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Channel Post MEA
14-07-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
HP Launches HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press to Meet the Growing Demand of Digital Label Printing
HP introduced the HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press, designed to meet the growing demands of digital label production with outstanding productivity, operational robustness, and exceptional versatility. The label and packaging market continues to evolve, requiring multiple SKUs, faster time-to-market, and greater application diversity. In response, HP has unveiled the next evolution of its market-leading1 label press, the HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press. Grounded in the proven performance of the HP Indigo 6K, of which over 2,300 units have been installed globally to date2, the HP Indigo 6K+ is engineered to meet the growing needs of the industry. Maintaining the HP standards of quality and versatility, the HP Indigo 6K+ maximizes productivity through the new SmartControlSystem and intelligent automation tools. The HP Indigo 6K+ introduces innovative advancements in AI-powered tools, automation, scalability, and press robustness. Designed for maximum uptime, the HP Indigo 6K+ features a future-ready platform enabling converters to stay ahead in a rapidly changing marketplace. The new press will be available globally at the end of July 2025. 'As we advance HP Indigo's vision of Nonstop Digital Printing, we are proud to introduce the new HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press, featuring the groundbreaking SmartControlSystem for enhanced robustness and nonstop production. This press is designed to help converters confidently say 'yes' to any label job today and in the future,' said Noam Zilbershtain, VP & General Manager, HP Indigo. 'With intelligent automation, embedded AI, advanced diagnostics, and a proven digital platform at its core, the HP Indigo 6K+ opens up infinite opportunities for growth.' A robust press powered by the SmartControlSystem and intelligent automation tools The HP Indigo 6K+ is equipped with an advanced SmartControlSystem, which has been designed to improve diagnostics, uptime and press reliability for enhanced robustness. With the new integrated system, converters can produce more jobs per shift while minimizing waste and reducing unplanned maintenance interruptions. A suite of automation and AI-powered tools powers the HP Indigo 6K+ with optimized production efficiency through solutions such as the HP PrintOS Suite, Automatic Alert Agent 2.0 (AAA 2.0), HP Spot Master, and HP Nio. The latest innovations empower operators with real time insights, shorter setup, intuitive troubleshooting, and automated color management. These developments make the HP Indigo 6K+ an ideal solution for converters facing labor shortages or complex onboarding processes. Engineered for converters aiming to elevate operational efficiency and broaden their application portfolio, the new HP Indigo 6K+ delivers unmatched performance for on-demand, short-run, high-mix print jobs. Designed to increase the volume of sellable labels, it delivers unmatched scaling and print accuracy, ensuring consistent, high-quality output across every run. With a wide substrate range and support for complex applications such as smart labels with brand protection features and data-driven design tools, the HP Indigo 6K+ empowers converters to diversify into new markets. Built for high-mix job baskets, this press elevates versality by enabling converters to win more business as they seamlessly switch between jobs, without sacrificing time or quality. From pressure-sensitive labels to shrink sleeves, in-mold labels (IML), wrap-arounds, laminated tubes, flexible packaging, and folding carton, the press unlocks new opportunities in virtually any label vertical. Featuring seven ink stations and spot colors, the HP Indigo 6K+ covers up to 97%3 of the color gamut and the industry's broadest range of specialty inks—including Silver ElectroInk, Invisible and Fade-Resistant inks, and a comprehensive White ink portfolio—delivering vibrant, high-impact results with every print. Sustainability that makes sense for business Enabling a shorter job setup and execution, the HP indigo 6K+ reduces media-related CO₂ emissions per job by up to 20%4 and cuts media waste. This new digital press enables production with a wide range of substrates that can contain recycled and renewable materials and helps converters to produce sustainable labels. Press availability is also significantly improved with next-generation supplies, saving several hours a month per press5 in maintenance time and cutting supply waste. These improvements help converters to meet evolving regulatory and business-led sustainability targets, while maintaining profitability and scaling their business operations with confidence.
