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After 2025’s record-breaking year, it would be impossible to not be excited for PRINTING United 2026, held September 23-25 in Las Vegas. Last year, there were over 30,000 registered attendees, more than 800 exhibiting companies across all industry market segments, 4.7 million pounds of equipment on the show floor, and more than 100 countries represented. There were hundreds of new product launches (including global debuts), more than 100 educational sessions and presentations (I was honored to participate in one as the moderator of a very informative panel), and nearly 60 participating media outlets and association partners from around the world. As the editor of Mailing Systems Technology, it was incredibly professionally rewarding to attend the exclusive pre-show Media Day event with other top global media outlets. The entire show was packed with enthusiasm and innovation from start to finish. It’s no wonder that as the 2025 event closed, 65% of the show floor was already sold for the 2026 expo.
So, you may be asking, how can the 2026 event possibly top last year’s? Well, if you were familiar with the staff behind the scenes, you’d quickly understand. These professionals have made it their mission to ensure that the industry has access to the most cutting-edge equipment and education possible. After all, the printing industry will only continue to grow, facing new opportunities as well as challenges, as organizations adapt to changing technologies, implement AI in a way that honors human creativity while streamlining workflow, and fight the misinformation that hard copy pieces are environmentally unsustainable. In the wake of this growth, shows like PRINTING United are more critical than ever.
We at Mailing Systems Technology are honored to be publication partners with this fantastic show. I hope this preshow supplement gives you an idea of the sessions, networking, and exhibitors you’ll find this year in Las Vegas. I also hope you’ll join me for my educational session on Wednesday, September 23 as Paul Bobnak, German Sacristan, and I discuss the latest printing technologies being used by mailers. After all, it’s the high-quality educational sessions combined with an astounding exhibit hall floor that makes PRINTING United unique. Make sure you take advantage of all it has to offer.
Amanda Armendariz, Editor Mailing Systems Technology
IT’S ALL HERE
PRINTING United is where the industry comes together to explore the exciting innovations in the world of printing. From September 23-25, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, attendees can see how innovation flows and ideas take shape in real time. From breakthrough technologies on the floor to immersive activations, education, and networking moments, every experience is designed to move your business forward. Discover more print, more
possibilities, and more ways to grow — all in one place.
The educational sessions are a highlight for many attendees. While the exhibit floor is not to be missed, these sessions offer the chance to learn in a more intimate setting, asking questions and gaining insight into some of the most pressing topics of today. The following is just a sample of what attendees can expect when attending this year’s PRINTING United.
z Steal These Direct Mail Ideas!
Wednesday, September 23, 10:00 AM
Toni McQuilken
z Basics of Mailpiece Design and Mailing Requirements
Wednesday, September 23, 1:00 PM
Leanne Herman, Jason Shudy
z The Latest Printing Technologies Being Used by Mailers
Wednesday, September 23, 2:00 PM
Amanda Armendariz, Paul Bobnak, German Sacristan
EXHIBIT HALL
z Sustainability Foundations: Future-Proofing Your Print Business
Thursday, September 24, 2:00 PM
Sara Osorio
z Print Growth Playbook: Innovation, Services, Advantage
Thursday, September 24, 4:00 PM
Lisa Cross
SEPT. 23-25, 2026 LAS VEGAS, NV
Show Hours
• Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday, Sept. 24 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Friday, Sept. 25 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Expo Industry Party
Wednesday, September 23
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
When the show floor winds down, the real connections begin. Join us to celebrate the industry after the first day of the Expo closes, for a high-energy setting designed for deeper conversations, unexpected encounters, and lasting relationships. It’s where business becomes personal — and opportunities take shape. Be there Wednesday, September 23 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM for drinks, apps, and fun!
PRINTING AI PAVILION
at PRINTING United Expo 2026
The PRINTING AI Pavilion is your hub for discovering how artificial intelligence is transforming the printing industry. Visit Booth N6531 to see AI innovation in action through real-world applications, rapid-fire expert talks, and the latest solutions from our exhibitors. At the heart of the Pavilion is the interactive AI Wall, where you can explore PRINTING AI resources including research, consulting services, community forums, iLEARNING+ courses, and more. Along with connecting with sponsors at dedicated kiosks, attendees can take part in a variety of educational sessions and expert-led discussions and join PRINTING AI Tours that spotlight cutting-edge applications in workflow automation, production, and business management.
