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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, has recently partnered with Angola-based REFITEC to develop Boavista, a vegetable and soya oil brand designed to embody Angola’s cultural heritage through a refreshed, contemporary visual identity. This strategic collaboration brought together creative expertise and local authenticity to craft a product that resonates with tradition while appealing to modern consumers.

A Strategic Partnership Rooted in Tradition

REFITEC, known for its commitment to promoting authentic local products, entrusted Gentlebrand with the challenge of creating a brand identity that honors Angola’s rich heritage. The goal was clear: to reinforce Boavista’s local roots while making it relevant and attractive to new generations.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Sidel, a global leader in packaging solutions and industrial innovation, has announced the launch of its inaugural summer camp at the company’s Octeville-sur-Mer site in France. This initiative aims to attract and nurture aspiring engineers by offering an immersive, hands-on experience that blends skill development with real-world industry exposure.

Empowering Students Through Practical Experience

The Sidel summer camp will run from July 7 to 11, 2025, and will host 20 engineering students aged between 21 and 25 from selected partner universities. Designed as a free, five-day program, the camp will provide participants with an opportunity to engage in hands-on workshops, collaborative problem-solving exercises, and a live challenge focused on designing a customer-oriented product prototype.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Gentlebrand Design Agency, part of the Sidel family, has partnered with Uzbekistan-based Toshmineralsuv to deliver a strategic redesign of its iconic Tashkentskaya mineral water, introducing a sleek PET bottle that strengthens the brand’s premium positioning while honoring its legacy.

Renowned for its purity and sourced from a natural spring 1,371 meters underground, Tashkentskaya mineral water now debuts in a refined PET format aimed at enhancing market presence and consumer appeal. This initiative underscores Gentlebrand’s ability to blend deep brand insight with bold creative execution in competitive consumer markets.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Sidel has introduced CoboREEL™, a cobot-powered automated reel loading solution that sets a new benchmark in beverage packaging by offering the industry’s highest reel autonomy with a capacity of up to 18 reels. Developed to meet the rising global demand for PET-packaged beverages, CoboREEL addresses key industry challenges of efficiency, workforce optimization, and profitability.

Boosting Labelling Efficiency for a Growing Beverage Market

With global packaged water volumes forecasted to have risen by 3.5% and carbonated beverages by 2.2% by 2029, beverage producers are under increasing pressure to optimize production efficiency and cost management. Sidel’s CoboREEL directly responds to this demand by automating the repetitive reel loading process, enhancing accuracy and minimizing production downtime.

By leveraging integrated cobot technology, CoboREEL:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Sidel has announced the successful renewal of its Qualiopi certification for 2025, reaffirming its position as a leading provider of high-quality, customer-centric vocational training for the packaging industry worldwide. This milestone underscores Sidel’s long-term commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining the highest standards of safety, product quality, and line performance for its clients.

Renewed Certification Confirms Global Training Excellence

The Qualiopi certification — granted by accredited entities recognized by the French Government — confirms the quality, consistency, and impact of Sidel’s vocational training programs. Following a rigorous audit, the Sidel Training Centre was found to be fully compliant with all 32 indicators of the French national quality reference framework.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Gentlebrand, the Italian design agency renowned for its creative packaging concepts, has partnered with leading Italian wine group Argea to launch the premium Brilla Still wine bottle — a design innovation that elevates Argea’s portfolio and strengthens its brand positioning in the global wine market.

This collaboration reflects Argea’s strategic focus on blending tradition with contemporary design. The company, known for championing Italy’s wine-growing heritage, engaged Gentlebrand to reimagine one of its sparkling wines by transforming both its bottle and brand character. The result is a striking bottle that merges elegance with modern Italian flair.

A Design Evolution with Strategic Purpose

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has announced the launch of SHIFT 2025, a new international summit designed to support the digital transformation of print shops worldwide. The two-day event, scheduled for September 16 and 17 in Heidelberg and Wiesloch-Walldorf, will bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, and digitalization experts to explore practical approaches to automation and hybrid workflow management in the printing industry.

