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• Avery Dennison introduces SPF-XI Supreme Protection Film
  31 Oct 2018

  Avery Dennison has released a new paint protection film that offers self-healing performance. SPF-XI Supreme Protection Film maintains a vehicle’s appearance while helping to retain resale value by shielding paint from unsightly damage.

• OKI Data specialty printer team back from SGIA
  30 Oct 2018

  For their final show, SGIA pulled out all the stops and spared no expense this year at the Las Vegas Convention Center and OKI Data, led by Arthur Verwey, Sr. Product Marketing Manager, and his team were there to help make this last show a huge success for all involved.

• SGIA Expo 2018 ends strong for FUJIFILM
  30 Oct 2018

  FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Systems Division’s innovative superwide and wide format inkjet solutions attracted large crowds at SGIA Expo 2018 in Las Vegas.

• EFI reports record third quarter revenue for 2018
  30 Oct 2018

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (Nasdaq: EFII), a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation, today announced its results for the third quarter of 2018.

• Hargittai & Miller pair up to win SGIA Wrap Team Challenge
  27 Oct 2018

  How well — and how fast — can you wrap the side of a 2018 Ford Mustang GT? That’s the challenge nine two-person teams faced in the Wrap Team Challenge, hosted by the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association’s (SGIA) PDAA Committee over the three days of last week’s 2018 SGIA Expo.

• The final SGIA Expo paves the way for 2019's PRINTING United
  22 Oct 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association’s (SGIA) 2018 SGIA Expo — the last before launching its PRINTING United trade show with NAPCO Media in 2019 — brought more than 24,000 people to the Las Vegas Convention Center October 18–20.

• EFI Fiery DesignPro delivers stunning textile prints
  22 Oct 2018

  Apparel and textile design professionals can streamline their design processes, saving significant time and empowering designers to get the best possible print results, with updated and new tools available in version 4 of the EFI Fiery DesignPro software suite from Electronics For Imaging, Inc.

• New EFI Reggiani TERRA promises textile print efficiency
  22 Oct 2018

  New EFI Reggiani TERRA solution from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. is a high-performance digital production offering featuring a new pigment ink set and binder for fast, sustainable, and cost-competitive industrial textile printing.

• SGIA Golden Image Winners announced
  22 Oct 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) recognized the best printing in the industry at the 2018 SGIA Expo today, presenting winners of this year’s Golden Image Competition.

• RICOH USA unveil new Pro TF6250 wide-format flatbed printer
  19 Oct 2018

  Ricoh USA, Inc. today unveiled a new wide-format flatbed printer designed to deliver a broad set of applications for the sign, graphics and décor markets.

• Roland DGA’s TrueVIS VG Printer/Cutters awarded top honors
  19 Oct 2018

  In a comprehensive laboratory evaluation, Roland DG’s TrueVIS VG series wide-format printer/cutters won two prestigious Buyers Lab awards, including Outstanding Enhanced CMYK Eco Solvent/Latex 54″/64″ Printer (7-Color) and Outstanding High Production CMYK Eco-Solvent/Latex 54”/64” Printer (Dual CMYK).

• EFI showcases new signage and textile technologies at SGIA
  19 Oct 2018

  Visitors to the 2018 SGIA Expo will see the advanced technologies that can create their future success from Electronics For Imaging, Inc..

• SGIA announces 2018–2019 Board of Directors
  19 Oct 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is pleased to announce its 2018–2019 Board of Directors, led by Chairman Thomas Cooper of WestRock Merchandising Displays.

• Gerber Technology introduces Tool Kit for MCT cutter
  19 Oct 2018

  Gerber Technology announced the debut of a new tool kit designed specifically for packaging and finishing applications at SGIA.

• Avery Dennison announce “Wrap Like a King” challenge winners
  17 Oct 2018

  Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions has named four continental winning vehicle graphics installers in the “Wrap Like A King” Challenge".

