Jun 29, 2022, 19:36 by Irene Tonson

We find ourselves in the midst of a rise in e-commerce, accelerated by the COVID pandemic and demands for smaller orders with more customization. Printers are successfully pivoting across all the garment embellishment technologies to meet their customers’ needs and expectations.

Jun 29, 2022, 18:47 by Irene Tonson

Embracing automation is key for print businesses looking to remain competitive, boost productivity, future-proof the company, and of course to ultimately provide outstanding service to customers. However, implementing automated processes in a commercial print shop is not the same as in some standardized manufacturing environments in terms of vertical markets, customer requirements, job types, shop floor setups, and myriad other variables.

Jun 29, 2022, 17:05 by Irene Tonson

Demand for packaged goods bullied the global label and flexible packaging markets during the pandemic, and continued demand is expected to drive further opportunities in these lucrative markets.

Jun 29, 2022, 14:30 by Irene Tonson

Today’s supply chain: it’s a complex problem composed of numerous factors, and with no easy answers or reliable end points. Like the COVID-19 pandemic that brought it on, the root cause of supply chain disruption has seen multiple “variants:” additional causes that arise as the proceeding one abates. When will it truly end? Well, that depends.

Jun 29, 2022, 04:00 by Irene Tonson

Jun 29, 2022, 04:00 by User Not Found

Primary Color invested in adding LithoFlash to their sheetfed offset press, allowing it to reduce its makeready waste.

Jun 28, 2022, 21:16 by Irene Tonson

Direct-to-film (DTF) heat transfer is a new technology that allows users to print designs onto special clear polyester films using digital water-based inks and a powder adhesive coating, which requires curing. After curing, you can then heat press the transfer design directly onto your garment.

Jun 28, 2022, 04:00 by Amanda Kliegl

Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) has today announced that Global Imaging Inc., the premier U.S. distributor for wide format equipment and supplies headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, has become an authorized distributor of its market-leading range of digital finishing solutions for North America.

Jun 23, 2022, 20:27 by Amanda Kliegl

HP Inc. today announced its commitment to PRINTING United 2022 as a title sponsor of the event, along with its plans to build its own elaborate show hall encompassing 21,000 sq. ft. at the Expo - over three times the size of any previous HP booth space.

Jun 23, 2022, 14:26 by Adriane Harrison

In this article, Adriane Harrison, Vice President of Human Relations Consulting, discusses the value of mentoring. The Women's Print Mentoring Network, administered by PRINTING United Alliance, is a place for women in the printing industry to connect and grow professionally.

Jun 22, 2022, 20:28 by Amanda Kliegl

swissQprint presents a new total solution for UV flatbed printing on glass, comprising the glass option and an adhesion-optimised ink set

Jun 20, 2022, 14:52 by Stephanie Buka

Importers of products impacted by the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) are bracing for what could be confusion at best or chaos at worst as the law takes effect on June 21. The law targets goods produced in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China (XUAR), an area known for dismal human rights, including forced labor.

Jun 20, 2022, 04:00 by Amanda Kliegl

Infinity Images, a graphics producer out of Portland, Oregon, sets high expectations for themselves, aiming to be the best in the industry when it comes to printed graphics and custom fabrication. To accomplish this, Infinity has needed to grow, adapt and be as innovative as possible to stay ahead of the curve. When they were ready to add another press to their shop, they once again turned to Durst, and purchased a P5 350.

Jun 17, 2022, 17:58 by Stephanie Buka

On June 16, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, a bill intended to alleviate supply chain burdens at the nation’s ports. The new law is the first major update of the Act since 1998. The modernization provisions of the Act focus on requiring ocean carriers to adhere to minimum service standards that reflect best practices in the global shipping industry.

Jun 17, 2022, 04:00 by Amanda Kliegl

Geneva Capital has been named a top workplace in Minnesota, according to the Star Tribune.

Jun 16, 2022, 20:03 by Amanda Kliegl

PRINTING United User Experience (PRINTING United UX), a comprehensive, white glove event experience powered by PRINTING United Expo, today announced that SCREEN Americas has joined the meeting venue being held just prior to PRINTING United in Las Vegas. PRINTING United Expo takes place October 19-21, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center where the industry will reunite for the first time collectively across all segments together under one roof. PRINTING United UX was created to provide a customized setting for any sized industry OEM, group, and association, to reconnect and restart long-awaited conversations, training, business, and future planning.

Jun 15, 2022, 15:24 by Amanda Kliegl

Great Lakes Brewing Company in Cleveland has successfully defended their title and won the third annual Colored by INX Can Design Contest. Their entry for TropiCoastal Tropical IPA beer follows on the heels of last year’s victory with their design for another craft beer, Crushworthy Lo-Cal Citrus Wheat.

Jun 15, 2022, 13:37 by Amanda Kliegl

PrintIQ today announced a corporate rebrand that coincides with the latest product release. The major rebranding effort aligns with the significant transformation across the printing industry.

Jun 15, 2022, 04:00 by Irene Tonson

Jun 14, 2022, 20:28 by Amanda Kliegl

PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in the U.S., continues to work on behalf of printers and graphic arts professionals to stay informed of important legislation affecting the industry. On June 14, the House Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce held a hearing titled “Protecting America's Consumers: Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Data Privacy and Security” to review the newly proposed American Data Privacy and Protection Act.