14 Dec 2024

EMEA News

  • KAVALAN PVC-free products obtain Global Fire Safety Certificate KAVALAN PVC-Free Products Obtain Prestigious Global Fire Safety Certification.

    Products from the KAVALAN range of PVC-free large-format materials, KAVALAN Sunlight Weldable and KAVALAN Spiderweb 300, have successfully obtained Warringtonfire fire resistant certification CERTIFIRE TS62, further demonstrating that KAVALAN’s outdoor materials are a high-quality, trusted and responsible alternative to traditional PVC.

    CERTIFIRE is an independent, third party level 5 certification scheme awarded to products and systems that embody ‘performance, quality, reliability, and traceability’, and is recognised globally as a dependable barometer of fire safety. The scheme can also be used by architects, specifiers, contractors and building owners, as CERTIFIRE provides assurance that fire protection products and systems correctly installed will perform as required.

    The certification distinguishes PVC-free KAVALAN building wrap materials from any competition. These products will now bear the CERTIFIRE mark and once printed, can be used on any scaffolded buildings and construction sites, along with the many other promotional and branding applications for which banner and mesh are used.

    Vincent Lin, Vice President, TAYA Groups, comments: “KAVALAN is upholding its reputation as a pioneer, setting our products apart by acquiring the respected Warringtonfire CERTIFIRE certification which will become a mandatory requirement for scaffolding and building wrap projects in the future.

    “We are always looking for ways to substantiate the quality and sustainability of the KAVALAN range, from our rigorous Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) assessments, to the development of the industry’s first Eco Calculator for large-format banner materials, and now CERTIFIRE TS62 for Sunlight Weldable frontlit and Spiderweb 300 mesh banners – all of this compounds KAVALAN’s unrivalled value proposition.”

     

  • TRG invests in a Delta SPC 130 from Koenig & Bauer Durst The Royal Group’s new Koenig & Bauer Durst SPC 130 press offers customers high-quality mass customization.

    The Royal Group (TRG), one of the largest independent corrugated box and display manufacturers in the U.S., with more than 30 locations nationwide, has invested in a Delta SPC 130 Automatic single-pass press from Koenig & Bauer Durst to provide mass customization and high-volume, fully automated digital production to its customers.

  • HP Latex 700W white ink print makes a difference at Plot-Tec Germany-based print service provider plot.tec optimises and expands its range of products with HP Latex printer from Igapa.

    Colourfully printed spoke protectors for children's wheelchairs are a matter close to the heart of the company plot.tec from Dortmund, and – since the installation of an HP Latex 700W printer in August 2021 – the company can now produce the popular wheel covers even more efficiently.

  • Blur uses Kornit Digital Presto S for 24-hour production Blur uses Kornit Digital for scalability, operational versatility, 24-hour production.

    Kornit Digital Ltd., a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand, digital textile production technologies, announced today that Portuguese textile specialist Blur has installed the Kornit Presto S with Softener solution for sustainable, single-step direct-to-fabric production of multiple fabrics in any quantity.

  • First Avinci CX3200 printer from Agfa installed at Publi-FDM First Avinci CX3200 dye-sublimation printer from Agfa at Publi-FDM.

    With the installation of an Avinci CX3200 sublimation printer, Publi-FDM, located in Sint-Lievens-Houtem (Belgium), is getting a global first.

  • Gain a competitive edge with HP’s White Ink Webinar Europe-wide webinar on 25th January 2022 to focus on white ink technology and how it can boost businesses with profitable new applications.

    HP has revealed details of a new webinar that will focus on how integrating white ink as part of a print service offering can gain businesses a significant advantage over their competitors.

  • LFR Spotlight on trade supplier Super-Wide Digital From the very beginning, Super-Wide Digital had a goal of becoming a leading player in the large and super-wide format print markets.

    From the very beginning, Super-Wide Digital had a goal of becoming a leading player in the large and super-wide format print markets. Founded 21 years ago by Anthony Drogan, the Lancashire-based business has grown over the intervening years to the point where it can position itself as a ‘one stop shop’ for just about any wide-format application you can think of.

  • How microfactories can change the face of fashion The Green Revolution: How microfactories can change the face of fashion.

    With the all-important COP26 Climate Change Conference having taken centre stage in November, there is no time like the present for the fashion world to rally together in stepping up sustainability efforts and getting carbon emissions under control.

  • XSYS implement price increase across nyloflex product range XSYS to implement price increase across nyloflex product range.

    During 2021, the rise in costs has reached unprecedented levels, affecting all businesses and their suppliers throughout the printing industry.

