K20 Series, Hybrid Systems

Message from Paul Bolduc 
Hybrid Systems  
  
A recent Smothers Pira study reports that digital packaging and label printing will grow at 13.6% (CAGR) to 2020. With the increasing demand for higher image quality and more personalization, direct to shape inkjet printing will grow in importance. Hybrid systems, combining screen printing, digital printing and hot stamping, will generate the highest value added as it takes advantage of each strengths.

I am happy to announce two significant orders  - a hybrid K1 in North America and a new model K22 (see the next article) in Europe. These orders confirm that we are on the right track in offering a range of innovative,high quality machines. 

On behalf of the KBA-Kammann team, I would like to thank you for your continued support and to extend to you and your company our warmest wishes for the Holiday Season. May the New Year be filled with happiness and success.

Regards,
Paul
President KBA-Kammann USA
K20 Series - now available

KBA-Kammann introduces the brand new K20 series of container decorating machines.  The new K20 product line replaces the K1 series which has been very successful over the years.
Faster and more productive, the K20 sets new standards in terms of flexibility, output and innovative solutions for decorating containers.  It can be configured with either direct-to-shape inkjet, screen printing or both. 

The K20 series comes in two varieties - the K21 with one article carrier and the K22 with an additional robotic article carrier that enhances machine utilization increasing output by up to 80%. The machine interface was also improved to provide easier set-up. More space is available to accommodate print stations or other equipment. Its robust framework provides the ultimate stability and dampening characteristics enhancing print quality and productivity.
 
Available Options:
  • Optical register systems
  • Tiltable article carrier for conical and various shaped containers
  • Conventional UV and UV LED pinning and curing
Please contact your sales representative to learn more about the new K20 product line.

Trends in Beer Packaging

Beverages analysts from Euromonitor International, a global market research company, visited Pack Expo and saw a number of trends impacting beer packaging.

Among the most pressing were differentiation and catering to small batch production. Innovative packaging is a highly important strategy to stand out in the ever more crowded retail space. Many craft breweries see their products as art and demand packaging that reflect this belief.

To read the entire article and to see how KBA-Kammann can help with that, please click here .
Articles of Interest  
Trade Shows  
Sheraton Station Square, Pittsburgh, PA
April 22 - 24, 2017
Booth 7882
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
September 25 - 27, 2018   
SGIA Expo 2017
Booth 4013
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. New Orleans, LA
October 10 - 12, 2017 
  Flexible.
Precise.
Innovative.
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