainer can be dropped off and a new one picked up.
Information on where and when to deliver an item is
enhancing service support. conveyed digitally, lending to optimal capacity utiliza-
The event will also serve as of more than 1,000 printing India) to be close to our cus- tion. Among the common challenges in such a setting are
the grand unveiling of the presses across North and tomers. Each site has per- electrostatic discharge (ESD) containers, which have anti-
new North American facili- South America, Nilpeter has fected the skills of effectively static elements that adversely affect RFID functionality.
Schreiner ProTech’s ((rfid))-DistaFerr ESD LongRange
manufacturing high-quality
ty’s large-scale Technology built a legacy of excellence presses. The event will fea- Labels are specially adapted to thrive even on ESD sur-
and Educational Center. over the past three decades. ture the theme ‘Expanded faces. For ifm, the result has been seamless interaction
This state-of-the-art facil- The new strategic focus aims Color Gamut’, with speakers between marking, identification, and digitalization. The
ity will demonstrate to leverage modern manufac- such as Mark Cook, chair- company is enjoying 99 percent delivery accuracy.
Nilpeter’s comprehensive turing facilities in Cincinnati man at Catapult Print; Chip Jet Technologies has opened
product portfolio, including to prioritize customer sup- Tonkin, chair at the its first distribution center in
port, including efficient
flexo, digital and value-added spare-part deliveries. Department of Graphic Brisbane, Australia, as it con-
technologies, highlighting Peter Eriksen, chief opera- Communications at Clemson tinues to experience strong
growth in Queensland and
the company’s innovative tional officer of Nilpeter, University; George Adam, increased demand for its
spirit and dedication to qual- said: ‘Nilpeter operates pro- president at Techkon; and products and services across
ity. duction sites around the Ken Pavett, CEO at the country. The new facility
With a robust install base world (Denmark, USA and Flexografix. is located at 45-49 Quilton
Place, Crestmead is expected to improve delivery times and
provide more services to its in Queensland and beyond.
Geostick, Stratus, Nordvalls sign ‘The opening of our first distribution center in Brisbane is a
testament to our ongoing commitment to delivering excel-
partnership agreement lence and exceeding customer expectations,’ said Jack
Malki, director at Jet technologies. ‘Our investment in
Queensland demonstrates to local and national clients our
commitment to the region and that we are focused on pro-
Three of Europe’s leading viding them with the very best service with the conveni-
independent converters have ence of inventory located nearby. This enables our clients to
joined together in a new part- serve their own customers better and the results are posi-
nership to strengthen and tive for everyone.'
maintain market share in a Comstock Park, Michigan-
highly competitive market. based Great Lakes Label (GLL)
The three converters are is investing in infrastructure
Netherlands-based Geostick, and technology to diversify
France-based Stratus its portfolio offerings and
Packaging and Sweden-based boost production capability.
Nordvalls. It has installed the 17-inch
‘We all share the same Geostick forms partnership with Stratus and Nordvalls 8-color Mark Andy Pro Series
long-term vision,’ said Cees Schouten added that the why we, as a family business, printing press and the Mark Andy DS-IQR retrofit for its P5
Schouten, chief operating three converters have collec- enter partnerships with par- Mark Andy flexographic press. In addition, it purchased
Karlville shrink film finishing equipment and retrofitted
officer at Geostick. ‘A future tively created a ‘continuous ties that have the same focus two p-series presses with chill rolls. GLL is also expanding
in which sustainability and its facilities with the addition of a 30,000sqf building.
innovations for product, business flow for suppliers and core values: Stratus is a This expansion will accommodate the rising demand for
packaging and machine and an organization for com- family business, just like its services while ensuring space for future growth and
development will be central. petitive prices and services. Geostick, and the owner of innovation. ‘We are thrilled to announce these strategic
And in which joining forces 'In the highly competitive Nordvalls is the Possehl foun- investments, which underscore our commitment to deliv-
and sharing knowledge yield market, we are seeing more dation. We look forward to ering exceptional value and service to our clients,’ Tony
concrete competitive advan- and more acquisitions from creating long-term benefits Cook, CEO at Great Lakes Label, said. 'We are well-posi-
tages.’ investment parties. That is in all areas of the chain.' tioned to meet evolving needs of our customers.'
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