• Enfocus and Tilia Labs join forces at SGIA 2018
  12 Oct 2018

  Today, Enfocus, the maker of Enfocus Pitstop, the industry standard for PDF preflight and editing, and Enfocus Switch, the award winning automation solution, along with Tilia Labs, developer of industry leading planning, imposition, and automation software solutions, announce a joint exhibit at the SGIA show in Las Vegas, Nevada (October 18—20th, 2018).

• Introducing HP Recycled Satin Canvas, turning trash into art
  11 Oct 2018

  HP is leading the way to reduce the impact on the environment by designing products that are manufactured, used and recovered in a more sustainable way—introducing HP Recycled Satin Canvas—a printable canvas made 100% from recycled water bottles!

• Drytac welcomes back Wayne Colbath as VP of Sales, USA
  11 Oct 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has appointed Wayne Colbath as Vice President of Sales for the United States of America.

• Fujifilm's OnsetM earns “Product of the Year” from SGIA
  11 Oct 2018

  FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Systems Division announces ‘Product of the Year’ honors for the OnsetM, a high quality B1 format, 27.8” x 39.4” (707 mm x 1000 mm) inkjet printer, designed for the evolving needs of the commercial, display graphics, packaging and industrial print markets.

• Gerber Technology acquires MCT Digital
  11 Oct 2018

  Gerber Technology announced today that it has acquired MCT Digital, adding modular laser cutting technology to their existing industrial strength finishing solution hardware and software portfolio.

• Labelexpo Americas 2018 records largest show to date
  9 Oct 2018

  The organizer of Labelexpo Americas is pleased to report that the 16th edition of the biennial trade show was the largest in its history. A total of 487 exhibitors were spread across the biggest floorspace yet, at 203,642 sqft, with almost 30% of exhibitors new to this year’s show.

• Roland DGA to feature live customer interviews at SGIA
  9 Oct 2018

  There will be no shortage of excitement in Roland DGA’s booth at the 2018 SGIA Expo, October 18-20, in Las Vegas. In addition to showcasing its latest inkjet printers and other advanced digital devices, Roland will be conducting a complete schedule of live, in-booth special events designed to engage, educate and inspire attendees.

• Fujifilm to showcase many inkjet solutions at SGIA Expo 2018
  9 Oct 2018

  FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Systems Division will showcase an impressive line-up of new and innovative wide format solutions to print industry experts at SGIA Expo 2018 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #1119, October 18 – 20, 2018.

• Zund America break ground on new North American Headquarters
  9 Oct 2018

  Zund America, Inc. (Zünd) held a groundbreaking for their new North American Headquarters being constructed at Drexel Town Square in Oak Creek, WI.

• EFI appoints Bill Muir as new CEO
  4 Oct 2018

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc., a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation, today announced that its Board of Directors has named William (Bill) D. Muir as its new Chief Executive Officer. Muir was most recently the Chief Operating Officer of Jabil, a product solutions company. His appointment is effective October 15, 2018, when he will also join the Board of Directors. 

• Avery Dennison name winners of “Wrap Like A King” Challenge
  4 Oct 2018

  Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions announced today that 10 vehicle graphics installers from around the world have been named Regional Wrap Kings in the “Wrap Like a King” Challenge featuring Avery Dennison Supreme Wrapping Film, the Conform Chrome and ColorFlow Series and MPI 1105 Supercast Digital film.

• Kernow to showcase award winning products at SGIA Expo
  3 Oct 2018

  The global leader of digitally printable synthetic substrates, Kernow North America, will be showing their extensive wide format range and new products at booth 1071 during this years’ SGIA show in Las Vegas from October 18-20.

• Océ Colorado 1640 raises revenue for Spectrum Print Plus
  2 Oct 2018

  Canon Solutions America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announced that Spectrum Print Plus, a digital cut-sheet commercial print service provider located in Canton, Massachusetts, recently installed an Océ Colorado 1640 roll-to-roll wide-format printer in its quest to enter the wide-format market.

