27 Dec 2024

EMEA News

  • Color Concepts appoints new Global Sales Manager Color Concepts appoints Roeland den Hertog as Global Sales Manager.

    With a Bachelor of Science in Sport Marketing and Management, Roeland den Hertog, now 26 years young, gained a lot of sales experience over the last 6 years. He developed his skills at BMW where he started first as a Consultant and worked his way up as an Account Manager in fleet sales. His main focus was building relationships with large international corporates.

  • Durst Group and Color Concepts announce partnership Color Concepts becomes premium partner for Durst Professional Services.

    Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital production technologies, and Color Concepts, an independent professional services provider for the digital wide format printing industry, have announced a partnership.

  • K-D Hermann GmbH installs first HP Indigo Digital Press K-D Hermann GmbH contact Labelling Systems installs first HP Indigo Digital Press.

    K-D Hermann GmbH contact Labelling Systems acts on the changed order situation in label printing and installs its first digital printing machine, the HP Indigo 6900.

  • FESPA Global Print Expo 2020: Where Colour Comes Alive FESPA Global Print Expo 2020: Where Colour Comes Alive.

    FESPA has launched its visitor campaign for FESPA Global Print Expo 2020 and its co-located exhibitions, European Sign Expo 2020 and Sportswear Pro 2020, which will take place from 24th to 27th March 2020 at IFEMA – Feria de Madrid, Spain.

  • Guandong presents OWV-polyester film for glass applications Guandong presents OWV-polyester, the third generation film for glass applications.

    Guandong is confirmed as the Specialty Specialist, with the presentation of the new OWV-polyester, the latest novelty for applications on glass.

  • Jet Press 750S awarded Fogra certification for contract proofing Jet Press 750S awarded Fogra certification for contract proofing.

    Accreditation makes Fujifilm’s third generation B2 inkjet press both the world’s fastest contract proofing device and the world’s only production press certified for contract proofing.

  • Germark acquires an HP Indigo 6900 at Labelexpo 2019 Germark acquires an HP Indigo 6900 at Labelexpo 2019 to improve flexibility, productivity and profitability.

    Barcelona-based converter Germark has signed today at Labelexpo Europe 2019 for an HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press to continue to drive innovation in the labelling market.

  • GMG receives “Award for Innovation” GMG receives “Award for Innovation”.

    The German-based manufacturer was able to prevail against four competitors at this year’s Label Industry Global Awards and take home the “Award for Innovation (for companies with up to 300 employees)” for its GMG Calibration Creation Wizard.

  • Aro Spa acquires an HP Indigo 6900 at Labelexpo 2019 Aro Spa acquires an HP Indigo 6900 at Labelexpo 2019 to meet customer demands.

    Italian paper manufacturer Aro Spa has acquired an HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press at Labelexpo 2019 to fit its growing customer needs.

  • Dokument-Tarra Oy of Finland chooses HP Indigo 6900 Press Dokument-Tarra Oy of Finland chooses HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press.

    Dokument-Tarra Oy, a Finland-based label converter, has chosen the HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press to deliver innovative and more sustainable printing services to the Finnish market, including HP’s breakthrough silver ElectroInk.

  • Open Print drives productivity in retail with EFI VUTEk h5 Open Print drives productivity in retail display graphics with EFI VUTEk h5 hybrid printer.

    Electronics For Imaging, Inc. announced that one of its customers, Barcelona-based business Open Print, has transformed its production operations leveraging the many quality, productivity and sustainability advantages that the EFI VUTEk h5 hybrid flatbed/roll-to-roll superwide-format LED inkjet printer offers.

  • Winners revealed at 16th Label Industry Global Awards Winners revealed at 16th Label Industry Global Awards.

    Avery Dennison, Esko, and GMG were among the category winners honored at this year’s prestigious Label Industry Global Awards, which took place on 24 September at Brussels Expo, Belgium, the first night of Labelexpo Europe 2019.

  • Avery wins Sustainability Award for recycled PET liner Avery Dennison wins Sustainability Award for recycled PET liner.

    Avery Dennison won the Environmental and Sustainability Award for its recycled PET (rPET) liner at the 2019 Label Industry Global Awards ceremony held in Brussels, Belgium.

  • Esko Print Control Wizard wins top industry innovation award Esko Print Control Wizard wins top industry innovation award.

    The state-of-the-art Print Control Wizard from Esko continues to earn praise and recognition from across the industry, as the software scooped the coveted ‘Award for Innovation’ at the Label Industry Global Awards last night (Tuesday), presented at Labelexpo Europe in Brussels, Belgium.

