The strategic partnership between Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and Chinese manufacturer Masterwork Machinery Co. (MK) in the postpress sector for packaging printing has had a successful start. Heidelberg is using its global sales network to sell die cutters and folder gluers produced by Masterwork and additional machines for packaging production. It is also providing service support.

In just six months, over ten machines have been shipped to customers, primarily in Europe, reflecting the partnership’s success. The aim is to continuously increase the volume of business by progressively expanding the product portfolio. “By using MK products, we can meet the specific demands of our customers on the packaging market. They need the best machines for their individual requirements so as to ensure efficient and cost-effective folding carton production,” explains Harald Weimer, member of the Heidelberg Management Board responsible for global sales. “We offer customers what they need, whether from Heidelberg or a partner. In MK, we’ve found a partner that has impressed us with the quality of its production and innovative research and development. It is a partnership that more than meets our high expectations.”