Nazdar

• Nazdar launches 2131 series solvent inks for Mutoh printers
  30 Sep 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based wide-format digital inkjet, screen-printing and flexographic ink products, is delighted to announce the launch of Nazdar 2131 Series Solvent Inkjet inks.

• Nazdar - How does an ink company achieve sustainability?
  7 Sep 2022

  Operating a sustainable business is enormously important to companies of all shapes and sizes and across all sectors in the modern market. Customer demand for greener services is on the rise, and, as such, the pressure on businesses to become more environmentally friendly is also increasing.

• Nazdar sticks to ink innovation at Labelexpo Americas 2022
  16 Aug 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will present its diverse range of inks developed for narrow-web printing applications at Labelexpo Americas 2022 next month.

• Nazdar on how clients benefit from remote technical service
  27 Jul 2022

  Remote working is something that many of us have become used to in recent years, with the pandemic having forced staff out of the office and into working from home.

• Nazdar names Shuyang ‘Shaun’ Pan as VP, Chief Strategy Officer
  26 Jul 2022

  Nazdar, a leading manufacturer of screen printing, wide format digital and flexographic inks and a distributor of printing supplies world-wide, is delighted to announce the appointment of Shuyang ‘Shaun’ Pan as Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).

• Nazdar appoints new Territory Manager for Eastern Europe
  9 Jun 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based wide-format digital inkjet, screen-printing and flexographic ink products, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mariusz Fronia as Territory Manager for Eastern Europe.

• Nazdar announces 205 Series inks for Roland TrueVIS printers
  24 May 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based wide-format digital inkjet, screen-printing and flexographic ink products, has announced the launch of the Nazdar 205 Series.

• Nazdar celebrates 100-years with a new look
  23 May 2022

  Nazdar celebrated the 100th anniversary of its foundation with the official launch of a refreshed brand identity. Nazdar's new look reflects the company's celebratory milestone and its commitment to innovation and growth as they embark on the next 100 years.

• Nazdar to showcase latest ink innovations at FESPA 2022
  18 May 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, will be showcasing its brand new and established digital inkjet, screen and flexo inks, as well as examples of its special effects portfolio, at the forthcoming FESPA Global Print Expo 2022.

• Nazdar to manufacture VFP electronic inks for US Market
  17 May 2022

  VFP Ink Technologies has entered into a license and manufacturing agreement with Nazdar to produce and distribute VFP’s electronic ink for the conductive printing market in the US.

• Nazdar appoints Marisol Rodriguez to technical sales role
  11 May 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the leading manufacturer of flexographic, Inkjet, screen-printing, UV-LED, UV, water-based and solvent-based inks and coatings products, is delighted to announce the appointment of Marisol Rodriguez as Narrow Web Technical Sales Representative.

• Nazdar appoints Scott Holub as VP of Quality and Improvement
  3 May 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based wide-format digital inkjet, screen-printing, and flexographic ink products, is delighted to announce the appointment of Scott Holub as Vice President of Quality and Continuous Improvement for Manufacturing.

• Opening Pandora’s Box? Make Colour Management work for you
  21 Apr 2022

  Remote colour management seems to be one of the latest buzz words in the industry, and for good reason. In theory, these products and solutions promise a whole host of benefits to the user that could completely overhaul the way they operate and make life a lot easier.

• Nazdar appoints Joshua Tokar as Ink Jet Field Specialist
  31 Mar 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the industry’s leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based wide-format digital inkjet, screen-printing and flexographic ink products, is delighted to announce the appointment of Joshua Tokar to the role of Ink Jet Field Specialist, effective March 15th, 2022.

• Nazdar to open doors to ink opportunities at InPrint Munich
  9 Feb 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies, the industry’s leading manufacturer of UV, water-based and solvent-based digital inkjet, screen-printing and flexographic ink products, is delighted to announce that it will exhibit at InPrint Munich 2022.

• Nazdar appoints Casey Gagnon to Inkjet Field Specialist role
  21 Jan 2022

  Nazdar has announced the appointment of industry expert Casey Gagnon to the Nazdar Digital Technical Services team in the role of Inkjet Field Specialist for the Chicago region in Illinois, USA.

• Dennis Allen joins Nazdar as Narrow Web Specialist for UK
  18 Jan 2022

  Nazdar has announced the appointment of Dennis Allen to the role of Narrow Web Technical Sales Representative for the UK.

• Nazdar Ink Technologies adds QR codes to product labels
  12 Jan 2022

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has made its inks even easier to work with by adding QR codes to the labels of the majority of its products, allowing customers to easily access key information about its solutions.

