Packaging Printer DWS Printing Purchases New Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106

KENNESAW, GA—May 9, 2012—DWS Printing, Deer Park, NY, has announced the purchase of a new Speedmaster XL 106-8+L at drupa 2012. The new press is the first sold for installation in the United States to be configured with the combination of CutStar inline sheeting system, Hybrid UV technology, and both Prinect Inpress and Axis Control color measurement and control systems.

DWS is a family owned package and label printer serving the food and beverage industry. Founded in 1865, the company provides complete graphic and litho services from award winning graphic design to printing, finishing, and delivery.

According to president Tom Staib, “We needed to expand our current production capabilities and efficiency and wanted state-the-art technology that would enable us to handle an wider variety of printing substrates and give us a competitive edge. We did not want to catch up with our competitors. We want to be a technology leader.”

Said Harald Weimer, president of Heidelberg USA, “We are very happy to welcome DWS to the Heidelberg family, and extremely pleased that they selected Heidelberg as their partner to take them down the road to increased success. We are confident that we have the right people and the right technology to help DWS to achieve its business goals.”

Features Ensure the Most Efficient Use of a Powerful Press
The performance of the Speedmaster XL 106 is enhanced by the CutStar sheeting system, which will reduce material cost and enable DWS to print on a variety of challenging materials. The ability to print using UV inks will expand the company’s product portfolio, while making more efficient use of the press.