  • Durst announces new label workflow and prepress software Dedicated software, a new modular production press and specialist inks are among more ‘firsts’ for Durst at Labelexpo 2019.

    Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, has announced major expansions with its leading-edge RSC platform of UV inkjet label presses.

  • HP Indigo Secure Studio powered by Agfa debut at Labelexpo HP Indigo and Agfa introduce variable design solution for brand protection and security printing. HP Indigo Secure Studio powered by Agfa makes debut at Labelexpo.

    HP Indigo and Agfa today announced at Labelexpo 2019 a unique variable design security solution for brand protection and security printing. HP Indigo Secure Studio Powered by Agfa creates unique graphic designs with endless variations.

  • Canon hosts Future Promotion Forum This week Canon is hosting its second Future Promotion Forum at its Customer Experience Centre in Poing.

    This week Canon is hosting its second Future Promotion Forum at its Customer Experience Centre in Poing (24th September 2019 – Germany), followed by Production Printing Business Days (25th/26th September).

  • Fujifilm unveils five new products at Labelexpo Europe 2019 Fujifilm unveils five new products at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    A new Flenex water-washable plate, processor and water treatment system, a new LED UV curing system and inks, and a new imprinting system are all being showcased by Fujifilm at Labelexpo this year.

  • Esko gives ArtiosCAD users trial of preflight functionality Esko gives ArtiosCAD users exclusive trial of new preflight functionality ahead of 2020 launch.

    Esko, a leading provider of integrated technology solutions for packaging professionals, is giving users of its market-leading ArtiosCAD structural design software the opportunity to trial its innovative new preflight functionality in its latest release.

  • Record-breaking 3D for Weerg The largest EMEA order of HP Jet Fusion 5210 systems scored. Record-breaking 3D for Weerg.

    Weerg pushes the accelerator and sets a new record. Just over three months after the launch of the new HP Jet Fusion 5210 series, the Italian e-commerce company that offers CNC and 3D machining, has acquired 6 3D industrial printers, 3 of those were already operating at the Gardigiano headquarters.

  • Roland DG announces new LV Series Laser Engravers Roland DG Announces New LV Series Laser Engravers  for Profitable New Business Opportunities.

    Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters worldwide, today announced the launch in the EMEA region1 of the LV series laser engravers: the 29” (736 mm) LV-290 and 18” (457 mm) LV-180.

  • Roland DG launches VersaUV LEF2-300 UV flatbed printer Roland DG Launches VersaUV LEF2-300 Benchtop UV Flatbed Printer for Advanced Versatile and Productive Customisation.

    Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, today announced the launch in the EMEA region* of the VersaUV LEF2-300 benchtop UV flatbed printer; the latest model in the popular range of LEF2 series benchtop UV printers.

  • Epson celebrates award win for sustainability Epson celebrates Keypoint Intelligence PaceSetter award for sustainability.

    Epson has been awarded a Keypoint Intelligence – Buyers Lab PaceSetter award for sustainability as part of the testing lab’s recognition of manufacturers advancing environmental initiatives.

  • Roland DG to bring ‘WOW’ factor to Labelexpo 2019 Roland DG to bring ‘Wow’ factor to Labelexpo with unique on demand solutions.

    Brand owners wishing to engage with customers on a personal level have created a growing need for the on demand production of small runs, micro-lots and even one-off labels, packaging, and custom decorated items.

  • HP and Karlville show disruptive pouch production at Labelexpo HP and Karlville Disrupt Pouch Production  Turnkey solution for HP Indigo digital flexible packaging debuts at Labelexpo 2019.

    At Labelexpo 2019, HP and Karlville will introduce a complete solution for HP Indigo flexible packaging production. The new launch is set to break the production paradigm with a one-day pouch production process optimized for HP Indigo digital press printing.

  • eurolaser celebrates anniversary with in-house exhibition eurolaser celebrates its company anniversary with in-house exhibition.

    On 11th and 12th September, the INNOVATION DAYS took place at eurolaser GmbH in Lüneburg.

  • Avery Dennison explores the future of labeling at Labelexpo Avery Dennison explores the future of labeling in "A World of Imagination" at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    Avery Dennison will feature new service platforms designed to inspire labeling innovation in their “World of Imagination”, one of four worlds of discovery at Labelexpo Europe 2019, Sept. 24 27, 2019.

