JET LIFE
JET LIFE
Jack Malki jmalki@jet-ap.com
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Welcome to the latest edition of Jet Life.
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR: JACK MALKI
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It’s always a pleasure to connect with our partners and clients across Australia and New Zealand through these pages, and to reflect on the developments shaping our vibrant print and packaging industry.
Over the past six months, we’ve continued to see both resilience and transformation across the sector. On one hand, demand for high-quality, sustainable print & packaging continues to grow; on the other, printers are navigating tighter margins, ongoing supply chain challenges, and a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
At Jet Technologies, we’re proud to support our clients with innovations that help them stay ahead—whether that’s through more efficient pressroom solutions, cuttingedge digital technology, or sustainable materials that deliver both performance and environmental benefits.
In recent months, we’ve also had the pleasure of hosting two major Open House events— first in Sydney (October 2024), and then in Jakarta (February
2025). These were important opportunities to showcase our JetIQ range, including the standout Versatex Digital Print Bar. More importantly, they reinforced our ongoing commitment to investing in the industry and supporting our clients’ success across the region.
We are sincerely grateful for the trust you place in us as your partner. Whether we’re helping you launch a new product, solve a technical challenge, or drive greater value for your customers, we remain by your side every step of the way.
As always, I welcome your feedback, questions, and ideas. And with Labelexpo Southeast Asia fast approaching this May in Bangkok, we look forward to catching up with many of you in person.
Warm Regards, Director – Jet Technologies
Jack Malki
This year marks a major milestone for Jet Technologies as we proudly celebrate our 45th anniversary. From our humble beginnings in 1980 to becoming a trusted name across packaging, print, and industrial solutions, it’s been an incredible journey of innovation, partnerships, and growth.
Over the past four and a half decades, we’ve expanded across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, built strong relationships with global suppliers, and continuously evolved to meet the needs of an ever-changing industry. “Celebrating45yearsisaproudmomentforus,” said Director Jack Malki. “It’sareflectionofthededicationofourteam,thetrustofourclients, andthepartnershipsthathaveshapedourjourney.”
As we look ahead, we remain committed to delivering cutting-edge technologies, exceptional service, and sustainable solutions that drive our industry forward. Here’s to 45 years—and the exciting future still to come.
JET TECHNOLOGIES CELEBRATING 45 YEARS OF INNOVATION & PARTNERSHIP
JET TECHNOLOGIES HOST
SUCCESSFUL OPEN HOUSE, SHOWCASING THE FUTURE OF PRINT AND PACKAGING
Jet Technologies welcomed over 75 clients to its first Open House in three years, held at the company’s head office in Rosebery, Sydney. The event marked a long-awaited opportunity for the print and packaging industry to reconnect and experience the latest advancements in technology firsthand.
“Our last Open House was held during COVID at the end of 2021, and while it’s great to be back together, the world has changed significantly,” said Jet Technologies Director, Jack Malki. “This event was about reconnecting and exploring how technology is reshaping ourindustry.”
Event Highlights:
Live Demonstrations of the Screen L350UV SAI operating in highfidelity mode, and the launch of the Jet iQ Digital Finishing System, featuring the Xaar Versatex Printbar.
Interactive Workshops covering:
• Live demos from Esko and X-Rite, focusing on colour control and workflow automation.
• Colour Management: Navigating consistency between Digital and other conventional technologies such as Offset and Flexo print.
• Inks & Coatings: Innovations from Actega.
• Finishing Solutions: Exploring sensory films and coatings.
• Rotary Tooling & Mesh: Insights from Kocher + Beck and SPG.
The strong turnout and enthusiastic engagement reaffirmed Jet Technologies’ commitment to driving innovation and delivering solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the local print industry.
STRENGTHENING ASIAPACIFIC REACH
WITH A NEW OFFICE IN VIETNAM
Jet Technologies has officially opened a new office in Vietnam, marking a key milestone in its Asia-Pacific growth strategy. The expansion comes in direct response to increasing demand from clients across the region, many of whom are already active in Southeast Asia and have sought more localised support from Jet.
Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies in the region, with a population of over 100 million, a median age of just 32, and a thriving manufacturing sector. Its central location and rapidly modernising infrastructure make it an ideal hub for servicing the broader Southeast Asian market.
