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WIDE FORMAT & POSTPRESS NEWS

Comexi launches F2 Origin AstroNova’s
new products
flexo press new digital printers under its
AstroNova has introduced

product brands. QuickLabel
Comexi, in collaboration printing phases, attendees QuickLabel and TrojanLabel
with Asahi will host the will witness the converting QL-900 is a rugged desktop
event ‘Effortless plate mak- stage in action. This inkjet label printer designed
ing and timeless production’ includes laminating, slit- for full-color labeling applica-
on November 8, 2023, at the ting, and handling tech- tions. Manufactured at the
Comexi Technological company’s newly acquired
Center, CTec, in Girona, niques. facility in Chicago using
Spain to launch Comexi F2 Sustainable products will inkjet technology, the
Origin advanced flexo press. be explained, including the QL-900 enhances
The ‘Effortless plate making 7-color ink series, Bellissima AstroNova’s offerings includ-
and timeless production’ high-definition screening ing supplies such as exclusive
event invites industry pro- technology, Asahi’s water- supply purchase programs,
fessionals to discover the It boasts high productivity, ergonomics and user friendliness wash Carbon Neutral plates, ongoing technical support,
entire production process, XPS UV LED systems, and a variety of label materi-
from in-house plate produc- launch of the Comexi F2 how to achieve ECG 7C Comexi’s press and Tesa’s als and substrates. The
tion to printing, lamination, Origin advanced flexo press. printing. The press does not Twinlock sleeve system— QL-900 features a built-in
and slitting, all made possi- The new press boasts high rely on spot colors to create touchscreen interface, which
ble by the turnkey project by productivity, ergonomics high quality print results. innovations that reduce envi- includes a built-in job library,
Comexi and Asahi. and user-friendliness for For the first time at ronmental impact. While support for external RIP solu-
With a focus on streamlin- operators. It also features alternatives to solvent inks tion, and visual status of the
ing and enhancing the print- drying capacity and enables Comexi, the entire process are on the rise, solvent-based printer locally (without
ing process, participants will the use of solventless inks. will come full circle. inks remain a major part of needing an additional s/w
experience the worldwide Attendees will also learn Following the prepress and the flexible packaging sector. utility installed on the host).
Wausau launches non-woven Merchr invests

roll labelstock £250,000 in custom kit

Wausau Coated Products On-demand merchandis-
has launched W036504 – ing printer Merchr has taken
Indigo 100# Rustichello delivery of five custom-built
non-woven roll labelstock. print machines as part of a
100# Rustichello is £250,000 investment target-
formed from fibers that are ing growth. Increasing
randomly distributed and demand at Merchr’s Greater
non-directional, providing Manchester plant prompted
a handmade artisan look the firm – which went inde-
with a textured irregular pendent from the nearby
surface. The face stock is a New 100# Rustichello is made of randomly distributed fibers Product Source Group in
non-woven synthetic paper UV-resistant, water-resist- January – to bring on board The kit will help power growth
that is known for its dura- Wausau Coated Products, more printing capacity. The
bility without tearing. It’s ant, chemical-resistant, and said: ‘Our customers have installation round included a Asian OEM – included a
fibrous textured surface is solvent-resistant, ensuring voiced their need for a label new digital flatbed printer, laser-guided dual heat press-
top coated for optimum its durability in various material with a handmade capable of printing 60 note- ing printer for glitter, neon
print results making it suit- environments. It is manu- appearance that brings tex- books at once with a varnish and textured print on t-shirts,
able for high-end wine and factured with a 1.2mil clear ture, and an artisan craft finish, a 360-degree cylinder hats and bags, with the final
spirit applications. polyester liner providing look and feel to their pack- printer for water bottles and custom piece a 360-degree
100# Rustichello has an high strength and durability aging. 100# Rustichello flasks capable of 250 bottles heat press for hats. Merchr
ultra-aggressive permanent to the label stock. This delivers just that. per hour. also took delivery of a
adhesive designed for diffi- makes it a suitable choice “We look forward to see- Further custom kit – all GraphTec CE7000 vinyl cut-
cult-to-label surfaces. It for high-speed automatic ing the creative designs that sourced through ex-parent ting plotter, bought through
offers high quality initial roll-to-roll applications. our customers come up company Product Source reseller Stahls. Installations
tack and adhesion to a vari- Adam Frey, director, with for their label projects Group, which has a partner- were carried out in mid-
ety of substrates. It is North American Sales, with this material.’ ship with an undisclosed East October.
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