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• Epson UK presents 'Outstanding use of Print' Award
  1 Jul 2019

  Epson UK is proud to announce that Birmingham City University (BCU)’s Facility of Arts, Design and Media student, Priti Patel, is this year’s recipient of its ‘Outstanding Use of Print’ Award.

• Roland S-Series helps 70-year-old company step into 2019
  28 Jun 2019

  Peter Black was established in 1947 but is always looking ahead, with an investment in the most cutting-edge UV-LED printing technology from Roland DG helping to support its continued success into 2019 and beyond.

• Save time and money with Drytac retail insiders' guide
  25 Jun 2019

  When it comes to advertising and signage in retail environments it's essential to get it right, so Drytac has compiled a free downloadable guide to help businesses strike the right chord while saving time and money.

• Fujifilm announces new XMF subscription model
  25 Jun 2019

  Accessible new financing solution brings the benefits of Fujifilm’s industry-leading workflow software to a much broader range of print businesses, as an extension to the company’s PLATESENSE initiative.

• PRINTING United PDAA Pro Team Relay to show installers skills
  20 Jun 2019

  The show-floor excitement at PRINTING United (October 23 - 25, Dallas) will extend beyond the 600-plus exhibitors when installers put their skills to the test in the PDAA Pro Team Relay at booth 7250. The two-day (October 23 and 24) special event will see two-person installer teams competing in a series of testing stations in hopes of ultimately winning $2,000.

• Pop-up project gives trainee chance to try Drytac
  13 Jun 2019

  Still Creek Press has completed an extremely short-term project in Vancouver using Drytac SpotOn - a product so easy to apply that the business used the time-sensitive project as an opportunity to train a new employee.

• Epson prepares to showcase new technology at The Print Show
  11 Jun 2019

  Epson has revealed that it will use The Print Show 2019 to demonstrate new technology in the UK for the first time, with the digital print giant saying the event offers “huge opportunities” for visitors to find out how they can grow their print business.

• Elanders plug 'profit gap' with HP PageWide WebPress T240
  6 Jun 2019

  Great margins thanks to large print runs—undoubtedly, many printing houses look back with nostalgia at the days when the number of units decided how profitable an order was. You set the machine up once and off you went. But the tables have turned: Print runs are shrinking in size, the number of jobs is increasing and delivery deadlines are getting shorter and shorter.

• Refreshed Drytac website makes finding products easier
  6 Jun 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, has revamped its website to help customers find the perfect product to meet their needs.

• Refreshed Drytac website makes finding products easier
  6 Jun 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, has revamped its website to help customers find the perfect product to meet their needs.

• QPS install 2 Roland Texart XT-640 printers at EventureWorks
  3 Jun 2019

  Quality Print Services (QPS), a wide-format print specialist, key reseller for Roland DG and the main UK distributor of Nazdar digital inkjet ink products, has installed two new Roland Texart XT-640 printers at cycle jersey specialist EventureWorks. Both high-speed dye sublimation devices are running Nazdar's NDT600 Series bulk ink systems.

• Stickers and decals: stay on message without the mess
  31 May 2019

  We've all seen or placed stickers on things like laptop computers, refrigerators or the ubiquitous car bumper. Vibrant, punchy sticker art on items like skateboards - often called slaps - are everywhere. Stickers and decals are a great way to convey a message, to show loyalty to a brand or band, to promote your own business and much more.

• KOHLSCHEIN launches STUDIOBOARD a high quality chromo board
  24 May 2019

  KOHLSCHEIN, a leading manufacturer of eco-friendly display boards and also distributor of large format rigid media for signs & display, launched a new product for the printing and packaging industry at this year´s FESPA.

• Drytac Polar scores at Liverpool vs Barcelona match
  21 May 2019

  It's been called one of the greatest comebacks in football history: Liverpool FC's home win against Barcelona, overturning a 3-0 first-leg deficit to win 4-3 on aggregate in the UEFA Champions League competition.

• Free beta of Adobe Textile Designer Plugin for Photoshop
  15 May 2019

  A set of tools for fashion and décor artists to help streamline the process of designing prints for fabrics.

• HP Latex R Series celebrates 1st anniversary at FESPA
  14 May 2019

  Today we are celebrating the First Anniversary milestone of the HP Latex R Printer Series (HP Latex R1000 and HP Latex R2000), announced at FESPA last year, which signified HP’s breakthrough hybrid latex printer for flexible and rigid sign and display printing in just one device.

• PrintFactory launch Linux compatibility for workflow software
  9 May 2019

  PrintFactory has launched Linux compatibility for its workflow software suite, becoming the first software provider to offer a fully-supported workflow solution across the three main operating systems - Windows, MacOS and Linux.

• Registration opens for PRINTING United
  8 May 2019

  Registration is open for PRINTING United (Dallas, October 23 - 25, 2019), the new event from the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) and NAPCO Media.