• OneVision Software to show Wide Format Automation at SGIA
  2 Oct 2018

  With its Wide Format Automation Suite, specially designed to meet the requirements of wide and super wide format printers, the German manufacturer of prepress software is setting the focus for its presence at the SGIA Expo in Las Vegas in October.

• Roland DGA announce “Discover Roland Explore Africa” contest
  1 Oct 2018

  Roland DG’s new “Discover Roland, Explore Africa” contest gives entrants a chance to win an all-expenses paid African sight-seeing safari for two, including airfare, accommodations, meals and guided tours. The global contest, which will run through November 30, 2018, is designed to encourage prospects to get a hands-on product demonstration of Roland technology.

• Michelle Johnson, new Director of Worldwide Marketing at SAi
  1 Oct 2018

  SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing and CNC machining industries, has announced the promotion of Michelle Johnson to Director of Worldwide Marketing.

• Sustainability Luncheon will cover Goods and Strategies
  1 Oct 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) announced Libra Balian, Brand Leaders Chair, Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP); Brian Hite, President, Image Options; and Yalmaz Siddiqui, Vice President of Corporate Sustainability, MGM Resorts, as featured speakers for the Brands Talking Sustainability Luncheon at the 2018 SGIA Expo.

• CHILI publish announces new strategic partnerships
  1 Oct 2018

  CHILI publish is proud to announce it has formed strategic partnerships with four companies: Significans Automation, Ink-IT Digital, Apago and PrintIQ.

• Tilia Labs takes Vanguard Breakthrough trophy at PRINT 18
  1 Oct 2018

  Tilia Labs, a leading developer of planning, imposition, and automation software solutions for the graphic arts industries, has been distinguished with a Vanguard Breakthrough Award by the Association for Print Technologies at PRINT 18. The Award recognizes Tilia Labs’ Phoenix 7.0 software, which is being previewed at PRINT 18 (booth 540).

• EFI announces two new 5th generation Cretaprint printers
  27 Sep 2018

  Tile manufacturers can achieve efficient, high-end digital decoration for nearly any size configuration or design need using the versatile and proven line of EFI Cretaprint printers from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. 

• JK Group to showcase Impres Soft Signage System at SGIA
  27 Sep 2018

  JK Group has announced it will be showcasing the Impres digital soft signage printing system at SGIA in Las Vegas next month. The Impres 4320 printer will be demonstrated using Dybrid, dye-sublimation ink developed by JK Group for MS Printing. SGIA runs from 18th to 20th October and JK Group will be in Booth 1473.

• 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.

• Drytac to unveil new and award-winning products at SGIA Expo
  27 Sep 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, will be a key exhibitor at the forthcoming SGIA Expo 2018, with award-winning products on show. Drytac will also be presenting an educational seminar regarding retail signage ideas and applications.

• Roland DGA wins two SGIA 2018 “Product of the Year” awards
  26 Sep 2018

  Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and other advanced digital devices, has announced that two of its products – the Roland VersaUV LEC-540 printer/cutter and ECO-UV ink – have won coveted 2018 Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) “Product of the Year” Awards.

• Trotec SP2000 receives SGIA 2018 Product of the Year Award
  25 Sep 2018

  Trotec Laser is proud to announce that its SP2000 laser cutter for large format materials has received the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association’s (SGIA) Product of the Year Award in the Lasers-Routers-Cutters 4 x 8' or larger category.

• SAi subscription-based software model surpasses 10,000 users
  25 Sep 2018

  SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing and CNC machining industries, has announced that users of its flagship software-by-subscription initiative now number well over 10,000, as purchases recently surpassed the impressive milestone during Q2 of this year.

• Onyx Graphics to debut ONYX 18.5 with APPE 5 at SGIA 2018
  21 Sep 2018

  Onyx Graphics, Inc. today announced the debut of ONYX 18.5 software at the upcoming SGIA Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.

