Wide format

Xaar Q1 results set to show cause for optimism

Inkjet printhead manufacturer Xaar has said it is "encouraged" by its first-quarter trading results, but stated it is necessary to remain cautious going forward in the current climate.

Agfa launches high-capacity Anapurna

Agfa has boosted the output speed of its Anapurna M range of UV inkjet printers after unveiling the Anapurna M2, which can print at 23sqm per hour.

EFI top bosses take voluntary pay cut ahead of Q1 results

Electronics For Imaging's (EFI) chief executive, president and chief financial officer have taken a 10-15% voluntary pay cut ahead of the publication of the company's Q1 results on 29 April.

KMCA turns to Facebook in bid to beat recession

A struggling Nottingham digital printer hit by the recession gave a new meaning to web-to-print last month after using social networking site Facebook to appeal for new customers.

Colourgen prepares European debut for ColorPainter V-64S

Large-format kit distributor Colourgen is to give a European launch to the solvent inkjet Seiko II ColorPainter V-64S at next month's Sign & Digital UK.

Xaar plans to create 100 UK jobs with relocation of Swedish plant

Inkjet printhead manufacturer Xaar has said it plans to create 100 UK jobs with the relocation of its Swedish manufacturing plant.

Adverset moves into large-format with Mimaki press

Adverset Media Solutions has moved into the digital and large-format market after it installed a new Mimaki CJV30-160 press as part of an 80,000 investment.

Wide-format printers keen to take on electronic competition, finds survey

Wide-format printers are taking the challenge of electronic competition head on, according to the latest findings from Fespa's World Wide Survey.

HP launches wide-format kit finance scheme

HP has launched a financing scheme for its wide-format product range.

EFI Vutek reveals UV-cured super-wide format range

EFI Vutek has launched a new UV-cured super-wide printer range, the GS series, which it says combines speed and quality in a single machine.

EFI begins year of wide-format releases with H700 launch

EFI will expand its Rastek range of entry-level wide-format UV-cured printers during 2009.

Pira report shows digital direction for signage market

Screen printers have been advised to invest in digital printing after Pira International's study, The Future of Printing on Signage, revealed impressive growth in the signage market.