• Richard Bowles promoted to Chief Executive Officer at Nazdar
  5 Jan 2022

  Richard Bowles has served as President of Nazdar since January 2018, having joined the business as Vice President of Marketing in December 2002.

• Executive changes within the parent company of Nazdar
  5 Jan 2022

  Thrall Enterprises (TEI), the parent company of the Nazdar family of companies, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dan Potts as President and Chief Executive Officer, as Jeff Thrall transitions to the position of Executive Chairman.

• Shawn Butson joins Nazdar on Narrow Web Technical Sales
  30 Nov 2021

  Nazdar has announced the appointment of Shawn Butson to the role of Narrow Web Technical Sales Representative for the USA’s Northeast Region.

• Nazdar UV-LED inks for digital, screen, narrow web and flexo
  7 Sep 2021

  Backed by almost 20 years of development, UV-LED inks and UV-LED curing systems are no longer a ‘bleeding edge’ technology, but instead now the weapons of choice for many printers across a range of markets.

• Nazdar showcase ink capabilities at Seiko and P&T partner event
  26 Aug 2021

  Nazdar's original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ink products drew widespread praise at Seiko and People & Technology's (P&T) recent OpenWeek event after being used to produce high quality labels and packaging applications at the showcase.

• Nazdar 270 Series UV-LED inks now available globally
  18 Aug 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the global availability of the 270 Series of UV-LED inks.

• Nazdar qualifies DTG-printed T-Shirt for G7 colour control
  28 Jul 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced that its technical service group has qualified the first Direct to Garment (DTG) printed T-Shirt in the G7 methodology of colour control for grey balance. DTG is the newest category for G7 qualifications by IDEAlliance.

• Available in UK/EMEA Nazdar 566 Series of solvent inkjet inks
  22 Jul 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the UK/EMEA availability of its 566 Series of Digital Imaging Inks, designed specifically for use in Oki Colorpainter M-64 LCIS Digital Printers using Oki WX IP6 Inks.

• Nazdar to showcase ink solutions at Partners in Printing Expo
  14 Jul 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced it will be sponsoring and attending the upcoming Partners in Printing 2021 Expo which takes place July 20 - July 22, 2021 at La Crosse Convention Center in Wisconsin.

• Nazdar 770 Series of UV LED inks now available globally
  24 Jun 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the global availability of the 770 Series inks, a general graphics inkset designed for heated medium viscosity printheads.

• Nazdar announces Greg Bengtson as VP Chief Commercial Officer
  22 Jun 2021

  Nazdar is delighted to announce the appointment of Greg Bengtson to the role of Vice-President, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

• Kuipers set for colourful future with Nazdar 708 Series inks
  15 Jun 2021

  Kuipers Print & Sign has paid tribute to the impact Nazdar's 708 Series has had on production, revealing the inks have helped to reduce costs while maintaining excellent quality across a range of applications.

• Poster printer speeds up production with Nazdar LWU770 ink
  4 Jun 2021

  Hungarian poster printing company R+R Ltd has significantly sped up its production process and drastically reduced delivery times to customers since it began using Nazdar LWU770 UV LED inks on a new printer.

• Nazdar extends Chinese screen inks distribution network
  24 May 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has extended its already-extensive distribution network in China by expanding an agreement with Halic Technology Company to include its screen ink solutions.

• Nazdar adds Orange and Light Black options to 130 Series inks
  21 May 2021

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has expanded its 130 Series of solvent inkjet inks with two new colours: Orange and Light Black.

• Nazdar Blog: Technical support during and after Covid-19
  4 May 2021

  We all have a lot of preconceived ideas on how things should be done and what we can expect from others. However, for most of us, all of that changed in early 2020 when Covid-19 entered our lives.

• Nazdar plug and play solution for Modern Ink Signs & Graphics
  16 Apr 2021

  Seeking to cut operational costs for their Mimaki JFX200-2513 printer, Modern Ink Signs & Graphics (Waukesha, WI) was pursuing a less expensive ink alternative to the LUS150 Series original ink set.

• Nazdar announces 707 Series inks available from QPS
  9 Mar 2021

  Quality Print Services Ltd (QPS) has announced the immediate UK availability of Nazdar Ink Technologies' newly announced 707 Series, a UV-LED ink series that is plug-and-play for Mimaki JFX and UJF printers using LUS150 Series.

