Omet Named Printpac Official Distributor for UK and Ireland
Label and packaging converters now have direct access to Omet's modular press technology through Printpac.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Consumer Goods
Omet has appointed Printpac as its official distributor for the UK and Ireland. The move provides local converters access to Omet's narrow and mid-web printing and converting machinery.
Why it matters
The partnership creates a localized supply and support channel for Omet’s integrated printing systems. It allows regional firms to source machinery that performs printing, finishing, and converting in a single pass through a dedicated regional representative.
The partnership leverages 60 years of modular press manufacturing expertise from Omet alongside the 25 years of industry experience held by the Printpac lead. This deal establishes a new official distribution footprint across the UK and Ireland.
The players
Omet
An Italian manufacturer headquartered in Molteno with 60 years of experience producing modular press platforms.
Printpac
A distributor providing local sales and support services for printing and converting machinery.
Neil Stephenson
The partnership lead at Printpac with 25 years of experience in the UK printing industry.
The details
Printpac will provide local sales and technical support for Omet’s narrow and mid-web printing and converting machinery. The equipment is designed to consolidate printing, finishing, and converting steps into a single pass, aiming to streamline production cycles for packaging and label manufacturers.
Timeline
September 22, 2026: Omet announced the appointment of Printpac as distributor.
Market Landscape
This appointment follows the broader industry movement to integrate finishing and converting steps into single-pass modular press workflows. The partnership effectively mirrors the trend of equipment manufacturers localizing technical support to maintain market share in fragmented regions.
Converters in the UK and Ireland should evaluate if their current machinery maintenance and procurement workflows can be improved by Printpac's local support. Assess your existing press platforms against Omet's single-pass capabilities to determine if upgrading offers a clear path to reduced cycle times.
The takeaway
The partnership prioritizes local accessibility to high-end modular press technology for regional converters. Operators should benchmark their current pass-through efficiency against single-pass integrated systems to determine if a shift in machinery procurement is required.
Further reading
For more on industry shifts in equipment sourcing, see Consumer Goods.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Labelsandlabeling.