  • Mutoh EMEA release XpertJet Pro Series sign & display printers Mutoh EMEA release XpertJet Pro Series sign & display printers.

    Mutoh Europe nv, EMEA business unit of Mutoh Industries Co. Ltd., Japan, today unveiled its XPJ-1341SR Pro (54” – 137 cm) and XPJ-1641SR Pro (64” – 162 cm) new generation of digital inkjet printers.

  • C!Print Madrid postpones 7th edition to 26-28th April 2022 C!Print Madrid postpones its seventh edition to 26, 27 and 28 April 2022.

    Given the current sanitary circumstances, through which it is was extremely difficult to hold the event with full security guarantees; the organizers after listening to exhibitors and participants, and after evaluating all possible options, have taken the decision to postpone the next edition of C!Print Madrid to 26, 27 and 28 April 2022.

  • Spandex Group appoints new CEO of textiles business Spandex Group appoints new CEO to spearhead growth of Textiles Business.

    Spandex has appointed Alessandro Lanfranconi to the position of CEO of Berger Textiles and Tectex, the group’s specialist providers of complete textiles solutions and services.

  • How to maximise profits with wide-format print At HP, we offer a wide range of wide-format print solutions, each designed to help customers produce quality print every time across all types of applications within wide-format markets.

    Wide-format print has been regarded as a key growth market for some time now, with a huge range of work on offer for companies active in this sector. However, as more businesses move into the market, competition for work intensifies and print companies are having to be clever about the way they operate to maximise their profits.

  • Roland DG creates a “dress release” using Texart XT-640S-F World’s first “dress release” created by fashion industry experts in new collaboration with print solutions company, Roland DG.

    In a first for the fashion, textiles and printing industry, the dress acts as a medium to showcase the benefits of XT-640S-F, a printer that excels at short-run garment printing for the ‘fashion drop’ generation. It also shows off the cutting-edge white ink and bright colour capabilities of the new machine, alongside text which reveals its benefits and unique qualities.

  • Xeikon digital technology used for sustainable packaging Kartonplus uses Xeikon’s digital technology for Sustainable Packaging Production.

    Kartonplus, has installed a Xeikon 3500REX digital press as the beating heart of its new operation. The folding carton company based in Enschede in the Netherlands was set up as a subsidiary of Labelplus a leading label printing company in the region.

  • B!G deliver on its sustainability commitment with HP Latex Over the years, the company's continued investment in HP Latex technology has delivered valuable sustainability credentials across a wide portfolio of services.

    B!G is a multidisciplinary visual agency, with print as a core part of its portfolio and a strong focus on sustainability. Having invested in HP technology for over seven years, it was an easy decision for B!G to upgrade to the HP Latex 3200 and HP Latex R2000 Plus models to address an even fuller spectrum of print needs without compromising on sustainability credentials.

  • Brodelec creates new business channels with Kornit Digital Brodelec creates new business channels, provides consistent and high-quality custom textiles with Kornit Digital.

    Kornit Digital Ltd., a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand, digital textile production technologies, announced today that France-based Brodelec has recently complemented its existing Kornit Avalanche direct-to-garment (DTG) and Kornit Presto S direct-to-fabric print systems with Kornit Atlas MAX technology.

  • WCD uses Drytac Protac AMP to protect warehouse workers Drytac Protac AMP was applied to surfaces in the kitchen area of WII Projects Calgary warehouse to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 among workers.

    Calgary-based on-demand print and information solutions provider WCD recently used Drytac Protac AMP film with Microban antimicrobial protection on a specialist project to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 among workers at a local distributor’s warehouse.

  • New SpectraLab XF delivers accurate inline color measurement Latest Esko AVT innovation for print inspection at packaging converters delivers measurements “hundred times faster”.

    Packaging converters can now benefit from faster and more accurate inline color inspection, with the launch of the latest innovation from Esko, AVT SpectraLab XF.

  • Innotech expands its Vertex Marine range of PVC-free fabric Innotech expands trail-blazing range of recycled, PVC-free banner materials.

    Innotech Digital, has announced the expansion of its Vertex Marine range of PVC-free fabric display products made from fully recycled PET yarns, with two brand new products.

  • Ability DG adds third Kongsberg digital finishing system Leading POS and packaging manufacturer Ability Diseño Gráfico adds third Kongsberg digital finishing system to boost production.

