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SAi to demonstrate enhanced design and production

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Delivering better business beyond borders at PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015

16 HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL PRINTING & PACKAGING FAIR

GATHERS LEADING SOLUTIONS PROVIDERS AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS 20

Goss works with Innotech

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Fujifilm to showcase their widest range of inkjet solutions at FESPA 2015

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CANON EXPANDS BUSINESS ANALYSIS TOOL

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KBA shows its colours on a reviving market

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drupa innovation park 2016

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Xeikon Café Packaging Innovations

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Agfa Graphics to Launch New Duratex Media Solutions

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International printing sector looks to the future with surprising optimism

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nitial results from the second “drupa Global Trends” report are showing sustained recovery from the recession with some surprising insights and positive feedback. The full report designed to highlight economic and operational trends in the worldwide print sector is available at the end of March. The results are all the more interesting as the survey itself, conducted in October 2014, was largely identical to the first “drupa Global Trends” report from February 2014. In addition this year a full survey was conducted amongst industry suppliers for the first time, ensuring a balanced picture of the global print market. Developments and important key data from the worldwide print sector – such as financial conditions, business climate, investment plans and

technologies used are given in detail and trends revealed.

Werner Matthias Dornscheidt, Chairman of the Messe Düsseldorf Management Board summarises the key results of the study. “The generally upbeat picture reported by the expert panel surprised us,” says Dornscheidt. “Both the print service providers and the international supplier industry gave a positive evaluation of the economic situation of their own companies as at October 2014.

Even more surprising, however, was that the print and supplier industry is heading into 2015 with a very positive outlook.”

The question ‘How do you see the outlook for the coming twelve months?’ was answered by 48

percent of service providers surveyed with expectations of an improvement in their companies’ economic situation, and only seven percent with a decline. The results from the worldwide supplier industry were similarly positive: 51 percent forecast an improvement, and only eight percent a decline.

On the other hand, the results from individual performance measures surveyed show a much more mixed picture: 1. Sales for print service providers continue to rise – but are less pronounced. 39 percent of print service providers report an increase, whereas 22 percent show a drop in sales. This positive balance of 17 percent is well below the positive net balance of 27 percent from the first survey.

2. The margins for print service providers continue to fall. Almost half (43 percent) of the print service providers surveyed report falling margins, while just 16 percent succeeded in increasing margins. Positive exceptions here are the markets of North America and the Middle East, where 29 and 28 percent reported increased margins.

3. Digital print is growing fast but is still a small percentage of turnover for most printers. As quickly as the share of digital printing in the overall print technology mix continues to rise, most turnover continues to be generated from traditional print. Only ten percent of the print service providers surveyed achieved more than 25 percent of their 2014 sales in digital printing (2013: 8 percent).

SAi to demonstrate enhanced design and production with Flexi and EnRoute @ International Sign Expo 2015

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A International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the professional sign making, wide-format digital printing and CAD/CAM for CNC machining industries, will use the International Sign Expo 2015 (9-11 April, Las Vegas, USA) to educate audiences about what makes Flexi and EnRoute software products the leading solutions for sign makers.

Educational presentations offer upclose look at SAi Flexi Via demonstrations and informative educational presentations of its flagship signmaking and CAD/ CAM software solutions, SAi's booth (#1574) will offer ISA visitors a platform to hear how the company's feature-rich product solutions help customers improve their signmaking operations. This

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includes SAi Flexi v11, the very latest version of the industryacclaimed software family, which comprises a variety of banner finishing tools, a QR Code Creator for interactive signage, cloudbased business tools, and a mobile app to view production insights.

SAi's Flexi-based educational presentation topics at ISA will run continually through the event and will offer an in-depth, yet simple look at how sign and print businesses can make the most of Flexi software. Customers who use RIPs like Onyx速, VersaWorks and RasterLink will learn how the Flexi design module complements these programs. Other topics will cover tips & tricks from SAi's lead support specialist, how the pros use Flexi for creative text manipulation and designing in full

scale, advanced color control, and the ease of Flexi's print-and-cut workflow.

sessions on how to create 2D, 3D engraved and 3D surfaced signs using EnRoute software.

EnRoute educates audiences on turning creative design ideas into reality.

"SAi is a long-standing ISA exhibitor and we now enjoy a very mature set of products that, for many customers, represent the heartbeat of their signmaking operations," says Mark Blundell, CEO, SAi.

SAi will also use ISA 2015 to showcase its industry-leading EnRoute v5 CAD/CAM software for CNC signmaking projects, which offers creative 2D design tools for drawing, 3D engraving and 3D texturing and surfacing, as well as production tools such as associative toolpathing and advanced true shape nesting.

Product experts will be available to demonstrate and answer questions about how to use EnRoute for design and production in the sign market. ISA visitors will be treated to in-booth EnRoute training

"SAi's focus at ISA will be fixed firmly on educating the audience on the multitude of productivityenhancing benefits delivered by our foremost software solutions.

As a result, for ISA visitors looking to improve productivity and boost efficiencies within their signmaking workflow, a visit to SAi's booth will be well worth their time," he concludes.

HP T400 Color Inkjet Web Press to Enable First High-Volume Digitally Printed Newspaper at Mengis Druck AG

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engis Druck AG has purchased the first HP T400 Color Inkjet Web Press in Switzerland. The company’s new HP T400 will also be the first digital press to be used solely for the production of its high-volume newspaper, the Walliser Bote. With a daily run length of 22,000, digital production of the Walliser Bote marks an important milestone for the graphic arts industry.

Mengis Druck’s new press is designed for high-volume, highspeed production. With a scalable print width of up to 1060mm, the HP T400 prints up to 183m per minute and the advanced web tension controls and dryer systems helps provide reliable, fast and consistent productivity.

Ideal for the production of the Walliser Bote newspaper, the HP T400 offers high-quality imaging by reproducing sharp text and images.

In addition, the press prints on virtually any standard uncoated or newsprint paper, as well as on a

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“The new HP T400 will help Mengis Druck to meet the production demands of creating and publishing high volumes of Walliser Bote. In addition, a significant part of our commercial print jobs can be produced on the HP T400, for which we can utilise the personlisation capabilities of the press,” said Nicolas Mengis, Owner,

Mengis Group. “It was important to us that the new press would fit in with our existing production line and, after extensive research and several tests of similar products, our decision to purchase an HP T400 was an easy one. It was obvious that this press would meet our every need and, with HP’s support services, we know that we will build a successful relationship with them as we move our business from offset to digital.”

As part of the company’s complete transition from web-offset to digital, Mengis Druck will gradually move full production of the Walliser Bote to the HP press, with the aim for it to be exclusively digitally produced by the end of 2015. The HP T400 will replace an older web offset printing press and will also be used to print commercial products.

From left to right: Nicolas Mengis (Owner and chairman of the Board, Mengis Gruppe), Martin Seematter (Head of Mengis Druck AG) and Alvaro Karlen (Head of Finance & Personnel, Mengis Gruppe)

ITG gears up for growth with new MDs previously worked alongside Simon Ward as client services director at St Ives’ SP Group. Lisa Elrod joined the marketing services and technology group as customer service director in February 2013, after 14 years as client director at print and marketing specialist Bezier.

ITG is now a £60m operation and continues to experience doubledigit annual growth, as enterprises shift to outsourcing marketing operations to suppliers offering advanced workflow technologies, such as ITG’s Media Centre.

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nspired Thinking Group (ITG) has appointed Chris Heath and Lisa Elrod as joint managing directors for customer service, responsible for all of ITG’s customer relations and commercial transactions.

Both step up from director roles to focus on the delivery of customer service to its prestigious client list, which includes international brands and retailers such as Audi, M&S, Heineken, Renault, PUMA, Sainsbury’s, KFC and ŠKODA. The company has experienced phenomenal growth since its formation just over five years ago, last year entering the Sunday Times Tech Track 100. These new appointments free founder and CEO Simon Ward to focus

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on further growth and strategic acquisitions and overseeing the significant expansion of ITG’s US operation.

Commenting on the appointments, Simon Ward said: “Retaining a strong engagement and relationship with our clients is key for ITG, as listening and adapting to their wants, needs and direction has been the driving factor in our growth and success as a service business. The promotions of Chris and Lisa provide an improved structure for the scale of business we have become – and aspire to become. We’ve exciting times ahead.”

Chris Heath has been a director at ITG since it formed in 2009, having

The company’s intuitive marketing resource management platform was designed by marketers for marketers and developed at the company’s technology centre in Dartford. It gives retailers and brands unrivalled control over their marketing data and assets, automates the entire marketing workflow, and gives real-time visibility of all jobs, campaigns, orders and budgets. Jobs can be briefed and approved remotely through a simple cloud-based interface.

ITG now employs over 300 staff across account management, support services, studio production and technology development, including around 200 at its 24/7 production studio at Fort Dunlop, Birmingham.

Chris Heath said: “It has been a busy few years at ITG. We’ve created a compelling suite of

services for the marketplace and delivered them using the best client services team in the business. It’s always a fast and exciting journey working with Simon, and the management structure changes ensure we’re in great shape for the road ahead.”

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Goss Pacesetter Club members set new records for peak performance

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opular initiative encourages performance excellence in finishing and sets productivity standards 97.6 percent efficiency top achievement in 2014 March 11th, 2015 - Outstanding productivity using Goss finishing equipment has now been achieved by 1405 individual crews and earned them membership in the Goss Pacesetter Club.

Established in 1997 to provide an incentive for achieving peak performance on Goss saddlestichers, adhesive binding systems and trimmers, the Goss Pacesetter Club admits new members each year as specific targets are met and productivity records continue to be broken.

“We have seen our customers achieve up to 98 percent production capacity on our finishing systems,” says Tim Van Driessche, Goss director of commercial sales. “These levels of productivity set standards for the whole industry and provide an important benchmark for print purchasers. They demonstrate excellence in areas other than raw performance: operator training, equipment maintenance and efficient workflow are all indicated by achieving Pacesetter Club criteria.

the Pacesetter Club are Japs Olson, of St. Louis Park, Minnesota; Journal Graphics, of Portland, Oregon; and Freeport Press, Freeport, Ohio.

Japs Olson achieved Pacesetter Club performance with a Pacesetter 1600 stitcher with GT-16 trimmer installed in March last year.

This powerful combination with its automation features facilitated Pacesetter Club production levels for the company. Able to produce booklets from A3 to A5 size, the Pacesetter 1600 stitcher can incorporate up to 40 independent hoppers and has a maximum output of 16,000 booklets per hour.

Freeport, Ohio also was admitted to the Pacesetter Club using a Pacesetter 2200 saddlestitcher.

“After seeing the performance we could achieve with one Pacesetter 2200, we promptly invested in a second,” says James Pilcher, vice president of production, Freeport Press. “There’s no doubt that our productivity and competitiveness has improved since their installation.” The top performance of any company using a Pacesetter

2200 system was 21, 463 booklets per hour, or 97.6 percent of total capacity, achieved over a 12 hour shift.

Van Driessche concludes: “There’s no doubt that the Pacesetter Club has contributed to companies setting their productivity goals higher. The number of printers that are qualifying clearly demonstrates the rising standards that can be achieved when working with firstclass equipment.”

“The Pacesetter 1600 has enabled us to operate at twice the speed of our previous equipment,” says Michael Murphy, president of Japs Olson. “The GT-16 trimmer has made a major impact on productivity. All the operator has to do is enter the book size and everything in the line is automatically positioned in a matter of seconds.”

The GT-16 trimmer can also store job information for fast setup when handling repeat jobs. The time gained in this way means that more products can be produced on fewer machines.

“Submissions for club membership show us that between 50 and 60 percent of Pacesetter machines installed in the past ten years are achieving these high performance levels,” Van Driessche continues.

“To hit these levels of productivity demonstrates the longevity of the Pacesetter systems and the high built-in value of installing one of these machines.”

Also aiming for a competitive advantage, Journal Graphics, of Portland, Oregon, was looking for a high-speed stitcher. The company installed the first Pacesetter 2200 system on the West Coast and, within three months, two of its operators delivered runs that attained Pacesetter Club status, producing more than 20,300 books per hour.

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Delivering better business beyond borders at

PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015

Emphasising this, Mr Gernot Ringling, Managing Director, Messe Düsseldorf Asia, shared that “with the launch of AEC this year, businesses within the region can look towards further growth prospects. PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015 – a trade fair for the industry by the industry thus provides a timely, converging platform for industry players to meet and take advantage of the rising business opportunities and needs. Its value-for-demand staging and strong drawing power of the who’s who of the industry from all over the world to engage, network, and drive sales growth, is the winning formula behind every successful edition of PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL.“

FOCAL POINT FOR INDUSTRY PLAYERS TO MEET AND LEVERAGE ON SOUTHEAST ASIA’S ABUNDANT MARKET OPPORTUNITIES

upcoming show edition include HEWLETT-PACKARD ASIA PACIFIC, FUJI XEROX, FERROSTAAL, RISO, ROTOMETRICS, VT GRAPHIC, HEIDELBERG GRAPHICS, KOENIG & BAUER GROUP and DUBUIT FAR EAST.

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As Southeast Asia’s No. 1 trade show for the printing and packaging sectors, PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015 will bring to the show floor at BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand a multifaceted exhibition showcase from 26 to 29 August 2015. Driven by the world’s leading trade shows – drupa and interpack, exhibitors and visitors can look forward to a vibrant mix of onsite activities, including display of latest machineries, seminars, live

he 5th International Packaging and Printing Exhibition for Asia (PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015), jointly organized by Messe Düsseldorf Asia, The Thai Packaging Association and The Thai Printing Association is gearing up to once again offer the regional marketplace an excellent sourcing and buying platform. Companies who have committed to share their industry knowledge and expertise at the

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product demonstrations and a host of networking opportunities from across the world to match the current trends and demands of the dynamic Southeast Asian markets.

ECONOMIC VS INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

Packaging and printing industries are set for greater heights with robust growth opportunities expected in the Southeast Asia region – particularly so with the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015 – which will transform Southeast Asia into a region with free movement of goods, services, investment, skilled labour, and freer flow of capital.

Worldwide market outlook for both the packaging and printing industries is set to shine too.

According to the Future of Global Printing to 2018 report, global printing industry is expected to reach $980 billion by 2018, with growth driven mainly by packaging and labels. Another trend observed is the shift in print technology used – in 2008, digital printing accounted for just 18.5% of the offset market in value terms, but by 2018, it is forecasted that digital printing will make up almost 50% of the global offset sector.

The global packaging market on the other hand is projected to welcome bullish sales receipts of $975 billion by 2018, with sales

of packaging largely concentrated in Asia. By 2018, segmentation of the market is expected to change and Asia is predicted to represent over 40% of global demand for packaging.

In line with these projections, Mr Chaivudhi Pungthong, President of The Thai Packaging Association, shared that “exports of packaging materials – primarily film, plastic and printed materials – could hit 100 billion baht with the implementation of the Asean Economic Community (AEC) this year.” He went on to comment that, “despite political challenges, the packaging industry will continue to grow because the industry is tied to the production of consumer goods which have increased substantially due to higher disposable income and affluence amongst the Thai population.”

