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Contents Page 2 8 12 16 18 20 24 26 30 32 34 38 42 44 46 48 52 54 60

Interview with President Komori Hybrid Printing’s Added Value HP helps the National WWII Museum increase donations with direct mail Digital colour label press takes us to the next level in digital production New seal of quality Over 1,000 printing units already sold Stagnant markets make Vietnam soar Produce print in the most environmentally friendly way A long Rapida 106 follows a large Rapida 142 Seminar “Grow your business with the help of Heidelberg” Packaging industry has vital role in reducing food waste Asia – the breeding ground for Hybrid Marketing Auto recovery leaves newspapers behind Aiming for the pinnacle Esko scores successes with Full HD Flexo EPSON drives commercial & industrial printing Digital Wallcovering Solution for High Value Interior Décor Market Industry news from all over the world Last page just for laughs!

Issue 1 2013 No 71 Geylang Lorong 23 #07-02, THK Building Singapore 388386 tel+65 6733 5342 fax +65 6733 3586 Publisher Paul Callaghan paul@cpublish.com.sg Events Elizabeth Liew eliew@cpublish.com.sg Managing Director Jeffrey Protheroe jeff@cpublish.com.sg Journalist Christel Lee editorasia@cpublish.com.sg Advertising Sales Jeffrey Protheroe jeff@cpublish.com.sg Accounts Manager Radika PS accounts@cpublish.com.sg

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Hybrid Printing’s Added Value Presenting viable commercial production answers to key challenges facing the newspaper industry was the aim of a Kodak customer event staged in December at Axel Springer AG’s Hamburg-Ahrensburg offset printing plant. Customers from across nine countries and journalists representing eight different countries attended the day designed to demonstrate how the industry can make newspapers more dynamic and improve revenue with variable data for more targeted content and advertising. They saw for themselves how the recently installed Kodak Prosper S30 Imprinting System on a manroland Colorman Newspaper Web Offset Press can deliver these creative solutions. The combined technology of static offset-print with high-quality digital inkjet printing runs at full production speed of up to up to 914 m / min (15 metres per second). Olivier

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Manager for Print & Vice President Commercial Business EAMER comments: “The volume of variable data print produced by Axel Springer is inspiring and it was an honour to present the possibilities to such a key audience. It was the first newspaper to implement hybrid printing at this speed on the S30 and the versatility and quality possible opens up exciting opportunities - in particular ways to create a higher profitability, improve reader retention and improve longterm relationships with publishers.” Welcome to added value print In welcoming the visitors Thomas Drensek, Plant Manager at Axel Springer’s Hamburg- Ahrensburg

explained how newspapers can now differentiate themselves by driving relevant and variable content thanks to the ability of the Prosper S30 Imprinting Systems. He added that, when perforated and glued with Ferag MemoStick® and memo cards, and even combined with transparent paper, newspapers can add significant value. Then there is the ability to insert targeted adverts, news that fits the specific reader’s interests, personalized text, QR codes and Augmented Reality - all aiding customer retention. Thanks to the Kodak Prosper S30 Imprinting Systems, Axel Springer can also print new formats, on coated paper and offer half covers and flying pages.

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Digital Technology via reader response calls. In 2011 there were 350 different competitions resulting in 20,000 winners. But there were inherent weaknesses with tickets issued via outlets, the high cost of printing and distribution of the tickets and lack of control over the one paper one ticket system. Cash Million, a six-week bingo game with regional variations across Hamburg, was devised and implemented using the Kodak Prosper S30 Imprinting Systems. Subsequently Bild enjoyed a clearly linked combination of games participation and newspaper purchase and advertisers were able to develop individual advertising. The results were accurate digital imprints, well-understood gaming rules and a positive impact on circulation leading to investment in a further three Kodak Prosper S30 Imprinting Systems as well as implementation of a new 450,000 circulation competition.

