Category: What to Watch

Consumables considerations

Jun 10, 2021 | What to Watch

Cost, supply, product development – what’s happening where, and when? We talked to key manufacturers and suppliers for their take on the key issues impacting inkjet inks and large-format media.

Working wonders

Apr 11, 2021 | What to Watch

Some things you can’t work with, and some you can’t work without. Here, print chiefs identify the kit/systems that have proven most crucial to their businesses in these times of flux.

Are manufacturers meeting your demands?

Feb 9, 2021 | What to Watch

You know what technical advances you need to see if you’re to continue running a competitive large-format print business. So, are your suppliers delivering?

Please sir

Feb 9, 2021 | What to Watch

In these shape-shifting days you need technology to help you adapt. So what exactly is it that you’re asking for?

Giving new LFPs some limelight

Dec 10, 2020 | What to Watch

The various virtual launches of large-format printers this year may mean some have passed you by, so here’s a reminder of the latest introductions just in case new kit is on your Christmas list!

Latest Headlines

The Printing Charity pushes focus on Mental Health Awareness Week12 May 2026
The UK’s first Jeti Condor RTR5200 touches down for FaberExposize12 May 2026
Epson launches new dye-sublimation printer11 May 2026
Spandex showcases AUTO Drift in partnership with Nathan Edwards Racing8 May 2026
Mutoh unveils new inks and eco-solvent printer to European market8 May 2026

Upcoming Events

22-24 FEB, 2026
Sign & Digital UK

Where?

Hall 6, NEC, Birmingham

Cost?

Free to members of the sign making and digital print trade.

What is it?

Running for more than 35 years, Sign & Digital UK is a central part of the industry’s calendar, providing an annual launch pad for all that is new, and an economic stimulus for the industry. The show gives the opportunity to meet in person, see and compare equipment and kit from the major industry suppliers, and the chance to source new suppliers and gather new ideas to enhance and drive your business forward.

23 FEB, 2026
The Sign Industry Awards

Where?

National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

Cost?

An individual ticket is £289, whereas a table of 10 is £2,800.

What is it?

The Sign Industry Awards, presented by Sign Update and Sign & Digital UK, celebrate excellence in the visual communications sector by honouring past achievements, present innovations, and future advancements. These awards recognise outstanding suppliers, sign makers, and individual traders in sign making, digital printing, and visual communications. With over 35 years of industry service, SDUK and Sign Update ensure that everyone in the industry has a voice, highlighting and rewarding the best in the field.