Consumables

I swear by my: Tullis Russell Trucard Ice

We use this substrate when printing report covers, cards and mailers. We print most of our work using stochastic screen, which gives an excellent level of detail and more photographic results.

Xerox solid ink capacity to rocket with US plant

Xerox has increased the production of its latest generation of solid ink tenfold after opening an 11.7m ($24m) manufacturing plant in the US.

CEPI organises final workshop on Reach regulation readiness

The Confederation of European Paper Industries is planning a new workshop on implementing the Reach regulations, which replace more than 40 existing directives and regulations on the use of chemicals...

Star product: EcoXtreme LT

Roland DG has launched what it describes as a low-cost high-quality ink that it claims offers outstanding colour density, a wide gamut and rugged durability for a variety of applications.

I swear by my: Howard Smith Consort

Quality was the overriding theme when producing Volt magazine as it features the latest couture fashion from Europes leading photographers.

Metallics in the waste stream

Clinic topics this month: Kevin Purdy on environmentally sound ink; Paul Sherfield on ISO and Fogra standards; and Karen Charlesworth on short-run bookbinding

Star product: PressMax Founts

Fujifilms PressMax Founts are part of the firms family of PressMax pressroom chemistry and press care range of founts, washes and auxiliary products. They aim to improve both press performance and...

I swear by my... Westland rollers

Following the installation of two new M600 Goss web presses earlier this year, we are now re-equipping the machines with Westland press rollers.

PaperCo unveils secure procurement service

PaperCo has launched a new procurement service, Paper-Plus, designed to help printers deal directly with their primary suppliers without financial headaches.

Ethical awards winner named

Eco entrepreneur BioRegional MiniMills, which uses straw to make paper, has won invention of the year at the Observer Ethical Awards.