Companies & suppliers

Mimaki launches substrate certification scheme for LX400
Mimaki Europe has launched a media certification programme for its JV400LX printer and latex inks.

Kodak Photo Tex launched in the UK by Colourgen
Colourgen has launched Photo Tex, a Kodak-branded repositionable self-adhesive printable fabric suitable for water-based printers.

Metallic Effects added to Scodix portfolio
Scodix has added a metallic effect to the range of finishes offered by its Sense machines, and also enlarged the format of its biggest machine the S75.

Pro Copy streamlines its service with Optimus MIS
Pro Copy, a Chichester-based digital print business, has reported a substantial improvement in the manageability of its services thanks to its installation of the Optimus Dash MIS system.

KBA acquires Flexotecnica
KBA has acquired Italian flexo press manufacturer Flexotecnica for a "high single-digit million euro" sum in a bid to expand its portfolio in the growing print market for flexible packaging.

Spandex adds four new Avery SWF textured films
Spandex has added four textured films from the Avery Supreme Wrapping Film (SWF) range to its portfolio.

Metsa reneges on price promise
Metsa Board has gone against parent company Metsa Group's pledge to buck the recent trend of raising prices by announcing an intention to increase its uncoated woodfree paper prices in the next few...

Agfa wins patent case over Xingraphics
Agfa Gevaert has prevailed in its patent infringement lawsuit in the Netherlands against Chinese plate manufacturer Chengdu Xingraphics Co.

Truffula Sustainability Guidance launched by former RHG environmental manager
Tim Barker, a former environmental manager of Robert Horne Group (RHG) and sustainability specialist at Paperlinx, has launched his own consultancy.

IDT teams with 3DSS to develop 1-up mobile phone printer
Two firms specialising in 3D dye sublimation technology have teamed up to develop an entry-level system for personalising objects such as mobile phone cases.