  • Esko to showcase cloud-based innovations at Labelexpo Esko to showcase cloud-based innovations as part of ‘Labels Connected’ exhibit at Labelexpo.

    Esko will demonstrate exactly why it is a leading global provider of integrated solutions for label professionals when the company showcases its software, hardware and cloud-based innovations under the banner ‘Labels Connected’ at this month’s Labelexpo.

  • Esko Share & Approve compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5. Esko Share & Approve is now compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5.

    The Ghent Workgroup is happy to announce that Esko Share & Approve has perfectly passed a critical test for determining quality displaying of PDF/X-4 documents and is now fully compliant with the Ghent PDF Output Suite 5.

  • Marabu at Inprint 2019 At Inprint 2019, the ink manufacturer Marabu will be demonstrating its technical know-how with flexible solutions and printing inks.

    At Inprint 2019, the ink manufacturer Marabu will be demonstrating its technical know-how with flexible solutions and printing inks that are perfectly tailored to complex manufacturing processes.

  • CHILI hires Fabian Prudhomme as Global VP Sales & Alliances CHILI publish onboards Fabian Prudhomme as Global Vice President Sales & Alliances.

    CHILI publish, creator of market-leading software for smart artwork and marketing material creation, is excited to welcome Fabian Prudhomme to the team.

  • Avery Dennison names Robyn Buma VP of Global Procurement Avery Dennison announces the promotion of Robyn Buma to vice president of global procurement for the company’s Label and Graphic Materials and Industrial and Healthcare Materials segments.

    Avery Dennison announces the promotion of Robyn Buma to vice president of global procurement for the company’s Label and Graphic Materials and Industrial and Healthcare Materials segments.

  • Hybrid launches new Mimaki SWJ-320EA at The Print Show Hybrid launches new Mimaki SWJ-320EA super-wide solvent printer at The Print Show.

    Mimaki’s UK and Irish distributor, Hybrid Services is set to reveal the brand new Mimaki SWJ-320EA super-wide eco-solvent printer for its European debut at The Print Show, following the machine’s global launch at FESPA Africa 2019.

  • Mimaki drive cost-effective print with SWJ-320EA superwide With the SWJ-320EA now available in EMEA, this cost-effective large format solvent printer can be seen in action this week at FESPA Africa 2019.

    Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems, today announces that it will showcase its innovative, cost-effective SWJ-320EA large format solvent printer at FESPA Africa 2019 (Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa – 11-13 September 2019).

  • Karibu receives outstanding energy efficiency Following in the footprints of the swissQprint Nyala flatbed printer, the new Karibu roll to roll printer is the latest model to undergo tests as specified by the ISO 20690 standard.

    Following in the footprints of the swissQprint Nyala flatbed printer, the new Karibu roll to roll printer is the latest model to undergo tests as specified by the ISO 20690 standard. The result once again: outstanding energy efficiency.

  • Epson SureColor SC-F9400H dye-sub printer offers fluorescent ink The SureColor SC-F9400H and SC-F9400 build on the success of the  F-Series and offer customers greater print flexibility.

    Epson has announced two 64-inch, dye-sublimation printers, the SureColor SC-F9400H and the SC-F9400. The printers have been developed primarily for fast, high-volume printing, for clothing, textiles and soft signage, as well as other printed merchandise.

  • The Print Show to offer free PVC banner recycling with Soyang The Print Show to provide exhibitors free PVC banner recycling with Soyang.

    Printable material manufacturer and distributor Soyang Europe and waste management specialists, Blue Castle Group are to collaborate with the organisers of this month’s The Print Show, to offer free PVC recycling for all exhibitors.

  • Avery's recently launched sustainable solutions at Labelexpo Avery Dennison offers sustainability without sacrifice in 'A Sustainable World' at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    Global materials science and manufacturing company Avery Dennison will feature new and recently launched sustainable solutions at Labelexpo Europe, September 24-27, 2019.

  • Mimaki pave the way to luxury green packaging at Luxe Pack 2019 Mimaki Paving the Way to Luxury, Green Packaging at Luxe Pack 2019.

    Luxury packaging will be in Mimaki Europe’s sights at Luxe Pack 2019 (Grimaldi Forum, Monaco – September 30 - October 2).

  • Esko launches Share & Approve cloud-based software Esko launches Share & Approve cloud-based software to boost approval speeds for packaging and labels.

    Share & Approve is a new and unique approval tool from Esko. The software runs as a service on Esko cloud architecture and enables users of Automation Engine to upload, share, annotate and approve packaging and labels jobs in 2D and hyper realistic 3D.

