When the world changes, so do customers’ needs and expectations. Many of Mark Andy’s standout technologies, including Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200, the fastest UV inkjet hybrid press on the market, will be on display this September at Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona
Labelexpo Europe 2025 is expected to be the largest edition yet, globally. Mark Andy will be one of approx. 600 exhibitors, showcasing cutting-edge, top class technology innovations, including Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200, the fastest hybrid UV inkjet label press on the market. All equipments conceived by Mark Andy are designed to help businesses rise to the next level, aligning perfectly with the company’s mission: “Your Growth is Our Growth”.
Antoni Gaudí, the visionary Catalan architect whose work defines the city of Barcelona, would surely be inspired by the level of creativity possible with this kind of equipment. Josep Balcells, Mark Andy European Sales Manager responsible for Italy, says: “with a healthy dose of humor and imagination, one could say so. If you consider bold, original designs that can be printed on our hybrid and flexo presses, patterns, colors, it’s fair to say that even the most daring ideas can come to life. And that’s exactly what the market demands today. A label or packaging sells the product, grabbing consumers’ attention in a world overwhelmed by choice. With Mark Andy equipment, even the most refined visions become reality. And when you add the fact that these ideas can be realized much faster on Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 than with other solutions on the market, this press becomes an inevitable tool for true print visionaries. We invite everyone involved in label/packaging printing – or considering entering this industry – to visit our booth in Barcelona. This includes flexo press owners who are seeing the need to diversify their operations, those with clear ideas, and those seeking inspiration. Our team will be there for you during the entire show”.
Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 – live demos
It’s one of Mark Andy’s most exciting developments, and will be running live at Labelexpo Europe, alongside other innovative solutions.
The press sets new market standards in productivity and print quality, also in context of breakeven point between flexo and inkjet technologies. The press is available in two web width versions (330 mm and 430 mm) and operates at a maximum speed of 146 m/min. “Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 redefines economic threshold between flexo and inkjet and moves profitability line between those two technologies”, explains Balcells, “it especially considers print run volumes. Moreover, it uses at full speed white or invisible ink, e.g., in security printing, as well as applies VDP data in both monochrome and full-color modes”. Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 is available in various configurations, from a basic roll-to-roll system to fully hybrid one. Moreover, a wide range of finishing, decorating, and converting options can be applied.
There are several reasons why this press deserves the “game-changer” name. It reshapes the entire ROI calculation when compared with an investment in the latest model of a flexo press, Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 operating at a speed of 73 m/min. pays itself within 56 months with 2-shift work and 75% utilization. By doubling press speed (to 146 m/min.), productivity can be increased by up to 46%, which improves ROI indicator, due to triple increase in profitability per job. Higher efficiency is also reflected in lower ink consumption, the cost of which is reduced as speed increases. Along with the previously mentioned profitability line between flexo and digital technologies, it is a decisive factor for efficiency as a path to higher profits.
European technology center: meet us in Barcelona first, and then in…Warsaw
Mark Andy’s European Technology Center, located in Warsaw (Poland) was recently expanded and modernized. A highly successful open house organized in June, celebrated the unveiling of this next-generation facility, welcoming around 170 guests from 16 countries worldwide.
“Over the past decade, this venue has become a source of inspiration for printing houses both from Europe and the entire world. It’s a place where we show the latest Mark Andy flexo and hybrid technology, alongside solutions from our partners. Thousands of visitors participated in workshops, conferences and events that were organized here. It’s also a place of learning, where you can gain valuable insights into the industry, the evolving market landscape, its transformation, trends and future directions. We wish to invite everyone to join us at Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona. We’re sure that the visit to Mark Andy’s booth will inspire you with innovative ideas. And later we’ll be happy to welcome you in Warsaw at our European Technology Center, where additional inspiration awaits. Of course, we remain at your full disposal also here, in the Italian market”, concludes Balcells.