• New gloss pastel colors added to Avery Dennison portfolio
  20 Sep 2018

  A distinctively ‘retro’ look is now being offered by four new soft pastel tones in the Avery Dennison Supreme Wrapping Film portfolio. The new Tough Pastel series of colors includes Cloudy Blue, Smoky Blue, Sea-Breeze Blue and Light Pistachio.

• Béflex chooses EFI VUTEk h3 hybrid superwide printer
  20 Sep 2018

  Budapest-based Béflex, a PoC (Point of Communication) print expert company, purchased the groundbreaking new EFI VUTEk h3 hybrid flatbed/roll superwide-format printer from Electronics For Imaging, Inc.

• Upgraded variable data, Illustrator plugin and more for CHILI
  20 Sep 2018

  CHILI publish introduces a first novelty wave for its flagship solution CHILI publisher, the Universal Graphics Engine. The enhancements establish the solution as a new comparative benchmark in the VDP business segment.

• Renolit claim calendered vinyl viable for vehicle wrapping
  19 Sep 2018

  American RENOLIT Corp (ARC), a leading manufacturer of high-quality plastic films in the USA, continues to be at the forefront of superior, versatile and cost effective calendered polymeric films for a variety of commercial and personal vehicle wrapping applications.

• Nimlok announces new e-book on interactive exhibit programs
  13 Sep 2018

  Nimlok, a division of Orbus Exhibit & Display Group, is excited to announce the introduction of the new thought-provoking e-book – Inspiring & Interactive Exhibits: Success Stories.

• SGIA Expo savings available for one more week
  13 Sep 2018

  September 19 is the last day to take advantage of reduced rates for registration, education sessions and special events.

• Labelexpo Americas and TLMI extend 25 year partnership
  13 Sep 2018

  Labelexpo Global Series are pleased to confirm the continuation of over 25 years of partnership working with TLMI, which extends TLMI's position as Co-Sponsor of Labelexpo Americas for another 10 years.

• Avery Dennison introduces new reflective printable films
  12 Sep 2018

  Avery Dennison announced today the launch of a new portfolio of reflective vinyl films. This new lineup includes V2000 Beaded Reflective Film, printable V4000 Beaded Reflective Film and Visiflex V8000 Series Prismatic Reflective Vinyl.

• Epson opens new Technology Center in California
  11 Sep 2018

  Epson America, Inc. today announced the opening of the Epson Technology Center in Carson, Calif.

• SAi partners with Avery Dennison to develop RIP software
  10 Sep 2018

  SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing and CNC machining industries, has partnered with Avery Dennison to develop specialized software for the company’s TrafficJet Print System.

• SGIA unveils 2018 SGIA Expo T-shirt
  7 Sep 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) unveiled the design of its 2018 SGIA Expo T-shirt, designed for the second straight year by Graphic Elephants. Shirts will sell for $5 at the Expo (Las Vegas, October 18–20), and proceeds will support the Nevada SPCA.

• Esko's presence at many booths during LabelExpo Americas
  7 Sep 2018

  The label industry has continued to face the challenges of producing more labels faster—but in shorter runs. This has resulted in lead-time pressure and the growing complexity of workflows supporting the need for greater efficiencies.

• Mimaki USA Sign CAD BLU as National Dealer for the 3DUJ-553
  6 Sep 2018

  Mimaki USA, a global industry leader of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, has signed CAD BLU as the national dealer for the 3DUJ-553 full-color industrial 3D printer.

• EFI Nozomi and VUTEk h3 wins SGIA Product of the Year Awards
  6 Sep 2018

  SGIA has recognized Electronics For Imaging, Inc. technologies with two prestigious SGIA Product of the Year Awards.

• HP Media wins SGIA Product of the Year Award
  6 Sep 2018

  Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) announced the winners of its annual Product of the Year competition. Sixty-eight, state-of-the-art products were selected from a huge pool of 255 submissions.

