Following a preliminary roll-out of the Seiko 508GS printhead with nozzle guard earlier this year, Hollanders Printing Systems has decided it will be included in all of its future ColorBooster XL installations as well as being available as an option for machines already in the field.
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Brook International adds to printable fabrics range
Fespa 2013 will see the official launch of Lightbox Acrylic and Plainweave WR printable fabrics from Brook International.
Web2Print Experts launches free directory tool
US-based Web2Print Experts, a technology-independent Web and print consulting company that helps companies build successful online businesses, has developed W2P Finder to help printers find web-to-print software providers.
Sign Expo seminar sessions unveiled
Free seminar sessions will take place at the European Sign Expo. The show, which incorporates Screenmedia Expo, will run alongside Fespa 2013 at ExCeL, London, on 25 - 27 June. Visitors will have access to the Sign Forum seminar theatre, which will host presentations on management, sales and marketing, design and installation, innovation and technology, and future trends.
IPIA announces line-up for 2013 Annual Conference and Awards
The Independent Print Industries Association (IPIA) has released the list of speakers for its Annual Conference, AGM and Awards Dinner and Golf Tournament in Tewkesbury next month. Entitled ‘Speak softly and carry a big stick’, attendees will hear debate on how companies can successfully integrate cross media into their business.
Order levels stable shows BPIF survey
Order levels were generally stable in the first quarter of this year and for the third quarter running, according the latest BPIF Printing Outlook report published this week.
EFI snaps up printLeader
EFI is extending its MIS focus with the acquisition of US company printLeader, a provider of management information systems for the printing industry. printLeader’s MIS products will become integrated into EFI’s PrintSmith Vision product line.
Fujifilm launches corrugated solution for POP display
Fujifilm has launched a print system specifically for POP corrugated board printers. The solution is a combination of the Inca Onset S40i, new Uvijet OC inks, and the new handling system - previewed in January.
Expansion for POS specialist MJD
Rutland-based POS manufacturing and creative design specialists MJD has set in motion plans that will see it expand into the neighbouring county of Northamptonshire.
Weedoo Signs sponsors junior motor racing talent
Weedoo Signs is supporting 16-year old Josh White as he embarks on his first season of the Ginetta Junior Championship motor racing. In return for the sponsorship, Weedoo Signs, which specialises in providing a wide range graphics, including vehicle signage and wraps, has its branding clearly visible on Josh White’s Ginetta G40 car.
i-Sub Digital in top gear for children's charity
Kettering wide-format equipment supplier i-Sub Digital recently gave disabled children the car ride of their dreams at an event hosted by Sporting Bears Motor Club.
SunJet launches digital inkjet inks for the décor industry
Sunjet, part of Sun Chemical, has launched DimodaTM inks for use in the décor industry. The introduction coincides with the Ligna 2013 trade show in Hannover this week where some of SunJet’s OEM customers are demonstrating digital printing solutions to the wood manufacturing industry.
The BPIF launches its Graduate Management Programme
The BPIF has launched its Graduate Management Programme for professionals in print and media. 160 people attended a one-day event in London at the end of April to have the programme explained in detail and to meet the course mentors.
Providing The Great Gatsby experience on the London Underground
Travellers on the London Underground this week met with a stunning 360 degree advertisement at Oxford Circus tube station for The Great Gatsby movie. The promotion incorporated digitally printed floor applied graphics and large-format graphic wall panels produced on a digital flatbed with flexible UV cure inks printing onto polymeric base media. The graphics were then protected with a propriety laminate and incorporated crystalline aggregate.