Echoing Mr Chaivudhi’s thoughts is Ms Pimnara Jiranithitnon, President of The Thai Printing Association, who pointed out that “Thailand has an industry representation of over 5,500 local printing and publishing houses, which attests to its strong market demand and potential.

With the experience and skillsets earned, global players can strike up partnerships with local companies to more efficiently fulfill industry demands in offset, 3D and digital printing, in turn gaining a larger foothold in Asia’s thriving printing market.”

Hub for Packing and Printing Industry Players across Asia Following the show’s successful staging in 2013 that attracted 202 exhibitors and 16,833 visitors over four show days, PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015 is set to congregate the largest number of exhibitors ever spanning the nearly 15,000 square metres (sqm) of show space.

Together, visitors from the printing and packaging arenas can look forward to a broad yet relevant display of cutting-edge machinery, equipment, technology and solutions serving the entire packaging and printing supply

chain: • Prepress and premedia • Printing machinery, appliances and accessories • Book binding and print finishing • Paper converting including packaging production • Packaging machines, equipment, accessories and appliances • Packaging materials, means and aids • Services for the packaging and printing industries

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Adding more depth to PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015, a series of forums, seminars and workshops on recent developments and highlights from the areas of packaging and printing have been lined up to complement this world-class exhibition.

ince its debut in 2007 PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL (PPI) has become Asia’s premier event for all from the global printing and packaging sectors. Driven by the worldrenowned and sectors’ leading trade fairs drupa and interpack, PPI will once again showcase technology, products and solutions serving the entire supply chain presented by international brand names and worldwide market leaders. Together with seminars, technical presentations and a host of networking activities the 5th International Packaging and Printing Exhibition for Asia is a mustattend event for industry professionals to expand their business in the region. The 4-day exhibition will be open to trade visitors from 26 to 29 August 2015 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand. All trade visitors and professionals are required to register their visit. Online preregistration for visitors is available from March 2015 at www. packprint.de

Concurrent Event

About the Organizer

Co-locating with PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015 is T-PLAS 2015 – International Trade Fair for the Plastics and Rubber Industries.

Messe Düsseldorf GmbH is one of the world’s most successful exhibition organizers, responsible for organizing more than 20 of the world’s number one exhibitions in various industries including plastics, packaging and printing – namely, the globally acclaimed K Fair, interpack and drupa held in Düsseldorf, Germany. Its subsidiary office – Messe Düsseldorf Asia (MDA), with extensive expertise in organizing trade fairs in Southeast Asia, has developed a portfolio of numerous trade fairs in Southeast Asia since 1995. MDA’s trade fairs for the plastics and rubber sectors in Thailand and Vietnam (T-PLAS and PLASTICS & RUBBER VIETNAM), and printing and packaging in Thailand (PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL) have met with resounding successes and are today benchmark events serving the regional markets of Southeast Asia and beyond.

Strategically positioned in Southeast Asia’s largest plastics processing industry, T-PLAS enhances its regional focus and provides an international outlook of the abundant strategic opportunities available for participating companies to springboard into the regional plastics and rubber markets.

Targeting over 6,500 quality trade visitors, T-PLAS is set to deliver a highly relevant platform that will feature a full spectrum of solutions, including the latest machinery and equipment, semi-finished products, technical parts and reinforced plastics, raw materials to services for the plastics and rubber sectors.

For more information on PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015 and T-PLAS 2015, please visit: www. packprint.de / www.tplas.com Messe Düsseldorf Asia Ms. Beattrice Ho Tel: (65) 6332 9642 Email: beattrice@mda.com.sg

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ITG’s Media Centre hot property for intu Leading shopping centre manager and owner, intu, has appointed Inspired Thinking Group to handle its print procurement and marketing workflow.

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pioneer of technology-led marketing, ITG will employ its proprietary resource management platform, Media Centre, to coordinate campaigns, data and assets across intu’s 15 prime UK shopping centres.

the intu name, with a focus on providing customers with a compelling shopping experience backed by world-class service.

ITG CEO Simon Ward said: “intu is a company that understands the importance of a single, national brand. Using Media Centre, we can provide significant cost-efficiencies and workflow benefits for intu giving more for the same investment. Compared with traditional processes, Media Centre delivers faster turnaround and greater accuracy of artwork, an efficient approvals process, consistency of design and compliance across all sites.”

Engaging one supplier rather than multiple agencies servicing different centres delivers significant opportunities for economies

ITG will also leverage its huge print-buying power and best-inclass print supply chain to secure substantial cost efficiencies for the company.

A FTSE100 company, intu owns and operates many of the UK’s biggest and most popular retail and leisure destinations, including nine of the top 20, and super-regional centres such as intu Trafford Centre, intu Metrocentre and intu Lakeside.

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of scale, ensuring more for the marketing investment and added value. The use of a technologybased system links with intu’s commitment to digital connectivity, which has resulted in excellent multi-channel retail environments for intu shopping centre customers.

As part of the agreement, intu will have access to ITG’s support services, subject matter experts and 24/7 artworking studio at Fort Dunlop, Birmingham. The studio employs around 200 staff, is home to dedicated creative and packaging departments, and is supported by a full-service inhouse digital agency.

Trevor Pereira, commercial & digital director of intu, said: “Working with ITG will ensure consistently high quality that our customers

and retailers expect from intu, combined with efficient work and economies that make our marketing spend go further.”

By accessing Media Centre’s intuitive interface through any browser, intu and authorised suppliers have instant access to all campaign assets and reports. intu’s central marketing team can brief and approve artworks and gain real-time visibility of quotes, spend and campaign progress.

Media Centre was designed by marketers for marketers, and developed at ITG’s technology base in Dartford. It is currently used to manage the marketing workflows of dozens of leading brands and retailers, including M&S, Renault, Heineken, PUMA, Sainsbury’s, ŠKODA, Halfords, Pizza Hut, KFC and Boots.

SRS Graphic Systems appointed as agent for Goss in Southern Africa SRS Johannesburg to provide localized sales and support in Southern Africa

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oss International continues its commitment to localized service with the appointment of SRS Graphic Systems for the Southern African region supporting both newspaper and commercial printers and publishers.

SRS Graphic Systems is based in Johannesburg and led by Lee Singh who brings close-to twenty years’ experience in the industry. SRS will continue to grow, support and service a large installed base of Goss customers covering Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Lesotho and Swaziland.

Singh began his journey as an apprentice engineer at Independent Newspapers, based in Johannesburg, back in 1995. Following this he became an installation engineer for web presses at Heidelberg before moving into sales. In founding SRS Graphic Systems, Singh’s ambition is to develop the agency through working in partnership with customers and prospects to achieve unique short- to long-term production solutions.

“We feel very positive about the appointment of SRS,” comments John Chambers, sales manager for Goss in the region. “The arrangement not only ensures greater responsiveness through providing customers and prospects with a local source of sales support and expertise around the clock. It also ensures that our customers are well advised for the longterm as SRS truly understands the market dynamics of this region and Lee himself has extensive experience with Goss presses. We have every confidence that SRS is committed to this industry and look forward to working together to meet growing demands,” he concludes.

Singh comments: “I am delighted to continue a long-standing working relationship with Goss and the renowned innovative solutions the company offers. The Southern African market offers strong potential in the web offset sector and I look forward to continuing work with customers new and old.”

Singh has been instrumental in securing recent successes for Goss at both WordPress Namibia and Printing and Publishing, Botswana.

Oniya Shapira Installs Two HP T230 Color Inkjet Web Presses to Drive New Business Opportunities

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niya Shapira, of Israel, has installed two HP T230 Color Inkjet Web Presses to fulfil the increasing demand for its transactional and direct mail printing services and capitalise on new business opportunities.

The HP T230 Color Inkjet Web Press prints at up to 122m/min (400ft/min) in four colours on web widths from 203 to 558mm (8 to 22in), enabling Oniya Shapira to provide a time and cost efficient service. The press can also print on coated and uncoated stocks (matt and gloss) from 60 to 215g/m2, providing the versatility and flexibility Oniya Shapira needs to meet its customers’ demands.

The company’s aim is to transfer all existing jobs to digital to take full advantage of the benefits provided by these new presses. However, Oniya Shapira also recognises that there are new revenue opportunities to be explored within the publishing industry, now that it has installed the two HP T230 Presses. The capabilities of the new presses will enable the company to target new markets and produce new applications, including books and booklets.

“We chose to invest in the new HP T230s not only for the added value, print quality and production benefits for our existing customers, but also because we could see the huge growth potential for Oniya Shapira,” said Moti Sadon, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Oniya Shapira. “The publishing market is something we have thought about targeting for a while, and now is the right time with these new capabilities.

The HP T230s will allow us to expand our business, provide a much broader service and have a real competitive advantage in the sector.”

Oniya Shapira’s production site also includes two HP Indigo W7250 Digital Presses, in operation daily to produce direct mail and other commercial print jobs.

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HP and KBA to Transform Corrugated Packaging Printing with 110-inch-wide Color Inkjet Web Press

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wo companies’ first codeveloped solution fills unaddressed need in high-volume digital pre-print applications HP and KBA announced plans to develop the HP T1000 Simplex Color Inkjet Web Press, a high speed, high volume, 110-inch -wide (2.8 metre wide) simplex inkjet web press for pre-printing of corrugated top liner. This will enable corrugators to combine many individual jobs together on a roll or across rolls for short, mid or long runs. Unlike traditional analogue pre-print, every box can be different.

Planned to print at speeds of up to 183 metres (600 feet) per minute and produce up to 30,000 square metres (300,000 square feet) per hour, this inkjet press will print corrugated liner rolls that can then be placed directly onto existing industry-standard 2.5 or 2.8 metre (110 inch-wide) corrugators. This press will be the first solution codeveloped by the two companies since the announcement of their strategic collaboration at Graph Expo 2014 in Chicago on 28 September 2014.

analogue processes. Digital preprint is more efficient than post-print alternatives.

“Addressing the enormous digital opportunity in the corrugated market requires best-in-class technology innovation, a portfolio of solutions, scale, and a market vision,” said Aurelio Maruggi, vice president and general manager, Inkjet High-speed Production Solutions, HP. “The new press will transform the short and mid-range corrugated packaging market, dramatically disrupting operating models and costs and more importantly create new value for brand customers.”

HP and KBA both bring proven legacies of endurance, scale and innovation to their joint initiative.

This year, HP celebrates its 76th anniversary and its 31st year of

Centralised corrugated box plants serving major retail brands will especially benefit from this digital pre-print solution for all corrugated print applications.

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Thermal Inkjet innovation. KBA is a 197-year-old company and the second-largest offset press manufacturer worldwide.

“KBA has a rich heritage of developing innovative solutions that meet or exceed customers’ quality expectations,” said Christoph Müller, executive vice president for the Web Press Product House, KBA. “In working with HP, we will combine our complementary technological strengths for the needs of packaging converters.”

HP Thermal Inkjet Technology helps meet converters’ needs for high-quality print, along with highvolume productivity, reliability and versatility. Ultimately, it opens the way to game-changing value chain cost savings and capabilities for brands and packaging converters.

HP’s accelerated entry into

corrugated packaging At drupa 2008, HP announced its first Inkjet Web Press. Since then, the company has expanded its portfolio to its current lineup of ten presses across five webwidth platforms transforming the publishing and production mail market.

In May 2014 at Interpack, HP announced its intent to enter the corrugated packaging market. In June, the company announced its first web-press offering for this market. Fewer than 90 days later the first HP T400 Simplex Color Inkjet Web Press was installed at Obaly Morava – Czech Republic. At Graph Expo, in September 2014, HP announced its partnership with KBA. The new web-press offering is in addition to the HP Scitex sheet-fed corrugated solutions offered by HP.

Award-winning Mexican commercial printer chooses to invest again with Goss Infagon Web S.A. chooses M-600 system to complement sheetfed and web capabilities Long-term confidence in supplier and technology was key to decision

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ith steady business growth calling for an increase in production capacity, leading Mexican commercial printer Infagon Web S.A. has decided to invest in a new M-600 press system from Goss.

The new press will complement a wide array of both sheetfed and web presses to meet a specific need for premium-quality print in short- to mid-range run lengths.

According to Infagon’s owner Serafin González, his company’s excellent and longstanding relationship with Goss meant that the press supplier was comfortably in lead position when considering a new web offset investment.

“Over the ten years that we have been operating Goss presses, we have developed a very strong rapport with the Goss team and their technology, and our existing presses continue to serve us well.

Nevertheless, for an investment of this scale, it is essential to remain objective - the automation and consistent high-quality of the M-600 press were crucial in the decision.”

Due for installation in 2015 into Infagon’s main facility in Mexico

City, the new M-600 press is rated at speeds up to 55,000 impressions per hour and will feature a 965mm web width and 578mm cut-off.

It will be configured with a JF55 folder and Ecocool dryer and incorporates a range of automation technology.

Mexico and Theobald De Nigris Foundation.

Commenting on the order, Goss sales manager for Latin America, Leonardo Clavijo, concludes: “This order is a great endorsement for Goss as it underlines our longstanding successful relationship with a valued partner.

As a company, Infagon prides itself on being ahead of the field in terms of technology and customer service - and they have very exacting standards!

Clearly, it is a point of great pride to Goss to know that we enjoy their high regard in both these respects.”

“More and more, our clients are employing print as a prestige product,” continues González.

“This means that quality needs to be higher than ever, and in lower volumes for a more select, targeted distribution. With this is mind, we have chosen a versatile, agile and cost-effective press system that can even accommodate run-lengths previously only in the sheetfed domain.”

A pioneer in its field, Infagon was the first printer in Mexico to invest in gapless printing technology, installing a four-unit Goss Sunday 2000 press in 2007. This was followed up with a five-unit Goss Sunday 2000 press in 2009.

The company was founded in 2002 and today employs 350 people, producing the full range of commercial products, including catalogs, magazines, directories, calendars, books and brochures.

Infagon Web is repeatedly recognized for its high-quality, and has won awards both nationally and internationally, including from Printing Industries of America, the Union of Industrial Lithographers of

Infagon owner Serafin González (left) with Leonardo Clavijo, Goss sales manager for Latin America.

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INNOVATIVE PRINTING TECHNOLOGY AND DELICATE PACKAGING DRAWS ATTENTION

HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL PRINTING & PACKAGING FAIR GATHERS LEADING SOLUTIONS PROVIDERS AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS

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rganised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Limited, the 10th edition Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair will take place from 27 – 30 April at the AsiaWorld-Expo. Over 400 worldwide exhibitors will take part in the fair, showcasing their latest printing and packaging offerings. The fair has been running for a decade and has proven to be an ideal sourcing platform of enhanced printing and packaging solutions for industry buyers.

