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Language: Spanish · Subtitles: Spanish/English At Labelexpo Guadalajara, Nilpeter presents its latest advancements in flexographic printing technology. Martin, the global marketing director, introduces the company's newest press—the FB-Line. Released last year, this machine combines the strengths of previous models like the FB Classic and FA-Line, offering enhanced performance in both 14- and 17-inch widths. Designed as a hybrid of proven features, the new FB-Line reflects Nilpeter’s ongoing commitment to innovation in flexo printing. Flexography remains the company’s core focus. While Nilpeter also engages in other areas, the emphasis is clear: Flexo is the future. This message is prominently displayed at the stand, underscoring the company's dedication to advancing technology and supporting its global customer base. The Mexican market is especially important for Nilpeter. With a long-standing presence in the region, the company notes that Guadalajara has the highest number of Nilpeter press installations worldwide. This strong foothold drives continued investment and outreach to further build relationships and expand the client base. Nilpeter is widely recognized for its high-quality engineering and production standards. The company manufactures its equipment at state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring precision, durability, and reliability. Customers who invest in Nilpeter machines benefit from a trusted legacy of performance and support. The objective at Labelexpo is clear: to generate new business and develop projects beyond the exhibition. While immediate sales are a key goal, establishing long-term connections remains just as important. As the conversation at the stand concludes, a clear message is left behind—flexography is central to Nilpeter’s identity and to the future of the printing industry. LinkedIn profile: Martin Fjordlund Teilberg Interviewer: Nayelli González Menéndez · Revista El Impresor

Language: Spanish · Subtitles: Spanish/English At Labelexpo, the team stops by one of the most impressive and visually striking stands at the show—Kurz's stand—where they meet with Andrea López. She warmly welcomes the visitors and expresses the company's excitement about participating in such a significant industry event. Kurz, known for its expertise in graphic enhancement, is showcasing its full portfolio of solutions that aim to make printed materials more beautiful and impactful in the market. Andrea shares insights into what Kurz presents at the expo, including their wide range of dies for various design enhancements—from micro and nano textures to high-security features like holograms and VOID technologies tailored for the pharmaceutical sector. The stand highlights aesthetic and functional security innovations, offering tools for traceability, counterfeit detection, and customer engagement. With years of experience in the market, Andrea explains that Kurz divides its security offerings into two main areas: physical appearance, which includes simulated holograms and enhanced finishes, and deeper security layers like invisible inks and barcode scanning for full product traceability. These solutions allow brands to monitor where and how their products are bought and used, offering a comprehensive 360-degree approach to packaging and labeling. She emphasizes the importance of finishing touches in label design—what Kurz calls "embellishment"—which help products stand out on the shelf and invite consumers to look closer. With a wide selection of foils in various colors and patterns, Kurz offers brands the tools to differentiate themselves and create a strong visual identity. As the expo starts, Andrea notes the strong attendance and expresses optimism about connecting with existing clients and new potential partners. She invites everyone to visit stand E71, where the Kurz team is ready to share their innovations and welcome visitors throughout the event. Interviewer: Claudia Mendoza Angeles · Revista El Impresor

Language: Spanish · Subtitles: Spanish/English At Labelexpo, the team reconnects with Ricardo Rodríguez, Commercial Director of Domino Printing Mexico, to explore the latest in digital label printing. Ricardo shares insights on Domino’s robust presence at the event, highlighting a growing industry filled with innovation, technology, and expanding demand. Domino Printing showcases its Digital Printing division, featuring advanced systems, including a four-color roll-to-roll digital press and high-resolution single-color printers like the K600 and the new K300. Designed for small-batch, variable label printing, these machines offer impressive speeds and precision—ideal for today’s dynamic packaging needs. Ricardo emphasizes two key trends shaping the label market: digital printing and the increasing importance of QR codes and personalization. He also addresses an industry-wide shift, as upcoming regulations by 2027 will require a transition to two-dimensional codes, such as barcodes and QR codes. Domino’s technology is equipped to meet this demand, providing smart, efficient, high-quality solutions. With over 27 years of presence in Mexico, Domino continues to lead with innovation and customer-focused service. Throughout the expo, visitors are invited to explore their full range of solutions and consult with a multilingual team ready to assist in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Interviewer: Claudia Mendoza Angeles · Revista El Impresor

