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L&NW recently met with @AveryDennison's Vanita Marzette and Joyce Vagnozzi to learn more about the important considerations that go into creating wine labels and why it's one of the most important markets in the industry. Sponsored by @AveryDennison
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Label innovation in action #LabelexpoAmericas2024 will serve as the perfect platform to present BOBST’s latest innovations in line with its industry vision & pillars of connectivity, digitalization, automation, & sustainability. Register here: hubs.li/Q02MKF6-0 Sponsored
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Suitable, Safe, Sustainable Visit us at Label Expo in Barcelona: September 16th-19th, Booth 4C42 Sponsored by @Elkem_ASA
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Maxcess uses versatile portfolio to drive converter efficiency. To learn more about the latest industry trends and how Maxcess is ideally suited to meet these challenges, L&NW sat down with Keith Laakko, Global VP of Marketing & Business Development at Maxcess. Sponsored Maxcess
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The best-in-class Labels & Flexible Packaging Business Management Software just got way better. Discover the exciting new features here. Sponsored by @labeltraxx
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Mark Andy touts diverse portfolio of printing technologies Scott Warhover sits down with L&NW to explain how Mark Andy collaborates with customers for their digital, flexo, and hybrid needs. Sponsored by @MarkAndyInc
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The vital role of a technology partner that understands the label industry Craig Tait, Chief Product Officer, eProductivity Software (ePS), details the evolution of MIS, MES, and ERP systems. Sponsored by @ePS_sw
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The best-in-class Labels & Flexible Packaging Business Management Software, just got way better. Discover the exciting new features here. Sponsored by @labeltraxx
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We set the standard for the industrial inkjet ink industry with high-quality, eco-friendly inks. #EcoFriendlyInks #InkSustainability #FormulatingTheFuture Sponsored by @kaocollinsinc
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.@Xeikon is showcasing its wide range of digital printing capabilities here in Itasca, IL! #labelcongress #Panther #inkjet #labels
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Want to learn the latest about #flexo innovation? @LabelSteve has you covered, with contributions from @Eskocompany, @Nilpeter, @Hamillroad, @MarkAndyInc, @INXIntlUSA, @MPSSystemsbv, @Gallus_Group, and @flinteresting. Read: bit.ly/2GquVjV
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Kirit Naik of @UPMRaflatacAM showcasing the company's latest products at @XeikonCafe #sustainability #substrates #labels
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.@dmuenzer sets the stage for his presentation at @XeikonCafe. Of the 2,500 label printers in North America, only 7% belong to @TLMI but they generate 65% of the revenue. #XeikonCafe #labels #digital #flexo
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By 2030, 100% of standard label products will contain recycled or renewable content at @ADLabelLeader. Stop by their @Labelexpo booth to learn more #circularity #LabelexpoAmericas2022
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Avery Dennison explores craft beer labels in webinar - There were 4,269 craft breweries in 2015, an increase fr... ow.ly/8JwS67
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Communication dysfunction can damage your label business growth. | Sponsored by @labeltraxx
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Lane becomes the first non-family member to lead the nearly 70-year-old print and brand marketing company. @MeyersPrinting Learn more: bit.ly/2AiowCI
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.@MarkAndyInc just launched a new version of their user-friendly Digital Pro series of hybrid presses called Digital Pro PLUS. The press uses the Mark Andy Pro Series flexo platform as a base for short to medium runs and more. Sponsored by @MarkAndyInc
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ABG delivers automation to transform label and package printing James Brennan, ABG Connect Product Manager, explains how label converters can reach high-quality finishing with reduced reliance on skilled operators. Sponsored by @ABGraphic_Int
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Web cleaning a hot topic at @MeechStatic at @labelexpo booth 551.
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Expand Capability, Not Floor Space: Add Digital Printing Without Adding Footprint Domino’s N610i-R retrofit lets converters boost digital capability—no extra floor space needed. Mike Barry of Domino explains how. Sponsored by @DominoDigitalNA
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If your key priorities are cost, quality and sustainability, we have a solution for you! Read our interview with Marc Heylen to learn how a smarter, greener future in printing is possible with Flint Group! Sponsored by @flinteresting
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Brussels is set to host @Labelexpo Europe 2019. The show opens Tuesday morning. See you there!