TECHx
10-07-2025
- Business
- TECHx
HP Unveils Indigo 6K+ Digital Press for Label Printing
Home » Top stories » HP Unveils Indigo 6K+ Digital Press for Label Printing HP has announced the launch of the HP Indigo 6K+ Digital Press. The new press is designed to meet the growing demands of digital label production with enhanced productivity, automation, and versatility. According to HP, the label and packaging market requires faster time-to-market, more SKUs, and wider application diversity. In response, the company introduced the HP Indigo 6K+, built on the proven performance of the HP Indigo 6K, with over 2,300 units installed globally. The HP Indigo 6K+ includes the new SmartControlSystem and AI-powered automation tools. These features aim to improve uptime, reduce waste, and increase press reliability. HP stated the new press will be available globally by the end of July 2025. Key highlights include: Integration with HP PrintOS Suite, Spot Master, Nio, and Automatic Alert Agent 2.0 (AAA 2.0) Real-time insights, automated color management, and shorter setup times Noam Zilbershtain, VP & General Manager, HP Indigo, said the 6K+ supports the company's Nonstop Digital Printing vision. He highlighted its ability to handle any label job with enhanced robustness and nonstop production. The press supports a wide range of substrates and complex applications, including smart labels and brand protection tools. It also accommodates pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, in-mold labels (IML), laminated tubes, flexible packaging, and folding cartons. HP revealed the press features seven ink stations and specialty inks, covering up to 97% of the color gamut. This includes Silver ElectroInk, invisible inks, fade-resistant inks, and a comprehensive white ink portfolio. Beta customers like Summit Labels and Geostick reported increased uptime, enhanced stability, and streamlined maintenance. Jordan Fischer from Summit Labels noted a 15% boost in uptime and higher job throughput. HP also emphasized the sustainability benefits. The Indigo 6K+ reduces CO₂ emissions per job by up to 20% and lowers media waste. It supports recycled and renewable substrates and requires less maintenance time, helping meet sustainability goals. The HP Indigo 6K+ will be showcased at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona. At booths E25 and D21 in Hall 5, HP will demonstrate the press alongside its full portfolio of digital solutions.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
GMerix becomes exclusive distributor for Polyplex's Saraprint films in Canada
GMerix has announced that it has become the sole distributor of Polyplex's Saraprint digital media films in Canada. Saraprint is a non-tearable polyester film, which is suitable for applications such as flexible packaging, labels, customised digital printing, and mini-offset printing. Alongside the distribution of Saraprint films, GMerix will provide custom coating and converting services. This will enable customers to optimise the performance of Saraprint by integrating it with GMerix's adhesives and coating technologies. GMerix stated that the film offers thermal and dimensional stability and superior ink adhesion, ensuring compatibility with HP Indigo and dry toner digital printing machines. As the exclusive distributor for Saraprint films in Canada, GMerix will be able to provide faster delivery and support, and Canadian businesses will no longer need to import Saraprint from international sources. GMerix founder and CEO George Ambartsoumian said: 'This partnership represents a major step forward in expanding our product offerings for the digital printing and labelling industry in Canada. 'By bringing Polyplex's high-performance Saraprint films to the Canadian market and combining them with our coating and converting expertise, we are offering a complete solution to customers who need reliable, innovative label materials.' The partnership expands GMerix's range of products for industries needing facestocks and label stocks for digital printing applications. For Polyplex, this collaboration bolsters its presence in North America by creating a direct distribution pathway into Canada. Polyplex sales and marketing vice-president Manav Singh said: 'We are excited to partner with GMerix as our exclusive Canadian distributor for Saraprint films. "Their expertise in coating technologies and strong customer relationships make them the perfect partner to bring our products to a new market. "We look forward to seeing how Canadian businesses leverage our films to create high-quality digital printing applications.' "GMerix becomes exclusive distributor for Polyplex's Saraprint films in Canada" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
