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4) HP: New printer for the sign and display market
HP
presented at SGI three new printers for the sign and display market: The HP Scitex FB7500 printer is an ideal solution for close-view
POP/POS applications, exhibition graphics, signage, backlit displays and
posters. The FB7500 printer is built on the proven HP Scitex
TJ Series printing platform and offers the added benefit of HP Scitex X2 Printhead technology.
The FB7500 printer will be available for purchase worldwide in May 2009; The HP
Scitex FB950 printer is a robust flatbed UV printer
that delivers high-quality prints and high productivity on virtually rigid or
flexible media for the production of durable outdoor and indoor applications,
including POP/POS signage, tradeshow graphics, interior decorations, banners
and street furniture. The FB950 printer will be available for worldwide
general purchase on November 15, 2008 and the HP Scitex
TJ8550 printer, it features up to a 50% increase in print speed and up to 20%
lower cost per print compared to the preceding HP Scitex
TJ8500 printer. With the new TJ8550 printer, PSPs
can confidently respond to a wide range of customer requests for the
high-speed production of indoor and outdoor applications, including
sheet-to-sheet or double-sided applications with the built-in HP Scitex Double-sided printing upgrade. To complement the
new TJ8550 printer, HP also introduced HP Scitex
TJ200 Ink, a UV-curable ink that delivers improved quality and reliability
while lowering operational costs. The TJ8550 printer will be available in
February 2009.
More information: www.hp.com
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5) Océ: New Arizona 350 GT UV curable flatbed printer
Océ expands its range with the new
Océ Arizona 350 GT UV curable flatbed printer, which includes support for
white ink printing and high production print speeds. Designed as a true
flatbed system it can print on a wide variety of rigid substrates and
features a Roll Media Option for printing onto flexible media. The white ink
option enables under-printing for non-white media or objects, over-printing
for backlit applications on transparent media and/or printing white as a spot
color. The Océ Arizona 350 GT features production print speeds up to 22.2
sqm/hr on rigid media and up to 17.5 sqm/hr using the Roll Media Option. The
Arizona 350 GT combines a true flatbed design with a separate, dedicated
roll-to-roll system. It can print onto rigid media up to 1.25 m wide x 2.5 m
long x 48 mm thick. With the Roll Media Option installed, users can print
onto flexible media up to 2.2 m wide. It uses four-color (CMYK) plus white UV
curable inks and Océ VariaDot imaging technology with near-photographic image
quality. The Océ Arizona 350 GT is ideal for producing a wide variety of
display graphics such as event graphics, point-of-purchase displays,
limited-term signage, banners, backlit and reflective rigid displays, transit
advertising, and directional signage. Contact a local Océ office for
availability in your area. viscom frankfurt: Hall
3.0, booth B 46
More
information: www.oce.com
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6) EFI showcases technology portfolio at Graph Expo 2008
EFI will showcase its portfolio of
solutions in its largest trade show booth ever at Graph
Expo (Oct. 26-29, Chicago's McCormick Place). EFI solutions will be
demonstrated in EFI's booth 2000 and in
partner booths, including Canon U.S.A., FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A.,
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Pitman Company, Ricoh Americas
Corp. and Xerox. The newest versions of EFI solutions will be on display
including Fiery digital print servers; EFI VUTEk superwide digital inkjet
printers; EFI Rastek UV wide format printers; EFI Jetrion industrial inkjet
printing systems; and print management, Web-to-print, proofing and workflow
solutions. A special CIP4-sponsored "JDF Print Shop Live" product
area will also be hosted by EFI. In the company's booth and in partner
booths, EFI will highlight Fiery innovation in color management, ensuring
accurate color from input to output including Color Profiler Suite (CPS)
profiling solution and Graphic Arts Package, Premium Edition, designed to
ensure total color quality control in the printing workflow for graphic arts
professionals. Fiery is also fully compliant with PDF-X3 and supports the
PANTONE Goe System. EFI will be demonstrating award-winning UV, solvent and
dye sublimation superwide printing solutions, giving show attendees a first
hand look at the product portfolio. Specifically, the VUTEk QS3200 and VUTEk
QS3200r UV-curing printers, and VUTEk 3360 solvent printer will be on
display. The VUTEk systems will also have connectivity to Fiery XF, the EFI
BestColor-driven production workflow and color management solution.