The Vietnam office will initially focus on Print Division products, specifically for the Labels & Packaging space including OMET presses, Asahi flexographic plates, films, inks & coatings…etc, with plans to broaden the offering over time.
“Our clients have been telling us clearly—they want us closer,” said Jack Malki, Director of Jet Technologies. “Clients such as QLM and Pemara Labels (now part of MCC) have been active in expanding into the region and as they have expanded, they have sought support in those. Being on the ground in Vietnam enables us to respond faster, offer in-market expertise, and buildevenstrongerpartnerships.”
Jet is starting with a lean but capable team, with plans to expand through ongoing investment in local talent and technical support. This presence enhances Jet’s ability to act as a regional partner, bridging the gap between global manufacturing excellence and local service.
“This is a major step in our long-term vision to deliver innovation and exceptional service acrossSoutheastAsia,”saidJackMalki,Director ofJetTechnologies. “It’s about being whereour clients are, and ensuring they have everything theyneedtogrow.”
The opening of the Vietnam office marks a major step in Jet Technologies’ journey across the Asia-Pacific region.
2025 OPEN HOUSE EVENT MARKS MAJOR MILESTONE IN INDONESIA
Jet Technologies marked a major milestone on 12–13 February 2025 with the successful hosting of its Open House in Jakarta, welcoming over 200 industry professionals from across Southeast Asia. The event celebrated the official opening of Jet’s new 500 sqm demonstration centre, designed to showcase the latest in flexographic printing technology.
At the heart of the event was a world-first live demonstration of the OMET X6.0 flexo press, equipped with the Versatex Print Bar for real-time digital embellishment. The production floor setup also featured the Jet iQ SRI450 slitter/rewinder, Jindali shrink-sleeve seamer, and Flexo Wash cleaner—offering a full end-to-end look at modern label and packaging workflows.
The Open House also delivered expert-led sessions from ESKO on Automation Engine and Jet’s Marifel Dela Calzada on colour management, supported by top material suppliers including UPM Raflatac, Avery Dennison, and Ritrama.
“Havingadedicatedspaceallowsustobringtheindustry togetherandshowcasehowtherightmixoftechnologyand softwarecantrulytransformoperations,”said Jack Malki, Director at Jet Technologies. “Thestrongturnoutshowsjust howmuchappetitethereisforinnovationinthisregion.”
Jet Technologies will continue the momentum at Labelexpo Southeast Asia in Bangkok, 8–10 May 2025, further cementing its leadership in the Labels & Packaging sector.
JET TECHNOLOGIES MAKES DEBUT AT LABELEXPO SOUTHEAST ASIA 2025
We’re excited to announce our first-ever participation in Labelexpo Bangkok.
Join us from 8–10 May 2025 at Stand D2, BITEC Bangkok, where we’ll showcase innovative print and finishing solutions tailored for the Southeast Asian market.
Experience live demos and speak with our experts about how Jet Technologies can support your label production needs.
DISCOVER & EXPERIENCE
OMET iFLEX 10-Colour Press
A user-friendly, high-performance press ideal for all label types.
Jet iQ M370 Finishing Machine with Versatex Print Bar
Featuring digital varnish and flat-bed die-cutting for premium results.
Jet iQ SRI450 with Luster Inspection
High-speed slitting, rewinding, and quality control in one compact solution.
ACTEGA Hosts Dealer Conference in Thailand with a Focus on Sustainable Barrier Coatings
ACTEGA, a global leader in specialty coatings and inks, recently welcomed its regional partners to a dealer conference in Thailand, placing a strong spotlight on the future of sustainable barrier coatings. The event brought together industry leaders to explore new solutions that help reduce reliance on plastics while maintaining high standards for performance and shelf life.
Representing Jet Technologies, Colin McNeil (Product Manager) and Sam Toft attended the conference, joining a select group of partners from across Asia-Pacific. With growing demand for sustainable alternatives in the region, the discussions were both timely and forward-looking.
“FunctionalbarriercoatingsfromACTEGApresent excitingopportunitiesinAustraliaandNewZealand,” said Colin McNeil. “Theyallowconverterstoreplace
plasticlaminateswithcoatingsthatofferexcellent moisture,grease,andoxygenresistance—meeting bothperformancerequirementsandsustainability goals.Thisisexactlywhatourclientshavebeen askingfor.”
