Photobooks present a unique opportunity in the digital print space. A consumer-facing application, commercial print providers batch jobs...
We started 2020 off with the annual Reader’s Choice awards, reflective of 2019. We begin 2021 much the same way, with a look at top companies...
Production inkjet—specifically cutsheet inkjet—is a hot segment in print. Cutsheet inkjet options shine in terms of initial...
For those of us in the graphic arts, its potential is clear. One of the best ways to share the power of print is through excellent samples that illustrate not only the quality, but the possibilities this medium brings...
January 2021
It’s been quite a year to say the least. The challenges imposed on individuals, small businesses, enterprises, and the government during a global pandemic felt at times insurmountable. However, as we prepare for a new year, it is important to reflect on both the positives and negatives deriving from the COVID-19 crisis.
Traditionally considered a wide format application, the increased interest in floor graphics for social distancing instructions and messaging has print providers with expertise in other areas—think flexography (flexo) and dry and liquid toner—asking how they can get involved.
In today’s fast-paced world, production speed alone won’t give print providers an edge. The entire process, from order entry to kitting and mailing can be automatically driven by sophisticated workflow tools. In book manufacturing—where it is increasingly common to have smaller runs, down to a book of one—a streamlined operation really matters.
Miniature (mini) folds enable brand owners to pack a lot of information into a compact leaflet. Pharmaceutical inserts and outserts, more commonly known as PIs, for medical as well as product information documents for health, beauty, and electronic items are examples of this type of application.
Primers, coatings, and over print varnishes (OPVs) are used pre- and post-print for function and haptics. In digital print environments, primers are utilized to optimize substrates for ink or toner while coatings are popular for direct mail, brochures, as well as labels and packaging to add protection or embellishments.
Running a business without an online strategy is a rarity these days. In 2020, the absence of an online business presence...
Earlier this year, we were gearing up to kick off what should have been an epic trade show season. Spring events were expected to commence with Dscoop Edge 2020. However, this was derailed as the country locked down state by state due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Like all hardships, 2020 has forced individuals, businesses, and industries to be creative and resilient as we adjust to a new way of life.
01.20.2019 BlueCrest, an industry-leading global technology provider and supplier of a comprehensive line of enterprise software, printers, inserters, sorters, and parcel solutions...
01.21.2021 Highcon Systems Ltd. and EFI announced today that the two companies have entered into a global partnership...
01.19.2021 Acucote, a solutions-oriented pressure-sensitive adhesive coating manufacturer, has continued to expand its Forest Stewardship Council...
01.19.2021 The Ghent Workgroup is involved in the creation of best practices and standards for many graphic arts workflows...
01.15.2021 PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL, International Packaging and Printing Exhibition for Asia, will return to BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand from...
Photobooks are a great application for those up to the task of optimizing workflow to ensure profitability. The book-of-one tendency...
Photobooks and other photo merchandise are well suited for digital printing. Consumers obsessively take and share images....
The first part in this series on technical wide format printers looked at the latest trends, whether customers were appropriately using their devices...
Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), computer aided design (CAD), and geographic information system (GIS) is the traditional makeup of the technical document market...
Finishing automation is increasingly important as print providers face a number of new challenges, including shorter, more complex work; faster turnaround expectations; and a reduced pool of skilled operators.