More
information: www.efi.com
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7) Neolt workflow solutions at viscom italia 2008
Italy-based manufacturer Neolt will manifest its drive for innovation at the
viscom Italia showcasing a new, 160 cm wide flatbed UV printer and a 320 cm
wide roll-to-roll UV printer. For contour cutting and engraving jobs, Neolt
has the NeoCNC product line, of which the NeoCNC 1325 will be shown. This
machine is even capable of engraving in marble up to 5 mm deep. For solvent
workflows Neolt will demonstrate the superfast 12-heads NeoJet-K printer
together with the impulse welder NeoWELD and the new NeoEyeletter. Neolt has an online solution for simultaneous horizontal
and vertical cutting, the XY Matic Trim 165, enabling an uninterrupted
print-and-cut workflow. In addition to this, Neolt
will demonstrate the new Vertical Foam Trim 160 with adjustable blade.
Designed for the CAD/engineering and repro markets is the Neofold 1100E,
which may be installed online with a printer for time-saving printing and
folding. An important new feature of this machine, to be shown in Milan for
the first time, is the automatic crossfold. Of course, various other Neolt
products such as laminators and trimmers will be on show as well.
viscom Italia: Hall 3, booth K11-L20
More
information: www.neolt.it
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8) GCC: User-friendly AAS II contour cutting
GCC,
manufacturer in the visual-tech industry, is pleased to introduce the
user-friendly AAS II contour cutting for Jaguar IV and Puma III. GCC’s
advanced AAS II contour cutting is designed to provide Jaguar IV and Puma III
users with accurate tracking capability, which includes four significant
functions: 1st-mark auto-detection, 4-Point Position, Segmental Positioning
and Multiple Copies.
More
information: www.gccworld.com
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9) SEAL Graphics: New SEAL 600 MD and UV Sol Lam laminates
SEAL Graphics launched the SEAL
600 MD, a bi-directional, fully-featured machine that is a mounter, laminator
and encapsulator. It has a maximum output speed of 4.5 m/min on substrates up
to 1550mm wide and 38mm thickness. Pneumatically-operated, the 600 MD
provides the ultimate in precision engineering for operator and materials
control. The pneumatic nip means that settings are fast, accurate and
repeatable; whilst the floating rollers allow for slight variations in the
thickness of the substrate to be accommodated within the pressure setting.
Being a bi-directional machine, the 600 MD can easily switch from hot to cold
applications. Capable of producing a wide range of output types including
rigid and flexible indoor displays, floor graphics, backlit, roll-up and
rigid outdoor displays, the SEAL 600 MD is set to become the industry's new
workhorse and will find favor with both specialist finishing houses as well
as inhouse print departments with a variety of output applications. Also SEAL
Graphics has added 'UV Sol Lam' laminates to its extensive range of films and
digital print media. UV Sol Lam is a range of durable, pressure-sensitive,
solvent-based PVC lamination films that provides excellent protection and
enhances the finish of the output of all digital print technologies;
especially those produced using UV-cured inks. These high quality films are
perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, providing a life of five and three
years respectively, with the finishes coming in a choice of Matte, Semi-Matte
and Gloss. They are available in roll sizes from 1040 to 1540mm wide by 50 or
100 meter lengths.