• Open a window of opportunity with high-impact graphics
  5 Sep 2018

  Window graphics can make a big impact for retailers, offices, cafes and plenty of other organisations. The right design, installed correctly using specialised materials, can make a bold and vibrant statement on both external windows and inside a building.

• Mutoh America wins 4 SGIA Product of the Year Awards
  4 Sep 2018

  Mutoh America, Inc., an industry leader in wide-format printers, was recently honored with the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association's (SGIA) Product of the Year award for the ValueJet 1624X - 64 inch printer in the "Solvent or Latex Ink Under 80 inch" category, the ValueJet 2638X - 104 inch printer in the "Solvent or Latex Ink Over 80 inch" category, the ValueJet 1638UH - 64 inch UV-LED hybrid printer in the "Flatbed/Hybrid Under $100k"category and ValueJet 626UF UV/LED flatbed in the "Tabletop Flatbed - industrial small item decoration" category.

• Onyx Graphics sets new standards to support global customers
  29 Aug 2018

  Onyx Graphics, Inc., the market leader in powerful and reliable wide-format and grand-format RIP and print workflow software, is committed to aiding customer success by providing 24/7 resources for customers around the globe.

• SGIA: Agfa Graphics Winner of 4 Product of the Year Awards
  29 Aug 2018

  In a record-setting competition, Agfa Graphics has won four Product of the Year awards from the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA).

• SAi receive Software Certification for HP DesignJet Printers
  29 Aug 2018

  SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing and CNC machining industries, today announces that its market-acclaimed SAi Flexi software solution is certified for use with both the HP DesignJet Z6610 and DesignJet Z6810 printers.

• SGIA announces 2018 Product of the Year Winners
  26 Aug 2018

  After evaluating a record-setting field of 255 submissions, judges of the 2018 Product of the Year Competition selected 68 winning products, the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) announced today.

• The BoxMaker chooses HP PageWide C500 Press
  23 Aug 2018

  The BoxMaker, a leading manufacturer of digitally printed packaging solutions, today announced its purchase of an HP PageWide C500 Press, bringing the first groundbreaking post-print HP digital corrugated press to the Pacific Northwest.

• Carmel Frenkel (Hadera) installs EFI Nozomi Press
  23 Aug 2018

  Continuing its evolution as Israel's top corrugated display and packaging innovators, Caesarea-based Carmel Frenkel (a subsidiary of Hadera Paper) has purchased an EFI Nozomi C18000 single-pass, ultra-high-speed LED inkjet corrugated packaging press from Electronics for Imaging, Inc.

• Durst to showcase new Tau 330 RSC at Labelexpo Americas 2018
  21 Aug 2018

  The real-time production possibilities state-of-the-art UV inkjet single pass printing technology delivers will be demonstrated by Durst’s new Tau 330 RSC, at Labelexpo Americas 2018, Chicago, September 25 to 27, on booth 5901.

• Michael Buggé joins SGIA as VP, Sales & Business Development
  21 Aug 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is pleased to announce Michael C. Buggé is joining its team as Vice President, Sales & Business Development. Buggé most recently served as Acting General Manager and Vice President, Sales, Glunz & Jensen.

• XAAR's EPS business expands to deliver enhanced service
  21 Aug 2018

  Xaar company Engineered Printing Solutions (EPS) will open a new office in California, USA in September, enhancing its ability to meet the needs of its many existing and potential customers on the West Coast.

• GO SubliMate desktop dye sublimation system
  17 Aug 2018

  Graphics One, the distribution arm of Prism Inks, announced today the launch of a new desktop dye sublimation system, GO SubliMate. GO SubliMate is the first desktop tabloid dye sublimation system to feature neon dye sub ink colors.

• SGIA: Massivit 3D to demonstrate Large Format 3D Printing
  16 Aug 2018

  Massivit 3D Printing Technologies, the leading provider of large format 3D printing solutions for visual communication, has today announced that it will demonstrate how print providers can significantly increase their competitive edge and obtain higher margins with large format 3D printing technology at this year’s SGIA Expo (October 18-20 – booth 2969).

