As converters worldwide respond to increasing demands for shorter runs, faster turnaround, and greater customisation, investing in a full press replacement requires significant commitment. However, digital retrofit technology offers a practical alternative, enabling businesses to integrate digital printing into flexo lines without expanding their footprint.
The Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) N610i-R digital retrofit module is designed to support this approach, helping converters to add digital printing capabilities quickly and cost-effectively. We spoke with two converters who recently adopted this technology about why they chose this solution and its impact on their business.
US label converter Great Lakes Label installed the N610i-R as part of a Mark Andy DSiQ-R digital retrofit solution, adding digital printing capability to its existing Mark Andy Performance Series P5 flexo press, while UK-based label converter Jenacre Labels integrated the module on one of its Nilpeter presses.
Tony Cook, Founder & CEO, Great Lakes Label, explains the company’s motivation.
“With growing demand for shorter production runs and variable printing, we knew digital was the next logical step. But we wanted to do it in a way that complemented our existing capabilities without compromising efficiency.”
Tony Cook, Founder & CEO, Great Lakes Label
David Duncan, Managing Director, Jenacre Labels, observed a similar trend in the UK and sought a printing solution that would support the effective short-run production of multi-page peel-and-reveal labels, often featuring complex variable data.
“Digital printing was the obvious answer, but a standalone digital press that would require additional offline finishing processes was out of the question – both from a cost and logistics point of view. We wanted an inline solution for our existing Nilpeter presses.”
David Duncan, Managing Director, Jenacre Labels
Great Lakes Label was excited to learn of Domino’s collaboration with Mark Andy on a retrofit solution.
“It was exactly what we had been hoping for – an innovative hybrid approach that would allow us to maximise our existing press investments while adding digital capabilities. With this new capability, we’re not just keeping up with industry trends – we’re setting them.”
Tony Cook, Founder & CEO, Great Lakes Label
Duncan also found Domino’s N610i-R a great fit for his requirements.
“Domino’s technology, expertise, and support gave us the confidence to move forward. From initial contact through installation and training, ongoing support has been crucial to the success of this project.”
David Duncan, Managing Director, Jenacre Labels
Both converters report strong results from their investment.
“From day one, the ability to efficiently run multiple SKUs has been an asset and print consistency has been excellent. Being able to do pre- and on-press adjustments without having to remix inks or wait for plates has made a substantial difference, boosting production time, efficiency, and reducing our lead times.”
David Duncan, Managing Director, Jenacre Labels
Great Lakes Label reports that the new technology has freed up about 30 percent of capacity on their other presses, and Cook highlights the value of early adoption.
“We were thrilled to be the first North American label converter to implement this technology. This partnership is a game-changer for us, enabling us to better serve our customers with high-quality, high-efficiency digital printing while maintaining all the benefits of flexo production.”
Tony Cook, Founder & CEO, Great Lakes Label
Michael Matthews, Product Manager – DP Colour, Domino Printing Sciences, is pleased that the N610i-R is bringing real benefits to converters.
“At Domino, we’re proud to support converters in boosting production flexibility, reducing lead times, and streamlining operations. By integrating digital printing capabilities directly into their existing lines, Jenacre Labels and Great Lakes Label have been able to be more responsive to customer demands. Projects like the N610i-R demonstrate our commitment to delivering practical, high-performance solutions that help our customers stay competitive and future-ready.”
Michael Matthews, Product Manager – DP Colour, Domino Printing Sciences
And Great Lakes Label and Jenacre Labels agree: the Domino N610i-R is more than a retrofit – it’s a strategic upgrade that positions them for the future of label printing.
Learn more about transforming your label production with the Domino N610i-R here.