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Micropress has acquired a new Muller Martini Primera Pro stitching line to expand its capacity and efficiency across operations
Micropress has further strengthened its finishing capabilities with the acquisition of a Muller Martini Primera Pro stitching line, in order to expand capacity and efficiency across its operations.
The new Muller Martini showroom model comes equipped with six stations, a cover feeder, and stream feeders designed to maximise productivity.
The nearly £1m kit investment will sit alongside Micropress’s existing Primera Pro and a Horizon StitchLiner.
The Primera Pro also features one- and two-hole punching ideal for calendars, school workbooks, and ring binder materials. The new line replaces an older stitcher and is fully operational as of the end of February.
Micropress production director, Paul Coby, says: “The new line improves productivity through its stream feeders and provides much needed stitching capacity during our busiest periods.
“As a showroom model, it’s a high-specification line with all the features we expect from a state-of-the-art system.”
Micropress, which specialises in brochures, magazines, catalogues, and leaflets, recently launched a new online print platform, Press Print, allowing customers to order stitched and bound print products.
Micropress currently employs around 200 people from its base in Reydon, Suffolk. Following reported record sales in 2025, the company is forecasting a turnover of £34m in 2026.
Micropress joint managing director, Rob Cross, adds: “This addition comes at an exciting time for Micropress, with the launch of Press Print and continued growth in our traditional print business. We also anticipate a greater foothold in the school workbook market, thanks to the new two-hole punch capability.”
