Sign and Digital Materials has opened a new creative centre in Antrim.
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Screen to launch Trust remote diagnostics tool
At Drupa Screen will launch its Trust Network Service, a remote diagnostic and preventative maintenance solution that uses IoT technology to maximise the uptime of its products.
SEDO provides disaster recovery back-up print service
Wide-format print equipment supplier South East Drawing Office (SEDO) has introduced a back-up printing service called Disaster Recovery. It allows SEDO customers to request graphic arts and CAD jobs to be processed should an unforeseen situation develop that prevents them from being able to deliver.
Hexis extends PVC-free films range
New from Hexis is a range of PVC-free films for digital printing and signage applications.
Drytac Europe brings out ViziPrint Illuminate for backlit graphics
Drytac Europe has brought out ViziPrint Illuminate, a 4mil translucent matte PET film for brilliant backlit window and display applications for high-end retail advertising.
Roland sponsors Young Sign Maker of the Year
Roland is again sponsoring the ‘Young Sign Maker of the Year’ award at the BSGA British Sign Awards, which will return to the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham on 3 November 2016.
The Hotel
‘Albergo Italia’ is a real-life hotel experience which includes a reception area, bedroom, bathroom, lounge and café, mostly showing direct print applications on a variety of substrates such as textile, vinyl, wood, metal and ceramics. The result showcases finished products such as ceramic tiles, slippers, bed linen, curtains, a coffee machine, wallpaper, lamps, windows and mirrors, among others.
Collaborative working
In order to bring Hotel Italy to life, 10 FESPA Italia members are involved (Ecoepoque, FPE, DB Ingegneria dell’Immagine, Gruppo Masserdotti, Silap, Guandong, Ricoh, Epson, Fortex and Loop Design), each bringing their own specialism to the mix. This partnership has facilitated a collective showcase of the complete scope of printed applications, whilst highlighting that co-operation between parties can achieve a final design that wows the audience.
Proskills conducts PrintIt! review
Working on behalf of Proskills UK, 111Collectiff is undertaking a strategic review of the PrintIt! schools into industry programme to ensure that it is in the best position to address the needs of young people being encouraged to enter the print sector. The review is scheduled for completion by mid-March 2016.
Tharstern targets large-format PSPs with MIS presentations at Fespa Digital
MIS specialist Tharstern will showcase specific applications for wide-format companies at Fespa Digital 2016 via ad hoc and scheduled demonstrations each day at the show.
Soyang Europe to launch interior decor collection at Sign and Digital
Soyang Europe will use Sign and Digital UK to introduce a collection of interior decoration materials. The new collection also includes the European manufactured Decal range of materials.
Roland to spotlight its collaboration with surface pattern designer at Fespa Digital
At Fespa Digital Roland DG will be giving away bags produced with its Texart dye-sublimation transfer range, and phone cases printed on the VersaUV series of LED UV inkjet flatbed printers - all featuring artwork by surface pattern designer Rachael Taylor - to raise awareness among PSPs of how advising designers on design-for-print can be of commercial benefit.
The Printing Charity appoints Neil Lovell as interim chief executive and secretary
Neil Lovell has joined The Printing Charity as interim chief executive and secretary. He has 27 years’ experience in the commercial and not-for-profit sectors in senior communications, marketing, fundraising, and management roles.
Neschen announces Fespa Digital introductions
Neschen will present new own-produced laminators at Fespa Digital. It will also show new in-house produced Green Wall PVC-free wallpaper, and an extended easy dot film range.