More
information: www.sealgraphics.com
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10) SETeMa: A complete new developed modular washing line
SETeMa
introduces its complete new Porta-Wash roll to roll washing line consisting
of a series of 4 different washing modules. These modules can be combined to
meet customer demands to wash various cloth- and fibre types. The new
Porta-Wash line consists of a base module PW-B, a large module with twice the
cloth contents PW-L, a large module with a separation wall PW-LD and a J-Box
module PW-J with a maximum content of 40 meter. To achieve good water-, wash-
and rub-fastnesses a minimum of unfixed dyestuff in the fibre is the main
goal of the washing process. For these diffusion limited washing processes
the time, temperature and concentration differences are essential factors
rather than amount of fresh water and mechanical force. The requirements of
the diffusion wash process are the basis for the Porta-Wash line combining a
long dwell time with minimal water content, a minimum of fresh water usage
and a moderate mechanical impact. In the Porta-Wash line the separate washing
modules use recycled and fresh soft water. The newly developed vacuum system
in each module largely prevents polluted water being dragged by the cloth
into the next bath. The vacuum is adjustable to accommodate for different
fabrics. The first two Porta-Wash lines will be operational before the end of
the year at two sites. The Porta-Wash is available in 3 cloth widths: 1.85 m,
2.50 m and 3.40 m.
More
information: www.setema.com and www.2-some.com
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11) Caldera: FLOW+ - A new Business Automation Workflow solution
 Caldera
has launched at SGIA its new Wide Format Business Workflow solution, FLOW+.
The product, an intelligent combination of an MIS (Management Information
System), an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and a CRM (Customer Relation
Management), is a Workflow software which will
interact directly with the RIP spooler. Flow+ is a complete business workflow
solution for print professionals who want a tool capable of managing all
information from all company departments. The central data of the workflow is
the job Ticket, which represents the job to be delivered to a client. FLOW+ will the monitor all the necessary phases of the
commercial and production process: JOB card, quote, order, inventory,
planning, print, finishing, delivery and invoice. The key innovation is that
FLOW+ will get “live” information from Caldera’s Super Spooler directly from
the RIP, automatically updating information about the job process: file
availability, printing status, planning. Sales, planning and production
departments will be able to monitor the job production cycle “live”.
More information: www.caldera.eu
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12) Mutoh Europe releases two House RIP solutions Grip and Grip+
Mutoh
Europe nv announces availability of two “House RIP” solutions, called Grip
and Grip+, as an addition to its existing range of Mutoh Edition RIP
software. The new Grip and Grip+ solutions for PC and MAC users have been
developed by Mutoh Europe in cooperation with the France based RIP developer
Caldera Graphics. The new RIP software has been specifically tuned to Mutoh’s
entire wide format digital printer and sign cutting plotter portfolio. Grip
is an integrated desktop print solution that provides in an easy interface
all that is needed to drive a Mutoh large format printer. Before printing,
the user can swiftly crop, rotate, resize or enhance colours. Whether used
for processing PostScript, PDF or raster files, Grip delivers high quality
output with its powerful ICC compliant rip engine. Grip comes standard with a
CostProof module that will allow the user to estimate printing costs. Grip+
is a full featured production workflow solution for large format Print and
Print-to-Cut, packed with intuitive and sophisticated features to get the
best from a Mutoh printer. Next to the features of Grip, Grip+ also provides
full drag and drop functionality, spot colour matching, real time output
simulation, a layout tool, tiling and multi-printer spooling for time
optimization. For print-to-cut applications, Grip+ can detect and extract
contour data intended for contour cutting and can generate reference bar
codes on the print data. To complete the print & cut workflow, after completing
the printing process, Grip+ can drive Mutoh’s SC-PRO and Ultima cutting
plotters to create full-colour stickers and signs. The Grip and Grip+ RIP
will be distributed through Mutoh authorized resellers. viscom frankfurt:
Hall 3.0, booth D 10
More
information: www.mutoh.eu
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13) Gandinnovations presents new RIP software GandiSoft
Gandinnovations will be showcasing a special presentation seminar on their booth 3825 at GraphExpo where
customers will see this incredible new RIP software in action with the Jeti
range of digital printers. The company enlisted ErgoSoft, a business renowned
for bringing groundbreaking color management solutions to the market, to
create GandiSoft, a software program uniquely designed to meet the specific
requirements of all Jeti printers and the production of large format
graphics. ErgoSoft has combined the best features of its two top selling
software products into one superior program available only through
Gandinnovations. GandiSoft is designed to work in
concert with the Job Client, RIP server and Print Queue to make job setup and
output easier than ever. User can accomplish all these tasks from one single
window. At the heart of GandiSoft is a sophisticated color rendering engine;
an open color management system with custom linearization and ink limiting
capability, support for various spectrophotometers, and an integrated ICC
profiler, color GPS, all of which combine to provide unprecedented control
over color accuracy and image fidelity.
