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ROTOCON has welcomed Francisco Soto to its team as Director of Sales, covering Canada, Florida (USA), Latin America, and the Caribbean. In this new role,

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When the doors of hall 7 swung open at the Johannesburg Expo Centre on 11 March, ROTOCON warmly welcomed Africa’s print, packaging and labelling industry with bold energy and open arms. At Propak Africa, its stand wasn’t just a display –it was a showstopper. And the company commanded every second of it.

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Flexopack, Armenia’s flexo printing pioneer, has invested in two ROTOCON CHROME RFP presses following a successful drupa 2024 demo. The RFP 340, installed first, handles polyamide sausage casings with precision UV LED curing, while the RFP 450 is designed for high-accuracy in-mould labels. Expert installation and training by ROTOCON ensure Flexopack can maximize quality, speed, and versatility, reinforcing its leadership in Armenian flexo printing.

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ROTOCON proudly presents the fifth edition of ROTOCONNECT, connecting, informing, and celebrating the label printing industry. This issue features insights from CEO Michael Aengenvoort, news on ROTOCON Europe, digital and flexo innovations, student design competitions, and industry awards. Packed with updates, achievements, and stories of collaboration, ROTOCONNECT 5 highlights the company’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and nurturing the next generation of label printing talent.

Choosing the right slitting method is critical for label and flexible packaging production. In this feature, Ralph Beier of EyeC GmbH explains shear, razor, crush, and die cut slitting, including web tension control, inspection positioning, and automated setup options. He also explores in-line inspection on presses and rewinding systems, helping converters achieve higher efficiency, precision, and reduced waste while maintaining quality across diverse substrates.