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Environment and Sustainability go hand in hand

While the public is putting more emphasis towards green solutions, the print industry already has certifications and measures in place. Companies such as HP are actively promoting sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions that adhere to standards set around the world.

By Sabine A. Slaughter

More and more manufacturers are driving their operations towards sustainability, introducing processes and operations that are taking note of the environment. While the environment and sustainability go hand in hand, significant savings can thus be achieved too. Conserved energy, reduced waste, elimination of hazardous materials are just some of the many topics that not only lead to a "greener" production but also to higher reputation in terms of future-oriented manufacturing that is valued by customers.

The Role of Print in an Omni-channel World

Patrick Martell, CEO of St Ives Group and the new President of Ipex 2014, looks at print and the important role it will continue to play in the world of marketing in an omni-channel environment:

From humble beginnings to big success: Inkjet technology

Who would have thought that Inkjet technology is one of the oldest technologies? Yes, you hear right. While the printing industry has only discovered it in the last 20 years, it has been around much longer. Sabine A Slaughter investigates its roots.

The triumphant success that inkjet technology has attained within the last 10 to 20 years is based on science and research covering almost 300 years of history. Although commercialisation and professional availability only cover a short period in history, the principles and basis theories referring to inkjet have been researched more than 200 years ago. The French scholar and cleric Abbé Jean Antoine Nollet already published a report in 1749 on the effects exerted by static charge on a drop. As part of his research on osmotic pressure and only a year after, he invented the electroscope, a device for detection of electric charge, this has only been one of the many discoveries the 18th century had to offer.

A journey from analogue to digital to additive

Years of trade events, news and developments mean a lot of ground has been covered in our fast-changing industry. Groundbreaking developments and new introductions in terms of technology, abilities and foremost applications have and are the norm. Well, print is evolving, and while traditional technologies are still asked for, new technologies and applications are just round the corner. Sabine A Slaughter voices some thoughts on our industry.

Moore's Law or when overcapacity kills

By Sabine A Slaughter

Accelerating innovation, innovation cycles, and/or things and events leads to shorter and shorter cycles that decrease the value of things. This is especially true in our currently fast-living world.

Multi-Function Device Security: Fixing What You Don't Know is Broken

By Mark Gibbs, author / writer

There was a time when you never had to think about whether your printers, scanners, copiers, and fax machines were secure -- they were simply input and output devices.

Nonwovens at the Forefront of Recycling

Nonwovens manufacturers were among the very first textile recyclers, and in the next few years their services will be needed more than ever.

Winter is coming – how to successfully tackle cold-weather installations

Authored by Dennis Leblanc, Senior Business Development Manager at Drytac.

Print service providers that produce and install outdoor applications are all-too aware of the challenges that come with this line of work. No matter the season, pieces placed outside will be constantly subject to the elements, be it the harshness of winter or the warm sun of summer.

Industrial Print Integration announces conference agenda

Now in its third edition, the Industrial Print Integration (IPI) conference is considered the key contribution to the technology roadmap of all involved in innovative printing applications. Next to leading hardware, software and ink providers, IPI presents innovative input from technology users, emerging start-ups and research centres who highlight the latest available solutions. The event takes place on 19-20 November 2024 at Crowne Plaza Düsseldorf-Neuss.

Revolutionizing apparel printing: How GelatoConnect's workflow module for apparel takes your production to the next level

Apparel printing is more complex than ever, with businesses managing multiple print technologies, inventory challenges, and customer demands for high-quality products delivered fast. GelatoConnect's enhanced Workflow module for apparel simplifies this process, offering print producers a centralized, end-to-end solution for DTG, DTF, embroidery, and sublimation. Discover how this powerful tool can transform your production, reduce errors, and boost your profitability.

Switching it up with window graphics. PVC vs. cling vinyl

Authored by Peter Bourgeois, Territory Sales Manager for Northwest US at Drytac

For some time now, wide-format static cling vinyl has been one of the go-to products for those companies producing short-term retail window graphics. Looking at the stand-out features and qualities of these materials, it is easy to see why.