  • Daniele Faoro is the new CEO of Guandong Guandong has achieved exponential growth since it was founded in 2007, building a distribution network that now covers 36 countries.

    Daniele Faoro is the new CEO of Guandong, an Italian company - recognised and valued across Europe - specialising in the production and distribution of materials for digital printing and visual communication, with particular focus on interior decoration and instore promotion.

  • Avery to demonstrate 'A Connected World' at Labelexpo Europe Avery Dennison store of the future to transport visitors into 'A Connected World' at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    Avery Dennison will take visitors to Labelexpo Europe on a journey through the industries being transformed by intelligent labels as they join live RFID and NFC demonstrations and immerse themselves in the next evolution of shopping.

  • Esko unveils partnerships across Labelexpo 2019 Esko unveils partnerships across Labelexpo 2019 as countdown begins.

    With Labelexpo Europe 2019 now just weeks away, Esko, a global provider of integrated solutions for label professionals, has revealed partnerships with more than 20 other exhibitors at the Brussels event.

  • Innotech expand further into Europe with new office in Italy Display hardware and super-wide format media distributor, Innotech Digital, has today announced the opening of their new offices in Italy.

    Display hardware and super-wide format media distributor, Innotech Digital, has today announced the opening of their new offices in Italy.

  • Sentec International introduces textile based floor graphic media Sentec International introduces textile based floor graphic media.

    Taylor Floortex is a floor graphic media with a unique, secure and durable slip resistant imaging surface based on a polyester fabric.

  • Neschen Coating Print'n'Walk film provides perfect adhesion New floor graphics film provides extreme adhesive strength on difficult substrates.

    Wherever UV print'n'walk power-tack is applied to, the floor graphics film provides perfect adhesion. The new product from Neschen Coating is a true all-rounder when it comes to application to difficult surfaces: From concrete, wood or carpet to pavement or other surfaces – this high-tack film is a top choice.

  • Walki upgrades green solutions for the OOH advertising sector Walki upgrades green solutions for the Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising sector.

    Walki is introducing upgrades of its Walki Print Media XXL family of products for sustainable out of home advertising billboards.

  • The Hinojosa Group purchase new EFI Nozomi C18000 The Hinojosa Group Purchases a New EFI Nozomi Digital Printer for Cartonajes Bernabéu.

    The Hinojosa Group, one of the leading manufacturers of corrugated cardboard in Spain, is continuing to expand its single-pass digital printing capacity with the new EFI Nozomi C18000 for Cartonajes Bernabéu, the group's largest production plant, with installation expected in September.

  • Conference Programme and Consultancy Corner at InPrint 2019 InPrint Munich 2019: Conference Programme and Consultancy Corner inspire successful integration of print technology in production processes.

    From 12 to 14 November 2019, InPrint Munich, the International Exhibition of Print Technology for Industrial Manufacturing, will present some of the most innovative technologies and approaches for successfully integrating print applications into the production of industrial and consumer goods.

  • Avery Dennison 'World of Science' at Labelexpo Europe 2019 Avery Dennison 'World of Science' to showcase breakthrough technology at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    Visitors to Labelexpo Europe 2019 will be the first to learn about the newest Avery Dennison breakthrough technology, to be launched at the show, which runs Sept. 24-27 at Brussels Expo in Belgium.

  • Kongsberg with CorruSpeed - 50% gains on corrugated finishing Achieve up to 50% corrugated finishing productivity boost with new Esko Dual Heavy Duty Unit and CorruSpeed tool.

    The latest Kongsberg digital cutting and creasing innovation from Esko, a global provider of integrated hardware and software solutions for the packaging, label and wide format sectors, makes it possible for corrugated converters to cut, crease and perforate jobs without the need to change tools, boosting finishing productivity by up to 50%.

  • Quarmby Colour installs EFI VUTEk h3 LED hybrid printer Quarmby Colour installs EFI VUTEk h3 LED Hybrid Printer for high-end quality and productivity.

    Quarmby Colour has installed an EFI VUTEk h3 LED hybrid flatbed/roll-to-roll inkjet printer from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. The Leeds, England-based printing company is using the 3.2-metre wide production device to drive higher throughput and superior print quality in its display graphics operations.

  • Nazdar announce EMEA launch of 204 Series digital inks Nazdar 204 Series inks are impressing TrueVIS users with quality and cost-savings.