More
information: www.gandinnovations.com
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14) SAi: New SpotON diffusion algorithm available
 SA
International announces the new SpotON diffusion
algorithm available in the latest release of the Flexi 8.6 and PhotoPRINT 6.1 software for Windows. Striving to continue
to improve Raster Image Processing, SAi has
developed this new stochastic screening-based algorithm. SpotON,
the enhanced equal dot distribution, avoids banding and artifacts, which are
often troublesome especially in lighter areas of prints. The new SpotON diffusion increases the accuracy of the ink
placement and variable dots without sacrificing processing speed. The
unsurpassed gradient smoothness resulting from the new SpotON
is available as a free upgrade to all users currently using Flexi 8.5 or PhotoPRINT 6.0 for Windows. Users should contact one of SAi's value-add resellers to
request the free upgrade. In addition the new releases of Flexi 8.6 and PhotoPRINT 6.1 include several added improvements such as
the new Ink Split interface, improved Linearization and over 80 new device
drivers. This newest release with the SpotON and
other numerous improvements is available as a free upgrade to current Windows
users. Registered users with earlier software versions qualify for special
upgrade pricing.
More information: www.saintl.biz
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15) Contex: Nextimage 1.5 with TWAIN, Scan-to-Email and DWF format
Contex
and Vidar, a brand of Contex – wide format scanner manufacturer – announced
the global availability of a new upgrade to Nextimage multi-function scanning
and copying software. This upgrade, available in 10 languages, includes
innovations that extend the value and capabilities of installed first release
Nextimage. Earlier this year, Contex released a completely new user
experience with Nextimage. Now, with many new and enhanced features including
a built-in TWAIN driver, Scan-to-Email, DWF file format support and automatic
palette creation in 8-bit color mode, Nextimage advances its position as one
of the most powerful scanning and copying software in the industry today.
Nextimage version 1.5 is a free upgrade to existing Nextimage users.
WIDEimage users, Contex’ previous generation of scanning software, can now
save 40% if they upgrade to Nextimage SCAN before Dec 31, 2008. Combined with
Contex and VIDAR’s SD Series and HD Series scanners, Nextimage software
seamlessly integrates into the office workflow whether you are working in
technical, GIS, copy and reprographics or other wide format segments.
More
information: www.contex.com
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16)  BARBIERI electronic with 3 novelties
BARBIERI electronic presented at SGIA three
novelties: A new and improved spectrophotometer Spectro
Swing, Spectro LFP and the new version 3.0 of the
measuring software Profile-Xpert Gateway. The new Spectro Swing will now be available in two models: The Spectro Swing R which measures reflective media only and Spectro Swing RT which is able to measure both reflective
and transparent media. The Spectro Swing R can
easily be upgraded to a Spectro Swing RT by
software. The Spectro LFP RT has also been
redesigned and got several improvements in regards to measuring speed,
versatility and user friendliness. At the same time also the new version 3.0
of the measuring software Profile-Xpert Gateway is
available which allows using the devices on both Mac and Windows. This
measuring software is the link between BARBIERI measuring devices and
software products and allows using the Spectro
Swing and Spectro LFP together with almost every
third party Rip and profiling creation software.
