Feb 13, 2026, 17:44 by Gary Jones

The printing industry has extended its improvement in safety, with injury and illness rates for 2024 showing another decrease. According to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of reported workplace injuries and illnesses in printing operations dropped by 500 incidents from 2023 to 2024, marking an 8.5% decrease.

Feb 12, 2026, 18:48 by Carly O'Neill

Toyo Ink India Pvt. Ltd., a member of Japan’s artience Group, today announced the inauguration of artience Technology and Innovation Centre – India (aTIC-India) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.

Feb 12, 2026, 17:10 by Carly O'Neill

The following Member Spotlight is a Q&A and video interview with Paulina Madrigal, vice president of Operations at Hightech Grafix.

Feb 12, 2026, 16:32 by Carly O'Neill

TECHKON USA announced a breakthrough innovation in color management. SmartAnilox builds upon traditional density adjustment recommendations such as InkCheck or BestMatch and predicts how changing the anilox roll will affect the deltaE of every color in a job.

Feb 12, 2026, 16:27 by Carly O'Neill

Direct Marketing Solutions (DMS), a nationally recognized provider of integrated direct marketing services, announced the acquisition of Johnson & Quin, a respected, family-owned direct marketing firm with a 150-year operating history.

Feb 12, 2026, 16:23 by Carly O'Neill

Scodix, the global leader in digital print embellishment, announces the extension of its long-term strategic partnership with Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG). Under the expanded agreement, HEIDELBERG Italy will lead the distribution of the Scodix’s Ultra Series presses.

Feb 12, 2026, 16:00 by Carly O'Neill

PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announced the official launch of its online AI Readiness Benchmark which provides a high-level view of how prepared an organization is to apply AI in real print and packaging workflows.

Feb 11, 2026, 18:34 by Irene Tonson

Calling all innovators! The Pinnacle Awards, the printing industry’s most respected recognition for breakthrough technology, products, and solutions, are now open for entries!

Feb 11, 2026, 15:53 by Carly O'Neill

Spartech, a leading manufacturer of engineered thermoplastics and specialty materials, announced the appointment of Kevin Duffy as Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing reporting directly to Andy Filson, Chief Executive Officer.

Feb 9, 2026, 17:51 by Sara Osorio

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation is expanding across the U.S., and textiles are increasingly being discussed as the next major product category for EPR policy action. While most enacted EPR programs today focus on packaging, electronics, batteries, paint, and other consumer goods, textile waste is drawing growing attention due to landfill impacts, limited recycling infrastructure, and rising public pressure for circularity.

Feb 5, 2026, 18:31 by Sara Osorio

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation is expanding across the U.S., with seven states now having passed packaging EPR laws and each currently in a different phase of implementation. While program details and covered products (e.g., packaging or printed paper) vary by state, the overall impact is consistent: EPR is increasing the focus on packaging design, material performance, and data reporting requirements across the supply chain.

Feb 5, 2026, 15:00 by Carly O'Neill

PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, is proud to announce that the 2026 Pinnacle Awards program is now open for submissions through April 10, 2026.

Feb 5, 2026, 14:29 by Carly O'Neill

The Millcraft Paper Company announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Steen-Macek Paper, a family-owned, independent paper merchant headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The transaction is expected to close on February 28, 2026.

Feb 4, 2026, 23:02 by Irene Tonson

Shipping & Receiving Clerks manage inventory, track incoming and outgoing materials, prepare reports, answer order inquiries, and support warehouse and logistics teams.

Feb 4, 2026, 22:52 by Irene Tonson

Materials Handlers operate forklifts and other powered equipment to move, load, and stack materials safely around people, equipment, and tight production spaces.

Feb 4, 2026, 22:40 by Irene Tonson

Fulfillment Team Members pick materials, prepare and pack orders for shipment, and work with teammates and logistics to meet customer delivery deadlines.

Feb 4, 2026, 22:28 by Irene Tonson

The Fulfillment Clerk works with warehouse staff to complete job orders. This includes locating materials, packaging the materials alone or as a team, preparing shipping documents and recording all shipments using technology designed for this purpose.

Feb 4, 2026, 21:09 by Irene Tonson

Mail Machine Operators prepare and run inserter and banding machines, follow job specs, and maintain strict quality control to ensure high production standards.

Feb 4, 2026, 20:18 by Irene Tonson

Wide Format Operators run and maintain large-format presses, use print software, verify materials, ensure quality, follow safety standards, and collaborate with prepress and production teams.

Feb 4, 2026, 19:17 by Irene Tonson

Sheetfed Press Operators set up, run, and maintain presses, ensure correct materials and quality, follow safety standards, and collaborate with production teams to meet job specs.