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Heidelberg increases prices due to rise in raw material costs

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG is increasing the prices for its equipment business with immediate effect due to a sharp rise in material, logistics and other procurement costs.


Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet KM-1e Press wins award from Keypoint Intelligence

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) earns a Buyers Lab 2021-2022 PaceSetter in Production Print Applications: Output Variety award from Keypoint Intelligence for the AccurioJet KM-1e LED UV Inkjet Press.


Fujifilm appoints Ken Brown as its first global specialist for labels and packaging

The Graphic Systems Division of Fujifilm North America appoints Ken Brown as global category specialist, labels and packaging, a newly created role in the company.


Spicers Canada expands facility capabilities

Spicers Canada is building a new distribution centre in Quebec and expanding demo/technology facilities at its centres in Vaughan, Ont., Calgary, Alta., and Edmonton.
 
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Mimaki

MIMAKI Launches the JV100-160 and
UJV100-160

Who says high quality must be high priced? Maximize your productivity and produce high-quality affordable graphics with the JV100-160 and UJV100-160. The JV100-160 is a professional-grade eco-solvent model, designed for high-quality prints and efficient production. It is perfect for a range of applications, from fine art reproduction to durable vehicle wrap printing. The UJV100-160 is a UV-LED roll-based model, featuring Mimaki instant-dry inks that adhere to a variety of media, increasing its versatility and keeping production costs low. Mimaki’s new Dot Adjustment System (DAS), which automatically aligns to ensure consistent quality and repeatability, is available in both models.
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Wrapping the throttle

Wrapping the throttle

Chris Thiessen is the founder of Wide Open Throttle Graphics (Lacombe County, Alta) that specializes in sled wraps. We spoke to him about why he decided to bet big and start his own business, how he’s built a strong client base in powersports graphics and rentals, and what’s next for his company. » Read full article
 
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Agfa introduces the Avinci CX3200 printer

The new Avinci CX3200 from Agfa is a dye-sublimation roll-to-roll printer that can print either directly to textile or on transfer paper. » Read full article

Bobst unveils latest solutions to support the packaging industry

Bobst reveals several new solutions for the packaging industry including the Vision RS 5003 gravure press that can print at speeds of up to 450 m/min on a range of flexible substrates. » Read full article

Ricoh creates new metallic toners

Ricoh USA, Inc., launches new gold and silver toners, enabling customers to migrate critical applications from offset to digital with single pass embellishment. » Read full article

TC Transcontinental acquires BGI Retail

TC Transcontinental acquires BGI Retail (Paris, Ont.), a full service in-store design and solution partner for retailers and global brands. » Read full article

Koenig & Bauer adjusts its prices

Koenig & Bauer has announced a moderate price adjustment for its entire product portfolio due to reduced availability of raw materials, higher shipping and logistics costs and a global shortage of chips. » Read full article
 
FROM PRINTACTION MARCH 2021 
 
Do more with less

Do more with less

The pandemic has forced all companies to make major changes. In these times, operational efficiency is very critical. However, in their latest Insider column, Bob Dale & Howard Conway of Connecting for Results stress that it is best to conduct an operational-level SWOT and preliminary cost-benefit analyses before embarking on a full-scale operational change. » Read more
 
EVENT CALENDAR 
 

Partners in Printing 2021 Expo

Location: La Crosse, Wis.
Dates: July 20-22, 2021
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PrintForward Golf Tournament

Location: Surrey, B.C.
Dates: August 16, 2021
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