• Nazdar 706 Series UV-LED inkjet inks now available from QPS
  3 Mar 2021

  Quality Print Services Ltd (QPS), the main UK distributor of Nazdar Ink Technologies' digital inkjet ink products, has announced it will be offering the newly-announced 706 Series of UV-LED inks to its UK customers with immediate effect.

• New Nazdar 708 plug-and-play inks now available from QPS
  9 Feb 2021

  Quality Print Services Ltd (QPS), the main UK distributor of Nazdar Ink Technologies' digital inkjet ink products, has announced it will be offering the newly-announced 708 Series of UV-LED inks to its UK customers with immediate effect.

• QPS and Nazdar mark 20 years of distribution relationship
  16 Dec 2020

  Quality Print Services (QPS) was established in 1997 with customer service at its core. Based in Lancashire in north-west England, Managing Director Chris Bailey can usually be found either driving cross-country to meet a client or under the hood of a printer. Along with providing technical support and an extensive range of hardware, QPS has been a leading UK distributor of alternative inks for the last 20 years.

• Nazdar assist KDM to G7 qualification during production run
  9 Dec 2020

  Nazdar, a leading supplier of screen and digital printing equipment, inks and supplies, has announced that with consultation from its technical expert team, customers can achieve G7 Idealliance qualification without the need for dedicated press runs, leading to significant cost and time savings.

• Demystifying the world of alternative inks
  24 Nov 2020

  Stephen Woodall, Market Segment Manager - Aqueous & Solvent Digital at Nazdar, explains the difference between alternative and OEM inks and answers some of the market's most frequently asked questions.

• A new Nazdar process for predicting colour weathering
  23 Nov 2020

  It's important to ensure the colours in your printed graphics stay bold and true throughout the duration of the installation – your customers will rely on it – and there is a great deal of science behind accurately predicting the speed of ageing outdoors.

• Nazdar announce 565 series inkjet ink now available globally
  17 Aug 2020

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the introduction of its 565 Series inkjet inks. This new series of inks has been designed specifically for use in Oki Colorpainter M-64s inkjet printers using Oki SX IP6 inks.

• Nazdar to showcase ink innovations on SourceOne stand at ISA
  28 Feb 2020

  Experts from Nazdar Ink Technologies will be available on the Nazdar SourceOne stand (5500) at the forthcoming ISA Sign Expo 2020 to field questions about the company's brand new and established inkjet, screen, and flexo inks, as well as its special effects portfolio.

• Nazdar to reveal latest ink innovations at FESPA 2020
  27 Feb 2020

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will exhibit brand-new and established inkjet, screen, and flexo inks, as well as examples of its special effects portfolio, on stand C75 at the forthcoming FESPA 2020 show.

• Nazdar sticks to ink innovation at Latin America Label Summit
  14 Feb 2020

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will present its diverse range of inks developed for narrow-web printing applications on booth #40 at Latin America Label Summit 2020.

• Dean Allen joins Nazdar as OEM Business Development Manager
  23 Jan 2020

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the appointment of Dean Allen as OEM Business Development Manager for EMEA and North America with immediate effect.

• Make-Ready combines silkscreen and digital with Nazdar inks
  19 Nov 2019

  London-based silkscreen printer Make-Ready has been relying on Nazdar inks, supplied by Screentec Print Essentials, to deliver stunning commissions from artists and art galleries across the UK.

• Nazdar to showcase ink solutions at InPrint Munich 2019
  21 Oct 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will once again be exhibiting at InPrint - the industrial print show - this November, showcasing its wide range of UV-LED, traditional UV, solvent and aqueous ink formulations to attendees.

• Nazdar returns to biggest inkjet conference - TheIJC 2019
  14 Oct 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will return to the world's biggest inkjet conference - TheIJC 2019 - this autumn to present its latest developments and discuss the future of inkjet technology with thought-leaders from across the globe.

• Nazdar to showcase latest ink solutions at PRINTING United
  4 Oct 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will be represented at the forthcoming PRINTING United event on the Nazdar SourceOne booth (#8627).

• Cured Ink vs Dried Ink: What’s the Difference?
  25 Sep 2019

  Nazdar’s Terry Kimrey and Laura Patriquin explain the differences between cured and dry ink.

• Nazdar reappoints Martin Burns in new OEM Inks role
  24 Sep 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the appointment of Martin Burns to the position of Business Development Manager for OEM inks, with responsibility for the development of new OEM business and the management of existing business in key segments.

• EFI Fiery technology delivers higher print color quality
  16 Sep 2019

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc. today announced the availability of important advancements in its latest version of Fiery Color Profiler Suite- integrated color management software that gives digital print producers more power than ever before to get color right every time.