• Drytac appoints Tim Schoenbeck as USA Midwest Territory Manager
  8 May 2019

  Drytac is delighted to announce the appointment of Tim Schoenbeck to the position of Midwest Territory Manager in the USA.

• Drytac say "I do" to customized wedding floors
  30 Apr 2019

  Floor graphics are fantastic way to grab attention in a range of environments. Displaying special offers in a shopping centre, directional information in a hospital or transport hub, marking out zones at an exhibition or trade show - floors offer a new dimension.

• Drytac media to be showcased across the floor at FESPA
  24 Apr 2019

  The forthcoming FESPA event will showcase a multitude of products from Drytac - a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets - allowing visitors to experience them across the event space.

• Drytac to shine new light on retail graphics at ISA
  18 Apr 2019

  Drytac will be delivering a must-see presentation on retail graphics media at the forthcoming ISA International Sign Expo, demonstrating its position as an authority in this sector.

• Supercars get perfect finish with Drytac Spray Booth Liners
  16 Apr 2019

  Lloyds Autobody, a specialist in body and paintwork repairs for premium and luxury cars, says it has relied on a Spray Booth Liner from Drytac for the past five years.

• Sabur to distribute Drytacs range of products
  15 Apr 2019

  Sabur has announced it has been signed up as a distributor of Drytac products. With access to the full product line of Drytac solutions, Sabur will be holding comprehensive stocks in its warehouse available for same day delivery within 30 miles of its Yorkshire location, and standard next day delivery outside this area.

• Drytac announces new appointments to expanded dealer network
  4 Apr 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Regional Sales Managers at Drytac Europe.

• Drytac expands sales channels with specialist distributors
  2 Apr 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce it has appointed new specialist distributors and resellers to significantly increase its sales channels in the UK.

• Drytac to showcase latest innovations at Sign and Digital UK
  27 Mar 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, will be presenting a number of its latest media innovations at the forthcoming Sign and Digital UK exhibition.

• Facemounting to acrylic for high-end fine art
  6 Mar 2019

  Face-mounting a print, especially a photograph, can really make the image the focus of the space. At Drytac we have developed Facemount, a high-quality, optically clear mounting adhesive, specifically for this application, but that's not all you need to produce a stunning result.

• Write On/Wipe Off with Drytac's WipeErase Films
  7 Feb 2019

  Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced the global availability of two new exciting additions to its WipeErase range of films.

• Drytac appoints Gareth Newman to lead new Drytac Academy
  24 Jan 2019

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, is preparing to open a fully interactive training centre in Fishponds, Bristol: the Drytac Academy.

• Daniel Stevenson joins Drytac as US Territory Manager
  22 Jan 2019

  Drytac has announced the appointment of Daniel Stevenson as its new US Southeast Territory Manager.

• Drytac ReTac helps turn Aquaman project around at super-speed
  9 Jan 2019

  A project promoting the latest superhero blockbuster Aquaman in Canada was turned around in just a few days, using specialist graphics media from Drytac.

• K6 Media pick Drytac ReTac to put smiles on children's faces
  19 Dec 2018

  K6 Media has wrapped up a project for the Salvation Army's Toy Mountain campaign in Ottawa, Canada, with banners, murals and labels printed onto Drytac ReTac Smooth 150.

• Drytac welcomes Aimie Rosser to customer services team
  12 Dec 2018

  Bristol, UK, December 12, 2018: Drytac, a leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, has appointed Aimie Rosser to the position of Customer Service Associate.

• Drytac blog: Safety comes first with graphics
  5 Dec 2018

  Safety should be at the forefront of everyone's minds when creating a public space, with the choice of building materials, exit routes, sprinklers and alarms top priorities. But the safety of graphic materials should also be considered when planning campaigns in public buildings including hospitals, schools, transport hubs and retail environments.

• Drytac SpotOn Floor 200 takes to the tennis court
  29 Nov 2018

  Space within a shopping mall in Calgary, Canada has been transformed into a tennis court using award-winning specialist floor graphics media from Drytac.

• New Drytac media perfect for use in food environments
  15 Nov 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, announces the launch of the ArmourPrint Emerytex and ArmourGrab combination counter mat solution. Having been previewed successfully at recent trade shows, the products are now available globally.

• Drytac grab attention with eye-catching floor graphics
  7 Nov 2018

  Many of us use our phones while out shopping: researching products, comparing prices, downloading coupons, taking photos of items to think about later, looking at a shopping list or simply checking the time. So, with so many shoppers looking down at their phones, retailers need to find new ways to grab their attention.

• Drytac welcomes back Wayne Colbath as VP of Sales, USA
  11 Oct 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has appointed Wayne Colbath as Vice President of Sales for the United States of America.

