Flexographic printing, also known as flexo, is a versatile and widely used technique for creating high-quality printed materials. Particularly popular in the packaging and label sector due to its efficiency and ability to produce vibrant, detailed prints, flexographic printing delivers consistent and reliable results and is the go-to printing method for many companies in a variety of industries.

Product labels and packaging are incredibly important to maintain brand presence on the high street, but it can be difficult to decide which printing method is most suited to your customers’ needs. Digital printing machines offer an agile and cost-efficient solution to many pain points in the packaging process and are redefining the commercial landscape, as we will explain in this article.

Originally incorporated in 1968, BSP is well established as a successful UK label manufacturer and is now headed up by Martin Attaway, the son of founder - John Attaway.

Flexible packaging plays a crucial role in many industries but, to meet the unique needs of various applications, different printing methods are used in its production. The choice depends on factors such as print quality, production speed, and substrate compatibility, as well as the target consumer audience and their preferences.

Further to the recent installation of their Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 230 digital press from Focus Label Machinery, BSP Labels, of Royston, UK, has subsequently installed a Reflex 330 Digital Finishing System - again supplied by Focus Label Machinery Ltd.

As the sixth largest producer of printing products in the world, the UK is in a prime position to enhance sustainability in the industry, and positive progress has already been made towards achieving Net Zero.