PPWR, Packaging Print, and Recyclability: a Reality Check

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is set to reshape packaging requirements, demanding minimisation of packaging, reuse, and recycling at scale. To date, many brands have focused their PPWR compliance efforts on meeting the basic requirements for the August 2026 deadline: minimising packaging, reducing hazardous substances, adding traceable batch or serial numbers, and creating declarations of conformity for each packaging type.

Crown Labels Upgrades Digital Label Printing Capabilities with Domino N730i

Crown Labels, a UK producer of self-adhesive labels, has increased production capacity with a Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) N730i digital label press. The high-performance press has replaced one of the companys two Domino N610i digital label presses, enabling Crown Labels to respond to growing customer demand, enhancing production output and opening the doors to premium label opportunities.

Tuesday 04. August 2026

Ricoh named a Leader in the 2026 Worldwide Laser Production Printers by IDC MarketScape

Ricoh today announced it has been named in the Leaders Category in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Laser Production Printers, 2026 Vendor Assessment. This IDC MarketScape assesses the capabilities and strategies of 11 worldwide vendors of laser production printers. According to the report a key capability is Ricohs polymerised toner technology that improves print quality and energy efficiency. We believe this demonstrates how our technology supports our sustainability goals.

Colordyne Technologies appointed as official North American distributor for Xaar Versatex Printbar

Xaar has appointed Colordyne Technologies as the official distributor for the Xaar Versatex Printbar in North America, expanding access to digital embellishment and specialty print capability for label, packaging and converting applications. Through the agreement, Colordyne Technologies will provide sales, service and support for Versatex across the region.

Xaaar Nitrox printheads enable high-precision wax-jetting for industrial casting applications

Xaars Nitrox printheads have been selected by ZCZH, a Chinabased industrial 3D printing company, to drive its waxjetting system for precision casting applications. The solution digitises wax pattern production, helping casting manufacturers reduce lead times, improve accuracy and increase flexibility through a new additive manufacturing process.

Warwick Printing Improves Turnaround Times, Quality with Heidelberg Versafires

The Warwick Printing Co. Ltd., a full-service commercial print provider based in Lethbridge, Alberta, recently installed two Versafire LVs, powered by the Prinect Digital Frontend, from Heidelberg. The new presses have significantly increased the companys production capacity through enhanced uptime, reliability, and operational efficienc