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Sonic Solutions provides cleaning systems that safely and thoroughly clean your anilox - small or large rolls and even sleeves. Keep your press running. Keep your labor, ink and paper costs down. Keep your anilox clean. | Sponsored by @solutionssonic
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.@MarkAndyInc recently appointed Ben Luly as their Product Manager for Digital Presses. L&NW sat down with Ben to learn about the new digital press called “Digital Pro PLUS”. Sponsored by @MarkAndyInc
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The L&NW team is ready to go at @Labelexpo Americas! @LabelSteve behind the camera.
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Join KURZ Transfer Products, LP.'s own Allan Quimby at PRINTING United Expo 2025! PRINTING United Expo stands out with over a million sq. ft. of technology. It’s the place to see tech breakthroughs firsthand! Sponsored by KURZ Transfer Products, LP.
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Check out @TowerProducts' ready-to-use, two-part recirculation system cleaner -- the Dynamic Duo! This product extends the life of the fountain solution by cleaning and removing ink, coating, mold, and paper from the press recirculation system. Sponsored
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When paired with the right package, high quality materials help brands stand out on the shelf @UPMRaflatacAM More: bit.ly/2z8Wo7V
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Take 60 seconds to step into the world of Martin Automatic to discover how this small Mid-Western, US-based company gives you the very best in transformative, high-performance non-stop automatic splicing unwind, rewind, and tension control systems. Sponsored by Martin Automatic
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L&NW stops by to talk with @MeechStatic at #XeikonCafe @Xeikon #IPD17
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Jeroen Diderich, Avery Dennison's VP and GM of Label and Graphic Materials, North America, explains how the acpo portfolio will benefit customers. Watch Video! ow.ly/VUbO50DUtlo Sponsored by @AveryDennison
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According to Udo Panenka of @Eskocompany, the average #label change takes 198 days. "Think about all the things we can do if we change the response time," he says. #EskoWorld #PackagingConnected
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Tower's NEW flexo remover is in! Check out theSmartFlex Adhesive Remover, a remover that every flexo pressroom WANTS. Reach out to the Tower team today to give it a try: hubs.li/Q02KcJW-0 #adhesiveremover #flexo #pressroomchemistry Sponsored by @TowerProducts
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.@Michelman has developed DigiPrime 022, a water-based primer, specifically for use with the @hpindigo 6900 digital label press, says Jan Denies. #Dscoop18 #UnleashingPrint @myDscoop
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Kocher+Beck expands, targeting growth in the Americas David Morris explains how the company has emphasized its operations in the Americas through several key strategic initiatives and investments. Sponsored by @KocherBeckUSA
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#EskoWorld 2018 in San Antonio, TX, USA is officially underway. @janderoeck of @Eskocompany welcomes 505 attendees, a new record! #PackagingConnected
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"@ICEUSAEXPO has always been a key event in the @MeechStaticUSA calendar," says Matt Fyffe. Learn more about what was on display from @FUJIFILMGS, @DeltaModTech, @YazooMills, @r2r_tech and more: bit.ly/2GhMKSp
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A look at the @CSLabels peel and reveal label produced for Northern Monk Brewery, courtesy of a @Xeikon CX3 #digital press. @XeikonCafe #XeikonCafe19
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The Pharma PS 101 session of the @ADLabelLeader #PharmaConverterAcademy is allowing attendees to #label their own products!