• Create ice-cool arena ads with adhesive media
  3 Oct 2018

  Hockey season is upon us, meaning plenty of action on the rink to come. But there are also lots of opportunities for grabbing spectators' attention via advertising, in particular rink boards.

• Drytac to unveil new and award-winning products at SGIA Expo
  27 Sep 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large format print and signage markets, will be a key exhibitor at the forthcoming SGIA Expo 2018, with award-winning products on show. Drytac will also be presenting an educational seminar regarding retail signage ideas and applications.

• N3 Display Graphics makes an impact with Drytac wall art
  18 Sep 2018

  Large-format print specialist N3 Display Graphics has produced an incredibly high-impact wall graphic using ReTac Textures Linen media from Drytac.

• Open a window of opportunity with high-impact graphics
  5 Sep 2018

  Window graphics can make a big impact for retailers, offices, cafes and plenty of other organisations. The right design, installed correctly using specialised materials, can make a bold and vibrant statement on both external windows and inside a building.

• Drytac wins two SGIA Product of the Year awards
  30 Aug 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has won two awards in the SGIA Product of the Year competition for its innovative products.

• Drytac SpotOn SynPaper used at Shell Eco-marathon in London
  23 Jul 2018

  Drytac's SpotOn SynPaper felt the need for speed at Shell's Eco-marathon in London this month, where it was used for eye-catching vehicle graphics on innovative racing car designs.

• Poppy Signs blooms with Drytac Protac Anti-Scratch Laminate
  25 Jun 2018

  Chorley-based Poppy Signs has been converted to Drytac's Protac Anti-Scratch laminate, following its installation at the offices of theidol.com, a web-based insurance provider based in Penrith, Cumbria. 

• Drytac appoints D'Arcy Lewis as Technical Sales Manager
  18 Jun 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced the appointment of D'Arcy Lewis to the role of Technical Sales Manager for the company's industrial division.

• Drytac adds ViziPrint vibrancy to Courageous heARTS cause
  4 Jun 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has donated its ViziPrint Impress media to help Courageous heARTS, a Minneapolis based charity, to create a stunning window display for its youth workshop.

• Drytac SpotOn Floor 200 gains Class B1 Fire Rating
  23 May 2018

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced that its SpotOn Floor 200 media has achieved a global Class B1 Fire Rating.

• Drytac demonstrates how easy graphics can be with film showcase at SGIA
  18 Sep 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced its plans for the upcoming SGIA Expo, scheduled to take place at the Ernest N Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. (October 10-12, 2017).

• Roland DGA and Drytac announce partnership for print media profiles and product promotions
  28 Aug 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of adhesive-coated products and laminators, has partnered with leading printer manufacturer, Roland DGA Corporation, to create a portfolio of print media colour profiles and cross-promote products. The two companies have also shared resources to improve overall work process efficiencies and productivity for customers who utilise their products. A Roland printer has been installed in Drytac’s Richmond, Virginia showroom, and in turn, Drytac’s JetMounter laminator has been supplied for use at Roland’s demo center in Wilmington, Massachusetts. Additionally, the two companies recently conducted a wrap workshop at NBM’s WrapsCon in Long Beach, featuring how Roland printers and Drytac laminators work together in a vehicle wrap workflow.

  Print media from Drytac are listed in the Roland Profile Center, where users can select the Roland printer, ink configuration, and RIP manufacturer to be used. Once these have been specified, users can download the necessary colour profiles for their media of choice.

  “Our partnership with Roland DGA brings immense value, and we are thrilled to be working together, said Darren Speizer, Drytac Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “This new relationship gives us the opportunity to share industry knowledge across organisational teams while simultaneously promoting Drytac print media to multiple wide-format graphic audiences.”

  To access Drytac print media profiles, visit the Roland Profile Center at http://rolandprofilecenter.us/media-library.php.

  For a schedule of upcoming workshops featuring Roland printers and Drytac laminators, visit www.rolanddga.com/rolandacademy.

• Drytac's new SpotOn White M50 printable adhesive film offers greater opacity
  8 Aug 2017

  

  Drytac Europe has expanded its SpotOn® range of printable, adhesive films with the introduction of SpotOn White M50. The product has been specifically developed to provide greater opacity than the standard version and is available throughout EMEA with immediate effect.

• Drytac boosts custom converting capabilities with new investment at Canadian plant
  24 Jul 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has boosted its converting capabilities with the addition of a new German-made high-quality sheeter at its Canadian manufacturing plant.

• London’s Roundhouse transformed with help from Drytac ReTac film
  26 Jun 2017

  

  The stairwell of London’s Roundhouse venue was recently transformed with eye-catching temporary printed wall graphics for a charity event held in aid of the Ubuntu Education Fund. The stunning graphics were printed by Oasis Graphic Co. onto Drytac ReTac 75 Matte film, and formed part of a full event-branding package created and delivered by Fisher Productions.

