Machinery & Equipment

The new press enables Interflex to enter previously inaccessible markets, including shrink sleeves and roll-to-roll operations, with some customers opting to receive printed roll formats without die-cutting.

The 2026.2 release adds three AI tools within Radius ERP: Estimate Win Predictor scores conversion probability of incoming quotes, Customer Churn Predictor flags at-risk accounts, and Pack AI embeds a conversational assistant directly into workflows.

The commercial scale-up comes as traditional urea-formaldehyde and phenol-formaldehyde resins face increasing regulatory scrutiny, with new EU REACH regulations effective 6 August 2026 introducing stricter formaldehyde emission limits of 0.062 mg/m³ for wood-based products.

The plant will incorporate advanced glass melting technology from Horn Glass Industries AG, a German manufacturer specialising in equipment for glass production.

Under the agreement, Acino will manage the full packaging and supply chain for Envlo across the region, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements and cold chain logistics where needed.

The patent’s timing aligns with increased regulatory pressure for enhanced authentication features in local products and the global anti-counterfeit packaging market’s rapid expansion.

The partnership between CVC and the Reggiani family is structured to preserve the company’s entrepreneurial culture while providing the capital and strategic guidance needed to accelerate growth.

Managing Director Dr. Sonvir Singh stated that once the plant is operational, the company’s revenues and profitability trajectory will strengthen significantly, despite current financial pressures.

The Omnifactory houses multiple advanced 3D printing technologies, including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF), Cold Spray, Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS).

The second press supports this high-stakes work by providing redundancy, enabling the company to maintain production continuity and reduce downtime when one line requires maintenance.