    Leading cardboard packaging and point of sale display specialist, Ability Diseño Gráfico (Ability DG), has invested in a third Kongsberg digital cutting solution to boost productivity and efficiency at its state-of-the-art facility in Murcia, Spain.

  • Probo uses PrintFactory to increase efficiency Probo can offer their customers this flexibility and efficiency while maximizing their production capacity.

    Probo wanted to improve their productivity but they were losing time and spending money, constantly chasing colour and trying to improve their nesting efficiencies.

  • aPak boosts productivity with automated Kongsberg solution Swedish packaging specialist aPak boosts productivity with automated Kongsberg solution.

    Swedish packaging specialist aPak has made a significant investment in Kongsberg digital finishing solutions to automate its production and provide the speed and flexibility demanded by its customers.

  • Fujifilm wins top award for its UK service operation Fujifilm's UK Graphics Service team wins big at the European Field Service Awards.

    With a range of offset and digital Fujifilm is pleased to announce that its Graphics Service team in the UK won the Field Service Team of the Year award at the inaugural European Field Service Awards for the support it has provided to the printing industry, particularly throughout the pandemic.

  • Mimaki End of Year Review & looking forward Mimaki continues to be a leading printer manufacturer with an extensive product portfolio.

    Mimaki continues to be a leading printer manufacturer with an extensive product portfolio. Our technologies serve multiple markets, including Sign Graphics, Industrial UV, Textile and 3D. Despite the past couple of years, we still see growth within these markets, and likewise our technologies have continued to grow and develop with it.

  • ICE Europe, CCE International and InPrint Munich dates announced ICE Europe, CCE International and InPrint Munich will take place from 15 – 17 March 2022.

    After a compulsory break in 2021, preparations are well underway for the collective of converting, paper and print exhibitions. Organiser Mack-Brooks Exhibitions is confident to hold the shows from 15 to 17 March 2022 at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. Visitor registration is already open.

  • High viscosity Xaar printhead tech unleashes 3D inkjet print Xaar’s Ultra High Viscosity Technology unleashes inkjet’s 3D and Additive Manufacturing possibilities.

    Xaar’s Ultra High Viscosity Technology is providing manufacturers with an array of new and practical production possibilities, offering the chance to print without limits and drive creativity.

  • ASTRON group increases print production speed with Onset X3 HS Czech print business praises the print quality of the Onset X3 and the increased production speed and capacity now possible with the latest automation features.

    ASTRON group, based in Prague, started as a small studio in 1993. Now, with a 300-strong team, it is a major player in the Central European print market, offering a wide range of products; from magazines and leaflets; to banners, POS, and illuminated and 3D signage.

  • ArtSystems wins ONYX Thrive achievement award for EMEA The award was presented at FESPA 2021 in Amsterdam and was one of five awards ONYX Graphics presented to its partners.

    The award, presented at FESPA 2021, honours ArtSystems for achieving the most ONYX Thrive conversions throughout EMEA in 2020.

  • Now you can 3D print in colour, why should you? Small Printer, Large Colour Range, Huge Opportunity – Now You Can 3D Print in Colour, Why Should You?.

    The productivity and creative benefits of adding 3D printing to almost any model-making business are clear, but the cost and complexity of the process can often be a barrier.

  • Flint Group launches chlorine-free heat sealable coatings Flint Group Flexible Packaging in Europe launches chlorine-free heat sealable coatings.

    Leading print consumables provider to the global packaging industry, Flint Group Packaging Inks has revealed its new range of chlorine-free heat sealable coatings under the NexisCode brand name.

  • Henkel & Nexa3D sign material development agreement for polymer Henkel and Nexa3D sign material development agreement for next-generation functional polymer.

    Henkel and Nexa3D, the maker of ultrafast polymer 3D printers, today announced the signing of a new material development agreement.

  • Roland DG reopens revamped showrooms to support its customers Roland DG reopens revamped showrooms to meet and support its customers.

    Roland DG has announced the reopening of its new and upgraded physical showroom in the UK and Denmark, with Spain to follow before the end of 2021.

  • Just Print to increase output with HP Latex 800W install Dublin-based Just Print said its purchase of a new HP Latex 800W printer has allowed it to extend its service offering to the point where the business now stands out in a busy and competitive market.

    Dublin-based print and signage production company Just Print has praised the impact of its new HP Latex 800W, saying that the printer has enabled it to expand its service offering and allowed the business to move ahead of competitors in a busy market.

  • ESG driving sustainability boom in garment printing industry Roland Study: Corporate ESG driving sustainability boom in the garment printing industry.