    Since Nazdar Ink Technologies announced the EMEA product launch of its 204 Series digital imaging inks, customers have been impressed with the quality of output and cost-savings gained by making the switch to the alternative ink range.

  • Durst to demonstrate updated Tau RSC portfolio at Labelexpo Durst to unveil more groundbreaking innovations and show live demonstrations of the updated Tau RSC portfolio at Labelexpo 2019.

    Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, will launch and present groundbreaking innovations and show live demonstrations of the updated Tau RSC portfolio – including the launch of a new model – on its stand C50 in Hall 9 at Labelexpo 2019 in Brussels, Belgium, from 24-27 September.

  • swissQprint announce live demonstrations at Fachpack 2019 swissQprint announce live demonstrations at Fachpack 2019.

    UV inkjet printers deliver high-quality prototypes, samples and short runs for packaging and displays. swissQprint, the Swiss manufacturer of large format printers, will showcase these products at Fachpack 2019: Nuremberg Exhibition Centre, Hall 8, Stand 520.

  • Esko to showcase 'Labels Connected' solutions at Labelexpo Esko to showcase powerful 'Labels Connected' solutions at Labelexpo 2019.

    Leading global provider of integrated hardware and software solutions for label professionals, Esko will showcase its portfolio of innovative products at this year’s Labelexpo Europe.

  • Weerg installs ProX SLS 6100 printer by 3D Systems Weerg announces installation of the ProX SLS 6100 printer by 3D Systems.

    New reinforcement of Weerg's additive manufacturing department announcing the installation of the ProX SLS 6100 printer by 3D Systems.

  • Spotlight on Canapa Paper Technologies at ITMA 2019 Canapa Paper Technologies was in the spotlight for the textile manufacturers at ITMA 2019 with smart sublimation papers.

    CANAPA Paper Technologies, which participated in ITMA Fair for the first time this year, introduced its range of sublimation papers developed and renewed in accordance with the requirements of textile manufacturers, to the visitors from all over the world.

  • Marabu to showcase a portfolio of inks at K 2019 At the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, German ink manufacturer Marabu will be presenting products that open up entirely new possibilities.

    K 2019 is opening its doors as the entire industry faces serious pressure: plastic must become more sustainable. At the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, German ink manufacturer Marabu will be presenting products that open up entirely new possibilities.

  • EFI sells 4th Reggiani BOLT textile printer at ITMA 2019 What a success at ITMA 2019! EFI Reggiani sells fourth Reggiani BOLT single-pass textile printer.

    Electronics For Imaging, Inc. honoured the first four EFI Reggiani BOLT customers for moving to the leading edge of high-volume digital textile production with the groundbreaking, new ultra-high-speed single-pass digital textile printer.

  • Esko ArtPro+ 18.1 now compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5 Esko ArtPro+ 18.1 now compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5.

    Esko, a global supplier of integrated hardware and software solutions for leading packaging, labels and wide format printers, is pleased to announce that its ArtPro+ 18.1 software is now fully compliant with the Ghent PDF Output Suite 5 after securing a perfect rating in a critical test for determining quality displaying of PDF/X-4 documents.

  • Straub Druck & Medien receive 3rd Fujifilm JetPress New Fujifilm Jet Press 750S at Straub Druck & Medien AG is the company’s third Jet Press installation in five years.

    Looking to boost capacity to keep up with consistent year-on-year growth, one of the first companies to install a Jet Press 720S back in 2014 has now become one of the first to install Fujifilm’s third generation Jet Press 750S. It is now running all three presses simultaneously.

  • Soyang returns to The Print Show with PVC Recycling Scheme Soyang Europe returns to The Print Show with innovative PVC Banner Recycling Scheme.

    Printable material manufacturer and distributor Soyang Europe is to bring its innovative print waste recycling partnership, developed and set with waste management specialists, Blue Castle Group to this year’s Print Show, which takes place at the NEC from 17 – 19 September.

  • XAAR Celebrates 20 years of the XAAR 128 inkjet printhead XAAR Celebrates 20 years of the XAAR 128 inkjet printhead.

    Xaar is celebrating the 20th birthday of its ever popular Xaar 128 printhead. Initially conceptualised for use in desktop fax machines, in fact, at launch the Xaar 128 proved to be better suited to other sectors due to its combination of reliability, ease of integration, speed and quality of print.

  • Avery shortlisted for Environmental and Sustainability Award Avery Dennison shortlisted for Global Environmental and sustainability Award 2019.

