Consumables
Research warns printers over illegal use of chemicals under Reach legislation
Smaller print and packaging companies have not understood that the EU's Registration, Evaluation & Authorisation of Chemicals (Reach) legislation is applicable to them, according to...
Consumables with a conscience - a guide to environmentally friendly inks
While everyone may agree that environmentally friendly inks are the way forward, there is less consensus over exactly what these inks are, finds Philip Chadwick
Hexis launches wall film alternative to banners
Hexis has launched a printable cast vinyl film that can be applied directly to brick, concrete or plaster walls to provide an alternative to banners and framed prints.
Xingraphics claims 'victory' in Agfa patent case
Chinese plate manufacturer Chengdu Xingraphics Co has claimed "victory" in a landmark patent infringement lawsuit brought by Agfa Gevaert in The Hague District Court.
Colorific launches bio solvent ink for Epson head-based printers
Colorific has launched a bio solvent ink that uses food-grade solvents that are classed as non-flammable, non-toxic and non-hazardous, and don't need fume extraction.
Danwood seals 'landmark' Xerox tie-up
Independent digital equipment supplier Danwood has signed a "landmark" deal to add the entire Xerox range of products to its arsenal.
Digital goes heavy metal
Despite the advances in digital print technology, metallic effects have proved difficult to reproduce. However, thanks to some clever inks, that may not be the case for much longer, says Barney Cox
Spandex launches new PVC-free ImagePerfect media
Spandex has unveiled the latest additions to its ImagePerfect range of media with a new range of green materials 100% free of PVC.
Howard Smith Paper Group and The Paper Co consolidate back office operations
Howard Smith Paper Group and The Paper Co are to consolidate a number of back end operations to increase efficiencies within the PaperLinX businesses.
Lettershop Group picked as UK beta site for Kodak's Stream printhead
The Lettershop Group has been revealed as the UK beta test site for Kodak's Stream printhead technology.