The Highcon Blog

  In the fast-evolving packaging industry, staying ahead demands packaging innovation, efficiency and sustainability. Schumacher Packaging, a family-owned leader specializing in customized corrugated packaging and solid board, embodies this approach. With over 29 sites across Europe, Schumacher  Packaging has consistently invested in advanced technologies to meet the shifting demands of the market. A pivotal step in this …

Highcon is pleased to welcome Yair Alcobi as its new CEO, marking the beginning of a significant new chapter for the company. With a distinguished background in innovative technologies and global leadership, Yair brings a wealth of experience from his roles at KLA and XJet. In this interview, Yair shares his thoughts on joining Highcon, …

THIMM, a leader in innovative packaging solutions, recently secured impressive wins at the OBAL ROKU 2024 National Competition for Packaging Innovations and Design. The jury, comprised of experts, evaluated entries based on innovation, functionality, technical processing, design, and sustainability. Among THIMM’s triumphs were two standout packaging solutions—G(o)rila Box for Orkla Foods Czech Republic and Slovkia …

Does your company have a digital strategy if it’s embracing digital printing?  No it doesn’t!  A digital strategy must be end-to-end, and in paperboard packaging that means it encompasses Digital Die Cutting. There have been so many “digital drupas”.  And drupa 2024 will be no exception.  Digitalization is sweeping the world.  Digitalization is inherent to …

drupa 2024: Highcon’s Cutting Edge Digital Die Cutting for Mainstream Production In the fast-paced paperboard packaging and display industry, agility, sustainability, and innovation are not just buzzwords – they are essential ingredients to success. Recognizing this, Highcon made waves at the Pre-drupa International Media Conference hosted at Messe Dusseldorf in late March. Led by CEO …

Adopting digital die-cutting technology is crucial for packaging converters who aim to outperform their competitors, improve efficiency, and increase profitability. To fully utilize this technology, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of how it aligns with current equipment and workflows. Additionally, a team of skilled machine operators, structural designers, and pre-press team members …

The threat of climate change continues to be a global concern, making consumers and brands view sustainability as a core value in their purchasing decisions. They want to do business with eco-friendly companies. This trend has led many companies to adopt sustainable packaging solutions to reduce their environmental impact. EnvironPrint, a digital printing service, based …

Bauernfeind Druck & Display GmBH, a family-owned company and an early adopter of digital technology, has improved its production capacity and expanded its offering by installing the first Highcon Euclid 5C in Austria. This innovative digital cutting and creasing system was installed at the Grünburg facility in Upper Austria, at the end of 2022. The …

For many years, folding carton and corrugated packaging converters have identified the potential benefits of digital capabilities. These include improved product offerings, shorter lead times, and enhanced production efficiency with no material waste – which is what converters want in these extremely competitive times.  Companies that have successfully incorporated new digital technologies are at an …