Next-Generation Sustainable Flexo Symposium
Live Flexo Printing on Recycled Film at Allstein
- Gravure‑Level Quality with Smart Automation for PPWR.
Experience live printing with water‑based inks and water‑washable plates on films and paper, and see what truly PPWR‑compliant packaging looks like.
Taking place just days before Interpack, this event is the perfect warm‑up, giving you a firsthand look at the latest flexo innovations so you arrive in Düsseldorf with fresh insights and a clear view of what’s possible.
2-day program on May 5th & 6th, 2026.
Advancing Flexographic Printing for the Next Generation of Sustainable Packaging
Europe’s evolving packaging regulations, including the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), are accelerating the shift toward circular materials and more efficient production. As recycled content increases and films become thinner and less consistent, many gravure converters are hitting limitations when printing on today’s sustainable substrates.
Flexo, driven by major technological advances, now offers a reliable, high‑performance alternative. This symposium demonstrates how a modern, automated flexo workflow can take on demanding applications traditionally printed in gravure.
Over two days, you’ll see
- Reverse print – Transparent OPP
- Reverse print – MDO‑PE
- Surface print – PCR‑based PE film
- Surface print – Paper packaging material
Each example highlights how advanced flexo technology delivers consistent quality, efficiency, and stability, even on high‑recycled or mechanically sensitive films.
Alongside the live press runs, you’ll also hear technical presentations from leading suppliers covering the full flexo ecosystem:
- • Esko – High‑performance Quartz screening and flexo platemakig for optimum image reproduction
- • Asahi Kasei – Solvent‑free, water‑washable plate technology supporting cleaner production
- • Pamarco – Precision anilox engravings for consistent, high‑quality ink transfer
- • PetroPlast/Polifilm – Next‑generation recycled and PCR‑based film substrates
- • Follmann – Advanced water‑based inks, barrier coatings and bio-based adhesives for sustainable packaging
- • OCS – Film inspection systems for identifying impurities in recycled materials
- • Tesa – Solvent‑less flexographic plate mounting solutions ensuring stable print quality
- • Allstein – Fully automated CI flexo printing technology enabling modern, efficient workflows
This event is built for flexible packaging converters and brand owners looking to see how flexo meets today’s sustainable packaging demands. Attendees will get a clear view of what modern flexo can deliver, and how it supports a smooth shift from gravure to a more agile, material‑tolerant process.
Join us to experience the full workflow, connect with industry experts, and discover the technologies shaping the future of flexible packaging production.
Agenda
- Wednesday May 5th
- Thursday May 6th
| Timing | Activity | Location |
| 12:00 pm | Registration at Follmann Technology and Knowledge Centre Address: Zum Industriehafen 8, 32423 Minden, Germany |
Follmann |
| 12:30 pm | Welcome, Introduction of partners, Agenda | Follmann |
| 12:55 pm | Group photo | Follmann |
| 01:00 pm | Lunch | Follmann |
| 01:30 pm | Bus towards Allstein | |
| 02:15 pm | Arrival at Allstein Address: Bunsenstraße 24, 32052 Herford, Germany |
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| 02:30 pm | Live printing demonstrations with waterbased inks on various substrates. Experience a fully automated production line from blank flexo plate to printed substrate. • Reverse print: Transparent OPP & mono PE • Surface printing: PCR film / PE & Paper substrate |
Allstein |
| 05:15 pm | Bus towards Follmann | |
| 06:00 pm | Networking evening & Dinner | |
| 09:30 pm | Bus towards Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Bad Oeynhausen hotel | |
| Timing | Activity | Presenter |
| 08:15 am | Bus towards Follmann Technology and Knowledge Centre | |
| 09:00 am | Welcome | Dr. Damerau Follmann |
| 09:10 am | Keynote - to be announced | |
| 09:30 am | How Quartz enables Flexible Packaging printing with water based inks and recyclable substrates. | Dr. Thomas Klein Esko |
| 09:50 am | Solvent-ZERO Water-Washable Flexo Plates: Automating Sustainability at Rotogravure Quality. | Dr. Dieter Niederstadt Asahi |
| 10:10 am | Enabling Higher-Quality Flexo Printing with Lower Environmental Impact. | Anders Stokholm Tesa |
| 10:30 am | How to increase printing productivity by TeroLux coated anilox. | Andreas Willeke Pamarco |
| 10:50 am | Coffee break | |
| 11:10 am | Efficient printing and sustainable results with water-based printing inks. | André Altevogt Follmann |
| 11:30 am | Title to be announced | Daniel Zumpe Petroplast & Polifilm |
| 11:50 am | New inspection solutions for recyclates and films with recycling quotas – and their impact on stretch and pharma films. | Oliver Hissmann OCS |
| 12:10 pm | The Future of Automation in Flexo Printing is now. | Finn Strüssmann Allstein |
| 12:30 pm | Networking lunch (Optional) Factory tour at Follmann |
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| 13:30 pm | End of the event | |
Venues
Follmann Technology and Knowledge CentreZum Industriehafen 8
32423 Minden
Germany
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Allstein
Bunsenstraße 24
32052 Herford
Germany
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Shuttle Service
We expect our guests to arrive by their own means at the Follmann Technology and Knowledge Centre on May 5th around noon.A shuttle service will be provided between Follmann and Allstein, including morning transfers from the hotel to and from the event location.
Hotel Recommendation
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Bad Oeynhausen (****)Morsbachallee 1
32545 Bad Oeynhausen
Germany
Reservations must be made via email Info.easy-badoeynhausen@hrg-hotels.com,
stating the keyword "Flexo-Symposium" and arrival date 05.05.26 to obtain the preferred Follmann corporate rate:
101 € single incl. breakfast
121 € double incl. breakfast
Note: The discounted rate is available until the end of March. Bookings by Phone are not allowed.
Join the Flexo Symposium!
Learn how to meet the PPWR requirements with recycled films and automated flexo processes.