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Virtual events aim to plug 'real' gap

Two virtual print industry events, both led by seasoned print expo pros, are aiming to partially plug the gap left by the rescheduling of Drupa, Fespa and a number of industry conferences.

Allum (left): "This particular option is a real game-changer not only for us, but for the flexo industry"

Abbey Labels in flexo first with MPS/AB combo

Abbey Labels has become the first company in the world to integrate an AB Graphic high-speed die-cutting module onto an MPS EFS 340 flexo press in a bid to increase efficiencies.

iX-series: first beta machine set for an EMEA customer

Canon unveils 'no compromise' sheetfed inkjet

Canon has launched a new generation of B3 sheetfed inkjet press which it claims offers a “no compromise” approach that will enable users to say “yes” to virtually all types of jobs, from commercial...

The 3DGD-1800 can produce objects up to 1.8m tall in seven hours

Mimaki introduces large-scale 3D printer

Mimaki has launched a new large-scale 3D printer targeted at 3D sign and display applications.

The Latex R1000 2020 edition boasts more efficient multi-sheet media loading and handling

HP enhances Latex R portfolio

HP has rolled out a raft of improvements across its Latex R series of hybrid printers to enable customers to benefit from higher productivity and efficiency.

Sun Chemical: surcharges will vary depending on product types

BCF warns on supplies, SunChem implements surcharge

Sun Chemical is increasing the price of solvent liquid inks due to the soaring cost of ethanol, while the British Coatings Federation has warned the government of potential issues with the production...

HP said its focus must be on "ensuring that we remain strong and resilient throughout this crisis"

HP tells shareholders now is not the time for M&A

HP has told its shareholders that "it’s abundantly clear" that now is not the time to partake in M&A activity, in light of its pursual by Xerox.

Fujifilm: drug originally created for influenza could be beneficial against Covid-19

Fujifilm shares soar on coronavirus hopes

Shares in Fujifilm rocketed by 15% this week after reports that an influenza medicine it makes also works against Covid-19. The Japanese group is also making a major investment in UK biotech.

Puts (right): "Our new facility has been designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible"

Canon opens European UVgel ink production facility

Canon has opened a new central production facility for its UVgel ink after production volumes doubled in the past year to keep up with demand.

Hundsdörfer: "Innovation will continue and Heidelberg is not turning away from digital printing"

Heidelberg to cut jobs and kit portfolio amid "painful changes"

Heidelberg has begun to implement a wide-ranging “action package” to restore profitability that will see up to 2,000 jobs lost and the end of production for Primefire and very large format (VLF)...