HP has certified SA International (SAi) software solutions for use with the recently launched HP Designjet Z6600 and Z6800 printers. The certification is for SAi Flexi and PhotoPrint Families Version 11 with Cloud, and Flexi subscription software.
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SureColor Roadshow heads off
Perfect Colours is taking to the road with its SureColor Roadshow in partnership with Epson. The Epson SureColor SC-S30600, a 64in printer capable of printing at speeds up to 29.4m2/hr is a key feature and will be demonstrated live at each event.
Display Wizard wins Roland DG RF-640
Display Wizard has won a Roland DG RF-640 in the Sign and Digital UK 2014 prize draw. The original prize of a VersaArt RE-640 was upgraded by Roland following the recent launch of the VersaExpress RF-640, making Display Wizard one of the first users.
Stewart Signs buys 3.2m EFI Vutek GS3250LXr Pro
Stewart Signs is the first company in the UK to buy a 3.2m EFI Vutek GS3250LXr Pro roll-to-roll six-colour printer. The Eastleigh, Hampshire-based business's decision is a result of needing to upgrade its production capabilities to newer flexible ink technology and faster throughput while maintaining its 3M MCS warranty.
Loyalty rewarded by Pixartprinting scheme
Pixartprinting is rolling out a new loyalty scheme called Starway. Through the new project, customers with high number or value orders will get exclusive perks and a dedicated customer care service (via UserHub) with guaranteed priority assistance.
2014 PrintIt! winners announced
The winners of the ninth annual PrintIt! competition have been announced, with Ellie Webster, a pupil from St Ives School, taking the Overall Winner slot. She said: “It was such an honour to be selected, there were so many great designs. This whole experience has opened my eyes to the print and paper industries as I would not have viewed them as a career choice until today.”
Jon Wright re-elected chairman of The Printing Charity
Jon Wright was unanimously elected Chairman of The Printing Charity for a second term at the charity's Annual General Meeting held on 24 June at Beaverbrook House, Bletchley, its sheltered home for retired printers.
Students create inspirational showroom for Hybrid Services
With a 185m2 foot showroom at its disposal, Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services took the task of redecorating it to South Cheshire College, where students have been key to providing a new look space.
Key New Appointments Announced at GPT
Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) has appointed of two new salespeople and promoted Gina Caka to consumables sales manager. Stephen Tabor and Collette Eyles will work together to cover sales and account management across the UK.
GES appoints new graphics director
Global Experience Specialists (GES) has appointed Ian Warner to the post of graphics director. Warner, who started at GES in May, will be leading GES’ graphics teams in the delivery of major organiser events.
Awards entries sought
Contra Vision is sponsoring an international competition to find the best see-through window graphics, advertisement, sign or other designs placed on the windows of any building, vehicle, POP, entrance doors or partitions.
Matt Vinyl Graphics buys newly launched Roland VersaExpress RF-640
Hull-based Matt Vinyl Graphics has bought one of the newly launched Roland VersaExpress RF-640 printers from authorised dealer printMax. The family-run business will use the machine to support its existing Roland VP-540.
Online printing expert supports internationalisation of Onlineprinters
Dr. Michael Fries, former executive board member of CEWE Color, has joined Onlineprinters where he will take charge of its business management and that of its subsidiaries Druckerei und Verlag E. Meyer together with Walter Meyer, founder and CEO of Onlineprinters.
Clicks appoints Jamie Tedman as sales director
Farringdon-based large-format display and presentation graphics operation Clicks Digital Solutions has named Jamie Tedman as its new sales director.