• Antalis' Digital Academy advises on training to sustain business
  19 Jun 2017

  

  Amid our fast-paced modern environment, which is awash with constant technological advancements and new innovation, it can be all too difficult for both traditional signmakers and commercial printers to keep up. As such, regular training is vital to not only ensure best practice but to unlock new opportunities and grow. Here, Giles Bristow at Antalis’ Digital Academy advises on the importance of training resources for today’s busy sign-makers, commercial printers and design specialists.

• QPS rescues Jaymar Packaging's 'expensive piece of metal' with ink switchover
  13 Jun 2017

  

  Jaymar Packaging says a switch to alternative inks from Quality Print Services (QPS) has brought new life to its flatbed printer, which had sat as 'a very expensive piece of metal' after clogging problems.

• Hybrid announces 'attractive summer pricing' on Mimaki print & cut packages
  12 Jun 2017

  

  Mimaki’s exclusive UK and Ireland distributor, Hybrid Services, has announced very attractive pricing over the summer for its 1.6m JV150 and JV300 printers when purchased as part of a package with a CG-160FXII cutter, with prices starting from only £14,995.

  “Mimaki’s versatile Sign and Graphics printer range is jam-packed with high performance features and makes use of the durable and vivid SS21 ink set that includes silver, white, orange and light black,” says Hybrid’s National Sales Manager, John de la Roche. “Couple this with the proven technology of a Mimaki cutter and it provides a professional solution at a very attractive price point. In addition to this there are also substantial savings on Mimaki’s range of cutting plotters."

  Both Mimaki’s JV150-160 and JV300-160 printers deliver superior print quality and productivity and the latter boasts a top speed of over 105m²/h utilising its staggered dual print-head system which, coupled with variable ink dots and large ink drops means excellent quality is maintained at high speed.

  “The Mimaki packages represent the ultimate solution when investing in a print and cut system," continues de la Roche. "They offer an unparalleled price/performance ratio and the very highest build quality - both key reasons why graphics professionals worldwide choose Mimaki.”

  The JV300 & JV150 Series printers are not only compatible with solvent inks, but make an ideal solution for companies looking at bringing production dye sublimation printing to their business when running with the appropriate ink sets. Mimaki’s latest Sb54 dye sublimation inks offers market-leading value thanks to a price of only £52.50 / litre and is suitable for sublimation printing onto textile and rigid substrates. The vibrant and long lasting result makes it ideal for sportswear, fast fashion, promotional products, event signage and textile point of sale.

  “This summer, signmakers, display graphics professionals and printshops can make the investment in a 1.6m wide Mimaki print & cut package from just £14,995 to include a two year gold warranty, RIP and cutting software, 3.5 litres of ink and a powered take-up unit up until the end of September, so there’s never been a better time to buy a Mimaki printer,” concludes de la Roche.

  Full details on Mimaki’s product range can be found by visiting www.hybridservices.co.uk.
  
  

• Nazdar Ink Technologies reappoints Stephen Woodall as new Global Market Segment Manager
  12 Jun 2017

  

  Nazdar Ink Technologies has appointed Stephen Woodall as its new Global Market Segment Manager for Aqueous & Solvent Digital.

• CMYUK named EFI Dealer of Excellence
  12 Jun 2017

  

  CMYUK, the UK’s leading independent supplier of digital print technology and materials, has been named the Inkjet Global Dealer of Excellence by EFI.

• Marshall Print business expansion leads to Kongsberg X24 installation by CMYUK
  7 Jun 2017

  

  The display print market is going through a fundamental change, and to thrive and survive in this changing market, many successful sign and display print businesses are making the move towards higher productivity to meet ever-increasing customer demands.

  This journey towards industrialisation of the digital print process is invariably driven – initially – by increased investment in print hardware capable of printing direct to rigid substrates. Whilst direct printing removes the time-consuming laminating process and improves productivity, it then moves the bottleneck to the finishing department. Traditionally, this part of the process will have been achieved manually by a team of workers gathered around a large table, armed with steel rulers and knives – a process which is time-consuming, increases lead times, and has the potential for human error.

  The smarter print business realises this very quickly. Increasingly, the finishing room is upgraded at the same time as the print room. Sometimes this is done by increasing staffing levels, but more common than not through the increased automation of the process thanks to the installation of digital cutting systems.

  The above scenario is a pretty much perfect summary of the road to growth experienced by Leeds-based Marshall Print.

  Working with an extremely diverse range of clients right across the UK – including household name retailers, major high street brands and a number of city councils – Marshall Print provides full service print production from banner printing, through vehicle wraps, to IPAF certified installations.

