Consumables
Pressure mounts on printers as UK heads for recession
The UK print industry has entered a “perfect storm” of soaring costs and faltering demand as the economy stagnates.
Innotech lays claim to UK’s first biodegradable print media
Wide-format consumables supplier Innotech Digital & Display claims it has developed the UK print industry’s first fully biodegradable PVC alternative.
Landa expands with new European plant
Landa Digital Printing has invested in a new European ink manufacturing facility “due to soaring customer print volumes”.
Lecta to roll out further price increases
Lecta is set to increase prices on all of its specialty paper grades by 8% to 10% in all markets for orders with delivery from 1 September.
Optimizing flexo production with Rotec upgrades
Pre-media manufacturer Xsys is supporting converters achieve higher productivity and improved health and safety with its innovative Rotec upgrade program.
ArtSystems bolsters management team
Wide-format kit, software and materials reseller ArtSystems has bolstered its management team with the creation of two new roles.
Nazdar celebrates centenary of innovation
Inks and coatings manufacturer Nazdar celebrated the 100th anniversary of its foundation with the official launch of a refreshed brand identity.
NUtec GBL-free solvent ink alternatives
NUtec Digital Ink has expanded its range of gamma butyrolactone-free solvent ink alternatives to cater for a growing global demand for GBL-free alternatives in wide-format inkjet printing.
"Putting Your Best Foot Forward"
TheMagicTouch has opened up a lucrative bolt-on revenue stream for commercial and promotional print businesses with a simple process for the personalisation of shoes and footwear.
110-year-old printing plate sells for £15k at auction
A printing plate used for the historical Ulster Covenant has sold for £15,000 at a Belfast auction house.