THEMATIC ZONES FOR EASY SOURCING The fair is well-designed with various thematic zones to give exhibitors optimal exposure in their respective areas of expertise, namely Printing Services, Packaging Services, Food & Beverage Packaging Solutions, Printing Consumables & Packaging Materials, Printing & Packaging Equipment, Digital Printing Equipment, Integrated Pre-press & Trade Services and Integrated Packaging Solutions. Last year, the first debut of Green Printing & Packaging Solutions successfully caught the attention from the industry.

The Zone returns this year with

an expanded area to showcase various eco-friendly packaging products, such as biodegradable packaging materials and recyclable packaging to cater to the green market trend. Another highlighted De Luxe Zone specialises in products and solutions for the premium and luxury sector, designed to reinforce and uplift brand and image value.

In light of the increasing demand for delicate packaging for skincare and cosmetics, this year the Beauty & Cosmetic Packaging Display Showcase will be presented for the very first time within the De Luxe Zone. Specialising in hot stamping foil, Murata Kimpaku Company (HK) Limited aims at bringing a touch of elegance to luxury products by applying its genuine gold and heat transfer foil to cosmetics packaging in the display showcase.

Also making its debut is the Festive Items Display, which provides a platform for creatively designed paper products. Intbox Packaging Company Limited from Vietnam will showcase its environmentally friendly festive items including the 2-in-1 Moon Cake Gift Box. The special packaging for Mid-Autumn Festival can be reused after being

CANON HONG KONG COMPANY LIMITED Zone: Digital Printing Equipment Booth No.: 6-D02

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Intbox Packaging Company Limited Zone: Green Printing & Packaging Solutions, Festive Items Display Booth No.: 3-F11

Kenmac Holdings Limited Zone: Printing Services Booth No.: 3-C10

crafted into a helicopter-shaped lantern, where candles can be placed inside. This Festive Items Display is specifically designed for buyers who produce seasonal and thematic products.

image quality. It delivers finer details and smoother gradients in highlight areas, as well as crisp colours in the mid tones, plus incredible density in shadows and areas of solid colour.

CUTTING-EDGE PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

As mobile devices become indispensable to human life, Kenmac Holdings Limited presents the new application Web2Print, which is the first innovative App to let printers manage their printing business by smartphones or tablets. It is an interactive tool to meet all customers’ requirements including product types, shapes, sizes, quantities, printing materials and colour.

UV digital printing is the fastest growing segment in the wideformat printing industry and has taken a central place in the graphics business. Canon Hong Kong Company Limited, which exhibits for the first time, will put forward its Océ Arizona 365GT UV flatbed printer. Designed as a true flatbed, the printer allows precision printing on a wide variety of materials, ranging from irregularly shaped objects or heavy substrates such as glass, to materials that have an uneven surface such as wood. The UV curable inks and Océ VariaDot imaging technology enables realistic and near-photographic

SEMINARS ON LATEST MARKET TREND AND TECHNOLOGY During the fair period, a number of seminars and forums will be held for information exchange among the industry players.

Wide ranges of activities, such

Murata Kimpaku Company (HK) Limited Zone: Printing Consumables & Packaging Materials, Beauty & Cosmetics Packaging Display Showcase Booth No.: 6-F10 as seminars on “Latest Global Trends in Deluxe Packaging” and “From Ideas to Reality - 3D Printing Technology, Application and Trends” will put forward in-depth analysis of the latest market trends, introducing various popular printing technologies and packaging designs.

Networking receptions will be organised for business gathering and providing chances to take step forward into global market.

The concurrent HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair, the world’s largest gift fair, will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Free shuttle bus service will run between HKCEC and AsiaWorld-Expo at regular intervals during the course of the

two fairs.

Fair Websites Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair: www.hktdc.com/fair/ hkprintpackfair-en Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair: www.hktdc.com/fair/ hkgiftspremiumfair-en For more information, please contact: Ms Stella Cheung Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: (852) 2240 4969 Fax: (852) 2169 9775 Email: stella.kp.cheung@hktdc.org

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HP Increases Production Inkjet Quality, Versatility with High Definition Nozzle Architecture

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ew services reflect HP’s vision for predictable print operations and optimised cost structure HP announced new High Definition Nozzle Architecture technology for HP Inkjet Web Presses, providing print service providers breakthrough print quality, versatility, reliability and productivity.

The new High Definition Nozzle Architecture printhead doubles the native print resolution of current HP inkjet printheads from 10,560 to 21,120 nozzles, delivering 2400 nozzles per inch1, and supports dual drop weight per colour for sharp text, fine lines, accurate skin tones, smooth grey and colour transitions, and enhanced highlight and shadow detail. Built-in nozzle redundancy ensures reliable and consistent printing.

our HP Inkjet Web Press customers to address a broader range of applications from general commercial printing to production mail to publishing by resetting the bar for inkjet quality and performance,” said Aurelio Maruggi, vice president and general manager, Inkjet High-speed Production Solutions, HP.

into all HP Inkjet Web Press platforms, including the HP T200, T300 and T400 Inkjet Web Press families and those sold through resellers. Current customers can upgrade to the new technology.

HP T200, T300 and T400 series Inkjet Web Press customers have printed more than 90 billion A4 equivalent pages since 2009.

“HP is committed to continuous investments in inkjet technology across a broad portfolio of products, driving unparalleled economies of scale, and providing upgradable solutions so that existing and future customers can take advantage of advancements.”

Service advancements

High Definition Nozzle Architecture technology will be incorporated

Building on its commitment to customer service and support, HP also introduced a cloud-based inventory management system that helps HP Inkjet Web Press customers improve uptime and productivity.

The HP Smart Uptime Kit for

HP Inkjet Web Presses enables customers to manage parts, track usage and extract reports to enhance productivity and access data and parts quickly and securely.

The HP Smart Uptime Kit is a component of the HP Service Advantage portfolio announced at Graph Expo, which includes HP Predictive Press Care and HP Visual Remote Guidance.

Additional information about HP Inkjet Web Presses is available at www.hp.com/go/inkjetwebpress.

Product videos and updates are available on Twitter at www. twitter.com/hpgraphicarts and on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ hpgraphicarts.

HP will also offer a new quality mode, which prints up to 122 metres (400 feet) per minute in colour with dual drop weight for a step function improvement in print quality2. Powered by High Definition Nozzle Architecture technology, the maximum print speed enabled will be up to 244 metres (800 feet) per minute, while still delivering the excellent print quality HP customers depend on today.

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The new High Definition Nozzle Architecture printhead doubles the native print resolution of current HP inkjet printheads from 10,560 to 21,120 nozzles

STRATASYS EXPANDS FDM AND POLYJET 3D PRINTING MATERIAL OPTIONS FDM’s ASA is available in eight new colors PolyJet adds 20 new Digital Materials

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tratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, introduced new colors for its ASA thermoplastic and expanded its Digital Materials.

Launched in September, ASA is an all-purpose FDM material used for the production of prototypes, manufacturing tools and finished goods. Adding to the previously launched ivory and black, the eight new color options for ASA include: red, orange, dark gray, yellow, green, dark blue, white and light gray. ASA now offers the most color options of any FDM material, allowing users the flexibility to create colorful parts that are UV resistant, strong and durable.

more than 1,000 material options) by adding 20 two-component Digital Materials that combine Endur with other base materials.

Endur Digital Materials allow users to create parts using a range of gray-scale colors with rigid material options, as well as the ability to select a variety of Shore A values with flexible material options.

polypropylene material for use with the Objet EdenV, Objet EdenVS, Objet Connex systems, Objet30 Prime and Objet 30Pro 3D Printers.

Eight new rigid Digital Materials offer a range of six gray shades and two white shades. Twelve new flexible Digital Materials offer a range of Shore A values. Six of these combine Endur with TangoBlackPlus and six combine Endur with TangoPlus. Launched in 2014, Endur is an advanced simulated

“By introducing Endur Digital Materials, we are giving customers more flexibility and versatility to 3D print durable prototypes,” said Boaz Jacobi, director of product management for PolyJet consumables.

Endur offers prototyping benefits to a wide range of manufacturers in the consumer goods, household appliances, automotive parts, consumer electronics and lab equipment industries.

Endur Digital Materials, available for Objet Connex 3D Printers, can produce thin walls, living hinges, snap-fits and moving or assembled parts.

Examples include containers, CD cases, gaskets, shoe soles or handles.

“It’s a superior PolyJet solution for living-hinge and snap-fit applications.”

For more information about ASA’s new color options and Endur Digital Materials, contact a reseller or visit Stratasys’ website. Images and spec sheets for both materials are available by visiting the Stratasys newsroom.

ASA offers an exceptional surface finish and has the best aesthetics of any FDM material available.

Compared to ABS, details such as printed text and other features are greatly improved by ASA’s matte finish.

Compatible with the Fortus 360mc, 380mc, 400mc, 450mc and 900mc 3D Production Systems, ASA thermoplastic can be used by manufacturers in a variety of industries including sporting goods, outdoor tools, electrical, toys and automotive.

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Goss works with Innotech to give The New York Times new supersize capabilities

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oss International has completed a press enhancement project with Innotech involving the installation of full-color panorama gatefold capabilities for The New York Times. The new formats allow the publisher to offer advertisers innovative placement opportunities to create maximum impact.

Completed to a tight schedule of around 20 weeks from initial order to the first test run, the project involved retrofitting each of two existing Goss Colorliner press lines with a custom-configured Innotech Panorama Gatefold System.

According to Dan Picco, regional sales manager at Goss, the project called on the full and combined

expertise of all parties involved: “Obviously, for a publisher operating on the scale of The New York Times, there is no time to lose and there can be no disruption to ongoing daily production.

(1219 x 559 mm). In addition, it is possible to make smaller gatefolds or coupon folds at one or both edges for special promotions providing new display areas for advertisers.

We had to establish failsafe processes from the outset and make sure we achieved the highest level of teamwork. The fact that The New York Times is already enjoying the benefit of the new capabilities testifies to our joint success.”

It is also possible to make gatefolds in the cover page or have the gate folded section as a wrap around the main section. The new capabilities have already been used to maximum effect by select advertisers in The Times.

The gatefold system now running at The New York Times enables the Goss Colorliner presses to produce an additional four-page wide centerfold or a separate eight-page pull-out section, up to a maximum format of 48 x 22 inches

Vinod Kapoor, president at Innotech concludes, “Goss and Innotech engineered a solution that gave The New York Times ultimate flexibility with regard to the positioning of specialized sections within the newspaper, without the

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need to purchase a new press.”

About Innotech (www. innotechequip.com) Innotech, a New York based manufacturer of press auxiliary equipment, has been building customized equipment for commercial and newspaper printers for the past 25 years with installations in America, Europe and the Far East.

Panorama System uses “INNOFORMER”, the geometric air bar plow, for high speed folding with no set-up time. Innotech has installed many such systems in China, India, Germany and Colombia. Most of these systems were retro-fitted on existing presses.

STRATASYS PROFESSIONAL-GRADE 3D PRINTER NOW AVAILABLE ON AMAZON.COM

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tratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a global leader of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions announced that the Stratasys Mojo 3D Printer with Print Pack Starter Package is available for purchase on Amazon.com.

This new addition to Amazon.com gives business owners, entrepreneurs, engineers and educators the opportunity to purchase a professionalgrade 3D printer that is suitable for office spaces, directly from Amazon. com.

The Stratasys Mojo 3D Printer prints professional-quality models using Stratasys’ Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Technology. The Mojo can produce concept models and functional prototypes, in ABSplus thermoplastic material.

The Mojo offers fine-feature detail that is only available on larger production systems like the Fortus Production 3D Printers. Suitable for office spaces, Mojo measures 25 in. wide, 21 in. deep and 18 in. tall (64 x 53 x 46 cm). The ease of water-soluble support removal allows for handsfree cleaning of the most intricate moving parts.

“Amazon.com has become a pioneer for 3D printing and we are excited for our Mojo to be a part of its online store,” stated Gilad Gans, president, Stratasys North America. “Having our professional desktop 3D printer on Amazon.com expands our exposure into a new marketplace we weren’t previously present at. Now customers who are looking for a professionalgrade 3D printer can take advantage of Amazon’s convenient online shopping experience.”

The Mojo Desktop 3D Printer is part of the Stratasys Idea Series. The Mojo 3D Print Pack Starter Package includes a desktop 3D printer, a startup supply of materials and bases, the Mojo Print Wizard and Control Panel software and the WaveWash 55 support removal system.

Canon Europe launches Océ ImageStream 2400 TO EXTEND DIGITAL PRINT ON OFFSET MEDIA APPLICATIONS Canon, world-leader in imaging solutions, is launching the new Océ ImageStream 2400 to bring the power of digital printing on offset-coated media to 20.5” (520mm) paper and 2-up A4 applications.

The Océ ImageStream range, first introduced with the Océ ImageStream 3500 in October 2014, is Canon’s first full-colour inkjet press to print on standard offset-coated paper stock. The range utilises the latest innovations in high-speed inkjet technology at a native resolution of true 1200dpi, and new ink chemistry to enable printing on a wider range of media then previously possible, including coated and uncoated offsetprinting media and lightweight papers, meaning print service providers can mix offset and digital production lines without the need for two different types of paper and without compromising on productivity.

The Océ ImageStream 2400 brings this new technology to additional applications requiring a print width of 516mm (20.3”) and an optimum printing speed of 160 metres per minute, resulting in an impressive equivalent of 2,154 A4 pages per minute.

“Since launching the Océ ImageStream 3500 we have received a great deal of positive feedback from our customers,” says Craig Nethercott, Commercial Print Group Director, Canon UK. “The Océ ImageStream range opens many doors for businesses looking to complement an existing offset workflow with the power of digital print, or move over to a completely digital workflow while retaining the familiar look and feel of offset-coated and lightweight paper.”

“One major element of feedback, however, was the desire for a system that brings this new versatility to a 2-up A4 paper format so that customers can integrate this exciting technology into their existing workflows. The Océ portfolio already includes a range of systems at this width, so it was a natural step, and one which will be widely welcomed by existing customers and new customers alike.”

The Océ ImageStream 2400 is suitable for a wide range of high-end applications, including books, brochures, magazines and catalogues, combining the familiar image quality and feel of offset print, with the power and versatility of a digital workflow, enabling shorter or combined print runs, personalised content and print-on-demand. The Océ ImageStream 2400 includes the high-performance and scalable Océ SRA MP controller, which offers uninterrupted printing of multiple jobs at full engine speed.

“Customers have already told us how the Océ ImageStream system will help them to achieve new levels of productivity and create new business propositions,” said Craig Nethercott. “Now the Océ ImageStream 2400 will bring that proposition to an even wider audience.”

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GERMAN UNIVERSITY REVOLUTIONIZES ELECTRIC CAR PRODUCTION

WITH STRATASYS 3D PRINTING VIA STREETSCOOTER PROJECT Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, today announced it will feature the paradigm-breaking StreetScooter C16, an electric production vehicle available for under €10,000, on its stand at EuroMold, 25-28 November, Frankfurt, Germany.

