While the fate of print is debated by many, the general consensus is that packaging isn’t going anywhere. Therefore, it’s an appealing market for print providers of all sectors to target.
The shift to the cloud is popular for software of all types in nearly every industry. In the print world, cloud-based management information systems (MIS) are increasingly implemented.
Transactional printing represents a major portion of digitally printed impressions within the industry.
For practical and promotional reasons, many transactional- and marketing-based applications require card attachment services for mailings.
Transactional service providers understand the importance of quick turn times and continue to evaluate processes to eliminate redundancies and improve efficiency. A White Paper Factory is one way this is achieved.
Photobooks present a unique opportunity in the digital print space. A consumer-facing application, commercial print providers batch jobs...
January 2021
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...
Digital printing is well-suited to small to medium, variable runs of labels. However, digital printing is an all-encompassing...
Wallpaper is making a comeback, 21st century style. This means on demand production, customization, and fast turnarounds.
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.
04.12.2021 Esko has today unveiled its latest print inspection innovation, AVT iCenter, which empowers label converters to easily manage quality...
04.12.2021 Mark Andy, Inc. has launched DPV, a simple and cost-effective inkjet module that adds single-color variable data to virtually any new or existing...
04.07.2021 The US Patent and Trademark office has granted arifiQ Development AB a patent for...
04.09.2021 Enfocus, the leader in PDF quality control, advanced PDF editing and workflow automation for the graphic arts industry announces the launch...
04.08.2021 Lecta, with Adestor, its widely known brand of self-adhesive materials, is pleased to announce that it has joined CELAB...
Market demand is constantly in flux—macro and micro influences are both a factor. Manufacturers equipped with the right hardware are positioned to quickly pivot with change.
With digital printing technologies, businesses are able to offer custom, short-run apparel printing at reasonable prices. This enables entrepreneurs to turn passions into profit.
Labels are a versatile application. Many smaller format devices offer low costs of entry, can open up new revenue streams for print providers, and offer a digital entryway for traditional label converters.
With the world economy in turmoil, we can’t have much of a technology discussion without considering the COVID-19 effect.
Software and workflow tools are facing a shift. Legacy, on premise systems compete with newer cloud-based, open systems.