CARTES completed the installation of a third high-end label production line at Italian converter Albagrafica, reinforcing a partnership built around premium quality and continuous technological investment. The newly installed GT368SSSF_HFSR press is configured for highly complex label production, featuring four high-performance screen-printing units, two flexographic units, a hot-foil stamping station, and semi-rotary die-cutting. This configuration significantly expands Albagrafica’s capacity for sophisticated embellishment and special effects, supporting demanding applications where visual impact and tactile performance are critical.

The investment is aimed at increasing production flexibility, speed, and consistency as brand owners place growing emphasis on aesthetic differentiation and premium finishes. Albagrafica serves sectors where labels play a central role in product positioning—including wine, sparkling wine, spirits, chocolate, and specialty food, and the new press enables a broader palette of effects while maintaining tight control over quality and efficiency. By combining advanced technology with an integrated workflow, the company continues to balance artisanal attention to detail with industrial-scale reliability.

Founded in 1960, Albagrafica has evolved from pasta packaging into a specialist in high-end labels, pioneering techniques such as dry embossing in Italy and steadily expanding its technological base. Now led by the next generation, the company continues to invest in innovation while maintaining its focus on craftsmanship and cost-effective production. With the addition of the GT368SSSF_HFSR, CARTES and Albagrafica reaffirm their shared commitment to delivering top-tier labels that combine visual excellence, performance, and reliable production for both national and international markets.