The conference featured technical sessions and case studies that demonstrated the real-world performance of ACTEGA’s solutions, with a particular emphasis on plastic-free alternatives for food, beverage, and general consumer packaging.
ACTEGA’s commitment to driving innovation through partnerships was on full display, reinforcing its role in helping the industry transition toward circular, future-ready packaging solutions.
For further information, please contact Colin McNeil at cmcneil@jet-ap.com
Let’s Rethink Packaging Together
Actega is the largest manufacturer of water-based and UV coatings, offering products to meet the needs of every application, developed in state-of-the-art R&D facilities in Germany and Switzerland.
With teams of chemists, application specialists, and compliance experts, Actega works closely across every stage of the product life cycle — from printers and converters to brand owners and end users.
Actega is strongly focused on environmental responsibility, offering renewable content options for packaging coatings.
At the forefront of barrier solutions, Actega’s development team is dedicated to using water-based coatings to eliminate the need for PE film lamination.
Key products for the Australian market are:
Terrawet G9/706 Gloss Coating
Cost effective standard gloss coating. A true workhorse product to cover a wide range of applications.
ACTGreen Range
A variety of gloss, satin and matt coatings with up to 90% renewable content. The latest in sustainable options.
Soft Touch/Rough Touch
Water based effect coating that gives a tactile sensation to enhance your product’s appeal to the consumer.
ACTDigi Primer
A water-based primer for use on digital presses to enhance the laydown on difficult substrates.
Essence of Passion
Jet Technologies is proud to introduce Epple Druckfarben to the ANZ market, bringing a new benchmark in quality, innovation, and performance to the local printing industry. Founded in Germany and with a heritage spanning over 150 years, Epple is internationally renowned for its precision-engineered inks and coatings, developed with a relentless commitment to excellence and sustainability.
Their portfolio features cutting-edge solutions for both conventional and specialty printing, offering outstanding colour fidelity, consistency, and environmental performance. Now fully supported by Jet Technologies in Australia and New Zealand, Epple’s range will enable local printers to achieve superior results while benefiting from the latest advancements in ink technology.
Key products for the Australian market are:
Premium PSO Process inks
High-performance perfecting ink that meets PSO requirements. Mineral Oil-free. Cobalt Free.
LightStar UV/LED Premium inks
Dual cure process inks are suitable for traditional UV lamps as well as the latest LED systems. Capable of excellent performance at very high speeds.
IML Performance NG inks
Hard drying process ink for synthetic stocks. Heat-stable pigments suitable for the rigours of the IML process.
BoFood® DFC System
Direct food contact inks for use on the inside of food packaging. Next generation product that removes the need for a functional barrier.
JET TECHNOLOGIES BOOKBINDING ADHESIVES
Premium Quality for Versatile Bindery Applications
Jet Technologies’ Bookbinding Adhesives deliver a premium solution designed to perform seamlessly across a wide range of bindery equipment. Engineered for flexibility, they work reliably across broad temperature and open-time ranges, ensuring consistent performance across a variety of applications. Whether for high-speed production or specialised projects, Jet Technologies’ adhesives provide the strength, versatility, and dependability demanded by today’s bookbinding professionals.
BENEFITS INCLUDES:
• Use a single product across your bindery equipment, from high-speed Muller Martini lines to the Horizon BQ range.
• Operate at lower temperatures, minimising discolouration and saving cost on energy.
• Excellent heat resistance and machine stability for a clean application and minimal cleaning time.
• Excellent bond strength.
• No bleed through.
Availableinmultiplepacksizesforconvenience,Adino AdhesivesaresupportedbyJetTechnologies,ensuring qualityandeaseofselectionforallyourbindingneeds. For further information, please contact Aeson at aeson@jet-ap.com
Jet Technologies Introduces the L350UV SAI
Featuring High-Fidelity Print Mode
Australia’s best-selling inkjet press, the L350UV SAI has evolved to another level with the addition of High-Fidelity Print Mode. Enhance your print quality even further especially on uncoated papers to open a world of opportunity in the wine & spirit market
Featuring the Versatex Print Bar for highbuild varnish, digital foil and spot varnish on even Uncoated Papers. This model includes two semi-rotary flexo units as well as semi-rotary die cutting, providing a highly functional and capable finishing option to the L350UV and any other digital press. 450mm width ensures compatibility with wider flexo print presses to maximise use.
