PR & News

Mimaki to Launch Brand New Product During Insightful, Information-Packed Global Innovation Days

Amsterdam, February 7, 2023, Mimaki Europe, the leading manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting systems, has today announced that a new solution will be officially launched at the company’s next highly anticipated Global Innovation Days online event. Designed to ensure its customers can run cutting-edge, productive businesses and meet the latest demands of the sectors they serve, this new solution is sure to generate huge interest and excitement within the industry.

Powering short-run book printing with Xeikon

Lier, Belgium, 06 February 2023 – Over the past two decades, digital technology has redefined the book printing market with solutions that are profitably producing short to medium runs on demand. With Xeikon’s introduction of SIRIUS dry toner technology in 2020, as implemented in the Xeikon SX30000 and SX20000 full color, duplex roll-fed presses, printers worldwide are now successfully carving out a bigger slice of this growing segment by reaping the multiple benefits of the break-through innovation for high-quality print production.

KB Folie levels up with first ThermoFlexX imager

Willstaett, Germany. 02 February 2023 – The flexible packaging market is moving towards more sustainable solutions and manufacturing methods that have less impact on the environment. Flexo platemaking is an area where significant progress in reducing waste has been made, with new technologies and higher levels of automation that improve the process while remaining cost-effective.

Benelux Online Print Event for the First Time in the Netherlands

Turnhout, 2 February 2023 – VIGC is once again presenting an exciting program on e-commerce for the graphic arts industry with its BOPE event (Benelux Online Print Event powered by Four Pees). The event’s fifth edition will take place on 15 March, and for the first time in its history, it will be located just across the Belgian border, in the Next Level event venue of Easyfairs Gorinchem, Netherlands.

Ricoh partners with Celanese to expand environmental sustainability capabilities

Ricoh Europe, London, January 31, 2023 – Ricoh is enabling progressive Print Service Providers to support brands in their adoption of more sustainable products and practices through its partnership with biopolymer film manufacturer Celanese.

New service app from WEILBURGER Graphics GmbH

At the beginning of 2023, WEILBURGER Graphics GmbH, an internationally renowned manufacturer of varnishes, inks and adhesives for the graphic arts industry, is changing its product numbering system, which has been well-known for many years. To make this process easier for customers, the company has developed a smart service app that is now available free of charge.

Solimar Systems partners with TA Triumph-Adler GmbH for expanded distribution in Germany

24^th January 2023 – Solimar Systems, Inc., the provider of leading workflow software solutions for print production and digital communications, today announces a partnership with German-based company TA Triumph-Adler GmbH that specialises in multifunction printers, production printing systems, and digital office solutions.

XSYS launches a complete guide of best practices in the use of washout solvents for consistent plate quality

Willstaett, Germany. 25 January 2023 – Common quality issues associated with washout solvents in flexo plate making is the topic of a new technical paper by XSYS. The insightful guide which is entitled “XSYS WASHOUT SOLVENTS 101 – How can washout solvents contribute to consistent plate quality?” examines some of the often-heard myths surrounding the washout process and explains the adverse effects the incorrect use of washout solvents can have on the final print quality.

Highcon to use Packaging Innovations 2023 to Demonstrate Considerable Business Growth Opportunities unlocked by Digital Finishing

Yavne 24 January 2023 – Highcon Systems Ltd, the world’s pioneer in digital finishing systems for folding carton and corrugated packaging and display converters, will showcase its capabilities at Packaging Innovations 2023 on stand (N30) - 15-16 February, at the NEC, Birmingham. The company will use the show platform to highlight the benefits of its unique Highcon digital cutting and creasing systems, which enable printers and converters around the world to drive increased efficiencies, productivity, create new opportunities to diversify and grow and achieve their sustainability goals.

Koji Miyao named President of Ricoh Graphic Communications Business Unit

Ricoh Europe, London, January 5 2023– Koji Miyao has been named the new President of the Ricoh Graphic Communications (RGC) Business Unit, Ricoh Company, Ltd. He succeeded Sergio Kato on January 1, 2023.