Companies & suppliers

BPIF Outlook reports positive Q4 though concerns remain
The BPIF has released its latest Printing Outlook study of the health of the industry, highlighting that while orders in the fourth quarter of 2014 experienced a strong improvement over Q3, optimism...

Ultrachem launches Safe to Touch Print coatings
Independent manufacturer and supplier of coatings and pressroom consumables Ultrachem has launched Safe to Touch Print emulsion (water-based) coatings.

Quality vs cost-effective: spot the difference
When it comes to paper, the average print client is not necessarily the most educated of purchaser. It’s a difficult market to get your head around, with so many options and brands that even some...

Overmatter: Skype silliness
Being able to laugh at yourself is a key life skill, and Overmatter is happy to report that some of the industry’s big bosses are able to do just that.

Why did Timsons' digital dream go so wrong so quickly?
Launched less than three years ago at Drupa 2012, as of next month the Timsons T-Press, the 200m/min duplex, monochrome, inkjet book printing line, will become a collector’s item.

Star product: Arjowiggins Alive
A ‘digital’ paper that opens up a range of applications.

Speculation over likely EFI acquisition targets
EFI chief executive Guy Gecht has dismissed speculation that the company could mount a bid for Xaar using its $600m (£400m) war chest.
There's a lot to be learned from UNHAPPY customers
Jo Francis is refreshed and impressed to find a supplier willing to admit to having failed some of its customers

Atlantic relocates to larger premises to support growth
Wide-format specialist Atlantic Tech Services has moved to larger premises to support its continued growth.

Ultrachem to bring Actega Colorchemie water based inks to UK market
Independent manufacturer and supplier of coatings and pressroom consumables Ultrachem has partnered with water-based flexo ink manufacturer Actega and will now stock and distribute its water-based...