Celebrating closer connections and better service in Tilisi and Dar es Salaam

    3/12/2024

    With the festive openings of two state-of-the-art factories in Tilisi, Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Skanem Africa is expanding its footprint across East Africa. We remain committed to enhancing customer service through innovative and sustainable solutions.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa

    Skanem Africa’s commitment to sustainability

    5/11/2024

    Investing in green technology and eco-friendly solutions lies at the core of Skanem Africa's sustainability efforts. However, our approach to sustainability is far-reaching, emphasizing the importance of circularity and community to achieve our sustainability goals.

    Topics: Sustainable packaging Kenya, Label manufacturer Africa

    Skanem Africa expands operations with Uganda warehouse

    16/10/2024

    Skanem Africa’s new warehouse facility in Namanve, Kampala, Uganda officially opened on 1 October 2024. With its strategic placement, it will enable swifter label deliveries across East Africa.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa

    How Kenya's label manufacturing industry is evolving

    20/08/2024

    The current state of Kenya’s label manufacturing industry is changing, partially driven by regional growth and rising consumer demand. Despite recent stagnation, expanding manufacturing units and the need for diverse labelling applications across different sectors show promising market potential.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa

    Brand new label factory in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    6/08/2024

    Exciting developments are happening for Skanem Africa in the East African region. Our new labelling factory in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, opened for operations in late July 2024. The aim is to provide better services in closer proximity to all of our customers and expand to new markets throughout the region.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa

    Packaging and labelling: Avoiding blame-shifting after product launch

    4/06/2024

    Whenever multiple manufacturing companies collaborate on a new product, misunderstandings are more likely to occur. Working in one place, as one unit, can facilitate better coordination and lead to a more desirable product outcome.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa, Labels Africa

    How to differentiate your labelling and packaging from the crowd

    21/05/2024

    With smart labelling formats, inviting textures, and strategic design elements, you'll be able to demand customers' attention and trigger their curiosity – straight from the shelves of any African store.

    Topics: Label design, Labels Kenya, Label manufacturer Kenya, Label manufacturer Africa, Labels Africa

    5 elements to consider before designing your new labels

    30/04/2024

    Creating a new product label can be an intricate process. Not only should the label resonate with your brand identity, but also captivate consumers. However, there are several key factors you should be aware of to help you ensure a successful outcome.

    Topics: Label Printer Kenya, Label manufacturer Africa, Label Printer Africa, Labels Africa

    How digitalization and IIoT is changing the printing industry

    16/04/2024

    The influence of IIoT is expanding and steadily making its way into the printing industry. However, conventional presses and ancillary machines in most commercial printing facilities are not fully compatible with Industry 4.0 standards. To enable more efficient label printing methods, a full digital transformation where IIoT can be integrated with existing equipment is required.

    Topics: Label manufacturer Africa

    The future of barcodes is square: Are you ready to transition to QR codes?

    12/03/2024

    All one-dimensional (1D) barcodes will be phased out and replaced with two-dimensional (2D) barcodes by the end of 2027. Brand owners that haven’t already transitioned to QR codes for all labelling purposes should start the process as soon as possible.

    Topics: Label Supply Chain, Label manufacturer Africa, Variable Information Printing

    About The Skanem Blog Africa

    Keep up to date on the latest labelling and packaging trends and possibilities – from materials, colours and design – to branding, cost and supply chain optimization. Sustainability and innovation are strong driving forces for Skanem Africa, and we hope it’s an important part of your product development as well. We've gathered our industry experts to share practical experience on The Skanem Blog Africa to hopefully help you develop the very best label and packaging solutions for your products.

     

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