Degrava DP-8500, an interesting "Road Test"
08/08/2008
From an interview with Roberto Porreca, Dapo’s CEO, an important label maker in Silvi Marina, Italy
Dapo (www.dapo.it) is very popular in its region and is considered a reference in label production: the company was established in 1983 and has a very large customers base. During these years, technology has evolved while competences have widened as well as Dapo's production for labels, stickers and customized tesa film.
In order to grant continuity for the company's growth, Dapo has considered the opportunity to offer its customers cheaper prices for small print run using the new Degrava DP-8500. This strategic choice has been successful and with a small investment this machinery has allowed Dapo to rise in terms of competition, margins and turnover.
Roberto Porreca, Dapo's CEO, had immediately understood Degrava DP- 8500's real value and has decided to integrate it in the production cycles. This printer is indeed an unusual solution and Mr. Porreca has highlighted that: "Degrava DP-8500 start-up and integration didn't cause any problems; we just needed a short training for our specialists and we have been able to start production".
Mr. Porreca has also pointed out that most of the production was wine-related: 'We have produced many wine labels, all on natural papers with a great satisfaction for our customers. Degrava DP- 8500 has immediately found its role in Dapo's production and has emerged as the ideal solution for small print run and for all the instances where traditional machineries are not worthwhile'.
Regarding integration of a digital device in a traditional context, Mr. Porreca has commented: 'We expect digital printing as something stable and exact. Reality is different, as a matter of fact, there are factors that can bring variations and it is important to be aware of it. I refer to humidity and temperature. This is not a big problem with Degrava DP-8500. This machinery has great possibilities and we know that we can achieve our satisfactory results'.
