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BETHLEHEM, PA—Two new DTF capable conveyor dryers from Vastex protect shop personnel from ethylene glycol, a toxic synthetic fluid emitted by DTF adhesives as a vapor during the curing process, it was announced by Mark Vasilantone, president. Engineered specifically for DTF curing, in which adhesives off-gas large volumes of glycol, the new dryers draw filtered makeup air through the top-center of the heating chamber, and through its double-wall top and sides, serving to cool the outer skin and chamber edges for operator safety.

Mex, Switzerland, 23rd January 2025: The upgrades to the die-cutter are designed to help converters save set up time and resources by optimizing machine tooling and increasing sheet register capabilities. These include the new ACCUPLATEN machine platen and ZERO PATCHING plate, which minimize or compensate platen deformation, as well as POWER REGISTER Plus, which reduces sheet waste by introducing a new register mark registration system.

Minneapolis, MN – January 22, 2025 – Meyers, a leader in sustainable packaging and printing solutions, is proud to announce the integration of the PrintReleaf program into its comprehensive sustainability offerings. This initiative enables clients to actively reduce their environmental impact by directly supporting global reforestation projects, aligning with Meyers’ mission to deliver innovative, eco-friendly solutions. As part of Meyers’ commitment to sustainability and customer success, the program is offered at no cost to clients, providing an accessible and impactful way for brands to advance their corporate sustainability goals.

MELVILLE, N.Y., - January 22, 2025 — Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc. announced that it has developed a CMOS sensor with 410 megapixels (24,592 x 16,704 pixels), which is the largest number1 of pixels ever achieved in a 35mm full-frame sensor. It will be available in both RGB and monochrome versions. This sensor is expected to be used in applications that demand extreme resolution in various markets including surveillance, medicine, and industrial imaging.

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) worked with the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) to produce printed materials for the 60th Presidential Inauguration. GPO teammates designed, produced, and procured materials over the course of the last year to support the JCCIC. GPO’s role with Inaugurations dates to at least 1913.