Using revolutionary design and production methods, the StreetScooter project was developed by the Production of Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) of Aachen University.(1) The company StreetScooter was founded in 2010 with the goal of developing an electric car that rivalled conventional vehicles on price with realistic performance, safety and sustainability. While specifications vary from model to model, a StreetScooter C16 is expected to typically weigh 450kg - (1000lbs) excl. battery, has a range of min.

100km (80 miles) and delivers a top speed of 100km/h (60mph), making it an ideal city vehicle.

Representing a new breed of car, the Short Distance Vehicle was built using the large format Objet1000 Multi-material 3D Production System for all its exterior plastic parts, including the large front and back panels, door panels, bumper systems, side skirts, wheel arches, lamp masks, and a few interior components such as the retainer instrument board and a host of smaller components. Parts were 3D printed using Stratasys’ tough Digital ABS material, enabling the engineering team to build a prototype car that could perform in strenuous testing environments

to the same level as a vehicle made of traditionally manufactured parts.

Throughout the development of the StreetScooter C16, the Objet1000 3D Production System was used for making prototype parts, as well as end-use manufactured parts and production tools in the final development stages. The 3D Production System’s huge 1000 x 800 x 500mm (39.3 x 31.4 x 19.5in) build tray gave it the ability to 3D print the full range of components up to a meter in length.

Revolutionary from the start Very few aspects of the StreetScooter project were conventional. Funded by university professors and leading German automotive suppliers, StreetScooter brought together more than 80 companies, including Stratasys, to work with “Lead Engineering Groups” dedicated to different areas of StreetScooter’s development.

“The Objet1000 is the largest multi-material 3D Production System on the market and Aachen University was the first university in the world to have one,” says Achim Kampker, Professor of Production Management in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Aachen University. “Being able to use it in the development of large and small parts for StreetScooter was exciting in itself, but the contribution the 3D printed parts made to the construction of the car was enormous. The ability to produce full-scale prototypes that perform like the final parts,

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accelerated testing and design verification, enabling us to bring to market a prototype electric car in just 12 months - something that is just unimaginable with traditional manufacturing.”

3D printing technology had been used before by Aachen University for StreetScooter. Various components of the StreetScooter were 3D printed in the early design phase of the car for the fast realization of geometric and functional prototypes. These included, for example, the retainer instrument board, the drive mode switch panel, the mirror compartment, and the Deutsche Post bonnet logo. The final production model of StreetScooter was developed for Deutsche Post AG and is 4.3m3 capacity delivery van version that is now operational in Germany.

“With the advanced multi-material 3D printing technology available to us from Stratasys, vehicles can be easily customized for

specific customers, enabling us to design on-the-fly,” adds Prof.

Achim Kampker. “These cars can be developed from scratch and ready in a matter of months, not years, as with traditional automotive production processes.

The StreetScooter project has demonstrated to us how a whole new approach to car design and manufacturing is possible with 3D printing.”

“The StreetScooter is the latest example of Stratasys’ leadership in additive manufacturing for automotive design and production,” concludes Shelly Linor, Director of Global Education at Stratasys. “With StreetScooter, the Objet1000 3D Production System not only enabled the very rapid design and development of the vehicle, but also demonstrates the capabilities of additive manufacturing for producing final parts used in demanding applications.”

Fujifilm to showcase their widest range of inkjet solutions at FESPA 2015

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rand new Inca Onset R40LT, Acuity platform and thermoforming applications take centre stage at FESPA 2015 Fujifilm will display an extensive array of mid-range and high-end printing platforms at FESPA 2015 (Cologne, May 18th – 22nd).

On its stand (S9 - Hall 6), Fujifilm will demonstrate the latest advancements in its wide format portfolio and showcase how print service providers can more easily gain access to scaleable, high end platforms that can grow with their business, thanks to the introduction of the Inca Onset R40LT. Visitors to the stand will view the versatility and scaleable configuration of the popular Inca Onset R40i platform, as the entrylevel Onset R40LT has the ability to develop from a four-channel, 265 m2/hr device up to an eightchannel 400m2/hr printer with a

variety of colour configurations. This gives users a highly flexible machine that can grow with their business whilst protecting their investment in the long-term.

The full-width array Onset R40LT is a future-proof and cost-effective wide format flatbed printer targeted at print service providers that are considering a standard mid-range digital flatbed machine.

Making its first appearance at the show, the printer is distinguished by a more user friendly interface and guarantees high quality results with no banding at higher throughput speeds than scanning head technology.

The Onset R40LT model can start as a manual 3.14 x 1.6m (123.6in x 63in) full-width array flatbed printer and is capable of printing onto substrates up to 50mm (2in) thick at speeds equivalent to 40 full-beds sheets/hr. The printer has

all the intelligent design features of the existing Onset R40i, including 14 picolitre Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra printheads, a UV sensor system and mechanical substrate height detectors, all of which maintain productivity, quality and reliability.

Fujifilm will also demonstrate a new 25-zone vacuum table developed for the Onset platform and the new Uvijet OW ink, which is designed to facilitate the shift from PVC to polypropylene materials without compromising on quality and performance.

From Fujifilm’s renowned Acuity range, this year’s FESPA will feature the Acuity F, Acuity Advance Select and Acuity LED 1600.

Designed to meet the requirements of print service providers who have a high demand for nearphotographic image quality on rigid media, Acuity F prints at speeds of

up to 155 m2/hr and is available as a 6 or 7 channel model.

The Acuity Advance Select is a versatile UV printer with 4, 6 or 8 colour channels including white and clear options. It produces near-photographic quality print at up to 32.8m2/hr on a wide range of display and signage materials.

Finally, the Acuity LED 1600 is an established hybrid roll-fed printer featuring a low-energy LED curing system, and is suitable for rigid and very thin flexible materials.

The Vybrant F1600 will also be showcased at FESPA 2015. It is a four colour, 1.6m roll-to-roll device with a productivity of up to 18 m2/ hr, and is ideal for printing vinyl and other flexible materials to create indoor or outdoor applications where durability and quick delivery times are essential. The Vybrant F1600 features Fujifilm’s patented FUZETM hybrid UV ink technology,

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which can improve the efficiency of a large format production environment.

Fujifilm will be highlighting its commitment to developing solutions for the industrial sector by demonstrating its unique Uvijet KV ink. Used in conjunction with the Acuity Advance Select, Uvijet KV has outstanding elongation properties of up to 1000% when heat formed, making it perfect for short run and one-off thermoforming applications.

Finally, Fujifilm will demonstrate XMF Producer. Part of a new addition to the XMF Print Production Solutions suite, the software allows printers to centralise, automate and preflight job layouts for production on mid-range and high-end flatbed platforms such as the Onset and Acuity.

Especially beneficial for high volume output, XMF Producer uses a template approach to manage variable data, automatically arranging jobs over multiple beds once they have been pre-flight checked. The software outputs hundreds of bed-sized layouts that can be printed via any RIP in the production environment. In addition to the automation and speed benefits that XMF Producer delivers, its centralised function within a mixed device environment

ensures production consistency.

Tudor Morgan, systems marketing manager - high end at Fujifilm Speciality Ink Systems, comments: “FESPA 2015 will be the perfect platform to showcase how our wide format portfolio is continuously expanding to suit print service providers of all sizes. With the launch of Onset R40LT, printers can now invest in a highly scaleable and productive mid-range printer that can grow with their business, while the ongoing developments of the Acuity devices in combination with UV inks will demonstrate the versatility of UV inkjet systems and the variety of applications they can produce.”

He concludes: “Visitors should not miss the opportunity to see our comprehensive and diverse product range that meets the needs of many different printers across the sign & display and light industrial sectors.”

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CANON EXPANDS BUSINESS ANALYSIS TOOL

Offers strategic guidance for transactional and direct mail printers

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anon has extended the reach of its successful business analysis tool – the Business and Innovation Scan – to provide the print operations of Corporate Data Centers involved in transaction printing with strategic direction and a plan of recommendations to adapt to the changes in their marketplace.

Canon’s Business and Innovation Scan has been tailored to help Corporate Data Center managers gain a greater understanding of the impact that current trends in transactional applications are having on their operations, and provide a set of recommendations to re-align their department’s capabilities to maximise future business potential in this sector.

Central to the new offering is the broad scope of its auditing and benchmarking process, which covers five key strategic business areas that are vital to transactional and direct mail applications: cost control; sustainability; productivity; security and integration. This provides a comprehensive insight into the entire workflow, from the integration of data via the host system through to final despatch and distribution of both printed and electronic documents.

establish a thorough review of current operations and gain a full understanding of the customer’s future ambitions.

This audit is followed by a detailed and customised action plan with a set of recommendations highlighting areas of improvement and ways in which the customer can adapt their business to achieve long-term goals, cost and production efficiencies and future business growth.

Canon can then work with the customer to help them follow the action plan by utilising development tools such as Canon’s Essential Business Builder Program (EBBP) through which independent industry experts are deployed to support them through their process of change.

Commenting on the launch of the new Business and Innovation Scan offering, Mark Lawn, European and UK Marketing Director, Professional Print Solutions, Canon Europe says, “Although the transactional and direct mail sector is facing considerable challenges as with many areas of the print industry, there are still growth opportunities to be had for print service providers (PSPs) willing to address the issues and adapt their businesses accordingly.”

He continues, “By understanding the drivers and pressure points

within transactional print workflows, we have adapted our Business and Innovation Scan model to provide customers operating in this sector with a much broader review of inter-related business departments covering the full production workflow.

This enables us to assist their strategic planning and develop a clear set of recommendations to adapt to changing demands, enhance cross-department integration and maximise production and cost efficiencies that will future-proof their business.”

The concept of the Business and Innovation Scan was first introduced by Canon in response to market insight intelligence. According to the latest independent Canon Insight Report 2014 – Building your future with print – despite 80% of PSPs recognising the need to change their current business model, less than 50% have a plan in place to help them to make that change.

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FESPA MEXICO 2015 CONTINUES EIGHT-YEAR SUCCESS COURSE WITH GROWING INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT 2015 EVENT ATTRACTS BIGGEST EVER INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITOR PARTICIPATION

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ESPA Mexico continues to cement its position as the predominant speciality print event in the region, with growing endorsement from international exhibitors as the 8th edition of the exhibition approaches (20-22 August 2015, Centro Banamex, Mexico City).

Stimulated by the success of the 2014 FESPA Mexico event, and by interest in Mexico as one of the global high-growth economies, an increasing number of key international brands wish to participate directly in order to find regional partners and engage with the event’s well-defined audience of senior Mexican print decisionmakers.

57% of current international exhibitors are first time participators at FESPA Mexico, with principal exhibitors including Arlon Graphics,

Bordeaux, Chemica and Smartcolor.

International brands are also signalling their confidence in the FESPA event through sponsorship, with MS confirmed as Solutions Partner and Mutoh as Wrap Masters Sponsor.

Daniel Castro, Director for Latin America, Arlon, comments: “Over the last 2 years Arlon has evolved tremendously. We felt that we needed to expand our brand in a market that is very important to us; Mexico is our largest market in Latin America and Arlon has been privileged to participate in FESPA Mexico in previous years partnering with our distributors. We have been able to evaluate the potential of FESPA Mexico and we consider 2015 as the ideal time for Arlon to have its own booth space. ” Mexican companies also feature heavily on the floor plan, with

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respected national brands such as Celupal, Segra, HP, Grupo Roma and Gizmo taking significant stands.

Demand from both the international and domestic exhibitor communities means that the floor space is filling fast, with 90% of the available exhibition space allocated six months out from the show.

and inks. The market at that time was heavily skewed towards lowprice signage and graphics. In the meantime, FESPA Mexico has given printers access to the technology and know-how to offer clients a broader range of higher quality products, and the 2015 event will continue to reinforce this.”

Under the motto ‘Reveal a Brighter Print Future’, FESPA Mexico will build on its eight-year mission to stimulate Mexican printers to push their businesses to new heights.

Digital textile printing will be a particular focal point of the 2015 show, continuing the rise in direct to textile and sublimation printing exhibits observed in 2014. High levels of visitor interest in textile applications will be addressed through a dedicated Forum within the comprehensive FESPA Mexico educational programme.

Michael Ryan, FESPA’s Group Exhibition Manager, explains the sentiment behind the strapline: “When we launched FESPA Mexico in 2007, we were keen to guide the Mexican print community by demonstrating the growth opportunities that could be seized with new generation output devices, contemporary substrates

The popular FESPA Wrap Masters Mexico will also be back in 2015, with more technical training and installation tips in direct response to 2014 visitor feedback

Antalis to present its latest packaging solutions ACHIEVE OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE THROUGHOUT THE PACKAGING SUPPLY CHAIN

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perational excellence throughout the packaging supply chain’ will be the overarching theme for Antalis Packaging at the Internet Retailing Expo in March 2015. Visitors to the Antalis stand (J11), can see the latest protective packaging products and learn about its bespoke solutions and consultancy services designed to maximise product security at minimum cost, and how to streamline efficiencies from goods in, to goods out.

On display will be a selection of secure packaging solutions that hold goods in place to provide optimum protection for delicate and high value items. These include a variety of suspension packages, which ‘suspends’ the item between two sheets of film membrane, as well as retention containers whereby the goods are fixed in place under a flexible PU film for secure storage and transportation.

products. Offering an alternative to the air cushion system, the FillPak TT portable void-fill system creates crumpled paper to form filling material, which is dispensed to the required length for securing and protecting the product within the its packaging box.

Complementing its protective packaging solutions, Antalis Packaging will also present a selection of its wide range of mailroom products, including padded envelopes, corrugated postal wraps, composite foam

packs, postal tubes, suspension and retention packs and printed tapes.

Visitors can also see how the new Brother Tape Creator can simply and quickly create personalised and corporate branded bespoke tape within minutes.

“The value of a product and the loyalty of a customer can be totally ruined if their product fails to reach its destination in perfect condition, not to mention any damage to the reputation of a brand. Therefore the value placed on the protective packaging of products and loads should never be underestimated,” says Andrew Smedley, Divisional Manager at Antalis Packaging.

He continues, “At Antalis Packaging, our mission is to work with our customers to highlight ways in which they can maximise the effectiveness and efficiency of their packaging operation whilst minimising costs to deliver real business benefits to all parties involved.”

Also on the stand will be a range of void-fill products including its AirSpeed range of inflatable air cushion systems and the Wonderfill™ air-packet solution.

Offering an alternative to foam products giving maximum protection during storage and transit, these lightweight and compact air cushion systems convert flat performance film into inflatable cushions to any required lengths, on-demand, eliminating the need to store bulky cushioning PRINTING REVIEW | March-April 2015 | 27

KBA shows its colours on a reviving market

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he general economic situation in Spain has been far from easy over the past few years.

In the meantime, however, there are signs of a gradual revival, also for the important print industry on the Iberian peninsular. It is against this background that the Graphispag trade fair is taking place at the Gran Via Exhibition Centre in Barcelona from 24th to 27th March. Koenig & Bauer (KBA) and its sales partner KBA-Lauvic España S.L. will be informing visitors on the company’s broad product portfolio for the most varied market segments on a joint stand in Hall 2 (stand E509).

