Printers

ImageData Group crowns digital upgrade with UK's first Xerox iGen 150
ImageData Group has installed the UK's first Xerox iGen3 150 at its Brighton site to extend the range of work produced through the machine's higher image quality and productivity.

Doveton doubles its LinoPrint line up as Heidelberg UK heads for 40 installs
Doveton Press has become the first UK printer to install two Heidelberg LinoPrint C901 digital presses, having installed a second unit a year after installing the first.

FastSigns offers co-branding franchise for commercial printers
FastSigns has launched a "drop-in" license aimed at printers who want to add the signage and display print franchise to their operations.

British Library tenders for book printing framework
The British Library has put out a tender in a bid to establish a framework of printers to call upon for book production.

BAF Graphics offers Polish-made display system Clever Frame
BAF Graphics has taken on the UK dealership for modular display graphics system Clever Frame.

Xactive to launch new product using Petratto Metro Mini
Creative agency Xactive has invested 80,000 in a Petratto Metro Mini from Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS) in preparation for launching a new product for its designer customers.

Polestar signals end of line for Chromoworks
Polestar has given workers at Chromoworks 30 days' notice of the closure of the facility.

United's Busby Babes commemorated by fans' flag
Large format printer XG Group has immortalised Manchester United's Busby Babes team in a 30x20m flag to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster.

Uprated Kodak Prosper press is on trial in the UK
Howard Hunt is testing the new, upgraded version of Kodak's Prosper 5000 inkjet web press.

Statex turns to Heidelberg for litho and digital upgrade
Newcastle-based commercial printer Statex has boosted its print capability with a double installation including both litho and digital kit.