Monotype's Pencil to Pixel comes to New York next month

Following a successful event in London last November, Monotype is bringing the Pencil to Pixel exhibition to New York so that US-based font fanatics and type devotees can get an up close look at rare...

Businesses turn to social forums for fresh opportunities

There's a revolution going on in the land of print, and it involves no ink on paper at all. Despite a slow start, the printing industry is now embracing social media with gusto, especially when it...

Fox Print reduces waste with Azura TS plates

Fox Print Services has switched to Agfa Azura TS plates in a bid to reduce its costs and chemical waste.

KPM enhances colour consistency with Ricoh C901

Direct mail provider KPM has invested in a Ricoh Pro C901 digital press to enhance colour consistency as it targets large volumes of work from its clients.

Werneke Ink founder 'Inky Lou' passes away

Louis Werneke, founder of Werneke Ink Company, a "key facet" of Flint Group since the turn of the century, has died.

Micropress targets growth with pre-press and building upgrades

Ipswich-based printer Micropress has increased its capacity by around 50% following an upgrade from violet to thermal plate setting.

Mimaki JV400 white ink available from GPT

Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) has announced that Mimaki's white ink for its JV400 latex printer range is available with immediate effect.

Edale announces May open day

Print and converting manufacturer Edale is to hold an open day at its Hampshire factory and showroom on 9 May.

Ink Shop closes as receivers move in

Cumbernauld-based Ink Shop Printing has been placed in receivership, with all staff laid off.

Mondi reveals UK distributor for new DNS color print paper

Global paper manufacturer Mondi has revealed its UK distributor for its new high white extra smooth digital printing paper.

Osborne backs business but faltering growth needs action

While the coalition's efforts to tackle the tricky subject of welfare reform have been filling column inches ever since last month's Budget, the lack of significant debate on the more important task...

Even the best-laid plans require a following wind

The success of a great idea hinges as much on timing and luck as it does on the strength of the plan - as illustrated by the sad demise of Ink Shop last week.