EFI transforms Spanish operation

 The facility, which was acquired by EFITM in 2012, has a heritage of single-pass printing capability based on its solutions for digital printing of ceramic tiles. EFI has invested heavily in applying that expertise to other markets, most specifically packaging and display graphics. Notably, the single-pass technology originally developed in Castellon was a key element in the development of EFI’s Nozomi family of single-pass printers. This single-pass technology has also been successfully applied in other market segments including textiles and building materials.

“EFI has placed a particular focus on the packaging market as it has worked to transform the Castellon manufacturing facility as well as the research and development arm located there,” said Evandro Matteucci, EFI vice president and general manager for packaging and building materials. “Our industry-leading single-pass technology is especially applicable to this growth market as it increasingly transitions to digital. As one example of the market opportunity, more than 250bn/m2 of corrugated board are printed each year worldwide, and we believe a substantial percentage of that can be transitioned to single-pass digital printing. We are extremely pleased with the progress the facility has made in executing this transformation. It is truly a powerhouse of innovation, and we congratulate the team on their achievements.”

Matteucci points out that the successes achieved, especially with respect to the Nozomi family of printers, are proof positive that single-pass technology is well-positioned to enable EFI to expand into additional market segments as those markets, in turn, enter their digital transformation phase. This can include but not be limited to markets such as metal decoration, folding carton, and more. Single-pass technology has also helped EFI take its offerings in the display graphics market to the next level.