Printing & Media Technologies

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd. has announced that its flagship 330 series of high-quality large-format printers, along with its SS21 and BS4 eco-solvent inks, have been officially approved for the 3M™ MCS™ Warranty Program—widely regarded as the most comprehensive graphics performance warranty in the industry.

This certification marks a strategic milestone for Mimaki and its customers in the sign graphics and wide-format printing markets. By securing the 3M™ MCS™ Warranty, Mimaki is reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-impact, durable printing solutions with long-term performance assurance—critical for print service providers operating in demanding commercial environments.

Industry-Backed Assurance for Graphic Longevity

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 2, 2025 – Mimaki Europe has unveiled its first-ever UV-DTF printer, the UJV300DTF-75, and a new line of environmentally compliant UV inks ahead of the FESPA Global Print Expo 2025. These product introductions mark a major milestone in Mimaki’s innovation journey, aligning with its 50th anniversary celebrations and reinforcing its leadership in industrial and commercial printing solutions.

UV-DTF Technology Expands Creative and Operational Possibilities

Designed to meet rising demand for flexible, high-quality decoration on irregularly shaped items, the UJV300DTF-75 utilizes a UV curable direct-to-film method that allows for customized printing on products previously difficult to decorate. The machine prints designs onto a glue-coated film, transfers them to a sheet, and applies them to the object — enabling more accurate output with reduced risk of print errors.

Key operational benefits include:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 – Sidel, a global leader in packaging solutions, is setting a new benchmark in the palletizing market with the launch of its RoboAccess_Pal S—an innovative robotic palletizer designed to meet the evolving needs of Food, Home, and Personal Care brand owners. Now available through an intuitive online configurator, users can generate a tailor-made layout and Return on Investment in just a few clicks.

Bold innovation in compact palletizing

Merging the best of robotics and cobotics

Brand owners operating low to medium-speed packaging lines often find themselves at a crossroads between the flexibility of cobotics and the performance of traditional robotic systems. While cobotic solutions offer simplicity and safety, they can hit limitations in speed and payload. On the other hand, high-performing robotic palletizers can require more space and present longer ROI timelines.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 - Handling shaped bottles in modern production environments is no small feat. As packaging becomes a key differentiator for brands, the complexity of conveying and packing uniquely designed containers has become an increasing challenge—until now.

The newly launched Cermex ProSelex® by Sidel is setting a new benchmark in product care, equipment efficiency, and operability, delivering unmatched performance in shaped bottle handling.

Meeting the Complexity of Modern Packaging Head-On

Innovative designs require innovative solutions
Today’s brands often stand out through eye-catching, non-standard containers. But this innovation brings added complexity during conveying and grouping. These containers must be kept in pristine condition, and due to their irregular shapes, they often suffer from instability throughout processing.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 - A revolution in bottling: smarter, smaller, and more efficient than ever before

Sidel is reshaping the landscape of water production with its latest innovation—the Super Combi Compact, a cutting-edge solution meticulously engineered to reduce footprint and optimize efficiency across bottling lines. In an industry where performance, space utilization, and sustainability are critical, this compact solution delivers breakthrough results while maintaining the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO).

Maximizing water production with minimal space

All-in-one integration for seamless performance

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 - Join Sidel at IPACK-IMA Milan 2025 for an exclusive look at the future of packaging technology

From May 27 to 30, industry professionals are invited to visit Sidel at booth C91, Hall 7 at IPACK-IMA Milan—Europe’s premier trade fair for packaging technology. Sidel will showcase its latest high-performance turnkey packaging line solutions and agile end-of-line innovations, designed to enhance efficiency, profitability, and sustainability across key industries.

An immersive look at next-generation packaging systems

Tailored solutions for maximum production performance

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 – Sidel has proudly received the coveted Gold Medal from EcoVadis, reaffirming its leadership in sustainable business practices and positioning its Octeville site among the top five percent of companies assessed globally in 2024.

Sidel’s Supply Chain Excellence Recognized

EcoVadis awards Gold Medal after extensive review

EcoVadis, a global sustainability assessment firm, awarded the Gold Medal to Sidel following a thorough evaluation of its supply chain strategy. The review encompassed both the Octeville site and corporate-level operations, ensuring a holistic overview of the company’s sustainability commitments.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 25, 2025 - Ricoh recognized among Dell’s elite partners for 2025

Ricoh has announced that it has been awarded the Titanium Black Partner status by Dell Technologies for 2025. This recognition places Ricoh among a select group of strategic partners who are leveraging artificial intelligence to drive digital transformation for customers worldwide.

Titanium Black: A mark of excellence and innovation

Dell’s highest partner tier signals Ricoh’s market leadership

The Titanium Black status is the highest distinction within the Dell Technologies Partner Program. Reserved for top-tier collaborators, this status is granted to companies that demonstrate outstanding performance in driving innovation, enabling customer success, and navigating the complexities of today’s data-driven multicloud environments.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - Experience efficiency, sustainability, and innovation first-hand with Sidel at Milan’s premier packaging event

From May 27–30, 2025, Sidel will take center stage at IPACK-IMA in Milan to showcase its latest breakthroughs in sustainable, high-performance complete line solutions. Located at Stand C91, Hall 7, Sidel will spotlight turnkey systems designed to elevate efficiency, lower operational costs, and support circular economy goals across the food, beverage, home, and personal care sectors.

Efficiency engineered with Sidel’s turnkey packaging solutions

Integrated systems designed for maximum performance and sustainability
Visitors to IPACK-IMA 2025 can explore Sidel’s fully integrated complete line solutions, which are revolutionizing how manufacturers approach packaging.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 15, 2025 - Ricoh showcases future-forward solutions to meet the evolving demands of industrial textile printing at Europe’s leading print industry event

Bold innovations in digital textile printing take center stage
Ricoh is set to captivate attendees at this year’s FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, happening at Messe Berlin from May 6 to 9, by unveiling its latest high-performance textile production technologies. As Europe’s foremost exhibition for screen, digital, wide format, and textile printing, FESPA offers the perfect stage for Ricoh to spotlight its next-generation solutions tailored to industrial markets and apparel decorators alike.