    A European study launched by Roland DG today revealed that an increased focus on environment, societal and governance (ESG) factors inside Europe’s corporates and SMBs is driving a sustainability boom amongst its garment printers.

  • Avery release AD RDX sustainable range for paper and film labels Avery Dennison “unleashes the power of less” with AD RDX for paper and film labels.

    Adding to their powerful legacy of harnessing innovation to create pioneering label solutions, Avery Dennison announced today the release of the AD RDX sustainable product range for paper and film labels.

  • Elkem Silicones to present silicone solutions at Formnext 2021 Elkem Silicones will present silicone solutions for additive manufacturing/3D printing at formnext 2021 in Frankfurt.

    Elkem Silicones will be present at the upcoming Formnext show, the leading industry platform for additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing in Frankfurt in Germany from November, 16th to 19th and will showcase its wide portfolio of silicone solutions for Additive Manufacturing/3D Printin.

  • Paddock Digital Printing invests in Fujifilms Acuity Ultra Paddock Digital Printing invests in the Acuity Ultra to boost productivity and to help it to remain competitive.

    Founded in 2007, Paddock Digital Printing BV is a print production company, based in The Netherlands, that specialises in producing indoor and outdoor signage. Though a relatively small company, with just ten employees, all of its products are produced entirely in-house, from start to finish.

  • Canon launches PRISMAprepare Go Canon launches PRISMAprepare Go cloud-based job submission and preparation application for smaller print producers.

    Building on its successful PRISMA range of print production workflow software, Canon UK & Ireland today introduces PRISMAprepare Go, a secure job submission and file preparation tool for small in-house and commercial print service providers (PSPs).

  • dp Polar launch 3D printer at Formnext featuring Xaar printheads DP Polar launches latest additive mass manufacturing 3D printer at Formnext, featuring Xaar printheads.

    Xaar’s printheads have again been selected by industrial 3D printing manufacturer dp polar GmbH to power the latest addition to their range, the AMpolar i1, which is to be unveiled at this year’s Formnext Show in Frankfurt, on 16-19th November.

  • PrintFactory further expands sales team in the DACH Region PrintFactory announces further expansion of its sales team in the DACH Region.

    PrintFactory announces further expansion of its sales and technical support channels with the appointment of Florian Sommermann as Technical Presales for the DACH market from 1 November 2021.

  • New features and functionality with latest Esko Release 21.11 More speed, efficiency, sustainability and quality across packaging workflows with Esko Release 21.11  New features and functionality support business transformation and growth.

    Packaging businesses can today benefit from more speed, efficiency, sustainability and quality across workflows, as Esko releases its newest innovations.

  • Three new Avery Dennison papers made from 100% recycled fibers Avery Dennison introduces three new papers made from 100% recycled fibers to expand its range of premium sustainable labels.

    Avery Dennison, industry leader in sustainable label materials, has introduced 3 white, uncoated papers made from 100% recycled fibers. This expands the company’s portfolio of post-consumer recycled materials to offer premium solutions for wine, spirits, food, and beverage.

  • Fujifilm appoints new exclusive distribution partner in Slovakia Fujifilm appoints Arets Graphics as exclusive distribution partner in Slovakia.

    FUJIFILM Europe GmbH is pleased to announce the appointment of Arets Graphics as exclusive marketing and distribution partner for all Fujifilm Graphic Arts products and solutions in Slovakia, effective from 1st October 2021.

  • Koenig & Bauer Durst line up brands for SPC Open House At the SPC Open House, Mr Drösel shared his perspectives on their relationships with brand owners and digital packaging journey, which Schumacher Group sees as the future for print production in corrugated markets.

    Customers have added their voice to the ongoing packaging debate at an ‘inspirational’ second SPC Open House – entitled “New Times, New Challenges and New Opportunities – in Lienz, Austria, organized by Koenig & Bauer Durst.

  • FESPA responds to S.O.S.TAINABILITY launched by Guandong The debut of the new Dotty Satin: an elegant and sustainable adhesive film made with recycled plastic.

    “We’ve come back from FESPA with the same amount of positivity we had after Viscom Italia, despite the still low turnout. The signs of market recovery, the climate of confidence and the genuine interest of visitors, has given us hope for the near future,” comments Daniele Faoro, Team Principal of Guandong.

  • Aicomp and Esko strengthen partnership Aicomp Grooup and Esko strengthen partnership.

    Aicomp Group, a leading provider of ERP-solutions for the packaging industry with locations in Europe and the USA, and Esko, a global provider of integrated software and hardware solutions for the packaging industry with headquarters in Gent, Belgium, have been working together on joint projects since 2004.

