Poole-based Harkwell Labels has taken delivery of ABG’s newly launched screen unit. This is the first installation in the UK.
Launched at Labelexpo, the flatbed screen module will enable the company to offer the high-build embellishments legally required on many products in the vaping, pharma, agriculture and automotive markets. This will help Harkwell service its existing clients with a more cost-effective solution.
‘As labelling regulations become ever more stringent we feel this investment from ABG will allow us competitive advantage by offering rotary screen prices with minimal set up fees using flat screens,’ said Tim Fountain, managing director. ‘In addition, we’ll be able to offer ‘jump off the shelf’ embellishments in silk screen attracting the beverage, cosmetics and other high value product markets.’ He added, ‘We will also be able to produce vibrant high impact colours that neither digital or flexo are able to achieve.’
‘We had fantastic response at Labelexpo and since then have received multiple enquiries and orders for the screen module,’ said ABG’s sales director Tony Bell. ‘With a larger print and repeat area, increased speed and improved UV curing ensuring consistency along the whole web, we are confident this is the best solution for screen in the finishing market.’