More information: www.barbierielectronic.com
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17) JUST Normlicht presented JUST LED proofControl
JUST Normlicht, manufacturer of devices for the visual
evaluation of colors and surfaces for the graphic, photographic, textile and
automobile industries, presented their highlights and innovations at
photokina. While LEDs represent modern technology,
it’s previously not been possible to meet the strict requirements for viewing
conditions. JUST Normlicht has developed a diode
control system (patent pending) capable of recreating the spectral properties
of virtually any type of light and incorporated it into the new LED proofControl. JUST Normlicht
has integrated seven different colored diodes in order to reproduce the
entire spectrum as precisely and uniformly as possible and to allow for
reliable and stable observation conditions for the life of the viewing booth.
The result is a single booth that boasts more than 25000 hours of usage and
that can recreate any type of light source, including D50, D65, CWF as well
as the viewing condition’s of a print buyer’s home. The new LED viewing booth have a much longer life before losing any
brightness. The new LED viewing booth is easily calibrated using the adJUST monitorCalibration
software and a standard measurement device. The result is a powerful viewing
tool, applicable for virtually all conditions and designed to evolve as softproofing and remote proofing applications become more
commonplace.
More
information: www.just-normlicht.com
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18) Sihl: Polyester film for top-quality
frontprints
 Sihl introduced a translucent polyester film with
microporous SuperDry coating. Thanks to its outstanding properties in the
inkjet sector, SuperDry Light Box Film 175 (satin 3461) will set completely
new standards. Because of the special coating, the slide film achieves the
highest photographic quality for the production of light box displays. Thanks
to Sihl's microporous SuperDry technology, the material achieves an
unbeatably good photographic quality on all well-known inkjet printing
systems, which is in many respects superior to laboratory produced results.
This special coating allows inks to be perfectly controlled so that they
adhere more effectively to the surface of the medium. The translucent film
(190µ / 225 g/qm) is exceptional not only in terms of superior photographic
quality, it also scores top marks when it comes to processing and versatility.
One of the reasons is the stiffness of the polyester film which guarantees
optimum flatness and tear-resistance. Because of its dimensional stability
and resistance to moisture and temperature as well as its mechanical
robustness this material is perfect for all areas of high-end photo and
graphic reproduction. It also has good laminating properties (hot or cold)
for longer-term use. The Light Box Film 175 (satin 3461) is available in
reels with a length of 20 m and in the widths 36", 42", 50",
54" and 60".
viscom
frankfurt: Hall 3.0, booth B 31
More information: www.sihlgroup.com
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19) MACtac: New StreetRap film and new overlaminate film
MACtac StreetRap
is an 85µ white matt calendered PVC film coated with an aggressive clear
acrylic adhesive. It is designed for outdoor sidewalk and parking lot floor
graphics and sticks to flat or slightly rough pedestrian traffic surfaces
like concrete and asphalt. MACtac StreetRap helps advertisers exploit new
sites to display their messages such as trade shows, retail outlets, public
buildings, schools, convention centres, sport and entertainment venues. It
also allows sign makers and event organisers to make safety and directional
signs more visible. The outdoor durability of graphics printed on MACtac
StreetRap is 3 months for pedestrian traffic on smooth surfaces, when
protected with MACtac Permaflex PF 6300 and StreetRap Protect textured
overlaminating films that exceed ASTM D2047 norm for slip resistance. MACtac
PERMAfun Crystal Gloss is a clear cast PVC overlaminating film coated with
permanent acrylic adhesive. Its glossy finish and light refracting additives
makes it ideal when glamour and luxury effects are needed e.g. on P.O.S.
displays of luxury products, on car body parts and on shop windows for
Christmas graphics. It gives a unique sparkling effect to digitally printed
graphics and astonishing new nuances to the MACal 9800 Pro plain dark
colours. MACtac PERMAfun Crystal Gloss offers a 5 year outdoor durability and
is recommended on flat to slightly curved surfaces. It can be computer cut
with ease. MACtac StreetRap and MACtac PERMAfun Crystal Gloss are available
from MACtac authorized distributors.
More
information: www.mactacdigital.com
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20) POLI-TAPE is expanding its Textile Graphics product range
Meeting the rapidly growing demand
of the digital printing market, POLI-TAPE Klebefolien GmbH offers the
following new printable films: POLI-FLEX PRINTABLE 4655 is a heat-sealable,
printable Polyurethane-film (transparent) suitable for white textiles.