  • Fedrigoni’s Security business sale to Portals completes Completion of the sale of Fedrigoni’s Security business to Portals.

    Portals, a UK-headquartered global specialist in banknote and security paper production, and Fedrigoni, one of the leading European producers of specialty papers and high value-added products for packaging, graphics, and self-adhesive labels, announce the completion of the acquisition of Fedrigoni’s Security business based in Bollate, Italy, by Portals.

  • Flint Group confirms success with its AQUACode range DS Smith secures print quality and sustainability benefits with Flint Group Packaging Inks’ AQUACode range of water-based inks.

    Operating in more than 34 countries worldwide and proudly employing over 30,000 people, DS Smith is a leading provider of corrugated packaging solutions.

  • Essentra Packaging deploys Esko Automation Engine after trial Essentra Packaging deploys Esko Automation Engine in the cloud following successful European trial.

    Essentra Packaging has become the first global packaging manufacturer to begin rolling out cloud deployment of the Esko Automation Engine workflow solution across its European prepress departments.

  • Hybrid Software Group acquires ColorLogic GmbH Hybrid Software Group PLC announces that on 27 October 2021 it acquired the entire issued share capital of ColorLogic GmbH.

    Hybrid Software Group PLC announces that on 27 October 2021 it acquired the entire issued share capital of ColorLogic GmbH (“ColorLogic”), a company with its registered office in Rheine, Germany.

  • In2 Printing Solutions sees benefits from Xaars Hydra Ink Supply The Xaar Hydra ink supply system delivers robust and reliable benefits for IN2 printing solutions.

    The reliability and robustness of the Xaar Hydra Ink Supply System has made it the number one choice for innovative digital printing company In2 Printing Solutions.

  • Tim Sykes – What’s holding back digitally printed packaging Tim Sykes is of Packaging Europe, one of the leading intelligence resources for European packaging professionals. Tim Sykes, brand director at Packaging Europe, explores the barriers that may be holding back the digital tide.

    When all the market research of recent years is projecting market growth of between 10 and 15 per cent CAGR over the coming years, with corresponding advances in market share, it may sound unnecessarily provocative to suggest that digital print in packaging has failed to fulfil expectations.

  • Mimaki to launch 3D printing solution at Formnext 2021 Mimaki’s new end-to-end high-quality 3D printing solution to launch at Formnext 2021.

    Mimaki Europe, the leading manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems, has announced that its new technologies to be launched at Formnext 2021 (16-19 November, Hall 12.1, Stand G21) will offer a complete 3D printing solution designed to streamline and optimise 3D model production with increased automation.

  • Kornit & Creazioni Digitali launch sustainable fashion event From concept to catwalk: The future is faster, more sustainable, and more creative Como, a production district that has always dealt with fashion, textiles, and creativity.

    It is exactly here, in the heart of the Como area, that Creazioni Digitali, a leading company in textile digital printing, and Kornit Digital, an Israeli multinational leader in innovation in the FashionTech sector, decided to create CreŌSphere, an event dedicated to responsible innovation.

  • Neschen easy dot printing film enables clean advertising easy dot goes green: New PVC-free polyester printing film enables clean advertising solutions.

    The Neschen classic easy dot is now available "in green" - so that innovative advertising messages have less impact on the environment.

  • PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION confirms successful re-launch Print & Digital convention confirms its status as a relevant content hub.

    The fourth edition of PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION, organised by the Fachverband Medienproduktion (f:mp.) and Messe Düsseldorf, came to an end with around 800 participants on two days of the trade fair.

  • JETRIX printers now an approved partner for Brett Martin medias JETRIX printers are now an approved partner for Brett Martin medias.

    JETRIX printers are known for the versatility of the medias they can work with and now Brett Martin have recognised this by awarding them an Approved Partner status.

  • Hybrid Software Group rings bell to open trading at Euronext Hybrid Software, Chairman Guido Van der Schueren rings the bell to open trading on the Euronext exchange in Brussels.

    Hybrid Software Group PLC celebrates its change of name and corporate identity today by ringing the bell to open trading at the Euronext Stock Exchange in Brussels.

  • BOFA to showcase additive manufacturing filtration at Formnext BOFA to showcase additive manufacturing filtration and atmosphere management technology at Formnext 2021.

    BOFA International will be showcasing its latest range of additive manufacturing filtration and atmosphere management systems at Formnext 2021 in Frankfurt (November 16-19).

