Presses

High-tech lube has potential to reduce running costs

Switching to high-tech lubricants could result in energy savings on printing presses of between 5%-15%, according to a specialist manufacturer.

Ink and speed issues delay Landa-enabled Manroland Sheetfed press

The cost of Landa NanoInk is one of two factors currently preventing Manroland Sheetfed from integrating the technology into a hybrid press, according to chief executive Raphael Penuela.

Presstek appoints industry outsider as new CEO

Presstek has appointed former iRobot Corporation chief operating officer Jeff Beck to succeed David Savage as its president and chief executive officer.

Will latest UV techs lighten the load for commercial print?

If you believe the hype then new UV curing technology is, after dominating first Japan and latterly mainland Europe, about to revolutionise the UK sheetfed litho market.

Print Efficiently 2014 dates announced

Organisers of Print Efficiently have announced that the 2014 event will take place at Apex Digital Graphics in Hemel Hempstead on 7-9 and 21-23 October.

Walstead acquires Global MP kit, explains aborted acquisition

Wyndeham Group owner Walstead Investments has confirmed that it has acquired the equipment from failed direct mail printer Global MP.

Me & my: KBA Rapida 106

Press installs come, for many companies, off the back of feeling their existing kit, while doing all right, is not quite competing anymore on the productivity and automation fronts. Most...

Star product: Xerox Versant 2100

New mid-level production engine ups speed and quality.

Kodak launches Prosper 6000 series

Kodak has unveiled the latest generation of its Prosper high-speed inkjet web press, the Kodak Prosper 6000, which features all new paper transport, drying and ink technology.

Heidelberg business review underway as it looks at further buys

Heidelberg will review its ‘weak margin’ product segments over the next six months and could spin-off or discontinue some of its operations, while at the same time looking to acquire in growth areas.