POLI-FLEX 4020 is a heat-sealable, printable PVC-film (white) suitable for
bright and dark textiles. In order to meet the growing demand for a
sublimation-resistant transfer film POLI-FLEX BLOCKOUT WHITE 4501 has been
developed. POLI-FLOCK is a high-quality heat transfer rayon flock and is
available in 19 colours. SUBLI-FLOCK 5901 is a heat-sealable Polyesterflock
(white) with excellent results with dye-sublimation transfer-printing. To
assimilate all these products POLI-TAPE Klebefolien GmbH also offers a
variety of thermal transfer presses, suitable for textile transfer on
T-shirts, bags, caps, cups, umbrellas and many more. The new products of
POLI-TAPE Klebefolien GmbH are available at spezialised wholetraders. viscom Italia: Hall 3, booth E 30
More
information: www.politape.de
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21) Junkers & Müllers: True-to-Life Art Reproductions
 Junkers
& Müllers manufactures canvases for art
reproductions that can be printed with water-based, solvent and UV inks. The
combination of Mediatex canvas and relevant technology makes true-to-life art
reproduction a reality. The material is made of 100% natural fibres and was
developed after intense discussions with artists to establish their
particular requirements. All Mediatex canvases are certified in accordance
with the M1, B1 or IMO standards. The new material is being presented at
viscom in Frankfurt against the
background of a specialist exhibition on “Industrial Inkjet meets Material”.
Here, the textiles manufacturer presents, among others, a reproduction of a
portrait of Johann Lamberts, Lord Mayor of Mönchengladbach from 1800 to 1808.
The original oil-on-canvas painting hangs in Mönchengladbach’s town hall in
the Gallery of Mayors and Lord Mayors. Castle Rheydt in Mönchengladbach
currently hosts an exhibition focusing on the history of the town’s textile industry.
A portrait gallery representing important personalities from the town’s
history forms part of this exhibition. However, as this is a permanent show
it is not feasible to make the original paintings available and instead it
was decided by the organisers to use high quality reproductions. The museum’s
director Dr. Wilhelm Stratmann is delighted with the quality of the output: ”There is only one original among the eight
reproductions. Visitors wouldn’t see the difference if they were not
specifically advised of it. The quality of the reproductions is so good that
it is hard to believe it’s a print.” Original paintings have to be scanned in
with the aid of a specialist 3D-scanner, before being printed on Mediatex and
finished with a surface varnish.
viscom
frankfurt: Hall 3.0, booth F 52
More infomation: www.jm-techtex.com
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22) 3P fabrics attracted great attention at Sign Africa 2008
Falcon,
3P InkJet Textiles' sales partner in South Africa designed his booth with
different kinds of colorful advertising signage to demonstrate the field of
possible applications. 95% of all stand prints were on 3P fabrics, more than
80 qm textile prints in total. "We picked consciously colorful images
for our banners to get an overview of 3P's quality spectrum and the results
were awesome – almost dye sub quality", said Falcon Sales and Marketing
Director Eddie Suriah. "Most customers could not believe that solvent
printed textiles could look as vibrant as they did – superb!"
Particularly with regard to the 2010 Football World Cup the outdoor fabrics
TruColor Flag, TruColor Banner gloss FR and TruColor heavy Banner were in
focus of the visitors. The fabrics, available up to 122 inches, are very
robust and resistant. The flame retardant TruColor Banner gloss FR, which
meets the German requirements according to DIN 4102 B1, is suitable for
lawful indoor advertising in public buildings as well. 3P InkJet Textiles
Corp. developed the TruColor line with the aim to optimize printing results
with solvent, eco-solvent and UV-curable printers. The special coating
technology ensures stunning prints with maximum ease-of-use.
