Apex International: elevating global print and packaging solutions

CEO Ruud Van Cuijk explains that recent acquisitions have bolstered the team’s expertise, helping it amass over 150 years of combined experience in embossing roll solutions, further solidifying their position as industry leaders. 

With a commitment to strategic growth, superior manufacturing quality, cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service, Apex International continues to shape the landscape of global consumer goods, he maintains.

Anilox, coating, gravure, embossing and glue roll solutions form the cornerstone of Apex International’s offerings, meticulously engineered to meet the diverse needs of various applications. Anilox rollers, crucial to the flexo printing process, boast a range of patented engraving options, including the revolutionary GTT 2.0 and UltraCell Hex series, ensuring precision and versatility. Meanwhile, rotogravure cylinders drive the heart of the gravure printing process, delivering impeccable print quality across diverse substrates.

According to Ruud, embossing cylinders from Apex International empower manufacturers to create captivating textures and branding across a myriad of everyday materials. ‘The glue and starch roll solutions, exemplified by the Accora glue sets, optimise corrugated board manufacturing, minimising waste and maximising quality.’

The impact of Apex International’s portfolio reverberates across the global consumer and industrial landscape, he enthuses. ‘From tissues to packaging, flooring to kitchenware, these rolls play an indispensable role in creating the products we interact with daily. Whether it’s enhancing brand identification, ensuring product quality or promoting sustainability practices, Apex International’s range upholds the highest standards across industries worldwide.’

As the world’s largest anilox roll manufacturer and a burgeoning force in embossing roll production, Apex International embraces its responsibility with unwavering dedication, Ruud notes. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities spanning seven global locations, Apex maintains complete control over the production process, ensuring unmatched excellence in every roll and sleeve. The team’s commitment to innovation is evident through continuous R&D investments, resulting in groundbreaking solutions like the patented GTT open-slalom channel geometry, meticulously developed to address common print challenges.

Moreover, Ruud continues, Apex International’s full-service independent repro department stands ready to design or replicate engraving patterns for embossing and rotogravure applications, further enhancing customisation and efficiency for customers.

For over 11 000 customers across 110 countries, Apex International stands as a trusted partner, embodying reliability, excellence and innovation. ‘The commitment to excellence underscores every aspect of the company’s operations, making it the go-to choice for businesses seeking superior roll solution,’ Ruud concludes.