Offset, flexo and digital for diverse applications Whether for high-quality sheetfed offset with countless inline finishing options for commercial work and packaging, high-volume inkjet printing on the RotaJET L, the printing of flexible packaging on webfed flexo presses or modern web offset for the commercial

sector and newspapers, the KBA Group offers products to suit every need. Experts from the manufacturing facilities and their colleagues from the Spanish agency will be present at the fair to discuss technical innovations, user-oriented solutions and new business models.

A particular focus is to be placed on innovations for the mediumand large-format Rapida sheetfed presses, for example the new HR and LED drying technologies. After all, these well-established presses are already widely popular with Spanish users. Integrated workflow solutions with KBA Complete and the extended service packages of KBA Service Select are further key topics. For those interested in highvolume digital print solutions for books, direct mailings, advertising, newspapers or industrial applications such as decoration printing, the inkjet web presses of the RotaJET L (web widths up to 1.3 m) and RotaJET VL series

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(web widths beyond 2 m) are sure to be top of the list. The flexo presses EVO XD and EVO XG from Italian subsidiary KBA-Flexotecnica S.p.A will no doubt prove similarly attractive for companies wishing to print flexible packaging. The numerous KBA customers among Spanish newspaper and commercial printers can look forward to information on the latest developments for product refinement in web offset, possible upgrades or retrofits to existing installations and a wide range of technical service offers.

KBA-Lauvic España – single partner for all users After many successful years as sales distributor for KBA web presses, Barcelona-based KBA-Lauvic España also took over sales and service responsibilities for sheetfed offset and flexo presses from KBA in 2014.

To optimise customer care, Lauvic has expanded its staff and opened a new branch in Madrid in October, alongside representative offices on the Spanish East Coast, in Andalusia, La Rioja, Galicia and the Basque region.

Before the outbreak of the financial crisis in 2008 and the stubborn recession which followed, Spain was one of the six strongest KBA markets. As far as large-format sheetfed offset is concerned, KBA is still the clear market leader with over 100 Rapida presses installed, above all with packaging and book printers. The market presence is also high in medium format and webfed presses for newspapers and commercial applications. Emerging from the sluggishness of recent years, the numbers of enquiries relating to sheetfed offset, digital and flexo projects are currently increasing once more. With the order for an EVO XD flexo press for the Mondi media group, for example, KBA-Lauvic has already booked its first success. In the web offset segment, on the other hand, users are still a little more hesitant to invest.

New modular Varius LX-TX narrow web offset press from KBA-MePrint

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roduce top quality labels and laminates at a low price

KBA-MePrint has earned its reputation in the industry for innovative printing solutions on demanding, non-absorbent substrates.

Presses for waterless UV offset printing in the highest quality have long formed a core competence of this KBA subsidiary. KBA-MePrint joins the premium class of label and laminate printing with the modular Varius LX-TX narrow web press.

In a market where digital printing is gaining importance in numerous segments, the Varius LX-TX provides an outstanding print quality, versatility and individual equipment options for printing and finishing along with economic advantages for small to medium runs.

Lower costs and better quality for shorter runs As a flexible narrow web press, the Varius LX-TX with ghosting-free short inking units is based on UV offset technology, a technology that has proven itself with a brilliant print quality in a wide range of realworld applications. The absence of ink keys and dampening solution simplifies operation, saves time and leads to a drastic reduction of waste during job changes – a crucial economic advantage for shorter runs. In addition, for label and laminate printing, the semirotary Varius LX-TX achieves the necessary format flexibility without expensive, complicated sleeves using cost-effective, quickly imaged and automatically interchangeable offset plates. Compared to conventional solutions, this lowers production costs and unproductive machine downtime significantly. Especially for screen

images, the superior detail and colour brilliance of the waterless offset process shines – a great advantage for high-quality wine, spirits, cosmetics and other premium labels, films or challenging laminates with thicknesses between 50 and 500 microns. The semi-rotary drive concept allows for continuous variation of the printing length without time-consuming changes for the plate and blanket cylinder. The high degree of automation with fully automatic plate change, auto register, optional quick-change doctor blade chambers and other features greatly minimises set-up times. The sum of the technical and procedural advantages provides the user with opportunities for differentiation and specialisation in a highly competitive market.

User-oriented technology platform The fully modular design of the Varius LX-TX is not a purely offset press but a flexible and configurable, user-oriented technology platform for the printing, finishing and postpress required for premium labels. Instead of the anilox inking units, longer inking units without damping units can be integrated as well as modules for UV varnishing or opaque white applications (replaceable between different positions within the machine), flat screen printing units from KBA-Kammann and digital printing heads (also subsequently) for marking or personalisation. The same flexibility applies to the inline finishing with the possible integration of modules for cold and hot stamping, embossing, stamping, cutting, weeding, etc.

Depending on customer requirements, a wide range of drying systems from different manufacturers are used. In addition to drying with ultraviolet and infrared radiation, a hot-air dryer system can also be installed.

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printservices – Successful reconfiguration of non-manroland press by manroland India

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ress at Malayala Manorama

2011. It is the fourth largest

The experienced technicians from manroland India and manroland web

completed by manroland

newspaper circulated in India and

systems (Germany) carried out the reconfiguration work. They completed

India in three weeks

the largest circulated newspaper

the work in just three weeks, much to the customer’s delight!

in Kerala. Malayala Manorama

After the successful completion of

Company Limited is responsible for

“We developed the customised software in accordance with the

service projects overseas in Dubai,

more than 20 other publications at

technical configurations of the press. Everything was well managed thanks

Australia, Columbia and Congo,

its 19 printing centres across India

to the wealth of experience in press manufacturing, more than 160 years,

the manroland India service team

and the Gulf region.

brought by manroland web systems,” said Bijendra Sharma, General

proves its mettle once again by

Manager, manroland India Technical Services.

reconfiguring a non–manroland

The Manugraph-made press

UNISET 60 press in India.

was installed at the Malayalam Manorama Thiruvananthapuram

manroland web systems GmbH

centre in March 2003 for the

provides the best strategic

printing of 20 pages with 4 colour

partnership, based on its superior

pages. Later in 2005, printing

knowledge of equipment design,

units were added to the press for

construction and the execution of

printing 24 pages with 8 colour

high level projects. This was all in

pages. In August 2014, more

line with customary standards for

units were added to the press

reliable, high-performance presses.

to print 24 pages with 16 colour pages. This reconfiguration project

Supported by a large pool of

was awarded to manroland,

highly competent engineers,

with complete trust placed in its

manroland India has yet again

highly skilled technical team. The

succeeded in meeting customer

work involved incorporating three

requirements at Malayala

more H-type printing units, one

Manorama, Thiruvananthapuram,

colour desk and one drive panel

Kerala.

with motor. While the mechanical installation was done by Manorama

Malayala Manorama is a daily

with help from Manugraph,

newspaper published in the

manroland was in charge of

Malayalam language in Kottayam

reconfiguration.

(Kerala, India) by Malayala Manorama Company Limited.

It currently has a readership of over 10 million (with a circulation base of more than 2.2 million copies). According to the World Association of Newspapers, it has been the 11th most circulated newspaper in the world since

The eight-page UNISET from manroland web systems has been sold more than 350 times around the globe. At Malayala Manorama in Trivandrum, manroland India recently updated a UNISET 60 licensed for construction by manugraph.

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Entering a new era with LITHOMAN Prinovis has a successful start in web offset printing in Dresden

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rinovis, Europe’s largest printshop, is expanding its product range and investing in commercial web offset. Two LITHOMAN presses complement the existing rotogravure equipment at Prinovis in Dresden, a company previously focused solely on gravure printing. The market leader for webfed printing, manroland web systems, prepared the company for the new business unit.

Bertram Stausberg, CEO of Prinovis, made it clear at the LITHOMAN inauguration in mid-January 2015, explaining that many customers’ projects are becoming more diverse in terms of print runs and formats, “and Prinovis now has the speed and flexibility to meet these additional requirements even better.” For Stausberg, entering the web offset printing sector means “a strategically important complement to our core business of gravure printing.” The LITHOMAN presses are intended to print products including supplements and magazines in premium quality.

manroland web systems had to meet in the project into words: “manroland web systems was to support us with technical expertise in the area of offset printing. In addition to the pure printing technology, this also included knowledge on the versatile production options provided by the sophisticated LITHOMAN press.

It went off without a hitch – allowing us to enter the area of web offset printing wellequipped.”

Anton Happacher, Vice President Technical Service at manroland web systems, adds: “The teams from both companies worked in close collaboration in regular project sessions. There were many aspects to be clarified and explained, be it plate handling or general offset-relevant processes.

We also provided the Prinovis press operators with intensive training.”

Happacher was also impressed

by the press relocation. Between press disassembly in Laage and reassembly at the hall in Dresden, including press storage, all process steps were timed perfectly. “It was a logistical feat.”

Convincing start-up Installation was completed quicker than planned and the reassembled LITHOMAN press has been running at full speed since January 2015.

The first customer was K-Mail Order (Klingel Group). The printshop provided the mail-order company with a brochure in several language and country versions in the medium-sized print run range.

The premiere impressed Isolde Adamietz, Head of Production at K-Mail Order: “We are very pleased with the results of the first offset job at Prinovis and are very happy that our colleagues at Prinovis can now produce our

communications even more flexibly and more closely aligned to our needs.” In addition to variable print run options, Prinovis provides the customer with new combination products at its hybrid location: for instance, the cover of a magazine can continue to be produced in gravure, while a regional bound-in insert (“stitched-in supplement”) to the same magazine could be produced on the offset presses.

Or the cover could be gravureprinted with UV coating, while the content is produced in offset.

In addition, customers can now order magazines that use different types of paper (matte offset paper and glossy gravure paper). Add to that new options in finishing and logistics. A special brochure produced for the “Prinovis Media Day” customer conference held in Dresden combined offset content with a gravure cover for the first time.

Transferring machines and expertise Prinovis had purchased two interlocking short-grain 48-page LITHOMAN S presses from insolvent Adam Nord, located in Laage near Rostock. The setup with two webs, two reel splicers, ten printing couples, and three folders renders 96-page A4 production possible and is the only print configuration of this kind in the world. Hauke Knafla, Head of Production at Prinovis Dresden, puts the high expectations PRINTING REVIEW | March-April 2015 | 31

printservices – greater flexibility and production capacity

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elocation and reconfiguration of printing towers at the Times of India in Delhi and Mumbai

The Times of India (TOI) is one of the most important newspaper publishers among the customers of manroland web systems. The company relies on COLORMAN, GEOMAN, REGIOMAN, and double-width CROMOMAN 4-1 systems as the technical basis for its success. To continue building on its leading position, the Times of India has decided to expand its printing capacities in the Delhi region and increase its flexibility in Mumbai.

second system. This enables the printing of products with up to four 16-page sections or 64-page newspaper copies. And the original web path can still be used. In addition to additional web leads and turner bar levels, manroland web systems installed a new register control system.

GREATER AVAILABILITY JUST IN TIME FOR FESTIVAL SEASON Project lead Dr. Ralf Schädlich explains: “The challenge with this project was that the entire system still needed to be available for daily production. The customer could only offer to take a short break from using the system for three days. During this time, we also needed to do all testing and commission the system. At night, the presses kept running at full capacity. The actual conversion process took place in less than three weeks.”

Two GEOMAN printing towers were recently moved from the TOI printshop in Mumbai to the publisher’s Sahibabad location in northern India near Delhi. An existing GEOMAN system was also expanded to include six towers.

TOI now has the prerequisites to produce 48 color pages. Color advertising is an increasingly popular option, especially during festival season in the fall. Now complete, this new configuration makes it possible to cater to these demands and print newspapers with 40 or 48 pages.

Thanks to the collaboration between engineers from the main publishing house and colleagues from manroland India, the time required to convert the GEOMAN and get it back up and running could be reduced considerably.

COLORMAN in Mumbai now even more flexible The Times of India is also the main user of COLORMAN systems in India. To ensure even greater flexibility in terms of page numbers, two presses in Mumbai were connected across all sections. An additional web path guides two webs from one system through the balloon-former to the folder on the 32 | March-April 2015 | PRINTING REVIEW

FINAT launches the European Label Forum 2015 Emphasis on knowledge sharing

The panel of keynote

and marketing’, ‘technology and manufacturing’ and ‘management and

and business relevance

presenters will furthermore

corporate affairs’. Also new will be a plenary workshop that will take the

include:

shape of a ‘lean manufacturing game and exercise’ during the closing

F

INAT, the international

session of the event.

association for the self-

• Herman van Rompuy, former

adhesive label industry, has

EU President and Belgian Prime

“Presenting trends and underscoring market influences is the key role of

reshaped and rebranded its annual

Minister;

this event, but the value is in truly understanding how they will impact day-

congress to reflect greater industry

• Rasmus Ankersen, entrepreneur

to-day business and shape the future. With topics like ‘the new reality of

collaboration and cooperation.

and bestselling management

retailing’, ‘label design that makes products sell more’, ‘competing product

Under its new name, the European

author;

decoration technologies’, ‘3D printing business models’, ‘succession

Label Forum (ELF) will take place

• Ramses Dingenouts, Senior

planning’ and ‘how to sell your business?’ We are aiming to offer direct

June 11-13 2015, Amsterdam, The

Packaging & Identity Design

business value to a variety of label industry audiences and we are

Netherlands.

Manager at Heineken;

therefore encouraging label printers to consider participating with multiple

• Gordon Crichton, Director of the

members of staff to take advantage of this opportunity”, adds Mr. Walker.

“The annual congress has

French Procurement Management

historically presented key industry

Institute (MAI).

updates and insight,” explains Kurt

“There will be ample opportunity to network so that delegates can share ideas amongst themselves and leave with a clearer idea of how they can

Walker, FINAT President. “However,

There will also be a first-hand

make a difference when they return to their operations. We also believe

we want to enhance the value

preview of the 3rd edition of the

the ELF will help attendees build new relationships that will enable them

of our annual event for business

FINAT RADAR, the association’s

to interact with like-minded business leaders beyond the conference,

and opinion leaders from around

half-yearly market overview to be

collaborating on new ways of working to ensure a long-term profitable

Europe and beyond. This is why

published after the ELF.

future.”

conference as The European Label

Parallel Business Streams

The forum will be the stage for presentation of FINAT’s annual awards, too,

Forum.

One of the novelties in the ELF

including the FINAT Label Awards and Recycling Award.

we have chosen to ‘re-brand’ the

will be the series of three parallel The new format will provide

programme streams on the first

Complete details about the awards, congress programme, registration and

insights to attendees on items of

day of the conference, offering a

other arrangements can be downloaded from

relevance for strategic decision

choice of top level expert speakers

www.EuropeanLabelForum.com.

making, by connecting different

on three areas of expertise: ‘sales

areas of interest and expertise through dialogue and interaction.

