The Nilpeter history
From a local service provider of newspaper presses in 1919 to a world leading press industry innovator
Established as a local service provider for newspaper presses in 1919, Nilpeter has grown into an international company with a truly global reach
Nilpeter has pushed the boundaries of technical excellence and created many of the innovations, that have shaped the label printing industry, i.e. development of UV-flexo printing, drop-in rotative screen printing, and the first true platform-based offset press, using sleeves in the offset process.
We continue to push the boundaries of technological excellence. Today, we offer a number of well-defined printing presses, making it simple for you to select the best press for your customers’ requirements. Expand this section and take a short stroll through time.
The Nilpeter story continues
Since 1919
Launch of new FB-14 & FB-17
Introducing the new FB-14 and FB-17 from Nilpeter – the Future of Flexographic Printing – a continuation of the successful FB-350 and 430.
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2023
Expansion of India facility
The Nilpeter facility in India is expanded with almost 3,000 sqm housing a new, large Technology Center, component store as well as increased assembly facilities.
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2023
Next generation of the Digital Varnish Bar
The latest generation of the High-Build InkJet Varnish Unit is introduced to the market. The unit is a
unique replacement for traditional high-build, spot varnish, and doming and is presented at Labelexpo Europe 2023.
2023
FP-5 Flatbed Unit for hot foil and embossing is launched
The FP-5 is launched as the perfect embellishment solution for Wine & Spirits, and offers a high quality of inline hot foil and embossing,
2022
The MO-Line FUSION is introduced
The MO-Line FUSION is introduced, merging Nilpeter’s successful flexo platform and value-adding units with modern offset technology.
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2021
The first FA-26
The first FA-26, built for value-added short run flexible packaging and labels, is installed in North America.
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2020
100th Anniversary
Nilpeter celebrates its 100th anniversary. Established in Copenhagen in 1919 – Nilpeter has since grown into an international company with a global reach.
2019
Further expansion
Nilpeter establishes a brand new, state-of-the-art production plant in India. Nilpeter Latin America opens new regional headquarters in Sao Paolo, Brazil.
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2018
The new FA is launched
Nilpeter launches The All New FA, while streamlining and upgrading production facilities in both Denmark and USA.
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2017
PANORAMA is launched
Nilpeter launches the complete digital solution PANORAMA.
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2015
Expansion in East Africa
Nilpeter East Africa is established with headquarters in Uganda.
2014
New Technology Center in India
Nilpeter India opens the Technology Center in Chennai, India
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2013
Introducing the FA-4 and FB-3
Nilpeter Andean in Peru is established covering Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. The groundbreaking FA-4* and FB-3 are introduced.
2012
New innovation within embossing and hot foiling
The FP-4 Flatbed Unit for embossing and hot foiling is introduced.
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2011
Technology Center opens in Denmark
Nilpeter opens the Technology Center in Denmark. The center’s 700 square metres form a unique platform where innovations and emerging technologies are demonstrated in practical business applications
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2010
Further innovations and new Technology Center
The GP-4 Gravure Unit is introduced. Nilpeter establishes Nilpeter Middle East in Dubai. Nilpeter USA Inc. opens the Technology Center in Cincinnati, OH.
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2009
Nilpeter introduces the Joint Venture company Nilpeter India Pvt. Ltd
The FB-Line is launched at Labelexpo Americas in Chicago with great success, and Nilpeter USA Inc. expands its production facilities. Nilpeter introduces the Joint Venture company Nilpeter India Pvt. Ltd. – the first Nilpeter manufacturing base for outside of Europe and the Americas.
2008
Nilpeter establishes local production of the FBR-Line in São Paulo, Brazil
Nilpeter establishes local production of the FBR-Line in São Paulo, Brazil. At Labelexpo Europe Nilpeter introduces its “People-to-People” concept, and launches both the revolutionary sleeve-based offset platform press, MO-4 and the CASLON – a four colour InkJet based combination print concept.
2007
The FB-Line goes servo
The FB-Line goes servo at Labelexpo, Chicago, increasing its value for money as the industry’s quality workhorse. More than ten FB presses are sold during the four exhibition days.
2006
At Labelexpo in Brussels, the FA-Line is launched in various formats
At Labelexpo in Brussels, the FA-Line is launched in various formats. Utilising cutting-edge technology, the FA-Line features direct servo-drives, chill drums, and advanced IT to provide incredibly competitive multi-substrate printing.
2005
Nilpeter acquires Rotopress in Cincinnati, USA
Nilpeter acquires the esteemed company Rotopress in Cincinnati, USA, and establishes a solid platform in the Pan-American markets. The popular FB-Line is introduced.
2001
Nilpeter introduces its “TOTAL PERFORMANCE” concept
Nilpeter introduces its well-defined “TOTAL PERFORMANCE” concept – designed to handle multiple printing techniques, web widths, substrates, and solutions with ease. New sales offices are opened in Thailand (Bangkok) and China (Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Shenzhen)
2000
The world’s first true platform press is launched
A number of large presses are launched. The F-200 and B-200 models become the basis for building the new, wider F-3000 and B-3000 presses.
In 1992, all activities are centralised in Slagelse, where new production facilities were established in the mid-80s.
In 1994, Nilpeter launches the world’s first true platform press, the MO-3300, by combining offset, flexo, gravure, and screen printing. The technology became the preferred choice with global brand owners for years to come.
Nilpeter develops UV-flexo, offering the ability to combine this with conventional flexo printing.
A joint venture is formed with Stork in Holland to develop a rotary screen printing system.
In 1996, Nilpeter moves into digital printing through an alliance with Xeikon in Belgium, and introduces the DL-3300 Computer-To-Plate Direct Imaging system.
THE 90S
3rd generation, Lars Eriksen takes over the leadership of Nilpeter
A letterpress Rotolabel B-200 is introduced – now the same paper size, dies, and tools can be used in both this and the S-330.
In 1981, Nilpeter’s 2nd generation Managing Director A. Eriksen passes away. His son, Lars Eriksen, takes over the leadership of the company.
Nilpeter’s new manufacturing plant is built. It quickly becomes famous for its innovative design – no interior walls in the manufacturing hall and no closed doors nor offices.
THE 80S
Production moves to Slagelse – an international sales organisation is established
Production moves to Slagelse, outside of Copenhagen, and an international sales organisation is established.
A new version of the Simplex, named the S-330, is introduced as a combi-press (letterpress and screen), capable of producing highly sophisticated labels.
Nilpeter launches its very first full rotary flexo press, the Rotolabel F-200. It becomes a milestone in the development of flexo presses and continues to form the basis of flexo rotary printing presses today.
THE 60S AND 70s
The Viking Dominator is developed and marketed
The Simplex press is re-launched as a semi-rotary letter printing press to print tickets (the labels of the day).
Another press, the Viking Dominator, is developed and marketed.
THE 40S AND 50S
Nilpeter’s first press, the Simplex, is launched
The Simplex, Nilpeter’s first press, is launched – it remains part of the range until the 70s. With gummed paper, Nilpeter evolves from a pure service workshop to a developer and manufacturer of specialised presses.
THE 20S AND 30S
Nilpeter is founded
C.A. Nielsen and A.N. Petersen met at a pub in Copenhagen, Denmark, and found the company Nilpeter, originally named C.A. Nielsen & Petersens Maskinfabriker A/S.
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1919
