Taiwan-based KYMC will showcase integrated flexographic printing and coating solutions, along with the North American debut of its plastic-free and PFAS-free barrier coating technology, at PACK EXPO International 2026 in Chicago.

The 5th edition of plastprintpack & agrofood Ethiopia from 8 to 10 June 2023 in Addis Ababa Plastics | Printing | Packaging The 5th edition of Ethiopia’s leading plastprintpack & agrofood trade show will be held in Addis Ababa from 8 to 10 June 2023. The event will once again be organised by fairtrade in cooperation with its local partner Prana Events. Review: plastprint...

Do different industries face the same challenges? While the products of the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries vary greatly, their packaging lines share a common set of core challenges: how to ensure quality and safety while balancing high efficiency and regulatory compliance. As a result, customized packaging solutions have become the mainstream. Packaging machines are no longer single-function devices for "capping and filling" but rather comprehensive systems designed to meet the specific regulations of each industry.

As global expectations for environmental protection rise, both consumers and brands are placing greater emphasis on the environmental impact of a product’s entire lifecycle—from production to recycling. Labels and stickers, as common products in the printing industry, have traditionally relied on large amounts of water, solvents, and energy in their production processes, creating a significant environmental burden. Today, sustainable printing is no longer an optional add-on but a key strategy for building brand trust and enhancing market competitiveness. Brands with clear eco-friendly initiatives are more likely to gain favor from both policymakers and the market, positioning themselves at the forefront of the global sustainability trend.

As the IoT rapidly advances, traditional printed labels are evolving into intelligent “smart tags.” No longer merely adhesive printings, these tags embed chips and sensor modules to enable real-time product tracking, authentication, and even consumer interaction. This technological shift is reshaping operations across logistics, retail, healthcare, and manufacturing.

With rapid technological progress and increasingly diverse market demands, traditional printing techniques are no longer sufficient to meet modern industry’s requirements for precision, efficiency, and sustainability. As a result, emerging technologies such as UV printing, 3D printing, and Nanoimprint Lithography (NIL) have risen to prominence, offering solutions with higher precision, broader applications, and lower production costs. These innovations have already demonstrated value across packaging, advertising, healthcare, semiconductors, and construction. In the following sections, we will explore their technical features and real-world applications, highlighting the advantages and future potential of these cutting-edge printing technologies.

In the printing industry, color has always been a core element influencing both quality and sensory experience. Whether in packaging, advertising, or publications, color accuracy directly affects consumer perception and trust in a brand. With the rise of digitalization and globalization, companies increasingly demand brand consistency, making color management more than just an aesthetic concern—it is a safeguard for printing quality and brand value. This article explores the importance of color management, the application of ICC color calibration, and Pantone’s role in brand identity, providing a comprehensive overview of the core knowledge and practical value of color management in printing.

For over a century, the printing industry has been regarded as a relatively mature and stable sector. However, as market demand diversifies and the wave of digitalization accelerates, printing is undergoing a profound transformation. In the era of Industry 4.0, intelligence and automation have become the keywords of competitiveness. From AI (Artificial Intelligence) to IoT (Internet of Things), and the rise of post-press automation, these technologies are quietly reshaping every step of the printing process. Printing is no longer just about reproducing text and images; it is evolving into an era of “smart manufacturing” that is more efficient, precise, and environmentally friendly.

Driven by the wave of digitalization, we have long grown accustomed to a daily life where information constantly “scrolls” into our view. E-books, online news platforms, and short videos occupy our fragmented time, while print publications were once seen as relics destined to fade away. Yet history is often full of reversals—just as digital media reached its peak in speed and density, print quietly returned to the stage, even becoming an “irreplaceable choice” for certain audiences. This phenomenon not only challenges our linear imagination of media evolution but also reveals deeper psychological needs behind human reading behaviors.

Founded in 1978, ASSOMA Co., Ltd. specializes in the research and manufacture of plastic, magnetically driven, seal-less pumps, dedicated to providing optimal liquid handling solutions for the PCB industry. With over 40 years of experience in the pump sector, ASSOMA products are widely applied in critical PCB processes such as etching, cleaning, and electroplating, ensuring the safe and precise transport of chemical liquids. The company holds more than 20 international patents, markets its products globally, and operates an ISO 17025-accredited pump testing laboratory with TAF certification.

As global concerns over climate change, plastic pollution, and carbon emissions intensify, the printing industry is undergoing a profound green transformation. From packaging and commercial publishing to labels and promotional materials, green printing is no longer just an added value—it's becoming a fundamental requirement for brand compliance and supply chain standards.

With the growing demand for doujinshi (self-published works), design collections, art portfolios, and brand-related cultural stickers, a new wave of publishing has emerged—making small-batch printing an increasingly vital tool for independent creators in the cultural and creative industries. In contrast to traditional printing’s large-volume requirements and lengthy lead times, today’s creators and consumers are leaning toward printing solutions that are fast, flexible, and highly customizable.

With over 30 years of experience, Wan Feng Enterprise specializes in sticker and label printing. By combining traditional offset printing with cutting-edge digital technologies, the company has become one of the few in Taiwan capable of handling both variable data printing and cold-chain packaging requirements.

3D printing technology has revolutionized the way industries approach manufacturing, especially when it comes to prototyping. Before its introduction, the process of creating prototypes was often time-consuming, costly, and resource-intensive. Traditional methods involved manual machining or molding, which required significant lead times and extensive human labor. With the arrival of 3D printers, designers and engineers found an efficient solution to rapidly create physical models from digital designs. This innovation allowed for faster iteration and improved communication between teams, ultimately speeding up the development cycle and reducing costs. Over time, 3D printing has not only enhanced prototype creation but has also expanded into full-scale manufacturing, enabling new possibilities for production across various industries.

Remanufactured laser printer cartridges present a viable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional OEM cartridges, offering both environmental and economic benefits. Through innovations in remanufacturing technology and improvements in quality standards, these cartridges provide a sustainable choice for high-quality printing solutions.

In the printer cartridge industry, competition is extremely intensive, and the quality varies extensively. Choosing a reliable manufacturer who understands not only the technical side of manufacturing but also the legal aspects of intellectual property (IP) is crucial. Cartridge Web’s expertise in the industry ensures that their cartridges are of the highest quality and do not infringe on OEM patents, allowing them to be confidently sold in the market.

As the utilization of 3D printing expands across the broader spectrum of industrial manufacturing, the significance of this technology extends beyond its role as a rapid prototyping tool. This article provides an overview of the applications of 3D printing in the fabrication of molds and dies for processes such as injection molding and die casting.

The worldwide manufacturing sector is shifting toward smart manufacturing, with Industry 4.0 leading the way by promoting greater efficiency, reduced costs, and intelligent, adaptable production processes. The nine key technologies of Industry 4.0 encompass Big Data, Layered Manufacturing, Cloud Technology, Automation, System Integration, Internet of Things, Cybersecurity, Augmented Reality, and Simulation.