Companies & suppliers

Paper manufacturer GF Smith has partnered Japanese merchant Takeo to launch a new range of papers.

Winston-Salem, NC-based Winston Packaging has purchased a new 41 inch KBA Rapida 106 following a visit to Drupa in May.

Finishing supplier Encore Machinery is offering a buy-back guarantee for upgrades on its mid-range B2 and B3 laminators.

Chicago-based InnerWorkings said this week it has entered Brazil and is already supporting several large consumer packaging companies with their supply chain and print management.

UK press manufacturer Edale is set to put its flexo FL-350 press through its paces at a forthcoming open day at Douglas Storrie Labels, the machine's first customer.

F1 Colour has been named sole pre-press supplier to contract publisher Sunday Publishing, which produces titles for clients including Sky, Vodafone and Westfield.

More than 100 exhibitors and a raft of high-profile speakers will address delegates at the event at London's Business Design Centre on 3-4 September.

Unite members at commercial printer Paragon UK went on strike yesterday in a row over pay and conditions.

Ranges showcased at GFSmith's Beauty in the Making event in April have been made available to printers and designers.

Kevin Dewey said he would develop greater links within the packaging and new media sectors.