Where labels click
Avocet Scales & Labels has evolved from printing scale labels to commanding a leading position in South Africa’s premium label market, driven through strategic decisions, technical foresight and a trusted partnership with ROTOCON. Together, they have transformed precision into performance – and presses into a symphony of innovation. Step inside Avocet today, and the production […]
Pinetown perseverance: Blue Print’s story, printed bold
Two brothers, one temperamental single-colour press and a grandfather’s garage in Pinetown. That’s how the story of Blue Print Labelling began. Today, it’s a story of scale, grit and growth – capped by the installation of a ROTOCON CHROME RFP 450, the machine that signals both ambition and arrival. THE vibration of machines has always […]
Cutting costs, not corners
DIES drive precision in label and packaging production where sharpness and accuracy can make or break a run. Yet they’re often overlooked until problems arise. ROTOCON has long championed the philosophy that proper die maintenance is both an operational necessity and a competitive advantage. ‘All too often, companies underestimate the complexity of die manufacturing,’ says […]
Forty, fierce and flourishing: Avvo Labels’ legacy
Celebrating four decades of innovation, resilience and family-driven leadership, Avvo Labels, under managing director Virosha Pillay, demonstrates how a local South African business can thrive on creativity, sustainability and cutting-edge print technology. FROM the hum of presses to the gleam of freshly printed labels, Durban-based Avvo Labels exudes a steady confidence that only comes from […]
ROTOCON champions excellence as Silver Sponsor of The GAPP Awards 2026
We’re excited to announce that ROTOCON will once again be a Silver Sponsor for our prestigious GAPP Awards 2026. As a global leader providing tailor-made solutions for the label printing and packaging industry, ROTOCON’s commitment to excellence and innovation is a perfect fit for The GAPP Awards. With headquarters in Cape Town and branches in […]
ROTOCON raises the South African flag at Labelexpo
As Labelexpo Europe 2025 kicks off, ROTOCON will once again demonstrate why it’s one of South Africa’s most trusted label and packaging technology partners. With a powerhouse line-up of global principals in tow, the team is heading to Barcelona not only to observe trends, but to shape the conversations and technologies defining the future of […]
Label power: precision, performance, perfection
ROTOCON is redefining label production through precision, speed and trusted partnerships. With EyeC, Wink, Erhardt+Leimer and Domino, it’s not just about technology – it’s about perfection, powered by trust. In the relentless pursuit of perfection, ROTOCON doesn’t just sell machines – it builds ecosystems of excellence. The company’s philosophy is simple but powerful: when quality, […]
Service, not just sales: ROTOCON’s support legacy
ROTOCON’s success hasn’t been the result of one or two visionary individuals – it’s the outcome of a deeply collaborative effort. From sales and service to logistics, training and administration, every member of the team plays a role in keeping the presses running and customers supported. The company has built its reputation on the strength […]
Sharpening the edge
In label and narrow web production, where milliseconds matter and microns make the difference, die cutting is no longer just about cutting shapes – it’s about cutting waste, costs and complexity. Article featured in PPM For Patrick Aengenvoort, director of print technology specialist ROTOCON, the revolution is already here, driven by intelligent automation, precision engineering and […]
ROTOCON brings world-stage label tech to Africa
When the doors of hall 7 swung open at the Johannesburg Expo Centre on 11 March, ROTOCON warmly welcomed Africa’s print, packaging and labelling industry with bold energy and open arms. At Propak Africa, its stand wasn’t just a display –it was a showstopper. And the company commanded every second of it. Positioned right at […]