Finishing

IFS takes on FoldLiner
Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS) has added the newly launched Horizon FoldLiner stitching line to its portfolio of finishing kit.

Finishing kit specialist spins off friction feeder manufacturer
Friction Feeder UK, a new company that manufactures and sells friction feeders, has launched this month as an offshoot of Cheshire-based Finishing Solutions.

CPI invests big for new binding line
CPI Antony Rowe, part of CPI Group, has invested around £1.5m in its second Kolbus KM 200 binding line.

Duplo launches new collators
Duplo’s Direct Marketing division has launched two new collators, the Esper DM-230V Pro Collator and the DM Mini Collation System.

Konica Minolta launches AccurioLabel
Konica Minolta has used LabelExpo Europe to launch an upgraded label press, the AccurioLabel 190.

MGI unveils digital “all-in-one” roll-to-roll label printer
MGI Digital Technology has unveiled its new roll-to-roll digital combination label press which integrates high-definition four-colour dry toner printing and embellishment.

TCT drives automation with double MBO buy
Card manufacturer and mailing operation Thames Card Technology (TCT) has invested in two MBO T460 compact buckle-folding machines as part of a push to increase its automation.

Taylor Bloxham upgrades folding with MBO investment
Print and marketing communications company Taylor Bloxham Group has bought an MBO K8 RS to increase its folding efficiency.

Funky Pigeon ramps up print operation with investment
Greetings card specialist Funky Pigeon has invested in two new finishing machines for its print operation to support a site move after it more than tripled its premises size.

Waitrose print division begins kit overhaul
Waitrose’s in-house printing operation is planning a “complete renewal” of kit as it looks to streamline production.

Retail Print Solutions rounds off £2m investment drive
Advertising display and POS specialist Retail Print Solutions has completed a £2m summer investment drive that has seen it replace existing machinery with a fleet of new kit.

IFS takes on UK Slimbox sales
Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS) is to exclusively supply Belgian manufacturer Fit Things’ new Slimbox laser cutter in the UK and Ireland.