    Global materials science and manufacturing company Avery Dennison has been shortlisted for the Environmental and Sustainability Award of the Label Industry Global Awards 2019.

  • Soyang joined by Very Displays for Irish Trade Displays Expo Soyang Europe joined by Very Displays for Irish Trade Displays Expo.

    Printable material manufacturer and distributor Soyang Europe is teaming up with Very Displays as they put on the Trade Displays Expo in Dublin, Ireland from 4 – 5 September 2019.

  • Epson celebrates a hugely successful ITMA 2019 Digital textile printing pioneer, Epson, has hailed ITMA 2019 a success.

    Digital textile printing pioneer, Epson, has hailed ITMA 2019 a success, with a strong interest shown in its new flagship high volume textile printer, the Monna Lisa Evo Tre 64 and its new range of environmentally-friendly Genesta pigment inks, both of which were debuted at the show.

  • Durst and Koenig & Bauer appoint MD of new joint venture Durst and Koenig & Bauer appoint Robert Stabler to lead new joint venture company for digital packaging printing systems.

    Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, and Koenig & Bauer, the oldest printing press manufacturer in the world with the broadest product range in the industry, have appointed Robert Stabler as Managing Director of the new joint venture effective August 1st.

  • FESPA 2019 features provide added value for visitors FESPA Global Print Expo 2019 features provide added value for visitors.

    FESPA Global Print Expo 2019, which took place 14 to 17 May 2019, delivered an insightful and interactive array of event features, providing visitors to the exhibition with the opportunity to discover new possibilities for their businesses through educational content and live technology and workflow demonstrations.

  • Neschen adds gudy 803 power-tack mounting film to portfolio New gudy 803 power-tack mounting film is a versatile solution for the most difficult surfaces.

    For decades the brand name gudy has been standing for high-end quality in the area of sophisticated mounting films all over the world. International galleries, museums as well as photographers choose gudy products for their reliable performance.

  • Avery to make a material difference at Labelexpo Europe 2019 Avery Dennison is making a material difference at Labelexpo Europe 2019.

    Avery Dennison invites you to join them in Making A Material Difference at Labelexpo Europe 2019 in Brussels, 24-27 September, 2019.

  • DTG Digital G4 results exceed expectations The DTG G4 is a true industrial print head direct to garment printer in a desktop format.

    Pigmentinc BV, the sister company to Impression Technology, is the European distribution centre for DTG Digital’s new G4 DTG printer. Pigmentinc reports that all expectations have been exceeded with the Launch at FESPA Munich in May this year.

  • swissQprint opens ink laboratory swissQprint has set up an ink laboratory at its headquarters and employed the requisite specialists.

    The development and manufacturing of digital large format printers is swissQprint's core business: their mechanics, control systems and software all take shape under one roof. Now, that roof also houses an ink laboratory.

  • IMI Europe announces new location for Digital Print Europe IMI Europe announces new Central European location for 20th Anniversary Digital Print Europe event.

    IMI Europe announces a new location for its 20th Anniversary Digital Print Europe event, with a move to Berlin, Germany. The event is being held from 7-10 October 2019, built around its strategic Digital Printing Conference, and including a Mergers & Acquisitions forum, Market Reports Live sessions and the Inkjet Academy.

  • FESPA launches 2020 Awards with 4 new categories FESPA launches 2020 Awards with 4 new categories. New Printeriors category highlights growth in printed décor market.

    The FESPA Awards 2020 are now open to print service providers (PSPs) and sign-makers looking to highlight their outstanding examples of print. 

  • Inkcups unveils X360 rotary printer for European market Inkcups Unveils X360 High-Speed Rotary Inkjet Printer for European Market.

    Global printing industry leader Inkcups announced the release of its latest high-speed rotary inkjet printer, the X360, to the European market following a successful year of operation at commercial production facilities in the U.S. market.

  • European Sign Expo achieves record visitor attendance 10,168 visitors attended European Sign Expo 2019, including sign-makers who travelled to the Bavarian capital specifically for the event, as well as those who also attended the co-located FESPA Global Print Expo.

    European Sign Expo 2019, the dedicated event for non-printed signage and visual communications has continued its year-on-year growth achieving record visitor numbers to its seventh edition, which took place in Munich, Germany from 14 to 17 May.

  • Caldera showcases new technologies at ITMA French RIP software specialist Caldera has announced a range of new technologies and product updates to be showcased at this year’s ITMA.

    French RIP software specialist Caldera has announced a range of new technologies and product updates to be showcased at this year’s ITMA.

