Post-press

Polar appoints new MD
Polar Group has appointed Christoph Brünner to act as managing director together with Haiko Stüting.

Printed Easy reveals details of hardbound book service
Web-to-print specialist Printed Easy will launch its on-demand casebound book service on 27 August.

Mayfield Press boosts bottom line with laminator install
Mayfield Press has improved margins by bringing much of its lamination work back in-house, after installing a Foliant Taurus 530 NG laminator from Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS).

Horizon to show off ‘lights-out’ finishing at Japan Smart Factory event
Horizon has said it will take factory automation “to the next level” at its October Smart Factory event in Japan, showcasing fully automated ‘lights-out’ production.

UK Atomic Energy Authority powers up print with Ricoh upgrade
The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has powered up its print and finishing capabilities by installing a Ricoh Pro C7500 with online Plockmatic bookletmaker in spring 2024.

Solopress completes major investment round
Solopress has topped off a major £3m-plus litho and digital investment round with new digital embellishment capacity.

Printworks enhances finishing with Horizon folder buy
Printworks has taken on a Horizon AFC-564AKT folder to ensure its finishing remains fast and responsive.

Mekes experts say now is the perfect time to invest
Pre-owned equipment specialist Mekes Graphic Machinery has reported that following the success of Drupa, now is the perfect time to invest in state-of-the-art used equipment to elevate your production...

CDS revamps production at Aylesbury
CDS has invested £600,000 in revamping its printing and finishing setup with new kit from Canon and Plockmatic.

Printweek special supplement on digital's 30-year evolution and its Drupa highlights
Our compilation of Printweek features on print and post-press technology trends and Drupa launches.