C&T Matrix reveals 'very durable' Countamat

C&T Channel Matrix is using Drupa to officially launch a new type of durable counter material for long-run packaging that boasts cleaner cutting, longevity and antistatic properties.

Grafenia 'makes further progress'

Grafenia has described its new Printing.com subscription model as producing “encouraging” results, while its Marqetspace trade printing service is running ahead of target.

HP Indigo completes CPI Colour £3.5m spend

CPI Colour has completed a £3.5m investment with a B2 HP Indigo 10000 press which is expected to be operational by later this month.

Stormpress invests in Kluge to capitalise on niche growth sector

West Country printer Stormpress has spoken of an “unprecedented” impression strength after hitting the switch on a new foil stamping, embossing and die-cutting press.

AJS Labels wins coveted Nestlé award

AJS Labels has won a supplier award for quality after producing 121 million labels without a single fault.

Asahi launches two new plates at Drupa

Asahi Photoproducts is launching two new flexo plate products at Drupa, which will, the company said, improve both print quality and efficiency.

OKI launches fluorescent printer in run-up to Drupa

OKI Europe is targeting creative businesses as well as print houses with a new machine and white toner technology, which helps create bright, fluorescent work.

Paper price rises due next month

Elliott Baxter (EBB) is primed to break the paper price stalemate that has existed since the collapse of Paperlinx UK, with other merchants expected to follow suit.

Magna launches new range of water-based inks

A supplier of water-based textile inks claims to be “addressing long-held, industry-wide frustrations” with the launch of a new range that it describes as environmentally friendly.

Esko reveals several Drupa product launches

Esko is to launch two new additions to its Kongsberg cutting table range at Drupa alongside a new flexo platemaking system and a software update.

Walstead in major continental buy

Wyndeham owner Walstead has turned its sights on central Europe with a further continental acquisition that will propel the group’s total sales to almost £400m and make it the largest independent...

Brochure con crooks jailed

A print boss and his business partner convicted of overseeing the production of brochures which formed an integral part of a boiler room fraud have been jailed for 40 months each.