  • EFI showcase advanced leading-edge technologies at ITMA 2019 EFI showcase advanced leading-edge technologies at ITMA 2019.

    Electronics For Imaging, Inc. is showcasing the advanced, leading-edge technologies that make EFI Reggiani a textile innovator at ITMA 2019, 20-26 June in Barcelona, including the game-changing EFI Reggiani BOLT single-pass inkjet printer – the first digital textile solution capable of high-quality output at record production speeds of up to 90 linear meters (295 linear feet) per minute.

  • Mimaki TX300P-1800 printer on demonstration at ITMA 2019 Mimaki hybrid printer demonstration at ITMA 2019 emphasises accessibility of textile printing.

    Mimaki has announced the first global technology demonstration of a brand-new hybrid digital textile printer from the TX300P series at ITMA 2019 (Barcelona, Spain, 20-26 June, Stand B110, Hall 3). Uniquely featuring both direct-to-textile and transfer print capabilities, the new printer achieves unparalleled flexibility in ink combinations and substrates – opening new profitable opportunities for businesses.

  • aleph appoints Rudy Grosso as International Sales Director aleph announces the appointment of Rudy Grosso as International Sales Director.

    aleph, an Italian manufacturer of sublimation and direct-to-fabric inkjet printers for the textile and visual communication industries, headquartered in the textile district of Como, announces the appointment of Rudy Grosso as International Sales Director.

  • Esko ArtPro+ 18.1 now compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5. Esko ArtPro+ 18.1 is now compliant with Ghent PDF Output Suite 5.

    The Ghent Workgroup is happy to announce that Esko ArtPro+ 18.1 has perfectly passed a critical test for determining quality displaying of PDF/X-4 documents and is now fully compliant with the Ghent PDF Output Suite 5.

  • Durst showcases Alpha technology with SuperMultipass at ITMA Durst showcases new fifth generation Alpha technology with SuperMultipass at ITMA 2019.

    Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, will be showcasing its proven Alpha comprehensive technology platform on Booth A210, Hall 3 at ITMA in Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via, Spain, from 20-26 June.

  • Mimaki to showcase 3D print technology at RapidTech FabCon Mimaki Deutschland Showcases Business Driving 3D Printing Technology at Rapid.Tech + FabCon 3.D 2019.

    Mimaki Deutschland GmbH, a subsidiary of Mimaki Europe, today announces that it will highlight its colour expertise in 3D printing at Rapid.Tech + FabCon 3.D (25 – 27 June, Erfurt, Germany).

  • The countdown is on: only 365 days to go until drupa 2020 The countdown is on: only 365 days to go until drupa 2020 opens its doors.

    In exactly 365 days from today, drupa 2020 will kick off at 10.00 am. The no. 1 for printing technologies will once again prove its position as the world's leading trade fair for the industry, as the current booking status already exceeds figures for the same period in 2016.

  • Kiian Digital boosts its digital textile inks range Bellagio RB and Bellagio RCS complete and differentiate Kiian' s Textile Product range, helping the whole textile supply chain to meet end-users demand.

    Kiian Digital is continuing its Textile Printing range’s extension. The core element is the enlargement of the Bellagio line by adding 2 new versions; classifying Kiian Digital's Textile Printing offer at the top on the market.

  • Soyang partner with Blue Castle on PVC recycling initiative Soyang Europe partner with Blue Castle to lead the way with pioneering PVC recycling initiative.

    An innovative print waste recycling partnership has been developed and set up by printable material manufacturer and distributor, Soyang Europe along with waste management specialists, Blue Castle to offer a much sought-after solution to the industry’s PVC waste dilemma that will pioneer the use of PVC banner material as an environmentally sustainable substrate.

  • Elitron Klick software wins EDP Award at FESPA Elitron received this prestigious recognition for Klick, the innovative software developed to automate the pre-printing process.

    The Commission of The European Digital Press Association (EDP) awarded Klick, Elitron’s newest software for “Best Print and Finishing Support Tool”. Elitron is once again on the podium for innovation.

  • BARBIERI Color Experts Day hailed a huge success BARBIERI electronic on May 24, 2019 organized a Color Experts‘ Day.

    In the occasion of the ICC meeting (International Color Consortium), where color experts and scientists from all over the world came to Brixen, BARBIERI electronic on May 24, 2019 organized a Color Experts‘ Day.

  • Avery CleanFlake wins FINAT Recycling & Sustainability award Avery Dennison CleanFlake portfolio wins FINAT Recycling & Sustainability award 2019.

