Aug 6, 2024, 19:24 by Carly O'Neill

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (August 5, 2024) – Meyers, a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of the assets of Johnson Printing and Packaging Corporation (JPP). This strategic move underscores Meyers’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the folding cartons sector, a key component of our mission to deliver industry-leading, sustainable packaging solutions.

Aug 6, 2024, 13:02 by Carly O'Neill

Popular web-to-print enabler OnPrintShop has recently added a new achievement to its list. Winning the Pinnacle Technology Awards 2024, OnPrintShop has bagged a prestigious space with 18 other discerning firms.

Aug 6, 2024, 04:01 by Stephanie Buka

On July 9, the Education and Workforce Freedom Act (H.R. 8915) passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee by a vote of 23-13. The legislation would allow 529 college savings plans to be used for individuals obtaining credentials or licenses through career and technical education (CTE). Sponsored by Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK-01), the bill will now be considered by the full House, at a time yet to be determined.

Aug 2, 2024, 17:48 by Sara Osorio

On July 30, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued a fraud alert to warn of a phishing scam targeting businesses. The alert details that numerous companies have received fraudulent Notice of Violation Letters via mail or email, falsely accusing them of breaching environmental regulations such as the Clean Air Act.

Aug 2, 2024, 15:58 by Stephanie Buka

On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, members of the PRINTING United Alliance Board of Directors enjoyed a full day of meetings with federal policymakers in Washington, D.C. for a “Day on the Hill.” Facilitated by ACG Advocacy, the Alliance’s lobbying firm, the meetings were designed to establish and strengthen personal relationships with federal legislators and their staff. The event provided the opportunity to ensure that policymakers became educated about and understand the challenges and opportunities facing the printing industry.

Aug 1, 2024, 16:04 by Carly O'Neill

LYON, FRANCE – July 25, 2024 – Industry-leading color technology innovator Alwan Color Expertise has been chosen to receive the 2024 Pinnacle Technology Award for its Hydra® Spectral Prediction technology. The Award will be presented to Alwan founder and President Elie Khoury at PRINTING United Expo, being held September 10-12 in Las Vegas.

Aug 1, 2024, 15:44 by Carly O'Neill

Ramsey, NJ – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced the installation of its AccurioLabel 230 digital label press at LandmarkPrint in Stamford, Connecticut. LandmarkPrint is a leading provider of integrated digital print production services, promotional signage and displays to customers in the tri-state area. The company’s specialties include offset and digital production printing, large-format graphics and event signage as well as personalized direct mail and fulfillment services, all available through online ordering with national distribution.

Aug 1, 2024, 13:50 by Carly O'Neill

Aug 1, 2024, 12:55 by Carly O'Neill

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – July 31, 2024 – Epson today announced its newest on-demand color inkjet label printer – the ColorWorks® CW-C8000 – is now available through Epson’s authorized partners. Purpose-built for mid- to high-volume batch runs in on-demand environments, the 4-inch ColorWorks CW-C8000 is engineered for exceptional print quality, reliable performance and high-speed printing with advanced connectivity and cloud printing – allowing businesses to ‘Do Labels Differently™.

Jul 31, 2024, 14:06 by Carly O'Neill

(Ghent, Belgium) Hybrid Software, the innovative leader in 3D packaging design software, is excited to announce the release of iC3D Version 10. This newest version brings significant enhancements and essential fixes, reinforcing Hybrid’s commitment to providing industry-leading 3D solutions for packaging designers and manufacturers.

Jul 30, 2024, 14:00 by Carly O'Neill

Women in Print Alliance, a key advocate for women in the printing industry and part of PRINTING United Alliance, is excited to announce the launch of a new membership program designed to provide enhanced benefits and greater accessibility for women at all stages of their careers. The new program aims to foster a supportive community, offer professional development opportunities, and advocate for the advancement of women in printing and graphic arts. More information about the new program can be found at: https://womeninprintalliance.org/.

Jul 26, 2024, 16:17 by Adriane Harrison

On June 28, 2024, the United States Supreme Court issued a monumental decision in the Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (Loper) case that has overturned a forty-year-old approach of how many regulations were developed and enforced. The Court held that federal agencies were no longer granted wide discretion to interpret the laws that Congress passes and which the agencies are directed to enforce.

Jul 25, 2024, 14:31 by Carly O'Neill

WASHINGTON − U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Director Hugh Nathanial Halpern has named David (Dave) Spiers as Managing Director, Security and Intelligent Documents (SID). In this capacity, Spiers will lead the GPO business unit that designs, prints, personalizes, and delivers Secure Federal Credentials for many Government Agencies, which includes the U.S. passport for the U.S. Department of State. David (Dave) Ford previously led SID and will continue to support the business unit by managing SID budgets and finances.

Jul 25, 2024, 13:25 by Carly O'Neill

Ramsey, NJ – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced its participation in the Alzheimer's Association Ride to End ALZ Summer Classic, happening Saturday and Sunday, August 24 and 25. The charity bike ride raises funds for the fight to end Alzheimer's disease, and allows participants to ride anywhere, any distance, indoors or outdoors with no minimum fundraising requirement.

Jul 25, 2024, 13:18 by Carly O'Neill

Digital imaging leader Roland DGA has partnered with Vastex, a leading provider of DTF, DTG, and screen-printing equipment, to offer a complete, state-of-the-art direct-to-film printing solution at a discounted price.

Jul 25, 2024, 13:09 by Carly O'Neill

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Proforma, the $650 million technology and business success leader, recently concluded its largest event of the year, The Proforma Annual Convention and Family Reunion. Hosted at the vibrant Loews Hotel in Kansas City, Missouri, the event brought together an impressive gathering of nearly 600 Distributor Owners, Supplier Partners, Sales Professionals, and Support Center Team Members for an unforgettable week of activities, education, and collaboration.

Jul 24, 2024, 21:55 by Carly O'Neill

PrintFactory, a leading print software ecosystem provider, and GMG Americas, a premier distributor in the Americas, are excited to announce their joint sponsorship of the 2024 Wide Format Summit. This prestigious event will be held from July 29-31 at the Turnberry Resort & Spa in Miami, Florida.

Jul 24, 2024, 21:34 by Carly O'Neill

(Ghent, Belgium) Hybrid Software, an international software company specializing in label and packaging printing prepress, workflow, and 3D solutions, announces its participation in ‘Project Halo’, a unique consumer experience spearheaded by Diageo, the world leader in beverage alcohol across spirits and beer categories.

Jul 24, 2024, 21:07 by Carly O'Neill

July 22, 2024, Atlanta, GA— Racami introduces Alchem-e Batch, a system that helps print and mail companies counteract the rapid increase in USPS postage fees while also achieving the benefits of batch processing physical print production. This new product improves the way batching is set up and run, but also links to other parts of the process such as billing which can be complicated when batching multiple customers jobs into one.

Jul 24, 2024, 19:35 by Irene Tonson

Learn more about the latest efforts from our Government Affairs Team. They are here to provide critical information on federal and state regulatory and legislative decisions impacting the printing and packaging industry. They are also here to assist members with EHS regulatory compliance, sustainability, and EHS consulting.