- Hits: 1936
KPMF - the Wales, UK wrap film manufacturer acquired by Orafol in 1999 as part of the US Kay Automotive Group buy, has introduced three exciting new colours for colour-change wrapping. Also, Orafol reflective media is finding new applications in waste bin marking, enabling refuse collection trucks to identify bins on dark nights.
- Hits: 2167
Epson’s new partnership with leading Japanese designer Yuima Nakazato combines inkjet and dry fiber technologies to create “stunning designs from recycled clothing” - collected from discarded textiles in Kenya.
- Hits: 1821
The Australian Sign & Graphics Association announced full details of its Annual General Meeting which will be followed by a Special General Meeting on Friday, 17 February 2023. Both will be hybrid events, with members invited to attend online or in person.
- Hits: 1866
KODAK said a portfolio of its photo and fine art papers is now FSC-certified, verifying that they are sourced from responsibly managed forests that ensure trees are replanted and that wildlife, local communities and the environment are not harmed.
- Hits: 1700
“Resilient demand and improvements in supply chain conditions drove solid Q4 growth in revenue and profits,” said Xerox CEO Steve Bandrowczak in the print giant's latest financial update. Fourth quarter revenue was $1.94 billion, up 9.2% year-over-year.
- Hits: 2591
Electronics For Imaging (EFI) has appointed industrial technology veteran Frank Pennisi as its new chief executive officer. Pennisi’s previous postion was as President of Orora Packaging Solutions, based in California. Orora is listed on the ASX, and installed an EFI Nozomi digital corrugated press in 2019.
- Hits: 2615
Roland DG Corporation announced the worldwide launch of six new models in the best-selling TrueVIS series of large-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters: the AP-640 resin printer, the LG-640/540/300 high productivity UV printer/cutters, and the MG-640/300 multi-functionality UV printer/cutters at entry-level price. Together with the four ECO-SOL models previously launched in March 2022, the TrueVIS lineup expands to a total of 10 inkjet devices.
- Hits: 2758
Everyone knows Fiery, even if they don't knowingly use the industry-leading Digital Front-end. In an unexpected move, Fiery has announced independence following separation from Electronics For Imaging, while remaining wholly-owned by private equity firm Siris Capital.
- Hits: 1949
It's on again - Fespa Australia's convivial gourmet barbie by the Yarra at Richmond Rowing Club by the banks of the bonnie Yarra River, with great views of Melbourne's skyline. It's on a February 'hump-day' Wednesday - a cool way to break the working week in February and schmooze with sign and display industry people.
- Hits: 2026
Brookvale, Sydney Screen ink maker Colormaker Industries, manufacturer of Permaset inks, has passed a milestone of 500 tonnes of greenhouse gases (GHGs) saved through electricity produced from its impressive 100 kW solar operation.
- Hits: 2149
The HEXIS R&D laboratory is developing high performance self-adhesive films for the BWT-Alpine Formula 1 Team in the cradle of British motor racing at the village of Enstone, north of Oxford.
- Hits: 1904
Water-based inks and printing are an increasingly popular option in many market applications and promise a safer, more sustainable alternative to solvent inks in print rooms, especially for packaging converters, according to industry researcher Smithers.
- Hits: 1881
Widd Signs, one of the first sign manufacturing companies in the UK, says it’s increased its production potential by 300% thanks to its investment in a Zund G3 L-2500 cutting system.
- Hits: 2128
Digital out of home company QMS has unveiled a new digital billboard in the heart of Brisbane’s busy Queen Street Mall. The new full-motion digital screen at 130 Queen Street measures 52 square metres and is the largest external full-motion billboard in Brisbane.
- NZ OOH revenue jumps 10% to $131 million
- SAi launches EnRoute 23 with new features for more applications
- Gildan publishes first stand-alone climate Change disclosure report
- Roland DG introduces new DTF VersaSTUDIO BN-20D
- Opal “seriously” considering closing Maryvale paper operation
- 400 car billboard ads hacked across Europe
- Ball & Doggett adds Sappi sustainable barrier papers
- Fujifilm expands Print-On-Demand capabilities
- Registration opens for ISA Sign Expo in Las Vegas
- Kornit forms alliances at Berlin Fashion week
- FESPA UK reaches out to the next generation
- Register now for ASGA’s hybrid 2023 AGM
- Only 1-in-4 small businesses has a disaster plan: ASBFEO
- NSW Labor vows to ban ‘VIP Lounge’ pokie signs if elected
- Epson makes CDP A List for tackling climate change
