14 email: news@printmonthly.co.uk September / October 2024 - Issue 350 KIT & MEDIA / NEWS PrintMonthly printmonthly PrintMonthlyMagazine IGS celebrates string of global installations International Graphic Supplies (IGS), a supplier of CtP equipment based in Monmouthshire, has delivered several orders around the UK and countries like China, Lebanon, and the US. A recent installation by IGS was of its Titanium 330-R Reel to Reel Label Cutter at Stickershop in Bristol. The web-to-print company produces self-adhesives labels and stickers for various applications. The company invested in the 330-R in order to increase production capabilities, which is needed after the business’ high demand for core labels. Shane Pritchard, director of Stickershop, says: “We had looked at a range of label cutting machines including laser cutting but after thorough testing, and visiting an existing Titanium 330-R user, the Titanium 330-R exceeded our requirements. We have been delighted with the performance and reliability of the Titanium 2516 [purchased in 2021 from IGS], so it was a very easy decision to partner with IGS for a reel-to-reel cutter.” Recently IGS shipped four 40ft containers of machines to various countries overseas as well as three additional UK installations. Shipments included a Kodak Magnus 800 Multi Cassette and Lotem 800 to its distributor in China as well as a Screen 8800 Multi Cassette to GM Habis in Lebanon and three Screen 4300 S machines to IGS’ distributor in Africa. As well as installations for Heidelberg and Agfa machines, IGS has supplied another Screen 4300 to Barkers, a digital and lithographic print provider in Rochester. Peter Flynn, managing director at IGS, says: “It was with great pride as the ex-sales director of HighWater Designs when I listened to Jon the owner at Barkers tell me his HighWater Platinum 2230 Violet CtP was 25 years old and is still producing great quality plates but felt he needed to move to thermal no process plates. “What we can offer customers is an upgrade path to an affordable refurbished Thermal CtP. Moving from violet to a thermal CtP will allow the users to benefit from daylight operation and the ability to use direct-to-press plates. The early adopters of thermal CtP using Creo Trendsetters or basysPrint UV CtP are now looking for faster and fully automatic CtP systems.” Managing director of IGS, Peter Flynn [L] with the team at Stickershop By David Osgar PG Paper has launched a new containerboard range in the UK market as the result of a new strategic partnership with Opal. The new range to be supplied by PG Paper includes a unique lighter shade of virgin Kraft Liner Board (KLB) with a bright, smooth surface ideal for high-quality, professional printing, as well as 100% recycled Fluting and Testliner grades. Part of Opal’s paper division, the KLB is manufactured at the Maryvale Mill in Australia, whilst the recycled Testliner and Fluting are produced at the Botany Mill. To lead the distribution partnership, PG Paper has appointed Martin Ferarri as its new regional sales director. Lyndsey James-Williams, PG Paper’s commercial director, says: “The UK containerboard market is being driven by e-commerce and the increasing demand for sustainable and new packaging solutions from both consumers and retailers. “At PG Paper, we are committed to offering our customers innovative deepsea alternatives that enhance supply chain resilience. Opal’s advancements in quality, particularly in producing a unique KLB shade, allow us to provide packaging options that meet market demands and help our customers mitigate supply chain risks.” Bringing over 20 years of experience in the UK containerboard industry, Ferrari comments on his new role: “This partnership introduces a unique KLB solution to the market, offering UK customers exceptional print quality with Opal’s distinctive shade, perfect for high-quality, professional printing need. “I am delighted to join the PG Paper team and start my role by playing a pivotal part in this collaboration.” PG Paper launches Opal Containerboard range PG Paper is now supplying Opal’s containerboard range in the UK as the result of a new strategic partnership Elliott Baxter & Company (EBB) has announced it is now stocking the new and improved WestRock KraftPak Evadale. The updates to the product are said to be in line with current trends and technologies. A single-ply uncoated, unbleached kraft paperboard, KraftPak Evadale is manufactured at WestRock’s Evadale Mill in Texas. The paperboard is said to offer a consistent and uniform surface with an attractive natural brown appearance. The new grade also has enhanced printing properties and can now be printed on both sides. As well as this, the new product is lighter in shade than its predecessor and the calliper grammages available have been updated. A4 samples and trial sheets are now available from local EBB sales offices. EBB is now stocking WestRock KraftPak Evadale EBB is now stocking the updated WestRock KraftPak Evadale paperboard. Pictured: Smurfit Westrock Macadamia KraftPak By Carys Evans
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