Category Archives: Digital Printing
The Difference Between Canvas and Foam Board for Artwork Printing
Most of us are already familiar with canvas. It is a quality and easy-to-use material used by painters and has now become a popular product in the printing world. In addition to the widespread use of canvas, there is a relatively new printable material called foam board or ‘kappa’.
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SGIA and PIA Merge to Become the Largest Printing and Graphic Arts Association in the US
Press release from the issuing company
The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) and Printing Industries of America (PIA) today announce that, as of May 1, 2020, the two organizations will officially merge. SGIA and PIA are together committed to serving the graphic arts community with preeminent research, education, training, events, legislative support, government affairs, health and safety, and other key industry services. SGIA primarily serves the graphics, industrial and apparel decorator segments; and PIA primarily serves the commercial printing segment. Together, members will have access to services across many channels.
Epson Launches Industrial Direct-to-Fabric Printer
Custom T-shirt design and printing is a booming business model, and a trend that will only grow in the next few years. In fact, whenever people think of starting a business, a T-shirt company is one of the first ideas that come up. With recent developments in e-commerce and worldwide shipping, it’s a rather viable business to setup, in a market expected to cross $10 Billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 6.3%. This global trend is on the rise, especially in Pacific Asia, which accounts for 30% of the global market.
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New Trends for the Printing Industry in 2020 (Part 1)
It’s almost time to close the books on year 2019, and look forward to the new year ahead. The past year has taught us, that despite some gloom and doom predictions, print is not dead – in fact it’s alive more than ever. After a 1.8% industry growth in 2018, the industry has grown by 3.5% in 2019, with a total amount of $850 billion in industry revenues in the US alone. Technology innovation is pushing the print industry forward, and the coming year 2020 looks promising.
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The Great Advantages QR Codes Can Offer
The QR code is a readable code scanned by a smartphone, and can connect offline and online marketing channels. It’s basically a sort of shortcut that encodes text, URL or other data, connecting the consumer right to the marketer’s desired destination.
New Enhancements For The iGen 5 By Xerox Make It Even More Versatile
Xerox recently announced two new optional capabilities for their iGen 5 series: the extra-long sheet (XLS) and Fluorescent Yellow Dry Ink. These new enhancements help expand printers’ applications and increase press productivity.
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Canon’s ImagePROGRAF TA Series Takes Large Format Printing To The Top
Canon U.S.A., Inc. had announced the new imagePROGRAF large-format 5-Color 24-inch TA-20 and 36-inch TA-30 printers. Developed to benefit entry-level print customers, the TA Series offers high-quality software in a cost-efficient, easy-to-use solution that will enhance workflow and productivity for small businesses and first-time large-format print users.
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Fujifilm Unveils Uvijet OX – The Latest High Performance Ink Set
Fujifilm recently unveiled Uvijet OX – their latest, advanced high performance ink set developed exclusively for use with the new Inca Digital Onset X HS UV flatbed series.
The unique Uvijet OX ink will be available at first as a six color set, and will enable the new Onset X HS to print on a wide range of media at high speed with maximum adhesion, cure speed and quality; helping printers to reach new markets.
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Mimaki Introduces A New LED UV Flatbed Printer – The JFX200-2513
A recent launch from Mimaki revealed a new high-performance entry-level model flatbed printer, which can print on media up to 98.4 inches wide by 51.1 inches long by 1.96 inches thick, thus expanding possibilities in the printing business.
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Faster Turnarounds And Higher Quality With Jeti Tauro H2500 LED From Agfa
A new hybrid printer is catching the attention of sign and display printers, and its’ advanced capabilities sure justify the hype. Meet the UV wide-format inkjet printer from Agfa – the Jeti Tauro H2500 LED.
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