  • Digidelta strengthens innovation and European exports Digidelta reinforcers the statutes of innovative company and European exporter.

    Digidelta, the company responsible for the brand decal, has received the reputation seal "Estatuto INOVADORA COTEC 2021" and became part of the REX System.

  • New DTF printer from RA Smart for printing untreated fabrics At R A Smart (CAD & Machinery) our reputation as suppliers of premium quality textile printing solutions is supported by our selection of industry leading equipment.

    Direct To Film (DTF) printing has been around for longer than you might think, although it’s only very recently that it’s started to gather more traction and pique the interest of garment producers both in the UK & Ireland as well as further afield.

  • EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver makes debut at Fespa Global Print EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver makes debut at Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 for a short, smart and green process.

    The new, industrial, entry-level EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver textile printer from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. is making its debut at the Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 tradeshow, 12-15 October at RAI Amsterdam.

  • Brett Martin Foamalux Xtra put to test on Kongsberg C24 at FESPA Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems to use Brett Martin’s recycled foam PVC sheet, Foamalux Xtra, in on-stand demonstrations at FESPA 2021.

    Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS), a leading developer of robust and reliable digital cutting solutions to worldwide packaging, signage and display markets, has recently tested Brett Martin’s 10mm Foamalux Xtra at its Customer Experience Center in Ghent, Belgium.

  • Kongsberg announces new workflow partnership with PrintFactory Kongsberg announces new workflow integration partnership with PrintFactory.

    Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) has announced a new partnership agreement with software supplier PrintFactory, with an integrated production suite specifically tailored for innovative Kongsberg cutting tables.

  • JETRIX appoints new technician to start trainee programme JETRIX launches a trainee programme with the start of a new technician.

    InkTec’s latest addition to the JETRIX team, sees the company initiating a trainee programme to bring more young people into the business.

  • Tribune Publishing trials Agfa's SPIR@L screening technology Agfa’s latest screening technology lowers ink consumption on average 7% and improves image quality.

    When Agfa rolled out its innovative SPIR@L screening technology that lowers ink consumption while improving image quality, Tribune Publishing agreed to a trial at its largest site. Once the results were in, the decision was made to integrate it into their print production process.

  • Summa collaborates in a micro-factory at Fespa 2021 In view of the upcoming Fespa show (12 to 15 October), Summa will be collaborating in a micro-factory with several other exhibitors.

    During the upcoming Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 (12 to 15 October), Summa will be cooperating with several exhibitors to establish a micro-factory. It will show the future of apparel manufacturing in an On-Demand Apparel Microfactory.

  • Mutoh EMEA & STS Europe join forces for direct-to-film project The STS DTF System is designed to be the most cost-effective and hassle-free solution to simplify the process of quickly creating custom t-shirts and apparel.

    Mutoh Europe - EMEA subsidiary of the Japanese wide-format & desktop digital printer manufacturer - and STS Europe today announced that they are joining forces for the new STS Modular Direct to Film system.

  • Fedrigoni presents Materia Viva sustainable recycled papers Fedrigoni presents Materia Viva,a collection of high-quality, sustainable papers, made with a high percentage of recycled material and natural alternatives to cellulose.

    Materia Viva, like the nature that inspires it, is one of the new products being launched over the next few days by Fedrigoni Group, leading global producer of high value-added special papers for packaging, publishing and graphics, as well as self-adhesive labelling products.

  • Ready to Bring Colour Back at Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 Ready to Bring Colour Back at Fespa Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo 2021.

    The doors to FESPA Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo 2021, Europe’s leading exhibitions for speciality print and signage, will open in just a few days (12 – 15 October 2021 at the RAI, Amsterdam, The Netherlands).

  • Textile market to grow to €6.95 billion by 2026 say Smithers Resurgent world inkjet printed textile market to grow from €3.82 billion to €6.95 billion in 2026, latest Smithers data show.

    Demand for digitally printed textiles is rebounding strongly through 2021, and is set for accelerated growth over the next five years, according to The Future of Digital Textile Printing to 2026, the latest expert market study from Smithers.

  • ASLAN release 5 new adhesive/reusable films to ReAppy series Adhesive and reusable memo board films 5 new ASLAN products – very easy to use.

    ASLAN, known as German specialist in self-adhesive films, launches 5 new materials with a revolutionary adhesive system in combination with well known surfaces of ASLAN memoboard products. Easy to use and durable too.

  • Chiyoda increases productivity with InterioJet 3300 from Agfa Chiyoda increases versatility and productivity with InterioJet décor paper printing solution from Agfa.