• Marabu at Inprint 2019
  12 Sep 2019

  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.

• Karibu receives outstanding energy efficiency
  10 Sep 2019

  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.

• swissQprint in the UK
  23 Aug 2019

  swissQprint is investing in a new subsidiary to become the sole provider of sales, servicing and application support in the UK.

• Quarmby Colour installs EFI VUTEk h3 LED hybrid printer
  1 Aug 2019

  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
  1 Aug 2019

  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.

• Drytac: The hidden cost of 'box movers'
  23 Jul 2019

  In today's 'show me your invoice, I'll beat it' environment it's difficult to compete against the 'box mover' business model. Everyone wants the lowest price and many people think the product is the only thing that counts, so why pay more?

• Registration opens for first-ever WB/Camp
  17 Jul 2019

  Registration is open for the inaugural WB/Camp, a first-of-its-kind summit on water-based ink printing, powered by the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association’s (SGIA) THREADX conference.

• AXYZ introduce redesigned & upgraded panel building solution
  2 Jul 2019

  Leading supplier of CNC machining solutions, AXYZ Automation Group has redesigned and upgraded its well-known three-in-one AXYZ PANELBuilder machine.

• DTG Digital G4 results exceed expectations
  28 Jun 2019

  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.

• Record number attend world-leading tech event EskoWorld 2019
  25 Jun 2019

  A record number of packaging and print specialists from across the globe have descended on Nashville, as Music City becomes EskoWorld for the next three days.

• Hub Labels raises the color bar thanks to Nazdar Ink
  25 Jun 2019

  Hub Labels, a label-print shop in Maryland, USA, has raised the bar in its ability to serve customers, thanks to a partnership with Nazdar Ink Technologies.

• Mimaki TX300P-1800 printer on demonstration at ITMA 2019
  20 Jun 2019

  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.

• Mimaki to showcase 3D print technology at RapidTech FabCon
  17 Jun 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).

• Woodrow Williams joins Nazdar as VP of Global Manufacturing
  11 Jun 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the appointment of Woodrow Williams III as Vice President of Global Manufacturing, effective June 10, 2019.

• SGIA support next-generation printers at SkillsUSA Conference
  4 Jun 2019

  With the support of member volunteers and donors, the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) will participate for its eighth year in the upcoming SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) (June 24 - 28; Louisville, Ky.), a hands-on competition for career and technical education students.

• Neschen continues to grow with the acquisition of Netra AG
  28 May 2019

  Neschen Coating GmbH is part of the Blue Cap Group and is a manufacturer of printing media, functional and repair films, laminators and industrial coating solutions. Neschen Coating GmbH is taking over the Swiss Netra AG and is thus expanding its European sales activities with a further European location.

• Nazdar boosts Narrow Web team with appointment of Tom Glover
  22 May 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the appointment of Tom Glover as a Narrow Web Technical Sales Representative, effective 29th April 2019. Based out of Nazdar’s UK headquarters in Stockport, Tom will be responsible for providing technical support, boosting customer awareness, and ultimately increasing sales of Nazdar’s extensive range of narrow web solutions within the EMEA territory.

• Nazdar announce global availability of Nazdar 204 Series ink
  20 May 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the introduction of its 204 Series digital imaging Inks. Previewed at FESPA 2019 earlier this month, the new 204 Series inks have been designed specifically for use in Roland TrueVIS SG and VG Series digital printers using Roland TrueVIS ink.

• Expanded automotive aftermarket portfolio by Avery Dennison
  16 May 2019

  A significantly expanded automotive toolkit is showcasing at this year’s Avery Dennison FESPA stand. Additions to the range include three new Supreme Wrapping Film colours, a new option for paint protection and a comprehensive range of automotive window films.

• Massivit 3D appoints Erez Zimerman as new CEO
  15 May 2019

  Massivit 3D Printing Technologies, the leading provider of large format 3D printing solutions, has announced the appointment of Erez Zimerman as new CEO.

• Mimaki JFX200-2513EX to offer more than double productivity
  14 May 2019

  Hybrid Services, the exclusive distributor for Mimaki inkjet printers and cutting systems in the UK and Ireland, has announced the launch of the new Mimaki JFX200-2513EX – an 8’ x 4’ flatbed LED UV printer that adds additional features and increased productivity to the current line-up.

• Roland DGs VersaSTUDIO BT-12 DTG printer now available
  9 May 2019

  Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and 3D devices worldwide, today announced availability in the EMEA region of the VersaSTUDIO BT-12, Roland’s first direct-to-garment desktop printer for printing directly onto cotton-based* products.