Intelligent Finishing Solutions by Jet Technologies
Networkpak Expands Capabilities with
INSTALLATION OF SCREEN L350UV SAI S, ENHANCING LABEL & PACKAGING OFFERINGS
Networkpak, a well-established name in the Australian printing industry known for its high-quality printed folding cartons for leading brands, has expanded its capabilities and service offerings with the installation of the Screen L350UV SAI Sdigital press, in partnership with Jet Technologies Australia.
This move marks Networkpak’s entry into high-quality digital label printing, complementing its strong foundation in carton packaging. The new press offers vibrant colour, speed, and precision—ideal for meeting growing demand across a variety of industries.
“TheL350UVSAISisanaturalstepforus,”said Paul O’Sullivan, Director at Networkpak. “Itallowsustomeet labelandpackagingneedswiththesamelevelofquality ourclientsexpect.”
Jet Technologies provided full support throughout the installation, ensuring a smooth transition.
“They’vebeenoutstanding,”O’Sullivan added.
With this investment, Networkpak is set to offer faster turnaround times, broader services, and more creative packaging solutions—further strengthening its position in the Australian print industry.
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Successful Step Forward
ABEL LABELS GOES DIGITAL WITH JET TECHNOLOGIES
At Jet Technologies, we’re proud to share the success of our recent collaboration with Abel Labels, one of Tasmania’s leading label producers. In a major step toward digital transformation, the Abel Labels team has installed the Screen Truepress L350UV inkjet press – and the results have been nothing short of impressive.
From day one, the focus was on ensuring a smooth transition. Our team worked closely with Abel Labels in Hobart, providing hands-on training and support to get the new press up and running seamlessly. The Screen L350UV now enables them to turn around jobs faster, with brilliant print quality and greater efficiency – perfect for serving a wide range of industries, from wine to dairy.
“JetTechnologiesandScreenhaveprovidedexceptionalguidance,”said Trent Cowen, Managing Director at Abel Labels. “Knowingwehaveexpertbackup wheneverneededgivesusgreatconfidencemovingforward.”
For us at Jet, it’s always more than just supplying equipment – it’s about building strong, supportive partnerships that help our customers grow and succeed. We’re excited to see where this next chapter takes Abel Labels!
Explore the world of Jet iQ intelligent finishing solutions
World-class finishing options to suit every application, coupled with localised service across Australia & New Zealand
Jet Technologies is pleased to introduce a new option for finishing in the Australian and NZ print markets. Delivering a new level of Innovation, Performance & Reliability, the range from Polly Automatics is impressive, with a price you will appreciate.
Slitter/Rewinder/Inspection
A flexible, digital solution to add value, creativity, and improve profitability
Powered by Xaar Nitrox printheads, enables flexible packaging and label integrators and OEMs to upgrade their silk screen printing processes or other analogue methods to a digital inkjet solution. Benefit from Xaar’s industryleading printheads and technologies, as well as the advantages of digital inkjet printing to achieve added value for your application and improve profitability.
With various Print Modes, the Versatex Print Bar can print at speeds up to 75m/min, surpassing most screen printing applications in terms of productivity, without requiring any screen material.
For highbuild varnish, print speeds up to 45m/min are possible, with excellent results on all uncoated papers tested in the ANZ market thus far. No primer is required and the digital varnish adheres very well onto an extremely wide range of substrates, from papers to film laminates, including the full range supplied by Jet Technologies.
Applications
Tailored for a variety of industry-standard self-adhesive label and flexible packaging substrates, encompassing coated paper, polypropylene, polyethylene, and shrink sleeves across diverse sectors like personal care, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.
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• One single ink system that can be used with both traditional and LED UV.
• LED delivers more stable light, resulting in improved consistency of curing and print.
• LED bulbs use less energy – lower energy costs mean lower bills.
• Instantly on – no warm-up needed, saving more energy!
