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Canon Canada

Hemlock Printers installs Duplo DC-618 finishing system

Hemlock Printers recently installed a Duplo DC-618 slitter/cutter/creaser, complete with rotary tool module, which allows for perforation, micro-perforation and score tool with strike perforation capability.


Friesens surpasses $100M in annual revenue for the first time

An employee-owned company in Altona, Man., Friesens had a successful 2021, achieving a record $100 million in sales for the first time, thanks to really strong performance in their book division and the subsidiary company, FriesenPress.


Print Panther purchases a Duplo DPC 600 and a Morgana BM 5050 landscape bookletmaker

Print Panther’s owners, Christine Yardley and Alan Dryburgh, have added a new Duplo DPC-600 and Morgana BM 5050 landscape bookletmaker to their finishing department.


EFI realigns company, sells productivity software business

Electronics For Imaging will be prioritizing technology investments in its inkjet and Fiery businesses. As part of this strategy, EFI sells its eProductivity Software business.
 
 
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Canon Canada

Access true flatbed printing in-house

The Arizona 135 flatbed printer system is the latest member of the 5th generation of Arizona printers, and offers easy access to the award-winning Arizona series that has led the way in the market since 2007. Whether you're starting out in the rigid media Large Format Graphics industry or looking to modernise your operation and grow new business, the Arizona 135 is the smart investment for your business. Create impressive applications across rigid and flexible media to access exciting new commercial opportunities. Benefit from the outstanding productivity, print quality, and smart innovations in ease-of-use and curing technology. The Arizona 135 GT is equipped with a 5-channel configuration, including white, and the ability to add a Roll Media Option. Click below to see the Arizona 135 in action, and to get in touch with a Canon rep today!
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Lowe-Martin

PODCAST: Champions of Print Podcast Series – Lowe-Martin

In the second edition of Champions of Print podcast series, we speak to some of the companies that won the 15th Canadian Printing Awards. In the fourth and final episode, Nithya Caleb, editor of PrintAction, speaks to Ward Griffin, president and CEO of Lowe-Martin, about the company’s eco-friendly practices. » Listen now
 
NEWS 
 
Canon Canada

Mitchell Group promotes Gregory Wong as VP, operations

The Mitchell Group promotes Gregory Wong as vice-president of operations. He was previously the director of digital operations. » Read full article

Timothy Mitchell departs HP, joins S-One

Long-time industry solutions architect and the face of HP Latex printers for a decade, Timothy Mitchell, is joining forces with S-One as senior director of print technology. » Read full article

WCD uses Drytac Protac AMP film to boost protection for warehouse workers

Calgary-based WCD recently used Drytac Protac AMP film with antimicrobial protection to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 among workers at a warehouse. » Read full article

Hazen Paper wins 2021 International Award for Excellence in Holography

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association honoured Hazen Paper for the second year in a row for “Best Applied Decorative/Packaging Product” at the 2021 Excellence in Holography Awards. » Read full article

Konica Minolta earns BLI Pick Award from Keypoint Intelligence

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) receives a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2022 Pick in the Document Imaging Software category from Keypoint Intelligence. Additionally, Konica Minolta’s Dispatcher Phoenix Document Workflow Solution won the award for Outstanding Workflow Automation Platform. » Read full article

Jukebox Print installs HP Indigo 7900

Vancouver-based commercial print company Jukebox Print acquires its first HP Indigo digital press, the 19-in. HP Indigo 7900 press. » Read full article
 
FROM PRINTACTION DECEMBER 2021 
 
Carla Johanns

Reluctant no more

In 2012, when Carla Johanns moved back into her parent’s home to support a grieving family and stabilize a struggling business due to the tragic death of her brother, she didn’t realize that her life had indefinitely changed. Once a reluctant president, Johanns has embraced her role as the head of Simpson Print. » Read more
 
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Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
Date: March 16–18, 2022
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Women in Manufacturing 2022

Location: Online
Date: March 22, 2022
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