The Label Printing Blog

eFlex Narrow Web Flexographic Press for Kenya.  www.paperhouse.co.ke

Focus Label Machinery Ltd, based in Bingham, Nottingham, is pleased to announce the completion of a new order from ‘Paperhouse’ based in Kenya, who have confirmed their selection for the modular ‘eFlex’ flexographic Press. The 10 Colour, full servo 430mm wide press will be housed in their Nairobi facility running alongside the existing flexographic lines, including a Focus Proflex Servo previously supplied in 2010.

Tomorrow’s innovation is a museum piece the day after tomorrow. Such is the story of technological advancement since the industrial revolution. In recent years the pace of new technology & developments are arriving at a dizzying pace , increasing efficiency and productivity, only to be replaced and made obsolete a few short years later.

Flexographic printing plates are a type of reusable, roller-plate technology that are used to print high-quality multicolour labels & packaging, and many other types of non-bound, one-sheet card and paper items.

While the technology dates from the nineteenth century, modern improvements have made flexography sophisticated, durable, and adaptable.
But how environmentally friendly is flexography? And, long-term, is it a sustainable printing technology?

Labels play a key part in promoting your client’s business as a reputable, professional organisation. As the first thing that customers usually see, even before the product itself, it’s vital to convey their brand in a positive and engaging way - this builds trust and loyalty.

To achieve this, print must be eye-catching and appealing but without imposing over-demanding burdens on your finances.

There are times in life when small differences mean a world of benefits. A tweak here, a thoughtful addition there, or a bit of extra investment. In the world of flexographic printing the result can be increases in productivity, energy efficiency, and quality.