Charles Gubert

Lessons of lean

Despite some high-profile failures, lean manufacturing is still worth pursuing, says Charles Gubert

Inca Eagle H

Although newer models may have usurped it technologically, the popularity of this flatbed press endures in the secondhand market, says Charles Gubert

DMA survey highlights poor perception of DM's green credentials

Direct mail continues to suffer from a poor environmental reputation in comparison with email, which is considered the "greenest" means of communication, according to a recent study.

Unified approach 'key to cutting carbon'

The global print industry must adopt a single, international and integrated approach to carbon footprinting, according to the PrintCity Alliance.

Weedon PSC in 1m equipment purchase

Packaging company Weedon PSC has bought a Lunex litho laminating production line in a spend totalling 1m.

Drytac Europe to exhibit two liquid coatings at Sign & Digital

Manufacturer Drytac Europe is showcasing two liquid coatings for a range of finishing applications at the Sign & Digital UK exhibition in Birmingham this April.

Znd tours latest digital cutting system

Swiss digital manufacturer Znd Systemtechnik will be showcasing its latest multifunctional digital cutting system at Sign Expo in Orlando this April and at Fespa in Munich in June.

Torraspapel launches paper for outdoor use

Torraspapel has launched a paper specifically designed for outdoor use on billboards, posters and point-of-sale advertising.

Apex to host UK launch of new Ryobi

Print supplier Apex Digital Graphics will host the UK launch of Ryobi's small footprint B2 press, the Ryobi 785E at Ipex 2010.

Novaprint installs Digifold 5000P for short-run work

Commercial printer Novaprint has installed Morgana's DigiFold 5000P to crease and fold output from its two Heidelberg presses.