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Premiere Event to showcase next-level automation in flexo, developed by four industry leaders

Wednesday 23. July 2025 - Asahi Photoproducts, a pioneer in flexographic photopolymer plate development, today announced a collaborative industry milestone in flexographic printing. Together with technology partners Allstein, Esko, and Kongsberg PCS,

Asahi Photoproducts, Allstein, Esko and Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems to Unveil Breakthrough Flexo 5.0 Automation at Open House in Herford
Asahi will showcase a new level of automation in flexo during an exclusive Open House in Herford, Germany, on 7 October – one day before the K 2025 trade fair opens in Düsseldorf.
In the context of an ongoing shortage of skilled labor, the project reflects a broader industry trend: leveraging automation to reduce repetitive tasks and deploy human expertise more strategically.
The participating partners – Allstein, Esko, Kongsberg PCS, and Asahi Photoproducts – are sending a clear signal: Flexo printing is not only becoming more efficient but also strategically competitive with gravure printing. Especially in markets where rotogravure has a strong historical presence, such as Asia, this could become a real alternative.
At the Open House, guests will experience a production concept that offers a glimpse into the future of flexographic printing: highly automated, resource-efficient, and ready to unlock new market opportunities.
While technical details will be shared at the event, this is not a mere showcase – it is a working blueprint for the future of packaging production.