Sessions will also map the key transformations reshaping the industry, and in doing should help them to identify the opportunities and challenges. In other words, the ELF will offer a unique source of knowledge, experience and networks key to the strategic success of label businesses in an international business environment.”

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Times of India finally opts for Q.I.Press Controls mRC-3D

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ndia’s largest media conglomerate Times of India has opted for Q.I. Press Controls’ press automation solution. The Times Group is the largest publishing company in India and South-Asia. With a turnover exceeding a billion dollars, the group has the support of over 25,000 advertisers, 11,000 employees and an audience spanning across all continents.

With its flagship Bennet, Coleman and Company Limited (BCCL) and its subsidiaries, the Times of India is present in every existing media platform – newspapers, magazines, books, TV, radio, internet, music, movies and more. It’s the largest publishing company with regard to newspaper circulation in India: 13 newspapers, 18 magazines, 11 publishing centres, 26 printing centres.

Controls’ basic module of IQM (Intelligent Quality Management) system and the waste gate control option is a logical. The supplies ensures a top position in quality printing in the Indian market. The print quality is excellent and consistent so it matches the ambitions of The Times of India Group.

Mr. Vijay Pandya, Managing Director of Q.I. Press Controls India states: “This is a very important order for us to state that we deliver proven and reliable solutions. It also proves the effects of our continuous efforts to provide high standard services offered by a highly skilled technical team that speaks the language of the customer.”

About Q.I. Press Controls: Q.I. Press Controls develops and delivers innovative, high quality optical measure and control systems. We are globally active in the newspaper and magazine printing industry. Our total solutions are supported by a worldwide service network. These reliable systems are proven in the market of existing and new printing presses and offer our customers structural better results.

I am here… for you

The investment is for their manroland GEOMAN double width newspaper press at its Ghaziabad location– 6 tower and 1 folder (twin). The order consist of 12 motorised mRC-3D cameras for register control and 12 motorised mRC-3D cameras for cut-off control. Additionally each folder will be equipped with waste gate control. With these features The Times of India will ensure the continuation of monitoring and tracking for good and consistent print quality delivered to his end user.

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drupa innovation park 2016: Global platform for innovation presenting technology and business solutions for the future dip@drupa 2016: Future vision demonstrated in six theme parks

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nce again the drupa innovation park 2016 (dip) will be the focal point for the industry’s latest inspiring and creative developments.

The six theme parks will display current trends and topics along with business cases associated with process-oriented print and publishing solutions.

Sabine Geldermann, Director of drupa, explains the intention behind dip 2016, “The dip is a fantastic way for young companies and start-ups as well as global players with forward looking solutions and applications to present themselves.

Since its first appearance at drupa 2004, the ‘dip’ has made a name for itself in the industry as a pioneering technology and solution platform for the international print and media industry and we are building on this success.”

Geldermann continues, “In line with the strategic restructuring of drupa 2016 and its focus on highlight topics, the drupa innovation park, with its six themed areas, will provide an opportunity for visitors to acquire insights into the technologies of the future.

the presentation stage and in the “dip energy lounge”. As an orientation forum and community meeting point, these areas will help promote interactive dialogue between everyone involved.

Covering an area of more than 3000 square meters, once again the drupa innovation park can be found in Hall 7.0. dip 2016 will be split into the following six theme parks: 1. Multichannel Publishing & Marketing Solutions This area covers topics such as management of cross-media content/assets, web & app publishing, database publishing and marketing and brand management solutions. Also potential applications and trends such as augmented reality, NFC

applications or customised mass production.

2. Web-to-Media & E-Commerce This area focuses on solutions for web-to-publish or web-to-print, E-commerce & shop platforms, cloud publishing and web editors for design/print and HTML 5.

3. Process Optimization & Automation Visitors to this area can expect to find solutions and innovation on the following topics: management information systems, enterprise resource planning, print automation with JDF/JMF, workflow management from prepress to finishing, process and quality control systems, industrial robots and automation technologies 4. Added Value in Print The focus here is on finishing, further development and the advanced added-value of print products, including innovative substrates, new finishing methods, packaging, labelling printing & displays, green printing and secure printing 5. Innovations in Printing Technologies Modern printing and process technologies will be presented in this theme park and visitors will find applications for functional printing, printed electronics, 3D printing, solutions for prototyping, visualisation & workflow.

We believe this opportunity will give our industry an indispensable tool to support strategic business decisions.”

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6. Business Models Alongside technological changes, new business concepts and models have an ever more important role to play. These and strategic cooperation and marketing platforms, finance concepts and franchising and licence models are the subject of this innovation park.

In 2016 an international team of experts will again be responsible for designing and communicating the drupa innovation park.

“The dip is a platform for all visitors to drupa 2016, sharing knowledge and providing an insight into future communication developments in the print and media industry,” says Frank Romano, Professor Emeritus, Rochester Institute of Technology.

Peter Sommer, Senior Vice President of the Elanders Group, adds: “drupa has always been synonymous with technical innovations. But what has been lacking is implementation in successful business models, especially in relation to competition in the online and mobile segments.

The drupa innovation park is a beacon in this respect and does what the name suggests. Ideally, it will turn the drupa slogan ‘Touch the future’ into reality.”

Messe Düsseldorf has once again authorised the marketing, communications & events agency Winter Consulting with realising and coordinating the drupa innovation park.

For more than 14 years, Winter Consulting has been designing and implementing exhibition concepts for innovative trade fairs and conferences. Owner Sandra Winter has been actively involved in marketing, communication and sales in the IT, print and media industry since 1992 and oversaw 2004, 2008 and 2012. Registration details and more information about the concept will be available at www.drupa.de from the end of March.

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After 2016, drupa will switch to a three-year cycle RUNNING IN MAY OF 2019, 2022 AND 2025 drupa, the world’s leading trade fair for print and cross-media solutions, will switch to a three-year cycle after 2016, when it runs from 31 May to 10 June. This decision was taken by the drupa committee at today’s meeting in Düsseldorf.

“The entire print process chain has changed radically because of the Internet and digital technologies.

New applications and solutions are developing and opening up new fields of business. At the same time, there is more focus on innovative technologies, such as 3D printing, printed electronics and functional printing,” explains Claus Bolza-Schünemann, Chairman of the drupa Advisory Board and President Koenig & Bauer Group.

“It’s more important than ever before that our customers have an overview of the latest technology and are also inspired to use new business models and solutions. drupa is the only specialist trade fair in the world to offer this– and will do so every three years in the future.”

One positive side-effect of this change is that drupa will no longer run in 2020, the same year as interpack, the world’s most important trade fair for the packaging industry and the closely related process industry. “The drupa exhibitors who specialise in packaging printing would have found 2020 an incredibly stressful year so the change will clearly benefit customers,” emphasises Werner Matthias Dornscheidt, President & CEO Messe Düsseldorf.

The precise dates haven’t yet been finalised, but it’s clear that drupa will take place in the traditional drupa month of May in 2019, 2022 and 2025 in Düsseldorf.

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drupa 2016 set for success: The new drupa!

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orldwide industry and its global players support this leading international trade fair to present their latest print and crossmedia solutions drupa 2016, the leading international trade fair for print and crossmedia solutions, is already set for success: Worldwide industry and its global players are giving their clear support for the next drupa, and many have booked larger exhibition space than for the previous show. Even now – 17 months before the start of the show on 31st May 2016 – 80 percent of the exhibition space is confirmed as booked. If this trend continues, drupa 2016 will once again, as throughout its 60 year history, be sold out and will cover the entire marketplace relating to print and crossmedia.

International global players and market leaders will be at drupa 2016 alongside upcoming and innovative companies from around the world. Werner M. Dornscheidt, Chairman of the Board at Messe Düsseldorf gives his initial assessment, “In the light of the challenging environment, this is a more than outstanding result. No other industry event worldwide – neither the small, regional niche events nor national trade shows – can offer what we can. This result clearly confirms that our strategic realignment with its focus on future-oriented and highlight topics is correct. “ “touch the future”: Future technologies and markets in sight Under the motto of “touch the future” drupa 2016 will focus more heavily on future-oriented technologies such as printed electronics, 3D printing and inkjet printing with its industrial

applications. These innovative technologies are driving the market forward and are opening up significant opportunities and growth potential worldwide, primarily in the field of packaging, functional and industrial printing.

According to Smithers Pira (UK), sales in the packaging print sector will rise annually by four percentage points to US$ 970 billion by 2018. There are also indications of growth in the industrial and functional printing sector. Since 2008 this market, that includes printing processes for the production of decorative and laminated surfaces, ceramics, vehicle parts, promotional items or electronic products, has risen annually by 13.4 percent and in 2013 achieved a volume of US$ 43.7 billion. Experts from InfoTrends (USA/UK) currently value the market at US$ 100 billion. “We recognised the growth potential of these markets very early on and successfully set in motion the special “PEPSO” (Printed Electronics Products and Solutions) exhibition at drupa 2012, for example”, explains Werner M. Dornscheidt.

“At drupa 2016 we will cover this topic with additional events in the specialised programme and in the form of special shows, known as “touch points”.”

The market for 3D printing is developing even more dynamically.

The global market volume is currently estimated at around US$ 2.2 billion. The Association of German Machine and System Engineers (Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau) that recently founded the company Additive Manufacturing, is anticipating an annual growth rates of 25 percent. “We have therefore developed the “3D fab+print”

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brand specifically for this market segment,” says Werner M. Dornscheidt. “At drupa and other relevant Düsseldorf trade fairs, we are joining forces with other exhibitors in 3D printing technology and bringing greater focus to the entire topic of 3D”.

The response from the industry to this strategic realignment at drupa is clearly positive, as confirmed by the level of registrations. Claus Bolza-Schünemann, Chairman

of the drupa exhibitor advisory board and Executive President of Koenig & Bauer AG, welcomes the “new” drupa. “In the online age there has been much discussion in our sector about the usefulness of trade shows. However, the internet simply cannot replace direct contact with people and ideas in the global print and media marketplace, or indeed direct experience of the latest technologies and solutions for this enormously varied market.

At drupa 2016 we are again expecting lively interaction for both tried & trusted and the very latest ideas in all areas of print and crossmedia. The slogan “touch the future” clearly highlights the focus on innovation and new concepts.

New topics such as functional printing, printed electronics or 3D printing will be reflecting the capacity for change and the need

for innovative printed matter in our industry far beyond the confines of the trade show halls. KBA will certainly be there once again!”

The relevance of drupa for the entire sector is also underlined

by Kodak: Chief Marketing Officer Steven Overman says, “Kodak looks forward to being at drupa 2016. drupa’s new focus on future technologies suits Kodak perfectly. It’s the ultimate venue to show our integrated print solutions to customers and partners – publishers, printers, advertisers, manufacturers, consumer electronics suppliers and other tech companies”. You’ll see Kodak’s process free plates that reduce environmental impact, systems that make smart packaging more eye-catching, the world’s fastest and highest quality inkjet presses, and micro 3D printing processes to mass produce touch sensors.”

The relevance of new markets and target groups was recognised early on by drupa 2016 exhibitor Mimaki and as a result the company is giving the show its full backing: “drupa 2016 will be the number one show to spot trends in print & crossmedia solutions, so that is where Mimaki will be”, emphasises Mike Horsten, General Manager Marketing, Mimaki Europe. “Our expanded portfolio consists of a myriad of printing solutions for any print service provider. Be it large volumes, personalised printing on particular substrates or peculiar objects, Mimaki can deliver the right solution to get the job done.

This diversity in our customer base challenges us to select the right show for the right audience. But drupa delivers a heterogeneous attendee crowd and offers exhibitors and visitors alike the chance to get inspired to touch and print the future - we have to be there.”

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG is also giving its full backing to drupa. “drupa 2016 will be an interesting milestone for us to present our integrated offset and digital technologies with the corresponding services

and consumables - in a new dimension. In line with present market requirements we will be demonstrating innovative solutions alongside our partners in Düsseldorf”, says Harald Weimer, Executive Board Member at Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG and member of the drupa committee.

Crossmedia and multichannel: Printing in the time of the internet, big data, web-to-print & variable data printing The internet and digital communication overall has changed print in a fundamental way. This is emphasized by the current “drupa Global Insights” report entitled, “The effects of the internet on printing – the digital flood”. Interaction is the name of the game. Big data, web-toprint, variable data printing and internet-supported tools such as augmented reality and QR codes characterise and impact the entire cosmos of printed products and the complete workflow.

Here drupa is pulling out all the stops with its highlighted topic of multichannel printing. HewlettPackard, an active member of the drupa committee since 2013 and a top ten exhibitor at drupa, confirms the new direction: “Communication between people is evolving just as quickly as technology,” reflects Francois Martin, Worldwide Marketing Director at HP Graphics Solutions Business. “The new crossmedia strategy at drupa with the integration of digital and analogue printing as well as print and online will show that the printed product continues to play a key role in communications.

Change in an industry requires courage and firm decisions. The realignment does exactly that and I hope that everyone realises that a new journey is beginning. The new drupa stands for effective and sustainable communication in a social, mobile and cloud-based world.”

believes that drupa is taking the right path: “In a world where the “future” quickly becomes “now,” drupa 2016’s realigned aim to “touch the future” perfectly describes what visitors would like to see,” says Guy Gecht, CEO EFI. “In a fast-changing world working in an often challenging industry, customers deserve to have the opportunity to explore and compare future investment options. No other event allows for that better than drupa. The show truly reflects the direction of our industry for the four years following each show. The best way for EFI to honor drupa’s 60+ year legacy is to make the 2016 event a world-class showcase of future technology and innovation that allows printing companies to take the lead in an ever-evolving, opportunity-filled industry.”

Another company offering definite support for this strategic realignment is another top ten exhibitor at drupa 2016 – Konica Minolta. General Manager, Toshitaka Uemura, CP Business Division/Sales Headquarters, Konica Minolta, Inc explains: “With drupa’s strategic realignment and particular focus on print & crossmedia solutions, package printing and highlighting the industry’s innovative strength, Konica Minolta is the perfect match for drupa 2016: We are constantly delivering new business opportunities by virtue of our deep understanding of the production printing market and our customers’ needs combined with our high-end technology. It is the right time for innovative approaches and optimized workflows for a successful future for the commercial printing and graphic arts industry and we are well positioned to prepare our customers’ businesses for the new digital era.”

Also giving their backing to the digitisation of the sector and the repositioning of drupa is Landa Nanographic Printing: “drupa plays an important role in the printing industry’s evolution into a 21st century communications medium. Our choice of drupa 2012 as the launch platform for Landa Nanographic Printing was the start of an incredible journey, both for us and for the industry. We expect that drupa 2016, at which we will almost double our stand space to some 2,600 square meters, will be another historic milestone on the road to the digitization of the printing industry”, states Ila Bialystok, VP of Marketing, Landa Digital Printing.

After analysing all the registrations, the 19 trade fair halls will be structured according to the individual industry areas and topics starting at the end of 2014. The specialised programme – such as the drupa innovation park, the drupa cube or the “touch points” theme parks – will be designed accordingly. The exhibitor admission process will begin in September 2015. An initial exhibitor list will also published online in September 2015.