  Marshall Print’s managing director, Martin Marshall, explains: “Our clients know us as the first port of call for everything print, display and signage. Using the latest digital technology, we can print anything onto everything, including floor graphics, bespoke ceiling tiles, window graphics, clothing, posters, business cards, banners, pop-ups, Contra Vision film, point of sale, and wallpaper. It would be quicker to ask what we don’t do.”

  Martin adds: “My team are involved in a whole range of different signage and print projects. We’ve got a constant stream of individual jobs to produce and every one of them must be excellent.”

  For Marshall Print this means the continued development of its production and installation team, and ongoing investment in the right equipment for optimum production output and efficiency.

  The drive towards increased productivity led directly to Marshall Print’s most recent acquisition: a new Esko Kongsberg X24 digital cutting table with conveyor belt – sourced from and installed by CMYUK – which offers incredible versatility across a wide range of cutting applications and materials.

  The Esko Kongsberg X series has been designed to grow with the needs of the company, meaning users such as Marshall Print can upgrade and add more cutting, creasing and milling tools as their business develops. Featuring the renowned and robust Kongsberg sandwich steel tabletop construction, the X series will never warp or go out of true – even after decades of heavy use.

  With four vacuum sections and a work area of 1680 x 3200mm, the X24 can handle materials in sizes up to 1740 x 3575mm, which means that Marshall Print can deal with the toughest finishing jobs that arise during its hectic production schedule.

  Thanks to the Kongsberg’s Shared Resources functionality, the i-cut Production Console analyses incoming files and automatically selects the right tool, the correct table settings and the ideal cutting sequence, resulting in faster more consistent production, no matter who operates the table. Additionally, the Kongsberg X series’ Sign Production Application Kit makes it easy to produce signs from flexible, roll material and rigid sheets. An integrated camera and software provide vision cutting, while advanced tools enable high quality, high speed milling and cutting of a wide variety of materials. Marshall Print also took up the conveyor feed option, enabling automated sheet or roll feeding of materials for even faster workflow.

  Martin Marshall continues: “Installing the new Kongsberg X24 could have caused major disruption in a busy production schedule, but the CMYUK team set it up with the minimum of fuss. It was quickly integrated into our workflow and instantly began to earn a return on our investment. I would strongly recommend the X24 as the perfect cutting and finishing solution, and working with CMYUK simplified what could have been the difficult task of installing the new cutting table thanks to their absolute professionalism. It was a pleasure doing business with them.”

  CMYUK’s managing director, Robin East, concludes: “Customers such as Marshall Print are looking for simplified and streamlined processes that can be adapted as the business grows. The Esko Kongsberg solution provides just this – from the competitively-priced, entry-level X starter range with its upgrade path, through the X series, right up to the C series cutters. There’s a solution to meet every need and every budget, and in all cases increased productivity is the result.”

  Photo shows Esko Kongsberg X24 digital cutting table

• Zünd acquisition leads to immediate investment in customer service and sales team
  1 Jun 2017

  

  Following the acquisition of Zünd Plotting Systems (UK) Ltd by Zünd Systemtechnik AG, the company is further expanding with the recruitment of new sales and engineering experts.

• New SpotOn Floor 200 printable film announced by Drytac
  31 May 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced SpotOn Floor 200, a new film for floor advertising graphics.

• New SpotOn Floor 200 printable film announced by Drytac
  31 May 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced SpotOn Floor 200, a new film for floor advertising graphics.

• Roland DG partners with Coventry University to launch new technology centre
  31 May 2017

  

  On the 25th May 2017, Coventry University will open its doors to a brand new postgraduate facility, the National Transport Design Centre. The Centre is developed to offer industries and designers a modern, bespoke facility to co-operate in the creation of solutions for the automotive, rail, marine and aerospace sectors.

• ArtSystems scoops two HP accredited graphics service partner awards
  30 May 2017

  

  The Technical Support Team of ArtSystems, the Nottingham-based HP trade distributor, was the top performer at the HP Master Engineer event held in Barcelona this April. The team claimed two awards as an HP Accredited Graphics Service Partner:

• Zünd wins Best Digital Cutting Systems prize at EDP Awards
  30 May 2017

   

  Zünd is celebrating winning the Best Digital Cutting Systems Award at the EDP Awards, which took place during FESPA 2017 earlier this month.

• Anton Visual transforms Strukta Group’s workspace with Udeco Crystal Floor from CMYUK
  29 May 2017

  

  Hampshire-based Anton Visual recently helped to transform Strukta Group’s Andover-based headquarters with the design, production and installation of a suite of graphics including walls, flooring and signage applications.

• Recruitment: Zünd expansion opens up 3 technical service positions
  24 May 2017

  

  Zünd UK is a world leader in the development and manufacture of digital flatbed cutting machinery used in a wide range of industries typically including signs and display graphics, print and packaging, textiles, composites, aerospace, motorsport and the leather industry.