Addressing the Critical Need for Automation

The printing industry continues to face mounting challenges related to shrinking print runs, a surge in small job volumes, and increasing staff shortages and labor costs. As a result, many print businesses are urgently seeking automation solutions to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Spanish packaging printers have made significant investments in HEIDELBERG's advanced printing technology, reinforcing the company's growth strategy in the Iberian market and underscoring its leading role in high-performance, sustainable packaging solutions.

The adoption of HEIDELBERG’s Speedmaster technology by multiple Spanish packaging companies highlights a collective focus on operational excellence, sustainability, and the premium packaging segment — areas where HEIDELBERG positions itself as a key partner for long-term growth.

Gráficas Beyco: Commitment to Efficiency and Circular Economy

Gráficas Beyco, a family-run business based in Hospitalet Llobregat, continues its tradition of excellence by focusing on efficiency and environmental responsibility. Managed by Ana and Mari Carmen Cerdá, the company serves over 800 customers across industries such as food, cosmetics, and automotive.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Dental professionals seeking to preserve patients' natural dentition now have a new tool for proactive care: the KaVo DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD system, designed to enhance early caries detection and treatment planning without the risks associated with radiation. By addressing common diagnostic challenges, this technology aims to set new standards in early caries management and patient communication.

Meeting the Limitations of Traditional Diagnostic Methods

Conventional methods such as bitewing radiography and visual-tactile examinations often fall short in detecting interproximal or secondary caries at early stages. Frequently, lesions either progress unnoticed between check-ups or remain inactive for extended periods, leaving practitioners uncertain about the right course of action. The KaVo DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD responds directly to these gaps.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – KaVo Dental has launched the DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD, an innovative dental diagnostic device that enables simultaneous capture, presentation, and storage of three diagnostic images in less than one second. Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing clinical workflows, this advanced system supports dental professionals in enhancing diagnostic accuracy while improving patient communication and care.

Revolutionizing Dental Diagnostics with Real-Time Triple Imaging

With the introduction of the DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD, KaVo Dental brings a significant technological advancement to the dental sector. The device combines cutting-edge transillumination and fluorescence technology, allowing for high-definition, radiation-free imaging that supports early caries detection and more effective patient consultations.

Key features of the DIAGNOcam Vision Full HD include:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo, a renowned innovator in dental technology, has officially launched the MASTERmatic LUX M45 L High-Speed Handpiece, expanding its MASTER series with a model engineered for advanced precision, improved visibility, and enhanced patient care. The introduction of this high-performance device marks a strategic move to strengthen KaVo's footprint in the competitive market for dental treatment solutions.

Advancing Ergonomics and Patient Safety in Dentistry

With the MASTERmatic LUX M45 L, KaVo is addressing key demands of modern dental practices by combining ergonomic design with cutting-edge technology. According to the company's announcement, the new handpiece is specifically developed to improve access and visibility during procedures, enabling dental professionals to deliver more precise treatments while ensuring maximum patient safety.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – KaVo Dental underscores its commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction with a comprehensive warranty program and a strong emphasis on the use of original parts for repairs and maintenance. This approach supports dental professionals in maximizing equipment performance, longevity, and operational safety across their practices.

Comprehensive Warranty Secures Product Reliability

KaVo guarantees its handpieces and small equipment when purchased new and unused from authorized KaVo dealers. The manufacturer warranty protects buyers against defects in material and workmanship under normal service conditions for a period of 90 days from the date of sale, starting no later than the dealer’s invoice date.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo has strengthened its commitment to environmental responsibility by embedding a comprehensive sustainability program into its corporate strategy and achieving certification under the ISO 14001:2015 environmental management standard. The initiative underscores KaVo's focus on operational sustainability, resource efficiency, and long-term environmental impact reduction.

ISO 14001 Certification Marks a Milestone in KaVo's Environmental Journey

KaVo's multi-stage environmental plan, integrated with its corporate policy and management systems, received certification in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001:2015. This achievement reflects the company's proactive approach to environmental management and positions it for further sustainability advancements.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo, the renowned dental technology manufacturer based in Biberach, Germany, is reaffirming its long-standing commitment to excellence-this time by embedding sustainability at the core of its corporate strategy. With a newly certified environmental management system and a multi-stage sustainability plan, KaVo is strengthening its role as a responsible industry leader focused on environmental protection and operational efficiency.