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“The Speedmaster CX 102 is unparalleled in Performance and Productivity”, Says Ramesh Kejriwal of Parksons Packaging “We are truly excited about our latest acquisition, the Heidelberg Speedmaster CX102.

Everything about the CX 102 press is impressive -- unparalleled performance, enhanced productivity and best print quality “, says Ramesh Kejriwal, Chairman Parksons Packaging, on the postinstallation performance of India’s first Speedmaster CX 102 six-color press.

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n automation proponent, Ramesh Kejriwal is duly impressed with the Heidelberg Speedmaster CX102’s ‘Prinect Inpress Control’, which controls print quality while the sheets are on fly, thereby reducing wastage and shortening makeready times.

has procured 7 brand new Heidelberg presses for its production units at Daman and Pune. Endowed with features for optimum productivity and quality, the Speedmaster CX102 is a surefire winner all the way.

The chairman of one of the most dynamic print houses in the country believes firmly that value comes at a premium. “We are longtime customers of Heidelberg, since the 80’s. So, we are well aware that Heidelberg presses come at a premium. But, the premium is entirely justified when you look at the cost savings and competitive advantage we enjoy”, he says. The Speedmaster CX102 has helped the company achieve significant cost savings, related to production.

“Before buying the Speedmaster CX102, we were running three production shifts 24X7 non-stop. But, now we have eliminated one shift totally, saving on labour, electricity and other consumables, thereby maximizing profits and productivity. The underlying economics is compelling. The corollary is we achieved our target numbers with ease. Buying the CX102 has been our best business decision in recent years”, Ramesh Kejriwal states emphatically.

Vinod Kela, General Manager of the Parksons Packaging plant at Daman reaffirms Kejriwal’s statement, “Thanks to the Speedmaster CX102, we are running just 2 shifts now. With the arrival of CX102, the Daman unit is now more energy efficient and cost-effective. “ The Speedmaster CX102 experience has further forged the bond between Heidelberg and Parksons. Mr. Ramesh Kejriwal also hinted that he will be signing up for 2 more new Speedmaster CX 102 presses with Heidelberg shortly.

“This is one of the most technically evolved solutions in the printing Industry. The need of the hour is more automation and lesser manual interference. The Speedmaster CX102 fits this requirement to a tee. Our make-ready times are less than 15 minutes now, and we need less than 80 waste sheets for color matching, this saves us large volumes of ink and paper”, says the happy client.

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THE NEW STAHL FOLDER CH 56 FOLDING MACHINE FROM HEIDELBERG FOR SHORT RUN DIGITAL AND OFFSET PRODUCTION Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto: the first ever automated 50x70cm crossfold unit Intelligent automation technology simplifies setup and minimizes job throughput times

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ew addition to the Stahlfolder BH/CH product line: The Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto folding machine performs professional folding for short and medium offset and digital runs.

automated parallel folding unit with buckle plates and folding rollers is accompanied for the first time in this format by an automated cross-fold unit. The operator only needs to enter the new job on the touchscreen for the front edge stop in the cross-fold unit to automatically move into position.

The buckle plate and folding rollers are set to the right format and grammage. This simplifies the operator’s work enormously when

setting up small folding jobs in particular, as there is no need for any manual intervention.

Customers will also value the speed with which the folding job is completed and the last sheet stacked on the pallet. In one hour, the new Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto folding machine could easily complete five repeat folding jobs of 500 to 1,000 copies each. The machine will appeal to customers looking to

produce short runs in B2 format cost-effectively and in the shortest possible time, while still ensuring added value and quality control as part of their own offset and/or digital production processes. The Stahlfolder CH 56 folding machine can be customized with various options and modules to meet the customer’s individual wishes, for example with two feeder types and 4 or 6 buckle plates in the parallel folding unit.

The new intelligent automation technology used in the Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto folding machine simplifies setup and minimizes job throughput times. Its automated parallel folding unit with buckle plates and folding rollers is accompanied for the first time in this format by an automated crossfold unit.

Following the successful launch of the Stahlfolder BH/CH series one year ago, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is adding a further folding model to its portfolio. The Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto folding machine will be available worldwide from April 2015. The machine has been specially designed to enable customers to achieve the best possible folding results for flyers in 50 x70 format. Its major advantage is the especially easy-to-use, endto-end intelligent automation. The Stahlfolder CH 56 KT auto uses the same user-friendly touchscreen controls that thousands of customers have become accustomed to over the years.

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Second drupa Global Trends report: International printing sector looks to the future with surprising optimism

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nitial results from the second “drupa Global Trends” report are showing sustained recovery from the recession with some surprising insights and positive feedback. The full report designed to highlight economic and operational trends in the worldwide print sector is available at the end of March. The results are all the more interesting as the survey itself, conducted in October 2014, was largely identical to the first “drupa Global Trends” report from February 2014. In addition this year a full survey was conducted amongst industry suppliers for the first time, ensuring a balanced picture of the global print market. Developments and important key data from the worldwide print sector – such as financial conditions, business climate, investment plans and technologies used are given in detail and trends revealed.

Werner Matthias Dornscheidt, Chairman of the Messe Düsseldorf Management Board summarises the key results of the study. “The generally upbeat picture reported by the expert panel surprised us,” says Dornscheidt. “Both the print service providers and the international supplier industry gave a positive evaluation of the economic situation of their own companies as at October 2014.

Even more surprising, however, was that the print and supplier industry is heading into 2015 with a very positive outlook.”

The question ‘How do you see the outlook for the coming twelve months?’ was answered by 48 percent of service providers surveyed with expectations of an improvement in their companies’ economic situation, and only seven percent with a decline. The results from the worldwide supplier industry were similarly positive: 51 percent forecast an improvement, and only eight percent a decline.

On the other hand, the results from

individual performance measures surveyed show a much more mixed picture: 1. Sales for print service providers continue to rise – but are less pronounced. 39 percent of print service providers report an increase, whereas 22 percent show a drop in sales. This positive balance of 17 percent is well below the positive net balance of 27 percent from the first survey.

2. The margins for print service providers continue to fall. Almost half (43 percent) of the print service providers surveyed report falling margins, while just 16 percent succeeded in increasing margins. Positive exceptions here are the markets of North America and the Middle East, where 29 and 28 percent reported increased margins.

3. Digital print is growing fast but is still a small percentage of turnover for most printers. As quickly as the share of digital printing in the overall print technology mix continues to rise, most turnover continues to be generated from traditional print. Only ten percent of the print service providers surveyed achieved more than 25 percent of their 2014 sales in digital printing (2013: 8 percent).

4. Print service providers are not turning to services outside the print sector. Often recommended as a new business area – but not yet realised in practice: Just 27 percent of the print providers surveyed achieved more than ten percent of their sales with services outside the print sector (e.g. asset management for customers, updating databases, etc.).

Drawing an initial conclusion from the second “drupa Global Trends” report, those surveyed feel pretty positive – even if some measures are still showing negative trends.

This general optimism is supported by the investment plans cited both by print service providers and supplier firms. After all, only a

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forward-looking development strategy ensures a competitive edge and thus the future of the company.

More than 1100 international decision-makers from the print industry and their suppliers responded to the comprehensive survey in October 2014. The independent market research company Wissler & Partner (Switzerland) and Printfuture (UK) have – as with the first “drupa Global Trends” report and the first “drupa Global Insights” report – expertly evaluated and prepared the results. At the end of March the Executive Summary will be available as a free download in seven languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese and Russian) as well as the entire version incl. the full figures in English for a price of EUR 249.00 online at www.drupa.de.

Xeikon Café Packaging Innovations wraps up successful 2015 edition with 35% rise in visitor numbers

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nique platform informs hundreds of label and packaging professionals on ways to ensure their digital production is profitable Xeikon is pleased to report that the 2015 edition of the Xeikon Café Packaging Innovations saw a 35% rise in visitor numbers with more than 700 industry innovators keen to learn about enhancing digital print production. Hosted

by Xeikon in collaboration with its Aura partners, the three-day event at Xeikon’s R&D and production site in Belgium was held to help label and packaging printers as well as converters, print buyers, brand owners and marketers worldwide transform profitability. Visitors were able to learn more about the latest trends and innovations in digital production and had the opportunity to get up to speed with the newest technologies and share insights.

“We are delighted to see the Xeikon Café Packaging Innovations platform is growing, in terms of both industry and customer support. We received very positive feedback from the event attendees. The relaxed approach to this educational review of market drivers, trends and emerging technologies enabled them to have far reaching conversations and get

a clearer business path for their journey ahead,” says Wim Maes, Xeikon CEO. “We are also very pleased to see an increased diversity in the type of print professionals that attended the event,” Maes continues. “Not only printers and converters appreciated the Xeikon Café as a platform to get more insights in optimizing their digital print production. Also brand owners gained a better understanding of how digital print is the answer to their needs in terms of shorter runs and greater product variety to name just some. For marketers that attended the event, I can say the Xeikon Café 2015 certainly was an eye-opener as they discovered how digital print technology creates new creative opportunities.”

Extended educational platform During the Xeikon Café, a series of presentations were held as part of the Business Conference program where highly experienced market experts and Xeikon customers shared business insights and experiences on digital printing.

Running alongside, the Technical Conference program provided a number of technology-driven seminars given by Xeikon and its Aura Partners. In total more than

answers many of the challenges today’s print producers, print buyers and brands face. Because there is more to print production than printing, we have gone one step further and developed together with our Aura Partners total solutions. These solutions, or suites, are carefully selected and thoroughly tested combinations of equipment, technologies and capabilities. Having these solutions demonstrated live at the Xeikon Café, we managed to educate visitors how to produce not only head-turning prints, but fully finished products,” Maes concludes.

100 sessions were held, covering all aspects of digital production.

“One of our objectives with the Xeikon Café is to provide an informal knowledge exchange platform. Also for the 2015 edition, we certainly reached this goal with a large number of high quality presentations, all providing outstanding industry related information. Leading market trends and their influence on brands and print buyers were just some of the most interesting topics,” adds Maes.

Collaboration with Xeikon Aura Partners provides myriad of information At the Xeikon Café 2015 edition, no less than 33 Aura Partners exhibited their integrated solutions and industry expertise through more than 15 different applications ranging from folding carton to self-adhesive, heat transfer and in-mold labels. The wide range of applications illustrated exactly the extent of what digital production can achieve. Combined with the many networking opportunities, this event was also much appreciated by the attending Xeikon Aura Partners.

Xeikon invites anyone that was unable to attend the event to visit the www.xeikoncafe.com website for more impressions, images or to request a free sample package.

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X-Rite Launches i1iSis 2 Automated Chart Reader for Improved Prepress/Pressroom Quality, Productivity M1 Measurement Support, Scanning of Thousands of Patches in Minutes for Fast, Accurate Measurement and Device Profiling

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-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, and its subsidiary Pantone LLC, today announce an important update to its popular i1iSis Solutions family of automated chart readers for prepress/premedia, photo and pressroom color management and profiling. The new i1iSis 2 and i1iSis 2 XL use i1 spectral technology to accommodate M0, M1 and M2 measurement illumination conditions which help manage the complexities of measuring optically brightened substrates now commonly used in grand format, premedia and digital press applications.

“For anyone in prepress, digital print or the graphic arts production process that spend time measuring charts, the new i1iSis2 is a must,” said Ray Cheydleur, Printing and Imaging Portfolio Manager of X-Rite.

“This automated chart reader, is built on our award-winning i1 spectral technology and reads up to 2,500 patches printed on a single A3 page in just minutes, saving valuable operator and production time. Now users have the ability to capture M0, M1 and M2 in a single chart measurement cycle.”

charts are aligned as they are fed into the system, automatically correcting for misalignment.

Barcode reading for chart identification adds further ease of use and error reduction.

With the i1iSis 2 and i1iSis 2 XL, users are able to: • Capture full spectral data for the charts they measure; • Use with i1Profiler software to accommodate a variety of inks and substrates in any viewing condition using Optical Brightening Compensation (OBC); • Assure compliance with new ISO standards for M-Series measurement illumination conditions; and • Spend less time on press profiling and more on taking care of customers.

The i1iSis 2 and i1iSis 2 XL are XRGA compliant. The X-Rite Graphic Arts Standard (XRGA), an X-Rite calibration standard for

The i1iSis 2 integrates seamlessly into a user’s workflow and is available in two models: • i1iSis 2 XL: Reads up to 2,500 patches on a single A3/ Tabloid sheet in just 10 minutes; • i1iSis 2: Reads up to 1,500 patches on a single A4/Letter sheet in just 8 minutes.

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graphic arts instruments, includes new advances in color technology and changes required to meet ISO-13655. As XRGA-compliant instruments, the i1iSis 2 and i1iSis 2 XL ensure high quality data exchange and workflows in environments where different instrumentation is used.

Sensient launches ElvaJet Swift: the game changing sublimation ink range

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ensient Global Inks introduces ElvaJet® Swift, a new series of digital sublimation inks for Epson DX print heads that will redefine productivity in textile printing. [Sponsored Content] ElvaJet® Swift inks are unrivalled in quality and performance, and enable the most cost effective and efficient printing in the industry today.

This new ink series offers substantial cost and time savings. Elvajet® Swift users can easily and significantly improve efficiency thanks to key advantages including: Ease of inks installation Outstanding printability on virtually any printer equipped with Epson DX printheads Unmatched open time and immediate start after printing pause Fast drying and high transfer rate (on coated and uncoated paper) Superior colour strength at much lower ink consumption Eco-sustainability Experience the new era of sublimation printing by joining Sensient at ISA International Sign Expo from 9th to 11th of April 2015 in Las Vegas at booth # 5389.

At FESPA 2015 in Cologne, Germany, visitors will also have the opportunity to witness the ElvaJet® Swift revolution. Sensient will be demonstrating Elvajet® Swift at stand G15 from May 18th through the 22nd of May 2015.

About Sensient technologies Sensient Technologies Corporation

is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals.

The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands.

Sensient Global Inks, a business unit of Sensient Technologies Corporation, is a leading pioneer in the field of sublimation printing.

Through years of experience and knowledge within the textile printing industry, Sensient has developed a range of traditional inks, digital inks and colors which exemplifies excellence.

ElvaJet®, a commitment to industrial digital printing With the ElvaJet® family of products and their valueenhancing approach to industrial digital printing, Sensient Imaging Technologies S.A. produces inks with proven and enhanced performance in industrial digital printing: Visual Excellence - vivid colors, high definition Increased Productivity - printing speed as never seen before Total Reliability – where you need it, when you need it Eco Sustainability – the true water borne solution Discover all their ultimate solutions at www.elvajet.com.

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Onyx Graphics previews new ONYX 12 software at FESPA 2015 Engine and optimised for superior

automate job submission through JDF and hot folders providing control of

performance for all sizes of print

critical job settings, and reducing errors introduced by manual intervention

service providers. ONYX Thrive

during the production process.

