Medialliance Graphic Receives Esko Certification French company Medialliance Graphic Bourgoin Jal- lieu has become the first business to achieve a ‘best in class’ plate making certification under a new program introduced by Esko. The XPS Crystal Certification Program recognizes plate making businesses that consistently produce su- perior flexo plates, which lead to superior flexograph- ic print quality.
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Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com
AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current technology flexo mounting tapes and backing sys- tems for corrugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, FlexSoft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thick- ness range requirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving ser- vices for unique customers & applications. A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distribu- tor of flexographic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imaging systems and software specifical- ly designed for flexography. ARC International www.ARCInternational.com Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com ARC International is a world leader in the manufac- turing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnology laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manufacturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers. DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading supplier of flexographic printing systems in digital and conventional formats; including Cyrel® brand photopolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and fin- ishing products. For more than 35 years, beginning with Cyrel®, the first photopolymer printing plate, through to to- day’s digital workflow revolution, DuPont has been driving innovation in the Flexo and package printing industries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broadly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print performance, and environmental benefits.
The certification scheme was developed to ensure the entire supply chain can meet the needs and re- quirements of brands and converters in terms of pre- dictable and accurate plate quality and the highest plate making consistency available, for any given pho- topolymer. Introduced following the HD Flexo certifi- cation program for flexo platemaking, the new certifi- cation is offered as part of the XPS Crystal Hardware Care Plan. The process can be started either on in- stallation, during a preventative maintenance visit, or upon request.
Avery Dennison Acquires Acpo
Avery Dennison has acquired the business of Ohio- based ACPO Ltd. for the purchase price of $87.6 mil- lion, subject to certain post-closing adjustments.ACPO produces pressure-sensitive overlaminate products for the label and flexible packaging markets and has ap- proximately 170 employees. Avery Dennison has acquired the majority of ACPO’s assets, including coating, finishing and distribution operations at its Oak Harbor, Ohio, headquarters, as well as three finishing and distribution sites in Atlanta, Georgia; Oak Creek, Wisconsin; and Vancouver, Wash- ington. ACPO employees will transition to the Avery Dennison Label and Graphic Materials team.
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