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Ipex 2006 has announced an important change to its halls layout, in a move to provide a higher profile for paper converting and packaging production. Originally located in Hall 5, these functions have now been transferred to Halls 1, 2 and 3 as part of an integrated Post-press area. Ipex 2006 will take place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK, from April 4 to 11 next year.

Commenting on the decision, exhibition director Trevor Crawford says: "As the lines between post-press and converting are becoming increasingly blurred, we’ve been working closely with exhibitors to find the best solution in terms of location.

"The decision to move to Halls 1, 2 and 3 will also benefit visitors to Ipex 2006 by providing them with an end-to-end representation of the print and packaging industry in a single area".

The halls will showcase the complete packaging workflow, with flexographic printing, die-cutting, folding and gluing, corrugated and board conversion, inspection and accessories all in one zone.

An area in excess of 20,000sqm is available and 61 per cent of this has already been reserved by names such as Bobst, Bielomatic, Ashe Converting, Körber Paperlink and Winkler & Dunnebier.

Further announcements will be made over the coming months about special features at Ipex 2006 for this sector to highlight innovations and enhance the visitor experience.