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Digitization of Packaging is a great opportunity at drupa, says Dr Sean Smyth – Analyst & Consultant with research group Smithers. Inkjet looms large across all applications but HP Indigo liquid toner is holding its own, as is dry toner at the lower end.

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Once one of the most successful 64" wide format signage printers, the OKI M64 and W64 (formerly Seiko ColourPainter) sill has a loyal following - here's where to find ink for them.

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With all the ASGA lawn bowls events in multiple states, it's easy to forget that there is still a vibrant golfing community in the industry! ASGA is pleased to announce upcoming 'Flog' days, the next being in NSW on 14th March.

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Visual Connections has finalised its Board for 2024, with the new-look leadership group gathering this week to formulate the supplier association’s strategy for the next five years. Board Members attended the strategy session retreat, which was convened to set the direction for the supplier association into the medium-term future, guided by its mandate to support a sustainable future for the sector.

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SCREEN Graphic Solutions Co., Ltd. has finalised the development of its new Truepress JET 560HDX roll-fed digital inkjet press. The system will join Screen GA’s lineup for the commercial printing, direct mail, and publishing printing markets.

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FESPA has confirmed the programme for its first Sportswear Pro conference, taking place on 21st March 2024, during the main Fespa event at RAI Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Delegates will learn about the latest developments in the burgeoning sports and active-wear manufacturing, as well as cutting-edge innovations used in on-demand, customised sportswear production.

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Roland DG Corporation, has announced that the VersaSTUDIO BY-20, launched on January 16th, 2024, has received a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2024 Pick Award from Keypoint Intelligence for Outstanding Desktop DTF Printer. It is the first desktop DTF (Direct-to-Film) printer to earn the esteemed award in Keypoint Intelligence’s inaugural DTF awards cycle.

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The Print, Graphics and Signage industry remains in shock and mystified by the voluntary administration of Starleaton and associated companies from 19^th January this year, at a time when most suppliers appear to be doing well, in a sector that is growing faster than any other in the graphic arts. Andy McCourt updates the situation.

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With an impressive line-up for the 'drupa cube,' the May-June expo has highlighted the most important trends in the printing industry, examining and evaluating them from different perspectives in an interdisciplinary manner. At drupa 2024, the cube will once again be the central discussion forum for print and packaging leaders.

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Australia and New Zealand’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, THE ICONIC, in partnership with First Nations Fashion + Design (FNFD), a national body for First Nations creatives, is proud to announce the launch of a new collection from three First Nations brands.

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With only six weeks to go before FESPA Global Print Expo opens its doors in Amsterdam, Swiss finishing manufacturer Zünd has announced its plans, under the theme 'making digital cutting pay off.' Zünd is exhibiting on stand D40 in Hall 1 of Fespa.

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Konica Minolta Australia and Konica Minolta New Zealand has strengthened its market position with Melissa Dempsey’s appointment to the role of chief marketing officer.

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In new research from the Ai Group, available as a free 48-page report, it finds most businesses feel positive about the transition to a 'clean economy' but many are only in the early stages of thinking about the skills and capabilities they might need to seize the opportunities.This is of particular interest to the Sign, Display and print-related sector.

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 It's a busy start to the week for ASGA with three announcements of important industry events. Entries for the 2024 Awards are now open, there is a free workshop on March 16th and a Melbourne social bowls gathering on February 16th.

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Chamton, based in Melbourne's Brunswick, is a leading distributor of art prints and framing industry mouldings, servicing these industries for 40 years, come 2025. By choosing the Mutoh ValueJet 1638UH hybrid printer from Total Image Supplies, Chamton has increased its offering capacity and also profits.

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Leading printhead manufacturer Xaar is enabling the production of advanced digital inks due to its Ultra High Viscosity Technology, according to global German-headquartered ink manufacturer, Marabu.

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Printing United, owner of Idealliance, has introduced G7+, with advanced calibration and verification algorithms for new technologies, preserving the familiar features and overall colour appearance as legacy G7, represented in Australia and New Zealand by David Crowther's Colour Graphic Services.

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City West Print & Office Supplies, established 19 years ago, has been sold by Peter Tabe to new Minuteman Press franchise owners Mehul Sanghvi and Sachin Desai, in a buy-and-rebrand deal. Minuteman Press in Adelaide continues to operate out of the same location: Unit 1, 282 Gouger Street, Adelaide,

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