Embracing change to capture success Axel Springer’s investment decision was made against a backdrop of change in the industry that was then outlined by Prof. Karl Malik, Media Consultant, PreMedia Newsletter. Encouragingly he stated that the industry’s upheaval is over and that print continues to have a future in the communication of brands as part of a mix that also includes mobile and other digital distribution possibilities. He added there are now big opportunities for media companies to keep in close contact with customers and break new ground. To do that they must develop new business areas, maintain old ones and reinvent themselves again and bring new target-group relevant products to the market. Manufacturers must portray a new world in their products, allow changes and exhaust the potential for rationalization, study the transition from old world to new world and then present and implement the findings. He concluded saying today print forms the financial backbone for all media activities and the media brand is supported by print and online adding: “Develop print and online further – it's worth it!” Smooth implementation reaps rewards Stephan Wellnitz, Axel Springer's Sales Manager and Master Printer Sven Türy

Getting creative with applications

detailed the project’s implementation process and developmental stages and listed the successful projects so far executed. They are Bild’s Cash Million with a total circulation of 750,000 imprinted copies, Hamburger Abendblatt lottery with a total circulation of 225,000 imprinted copies and Welt Kompakt lottery with a total circulation of 660,000 imprinted copies. Further details of Bild’s Cash Million were presented by Tobias Kunn. He expanded on how Germany’s leading newspaper, with more than 12 million readers, has historically used competitions to improve circulation, develop stronger relationships with readers and generate additional income

Anton Hamm, Vice-President of Service and Printcom for manroland web systems GmbH, outlined the technical integration of the Prosper Imprinting Systems and reviewed the applications such as personalisation of addresses, numbered coupons, targeted group related contents as well as local news, retail vouchers, district information and bar codes. He stated the advantages of a one-stop shop created through integration of the highly automated solution in every web press, included eliminating the need for additional resources, minimised waste and efficient change-over times. Kodak’s Marketing Program Manager Inkjet Printing Solutions Marie-Luce Delaune, and IPS Sales Support Manager Rainer Küssel, gave an overview of how the project was completed and detailed results that included fewer manufacturing steps, reduced labor and waste, elimination of handling, staging and storage, improved cycle time to help protect investments and growth in business The event concluded with a factory tour and demonstration of the Kodak Prosper S30 Imprinting System in operation on the manroland Colorman Web Press.

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HP helps the National WWII Museum increase donations with direct mail CHALLENGE

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• The National WWII Museum wanted to boost lagging direct-mail response rates among its members and prospects, with personalized, high-quality direct-mail pieces.

• For its member newsletter, the National WWII Museum turned to the efficient variable data handling and offset quality offered by the HP Indigo 7000 Digital Press.

• The donor response rates to the newsletters increased 30% for active members and 25% for sustaining membership prospects— and the average donation per person increased.

• The museum also created a large, personalized member-acquisition campaign, using the high-volume efficiency and best-in-class quality of the HP T300 Color Inkjet Web Press.

From its humble beginnings in 2000, the National WWII Museum (originally the National D-Day Museum) in New Orleans, Louisiana, has grown significantly.

members nationwide—and engage new prospects—the museum turned to a new strategy: personalised content. With its extensive member database, the museum sought out the robust variable data capabilities and the premium print quality of the HP Indigo 7000 Digital Press for its first personalized campaign. The museum then looked to the high-volume efficiency and bestin-class quality of the HP T300 Color Inkjet Web Press to create a second campaign.

Founded by author and historian Stephen Ambrose, the museum’s facilities are still expanding to offer visitors the full breadth of World War II’s complex story—as illustrated by artifacts ranging from personal letters to vintage airplanes to award- winning interactive exhibits. “The ability to achieve the growth we’ve had over the last 10 years is

due in large part to our membership program,” says Stephen Watson, vice president and chief operating officer. Since 2002, the museum’s direct-mail communications have been a main driver of its membership program. In recent years, however, response rates to the museum’s direct-mail fundraising efforts have flattened out. To reconnect with its 130,000

Outstanding variable data handling In its first variable data mailing to active members, the museum developed 10,000 personalised newsletters and 10,000 static newsletters. This allowed it to measure the impact of personalisation on donations. To recruit active members for its sustaining membership program—an automatic monthly giving program—it developed an additional 5,000 personalised newsletters and 5,000 static newsletters. When it came time to produce the 15,000 personalized pieces, the museum knew it had the right solution to create the engaging newsletters it needed— thanks to the variable data capabilities of the HP Indigo 7000 Digital Press.