Certified Environmental Management Anchored in Corporate Policy

KaVo has successfully completed certification under DIN EN ISO 14001:2015, the internationally recognized standard for environmental management systems. This achievement underscores the company's commitment to structured, accountable, and transparent sustainability practices.

KaVo Elevates EXPERT Series with Enhanced Safety, Durability, and PerformanceSHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - KaVo, a trusted leader in dental instrument innovation, has introduced an extensive update to its established EXPERT series, reinforcing its commitment to high-quality, user-focused solutions for dental professionals worldwide. With this enhancement, the EXPERTmatic and EXPERTtorque lines now feature advanced safety measures, improved durability, and increased performance-aligning with KaVo's longstanding promise of "Dental Excellence."

EXPERT Series Evolution to Meet Modern Practice Demands

For years, KaVo's EXPERT series has been synonymous with reliability, intelligent design, and operational efficiency. By integrating new features and technological upgrades, KaVo aims to ensure these instruments continue to exceed professional expectations amid the evolving demands of modern dental practice.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – KaVo has introduced the SURGmatic™ S15 L Pro high-speed contra-angle surgical handpiece, positioning itself at the forefront of surgical innovation with a product designed to meet a broad spectrum of clinical demands. Engineered for both surgical and non-surgical applications, the SURGmatic S15 L Pro underscores KaVo’s commitment to performance, reliability, and operator efficiency in demanding clinical environments.

Enhanced Performance for Complex Surgical Applications

With a gear ratio of 1:5 and rotational speeds reaching up to 200,000 rpm, the SURGmatic S15 L Pro is tailored for procedures requiring precision and power. According to KaVo, this capability enables clinicians to operate effectively even during the most challenging interventions — a strategic advantage in fast-paced surgical settings.

Key features of the SURGmatic S15 L Pro include:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Carestream Dental has secured a significant milestone as its CS 9600 and CS 8200 3D Family CBCT systems have been officially certified by the Digital Dentistry Society (DDS). As the first-and currently only-CBCT imaging systems to earn this distinguished certification, the recognition underscores Carestream Dental's leadership in digital dental innovation and clinical excellence.

A Rigorous Certification Validates Clinical and Technological Leadership

The DDS Product Certification is granted exclusively after a comprehensive, months-long evaluation by a panel of globally renowned experts in digital dentistry. The certification process rigorously assesses products based on three key pillars:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Sensei, the practice and patient management brand of Carestream Dental, has announced a strategic integration with DentalMonitoring, a global leader in AI-powered remote monitoring solutions for orthodontics. The collaboration, revealed during the 2025 American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Annual Session in Philadelphia, marks a pivotal move in expanding digital orthodontic care with advanced clinical oversight, enhanced operational efficiency, and increased patient engagement.

Driving Growth Through Seamless Digital Integration

Unveiled as part of DentalMonitoring's new Integration Partner Program, this partnership positions Sensei Cloud Ortho-Sensei's cloud-based practice management platform for orthodontists-within an innovative ecosystem designed to streamline practice operations and optimize patient monitoring.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Carestream Dental has reaffirmed its strategic commitment to innovation and customer partnership as dental professionals navigate a turbulent global market. In a direct message to the industry, CEO Lisa Ashby underscored the company's dedication to supporting practices facing inflation, market volatility, and shifting regulatory landscapes.

Ashby's statement highlights Carestream Dental's ongoing efforts to balance technological advancement with financial accessibility - a focus that positions the company as a resilient partner in times of economic uncertainty.

A Steadfast Commitment to Innovation

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 21, 2025 - Carestream Dental showcased its latest innovations in clinical productivity and patient care at IDS 2025 in Cologne, Germany, under the theme "Delivering What's Next." The company's presentation at Hall 11.1, C010, reflected its longstanding commitment to advancing dental technology and empowering practitioners worldwide.

Innovation That Builds on a Century of Leadership

"Asking the right questions and delivering the best solutions has made Carestream Dental a market leader for more than a century and has helped our customers deliver the best in oral healthcare," stated Lisa Ashby, CEO of Carestream Dental.