  Due to strong growth and continued investment in the development of our customer service provision, Zünd Plotting Systems (UK) Ltd. is currently recruiting for three Service Engineer positions;

  • Northern Field Service Engineer
  • Southern Field Service Engineer
  • Internal Service Support Engineer – Based at St. Albans, UK
    
    

  For the Field Service Engineer positions, Zünd is seeking a suitably qualified person ideally to HNC, HND, B/Eng or equivalent in any engineering discipline. Candidates must possess strong computer skills and the ability to use CAD or graphics software would be an advantage.

  The work involves the installation and maintenance of high value flatbed cutting capital equipment throughout the UK and Ireland and may involve some European travel. Further responsibilities involve training customers on the use of the equipment and software, on site trouble shooting and repair along with remote telephone support.

  Candidates must possess good analytical trouble shooting skills, self-motivated, articulate, customer facing, good time management, as well as being able to demonstrate a hands-on, practical and flexible approach.

  Candidates should hold a full UK clean driving license and be in a position to travel at short notice if requested - mainly UK and Ireland. The role will potentially involve a proportion of the working week away from home; occasional weekend work may be required.

  
  For the Internal Service Support Engineer position, the primary responsibility will be to provide telephone/remote access support to our customers and site based engineers regarding all our products, services and applications. In house repairs, and in-house machine refurbishments.

  The candidate must possess a good and articulate telephone manner, customer focus, empathy, good analytical trouble shooting skills, self-motivated, as well as being able to demonstrate a hands-on, practical and flexible approach.

  The role could potentially involve a small amount of field based work as and when required. Candidates should hold a full UK clean driving license and be able to travel at short notice if requested.
  
  

  In all cases the right candidates can expect to receive a highly competitive remuneration package, company car, BUPA, contributory pension and a good team of colleagues. Full product training is provided and we offer opportunities for further development.

  Applicants should send their CV with a covering letter to: Louise McCord, Zünd Plotting Systems (UK) Ltd. Unit 1, Spring Valley Business Centre, Porters Wood, St. Albans, Herts, AL3 6PD or by e-mail to louisem@zund.co.uk 

• Amayse-ing results achieved at Twickenham Stadium thanks to CLEAR FOCUS film from CMYUK
  23 May 2017

  

  Amayse, the worldwide market leader in 3D signage for televised sporting events and a leading supplier in both venue and event branding and large-format signage for indoor and outdoor use, recently installed impressive exterior window graphics at Twickenham Stadium ahead of Harlequins’ Big Game 9.

• Zünd UK joins Zünd Systemtechnik AG, with Stuart Cole as MD
  23 May 2017

  

  Zünd Plotting Systems (UK) Ltd has become a subsidiary of Zünd Systemtechnik AG, a family business based in Switzerland, following the recent appointment of Stuart Cole as Zünd UK's new Managing Director.

• Historika AG upgrades high-quality graphics using the EFI VUTEk LX3 Pro
  21 May 2017

  

  Electronics For Imaging, Inc. has announced today that the Oberuzwil, Switzerland-based advertising technology company Historika AG will install an EFI VUTEk LX3 Pro production-level LED printer. The company replaced a previously installed printer with the higher-productivity hybrid roll/flatbed EFI model, which was showcased at FESPA in Hamburg this year.

• Zünd at FESPA 2017: outstanding performance and a coveted award
  20 May 2017

  

  Zünd is delighted to record very favorable results from Fespa 2017 in Hamburg, Germany. Before an international audience, the leading manufacturer of digital cutting systems presented, for the first time, its laser module designed for cutting polyester textiles.

• MIMAKI EUROPE recognised with prestigious awards at FESPA 2017
  19 May 2017

  

  Mimaki, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutting systems, today reported that it had its biggest and most successful presence ever at FESPA 2017 with two stands totalling 534 square metres. In addition to interest from visitors in Mimaki’s sign & display graphics, industrial print, 3D printing and digital textile printing, visitors also took FESPA’s theme for the show to heart.

• CMYUK appoints Nick Reed as Esko Business Manager
  15 May 2017

  

  CMYUK, the UK’s leading independent supplier of digital print technology and materials, has announced the appointment of Nick Reed as Esko Business Manager. With immediate effect, he will be responsible for further increasing Esko’s market share in the UK, and bringing a broader portfolio of highly-effective, next-generation print productivity solutions to the market.

• Platt joins Hybrid as Mimaki textile range further expands
  15 May 2017

  

  Experienced textile industry professional, Brett Platt has joined Mimaki’s exclusive UK and Irish distributor, Hybrid Services as Textile Product Manager.

• Roland TrueVIS SG printer/cutter series wins high-profile EDP Award
  15 May 2017

  

  Roland DG is delighted to announce that the latest addition to its advanced and versatile TrueVIS printer/cutter range, the TrueVIS SG Series, has won ‘Best Print & Cut Solution’ at the prestigious EDP (European Digital Press) awards. The success of the SG-540 and SG-300 integrated print & cut devices follows that of the TrueVIS VG Series, which won in the same category in 2016.

