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EFKA launches new webshop
A new webshop has been launched by EKFA Frame Solutions to offer numerous advantages to customers. This new platform, seamlessly integrated into the website and accessible on all devices, provides unique…
Avery Dennison opens AD Northern Wrap Center
Avery Dennison has launched the AD Northern Wrap Center in Nelson, near Burnley. Located in the premises of Wrapped UK, the AD Northern Wrap Center will deliver Mactac and Avery…
The Sussex Sign Company embraces sustainability
In a move towards sustainability, The Sussex Sign Company has installed 57 solar panels on the roof of its Portslade facility. By tapping into the power of solar energy, the company…

Webinar to showcase seasonal signage opportunities for HP Latex tech
On Wednesday, October 9, HP will host a webinar showcasing how HP Latex technology can help print service providers access a whole host of opportunities within the seasonal signage market. The ‘Welcome…
Soyang Europe secures exclusive UK distribution partnership with Baiken
Soyang Europe has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor for Hangzhou Baiken Sign Materials. Based in the Zhejiang Province of China, Baiken is a leading producer of soft signage solutions…
New senior service and installations engineer appointed at CMYUK
CMYUK has appointed Tom Gent as a senior service and installations engineer. Mr Gent will be primarily working with the JWEI JCUT digital cutting tables and EFI industrial printing technology, as…

EcoVadis awards Epson a Platinum rating for sustainability
Epson has earned a platinum rating for sustainability from EcoVadis in recognition of the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards across environmental practices, labour and human rights, ethics, and…
Corimpress appointed exclusive Drytac distributor for Brazil
Drytac has appointed graphics specialist Corimpress as its exclusive distributor for Brazil. Based in Não Me Toque in the State of Rio Grande Do Sul, Corimpress offers a range of solutions to…
OneVision software helps Showdown Displays to automate production process
Showdown Displays Europe has started to automate its production processes with the help of OneVision software – with time savings of up to 90%. Until recently, many parts of Showdown’s production…

Printers urged to welcome young talent ahead of International Print Day
The Young People in Print team is urging printers to throw open their doors to young talent ahead of International Print Day on October 23. Paul Stead, sales at ASL Group…
Fujifilm’s Broadstairs ink manufacturing site receives Valpak Zero to Landfill certification
Valpak has awarded Fujifilm's Broadstairs ink manufacturing facility with its Zero to Landfill certification. The factory manufactures high performance inks for a range of markets, including Uvijet wide format UV inkjet…
Roland DG and BWT Alpine F1 team join forces to find Europe’s next best car wrapper
Roland DG has entered into a unique collaboration with its long-standing technology partner BWT Alpine F1 Team in the search for Europe's next best car wrapper. This first-of-its-kind workshop will take place…

Fastsigns UK celebrates period of growth
The first six months of 2024 saw Fastsigns UK open two new centres and five new appointments. Fastsigns Tunbridge Wells opened in March, followed in quick succession by the brand's second…
The Printing Charity appoints first director of services
Peter Ashcroft has joined The Printing Charity in the newly created position of director of services. The introduction of this role means that for the first time all the charity’s welfare…
Four new printers unveiled by Mimaki
Mimaki Europe has introduced four new printers for sign graphic, industrial and textile applications. These include the CJV200 Series, a range of roll-to-roll print and cut eco-solvent machines, the TS330-3200DS, a hybrid direct…

swissQprint sells 2,000th machine
An American adtech company has purchased swissQprint's 2,000th printer. Kilian Hintermann, CEO, said: “We have sold our 2,000th printer, a significant milestone in swissQprint’s 17-year history." The Nyala printer is going to America…
Zund UK to host showcase event
On October 2, Zünd, swissQprint, Antalis and Compass Business Finance will join forces to demonstrate profitable sales growth strategies for those in the digital printing and signage sectors. This one-day event will…
Sign industry experts create new podcast
A new podcast has been set up by three sign industry veterans to discuss the various goings on within the sign industry. With the first episode having aired on August 2…