Hollywood Monster homes in on Barratt deal
Hollywood Monster has been appointed preferred supplier to Barratt Developments, which includes Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes and Ward Homes.
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BAF Graphics gets practical at The Learning Exchange in Liverpool
BAF Graphics gets practical at The Learning Exchange in Liverpool
BAF Graphics has played a major role in getting The Learning Exchange at Liverpool Community College ready for its first influx of students this autumn. Working closely with BAM and Liquid Solution, BAF employed its know-how in material finishes to provide graphic effects throughout the three-storey building. These included cut cast vinyl and printed vinyl colourbands mounted directly to the painted wall surfaces and doors, as well as print direct to the reverse of toughened glass, wayfinding signage printed and produced on cut-to-shape Dibond, and printed optically clear film applied to glazing.
Leading printers invited to Fespa European Global Summit
Leading printers invited to Fespa European Global Summit
Fespa’s European Global Summit, taking place on the 17 – 18 November at the Dolce Sitges Hotel near Barcelona, aims to stimulate debate and help printers develop innovative solutions or embark on strategic actions to drive their growth. It will also give printers a taste of the host city for Fespa Digital 2012 in February.
Widestar 2000 launched by Own-X
Widestar 2000 launched by Own-X
A roll-fed wide-format inkjet printer powered by Memjet’s Waterfall printhead technology has been launched by Hungarian company Own-X. The Widestar 2000, which has an integrated cutter, uses five printheads with over 70,000 nozzles each to deliver water-based inks (CMYKK), prints on a broad range of media and sheet sizes from A4 up to 42in (1067mm) x 100ft (30m). Output is said to reach 30.5cm (12in) per second at 1,600 x 800dpi with variable data/personalisation at full speed.
Horizon installs Agfa M-Press Leopard
Horizon installs Agfa M-Press Leopard
Horizon Innovative Digital and Print Solutions has taken delivery of the first Agfa M-Press Leopard to be commercially installed in Europe. It is housed in the company’s new unit in West Dublin.
Spandex open days announced
Spandex open days announced
Spandex will host an Open House at its premises in Bristol on 17 and 18 November, which will include workshops and seminars as well as product demonstrations.
Colorific takes ink home
Colorific takes ink home
Colorific has signed up Tokyo-based Rustech as a reseller for its range of inks in Japan.
UK UV LED curing pioneer opens in Japan
UK UV LED curing pioneer opens in Japan
UV LED curing developer Integration Technology Ltd (ITL) is opening an office in Japan in January.
Fespa Digital 2012 venue details released
Fespa Digital 2012 venue details released
Venue details are emerging of the first ever Fespa Digital show to be held in Spain. The event, taking place 21 - 24 February, 2012, will be held in one of Fira de Barcelona’s two exhibition centres, Gran Via - a 240,000m² exhibition space divided into eight halls. Fespa Digital 2012 will take place in one 18,500m² hall.
Dscoop launches in EMEA
Dscoop launches in EMEA
Dscoop (Digital Solutions Cooperative), the group of HP graphic arts customers, has reached the UK thanks to its expansion into EMEA. Precision Printing managing director Gary Peeling is the incoming chairman and treasurer for the EMEA region and also sits on the global Dscoop board. The UK is also represented on the EMEA board with Jon Bailey of Pro Co and Jon Tolley from the Prime Group.
Seal adds new window film
Seal adds new window film
A new double-sided, clear polyester has been added to the range of printable films available from Seal Graphics.
Avery adds to its Supreme Wrapping Film range
Avery adds to its Supreme Wrapping Film range
Thirteen new fashion colours and finishes have been added to the self-coloured films offered in the Avery Supreme Wrapping Films range. They include metallics, pearlescent white, and a selection of matt colours. Seam-free decal application on vehicle surfaces is achievable with the new wider standard roll size for Avery Supreme Wrapping Film - 1.52M.
Epson 9900 used for Imperial War Museum project
Epson 9900 used for Imperial War Museum project
This autumn, ten years after British troops first entered Afghanistan, the Imperial War Museum, London, is presenting ‘War Story: Serving in Afghanistan’ incorporating 35 images produced on an Epson 9900.
Esko adds 3D viewing and approval, and iPad features to new WebCenter version
Esko adds 3D viewing and approval, and iPad features to new WebCenter version
A new version of EskoArtwork’s WebCenter online collaboration tool has new features to cut costs and production time in bringing packaging to market.