• LED lamps last longer than traditional UV bulbs, reducing costs further.
• Make the switch in your own time –press by press – avoid having two ink inventories.
• Ease of disposal when end-of-life.
• Pre-empts legislative change and issues with traditional mercury based UV.
• Better for the printer and the planet!
MONOLOX FIXED ANILOX PRINTING
Take the complexity out of label printing
Correct anilox selection is one of the biggest hurdles in printing for spot colours. Each change brings the potential for errors, waste, and unnecessary cost – eating into your capacity.
Rather than deliberating over which anilox to use for each colour, or struggling to make your flexo labels look like your digital labels, consider switching to Monolox Fixed Anilox Printing.
What is Monolox Fixed Anilox Printing?
Monolox Fixed Anilox Printing is a revolution for the flexo industry. As label designs become more complex, this process makes it possible to produce any spot colour using just one anilox volume, the specially formulated PureTone® ink range, and a bespoke mixing database. As a result, printers can install a fixed anilox set without the need to change rollers between jobs. It ensures instant colour matching and perfect prints, every time.
Benefits for your business
With pressures mounting in terms of short runs, high volumes, and compressed lead times, it’s important that you can protect your margins and operate e ciently. Fixed Anilox Printing helps you achieve just that.
Save time selecting the right roll
Minimise press downtime
Remove variability from anilox selection
Have control and consistency in your prints
Deliver a service that stands out in a crowded print landscape
Ease transition from digital
With Monolox Fixed Anilox Printing, it’s easy to manage digital to flexo press transitions. PureTone’s unique high-strength formulation means that, when used alongside calibration so ware, you can achieve exemplary run-to-run consistency and repeatability across di erent print methods, making it simpler to scale jobs.
Changeover
It’s easy to make the change to Monolox Fixed Anilox Printing – many converters are managing it in less than a week. This process has already proven its success with many leading label printers, and is easy to understand and implement. The Pulse Roll Label Products team will be on hand to lend you their full support with the transition.
FLEXO INK TRENDS IN LABELS & PACKAGING
For literally decades, we have been hearing that LED UV curing was “ready”, only to find with great disappointment that the hyperbole was just that – and that the lamp and ink systems were simply not ready.
That has all changed – for the past 18 months, my colleagues in Asia and Europe have reported a strong shift with all printing press orders, with 9 out of 10 orders turning to majority LED UV systems.
In our own demonstration centre in Jakarta, in February 2025, our 10-colour press was configured with 8 x LED UV lamps, with conventional UV only utilised for varnishes, where LED varnishes are still displaying an element of yellowing at heavier film-weights.
Our very own Puretone ink system has evolved to the Puretone Food Packaging Complient DC (Dual-Cure), an ink that cures just as well on both LED-UV and conventional-UV systems. Clients have been relieved to learn that the ink is totally compatible with the previous Puretone series and colour shades, strengths and so forth are entirely consistent, meaning that the change to the Puretone DC is an easy decision to make as clients adopt mixed environments.
Working closely with GEW, Jet Technologies have run extensive trials here in Australia, as well as in SE Asia at our demonstration centres on the AeroLED, AeroLED2 and LeoLED lamp series, with excellent results.
The Puretone DC ink series is also Food Packaging Compliant, assuring that you confirm to European and American food safety standards, including Swiss and Nestle compliance.
Puretone Food Packaging Complient DC inks are also made to work with the Monolox principle, Monolox system enables printers to produce Pantone and spot colour all off one volume of anilox (under 6 cm3) – meaning a reduction in anilox roller holdings and the need to be changing anilox rollers in between jobs.
For more information, please contact James Montgomery at jmontgomery@jet-ap.com
Cloud-based Ink Formulation Software
Accelerate your ink development with Autura Ink software, a complete ink formulation and quality control solution for printers and packaging converters. Leveraging the proven technology from InkFormulation software, Autura Ink provides a secure and centralised platform for all formulation, storage, approval, retrieval, and quality control needs for offset, flexo, gravure, and screen-printing inks
Serverless and Secure Cloud-Based Architecture
Leverage a secure cloudcomputing architecture to provide a centralised platform, accessible from anywhere, for fast, accurate, and consistent ink formulation.
