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QuadTech unveils quality control tools
QuadTech, the press control specialist, has launched a range of new products including Data Central; a software product for improved workflow using JDF enabled systems and controls.
Creo takes on Presstek with DI plate
Creo unveiled two new processless plates at Drupa - the Clarus WL for use on DI presses and the Clarus PL aluminium version.
Kodak 'here to stay' in graphic arts
Kodak outlined its strategy for increasing its presence in the graphic arts market at Drupa. The US group, which has just taken over 100% ownership of the NexPress digital press joint venture with...
New Nipson cost per page 'comparable to ink-jet'
Nipson has unveiled two 600dpi high-speed black and white digital printers: the 70m/min VaryPress 200 and the 125m/min VaryPress 400.
St Ives buys Lithoman IV and UniDrum for Peterborough
St Ives has begun the long-awaited press upgrade programme for its Peterborough site, sealing an order for a new 64/72pp Lithoman IV at Drupa yesterday.
Much interest in Ferag/Kolbus venture
Swiss manufacturers Kolbus and Ferag's new joint venture binding line is attracting a lot of attention at Drupa.
HP and Quark in variable data alliance
HP has announced the creation of a new software alliance with Quark, which it claims will "streamline the printing process".
Presstek 'not threatened' by Heidelberg head
Presstek has played down fears that it will be adversely hit by Heidelbergs plans to introduce its own modular imaging head across its platesetters and direct imaging presses.
Xeikon bullish on prospects
Xeikon has made 16 sales of its new 5000 digital press since its February launch, and is confident of meeting or exceeding its sales target of 60 machines this year.
JCM Print Services in administration
Liverpool-based printer JCM Print Services has gone into administration, with the majority of its 70 staff made redundant.
Euro Packaging staff strike after talks fail
Workers at Birmingham-based Euro Packaging went on strike for 48 hours earlier this week, following the breakdown of talks with the firm.
Industry needs new ideas says MAN's Finkbeiner
MAN Roland is showcasing 70 new product developments at Drupa, all of which have been driven by three key factors; applications, automation and added value.
Heidelberg greets its sale as 'fantastic gift'
Heidelberg chairman Bernhard Schreier was in upbeat mood as he gave his eve of Drupa address.
Bob Canada disqualified as a director
The infamous Bob Canada AKA ex-Frisch Druck chairman Gary Dawson has been disqualified as a company director for 10 years.
JCM trading status uncertain
The trading status of JCM Print Services is uncertain, with representatives of corporate recovery specialist Begbies-Traynor on site.