• Nazdar announces plans for Label Summit Latin America 2019
  17 Apr 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will showcase its diverse range of inks developed for narrow-web printing applications at Label Summit Latin America, scheduled to take place in Medellin, Colombia, on 14th and 15th May 2019.

• Nazdar Ink to reveal latest innovations at FESPA Global 2019
  9 Apr 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will exhibit brand new and established inkjet, screen and flexo inks, as well as examples of its special effects portfolio, at the forthcoming FESPA Global Print Expo 2019.

• Nazdar InkAnswers Tech Blog: Troubleshooting Print Issues
  12 Mar 2019

  In a perfect world every print job would run with ease – the third job running the same as the first and the second. However, in reality, problems can – and do – arise, owing to multiple potential factors. But how do you know if the problem is caused by the ink, substrate, equipment or a combination of these?

• Nazdar announces new 735 Bridge Series inks for UV printers
  4 Mar 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has launched a new high-quality alternative UV inkjet ink for printing-bridge industrial presses, HP Scitex FB7500 and FB7600.

• Got technical questions on ink? This Nazdar video will help
  19 Feb 2019

  Nazdar Ink Technologies is marking the ongoing success of InkAnswers with the launch of a brief new video explaining how this award-winning - and completely free of charge - Q&A service works: https://youtu.be/ggo1vR3hv7w

• Nazdar partners with Focus Label to drive growth of UV LED
  7 Nov 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has partnered with Focus Label Machinery to help drive the growth of UV LED technology within the label converter market in the UK and EMEA.

• Nazdar Ink to showcase ink solutions at InPrint Milan 2018
  8 Oct 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will once again be among the exhibitors at InPrint - the industrial print show - in Milan, Italy this November, showcasing its wide range of UV-LED, traditional UV, solvent and aqueous ink formulations to attendees.

• Nazdar highlights ink solutions at the SGIA Expo 2018
  27 Sep 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will once more be a key exhibitor at SGIA Expo, taking place between 18th and 20th October 2018 in Las Vegas, USA. The event brings together professionals from across the speciality and wide-format printing markets and welcomes delegates from around the world.

• Nazdar brings big ideas to world's biggest inkjet conference
  18 Sep 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will return to the world's biggest inkjet conference - TheIJC 2018 - this autumn to present its latest developments and discuss the future of the technology with thought-leaders from across the globe.

• Spotlight on Jim Whitehead, Nazdar flexo ink expert
  10 Sep 2018

  Since his appointment to the Nazdar team in February 2018, Jim Whitehead has been engaged in promoting Nazdar’s product offerings in the flexo technology sector to the UK and other European markets.

• Nazdar Ink announces new Primers for Indigo printing
  7 Sep 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced new Primers for Indigo printing.

• Nazdar releases 184 Series solvent inkjet ink
  31 Aug 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the 184 Series, a newly developed digital imaging ink formulated specifically as a high-performance alternative for Mimaki JV150/300 and CJV150/300 digital printers using Mimaki BS4 ink.

• Nazdar sticks to Ink Innovation at Labelexpo Americas 2018
  29 Aug 2018

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will present its diverse range of inks developed for narrow-web printing applications at Labelexpo Americas 2018, Booth 547.

• Dan Zmuda named Regional Sales Manager in Textile Unit
  28 Jun 2018

  Nazdar SourceOne is pleased to announce that Dan Zmuda has been promoted to the role of Regional Sales Manager, East - Textile Business Unit for Nazdar SourceOne.

• Mr. Cricket knocks competition for six with Roland DG TrueVIS SG-300 investment
  20 Sep 2017

  

  Sporting equipment supplier, Mr. Cricket has brought lucrative personalisation services in-house following investment in Roland DG printer/cutter technology, saving more than £10,000 every year. A TrueVIS SG-300 printer/cutter was installed in late 2016 and has streamlined the company's business processes, boosted profit margins, and delivered greater control over the quality and delivery of personalised apparel and equipment.

  Merrick Fuller opened the Mr. Cricket store specialising in cricket equipment six years ago in Burwell, near Cambridge, serving local cricket-mad customers as well as supplying personalised sportswear and uniform to a local independent school. Fast-forward to 2016 and business was booming, with a huge increase in the demand of personalised uniform, sportswear, match apparel and cricket kit from more than 100 sports clubs and six local schools.