  Speaking at the awards ceremony, which took place at FESPA, Gillian Montanaro, Head of Marketing EMEA for Roland DG commented: ‘Roland DG is very proud to have won this award. It’s an exciting time for the industry with manufacturers striving to innovate and bring the very best solutions to market. This EDP recognition demonstrates that as a pioneer of digital wide format technology, Roland DG continues to lead the way with an unmatched product portfolio offering an award-winning combination of reliability, precision engineering, quality and return-on-investment.’

  The EDP Association (European Digital Press Association) annually evaluates and celebrates the best new developments in print production, presenting awards to the very best solutions in the industry. The Technical Committee’s comments on the TrueVIS SG Series: ‘Based on the new print engine with FlexFire printheads it speeds up the production a lot compared to the older models in the market. These SG models are delivered as a good price and value combination.’

  Gillian Montanaro explains: ‘The TrueVIS range takes integrated print & cut to the next level in terms of innovative features and performance-enhancing functions which deliver true benefits to the user in terms of efficiency, ease and stunning quality of output. The SG series delivers advanced TrueVIS technology at an unbeatable price and is the ideal versatile solution for print service providers who are starting out, or for those looking to boost their production capabilities.’

  Photo shows Roland's Gillian Montanaro and EDP's Rudolf Messer.

• HP launches new HP Latex 3600 and 3200 printers at FESPA
  8 May 2017

  

  HP Inc. has announced the availability of new solutions for HP Large Format Print Service Providers to grow business in signage, decoration, and display with innovative production and application opportunities.

• Antalis launches interactive online product catalogue
  5 May 2017

  

  With the rise of e-commerce, the growing demand for live information and the increased desire for 24/7 ordering, an increasing amount of B2B product research and purchasing is now completed online.

• Antalis launches interactive online product catalogue
  5 May 2017

  

  With the rise of e-commerce, the growing demand for live information and the increased desire for 24/7 ordering, an increasing amount of B2B product research and purchasing is now completed online.

• ScreenServices expands in 50th year with third Zünd S3
  3 May 2017

  

  ScreenServices is marking 50 years in the decal and label market – with no plans to slow down: the company has invested in an additional Zünd S3 digital cutting table to increase its productivity and further boost its competitiveness.

• Going wide: New SpotOn SynPaper for HP PageWide XL announced by Drytac
  2 May 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced SpotOn SynPaper for HP PageWide XL printers. The new introduction is a 120µ (4.8 mil) white matte polypropylene film, coated on one side with a dot pattern printed pressure-sensitive polyacrylate adhesive.

• Going wide: New SpotOn SynPaper for HP PageWide XL announced by Drytac
  2 May 2017

  

  Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced SpotOn SynPaper for HP PageWide XL printers. The new introduction is a 120µ (4.8 mil) white matte polypropylene film, coated on one side with a dot pattern printed pressure-sensitive polyacrylate adhesive.

• Roland Print & Cut comes out on top again
  2 May 2017

  

  Roland DG, a leader in integrated print and cut for 22 years, has proved once again its position in the sign and display market, with superior results in a recent EMEA customer survey. Respondents included customers who have been using Roland devices for many years, as well as recent purchasers, with more than 4000 customers across the region giving their feedback.

• Antalis serves up its latest innovations at Retail Design Expo
  1 May 2017

  

  With just a matter of days to go, Antalis is planning to make a big impact at its first Retail Design Expo, where it will be serving up all its latest visual communication innovations with an American diner inspired stand.

• Antalis serves up its latest innovations at Retail Design Expo
  1 May 2017

  

  With just a matter of days to go, Antalis is planning to make a big impact at its first Retail Design Expo, where it will be serving up all its latest visual communication innovations with an American diner inspired stand.

• Roland DG announces National Safety Supplies winner of the SDUK SG-540 Competition
  28 Apr 2017

  

  Roland DG has today announced the winner of the popular TrueVIS SG-540 Competition, which ran during Sign & Digital 2017 and offered entrants the chance to win the latest TrueVIS SG-540 print and cut machine for their business.

• Frank Moran talks to LFR about the Antalis vision for viscomm
  25 Apr 2017

  

  Almost one year on from joining Antalis as its new visual communications strategic development director, Frank Moran talks to LFR about how the company’s offering has been developing and predicts what the future holds for the viscomm sector.

• Frank Moran talks to LFR about the Antalis vision for viscomm
  25 Apr 2017

  

  Almost one year on from joining Antalis as its new visual communications strategic development director, Frank Moran talks to LFR about how the company’s offering has been developing and predicts what the future holds for the viscomm sector.

