Thomas Schweizer · Global Head of Sales · Gallus · LabelExpo Barcelona 2025

Gallus Unveils Next-Generation Technology at Labelexpo 2025

At Labelexpo 2025, Gallus made waves with the launch of its flagship press, the Gallus Five, and we caught up with Thomas Schweizer, Global Head of Sales, to hear more.

Thomas spoke passionately about the Gallus Five, which drew significant interest from visitors at the show. This high-performance press delivers speeds of up to 110 m/min and accommodates 340 mm and 430 mm web widths, offering a powerful solution for converters looking for speed, quality, and versatility.

In addition to the Gallus Five, the company also introduced the Gallus Alpha, a new roll-to-roll label printing solution designed to meet the growing demand for shorter runs, faster turnaround times, and greater flexibility.

Thomas also highlighted the Prinect workflow, which seamlessly integrates Gallus technology to simplify operations and boost productivity. His enthusiasm for the products was contagious, making it easy to see why he leads Gallus’s global sales efforts.

With its new technology and forward-thinking approach, Gallus is clearly positioning itself as a leader in the future of label and package printing.

En Ferdinand Rüesch · Brand Ambassador · Gallus & Heidelberg · INKISH Honoree 2026

Ferdinand Rüesch · Brand Ambassador · Gallus & Heidelberg · INKISH Honoree 2026

In this in-depth and personal conversation, Ferdinand Rüesch reflects on legacy, responsibility, and what it truly means to step into his father’s shoes at Gallus. As a third-generation leader, he took over the family company in 1990 during a time of industry crisis and personal uncertainty. He shares the emotional and professional impact of being called home before finishing his MBA, the powerful moment when his father handed him the keys to an empty office, and the realization that the future of Gallus was now his to shape. Rüesch speaks candidly about losing his father—not only as the founder of the modern company, but as a mentor and trusted advisor—and the challenge of finding his own leadership style rather than copying the previous generation. From starting as a mechanic apprentice in 1974 to leading the business through decades of transformation in the printing industry, he describes how the company was never just work, but life itself. The conversation explores leadership, chemistry, and long-term relationships in business. Known for building close connections with customers around the world, he reflects on the importance of personality, standing firm in one’s opinions, and knowing when to step forward—or step back. He shares insights into balancing authority with humility and explains why reading people is an essential leadership skill. Away from the factory, he opens up about family life, cooking, barbecuing, maintaining a wine cellar, photography, and his love of classic music from The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Dire Straits. He also reflects on travel—once dominated by early business flights, now increasingly enjoyed at a different pace—and how the foundation built by his grandfather and father created not only a company, but a platform for a meaningful family life. As he gradually steps back from daily operations, Rüesch explains how his role has evolved. He no longer walks the factory floor giving instructions; instead, he is called upon when needed—trusted for experience, perspective, and instinct. It is a transition built on mutual respect. The dialogue concludes with reflections on recognition, influence, and the importance of creating spaces where people in the industry can speak openly and connect person-to-person rather than just business-to-business. For Ferdinand Rüesch, appreciation is not about titles or medals, but about sharing experiences, bringing people together, and remembering that industry, at its core, is about people.

En Ferdinand Rueesch at Heidelberg's 175th anniversary

Ferdinand Rueesch at Heidelberg's 175th anniversary

Enjoy this lovely conversation with one of the legends in our industry, Ferdinand Ruessch. Officially started his retirement process, but he can't leave, which has been his professional life for almost fifty years. Editor Morten B. Reitoft and Ferdinand Ruessch in a friendly conversation about colleagues, competitors, change, and doing business now and then. Great to learn from!

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Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG
Harzbüchelstrasse 34
9016
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Switzerland
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Noel Franco · Production Manager · Huella...

This was our first filming in Mexico, so you are always wondering what to expect, and one of the things you realize in Mexico City is the lack of large corporate signs. You also encounter many closed gates, and it's only when they open that you get your first insight into the printing company you are about to visit. When you enter the gate at Huella Litográfica, the first thing that meets you after registration is a massive paper warehouse - so after passing through this, you quickly realize that Huella Litográfica is a Labels and Packaging company. They have flexo presses for their lables a couple of Koenig & Bauer presses, and a die cutter for folding carton, and then a lot of technology that is tailored to the products Huella Litográfica produces. As Production Manager Noel Franco explains, they are busy. Great company, things VERY much under control, and always great to see well functioning companies with a strong belief in the future - so much, that the company is planning further investments in Koenig & Bauer products :-)