  Mr. Cricket is a veritable Aladdin’s cave of cricketing equipment. It is managed by Merrick, a keen cricketer and Sky Sports Cricket Coach of the Year 2009 and supported by Paul Redfarn ex-England U19 Captain, alongside an additional five members of very knowledgeable staff. The team provides expert help and advice for all cricketers – regardless of age, experience or ability – either face-to-face, over the phone or via its online shop.

  

  As business grew, the cost of outsourcing personalised printing services soared to approximately £20,000 per annum. Merrick Fuller explains: “Whilst we supplied the kit ourselves, we had to outsource the personalised print services and as the business boomed, we found it increasingly expensive. We also had less control over the quality of the finished products and the turnaround times of orders, so we looked to bring the printing in-house.”

  A self-confessed ‘total novice’ when it comes to printers, Merrick met with Grafityp, an approved Roland DG UK dealer, which recommended the TrueVIS SG-300 printer/cutter that offers a massive range of production capabilities at an incredibly attractive price point.

  Since its installation Merrick estimates that the printer has already saved the company ‘thousands of pounds’ while enabling the addition of new print services including banners, sponsor boards, branded items and much more to Mr. Cricket's portfolio.

  Merrick explains: “We mainly use our Roland machine for printing names, numbers, club badges and logos to personalise sports and school wear and we’ve seen a big uptake on that part of the business. However, we’ve also recently created a cricket scoreboard-style wedding table plan, and printed sponsor-branded wrap-arounds for cricket stumps!

  “With our Roland printer, we’ve more opportunity for growth as we are able to offer more services; everything is now under our control and we can confidently meet customers’ needs quickly, whilst guaranteeing the quality of the end-product.”

  

  In terms of challenges faced learning to use the printer/cutter, there have been very few. Those Mr. Cricket has encountered, Merrick puts down to his self-confessed novice with printers’ status: “For us, the challenge has been learning how to use the design software rather than the print software and technical support from the Roland DG team has been very important to us. When we’ve made silly errors, they’ve supported us brilliantly. They’re very accommodating and helpful and you never feel like you’re calling them with daft questions.

  “I also went on a Roland DG training course last month, the Intermediate Digital Print Course, which was incredibly useful for us as it’s our first experience using this type of printer. We’ll definitely look at attending further courses at the Roland DG Academy as our confidence grows.”

  It’s not just Merrick Fuller’s confidence that is growing though. Following on from the success of the Mr. Cricket business, he has launched the Mr. Hockey website, with a Mr. Custom Clothing site in the offing.

  Merrick Fuller concludes: “These new sites have been established thanks to the natural growth of our customer base and their expanding requirements. The additional services that the Roland DG TrueVIS SG-300 printer/cutter has enabled us to offer has been a key part of this success.”

  For more information on Mr. Cricket, please visit www.mrcricketshop.co.uk

• Nazdar to present latest developments and future innovations of inkjet at TheIJC 2017
  20 Sep 2017

  

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will return to the world's biggest inkjet conference this autumn to present its latest developments and discuss the future of the technology.

  Rather than a traditional trade show, the fourth Annual InkJet Conference – known as TheIJC 2017 – is an opportunity for those working in inkjet engineering and chemistry to get up to speed with the newest changes and innovations from a technical point of view. While the event is an ideal introduction to the field of inkjet, TheIJC 2017 will also offer an in-depth exploration of trends, technology breakthroughs and the top manufacturers – Nazdar key among them – bringing ideas to fruition.

  TheIJC 2017 will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany on October 24th and 25th 2017, with the Nazdar team presenting the market-leading brand's advanced inkjet technology and advising delegates on the right ink for their needs. Thanks to nearly 100 years of ink development expertise and collaborations with equipment and printhead manufacturers, Nazdar offers an extensive range of custom and market-ready ink solutions for print businesses spanning myriad sectors.

  Nazdar is a leader in UV inkjet inks for markets including direct-to-shape, container, electronics and single-pass web, and in water-based inks for direct and indirect textile printing, interior décor, deco laminates and more. Visitors to TheIJC 2017 will be able to learn more about these and the whole range of Nazdar inks – whether their requirements are for graphics or industrial, digital, screen or flexographic printing.

  "TheIJC is very much a conference rather than a trade show – the emphasis is on discovering and discussing new inkjet technology and products in an in-depth way," comments James MacDonald, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Nazdar Ink Technologies.

  "You won't find a cacophony of machine noise at our stand, but an opportunity to discuss your unique needs and the perfect Nazdar inks to meet them."