Quickly Share Formulation & QC Data
With integrated formulation and quality control, the need to switch between applications to validate formulas is eliminated, simplifying data sharing between formulation, quality control, and PantoneLIVE.
Avoid Press Downtime
If the on-press colour fails to meet specification, Autura’s Quick Correction feature facilitates the necessary ink formula additions to ensure that the press gets back on colour to resume operations quickly.
For further information, please contact Marifel Dela Calzada at mcalzada@jet-ap.com
Efficiently Manage Ink Assortments
Better manage and distribute assortments with Autura Ink’s assortment view and reduce the chance of duplicated assortments using association and access permission.
Identify Ink Colour Variation
With integrated BestMatch, operators can now confidently determine if a colour can be attained by modifying film thickness, viscosity, or press settings, or if the ink recipe needs adjustment. This helps restore press performance swiftly, minimising downtime.
Reduce the Risk of Error
Set up formulation templates with predetermined settings tailored to specific customer use cases to enhance repeatability and productivity and efficiently handle diverse formulation requirements.
INTRODUCING TERRA FILMS
Same Great Films, Now Even Greener
We’re excited to share some big news — Jet Technologies has rebranded our recycled-content film range as Terra Films!
You already know us for our innovative specialty laminating films like Soft Touch, Rough Touch, Durophan Anti-Scuff, and SteriLam antimicrobial. Now, we’re leading the charge on sustainability too, making it easier for brand owners in Australia and New Zealand to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging.
With more pressure to include recycled content (hello, APCO regulations!), we’ve made sure Terra Films tick all the boxes — and then some. Almost all our standard films are now available with 30% recycled content, using a mix of PIR (post-industrial recycled) and PCR (post-consumer recycled) materials. Plus, we’ve got the important certifications covered, like ISCC+, depending on where the films are made.
As Kane Mangan, our Product Manager for Films, puts it: “It’s not just about ticking a box — we wanted to create somethingthatgenuinelymakesadifference.”
Other so-called “green” films, like PLA-based ones, often came with major headaches — they needed special composting facilities (good luck finding those in Australia or New Zealand) and didn’t perform well with printing. Terra Films don’t have those issues. They look, feel, and run just like traditional films — no compromises, no complaints. Printers and brand owners are loving the switch, and in many cases, operators can’t even tell the difference!
Terra Films are now stocked at all Jet Technologies locations and ready to roll — giving you a real, practical way to boost sustainability without sacrificing quality or efficiency.
Want to learn more? Reach out to Kane Mangan, Product Manager, Films Division at kmangan@jet-ap.com
AFP™-R: A Step Towards Solvent ZERO
Asahi Kasei, a global leader in photopolymer plate technology, has taken a substantial step forward with the launch of their AFP™-R plate series. The plate utilises Asahi Kasei’s patented technology to significantly reduce solvent absorption (typically by 30-50%), reducing processing and drying times by a similar 30-50%.
The AFP™-R plate is a key component of Asahi Kasei’s “Road to Solvent ZERO” initiative, aiming to eliminate the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the platemaking process.
Enhanced Productivity and Quality
Beyond its environmental benefits, the AFP™-R plate enhances prepress and press productivity. By reducing solvent use by 30-50%, users experience faster plate washout speeds and significantly reduced drying times, leading to quicker turnaround and improved efficiency without compromising on print quality.
Industry Recognition
The innovative design and sustainability of the AFP™-R plate have not gone unnoticed. Asahi Kasei received the prestigious CI Flexo Tech Technical Innovation Award, recognizing the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in the flexographic printing industry.
Availability in Australia and New Zealand
Jet Technologies has been a partner of Asahi Kasei for over 15 years and is rolling out this plate series across the region. This collaboration ensures that local printers can access cutting-edge technology that supports both environmental goals and operational efficiency.
For more information on the AFP™-R reduced solvent plates and how they can benefit your printing operations, contact Darryl Wilson at dwilson@jet-ap.com
A New Era of Plate Making: Jet Technologies Visits Japan to Experience CrystalCleanConnect
At Jet Technologies, we’re always on the lookout for innovations that reshape our industry — and recently, we had the chance to see one of the most exciting advancements up close. During a visit to Japan, our team got a firsthand look at the CrystalCleanConnect system in full operation — and to say we were impressed would be an understatement.
