26 April 2024: Koenig & Bauer Durst, a global market leader in folding carton and corrugated digital press systems and software services, will unveil the VariJET 106 in public for the first time with daily demonstrations on its booth, A31-1 in Hall 16, at drupa in Dusseldorf, Germany, from 28 May to 7 July 2024. Developed jointly by leveraging the global experience and expertise of the two parent companies, Koenig & Bauer Durst’s VariJET 106 will be the focus of multiple production runs throughout the exhibition. Printed samples for customers to take away will include applications for ..read more

25 April 2024: When an organisation has an inspiring leader at the helm, scripting a saga of sustained growth, celebrating major milestones is a given. Seizing these opportunities to create a convergence point for friends, well-wishers and customers reflects the leader’s approach towards maintaining relationships. When SkyScreen International (P) Ltd. recently marked the completion of over 15 years of successful operations with a function on March 16, 2024, the venue, Hotel Peninsula Grand, Sakinaka, Andheri, Mumbai was full of dignitaries from across the globe along with well-wishers and cust ..read more

25 April 2024: Leading inkjet technology Group, Xaar has launched its first Sustainability Report, highlighting the transformative progress made towards the objectives set out in the company’s Sustainability Roadmap to 2030. The downloadable report provides a comprehensive overview of Xaar’s sustainability achievements and future ESG initiatives. It clearly demonstrates the Group’s goal of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030 and the positive impacts that have been delivered for customers, suppliers, employees, and local communities. Notable achievements shown within the report for 2023 includ ..read more

24 April 2024: EARTHDAY.ORG is shining a light on the plastic industry and their apparent indifference to the health implications of microplastics and their toxic chemicals. Strokes, cancers, obesity, male infertility, ADHD and more have all been associated with plastics. “We know that the plastic industry doesn’t give a fork about the planet,” said Tom Cosgrove, Chief Creative & Content Officer, EARTHDAY.ORG. “It’s time for the plastic industry to come clean – what do they know about microplastics and their impact on human health. “We want to thank our partners, Extra Credit Projects and ..read more

24 April 2024: World’s leading Metal Injection Molding (MIM) company Indo-MIM has operationalised HP’s two metal jet binder 3D printers in India. With HP’s 3DP technology, INDO- MIM is the first company to enable large-scale production of 3D printed high-precision metal parts for automobile, aerospace, defense, consumer electronics and medical equipment segments. These machines installed at the Bengaluru facility of Indo-MIM will be catering to both domestic and international markets. As part of a global partnership, INDO-MIM has invested in three cutting-edge HP Metal Jet S100 printers. Two o ..read more

24 April 2024: Mactac® has reinvented its Gruv 7 high-performance graphic print media to offer customers two high-quality solutions for many graphic applications. Now featuring a high-quality cast film, the new Gruv 7 (GV729) is highly durable, easy to apply, available in permanent and removable adhesive options, and ideal for a wide variety of graphic applications, including windows, walls, floors, signage and vehicles. “The improved Gruv 7 offers exceptional performance for vehicle graphics and indoor and outdoor advertising and signage applications for a great price,” says Nate Goodman, Pro ..read more

24 April 2024: World Out of Home Organization President Tom Goddard has agreed to stay on in the role for a further period. Goddard had previously announced his intention to step down but has agreed to stay on at WOO board’s request. The WOO board has 12 members representing Out of Home Media Owners and National Associations across the world. WOO Vice-President Jeremy Male, CEO of OUTFRONT Media, said “Tom has played a major part in transforming WOO into the world-leading trade association it has become but there is still much to do as we spread our wings into all corners of the world and cont ..read more

22 April 2024: The trade body representing the global hologram industry has extended its membership criteria and adapted its articles of association to reflect the rapidly changing nature of the sector. The move sees International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) now accept applications for membership from all security OVD (optical variable device) suppliers. This comes as the organisation continues to strengthen its position as a leading authority on commercial authentication, ID security and packaging augmentation technologies. Originally open to hologram suppliers, membership has b ..read more

22 April 2024: A new Vastex PTF-100 Powder-To-Film Coating System with integral D-100 Conveyor Dryer increases production of DTF films by applying and curing adhesive powder quickly and conveniently within a footprint of less than one square metre. “Mounted on a utility cart, the mobile system allows an operator to apply a uniform layer of adhesive powder to a run of DTF graphics and cure them uniformly in an infrared conveyor dryer from a single location,” says Mark Vasilantone, President, adding, “When not needed for DTF, the system can be rolled away.” PTF-100 coating system (patent pending ..read more

22 April 2024: Scodix, the leading provider of digital embellishment solutions, gears up for a triumphant display at drupa as it announces today that two new presses will be launched at the show, the Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD and the Scodix Ultra 6500 SHD. In addition to Scodix SHD (Smart High Definition) technology, the two new presses also see the debut of Scodix MLE (Multi-layer Enhancement) and Scodix AI, an automated embellishment creator tool. Scodix MLE opens a whole new dimension for embellishments on uncoated paper, favored for sustainability and affordability. The key to Scodix MLE is th ..read more