Disciplines
Printweek and the coronavirus challenges
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: In light of the dramatic changes currently impacting the sector because of government advice and support for business, we’re making some short-term changes to Printweek.
Unite calls for Cabinet-level action on PPE
Unite the union is calling for a Cabinet minister to be given specific responsibility for the production of testing kits and PPE, in order to coordinate and make the most of the ‘UK manufacturing...
Mtivity makes free offer to home workers
Mtivity is offering its sourcing and procurement software free of charge to people working from home during the Covid-19 crisis .
BlueCrest links up with software company to enhance offering
BlueCrest has signed a partnership agreement with postal services and compliance developer GrayHair Software to deliver end-to-end mail tracking systems.
Macfarlane unveils new environmental standard for output
Macfarlane Packaging has introduced an environmental impact rating (EIR) to help customers make informed choices about the sustainability of every product it sells.
Dragons cool on print pitch
David Hyams came away empty-handed from his Dragons’ Den pitch, but hopes his appearance on the TV show will help raise the profile of his innovative print products – including a new ‘lockdown’ range...
Industry firms step up crisis efforts with new initiatives
A host of industry firms have come up with further initiatives to help the NHS and charities amid the virus crisis.
PJ Print enhances perfect binding
General commercial printer PJ Print has taken on a Horizon BQ-270V single-clamp perfect binder to update its binding capabilities.
Papico links up with HH Pegg to broaden scope
Paper agents Papico and HH Pegg have initiated a sales and marketing collaboration to take advantage of each other’s geographical and product-based offerings.
Beta testing of nano metallisation underway
A German label printer has become the first user of the Nano-Metallography technology acquired by Actega Metal Print from Landa three years ago.