EXPERIENCE THE SHOW FLOOR
Spill the Ink District
PRINTING United Expo’s Spill the Ink is expanding this year with a reimagined drop-in discussion zone in partnership with Print Masterminds, speed networking area, headshot booth, podcast booths, Student Lounge, All-Stars Lounge, and more. Come to learn, meet new industry peers, and walk away with fresh ideas, new connections, and conversations worth continuing long after the show floor closes.
Booth C4817
CURRENT EXHIBITORS IN THE SPACE, INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Bell and Howell
• Bluecrest
• Bowe Systec
• Crawford Technologies, Inc.
• Direct Logistics
• Envelope Manufacturers Association
• Formax
• Graphic Communications
• iJetColor by Printware
• IPMA
• Kern, Inc.
• Kirk-Rudy
• LOCR GMBH
• Mailing Systems Technology Magazine
• MCS/Think Ink
• Microglue (GMS-VanSco of Valco Melton)
• Muller Martini Corp- Hunkeler
• National Association of Presort Mailers (NAPM)
• Norwix
• Pitney Bowes
• PressWise by SmartSoft
• Quadient
• Riso, Inc.
• Roll2Mail
• TEC Mailing Solutions
• Tecnau
• United Business Mail
• W+D North America
• Xante
• Xerox
• XiJet Corp.
• Zeller+Gmelin Corporation
Exhibitors in the space continue to sign up daily to spotlight the very latest tools, trends, and strategies driving the mailing market forward!
HEAR WHAT GERMAN SACRISTAN,
Principal Analyst – Production, Keypoint Intelligence
HAS TO SAY:
Why Attend PRINTING United? “Rising costs drive more interest in automation (reducing costs, increasing efficiencies), but they also could drive interest for specialty, higher value printing such as embellishments to help PSPs sell the value of print. There is, then, a potential larger ROI for print buyers as the costs go up. PRINTING United can also help attendees explore the latest trends in AI, sustainability, and packaging, which are all impacting our industry.”
PRINTING United Alliance is the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, comprised of the industry’s vast communities. The Alliance serves industry professionals across market segments with preeminent education and training via iLEARNING+, workshops, events, research, government and legislative representation, safety, and environmental sustainability guidance, as well as resources from our leading media brands – Printing Impressions, Packaging Impressions, Wide-format Impressions, In-plant Impressions, Apparelist, and Promo Impressions The Alliance is also a global leader in standards training and certification for printing and graphic arts operations across the entire industry supply chain.
Visit Booth N6543
DISCOVER EXHIBITORS & NEW PRODUCTS
Here’s just a sample of the new prodcuts being shown!
QUADIENT | BOOTH N5701
Quadient will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of document handling and digital print solutions at PRINTING United, purpose-built for high-volume production environments.
Featured is our newest solution for the MACH 9DS full-color inkjet system integrated inline with the DS-1200G5 iQ folder inserter. This production-grade solution brings printing and inserting into a single, streamlined workflow—enabling fully secure, dynamically matched, full-color envelopes paired with personalized documents. With output rates up to 10,000 mailpieces per hour, a single operator can manage both print and mail assembly with maximum efficiency.
By eliminating offline steps, reducing inventory, and removing reliance on external vendors, Quadient’s solutions help high-volume providers accelerate turnaround times, reduce waste, and maintain compliance—while delivering a fast, measurable return on investment.
Visit Booth N5701 for a live demonstration.
DIRECT LOGISTICS | BOOTH N5975
Direct Logistics has an unequaled 25-year track record of moving high-density palletized freight for the direct mail and print industries. At PRINTING United 2026, we’re focusing on LTL freight solutions for roll stock shipping — paper, plastic film, and vinyl — along with finished and unfinished print moving between production facilities. We specialize in freight classes 50–75 (most print-related freight) with a 98.6% on-time record. If your operation regularly moves roll stock or paper-based freight, Direct Logistics is the perfect fit. Drop by booth N5975 and let’s talk.
HEAR WHAT PAUL BOBNAK, Content Creator, Who’s Mailing What? HAS TO SAY:
“PRINTING United Expo brings together the entire print industry in one place. You can see for yourself the ideas, technologies, and applications found across multiple touchpoints in customers’ omnichannel mix. From mail and commercial printing to packaging, wide format graphics, promotional products, and apparel, this conference is a unique opportunity to see how print fits into a modern, integrated communications strategy that reaches customers wherever they are and however they choose to engage. Joining the community at the print’s biggest event gives you a front seat in shaping our industry’s future.”