• SGIA introduces the Wrap Team Challenge at 2018 SGIA Expo
  16 Aug 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) unveiled plans to host its first-ever Wrap Team Challenge at the 2018 SGIA Expo (Las Vegas; October 18–20).

• Hop Industries releases Hop-Syn GO Synthetic Paper
  16 Aug 2018

  Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable Hop-Syn synthetic paper today announces the immediate availability Hop-Syn GO, a new grade specifically designed for all models of the HP Indigo digital press.

• Labelexpo Americas 2018 unveils conference program
  15 Aug 2018

  The organizers of Labelexpo Americas 2018 have confirmed the details of their topical conference and learning program for this year’s event - the region’s largest trade show for the label and package printing industry, now in its 16th edition.

• New integration with Duplo Finishers and EFI Fiery Digital
  14 Aug 2018

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc., and Duplo Corporation have announced a new, timesaving integration between EFI's Fiery production workflow for digital print devices and Duplo's Slitter/Cutter/Creasers. This new offering allows for efficient, automated imposition layout and production from prepress through the finishing stages delivering precise throughput faster and saving up to 70% of setup time.

• Tilia Labs to show new features at Labelexpo Americas 2018
  13 Aug 2018

  At Labelexpo Americas 2018 in Chicago (September 25 – 27), Tilia Labs, a leading developer of planning, imposition, and automation software solutions for the graphic arts industries, will be unveiling the power of its forthcoming Phoenix 7.0 software release for narrow web production.

• Aaron Draplin tapped to speak at THREADX 2019
  8 Aug 2018

  Renowned graphic designer Aaron Draplin, Owner and Founder of Draplin Design Company, will present two sessions at the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association’s (SGIA) THREADX 2019 conference (San Diego, February 17–19).

• Mac Papers to distribute EFI wide format equipment
  7 Aug 2018

  Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., has announced an agreement with Electronics For Imaging, Inc., to sell and service EFI Wide Format printers across Mac Papers’ extensive distribution footprint.

• Hop-Syn to showcase synthetic paper at 3 leading trade shows
  7 Aug 2018

  Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable and environmentally friendly Hop-Syn synthetic paper today announces it will be exhibiting at three major industry conferences and expo events this fall.

• Siegwerk to present ink developments at Labelexpo Americas
  31 Jul 2018

  Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks for packaging applications and labels, will exhibit from September 25 to 27 at this year’s Labelexpo Americas 2018, the largest label and package printing event in the USA.

• EFI reports record second quarter revenue for Q2 2018
  30 Jul 2018

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (Nasdaq:EFII), a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation, today announced its results for the second quarter of 2018.

• Rachel Thomas joins SGIA as Director of Exhibit Services
  30 Jul 2018

  Rachel Thomas has joined the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) as the new Director of Exhibit Services, overseeing the SGIA Expo and upcoming PRINTING United trade show floors and managing exhibitors’ experiences.

• Long standing EFI CEO Guy Gecht states intent to step down
  30 Jul 2018

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc., a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation, announced today that its longtime CEO, Guy Gecht, has informed the Company's Board of Directors that he intends to step down from his operating role at the Company when his successor is named.

• OPEN MIND AG introduce hyperMILL 2018.2 CAM software
  26 Jul 2018

  OPEN MIND Technologies AG, a leading developer of CAD/CAM software solutions worldwide, has introduced hyperMILL 2018.2, the latest version of its advanced, comprehensive CAM software.

• Labelexpo Americas 2018 announces details Automation Arena
  24 Jul 2018

  Labelexpo Global Series has confirmed the thirteen leading industry hardware, software and materials suppliers taking part in the ground-breaking Automation Arena at this year’s Labelexpo Americas – a brand new feature which has never been seen before at a trade show in the Americas. In addition, the automated shrink sleeve production element is a world first at a trade show.

