International Paper announced a company rebrand to align with its strategic vision to Build a Better IP through sustainable, profitable growth and accelerated value creation. As the company celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2023, the rebrand highlights the resilience of International Paper, the sustainability of its mission and its commitment to creating what's next.The new branding is rooted in the company's legacy of safety, ethics and stewardship. It embodies a renewed sense of purpose, energy, and optimism, and marks another major milestone in the evo-lution of International Paper."IP is meeting today's needs for renewable, fiber-based packaging and pulp while sharpening our focus on the future," said Mark Sutton, chairman of the board and CEO, International Paper. "As we embark on the next 125 years, we are here for what's now and creating what's next for our stakeholders."The new branding will be rolled out globally beginning this month and includes an updated website which will launch soon. The site will provide an enhanced experience for customers and act as a one-stop-shop for stakeholders to see first-hand IP's commitment to being among the most successful, sustainable and responsible companies in the world.   Printing Industrial     Offset ink printing    Sheet fed offset ink    CMYK Offset ink

The low-migration web offset inks have been tested in extensive field trials with well-known brand owners, printers and paper manufacturers. (Source: hubergroup)   02.23.23   Paper packaging is becoming increasingly popular in the food sector due to its good recyclability. Web offset printers can now also benefit from this increasing demand as hubergroup Print Solutions is launching the first coldset and heatset inks for food-compliant paper packaging.While printers can thus build up another mainstay, the food industry has a new opportunity to design sustainable paper packaging in a colourful and creative way. The mineral oil-free and low-migration ink series MGA FOOD NEWS and MGA EVOLUTION are initially available in Europe and Asia.Until now, low-migration offset inks were only used in sheetfed printing. A new binder developed by hubergroup has paved the way for this innovation in web offset printing.“With the help of a special binder and the careful selection of raw materials as well as production methods, we have succeeded in developing the first low-migration and low-odor web offset inks,” said Thomas Stumpf, director Web Offset at hubergroup. “As safety and sustainability are our top priorities, we worked closely with our sheetfed offset experts who have been developing inks for food packaging for many years."In addition to thorough laboratory work, hubergroup has carried out extensive practical tests in cooperation with well-known brand owners, printers, and the special paper manufacturer DREWSEN.With these new printing inks, it is possible for the first time to produce food-compliant paper packaging in large quantities using four-color printing in web offset. Food manufacturers can thus make their packaging more colorful, for example, by reproducing their products true-to-life on it. Seasonally or regionally changing designs are also possible and affordable even in small quantities, allowing large and small retailers to become even more creative with their packaging.Both the coldset series MGA FOOD NEWS and the heatset series MGA EVOLUTION are ideal for printing on packaging of baked goods, fast food such as burgers or wraps, and products from the deli counter, but also for all other paper packaging in the food sector. Printers can use the new ink series on all common coldset or heatset machines and are supported by the hubergroup service team during implementation.

Offset printing ink is one of the most important consumables in the printing industry. It is a special type of ink designed for use in offset printing machines. Offset printing ink has a long history of development, which dates back to the early 20th century. Several famous brands have emerged in the market, including TOYO, Sun Chemical, Flint Group, etc. As technology advances, printing ink formulas are adjusted accordingly.   Offset printing ink is one of the most popular printing inks in the world today. It is a type of ink designed to produce high-quality images and text with exceptional clarity. The ink formula contains a series of components, with pigments, binders, and additives among the key ones. The pigments provide the color of the ink, while the binders provide adhesion and durability. Additives are used to control viscosity, drying speed, and other properties.   Over the years, offset printing ink has undergone several significant changes. Initially, the inks used were made of oil-based materials, which helped in improving printing quality. Later, improvements in technology led to the development of eco-friendly, soy-based inks. Soy ink is biodegradable, and it can reduce waste and pollution. Today, there are even more environmentally friendly options, such as water-based and UV printing inks.   The future of offset printing ink looks bright, thanks to ongoing innovations and technological advancements. The demand for eco-friendly, non-toxic inks will continue to increase, and this will drive the industry towards more sustainable options. With increased investment in research and development, it is expected that new ink formulations will emerge, expanding printing capabilities to more substrates. And we believe that, with the proper adjustment of technologies, offset printing ink will be applied to the smart packaging industry, which will allow traditional printing to meet modern, intelligent packaging needs.   In conclusion, the use of offset printing ink has become an indispensable part of the printing industry. With advancements in ink formulas, these inks will continue to deliver high-quality prints and provide printers with an array of options to meet their customers' needs. As the industry continues to embrace new technology, we are witnessing a steady shift towards more eco-friendly and sustainable practices, setting the stage for a brighter and greener future.