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“For some of our best members, even a little more attention and a little more creativity in the mail pieces has made a significant impact.”

120 letter (A4)-size pages per minute in full colour, with run lengths ranging from short-run jobs to campaigns with hundreds of thousands of pieces.

— Stephen Watson, Vice-President and COO, National WWII Museum The museum’s image-rich, 16-page newsletter included personalised text on several pages, including a testimonial letter. It also personalised the text on an image of one of its memorial bricks, which are engraved with a donor’s name and installed around the museum’s campus. During printing, the HP Indigo 7000 Digital Press handled the job efficiently. The digital press can produce up to

Top-tier print quality For the National WWII Museum, the newsletter helps build rapport with members across the country— and brilliant print quality is essential to captivate readers. Prior to using HP digital presses, the museum’s newsletters were printed entirely on an offset press. For this edition, the museum relied on offset technology for the static pages and the premium print quality and color matching of the HP Indigo 7000 Digital Press for the personalised pages.

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Digital colour label press takes us to the next level in digital production when it comes to quality and perfection, reynders Label Printing knows just how to deliver. From its humble beginnings over half a century ago, when mr Emile reynders founded the company in 1959 printing stationery in the family home, it has since expanded to become one of the leading label specialists in Europe. Headquartered in Boechout, Belgium with six specialised printing divisions and eight production facilities spread throughout Europe and Asia, Reynders Label Printing prides itself in its commitment to delivering the very best in design and label printing in which innovation, quality and customer service are of paramount importance. Today, Reynders, which remains a family-run business, has over 60 printing presses and more than 450 printing stations covering flexography, offset, letterpress, screen, dry toner, wet

toner and ink jet printing technologies, enabling the company to offer one of the broadest ranges of label printing equipment for a host of applications. It has been this focus on maintaining its leading position through investment in the very latest label printing equipment that led to the installation of the first Domino N600i digital colour label press at its Belgium production facility. Chief Executive Officer Marc Reynders explains, “Over the past few years, label printing has been facing new challenges with customers demanding ever tighter delivery deadlines, shorter average run lengths, more personalised data; but still the highest quality of end product. As a result, we needed to find solutions that can not only cope with these changing demands, but that also means adjusting our service offering for our customers. It ultimately helps us to move our business forward in line with the changing dynamics of the industry.” When Marc and his team first saw an early technology demonstration of the N600i at Ipex 2010, they were immediately impressed. For a digital printing press, it offered much higher levels of productivity combined with improved print quality for ink jet.

“We already had a number of HP Indigos, the latest Xeikon technologies and three Agfa Dotrix digital label presses all of which were doing a good job,” continues Marc, “But to take Reynders to the next level in digital label production we needed a solution that could offer high quality digital printing at significantly increased speeds. The N600i was just what we were looking for.” The Domino N600i four colour digital label press offers a native 600dpi print resolution and uses one of the smallest drop sizes (6pl) to deliver the highest quality output onto a range of coated paper and plastic label stocks, and operates at speeds of 50-75 metres per minute. Combined with a standard 333mm (13”) wide web width it provides up to 1,500m² of print per hour. In addition, by varying the droplet sizes delivered from a single print head combined with the composition of the ink, the N600i can reproduce a wide colour gamut including over 80% of the pantone colour range. With so many label press technologies installed across Reynders multiple sites, the fact that Domino had integrated the Esko front end into its N600i added to its appeal to Reynders and assisted with its integration. “We already worked with the Esko workflow and this together with the intuitive user interface made working with the N600i so much more straightforward,” said Marc. Installation didn’t go without its challenges, especially with the company agreeing to be a beta test site for Domino’s N600i, but both the Reynders and Domino teams worked together to ensure any issues were addressed and the installation met