    Décor paper printing company Chiyoda recently installed an InterioJet 3300 water-based printing press from Agfa at its European headquarters in Genk, Belgium.

  • swissQprint launches flatbed generation 4 swissQprint large format printers are renowned for their top quality – in terms of design as well as printing results. The Swiss manufacturer has redefined its standards and is now launching its flatbed generation 4.

    swissQprint is launching a new series of models this October. The core of the new flatbed printers is cutting-edge print head technology along with advanced mechanical features that promise a quantum leap for users – especially when it comes to output quality.

  • Mohn Media invests in EFI Publication Print Suite ERP Mohn Media invests in ffficiency and value with EFI Publication Print Suite ERP.

    After an extensive search and due diligence on leading-edge workflow solutions for streamlined productivity and management efficiency, Mohn Media – a subsidiary of Europe’s largest print business, Bertelsmann Printing Group (BPG) – has adopted the EFI Publication Print Suite from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. as its future production ERP platform.

  • Flint Group & Xeikon to exhibit at the FEFCO Technical Seminar Flint Group to showcase latest innovations for Paper & Board printing at FEFCO Technical Seminar in Denmark.

    Flint Group Packaging Inks, and fellow Flint Group division Xeikon, are participating in the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO) Technical Seminar on 20-22nd October 2021 in Copenhagen, Denmark on Stand 15.

  • Kongsberg PCS to showcase latest innovations as FESPA returns Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems to showcase latest innovations as FESPA returns.

    Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (‘Kongsberg PCS’) will be showcasing its latest digital finishing innovations when the FESPA Global Print Expo makes its eagerly-anticipated return next month.

  • New Xativa media swatch book now available from ArtSystems New A5 swatch book enables resellers to easily match customer requirements with the right wide-format media solution.

    ArtSystems has announced the launch of a handy new printed sample swatch book for the Xativa range of wide-format media.

  • bergertextiles to exhibit at upcoming FESPA Global Print FESPA is back in Amsterdam and bergertextiles participates.

    Good news! bergertextiles will participate at FESPA in Amsterdam from 12 to 15 October. After a challenging year, with a new positive direction, FESPA opens its doors again, and we will be there.

  • Esko continues support of packaging workforce with ESEPAC New Virtual Reality Room at leading packaging training institute in France uses latest Esko solutions.

    Packaging engineering students from across Europe will continue to benefit from the latest technology in their studies, after Esko again underlined its commitment to supporting future generations of packaging industry workers.

  • ADAPT thinks green with new Decal PVC-Free media New Decal PVC-Free range enables print service providers to significantly improve the environmental credentials of their output.

    Amari Digital Printing Technologies, part of the Vink group – has announced the immediate availability of the Decal PVC-Free range of substrates, offering print service providers (PSPs) the opportunity to add a host of environmentally friendly qualities to their graphics output.

  • COVID-Safe practices outlined for upcoming FESPA Amsterdam FESPA outlines Covid Safe practices for upcoming Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo 2021.

    In less than two weeks, FESPA Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo (12 – 15 October 2021) will return to the RAI, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. To safeguard visitors, exhibitors, staff and contractors, FESPA will operate a number of COVID-safe practices.

  • Ricoh Pro TF6250 transforms production at Imprimerie des Alpes Ricoh Pro TF6250 transforms Imprimerie des Alpes' production processes and enables the company to bring more work in-house.

    Since its installation in late 2020, France-based Imprimerie des Alpes has been using its Ricoh Pro TF6250 to transform its production processes and bring more work in-house.

  • Agfa, Interprint and Koenig & Bauer partner for décor printing Agfa, Interprint and Koenig & Bauer partner for Digital Décor Printing.

    Décor paper printing company Interprint expands its product range by deploying Agfa’s water-based pigmented inkjet ink set on two of its single-pass high-speed Koenig & Bauer RotaJET presses.

  • POSITIONplus from eurolaser ensures contour cut is successful Slipped print and still no margins - POSITIONplus from eurolaser always ensures exact cuts along the print contour.

    Fiducial marks or other markings are intended to ensure that printed workpieces are cut precisely according to the specific contours. Even more security is offered by the combination with the optical recognition system POSITIONplus from eurolaser.

  • Siegwerk makes contribution to recyclable stand-up pouches Siegwerk makes important contribution to recyclable stand-up pouches from Werner & Mertz with innovative ink technology.

    With the development of an innovative ink system for the world's first completely circular-economy-capable stand-up pouch, Siegwerk demonstrates its important role in the value chain. The technology will be used at Werner & Mertz in the future.