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ICD Products: Made in USA International Cutting Die's die stations feature patented Anti-Bounce Technology. ICD’s exclusive technologies eliminate the fear of die damage, ensuring maximum performance. Sponsored by @Maxcess
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As we look back on 2017, L&NW catches up with @Nilpeter as it presents the Panorama line @Labelexpo Europe 2017. Watch: bit.ly/2B46x33
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"By signing on as a @UPMRaflatacAM #RafCycle partner, we will help our customers and brand owners build their legacy as a responsible business and reduce their environmental footprint," says @TylerMatusevich. Learn more: bit.ly/2rmI1b5
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Paper usage is booming! Hear from @ADLabelLeader, @GreenBayPkging, @UPMRaflatacAM, @PPG, @SappiNA, @TechnicoteInc, Spinnaker Coating, Neenah, @VersoCo, Wausau Coated and Zanders. Read: bit.ly/2EcwNfa
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.@Nilpeter and @PaulFlexotech were front and center at the @TLMI #printTHINK Product Showcase. Pictured L-R: Steve, Paul, and Tom. #LabelLeaders
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Thanks to @ADLabelLeader and fellow sponsors @MarkAndyInc and @flinteresting for a fun night at Joe's Live. Fun chatting with two industry leaders! @labelking1 #LabelexpoAmericas2022
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"@Labelexpo is an ideal platform for us to introduce new machines and technologies," says @Fweymans at #XeikonCafe @x
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Challenging times in the industry call for a solution that meets your deadlines and supply goals. YUPO IML integrates your label with your bottle molding process, eliminating waste, time and extra steps. Sponsored by Yupo
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.@dmuenzer of @TLMI cites @CLabelCo, @MCCLabel, @labelexperts as #label converters who have had success with digital and flexo. Read more in this @Xeikon @XeikonCafe exclusive: bit.ly/2sp5mJv
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🚀 Exciting news! CERM has launched new MIS products to drive efficiency in the labeling and narrow web printing industry. Explore the latest insights from Sebastiaan Hermans, Marketing Manager at CERM. #LabelPrinting #MIS #Efficiency Sponsored by @cerm_mis
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"It’s not about what you print, it’s about how what you print makes them feel." Lasting message from Andrew Davis, @myDscoop emcee #Dscoop18 #UnleashingPrint @HPGraphicArts
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Stefanie Klienhorst showcases the latest #smart #label solutions at the @ADLabelLeader booth here @Labelexpo #LabelexpoAmericas2022 #RFID #NFC #innovation
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With increased focus on this popular segment, @ADLabelLeader has developed a host of new products to support label converters. In 2020, the company expanded its portfolio with 6 new sustainable facestocks. #beer #wine #spirits #labels
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The long and short term vision for @Nilpeter is based on what’s known as Industry 4.0 says @PaulFlexotech. Learn more in the exclusive by @LabelSteve: bit.ly/2FoF8Me
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Tower Products' SmartFlex Flexo-Wash Plus is a great product to use within a #corrugated pressroom! This product effectively cleans water-based conventional ink without harsh solvents. Request a free sample today! Sponsored by @TowerProducts
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PPG TESLIN label material contains 60% less plastic than other synthetics, getting you closer to your sustainability goals while offering a solution that delivers the versatility and durability you need for demanding label applications. Sponsored by @PPG
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.@BOBSTglobal runs a live demo of its new press launch, Master DM5. @Labelexpo #automation
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Mariana Rodriguez of @ADLabelLeader joins L&NW to talk about the benefits of the company's new iLab in Mentor, OH.
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The @Eskocompany team concludes the press event at #Eskoworld!
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At Wilson Manufacturing, precision isn't just a feature; it's the foundation of our advanced tooling systems. Our approach combines meticulous engineering with innovative techniques to set new benchmarks in precision. Click below to learn more! Sponsored by Wilson Manufacturing
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“We are proud of Jeff’s advancement within the company," says Steve Davis, president of @Tapecon. Learn more: bit.ly/2zOtp71
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L&NW recently met with AAi's owners, Stacy and Gary Gestring, to learn more about what drove them to add digital printing and why they chose @DominoDigitalNA. Sponsored by @DominoDigitalNA
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At an #EskoWorld panel discussion, industry experts from @TeamFlexo, @asahiphoto, @Eskocompany, @MacDermidGraph1 and @DuPontPackaging detail attracting the next generation workforce. Catherine Haynes cites presence, culture, training as core philosophies for the next generation.
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Konica Minolta celebrates 10 years in label printing and over 1,700 installations Frank Mallozzi recently sat down with L&NW to explore the company's growth and how its technology is disrupting the label printing market. Sponsored by @KonicaMinoltaUS
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Mark Andy touts diverse portfolio of printing technologies Scott Warhover sits down with L&NW to explain how Mark Andy collaborates with customers for their digital, flexo, and hybrid needs. Sponsored by @MarkAndyInc
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“We are extremely pleased that Chris has agreed to join our digital sales organization," says Steve Schulte, @MarkAndyInc. #digital #hybrid Learn more: bit.ly/2EbGUkc
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Our specialized Coating & Laminating team is fully committed to the research and development, design, testing, manufacturing, installation, and post-sales support of hot melt coating equipment. Sponsored by @ValcoMelton
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“We (@hublabelsinc) are extremely excited to offer this new option to our customers to help them grow their brand with us” says @labelguru. Learn more about the @MPSSystemsbv EF installation: bit.ly/2EUm3od
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In our latest eBook, you will learn about how suppliers and converters have navigated numerous challenges over the past four years. These challenges have made a pathway for companies to make critical decisions. Sponsored by @DurstUS
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"We look forward to returning to Brussels with an even bigger and better event in September 2019," says Lisa Millburn, @Labelexpo.