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all requirements. “It’s fair to say that with any beta site, installation can take longer than usual, but we are delighted with the outcome,” confirms Marc. “We always had complete confidence in Domino throughout the process. They listened to our requirements, were extremely helpful in exploring ways to overcome any issues and conducted the installation with the utmost professionalism.” Within a short time, the operations team had the N600i running at production speeds of 50 metres per minute, a significantly higher rate than the company’s existing digital technologies, and were using the press for new mid-volume applications of up to 3,000 metres, well above the 1,000 metres limit they typically would schedule on digital machines. The increased speed of throughput brought additional challenges for the operators, as it meant they could no longer manually check for rejects and quality of output, as was the procedure for the company’s slower running solutions. As a result, Reynders installed an automated vision system onto the N600i line that could cope with verification of output at such high speeds, reducing operator intervention

and adding further to production efficiencies. To further develop the flexibility and capabilities of the N600i, Reynders and the Domino team are working together to develop new inks as well as review the integration of inline diecutting technology within the N600i production line.

opportunities. “The N600i has certainly lived up to our expectations of high resolution, high quality output at significantly higher operational speeds. The operation has been reliable and we are able to run much longer production jobs than we would normally print with digital technology, in this respect it is more targeted at replacing what we would normally run on flexo machines”

“Although it is still early days, we are extremely impressed with the capabilities of the N600i,” enthuses Marc, who is already looking to exploit the potential it can offer in terms of longer term new business

“If the N600i continues to perform to our expectations and we can achieve all our business goals, we will be considering further investment in this technology in the future,” concludes Marc.

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Consumables

New seal of quality Redesigning the packaging of all Gallus Screeny products also involved revising the label function and introducing the new “Genuine Plates” seal of quality. This seal of quality guarantees that users really will find what they ordered inside the packaging – an original screen from Gallus

“Genuine Plates” is a guarantee of the properties and company values that users expect of an original product and the manufacturer of such a product – top quality, peace of mind, performance, reliability, responsibility and technological progress. Gallus Screeny Genuine Plates are ideal for combination printing. For every need, there is an appropriate screen solution, as this is the only way to ensure an optimum print result. Using Gallus Screeny Genuine Plates also results in smooth, stable and reliable workflows and printing processes – for true peace of mind. This makes it easier for print shops to plan production, adhere to deadlines and deliver labels on time. Gallus Screeny Genuine Plates also enable users to get the most out of their press, with fast setup, minimal setup waste and maximum screen printing speeds. A holistic, integrated approach combining flexographic, offset and screen printing is adopted right from the design stage. As a system supplier, Gallus also takes its promise of reliability very seriously. Its portfolio ranges from well thought-

out, perfectly coordinated technical solutions to comprehensive support from a team of specialists. Gallus is always there for users, offering advice over the phone, on-site service support and training, and handling customer problems, particularly those relating to screen printing in tandem with other print methods. As a result of its ongoing development work, Gallus now has the most comprehensive product portfolio on the market and can thus offer a wide range of solutions for virtually any screen printing application. Examples include the Gallus Screeny S-Line with

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re-usable screens and the Gallus Digital Screeny, which supports an optimised overall workflow. Thanks to this intensive and continuous research and development work by Gallus, Ga Screeny Genuine Plates can be relied on to always provide an appropriate and effective application – and that will also remain so in the future. The new Gallus seal of quality “Genuine Plates” is thus a simple distinguishing feature that means customers can always be sure they really are using an original Gallus screen printing fabric – with all the above-mentioned benefits.

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Sheetfed Offset

Over 1,000 printing units already sold • Speedmaster SX 52, SX 74, and SX 102: Strong market launch across all three formats • Customers confirm: Increase of flexibility, productivity, and energy efficiency - the right machine at the right time • Systematically designed for sustainable printing Heidelberg has now sold over 1,000 printing units of the new Speedmaster SX series worldwide. The company unveiled the Speedmaster SX 52/ SX 52 Anicolor, SX 74, and SX 102 series at the drupa 2012 trade show in Dusseldorf. The concept already employed for the Speedmaster CX 102 of applying high-end technologies of the Speedmaster XL class to the proven machine platform of the Speedmaster SM has been a hit with customers. This makes these technologies available to a broad base of users and delivers a perfect response to the trend towards shorter print runs, increasing numbers of print jobs, elaborate surface finishes, and environmentally-friendly production. Heidelberg highlighted these trends at drupa under the mottos HEI Productivity, HEI Flexibility, HEI Emotions, and HEI Eco.