Language: Spanish · Subtitles: English/Spanish At Labelexpo Mexico, INKISH speaks with Andrés Tamez, General Manager of Advisors and Consultants in Color Consultants and Solutions, as the company celebrates its 15th anniversary. Andrés showcases a comprehensive range of color management solutions tailored for the graphic arts and printing industries. From Pantone color guides and light booths for accurate color evaluation under various lighting conditions to precision measurement tools that provide exact color coordinates, the stand covers the full spectrum of color control. Andrés also demonstrates advanced systems for press calibration, including fully automated solutions that control ink levels directly from a console, reducing waste, setup times, and manual adjustments. With tools for every stage of the production process—from design inspiration to final print—his team offers cutting-edge, efficient, and intelligent solutions that improve color consistency and press performance. The booth reflects a deep commitment to innovation, quality, and customer-focused service in the ever-evolving world of color technology. Interviewer: Claudia Mendoza Angeles · Revista El Impresor

Language: English · Subtitles: English/Spanish At Labelexpo in Guadalajara, Morten from INKISH speaks with Duane Pekar, CEO of Mark Andy, about the company's rapid evolution and growing commitment to the Latin American market. Duane highlights the importance of service and local presence, announcing the establishment of Mark Andy Mexico through a new partnership that brings service, parts, and print supplies under one roof. This move strengthens their support for both flexo and digital technologies in the region. With modular press designs and retrofit options, Mark Andy is helping customers in emerging markets transition to digital printing while maintaining flexibility and scalability. Duane also discusses global market dynamics, emphasizing how Mexico offers a level playing field among international manufacturers and has become one of the company’s top five growth markets. The conversation underscores Mark Andy’s global strategy, dedication to customer growth, and ability to adapt to local needs through innovation and strategic partnerships.

Language: English · Subtitles: English/Spanish At Labelexpo in Mexico, INKISH speaks with Dave Telken, Senior Vice President of Mark Andy Print Products. He reflects on his 40-year journey with the company and its evolution from a small, family-run business to a global printing technology leader. Dave shares how Mark Andy’s customer-first, consultative approach has remained at the core of its values, emphasizing transparency, trust, and long-term partnerships. Now leading the division responsible for consumables, parts, and pressroom equipment, Dave explains how Mark Andy is a one-stop shop for print businesses, offering everything from doctor blades to anilox cleaners with competitive pricing and global logistics support. He highlights the company's strategic expansion into regions like Mexico and Europe with local warehouses and sourcing to ensure better service and pricing. With a strong focus on global growth, Mark Andy is positioning itself to support customers in the U.S. and Europe and across Latin America, Africa, and Asia, solidifying its presence as a trusted partner in the ever-evolving print industry.

In this interview, Managing Director Jokin Iruretagoiena Osoro explains some of the advantages of investing in ETI equipment, which allows converters to buy substrate and add features like adhesive themselves. ETI is from Canada and is 25 years old. Besides making the technology to produce selvadhesive and other products, ETI also creatively finds solutions to reduce consumables, saving money for the converter, being more environmentally friendly. Osoro also says that ETI is pretty much alone in the market but expects further competition in the future because what they do is so smart and valuable, he says :-)

Language: Spanish · Subtitles: English/Spanish At Label Expo 2025 in Guadalajara, Siegwerk presents its latest innovations in sustainable ink solutions. Jonathan, the Color Management Specialist for Latin America, shares how the company is advancing in washable inks, water-based inks for food applications, and digitalization tools that support greener printing processes. With a strong focus on sustainability, Siegwerk is bringing German-developed technologies to the Latin American market, including Mexico, Colombia, and Guatemala. The company is expanding its eco-friendly offerings beyond offset printing into flexography, reflecting a broader industry shift toward more responsible practices. With dedicated specialists, engineers, and compliance experts, Siegwerk ensures that all products meet rigorous standards, particularly for food-safe applications. Their presence at the expo highlights a commitment to innovation, quality, and environmental care, inviting attendees to explore how sustainable inks can transform the future of packaging. Interviewer: Claudia Mendoza Angeles · Revista El Impresor

Leopoldo Bravo Camposeco manages the DURST business in Mexico and the rest of Latin America - a huge market with great potential. In the interview with Editor Morten B. Reitoft, Camposeco discusses the opportunities, how DURST delivers value from software to hardware, and helps customers develop. Great chat - check for yourself :-)

The Danish Flexo press supplier, Nilpeter, was showcasing their new FB series at LabelExpo - a machine built on the successful FA series. In this chat with Global Marketing Manager Martin Fjordlund Teilberg, we talk about the emerging market, the importance of being present, also at tradeshows like LabelExpo even though Teilberg also talks about customer acquisition cost - but a great conversation - dig in!