• The new digitally printable HP Satin Wrapping Paper
  24 Jul 2018

  They say gift giving is an art, but with HP Satin Wrapping Paper, it means business!

• Andrew Paparozzi joins SGIA as Chief Economist
  24 Jul 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is pleased to announce that Andrew D. Paparozzi, well-known for his state-of-the-industry reports and economic forecasts for printing, is coming on board as Chief Economist.

• ESKO acquires Blue Software
  19 Jul 2018

  Esko, a global provider of software and hardware for packaging design, collaboration, automation, workflow, and production, has announced its acquisition of BLUE Software, LLC, a label and artwork management software company based in Chicago, Illinois, USA, from Diversis Capital and Schawk Digital Solutions.

• Onyx Graphics expands ONYX 18 certification workshops
  19 Jul 2018

  Onyx Graphics, Inc., today announced the formal launch of two new colour management and profiling workshops that have been added to its portfolio of training and certification offerings.

• SGIA reports growing list of 2018 Expo Exhibitors
  18 Jul 2018

  As of July 17, the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) reports 559 companies have signed on to exhibit at the 2018 SGIA Expo (October 18–20, Las Vegas Convention Center).

• SAi showcases software solutions at SGIA Expo
  17 Jul 2018

  SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing and CNC machining industries, will use SGIA Expo (October 18-20 – booth 932) to demonstrate how large format print providers and sign shops can enhance their operations and increase business opportunities using its extensive software solutions.

• SGIA Expo 2018 to host Garment Decorators Luncheon
  13 Jul 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is hosting a Garment Decorators Luncheon at the 2018 SGIA Expo (Las Vegas, October 18–20). The luncheon will be held on Friday, October 19, 12:00–1:30 pm.

• SGIA calls for Golden Image Competition submissions
  11 Jul 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is accepting entries for the 2018 Golden Image Competition. The competition recognizes excellence in printing in a wide variety of categories including banners, garments, ceramics and embroidery.

• Avery Dennison announces opening of “Wrap Like A King” 2018
  10 Jul 2018

  Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions announced the opening of its annual “Wrap Like A King” Challenge. This year’s vehicle wrap competition will run July 9 through September 14, 2018, and it will again include Regional Wrap Kings, Continental Wrap Kings and the crowning of the “King of the Wrap World.”

• UK POS printer targets increased automation with Onset X3
  9 Jul 2018

  Based in Washington, north-east England, Simpson Group confirmed at FESPA 2018 that they would become the latest company to invest in Inca Digital’s ultra-high productivity Onset X3 with full automation, supplied by Fujifilm.

• Ferretto Group - A 5,000 square meter warehouse for Ritrama
  6 Jul 2018

  Ritrama, a leading Italian multinational in the production of self-adhesive materials, chose Ferretto Group's technological and innovative solutions for its new automated warehouse located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

• Fredrix Canvas Celebrating 150th USA-Made Anniversary
  3 Jul 2018

  Fredrix Canvas celebrates 150 years of producing the world’s finest artist and printable canvases. Manufacturing in the USA with both high-tech machine coating and old-world hand-priming, Fredrix provides the best of both worlds to its U.S. and International customers.

• CompanyBox signs for HP PageWide C500
  28 Jun 2018

  CompanyBox today announced the purchase of a new HP PageWide C500 Press to produce high-quality digital post-print corrugated packaging. The investment supports CompanyBox’s all-digital plant strategy to meet brands’ demand for greater flexibility in corrugated boxes and displays.

• Pre-Show workshops open doors at the SGIA Expo
  28 Jun 2018

  The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) is offering two half-day education sessions the day before the 2018 SGIA Expo (Las Vegas, October 18–20).

• 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.

• 2018 SGIA Expo features robust Educational Program
  26 Jun 2018

  In addition to hosting more than 500 exhibitors, the 2018 SGIA Expo (October 18–20, Las Vegas) will take an in-depth look at the latest printing technologies, applications and opportunities through its 72-session educational program.