  Nazdar will be among the 70 tabletop exhibitors at TheIJC 2017, alongside 50 presentations and a wealth of networking opportunities. Over 400 attendees are expected in Germany for the two-day event, from inkjet technology developers, engineers, chemists, and researchers to businesses looking to know more about how they can benefit from the very latest ink formulations.

  Tickets for TheIJC 2017 are now available from www.theijc.com. For more information on Nazdar, please visit www.nazdar.com.

  [Picture caption: Visitors to TheIJC 2017 will be able to explore Nazdar's extensive inkjet knowledge]

   

• Nazdar to present latest developments and future innovations of inkjet at TheIJC 2017
  20 Sep 2017

  

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will return to the world's biggest inkjet conference this autumn to present its latest developments and discuss the future of the technology.

  Rather than a traditional trade show, the fourth Annual InkJet Conference – known as TheIJC 2017 – is an opportunity for those working in inkjet engineering and chemistry to get up to speed with the newest changes and innovations from a technical point of view. While the event is an ideal introduction to the field of inkjet, TheIJC 2017 will also offer an in-depth exploration of trends, technology breakthroughs and the top manufacturers – Nazdar key among them – bringing ideas to fruition.

  TheIJC 2017 will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany on October 24th and 25th 2017, with the Nazdar team presenting the market-leading brand's advanced inkjet technology and advising delegates on the right ink for their needs. Thanks to nearly 100 years of ink development expertise and collaborations with equipment and printhead manufacturers, Nazdar offers an extensive range of custom and market-ready ink solutions for print businesses spanning myriad sectors.

  Nazdar is a leader in UV inkjet inks for markets including direct-to-shape, container, electronics and single-pass web, and in water-based inks for direct and indirect textile printing, interior décor, deco laminates and more. Visitors to TheIJC 2017 will be able to learn more about these and the whole range of Nazdar inks – whether their requirements are for graphics or industrial, digital, screen or flexographic printing.

  "TheIJC is very much a conference rather than a trade show – the emphasis is on discovering and discussing new inkjet technology and products in an in-depth way," comments James MacDonald, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Nazdar Ink Technologies.

  "You won't find a cacophony of machine noise at our stand, but an opportunity to discuss your unique needs and the perfect Nazdar inks to meet them."

  Nazdar will be among the 70 tabletop exhibitors at TheIJC 2017, alongside 50 presentations and a wealth of networking opportunities. Over 400 attendees are expected in Germany for the two-day event, from inkjet technology developers, engineers, chemists, and researchers to businesses looking to know more about how they can benefit from the very latest ink formulations.

  Tickets for TheIJC 2017 are now available from www.theijc.com. For more information on Nazdar, please visit www.nazdar.com.

  [Picture caption: Visitors to TheIJC 2017 will be able to explore Nazdar's extensive inkjet knowledge]

   

• Elif chooses Esko Equinox to manage its diverse colour needs
  17 Sep 2017

  

  Global flexible packaging provider Elif has invested in Esko’s Equinox colour management solution to enhance end-to-end optimisation and achieve consistent, high quality colours for brilliant printing results.

• GPT to host PrintoberFest 2017 – festival of sign, display and graphics applications
  17 Sep 2017

  

  Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) has announced that PrintoberFest, its regular October Festival of Signs, Display and Graphics Applications, is back for a 4th year at its office in Reading.

• Soyang Europe launches innovative new HP Latex certified textile range
  17 Sep 2017

  

  Soyang Europe has announced the availability of a new range of HP Latex certified textiles that leverage the most from the printer manufacturer’s latest latex ink set.

• Label specialist Pubbliservice enhances production with Durst Tau 330 E UV
  17 Sep 2017

  

  Durst has announced that Pubbliservice, Parma, Italy, has chosen a Tau 330 E UV inkjet label press to enhance its short-run cosmetic, chemical, detergent and food label production.

• Graphtec GB to demonstrate latest cutting solutions at SignLink LIVE
  17 Sep 2017

  

  On Stand J03, Graphtec GB will demonstrate selected products from its wide range of cutting solutions. These comprise examples from the flagship FC8600 and the CE6000 series of roll-fed cutters, the latest FCX2000 series of flatbed machines and the newly renamed F-MARK combined automatic digital die-cutting and sheet-feeding system.

  The upgraded FC8600 series of cutters incorporates the latest version 6 of Graphtec’s proprietary ARMS (Automatic Registration Mark Sensing) system and the ISM (Intelligent Scan Mode) function and is supplied with the latest Graphtec Pro Studio software. This is based on the popular FlexiSIGN family of design and production software from SAi for which Graphtec GB is a preferred business partner and distributor in the UK and Ireland. The FC8600 has a maximum cutting speed of 1,485mm/sec to claim ‘fastest in class’ status and a cutting force of 600gf.