Language: English · Subtitles: English/Spanish The Heidelberg/Gallus booth at LabelExpo has a giant screen, a similar-sized bar, and info screens about products and services. It looks like a fresh and modern version of Heidelberg that celebrates its 175th anniversary this year! "Home of Print" is the renewed Print Media Center but also the slogan for Heidelberg in 2025 - but genuinely great to see a new updated style - lounge music, relaxed atmosphere, and then, of course, the pleasure of talking to Fernando Menendez, who manages marketing in Mexico. We are sure you will like the interview :-)

Language: Spanish · Subtitles: Spanish/English At Labelexpo Mexico, Priscila Segura Azevedo of Fedrigoni shared the company’s enthusiasm for participating in the event for the very first time in the region. While Fedrigoni is a regular presence at Labelexpo shows in Chicago, Barcelona, and Brussels, this marked its debut in Mexico—a strategic move that reflects the importance of the Latin American market. Priscila noted the strong interest from customers seeking specialty and convenience-driven label solutions. Mexico, in particular, offers a vibrant market full of potential, especially for a company like Fedrigoni that specializes in high-end, technically advanced materials. With origins in papermaking, Fedrigoni began by producing textured and specialty papers. Over time, the company expanded into the label industry, which has become one of its core strengths. Fedrigoni’s label solutions are applicable across various sectors, including wines, spirits, tequila, mezcal, pharmaceuticals, hobbies, and personal care, offering tailored, high-tech products for each. A major focus at the stand was sustainability, a value Priscila described as fundamental. She introduced the RI-MOVE line of sustainable labels, designed specifically for PET packaging. This technology allows labels to be easily removed during the recycling process, ensuring that PET containers can be fully and efficiently recycled. During her demonstration, Priscila explained how standard labels leave behind residues hindering PET recycling. In contrast, Fedrigoni’s RI-MOVE labels separate cleanly in a caustic soda bath—a standard part of the PET recycling process—allowing the PET to sink while the labels float. This ensures effective separation and full recyclability. With a normal label, that’s not possible—there will always be residue. In addition to RI-MOVE, Fedrigoni also presented its linerless label technology. Traditional labels require a liner—essentially backing paper—that becomes waste. The linerless design eliminates this waste entirely, allowing for full-width printing and greater material efficiency. There’s no waste, no discard. It’s another way the company is addressing sustainability. Looking to the future, Fedrigoni hopes to strengthen its presence in the Mexican market. Many customers may still recognize the company by its former name, IP Venus, but the brand is eager to establish itself under the Fedrigoni identity. Priscila emphasized the company’s openness to collaboration and problem-solving, inviting customers to bring forward their challenges and projects. Fedrigoni is here to solve problems. The goal is to find the best solutions together. She closed by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to present the company’s products and technologies and encouraged visitors to explore the stand and learn more about Fedrigoni’s forward-looking innovations. Interviewer: Nayelli González Menéndez · Revista El Impresor

Language Spanish - Subtitles Spanish/English At LabelExpo Mexico, Esteban García represented CERM as their Business Development Manager for the United States, Mexico, South America, and Latin America. With his deep understanding of the industry, García shared CERM’s focused vision and the value their specialized software brings to companies in the label and packaging sector. CERM, a Belgian company with over 30 years of experience, develops software tailored specifically for businesses in labeling, flexible packaging, and corrugated cardboard. García emphasized that CERM deliberately concentrates on this niche, believing that actual value lies in specialization. “This is what we do,” he noted, underscoring the importance of doing one thing exceptionally well rather than spreading resources too thin. During the event, García highlighted the challenges many companies in the sector face—particularly labor shortages and competition from larger, more modern operations. In response, CERM’s software is designed to streamline workflows, reduce unnecessary steps, and capture key production data accurately. This efficiency empowers companies to remain competitive without overhauling their equipment or expanding their workforce. One of the CERM system's most compelling features is its ability to deliver real-time quotes in minutes—a critical need in today’s fast-paced business environment. García explained how CERM eliminates redundant data entry across the production process, allowing information to flow seamlessly from quoting to invoicing, including inventory and warehouse management. The result is a fully integrated solution that supports operational excellence. CERM is making its debut at LabelExpo Mexico after attending the event as a visitor. Pleased with the experience, the team returned to showcase their platform to companies that may not have had the opportunity to attend LabelExpo in Brussels or Chicago. The goal is to introduce more Latin American businesses to CERM’s capabilities through live demos and direct interaction. When asked about the company’s performance in the Mexican market, García reported positive momentum, noting strong client relationships in Mexico and South America. He expressed enthusiasm about the future, sharing that CERM’s regional team has already tripled in size during his five-year tenure and continues to expand rapidly. Looking ahead to 2025, García remains optimistic. “We are growing fast and doing very well,” he said, reinforcing CERM’s commitment to innovation and industry collaboration. As the conversation concluded, García invited all attendees at LabelExpo Mexico to visit the CERM stand. “We’re excited to meet more people from the industry and build new partnerships,” he added. Interviewer: Nayelli González Menéndez · Revista El Impresor