CrystalCleanConnect, developed by our valued partners Asahi Photoproducts and ESKO, is nothing short of a revolution in plate making. Traditionally, flexo plate production has been a labour-intensive, messy, and highly manual process — requiring skilled operators to manage every step from imaging to developing to cutting. It’s also no secret that attracting new, younger talent to this sort of work has become increasingly challenging.
Enter CrystalCleanConnect.
This technology turns plate making into a fully automated, clean, and efficient process. Entire sheets of flexo plate are imaged, processed, dried, and cut — all without any operator intervention. In
For more information about CrystalCleanConnect or to arrange a demonstration, feel free to reach out to Darryl Wilson at dwilson@jet-ap.com.
We’d love to share the future of plate making with you.
fact, during our visit, we watched a single operator manage the entire line with minimal effort, overseeing multiple fully finished plates produced with remarkable speed, precision, and consistency.
The benefits go far beyond just saving labour. CrystalCleanConnect delivers significant improvements in plate quality, dramatically reduces waste, and creates a safer, cleaner working environment. It allows companies to reimagine how they manage prepress — not just improving efficiency, but also future-proofing their businesses by making plate making a job that is attractive, modern, and sustainable.
Seeing CrystalCleanConnect in action was a real highlight for our team, and it reinforced why Jet Technologies is proud to partner with both Asahi and ESKO in bringing this incredible solution to the Australian and New Zealand markets. We believe this is the future of flexographic printing — and we’re excited to help our clients get there.
GapMaster EM EM Retrofit
EM IC Retrofit
EM the next GapMaster innovation from Kocher + Beck.
The continuous expansion and development of the world leading GapMaster system from Kocher+Beck continues with the introduction of the new EM (Electronic Move).
A proven market leader for the adjustment of the gap between the anvil cylinder body and the magnetic or cutting cylinder the GapMaster has been further enhanced with this latest market offering.
The GapMaster EM has in built on-board motors which allow for easy and simple gap alterations from 0.25μm to 10μm.
The system can be quickly calibrated and provides live gap feedback with a useful option for job storage. This makes the entire process more efficient and accurate.
The HMI can be updated to industry 4.0 when required.
EM Retrofit & EM IC Retrofit
The GapMaster is a popular industry choice and is installed throughout the globe, so we have developed a retrofit version of the EM system that is compatible with any pre-installed GapMaster.
The EM Retrofit and EM IC Retrofit can easily be installed on site with the removal of the mechanical handle and replacement with an electrical drive unit.
Offering the same fine control for the setting of the gap regardless of the GapMaster age.
GapMaster EM, the only system on the market to offer both touch and manual adjustment in 1 unit.
Giving you a precise and accurate feel for the process.
Mechanical and digital control in 1 unit
Precision controls 0.25 μm to 10 μm
Adjustment by touch & rotary knob
Compatible with any already installed GapMaster
Retrofit system for standard & IC GapMaster
Multiple languages and job save options
Fast start up after job interruption
Intuitive user interface
Sharper
RotaPlate® features a patented SPGPrints process to enhance mesh material, creating distinct textures on each side. The smooth squeegee side minimizes wear, while the sharp-edged printing side ensures precise and clear results for customers.
More suitable for ultra-fine details
RotaPlate® screens boast 40% more holes per square centimetre than woven screens, enabling precise ink transfer for sharper fine prints and smoother solids.
Quicker and easier quality checks
The emulsion in RotaPlate® is selected for its sensitivity to the human eye, providing pre-press operators with improved contrast for easier scrutiny of fine details during development before printing.
Superior
Application support
Our comprehensive service package includes installation, application support, and training. On-site experts provide tailored advice, and our Technology Centre allows testing of new products in a real production setting. RotaPlate® boosts competitiveness and protects margins, ensuring excellence at every production stage.
Light the Path to Sustainable Paper Packaging with THE PAC520P
Jet Technologies is excited to welcome the newly released Screen PAC520P, a groundbreaking advancement for the paper packaging industry. As a water-based digital press with a 520mm web width, the PAC520P has been purpose-built to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Designed to run a broad range of paper stocks—from lightweight 40gsm papers to robust 250gsm boards—it offers unmatched versatility while aligning with today’s environmental and regulatory expectations. The PAC520P provides the ideal bridge for printers looking to shift away from plastic-based substrates and embrace paper without compromising on quality, vibrancy, or performance.
