MPS Printing
MPS Printing B.V., based in Arnhem, the Netherlands, develops and manufactures flexographic, offset-combination and hybrid printing presses for labels and flexible packaging. Its current portfolio includes EF next generation, EF SYMJET, EXL-Offset, EXL-Packaging and EF Packaging, supported by inline converting, automation, service and MPSConnect production intelligence. Durst announced a planned acquisition on 15 September 2026, with MPS due to join the group on 1 January 2027, subject to closing conditions and regulatory approvals. MPSConnect combines machine data, operational and management dashboards, performance benchmarking and VirtualCoach operator guidance. The official website reports more than 850 installed machines serving customers in more than 100 countries, supported from its Arnhem headquarters and an international representative network. On 15 September 2026, Durst Group announced the planned acquisition of MPS, with operation as “MPS – A Durst Group Company” scheduled from 1 January 2027. The announcement remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals; the existing product, service and customer-support activities are to continue.
Products
EF next generation
Machinery
Fully automated EF flexographic press for continuous 24/7 production of labels and flexible packaging. The platform offers two automation levels, servo-controlled print pressure, Job Memory, Auto-Teach pre-register, Crisp.Dot technology and movable converting units on the Ultraflex Rail System. The current official page describes an extended web width up to 680mm and MPSConnect operational and management dashboards. Configuration and substrate-specific performance are confirmed with MPS.
Two automation levels
MPSConnect connectivity
EF Packaging
Machinery
The EF Packaging platform extends the EF series into flexible packaging and shrink-sleeve applications with a 26-inch web width. Its E-Sleeve technology and slide-out ink drawer support fast changeovers and reduced setup waste. Available functions include MPSConnect, VirtualCoach operator guidance, reverse-side printing with turner bars and lamination in one pass. Rotogravure and solvent-based flexo units can be configured for whites, metallics and special coatings.
26-inch web width
E-Sleeve and slide-out ink drawer
EF SYMJET
Machinery
Hybrid printing platform combining the MPS EF flexographic press with an integrated Domino digital inkjet unit. Printing and converting can be completed in one pass, combining digital flexibility with flexographic spot colours and additional applications. The product page describes Kyocera print heads at 600x600 dpi, up to six colours plus opaque white, together with Job Memory, AutoTeach and quick-change die-cutting. Digital and flexographic working widths depend on the chosen configuration.
Flexo + Domino inkjet
Printing and converting in one pass
EXL-Offset
Machinery
Combination press that brings offset sleeve printing together with flexographic technology. Variable sleeves for plates and blankets support different repeat lengths, while automated inking, press settings and Job Memory help shorten make-ready. The official specification states printing speeds up to 300 m/min. Optional flexo, gravure, screen, foiling, delamination/relamination, die-cutting and laminating units support a range of label and packaging applications.
Offset and flexo combination
Up to 300 m/min
EXL-Packaging
Machinery
Flexographic platform for narrow- to mid-web printers and converters processing a variety of packaging substrates. It combines automatic sleeve loading, Lean Inking and Automated Press Controls with flexible converting and drying options. The official product page specifies compatibility with UV, water-based and solvent-based inks. Screen, gravure, lamination, hot-foil and cold-foil units can be integrated according to the application.
UV, water-based and solvent inks
Automatic sleeve loading
MPSConnect
Software
MPSConnect combines press sensor data with operational and management insight to identify bottlenecks, waste, speed losses and uptime opportunities. The service includes an interactive benchmark monitor and VirtualCoach, an AI-driven operator tool providing real-time personalised guidance. The official page states that the benchmark monitor is available 24/7 with daily data updates and more than 20 KPIs; VirtualCoach feedback is updated every five seconds.
20+ performance indicators
VirtualCoach operator guidance