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WebTech Industries Chooses Xeikon for Digital Label Manufacturing
Wednesday 15. September 2010 - Leading label manufacturer in India boosts short-run, variable data production with exceptional print quality, productivity
Xeikon, a division of Punch Graphix, today announced that WebTech Industries Pvt. Ltd., one of Indias largest label printing companies, has chosen two Xeikon 3030 Digital Label Presses to complement its flexographic manufacturing process for pressure sensitive and self-adhesive labels. The company, based in Mumbai, acquired the presses through Monotech Systems Limited of Chennai. Its new Xeikon presses will enable WebTech to meet the growing demand for short-run and variable data labels, especially in the pharmaceutical industry where it has a dominant market share in India.
“We evaluated several different options for digital label printing before deciding to purchase the Xeikon 3030 Digital Label Presses,” says Mr. Amar B. Chhajed, the Director of WebTech. “We found the Xeikon presses to be the best solution for our digital manufacturing needs. Key differentiators are the superior print quality and productivity offered by the Xeikon technology. In addition, labels manufactured with Xeikon presses have very high light fastness, an important factor for pharmaceutical label printing. Its ability to handle short-run and variable data labels profitably will make a huge difference for our business and that of our customers.”
WebTech Industries was established in 1998. The company maintains a state-of-the art facility primarily catering to prestigious clients in the pharmaceutical, food manufacturing and consumer goods segments. In addition to its new Xeikon Digital Label Presses and flexo label presses, the WebTech facility features online and offline converting equipment, automatic label defect detection systems, and more.
With true 1200 dpi printing at 4 bits per spot, the Xeikon 3030 Digital Label Press produces photorealistic graphics and pin-sharp security features. The Xeikon 3030 is ideal for producing all types of short-run labels and labels that require variable information, barcodes or other security features such as microprint. With a top speed of 9,6 m/min (31.5 ft/min), it is ideal for short to medium runs, just-in-time production and on-the-fly jobs. The Xeikon 3030 can print on an unrivalled range of substrates without pre-coat, including various self-adhesive materials such as co-extruded films, Bopp, PVC and PET, paperboards, paper with weights ranging from 40 to 350 gsm and transparent and opaque foils. In addition, exceptional registration control and high-density coverage ensure production of the highest quality digital labels.
Mr. S. Venkatesh, General Manager of Monotech systems Ltd. says, “The Xeikon Digital Label Press is a true professional solution for labels and folding cartons. It uses electrophotographic imaging technology with a full rotary system, allowing the press to achieve its maximum speed regardless of the size of labels being produced or the percentage of coverage of each color. By adding Xeikon digital presses to its production line, WebTech broadens its product offering, giving the company significant competitive advantage.”
Hans Gerinckx, Channel Director for Xeikon adds, “WebTech is a pioneer among Indian flexographic printers, and this sale is a major breakthrough for Xeikon. We anticipate that in the coming months and years, the majority of label converting printers in India and other emerging markets will be opting for digital solutions, and WebTech is leading the way in this transformation. We are pleased to be partnering with them to bring these innovative solutions to market.”