Beyond its technical innovation, the PAC520P unlocks exciting new paths to profitability for forward-thinking printers. By enabling fast, high-quality, short- and medium-run jobs on paper substrates, the PAC520P empowers businesses to offer customised, sustainable solutions that today’s brands and consumers are demanding. With the flexibility to serve everything from premium packaging to food wraps and boutique cartons, the PAC520P represents not just a new press—but a real opportunity to lead the market shift toward more responsible, paper-based packaging.
Proline ® ART ™
Anilox Reverse Technology - designed for Flexo Printing, offset coating, gravure, and laminating applications.
Proline ® ISF*
For many years flexographic printers have struggled with ink spitting during some jobs. Ink spitting can be caused by a number of factors, however to combat ink spitting, Praxair have developed Proline ISF cell engraving. ISF engraving has proven over the years to reduce the occurrence of ink spitting and reduce costly downtime on the press
Recyl’s Cobra is the global leader for Anilox Deep Cleaning gel to unplug tough to clean anilox rolls Cobra has established itself as the one-stop solution for Anilox deep-cleaning and complete restoration of ink-transfer capacity. Cobra restores the full volume of your cells and maximizes the ink-transfer capacity of your ceramic anilox rolls. Cobra works on any type of ink as well as coatings. Cobra adds value in all segments of the flexo-printing industry.
Go with Automatic
The fully automatic anilox roll cleaners are designed to deep clean/restore anilox rolls, sleeves or gravure cylinders of all sizes. Furthermore, it is also a very good tool for the daily washing and maintenance of rollers.
• Fully Automatic Cycle with Short Washing Time
• Recirculation/Re-use of Liquid
• Harmless to the Rollers
• Cell Volume Completely Restored
• Safe and Easy Washing
• Stainless Steel
• Reduction in downtime
MEET THE TEAM
KATIE WALFORD
Katie is a dynamic leader with over 20 years’ experience in large corporate organisations. As Operations Manager, she oversees Customer Service, Logistics, HR, Information Systems, Finance, Marketing, and Warehousing. Known for her collaborative and values-based leadership style, Katie loves bringing people together to solve problems, spark ideas, and achieve goals. She’s passionate about driving success through teamwork and innovation. Her current motto is “Let’s make the systems work for us!” reflecting her focus on improving processes and making things easier for the team.
MADDIE WELSH
Maddie has recently joined the Jet Technologies team as a Customer Service Officer at the Sydney HQ. With an extensive background in customerfacing roles, her current role involves fulfilling orders, providing customer service, and making sure every customer is left satisfied. Maddie’s motto is simple: “Be the person you’d want others to be to you”, reflecting her commitment to treating every customer with care and respect. She’s excited to be part of the Jet Technologies family and contribute to their success!
RACHAEL
BRUMMELL
Rachael recently joined the Jet Technologies team as Sales Support for our Print and Finish division. With a solid background in customer service, Rachael has spent the past few years building strong client relationships, resolving issues with care and efficiency, and ensuring every interaction leaves a positive impact. Her passion for delivering exceptional service aligns perfectly with Jet’s customer-first approach. Rachael is looking forward to getting to know our valued customers and playing a key role in supporting both the team’s and your continued success.
CONTACT US
Australia
Sydney 19 Rosebery Ave
Rosebery NSW 2018
t: +61 2 8399 4999
f: +61 2 8399 2277
e: orders@jet-ap.com
Melbourne 7 Yazaki Way, Carrum Downs, VIC 3201
Brisbane 45-49 Quilton Place
Crestmead, QLD 4132
Indonesia
Jalan Ramin Raya
Blok G6 No. 17a, Cikarang Pusat, Kab. Bekasi Cikarang Pusat, West Java, 17811
t: +62 21 899 11 392 f: +62 21 579 98 080
e: info@jet-ap.co.id
Vietnam
99 Cong Hoa St., Ward 4, Tan Binh Dist., HCMC,Vietnam t: +84 909348339
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