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“We weren’t simply looking to purchase another press,” says Richard Perillo. “We wanted a platform that fit the type of work we produce today while also giving us the ability to expand our capabilities in the future. Omet took the time to understand our applications, substrates, production requirements, and long-term goals.”

Source One Packaging has strengthened its production capabilities with the installation of an Omet XFlex X6 530 flexographic printing press at its facility in Hauppauge, NY #labelleaders #flexible #packaging #labels Read: hubs.li/Q04CSBkf0

LOUPE India also marked the Indian debut of the Gallus Screeny Printing Unit, which can be integrated into existing narrow-web presses regardless of manufacturer, allowing converters to add screen-printing capabilities without replacing existing equipment.

“Converters need technology that is aligned with the realities of their businesses – from investment and operating costs to the applications they produce every day,” says Samir Patkar, president, HEIDELBERG India.

Gallus Group and Heidelberg have introduced the Gallus Flexomaster, a new flexographic label press developed specifically for the Indian market, at LOUPE India 2026. #labels #labelleaders #flexo “India has been a successful market for Gallus solutions for more than three decades, with over 150 installations across the country,” says Dr. David Schmedding. Read: hubs.li/Q04CSx0L0

.@TLMI enjoyed a banner Annual Meeting in 2026, hosting nearly 500 attendees – including 80 newcomers – in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The sold-out event featured education, networking, and knowledge sharing. #labels #labelleaders Read: hubs.li/Q04CGW5Z0

The acquisition expands Outlook Group's capabilities in specialty label production, flexible packaging and conductive film printing, including in-house ink formulation for medical and electronic applications. Details: hubs.li/Q04CtsGR0

In addressing how AI can help workforce challenges, Chelsey Quick says, "AI isn’t replacing that job, but it can help you train the next person better. They can ask internal AI and it can run them through the steps. AI can serve as a living library for your company and what it can be.” @TLMI #AnnualMeeting

“AI is here," says Chelsey Quick at the @TLMI Annual Meeting. "It’s not coming, and it's not around the corner. It’s present today and 2/3 of people are using it in some way.”

L&NW caught up with Craig Black and Shawn Werbitt at the @TLMI #AnnualMeeting #labelleaders

According to Chelsey Quick at the @TLMI Annual Meeting: 85% say AI is critical to staying competitive; 7% have a defined roadmap; and only 11% say cost is a barrier.

.@TLMI president and CEO Dale Coates welcomes attendees to the Annual Meeting here in Fort Lauderdale, FL #labelleaders

"What I see across a lot of clients and prospects, everyone is trying to grow their business and there’s only so much out there," explains Brian Van de Water of SPL Consulting, LLC. "The common thread is we don’t give clear enough direction to the salesforce about what we’re trying to sell – what you’re trying to grow from a technology or market perspective." @TLMI #AnnualMeeting

A dedicated @TLMI panel addresses the biggest trends in the label and package printing industry at the #AnnualMeeting.

"The growth in our industry will be lower, as the market overall is mature," says AWA's Corey Reardon. "Applications like RFID provide growth opportunities faster than the 2% market growth we're seeing. You have to be more strategic in going after those opportunities." @TLMI #AnnualMeeting

"What you take away from the Annual Meeting will help you adapt," says TLMI president and CEO Dale Coates. "If you stay the same you’re going to be left behind because so much is happening rapidly. Events like this are one of the most visible things TLMI does, but it’s only one piece of the TLMI picture. When a company is considering an equipment investment or a sustainability question comes up, that’s where TLMI resources, studies, and member networking become valuable to you."

"The questions facing our industry all have one thing in common: we don’t have to navigate them alone," says @TLMI president and CEO Dale Coates. "That’s the benefit of TLMI. We willing to work together to make the entire industry stronger."

The @TLMI Annual Meeting is underway in Fort Lauderdale, FL! L&NW catches up with Dale Coates and Domino's Bill Myers has the event begins. #labels #labelleaders

UV or LED? Wrong question. What happens when your next job needs something entirely different? IST America's Errol Moebius explains why curing flexibility, not technology loyalty, is the smarter investment. Read the Q+A. hubs.li/Q04Bll9F0 Sponsored by IST America

“With this investment, we want to meet demand from our existing customers for larger orders at highly competitive prices while guaranteeing the same quality and, above all, the same service,” states Diego Castillo, managing director, Etilisa. “We will also be offering this service to prospective customers.”