SCREEN will showcase the Truepress LABEL 520AQ, a conceptual digital label press, at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona. Designed to explore the application of SCREEN’s advanced water-based inkjet technology in label production, the 520AQ is positioned to help converters increase throughput, enter new markets, and meet growing demand for sustainable, high-quality labels. With 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, printing speeds of 100 metres per minute on 520mm media, and SCREEN’s EQUIOS workflow management, the press aims to deliver offset-quality output with the productivity required by modern converters.

Built on SCREEN’s long-standing expertise in water-based inkjet, the 520AQ leverages Truepress SC+ Inks, already proven in commercial printing, to deliver wide colour-gamut reproduction with high-density coverage and minimal odour. The system’s advanced substrate control and proprietary RIP ensure precise registration and image fidelity at full production speeds. By enabling converters to shift suitable jobs onto this high-throughput platform, the press frees up more complex embellishment lines, raising overall efficiency and consistency across operations.

Beyond improving current workflows, SCREEN is positioning the 520AQ as a gateway to new market opportunities. Its larger format capabilities and support for sophisticated variable data printing open applications in promotions, compliance, and traceability. Early trials suggest strong potential in specialised segments, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and wet-glue labels. Visitors to Labelexpo 2025 will see the Truepress LABEL 520AQ live for the first time, with SCREEN inviting converters and partners to explore its capabilities and engage in discussions about the future of water-based inkjet in label converting.