    An innovation from Avery Dennison that enables closed-loop PET recycling has won this year’s FINAT Recycling and Sustainability award. The CleanFlake portfolio enables production of high quality recycled PET (rPET) from post-consumer bottles while maintaining all-important visual impact and food contact approval. The portfolio is further reducing environmental impact by using recycled PET liner material.

  • See the new Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition at ITMA Barcelona Measuring Textiles Easy and Accurate - Textile Edition Spectro LFP qb.

    Spectro LFP qb Textile Edition is the new and worldwide unique solution for automatic color measuring in dye-sublimation and direct-to-garment printing. It is based on the Spectro LFP qb and has dedicated software and special accessories.

  • Elanders plug 'profit gap' with HP PageWide WebPress T240 Elanders Germany is using HP Indigo and Inkjet technology to produce soft-cover books in a cost-effective and timely way.

    Great margins thanks to large print runs—undoubtedly, many printing houses look back with nostalgia at the days when the number of units decided how profitable an order was. You set the machine up once and off you went. But the tables have turned: Print runs are shrinking in size, the number of jobs is increasing and delivery deadlines are getting shorter and shorter.

  • Summa to showcase the L1810 laser cutter at ITMA 2019 Higher productivity with Summa's advanced laser cutter at ITMA 2019.

    Summa nv, a leading supplier of high-end cutting, finishing and laser cutting solutions, is getting ready to showcase the high productivity the L1810 laser cutter can provide for a wide range of applications during ITMA 2019, at booth D154 in hall 3. The show takes place from the 20th until the 26th of June in Barcelona, Spain.

  • SPGprints and XAAR to showcase their innovations at ITMA A technology collaboration between SPGPrints and Xaar will be showcased to a select group of visitors at ITMA 2019.

    A technology collaboration between SPGPrints and Xaar will be showcased to a select group of visitors at ITMA 2019.

  • Textile printing will be central to Alephs showcase at ITMA Aleph will unveil a range of brand-new scanning printing systems aimed at enhancing and integrating its flagship series, LaForte.

    Innovation and environmental sustainability in digital textile printing will be central to Aleph’s showcase at ITMA 2019. A leading Italian manufacturer of sublimation and direct-to-fabric inkjet printers for the textile and visual communication industries, headquartered in the textile district of Como, Aleph will unveil a range of brand-new scanning printing systems aimed at enhancing and integrating its flagship series, LaForte.

  • The virtuous example of Masserdotti Group ‘Moving into Digital Signage - International Innovative Printer Case Study’ is the title of the speech proposed by Alberto Masserdotti, CEO of the homonymous Group and President of FESPA Italia.

    : ‘Moving into Digital Signage - International Innovative Printer Case Study’ is the title of the speech proposed by Alberto Masserdotti, CEO of the homonymous Group and President of FESPA Italia, during the busy program of conferences that filled the Trend Theatre of FESPA 2019. A look at the future of visual communication with a focus on the theme of digital transformation in retail and insights into the synergy between print and digital signage.

  • PP wall-grip: The evolution of printable wall coverings PP wall-grip – the green alternative: new digitally printable wall covering for difficult surfaces.

    With Green Wall, Neschen Coating presents PVC-free, digitally printable wall coverings for a variety of uses. The newly added PP wall-grip is the latest addition to this product portfolio and an excellent option for quick turnaround decorations. The 90 μm strong, white PP-film is designed for difficult surfaces.

  • swissQprint Karibu is a prizewinner The first swissQprint roll to roll printer premièred at Fespa 2019 and was at the same time honoured by the EDP Awards jury in the "roll to roll printer >320 cm" category.

    The first swissQprint roll to roll printer premièred at Fespa 2019 and was at the same time honoured by the EDP Awards jury in the "roll to roll printer 320cm" category.

  • Caldera announces new Customer Success Plan Caldera announces new Customer Success Plan.

    Leading RIP software house Caldera has this week announced the launch of a new Customer Success Plan. The aim of the initiative is to give CalderaCare customers a unique user experience that will onboard and welcome them into the Caldera user-base community.

  • FESPA Expo 2019 delivers value-added return on experience FESPA Global Print Expo 2019 delivers value-added "return on experience".

    FESPA Global Print Expo’s status as the leading international exhibition for speciality print and signage remains unchallenged, as the May 2019 event welcomed 20,780 individual visitors from 137 countries over the course of four days (Messe München, 14 – 17 May 2019).