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Star product: TeckStorm
Teckwin claims its recently launched TeckStorm UV flatbed printer goes beyond photo realistic prints to produce true photographic quality. The firm attributes its enhanced image quality to the...
Sakurai Oliver 96 series
If sheetfed printers have a hard time stepping up from B3 into the commercially competitive world of B2, at least the cost of the press is in their favour. But moving up into B1 remains a prohibitive...
Arjo announces recycled rises
Arjowiggins is to increase the price of its recycled products as a result of a strong and continuous rise in the cost of recovered fibres.
EU emissions proposals prompt papermakers to review energy
A new EU directive, set to come into force next year, could cause upheaval for paper manufacturers inthe UK.
New Didcot site prompts job fears at Harmsworths Staverton base
Newspaper printer Harmsworth Printings site at Staverton in Gloucestershire could be set to close with up to 100 jobs at risk.
Biddles aims short-run service at new writers
Short-run and academic book specialist Biddles has launched a new print service aimed at first-time authors and publishers.
Star product: SolarJet
Sun Chemical has globally launched its SolarJet UV digital label printer, providing the sector with an alternative to flexo printing. The UV inkjet press, which was unveiled for the first time at last...
I swear by my... Printmaster PM 52-5
I like the philosophy behind Heidelbergs Printmaster PM 52. It lets us determine how much atomicity is used and helps us to uncover exactly what will make a difference to us and our customers.
Pitney Bowes APS
CDMS director Martyn Viquerat has increased efficiency and been able to downsize without affecting productivity thanks to his new inserter
Weathering the storm
According to a survey conducted last year by business insurance underwriter Axa, 12% of UK companies believe that severe weather patterns are a bigger threat to their business than either poor...
Cross-process colour control
Clinic topics this month: Sjaak Veeken on standardising colour; Phillippa Dempster on selling a business; and David Jutton on energy buying deals
Norske Skog to reduce newsprint production
Norske Skog has finalised details of a plan to cut 270,000 tonnes of newsprint production.
Fedrigoni produce eco guide
Fedrigoni UK has produced an environmental guide to encourage wider environmental thinking.
Print workers triumph at apprentice awards
Two print workers have been commended at Proskills first Apprentice of the Year awards, despite stiff competition from rivals representing a variety of sectors.
BPIF runs event on book sector
To coincide with the British Book and Design Awards, the BPIF is to hold a conference looking at the rapid changes facing the UK book market, specifically the impact of global market supply chains.