More
information: www.3p-inktextiles.com
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23) Madico focuses attention on Armani with Lumisty
View Control Film
Thanks to the innovative
attributes delivered by its glazing enhancement films, Madico Graphic Films
was recently called upon by BAF Graphics Ltd, to supply Lumisty view control
film for a promotional campaign at the UK stores of global fashion company,
Armani Exchange. Armani Exchange chose to use Madico’s versatile Lumisty
window film because of its ability to control what can and cannot be seen by
changing from translucent to transparent depending on the viewing angle. In
this case, the requirement was to create the maximum attention among passing
shoppers by using Lumisty as a window screen, thereby drawing attention to a
retail display in which live models were wearing the latest Armani Exchange
underwear collection. The recent one day promotion took place at the
company’s UK high-street retail outlets in Birmingham, Liverpool, London and
Manchester, and saw BAF Graphics Ltd supply and install the Lumisty view
control film on behalf of Armani Exchange’s franchisee partner, Club 21.
More
information: www.madico.co.uk
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24) FESPA Digital 2009 bookings already match total for 2008 event
With more
than seven months to go until FESPA Digital Printing Europe 2009 (12th to
14th May, Amsterdam RAI), exhibitor bookings for FESPA’s
third European Digital event already match the total for the 2008 Digital
event in Geneva, with many exhibitors significantly increasing their stand
space. The challenging economic climate is not reflected in exhibitor demand,
which has far exceeded expectations, with over 12,200qm space already booked
at the RAI. Enquiry levels are buoyant and FESPA is looking to further
increase the exhibition space to accommodate strong demand. FESPA is busily
planning an exciting and comprehensive programme of
knowledge-sharing activities and show highlights. The show will include a
first-rate conference and Showcase Theatre programme,
designed to inspire visitors and provide them with valuable business advice,
helping them stay ahead of the competition. FESPA will also run its second
Digital Textile Conference, following the resounding success of the 2008
Digital Textile Conference in Geneva. The FESPA Digital Print Awards
will also be running for the third year in a row, recognising
outstanding examples of innovation in digital wide-format printing across a
broad spectrum of real-life applications. Entries can be submitted online via
the dedicated FESPA Digital Print Awards web site www.fespadpa.com, or
through the link on the FESPA web site at www.fespa.com.
More infomation: www.fespadigital.com
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25) photokina 2008: New Dimensions in Image Communication
 After
six very successful days, the 30th photokina concluded in Cologne on
September 28. The international photo and imaging industry put on an amazing
show in Cologne, as
1,523 companies from 49 countries presented a huge range of product
innovations, thrilling the numerous specialist trade visitors and consumers
in attendance. As Koelnmesse Executive Vice President Oliver P. Kuhrt stated,
photokina thus "reconfirmed its position as the undisputed number one
global trade fair for the entire imaging industry. This result was largely
due to the tremendous innovation potential displayed by the fair, as
photokina showcased not only the latest products but also the technologies
and trends that will have a major impact on the market in the coming
years." The fair generated a great deal of interest among international
trade visitors and professional users from around the world, all of whom came
to Cologne to learn more about the imaging technologies of tomorrow and new
strategic approaches to the business. With 66 percent of the exhibitors
coming from abroad and a larger number of participating countries (2006: 46
nations), the international nature of the fair was also once again enhanced.
If visitor estimates for the final day are included, the imaging sector's
leading technology and trend show attracted more than 169,000 people to Cologne. The
next photokina Cologne will
take place from Tuesday, September 28 to Sunday, October 3, 2010.
More information: www.photokina-cologne.com
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1) INTERGEO 2008: Over 15,000 geo-specialists visit INTERGEO
For three
days, the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen became the focal point of the international
geo community. Over 15,000 experts from all five continents attended the
world's biggest congress trade fair for geodesy, geoinformation and land
management at the Bremen Exhibition Centre. A total of 24,000 square metres
of exhibition space was taken up by around 500 companies who dazzled visitors
with the quality and range of their products and technologies. 75 percent of
visitors who attended the event with the intention of making a purchase had
deliberately waited until INTERGEO before deciding where to place their
investment. "Having boosted the number of visitors attending from
outside Germany to around 20 percent and the number of non-German exhibitors
to almost 30 percent, we have succeeded in further increasing the
international appeal of the event after Leipzig in 2007," explains Olaf
Freier, Project Manager of INTERGEO and CEO of HINTE GmbH, which is
responsible for organising the trade fair. INTERGEO 2009 will be taking place
from 22 - 24 September in Karlsruhe.
