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through the automation, and the gearless plate sleeves have an automatic cleaning function before release. Nilpeter feels the increased technological advance- ments included in its presses will attract young, for- ward-thinking people to the converting industry, peo- ple who grew up with disruptive technology. “It will ultimately lead more young people to pur- sue the converting industry as a career,” Teachout told Flexo Market News last year before the FA press made its North American debut at Labelexpo Americas.“The age-old image of a printing press operator wearing an apron, covered in ink are still prevalent. Nilpeter is actively participating in workforce development pro- grams with associations, high school and vocational schools so that students understand not only the vital- ity of today’s printing industry but how modernized and technology-based it has become. It is a very so- phisticated industry and offers the chance of a reward-
Dan Muenzer, TLMI President, tells Open House attendees about the growth in the label market.
ing career. By focusing on clean-hand technology, Nil- peter can reach an entirely new workforce. “Clean-hand technology is the key to the success of our new FA line of presses, and it is the reason these machines are so easily adapted by today’s workforce,” Teachout continued.“A generation raised on disruptive technologies expects that level of technology from all manufacturing companies. Our new FA press is op- erated by a tablet with virtually no knobs or handles on the machine. All print controls are now managed through motion control motors.” At the Open House, Nilpeter announced a strategic partnership with Screen, which aims to bring added
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