BR Printers Acquires Venerable Book and Catalog Printer C.J. Krehbiel Co. of Cincinnati (piworld.com)

Optimum Group, a leading supplier of self-adhesive labels and flexible packaging, has improved the recyclability of its shrink sleeves after adopting Flint Group’s Evolution range of primers and varnishes, designed to enhance packaging label recycling. Evolution Deinking Primer is applied to the substrate before the ink to provide strong ink adhesion throughout the life of the label. It enables the ink to be released (de-inked) into the recycling caustic wash and the substrate to be broken down into flakes, allowing for more than 99% recyclability. Marcel Tuyn, Technical Sales Manager at Flint Group, said, “Working with Optimum Group’s Wellen team has been a fantastic experience, and we’re delighted that they have achieved success thanks to our Evolution Deinking Primer.

Walsworth recently purchased the real estate that houses its Saint Joseph operation, located on Maiden Lane in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Walsworth acquired IPC Print Services in 2010, taking over the building’s lease in the process, and has been utilizing the full extent of the plant’s printing capabilities since then. Walsworth officially took ownership of the property on Oct. 31, 2023. “Purchasing this building tells our employees, and the Saint Joseph community, that we’re here to stay,” said Phil Archer, General Manager of Walsworth – Saint Joseph. “It’s another step in showing our commitment to this location.” Lucas Vandermolen, the Manufacturing Support Manager at Walsworth – Saint Joseph, feels that the purchase is a big step for the future of the plant. “The investment to own our facility is a huge commitment by the Walsworth family to our employees, customers, and community,” said Vandermolen.

The desire to expand into the large-format sector and increase capacity without sacrificing quality or speed, led Walton Press to add the Durst P5 350. The addition of this innovative digital printer will be the centerpiece of their wide-format print offering allowing them to expand into new markets. Walton Press located in Monroe, GA began in 1900, originally started in conjunction with the Walton Tribune a hometown newspaper and has been in the printing business for over 120 years. Walton Press is the first in Georgia to add the Durst P5 350 all-in-one hybrid solution for flexible roll and board printing. They take a personal stake in the success of their customers and will do what it takes to support that objective. The Durst P5 350 is an all-in-one hybrid large format UV LED Inkjet press that prints both rigid and roll materials up to 138” (3.5 meters) wide with 1200 dpi output.