Large/wide format

Gardners gobbles up pollution with new coating
Gardners has launched an innovative coating option that keeps outdoor printed surfaces clean and has the added benefit of ‘eating’ air pollution.

ESP secures seven-figure CBILS funding
ESP Colour is the latest print business to secure a substantial CBILS loan to help it ride out the Covid-19 pandemic.

Polyprint unveils high spec DTG pre-coat unit
Direct-to-garment printer manufacturer Polyprint has launched a new, sub £5,000 highly automated pre-treatment unit that enhances printed garments by improving ink adhesion, colour vibrancy, image...

Grafenia flexes finances with new bond issue
Grafenia has put in place a facility to issue up to £50m in ‘perpetual bonds‘ on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, with £2m raised via an initial £3m issue, to support working capital and the group’s...

Source Signs invests to support tighter turnarounds
Source Signs has invested in a new roll-to-roll printer/cutter as it ramps up to support retail and construction clients coming out of lockdown.

Spandex adds antimicrobial film to range
Spandex is launching a new antimicrobial lamination film that has a three-year lifespan.

Schinlever back at EFI with new inkjet role
Scott Schinlever has returned to EFI in the new role of inkjet chief operating officer.

Graphtec expands wide-format and laser offering
Wide-format finishing specialist Graphtec GB has expanded and diversified its portfolio with new laminators and laser cutters after securing a UK distribution deal with a Portuguese manufacturer.

Premier League clubs turn to power of print
The re-start of the Premier League has resulted in yet more pandemic-related print work.

EFI to host second Ignite virtual event
EFI is to reprise its Ignite Virtual Experience and has unveiled a second two-day event, this time focused on helping print businesses adapt and succeed in the post Covid-19 landscape.