Wide-format

What next for St Ives?

In the wake of its latest profits warning, Jo Francis ponders the future for St Ives's remaining print operations.

Matic Media supports own web-to-print platform with Mimaki buy

Wide-format specialist Matic Media has invested in a Mimaki UJV55-320 LED UV roll-fed printer to support its self-developed web-to-print software platform, Graphic Warehouse.

Agfa launches new LED roll-to-roll printer

Agfa Graphics has launched a new roll-to-roll printer with UV LED curing aimed at mid- to high-end applications.

Drytac launches film for short-pile carpet graphics

Self-adhesive materials manufacturer Drytac Europe has launched a new printable film suitable for indoor floor graphic applications.

Synk makes big changes with major investment

Design agency and printer Synk Creative has spent around £600,000 on a raft of new kit and a new premises.

Grafenia hits M&A trail with first signage acquisition

Grafenia has acquired Liverpool-based signage company ADD Signs, marking the start of a new acquisition strategy in the signage sector.

UCL boosts efficiency with PageWide install

University College London (UCL) has installed an HP PageWide XL 5000 to enable students to benefit from faster printing speeds for their large-format projects.

Lintec Graphic Films acquired by Japanese multinational

UK-based Labelling and wide-format films supplier Lintec Graphic Films has been acquired by Japanese manufacturer Lintec Corporation.

Onyx Graphics releases Onyx 12.1

US-headquartered software developer Onyx Graphics has launched Onyx 12.1 software, the latest version of its wide-format print workflow and RIP product.

Cimpress hiring for new UK site

Cimpress appears to be in the process of setting up a new production facility in the UK, with recruitment for a number of roles underway.