• HP introduces latex print & cut solutions to simplify sign & display production
  24 Apr 2017

  

  HP Inc. has announced the HP Latex 300 Print and Cut Series, a dual-device solution for simultaneous printing and cutting in a single workflow, delivering 50 percent time savings.

• Mimaki to unveil new model in UJF-MkII product line-up at FESPA 2017
  24 Apr 2017

  

  Mimaki has announced a new member of the UJF-MkII product family, its latest generation of small format UV flatbed printers.

• Visit FESPA 2017 to discover why print professionals choose Roland
  23 Apr 2017

  

  Roland DG is inviting FESPA 2017 delegates to visit its booth (Hall B7 Booth E20) and discover why so many print professionals worldwide choose Roland technology to power their businesses.

• Longier, Roland and Nazdar stars of QPS's stand at Sign and Digital UK
  23 Apr 2017

  

  Quality Print Services (QPS) has reported a very successful three days at the NEC for Sign and Digital UK 2017.

• Nazdar Ink Technologies to focus on narrow-web ink innovations at Label Summit
  18 Apr 2017

  

  Nazdar Ink Technologies will be a key exhibitor at Label Summit Latin America 2017, taking place in Santiago, Chile on May 16th and 17th.

• Roland DG launches new interactive and responsive website
  17 Apr 2017

  

  Roland DG (UK) Ltd has launched a new company website, with an interactive and responsive design, to improve visitor experience.

• Mimaki plans strong presence at Texprocess and Techtextil 2017
  13 Apr 2017

  

  Mimaki has announced it is to have a strong presence at Texprocess and its parallel show, Techtextil 2017, that will highlight the company’s wide-format digital textile printers and innovative ink and dye sublimation technologies in two separate exhibition halls.

• Roland DG UK announce major integration project with market leading Custom Gateway software
  6 Apr 2017

  

  Roland DG UK and Custom Gateway have begun the process of integrating a range of their popular hardware and software solutions. The venture will create a fully featured system that enables retailers, sports & leisure businesses and existing sign & display businesses to easily deliver instantly personalised and customised products on-premise and across all their on- and off-line channels.

• Canon Europe opens “The Centre” and introduces its new Océ Colorado 1640, 64” UV printer
  4 Apr 2017

  

  During a special briefing at its newly opened Birmingham-based showroom, The Centre, Canon Europe introduced the Océ Colorado 1640, its new high speed 64” roll-to-roll wide format printer built around the latest Canon UVgel, LED cured technology.

• Introducing bacteria’s worst new enemy: Protac Anti-Bacterial film from Drytac
  21 Mar 2017

  

  Drytac Europe, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the print, label and industrial markets, has announced the immediate availability of its Protac Anti-Bacterial film. The product is now available in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

• Drytac expands USA team with two new appointments
  17 Mar 2017

  

  Drytac is pleased to announce that Olga Bates and Amanda Brown have joined the company as the new members of the recently restructured Marketing and Brand department in the USA: Olga as Brand Manager and Amanda as Marketing Coordinator.

  The purpose of the Brand department is to reflect Drytac’s evolution over the years and the company’s new expansion goals. Both Olga and Amanda will be based in Drytac’s USA offices in Richmond, Virginia.

  Olga is a VCU Brandcenter graduate and holds a Master’s degree in Communications with concentration in Advertising Strategy, and she has a decade of experience in marketing and advertising, particularly retail advertising.  

  “I consider it an honour and a privilege to spearhead the rebranding efforts for an organisation as remarkable as Drytac. The more I get to know its culture and personality, the more I admire this company. It’s a good feeling when you can’t wait to come to work every day. I’m confident we can achieve even greater things in the future by taking the Drytac brand to the next level,” said Olga.

  Prior to joining Drytac, Olga worked at several companies including The Martin Agency and Capital One, and played a key role in designing and implementing the programming strategy for Walmart Digital Network. In the course of her career, she also worked with clients such as L’Oréal, NFL, GSK, Kraft, Unilever, P&G and more. She brings a wealth of experience, branding expertise and a proven track record to the table, combined with a passion for what she does and the ability to get things done.

  Amanda Brown is a Virginia Tech graduate, who graduated at the top of her class as a Fashion Merchandise and Design major. For the past two years, Amanda has worked as an Assistant Store Manager for Kohl’s Department Stores. She also served as a Kohl’s Campus Ambassador at Virginia Tech and was one of the youngest to be promoted to an Assistant Store Manager. She gained a lot of experience supervising employees, implementing store displays and promoting products. Amanda brings that same drive and enthusiasm to her position as Marketing Coordinator at Drytac.

  [Photo shows: Amanda Brown (L) and Olga Bates (R)]

• Antalis announces new products for sign & display sector
  11 Mar 2017

  

  It’s been a busy start to the year for Antalis’ product management team as the business has added not one but nine new range extensions to its ever-expanding Sign & Display offer.