More
information: www.intergeo.de
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2) HumanEyes announces worldwide sales cooperation with Océ
HumanEyes
Technologies announces a cooperation in which Océ will promote HumanEyes
lenticular workflow solutions with its Océ Arizona 250 GT and newly released
Océ Arizona 350 GT UV flatbed inkjet printers worldwide. The move will answer
growing demand for turnkey specialty digital printing solutions around the
globe. HumanEyes and Océ will showcase the new Producer3D solution with Océ
Arizona 250 GT and Océ Arizona 350 GT printers at the Océ exhibit Graph Expo 08 (booth #2400) in Chicago, IL, this month.
More
information: www.humaneyes.com or www.oce.com
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3) Xaar: Global ink partnership with Aqua Tint
Xaar is
pleased to announce that Aqua Tint, a leading South Asian ink manufacturer,
has been appointed an official 'Xaar Approved Ink Partner'. The partnership
is the result of close cooperation between the two companies over the past
two years which has resulted in two Aqua Tint solvent inks (Standard and
Super Saver) being approved for use with Xaar 128 printheads. Aqua Tint has
built a strong reputation as a supplier of consistent quality solvent inkjet
inks and are a valued contributor to Xaar's growing portfolio of approved
inks, reinforcing Xaar's open ink policy. Based in Mumbai and Vadodara, India
and the US, the company uses quality raw materials and manufactures its range
of inks under very strict quality parameters. Pigment particle size is milled
to accurate sub micron levels to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, stability
and quality. As a seal of its endorsement, Xaar-approved Aqua Tint inks also
carry Xaar's tamper evident hologram to identify that they are genuine
Xaar-approved inks. The Xaar hologram differentiates Aqua Tint ink from
non-approved inks.
More
information: www.xaar.com and www.aquatintinks.com
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4) Charterhouse expands further into Europe
Charterhouse
is to broaden its European operation with a new office in Zurich,
Switzerland. The expansion follows the company's recent contract win with
Renault Switzerland. With offices already established in Amsterdam, Brussels,
Stockholm and Warsaw, the Zurich operation will further strengthen the
company's presence in Europe. Anthony Hawkins, Charterhouse board director,
comments: "Our office in Zurich will enable us to support Renault and
several other new clients in the region with the high level of support and
responsiveness we are known for. These latest contract wins reinforce our
belief that European companies are looking for a fresh and innovative print
management solution – a solution that Charterhouse is able to offer very
successfully." Charterhouse is a UK Print Management Company, offering
tailored solutions to companies who want to benefit from cost reduction,
improved process and more effective communications. Charterhouse specialises
in producing the full spectrum of marketing print, data management and
fulfillment.
More
information: www.charterhouse.tv
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5) POLI-TAPE Klebefolien GmbH undertakes
further investments
After the
relocation of the entire manufacturing and administration offices in 2002
into a newly constructed building, now once again it has become necessary to
enlarge the company building. Due to the dynamic progression and the
increasing challenges of the departments “product-development” and
“distribution”, the premises urgently need to be enlarged. Several offices
and another laboratory for the increasing personnel are to be built. The
construction of the new building will be completed by the end of March 2009.
Poli-Tape Klebefolien GmbH is not only investing in the advancement of its
product range but in establishing new jobs as well. The sales department
structure will also undertake some changes. Since August 2008, Gerrit Rauch
is Business-Unit-Manager “Sign & Digital”. The business economist has
been working for Neschen AG in Bückeburg for the last 20 years. Judith Lenz
is another new employee who joined the team in September 2008. She has long
term experience and good business contacts.
More
information: www.politape.de
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