Join us on May 5–6, 2026 for the Next Generation Sustainable Flexo Symposium, a two-day industry event focused on the future of sustainable flexographic printing.
The symposium takes place at the Follmann Technology and Knowledge Center in Minden, Germany, shortly before Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, providing an ideal opportunity for industry professionals to explore the latest innovations in flexographic printing, automation and sustainable packaging production.
Participants will gain practical insights into how modern CI flexo printing with water-based inks can deliver high-quality print results on recyclable and mono-material substrates, while meeting the increasing sustainability requirements of the packaging industry.
Live Printing Demonstrations
A key highlight of the symposium is the live CI flexo production demonstration at Allstein in Herford. Visitors will experience a fully integrated workflow for sustainable flexible packaging production.
Printing demonstrations include:
- Reverse and surface printing applications
- Transparent OPP films
- MDO-PE and PCR-based PE materials
- Paper-based packaging substrates
The showcased production workflow integrates:
- Water-wash plate technology (SolventZERO)
- Water-based flexographic inks
- Precision anilox technology
- Automated plate-to-press processes
Together, these technologies demonstrate how reproducible, industrial-scale flexographic printing can be successfully implemented for sustainable packaging applications.
Event Details
Date May 5–6, 2026
Location Follmann Technology and Knowledge Center | Minden | Germany
Language English
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Participation in the Next Generation Sustainable Flexo Symposium is free of charge, but registration is required.
Secure your place and experience the latest innovations in sustainable flexographic printing and flexible packaging production.
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Industry Expertise Across the Entire Value Chain
The symposium brings together leading technology partners across the flexographic printing value chain, including:
- Esko
- Asahi Kasei Photoproducts
- Allstein
- tesa
- Petroplast
- Polifilm
- Parmarco
- OCS Optical Control Systems
- Follmann
Through expert presentations and live demonstrations, participants will gain valuable insights into current developments, technologies and best practices in sustainable flexo printing.