Swiss print shop Schürch AG has succeeded in accelerating production and cutting waste thanks to its new Speedmaster SX 74 with coating unit, AutoPlate Pro, and Prinect Axis Control. "We can now print in the morning and deliver by midday," says managing director Andreas Meyer (left) and his deputy Markus Siegenthaler. The SX platform is targeted primarily at print shops in the commercial printing sector. This applies in industrialized countries where the intense competition is resulting in consolidation and investments in machines capable of delivering high productivity, exceptional flexibility or high-end surface finishing. But it also applies to emerging markets where customers find themselves on a growth path towards greater quality and volume or where new print shops are springing up.

Heidelberg presented the new Speedmaster SX models at drupa 2012 and, in doing so, added a new dimension to its portfolio. Over 1,000 SX printing units have now been sold worldwide across all three formats.

Over 60 percent of the SX models are installed in Europe, a quarter in the Asia-Pacific region and over ten percent in South America. The rest are located in North America, the Middle East, and Africa. Environmental protection is assuming an increasingly important role in many markets. "Our goal of

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Economy and ecology are not mutually exclusive. On the contrary, eco-friendly printing also makes perfect economic sense. You conserve resources, cut costs, and make a name for yourself on a future market with a firm focus on the environment. We can provide you with the solutions you will need when your customers ask you about green print products: “Think economically, print ecologically”. www.heidelberg.com

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The new Speedmaster SX 52 enables Stefanie and Florian Huss, both managing directors of the Graphia-Huss print shop, to cut waste by up to 30 percent, boost printing quality, and offer their customers new products. providing customers with a press that is perfectly tailored to their needs has been met in every respect," states Felix Müller, Head of Product Management 70 x 100 at Heidelberg. "All three series are very successful - over half of the SX printing units are for Speedmaster SX 52 and SX 52 Anicolor presses, which proves the A3 market is still very popular. With around a third of the installed printing units in the Speedmaster SX 74 sector, it's evident that the high flexibility and coating capability have been well received in the market. Some 70 percent of the printing units sold for the Speedmaster SX 102 are for perfecting presses, which deliver the very highest productivity." Since drupa 2012, Heidelberg has thus been able to offer a wide-ranging press portfolio for commercial, packaging, and label printers, that is divided into three areas - Speedmaster SM and CD models in standard configurations, Speedmaster SX and CX models in numerous variations for professional applications, and the Peak Performance models of the Speedmaster XL series. Customer orders confirm: This is the right machine at the right time "The new Speedmaster SX 52 and the

prepress link have cut our waste levels by 25 to 30 percent," say Stefanie and Florian Huss, the third generation of the family to run the full-service Graphia-Huss print shop in Frankfurt. "The Prinect Easy Control color measuring system enables us to boost our print quality, as we are now assured much greater color stability over the entire run. The four-color press with coating unit also offers us new production options." The family-run business produces advertising materials such as flyers, brochures, and mailings and is a service provider to industry, retailers, associations, banks, and advertising agencies. In general, the Speedmaster SX 52 spectrum ranges from two to ten printing units, optionally with perfecting device and coating unit. The optional Anicolor zoneless short inking unit reduces paper waste by up to 90 percent. The Speedmaster SX 52 Anicolor therefore results in a print process that delivers eco-friendly operation at lower costs. Furthermore, from April 2012, it has been supplied on a carbon-neutral basis ex works. Schürch print shop achieves ultra-short makeready times with Speedmaster SX 74 The Schürch AG print shop in

Huttwil, Switzerland, has been using a new Speedmaster SX 74 five-color perfecting press with coating unit since August this year. "Our productivity has grown by at least 20 percent with the new Speedmaster SX 74 with AutoPlate Pro. We can now carry out a complete plate change in less than two minutes and cut makeready times dramatically," says deputy managing director Markus Siegenthaler. "The coating unit has reduced our job throughput time enormously. We can now print in the morning and deliver by midday. The Prinect Axis Control color measuring system ensures the print job is much more stable and we have fewer color fluctuations." The full-service print shop has 24 employees and produces advertising materials such as brochures, leaflets, books, invitation cards, flyers, and newspapers for commerce, industry, advertising agencies, associations, and public bodies. The Speedmaster SX 74 features a transfer cylinder with adjustable diameter. This, too, cuts makeready times, particularly when changing from very thin to very thick substrates. The models range from two to ten printing units, with or without a perfecting device and coating unit. Görres print shop plans up to 35

