Actega Metal Print, found in February 2017, highlighted its EcoLeaf range at Labelexpo Europe. EcoLeaf can produce an assortment of colored metalized embellishments, with enhanced color richness. EcoLeaf metallization can help brands embellish labels, folding cartons, flexible packaging and more.

Metallic embellishments are intended to beautify packaging and create a luxurious touch and feel on the shelf.

To create colored embellishments, you colorize the conventionally printed trigger image before applying the metal pigments. Colorized EcoLeaf generates brilliant effects without adding material storage, overhead or waste.

EcoLeaf has been designed as a sustainable alternative to creating decorative metallic embellishments on labels and folding cartons with conventional foiling. EcoLeaf uses only the amount of material required to create the metallic image, eliminating the need for foil and its associated waste. 

According to the company, the first product for narrow web applications will be commercially available following drupa 2020.