Metal decorating innovator Hinterkopf has earned international acclaim following the selection of its DX Series direct-to-shape digital printing line as a finalist for the 2026 PMMI Technology Excellence Award in the Food & Beverage category.

The nomination highlights the accelerating industry transition toward direct-to-shape digital printing for metal cans, bottles, and tubes. Designed to bridge high-volume industrial output with digital flexibility, the Hinterkopf DX Series allows packaging manufacturers and brand owners to capitalise on faster time-to-market, cost-effective short runs, high-definition graphics, and mass-customisation options without sacrificing line speed.

Industry recognition from PMMI underscores the commercial viability and growing demand for digital decoration technology across the global metal packaging ecosystem.

“For us, this nomination is more than an award, it is a testament to the innovative strength of our team and the trust of our customers worldwide,” the company stated in an announcement.

The winners of the PMMI Technology Excellence Awards will be determined by industry votes, recognising breakthrough solutions that drive efficiency, sustainability, and flexibility across processing and packaging operations.