  The renamed CE6000 PLUS series of cutters is now available with new and enhanced features to enable radically increased levels of productivity. The cutters have a maximum cutting speed of 1,000mm/sec (exclusive to the CE6000 PLUS 120 model) and a cutting force of 300gf (up to 450gf on the CE6000-40 machine). Key features of this economically priced cutter include the Graphtec ARMS facility, tangential emulation and a perforation cutting function. The CE6000 PLUS series is also supplied with Graphtec Pro Studio software.

  At SignLink LIVE, Graphtec GB will be donating a CE6000-60ES cutter as a prize in the Golden Ticket Draw at the show.

  Noteworthy design features of the latest FCX2000 series of flatbed cutters to be demonstrated include a specially configured cutting head incorporating two tool holders, the first of which holds a knife and the second a creasing tool to enable a dual cutting and creasing function. A USB port enables offline operation and files to be saved and retrieved remotely as well as a barcode function that enables printed barcode and the relevant cutting data to be recalled from memory and cut. The cutters also incorporate the latest version 6 of Graphtec’s ARMS facility.

  The renamed F-MARK combined automatic sheet feeder and digital die cutter is based on the popular Graphtec CE6000-40 cutter. The machine is available in a choice of three sizes (920 x 610, 920 x 1,200 and 920 x 1,800mm). There is also the option of either a vacuum suction or electrostatic material hold-down facility, with the former better suited to the processing of heavier and thicker materials and the latter more suitable for lighter-weight media.

  The F-Mark cutter can be used for a wide range of print and cut applications, including primarily short-run label production, digital prints and packaging, thus enabling sign and graphics manufacturers and print finishing specialists to diversify into new markets. The extremely compact footprint also enables the machine to be mounted to a work surface as small as 60 x 67cm.

  [Image shows Graphtec CE6000-60ES cutter]

• Industry support builds for Pure Digital Show in Amsterdam
  16 Sep 2017

  

  The Digital Print Event for the Creative Industry 

  The Pure Digital Show which will take place in Amsterdam has attracted the strong support of some of the leading names in print technology including HP, Canon, Felix Schoeller, Mimaki, Tonejet, and Sihl along with the support of leading associations such as SI’BON, IGI, and DGI.

• Zünd UK Ltd exemplifies innovation at 'most successful packaging show to date'
  16 Sep 2017

  

  Zünd UK Ltd has closed another edition of Packaging Innovations, having showcased its groundbreaking Zünd S3 M1600 digital cutting table to delegates from across the packaging industry.

  Reported by its organisers as its 'most successful show to date', Packaging Innovations 2017 and sister event Luxury Packaging 2017 took place at London's Olympia on September 13th and 14th 2017. The shows featured demonstrations of systems including the Zünd S3 M1600, plus networking opportunities, seminars, advice and an awards ceremony honouring the sector's best ideas and developments.

  The Zünd UK Ltd team – based in St Albans – welcomed visitors from across the sector to its stand where it demonstrated the Zünd S3 and explained its capabilities for sample-making and short-run packaging production.

  "Once again, Packaging Innovations was a successful show for Zünd and offered an insight into the developments of an exciting market – Peter Jones from Dragons' Den was even spotted at the event," comments Stuart Cole, Managing Director, Zünd Plotting Systems (UK) Ltd.

  "The Zünd S3 has found a place in packaging businesses across the world thanks to its fast, accurate capabilities, enabling the production of some amazing designs."

  As a modular system, the Swiss-made Zünd S3 on show was configured for use with carton and corrugated materials – fitted with a selection of complementary tools, software and modules designed to increase the speed, accuracy, cost efficiency and quality of packaging designs.

  Just one of several options in the Zünd S3 cutting table range, the Zünd S3 M1600 is a medium-sized system with an energy-efficient vacuum system to hold down material for accurate cutting, advanced automation abilities and numerous safety features. It can process a wide range of substrates including wood, textiles, composite materials, leather, signage substrates and more, enabling packaging businesses to explore potential diversification channels.

  Packaging Innovations is expected to return to London and Birmingham in 2018.

  For further information on Zünd cutting systems or to book a visit to Zünd UK Ltd's demonstration suite in St Albans, please email salesuk@zund.com or call +44 (0)1727 833003.

  [Picture caption: Zünd UK Ltd prepared to show visitors the Zünd S3 M1600 on the first day of Packaging Innovations]