2025 is panning out to be an exciting year for the digital label printing sector, with a range of Press, software and hardware innovations that are giving print businesses greater flexibility to respond to market changes and consumer demands. In this article, we’ll look at some of the main trends shaping label printing and the opportunities they could provide your business.
A good platemaking system is the key to achieving outstanding print-quality through flexographic printing. Investing in an advanced platemaking system will give you greater precision, accuracy, and versatility in your print runs, helping you to meet the expectations of today’s customers. So, what are the main features to consider when evaluating a platemaking system for your business?
Label printing presses are designed and engineered to last, which is one of the reasons they deliver such an impressive lifetime ROI. For high-volume textile label printing businesses, therefore, it’s tempting to stick with the assets you have. If the equipment is working as intended, then why outlay the large upfront cost for a new press?
Label printing machinery requires a large capital investment, with new flexographic and digital presses costing upwards of £200,000 to £900,000 or more in asset purchase, implementation, setup and training costs. In an uncertain economic landscape, therefore, there is a compelling argument for sitting tight with the assets you have. However, the market isn’t just uncertain, but is also changing rapidly, and with these changes come opportunities.
Renowned for its lightness and versatility, flexible packaging provides consumers with an on-the-move solution that jigsaws perfectly into their busy lives.
Whether you’ve invested a new label printing press before and it’s time to upgrade, or you’re considering purchasing a new model for the first time after normally using refurbished models, you’ll be aware that this kind of investment is a significant business decision.