  • Onyx Graphics to showcase latest product developments at FESPA Visitors to the Onyx Graphics stand at FESPA will also get a first-hand view of ONYX Go, the company's recent RIP software subscription release and ONYX TruFit, an automated shape-based nesting solution released during the pandemic.

    Onyx Graphics, Inc. today announced it will be exhibiting at FESPA Global Print Expo 2021, the first major European tradeshow since the start of COVID-19.

  • Easy Dot allows Easy DIY installation of in-store graphics Matt Manteit, International Sales Manager at Neschen Coating GmbH, explains how innovative dot-adhesive technology is at the core of quick and easy installation of short-term promotional graphics.

    Matt Manteit, International Sales Manager at Neschen Coating GmbH, explains how innovative dot-adhesive technology is at the core of quick and easy installation of promotional graphics.

  • Summa appoints Geert Pierloot as Managing Director Geert Pierloot started his career at Summa in 1994 as Product Engineer and has managed different departments (Product Management, Sales, Marketing and R&D) since then.

    Summa NV with Headquarters in Gistel, Belgium announces the appointment of Geert Pierloot to Managing Director of Summa as of October 1, 2021.

  • Durst Group to present optimized end-to-end solutions at FESPA FESPA 2021: Durst Group presents integrated and optimized end-to-end solutions.

    Durst Group, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, will present a wide range of end-to-end solutions for digital printing applications at FESPA 2021 in Amsterdam, October 12-15, under its slogan "From Pixel to Output".

  • Roland DG to showcase new all-round solutions at FESPA 2021 Roland DG to showcase new all-round solution at FESPA Global Print Expo 2021.

    Roland DG is excited to be attending FESPA Global Print Expo 2021, showcasing brand new solutions alongside some of the company’s most popular machines and technologies for print professionals.

  • Durst-owned Vanguard USA establishes European branch in Italy Vanguard USA, a Durst Group Company, establishes its European branch in Brixen, Italy.

    Durst Group, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, announces that Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, a U.S. company acquired last year and headquartered in Lawrenceville, Georgia, USA, is establishing its European branch in Brixen, Italy.

  • Roland DG to host an exclusive mid-week print festival Visit Roland DG’s new creative centre! Roland DG to host an exclusive mid-week print festival.

    Roland DG is delighted to open the doors to its renewed Creative Centre in Clevedon for an exclusive mid-week print festival, the Roland Experience Days, taking place on 28-30 September 2021.

  • Mimaki to bring new innovation opportunities to FESPA 2021 Mimaki to bring new innovations and application opportunities to FESPA 2021.

    Mimaki Europe will showcase its broad portfolio of market-leading, profit-generating digital print technologies at FESPA Global Print Expo 2021 (12-15 October 2021, RAI Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Stand: 1-F45).

  • Restrictions lifted for vaccinated FESPA Amsterdam visitors Important Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 travel Update  Restrictions lifted for fully-vaccinated visitors from 'very high risk' countries.

    Restrictions on fully-vaccinated travellers to The Netherlands from designated ‘very high-risk countries’ will be lifted with effect from 22nd September 2021, meaning that printers and sign-makers from these countries can travel to FESPA Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo 2021 in Amsterdam (12-15 October 2021) without fear of needing to quarantine on arrival.

  • Flint Group Packaging Inks launches ONECode Universal Bases Flint Group Packaging Inks launches ONECode Universal Bases in Europe for ultimate print flexibility and efficiency in Flexible Packaging.

    Flint Group Packaging Inks has announced the launch of a new innovative concentrate technology designed to solve many of the efficiency challenges faced by today’s Flexible Packaging converter.

  • Spandex Benelux and swissQprint part by mutual agreement Spandex Benelux entered into an agreement with swissQprint to distribute and support their unique range of UV flatbed systems.

    Spandex Benelux and swissQprint are parting by mutual agreement.

  • Fujifilm announces a live customer event in Brussels Fujifilm announces the “Peak Performance Print Experience” – a live customer event in Brussels.

    Hosted at the Fujifilm Advanced Print Technology Centre in late September, the planned event will offer the first chance to see, in person, the new Jet Press 750S High Speed Model and a range of new digital printing solutions.

  • Mimaki pushes creative boundaries in industrial printing Mimaki pushes creative boundaries in industrial printing with new direct-to-object inkjet printers.

    Mimaki is set to open the door to new high-value, high-quality industrial print applications with the launch of its latest product innovations.