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EFI launches new iGen DFE

EFI has launched a new Fiery digital front-end (DFE) print server for the iGen 5 with White Dry Ink capability.

Lay-offs at Kodak as Q3 losses posted

Kodak chief executive Jeff Clarke has called for "immediate action" to cut costs, including shedding 425 jobs, after the company's Q3 results revealed losses of $46m.

Apex promotes greener processless plates from Fuji at Ipex

Fujifilm’s Superia ZD processless plate will make its UK show debut on Apex Digital Graphics’ stand at Ipex this month.

Ultrachem revamps flexo lineup with new additions

Coatings and pressroom consumables manufacturer Ultrachem has launched a new range of UV flexo inks and refreshed its other flexo product ranges.

Kodak announces plate price increase

Kodak has announced a global price increase for its offset printing plates of up to 9%.

Ricoh launches neon pink toner

Ricoh’s new neon pink toner, which has been unveiled at Print 17 in Chicago, follows the success of its neon yellow that was released in 2016.

Heidelberg announces raft of new features for Versafire users

Updates for the Versafire CV and CP family of presses include a new neon spot colour, Prinect 2018 with improved DFE functionality and new substrate management and business analysis tools.

Today’s speedy curing tech demands careful operation

The increasing availability and affordability of UV curing in offset presses is seeing many printers adopting these versatile inks for the first time.

Fujifilm Uvijet UV inks get green seal

Fourteen inks in Fujifilm’s wide-format Uvijet UV ink range have achieved UL Greenguard product emissions certification.

Domino launches new fluorescent ink

Domino Digital Printing Solutions is launching a new fluorescent ink for its K600i inkjet printer module.