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June 11, 2019
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Lowe-Martin sells off web division

An investment group led by Direct Response Media Group (DRMG) has acquired the assets and ongoing business interests of Lowe-Martin’s web business.


swissQprint America now covering Canadian market

Swiss manufacturer of large-format printers swissQprint says it is now servicing the Canadian market through its U.S. subsidiary after a “mutually agreed termination” of the partnership with Cansel/Cobalt.


Six ways packaging communicates brand storytelling

Once the perfect brand identity and story have been created, it is vital to express and bolster the narrative though the package’s design elements. Here are six creative strategies to help communicate a brand’s story and create a lasting, positive impression.


Q&A with Sarah Skinner of Ingersoll Paper Box

Established in 1922, Ingersoll Paper Box Co. Ltd. is a family-owned folding-carton manufacturer based in Ingersoll, Ont. The newest addition to its postpress department is a new high-speed Koenig & Bauer-Iberica Optima 106K die-cutter, which went operational in January. We chat with Sarah Skinner, the company’s fourth-generation leader.


ICYMI: Accent Impression acquires Quadriscan

Ville Saint-Laurent, Que., commercial printer Accent Impression has acquired Le Groupe Quadriscan. With nearly 60 years of combined expertise, Quadriscan and Accent Impression will employ over 120 printing specialists out of two plants.
 
 
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PrintForum 2019

What you will see at PrintForum this Thursday

PrintForum 2019 brings you nearly two dozen vendors with the latest in print technology and services. Don’t miss your opportunity to see exciting demos and learn how these technologies can benefit your production floor. Here’s an exclusive sneak peek at the vendors and technologies you can expect to see, including Canon, Heidelberg, HP, Insource, MPI Print, PDS, and many more. » Take a look
 
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North American flexible packaging market grew 3.9% last year

North America’s market for value-added flexible packaging increased by 3.9 percent to US$25.3 billion in 2018, according to a new report from Wood Mackenzie Chemicals, with sales in the North American region accounting for almost 30 percent of total global sales. » Read full article

EyeC expands product portfolio with Proofiler 900 DT

EyeC has extended the range of its scanner-based inspection systems for half-size formats of 36 x 25 inches with the EyeC Proofiler 900 DT, making print sample testing possible on all types of printed products, such as leaflets, flexible packaging and the printed sheets of folding boxes, it says. » Read full article
 
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On the forefront of print

On the forefront of print

The TAGA 2019 conference highlights the diversity of new print technology advancements. » Read more
 
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PrintForum Tradeshow & Conference

Location: The International Centre, Mississauga, Ont.
Date: June 13, 2019
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DIA Annual Golf Tournament

Location: St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Club, Aurora, Ont.
Date: June 26, 2019
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OPIA Toronto Golf Classic

Location: The Club at Bond Head, Ont.
Date: August 22, 2019
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Print 19

Location: Chicago, Ill.
Date: October 3-5, 2019
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Printing United 19

Location: Dallas, Texas
Date: October 23-25, 2019
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