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Digital printing company Xeikon, a division of Flint Group, has launched a self-adhesive label converter in response to demand for more flexible and affordable solutions.

The Xeikon Laser Die-cut Unit (LDU) has been designed to match the 31.5 ft/min speed of the Xeikon 3030 and has the flexibility to be upgraded onsite to a higher power laser.

Its inline configuration with the Xeikon 3030 enables tool- and hassle-free white sheet production, according to the company.

It is a one-man operation which is designed to increase productivity while decreasing human touchpoints.

The Xeikon LDU has a web width of up to 330mm and can handle materials from conventional or other digital presses including PP, Silver PP and PET.

The Xeikon LDU applies varnish, laser die-cuts, slits, and rewinds labels, enabling job changeovers with limited or no setup time.

The laser station can kiss-cut and perforate.

Integration with the Xeikon Front-End via the Vectorizor module ensures smooth and automated label production.

The system covers most of the converting needs for the short-run self-adhesive label market and can run off-line or in-line with the Xeikon 3000 Series.

Food & Drink Business

Owner of McGuigan and Nepenthe wines, Australian Vintage, recorded a one per cent drop in sales revenue to $257, and while it saw cash flow improvement in FY25, it remained behind company targets.

A further $28.7 million has been allocated to successful applicants through the federal Industry Growth Program, including several developing technologies to support the food system. The latest round included Blue Carbon, Provectus Algae, and Uncharted Waters.

Endeavour Group’s net profit after tax fell 16 per cent to $426 million in FY25. While results were buoyed by the Hotel business, retail sales fell to $10 billion, reflecting subdued consumer spending in retail liquor and supply chain disruption during the peak Christmas trading period.