Paper and print needs a unified group to represent its needs on a global scale
The most recent Two Tomorrows roundtable discussion focused on sustainability in the paper, print and publishing industries. The event, titled ‘Understanding the key risks in the fibre supply chain’, attracted delegates from paper manufacturers, paper buyers, merchants, printers, certification bodies, trade associations and NGOs. There was a wide recognition of the contribution that major paper […]
Komori hosts sustainable packaging conference
Rolling Meadows, IL – More than 40 commercial print companies were represented at the recent “411 on Sustainable Packaging” Conference held by Komori America Corporation, a premier manufacturer of sheetfed and web offset printing presses. The event took place on May 5th and 6th in Chicago at the Schaumburg Marriott and Komori’s North American Headquarters. […]
WEBINAR 5/18 – Direct Mail Dynamics
When: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time (11:00 a.m. – Noon Pacific) Where: Anywhere – all you need is an Internet connection. If you’ve been stuck on direct mail autopilot, take back the creative controls with PaperSpecs’ next FREE Webinar, “Direct Mail Dynamics.” It’s sure to ignite the creative fire […]
Stora Enso expands its selection of biodegradable packaging boards
Stora Enso is meeting the growing demand for biodegradable packaging solutions by expanding its selection of biopolymer-coated packaging boards. Biodegradable coating options are available for a number of the company’s board grades for use in cups, plates, trays and folding cartons. The paper cups used at the Finnish Pavillion at the current World Expo in […]
MIT Unveils First Solar Cells Printed on Paper
What if you could simply staple solar panels to your house rather than hiring a professional installation team? That’s not as far-fetched as it sounds — MIT researchers have figured out a way to print thin film solar cells on paper using a process that resembles a standard inkjet printer. If they’re able to gear efficiencies up to […]
Sheetfed waste: Get everyone involved
Sheetfed waste has been a big issue lately. Lets look at overall plant waste and then sheetfed waste. There are good figures available on spoilage but not on waste for a plant. The usual approach, and not a bad one, is to look at waste in each area of the plant. The first step would […]
Label Forum Japan to showcase international developments
A major label conference in Tokyo, Japan, will address the rapidly changing trends in this key global market, which accounts for one third of the labels consumed in the Asia-Pacific region. Label Forum Japan takes place at the Bellesalle Shiodome Tokyo between 22-23 July 2010. Japan today is a major user of high quality, gravure-printed […]
Free Webinar: Direct Mail Dynamics
May 18, 2010 2:00 p.m. Eastern (11:00 a.m. Pacific) Take back the creative controls with PaperSpecs’ next FREE Webinar – Direct Mail Dynamics! Chief Folding Fanatic Trish Witkowski of foldfactory.com will present a power-packed hour of folding inspiration and direct mail tips. She’ll show you how to map out your own successful plan with fresh […]
Label Summit Latin America begins next week
Label Summit Latin America, taking place next week on May 11-12 in the Hilton Mexico City Reforma hotel, has lined up a wide variety of industry experts to present to delegates during the conference. Industry experts from Latin America, North America and Europe will represent some of the world’s leading label converters, end users, technology […]
The All New Print Production Handbook by David Bann
Every aspect of print production is covered in this informative, insightful and revealing book. From traditional printing and binding techniques to the next generation of print and production skills, nothing is left out. Each stage of the creative process is explained within the book in clear, concise text that goes alongside detailed color diagrams. The […]
Multichannel Marketing Links Consumers Experiences
An online survey conducted by ATG, shows that consumers are using multiple channels to research, shop and purchase, and catalogs area strong driver to the web. Nearly one-third of consumers say they rely on more than three of different channels (online, in-store, print catalogs, mobile devices, customer service reps) from the time they start researching […]
Print & Paper comprises only 1.1% of the Worlds Greenhouse Gas Emissions
With so much publicity concerning the environmental impact of print and paper it is surprising how small a part the industry plays in worldwide emissions. Whilst responsible production and consumption should be the way forward for all those in the Graphic Communications Value Chain, we should be aware that our industry is low down on […]