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printing market. New functionality in ONYX Textile Edition software helps

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users achieve target results quickly and easily. ONYX Textile Edition

offers the unique ability to add RIP

software includes all the functionality of ONYX 11.1.2 with the addition

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power, independent of adding

of textile specific features, such as Step-and-Repeat, Colorways and Ink

exclusive preview of ONYX

devices, and ensures printers

Configuration Builder, to save time and reduce waste.

12 software prior to its

and cutters are fed at maximum

commercial launch this summer.

capacity.

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Onyx Graphics will show the

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edge with superior print and color quality. Its passion for delivering superb

power of its latest production

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and colour management solutions

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engine optimized specifically for large format inkjet printing. Innovative,

for a wide variety of graphics,

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productive, and satisfied customers around the globe help motivate

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technologies.

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Epson shows off dye-sub and direct-tofabric print at FESPA 2015 Cushion cover, tote bag and T-Shirt printing with the SureColor SCF2000 direct-to-fabric printer and

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pson celebrates its lineup of SureColor SC-F dye sublimation and direct-to-

fabric printers and unveils latest textile printing developments.

Dye-sublimation is very versatile because no other technology offers so many paths to new business opportunities, new revenues and higher margins.

Epson designs, manufactures and harmonises every component of its printers - ink, printheads and chassis - to ensure maximum quality, reliability and uptime combined with low Total Cost of Ownership.

At FESPA 2015, Epson’s focus is on showing companies how they can diversify their business and maximise profit by enabling them to produce superb quality and

featuring new small platen option Vacuum 3D decoration from design to final product with the SureColor SC-F6000 in association with SubliTec. Flat surface decoration for table tops, cupboards and metal panels etc with the SureColor SC-F6000 dye-sub printer in association with Chromaluxe.

The SureColor SC-S range of 64inch printers in a choice of 4-10 colours + white and metallic will be producing a variety of durable POS and wall coverings on a range of substrates. Plus, Epson’s latest aqueous SureColor-SC-T printers will be in action producing stunning display graphics.

“FESPA attracts a broad spectrum of visitors who are not only interested in the latest print technologies, but also looking for

customised products.

inspiration.”

Visitors can see how, by using

“That’s why we have chosen the

Epson inkjet printers, they can produce the broadest range of dye-sub and textile products including: soft signage, T-shirts, apparel, 3D giftware, promotional products, curtains, cushions,

event to showcase the entire range of our versatile SureColor inkjet printers creating a variety of stunning products – and reveal some new developments,” says Duncan Ferguson, Director,

lampshades and furniture.

Professional Graphics, Epson

Throughout the show, live demos

inspire new ideas, drive creativity,

will showcase:

Europe. “Ultimately our aim is to boost productivity and enable new business models.”

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Agfa Graphics to Launch New Duratex Media Solutions

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gfa Graphics is launching new media under its Duratex brand at the 2015 ISA Sign Expo being held in Las Vegas in April.

The new Duratex media being showcased at ISA include: Duratex 15 oz. PVC Backlit Banner—a smooth, translucent backlit banner media that is printed for indoor and outdoor signage applications. It is compatible with most Solvent, Eco-Solvent, Latex and UV curable inkjet printers.

Duratex Composite PVC/PET/ PVC Blockout Film—a non-curling, completely opaque media for high resolution single- or doublesided printing. It is ideal for Display Systems, Retractable Banner Stands, Scrolling Displays and more.

Duratex Super White Foamboard— one of the strongest, most rigid on the market with a 94 white point paper surface sandwiched with an extruded polystyrene foam core.

It features superior ink adhesion, excellent cutting performance and is designed for point-of-purchase displays, retail display graphics and interior signs.

Duratex Foam PVC Board—a rigid, foam PVC substrate, designed for high-definition, wide-format digital printers. Provides dazzling images and sharp text for top-quality signs, POP displays and exhibition backdrops.

“We have a few substrate surprises up our sleeves at ISA,” said Larry Salomon, vice president, Wideformat Inkjet Segment, Agfa Graphics, North America. “There is no other rigid product on the market that offers superior ink adhesion, excellent color pop with crisp and clean finishing than Duratex Foam PVC Board. We’re offering Duratex Foam PVC Board in solid bright white, double sided bright white with a recycled black

core, or single sided bright white with a recycled black underside.

The black material is 80 percent recycled. The product itself is 100 percent inspirational for any client looking for creative cutting, routing and engraving applications.”

Agfa Graphics’ Duratex inkjet media is designed for UV Curable, EcoSolvent, Solvent and Latex Wide and Grand Format inkjet printing systems. Available from 30-196″ width in a variety of roll lengths, Duratex media provides a value line of Banner, Adhesive backed, Backlit, Textile and Rigid substrates for Display, Sign and Exhibit Applications.

Show attendees can experience these and other media when they check out the Surf N’ Crab Application Zone at the Agfa Graphics booth at ISA. The “Surf N’ Crab” features unique applications created entirely with digital and inkjet technologies.

These and other Agfa Graphics solutions will be in booth #1350 at ISA’s Sign Expo 2015, being held from April 9-11 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. For more information, click here.

About Agfa The Agfa-Gevaert Group is one of the world’s leading companies in imaging and information technology. Agfa develops, manufactures and markets analog and digital systems for the printing industry (Agfa Graphics), for the healthcare sector (Agfa Healthcare) and for specific industrial applications (Agfa Materials).

Agfa is headquartered in Mortsel, Belgium. The company is present in 40 countries and has agents in another 100 countries around the globe. The Agfa-Gevaert Group achieved a turnover of 2,865 million euros in 2013.

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About Agfa Graphics Agfa Graphics offers integrated prepress solutions to the printing industry.

These solutions comprise consumables, hardware, software and services for production workflow, project and color management. Agfa Graphics is a worldwide leader with its computer-to-plate and digital proofing systems for commercial and packaging printing and the newspaper publishing markets. Agfa Graphics is rapidly developing its position in the new segments of industrial inkjet with comprehensive solutions for various applications such as documents, posters, banners, signage, displays, labels and packaging materials. Its experience in both imaging and emulsion technology has provided the expertise required for developing a complete assortment of high-quality inks.

Heidelberg’s Prinect Multicolor Toolset Reduces Washup Times, Makeready Costs

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ecipes for Success “Multicolor Workflow” refers to the addition of one, two or three colors—typically, Orange, Green and Violet or Blue—to the standard CMYK inkset. This enlarges the color gamut and enables printing at a higher level of quality for RGB conversions into the Pantone space.

“The major emphasis for printers is to excite brand owners and consumers with cleaner, more saturated colors on their product’s labels and packaging, which is outside the normal four-color process color reproduction,” said Jim Ross, senior technical support specialist, Prinect Color Services, Heidelberg USA.

The results are vivid, saturated colors that in most cases are indistinguishable from the original Pantone spot colors.

Printers who employ Multicolor no longer need to print with Pantone colors, a costly process that entails loading spot color inks into the press, driving the press to color, then cleaning and reloading ink for every subsequent color.

“A major packaging printer recently tested a seven-color process inkset comprising the standard CMYK, together with Violet, Green and Orange with water-based gloss coating in one pass. The addition of the three colors expanded the overall color gamut by 30 percent, compared with standard four-color process, ultimately rendering the spot build combinations cleaner and more accurate to the Pantone Plus library.”

The Multicolor Toolset allows the printer to standardize a multi-unit offset press with a five-, six- or seven-color inkset, eliminating these steps and reducing down times simply by continuing to print using the standard process colors.

Printers not only can increase their profitability, but also cut their procurement and warehousing costs.

Images that Jump Off the Page In addition to being very flexible and stable, the Multicolor methodology uses a four-color open ICC profile in the prepress workflow without requiring any changes to established processes.

The Multicolor Toolset can be used with both the Heidelberg workflow

and other standard packaging workflows. This efficiency and color predictability is a major benefit to the entire design, planning, pre-production and printing processes.

“The Multicolor Toolset has given us the knowledge and opportunity to reduce the number of spot colors printed on press by replacing these colors with seven-color process,” said Amy Jungerberg, prepress manager for longtime Prinect user Inland (La Crosse, WI) “This is becoming more and more favorable to our customers, as it helps them reduce costs. The system also gives us the ability to make better color decisions with our customers up front. As a result, customers receive predictable color from proof to press, while we benefit from reduced makeready and fewer press changeovers.”

The Multicolor Toolset provides the “recipe” needed to produce the spot colors using the standard process colors. Using the actual seven-color press profile, it calculates the colorimetric Delta E (color difference) values of the

respective color swatch compared to the referenced color library.

The user will be able to see a preview of the Multicolor make-up compared to the original color, thus providing full visual control.

This reduces color corrections and proofing cycles, ultimately increasing proofing accuracy and predictability for customerapproved comps, initial product marketing and first press color approvals. The resulting sharpness, fidelity and expanded color gamut of the printed press sheet are all impressive, as the images appear to jump off the page.

More Custom Colors in Less Time With advanced controls in multichannel separation techniques, the Multicolor Toolset facilitates the printing of a range of problematic colors such as purples, greens and browns or flesh tones. Users can easily change custom Pantone colors into seven-color process and print every job with ink that is already in the press. The addition of Orange, Green and Violet lets packaging and label printers create hundreds of custom colors with less makeready time and lower waste.

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manroland Sheetfed’s ROLAND 700 Evolution Press Awarded for Product Design

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anroland’s new printing press has been recognized in one of the world’s biggest design awards. The ROLAND 700 Evolution, launched at the end of 2014, is one of the winners of the Red Dot Award for Product Design 2015.

The awards attracted nearly 5,000 entries from 56 countries. Founder and President of Singapore-based Red Dot Peter Zec said manroland had showed “uncompromising competency and considerable courage.” “You have measured yourself successfully against the best in the industry,” he said in a letter to manroland. The jury was

made up of designers, academics and journalists from 25 countries who were impressed by the Evolution’s sleek and futuristic look and technology aimed at giving printers unprecedented levels of efficiency, operation and quality.

Features include an ergonomic operating user interface with touchscreen controls, Direct Drive technology, and feeder, delivery and dampening units specially designed for high-speed production.

“We are naturally thrilled to have won this award. Printing presses are not usually recognized for their design,” explained manroland’s CEO, Rafael Penuela. “It’s a tribute

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to our team here in Germany who conceived, developed and launched the Evolution in just two years.”

selected by competent expert juries in the areas of product design, communication design, and design concepts.

About Red Dot The Product Design competition has existed since 1954. Its award, the Red Dot, is an internationally recognised quality seal. The competition for Design Concepts and prototypes is held annually in Singapore. Red Dot stands for belonging to the best in design and business. It is aimed at all those who would like to distinguish their business activities through design. The distinction is based on the principle of selection and presentation. Excellent design is

About manroland sheetfed manroland sheetfed is a leading German producer of sheetfed offset litho printing presses.

Founded in 1871, the company is one of the oldest producers of printing presses in the world.

Today the company has its own subsidiaries in over 40 countries and is a global watchword for supreme quality and reliability.

Manroland Sheetfed GmbH is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the privately owned UK engineering group, Langley Holdings.

FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

PRINT PACK INDIA 2015

Dear Friends, It was a wonderful experience to inaugurate the 12th PRINTPACK INDIA (PPI) 2015 exhibition which turned out to be a mini world show on the graphic arts industry. It gives me great pleasure to share that most visitors and exhibitors appreciated the quality services provided by IPAMA. The success of an exhibition depends on visitors and exhibitors and I am extremely happy to say that we received complete support from both these communities.

During PRINTPACK INDIA 2015, we concentrated all our efforts on providing quality services to exhibitors and visitors, and succeeded in our mission to a great extent.

The main objective of IPAMA, which represents a major portion of the Indian graphic arts industry, is to promote the industry in domestic and global markets.

In pursuance of this goal, the 12th edition of PRINTPACK INDIA was organised at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida from February 11-15, 2015.

PRINTPACK INDIA 2015 was organised on a net area of 18,647 square metres (sq m) as against 13,871 sq m in the last edition. The gross area utilised for exhibition and related activities was more than 50,000 sq m. The recorded visitor footfall was above 85,000.

As far as business results are concerned, there has been an increase of 25 percent in comparison to PPI 2013. According to feedback reports received from exhibitors, the inflow of quality visitors, who came to witness the exhibition, was highly encouraging. A majority of the exhibitors and business visitors rated the show as ‘good’ to ‘excellent’.

A highlight of PPI 2015 was the NPES-ICC (The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies- International Color Consortium) conference on Colour Management, organised on February 12, 2015 in conjunction with PPI 2015, and led by prominent colour management experts.

Secondly, for the first time, IPAMA organised a full-day Symposium and Seminar on Web Offset Printing, themed ‘Together We Grow’. Held on February 13 in association with the Vibes Academy, Chennai, the event was a success with participation from more than 120 trade and industry representatives.

I look forward to seeing you at the 13th edition of PRINTPACK INDIA. K.S. Khurana President, IPAMA

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EVENTS & CONFERENCES

Seminar and Symposium on Web Printing India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, NCR Delhi

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PAMA organised a seminar and symposium on Web Offset Printing, in association with Vibes Academy, Chennai, on February 13, 2015 themed ‘Together We Grow’. Mr. K.S. Khurana, President, IPAMA inaugurated the event by lighting of the ceremonial lamp. He also delivered the welcome address. The keynote address was made by Mr. K. Nandkumar, Founder, Vibes Academy.

A hundred and twenty participants attended six sessions: three in the morning and three in the evening.

The presentations were led by the following prominent personalities: 1. Mr. V. Siva Raja, AVP, Hindustan Times 2. Mr. Sudeep Bhattacharjee, AVP (Production & Engg.) Times of India 3. Mr. Pradeep A. Unni, AVP, Amar Ujala Publications Ltd. 4. Mr. Vijaya Kumar Pandya, CEO, Q.I Press Controls India Pvt. Ltd. 5. Mr. Stephen J. Metcalf, President & CEO, Air Motion System, Inc. On conclusion, mementos were presented to speakers, panellists, sponsors and guests.

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PRINT PACK INDIA 2015

EVENTS & CONFERENCES

NPES-ICC Color Management Conference 2015 India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, NCR Delhi

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he theme of the conference was “Manufacturing Success with Color Management”. It was organised in conjunction with PPI 2015 and featured renowned overseas experts who shared updates on the latest trends in ICC colour management and related applications. The conference presentations were led by prominent colour management experts, including: • Mr. William Li, ICC Co-Chair and Colour

Technology Manager, Kodak • Mr. Steve Smiley, President, Smiley Color & Associates Global Brand Solutions • Mr. Bob Hallam, President, PIXELOLOGIE, Inc. • Mr. Max Derhak, ICC Vice-Chair and Senior Software Engineer, Onyx Graphics • Mr. Katsuji Kondo, Colour Expert, Konica Minolta

Mr. K.S. Khurana, President, IPAMA lit the ceremonial lamp and also delivered the inaugural address.

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GLIMPSES OF PRINTPACK INDIA 2015

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