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@fweymans explains the @xeikon digital strategy @labelexpo. The company has 5 pilot sites for its CX3.
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To shed light on the benefits of hot-melt adhesives & how Mactac is responding to market demand, L&NW spoke with Marita Tedquist, Associate Product Manager at Mactac. She detailed how the company’s newest products are delivering value & performance. Sponsored by @Mactac_NAmerica
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Plenty of interest at the @Xeikon booth at #PrintingUnited. Stop by to say hello to Donna and learn more about #digital #toner #inkjet
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Rick Principato, COO at Tower Products, has a new tip! Tower's new Technotrans Water Filter is a unique double walled technology which can help keep the dampening system cleaner. He says this technology can help you improve your pressroom presence. Sponsored by @TowerProducts
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.@FlexTechAssn president Mark Cisternino has announced his plans to retire at the end of 2022, after nearly four decades of service to the association and its membership. #flexo #printing #labels #packaging #leadership Learn more: hubs.li/Q013Khh20
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Tom Hauenstein discusses the many #pouch options available to flexible packaging converters here at #Dscoop18 #UnleashingPrint @myDscoop
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The @TeamFlexo Technical Summit is underway, highlighting #screening on Day 1. Presentations will include @ApexAnilox, @MacDermidGraph1, @Eskocompany, @Siegwerk_inks, Harper, and more!
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Karsten Daemen of @Eskocompany explains the benefits of WebCenter QuickStart, which can get users up and running with their #label workflows within 5 days. #EskoWorld
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L&NW is here in Mentor, OH for the @ADLabelLeader #Pharma Converter Academy. Follow along over the next two days for the latest products and trends. #labels
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Tower Products' SmartFlex UV Flexo Cleaner is an advanced formula that can tackle some of the most difficult ink removal tasks on both photopolymer plates and equipment. Best of all, it's low odor! Request a free sample today. Sponsored by @TowerProducts
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"People want to work in a place where they feel comfortable and build a culture around people of all ages," says Andrew Boyd of @BlueLabelPress. Blue Label has golf, bowling, and fantasy football leagues, among other activities. @TLMI #AnnualMeeting
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More jobs, shorter runs, faster turnaround times all can equate to chaos for your team, unless you set them up to succeed with the right tools. Sponsored by @labeltraxx
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"It is definitely the right decision to move @Labelexpo Europe to April 2022, when we should have returned to some sort of normality as regards international travel and social mixing. I for one cannot wait," says Chris Ellison, president of @FINATcom.
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Gina Testa describes the final session as the "crown jewel" of #XeikonCafe19 @XeikonCafe @Xeikon #KillerApps @CSLabels @Fweymans
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.@UPMRaflatacAM has announced that RafCycle, its #recycling solution, has expanded to the United States and Canada. @FortDearbornCo, as well as several brand owners, are participating in the launch.
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Introducing 5 new #CHILLAT™ labels in less than 1 year @Mactac_NAmerica is committed to exceeding customer demand & expanding its revolutionary all-temp label solutions. From refrigerated and frozen foods to cheese labeling and more.
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"A brand is nothing but a promise delivered," says @JeffreyHayzlett at #XeikonCafe @Xeikon #keynote
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According to Vicki Strull, 20% of millennials expect a 1-to-1 experience with their brand #XeikonCafe @Xeikon #print
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The view of North America, with contributions from @ABGraphics_Int, @AWA_Worldwide, @ADLabelLeader, @DantexGlobal, @EpsonAmerica, @LightningLabels, @rrdonnelley, and @LabelPrinters_. Plus, L&NW sits down with @PaulFlexotech of @andvre. Learn more: bit.ly/32hkqMm
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.@ChatelardBenoit, @Fweymans, Dave Wilkins and Larry Vogel address @Xeikon's strong start to 2018 here at @XeikonCafe in Chicago, IL, USA. #digital
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Jeffrey Keithline of Keller and Heckman addresses the regulations associated with #pharma #packaging at the @ADLabelLeader #PharmaConverterAcademy
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.@dmuenzer of @TLMI will present at 1 p.m. local time here at @XeikonCafe on the relationship between digital and flexo printing. Stop by the Standford Room to learn more! #XeikonCafe
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.@FLAGAdvantage generating plenty of interest at the @XeikonCafe Partner Fair here in Chicago, IL, USA! Talk to John and JC McKay about joining today.
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