Commenting on the move, Tony Bell, Sales Director of the company's UK operation said, "We see good opportunities in France for our Omega label inspection rewinders and Digicon converting lines, as well as for our Vectra turret rewinder range. The new company is wholly owned by AB Graphic International and expands group activities in Europe. The Nilpeter and Newfoil products will enable us to offer a comprehensive range of products to French label printers."

Personnel are already in place to assist customers and include David Ponthieu, Manager, Olivier Serieys, Sales Manager, Southern Region and Helle Enevoldsen, Sales & Service Assistant. All have extensive experience of working in the French label printing industry ensuring a smooth transition with customers and a high level of expertise.

AB Graphic International is a worldwide supplier of label converting and finishing machines with facilities in the UK, Netherlands, Spain, Germany France and the United States. The company offers a full range of converting lines either standard or tailored to requirements. Recently launched products include the Omega VSR vertical inspection rewinder and a new range of converting modules for its Digicon Series 2 finishing system. Specialised applications include pharmaceutical converting lines, off-line RFID, booklet labelling and Braille machines.