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Sheetfed Offset 25 percent increase in productivity with Speedmaster SX 102 The Görres print shop and publishing house chose a Speedmaster SX 102 eight-color perfecting press while drupa was still under way and has been working with the new machine at its Neuwied site since July. "We made the right decision in buying this machine and we would do the same again," says managing director Arnd Spitzlei. "After just a few weeks, efficiency had increased by around 20 percent and we are confident of achieving 30 to 35 percent over the medium- to longterm." With around 115 staff, Görres produces a wide range of commercial jobs and packaging for demanding customers in the immediate region and beyond. Its pressroom also includes a Speedmaster XL 105 five-color press and Speedmaster CD 102 five-color press, both with coating unit and a Speedmaster SM 102 two-color unit. "What we particularly like about the new Speedmaster SX 102 are technologies such as Prinect Inpress Control. This enables us to control color and register on the fly and results in much less waste. The optimized sheet travel and new dynamic sheet brake also make the operator's work easier and boost productivity," explains Spitzlei. The Speedmaster SX 102 series employs proven three-drum perfecting and innovative components from the Peak Performance class such as the wing grippers on the reversing drum. This ensures consistently high print quality on both sides of the sheet at maximum production speeds of up to 14,000 sph. Plate changing with the fully-automatic AutoPlate Pro system cuts makeready times significantly. The configuration

Görres-Druckerei und Verlag GmbH recently acquired the Speedmaster SX 102 eight-color perfecting press on display at drupa. The two managing directors Arnd Spitzlei (right) and Marc Spitzlei are already seeing increases in productivity of over 20 percent and have a figure of 30 to 35 percent in their sights. Starting from January 2013 Angela Nachtsheim will be in charge of Marketing and Controlling. options for the Speedmaster SX 102 range from two to ten printing units, equipped with a perfecting device, and either with or without a coating unit. All Speedmaster SX models support new technology in the form of PerfectJacket Blue for the impression cylinders and TransferJacket Blue for the transfer cylinders. Color Assistant Pro accelerates the makeready process and significantly reduces waste. It calibrates the ink zones based on the condition of the ink fountain liner and thereby ensures even faster inking-up for each job change. In conjunction with Intellistart process-oriented user guidance on the Prinect Press Center, productivity is increased considerably. Systematically designed for sustainable printing As a pioneer of green printing, Heidelberg has been developing solutions to eliminate or reduce CO 2,

process emissions, and waste for many years. That is why the technology of the Speedmaster SX models sets standards in more than just productivity. Their high energy and resource efficiency make these presses the most environmentally friendly machines in their class. They require only minimum air support for reliable sheet travel, a fact that cuts energy consumption significantly. It is also possible to integrate a measuring instrument that displays the energy efficiency of the press for every 1,000 printed sheets and thereby helps the operator save energy. The Star System peripherals are perfectly coordinated with the press. They are highly efficient and designed to save energy and resources. All SX presses support alcohol-reduced/alcoholfree printing and can be supplied on a carbon-neutral basis.

Combining the Speedmaster XL series with the successful platform of the Speedmaster SM 102, the Speedmaster SX 102 takes the world’s most successful perfecting press with XL technology to a whole new performance level. This results in high productivity, shorter makeready and throughput times, and a consistently high print speed of up to 14,000 sheets an hour.

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Stagnant markets make Vietnam soar The United States, one of the world’s biggest markets, is showing signs of more than mere sluggishness. Peppered news of organisational restructures is prompting investors to pump more into Vietnam. Christel Lee reports. The United States’ economy reportedly grew in the third quarter last year, based on Bureau of Economic Analysis’ data. However, the ‘good news’ was soon enough dissected to nothing more than governmental spending and deliberate restocking of inventories instead of authentic economic growth. That left investors with money to burn to reevaluate the mileage in the continent and look further afield. China has earned itself a notorious reputation of questionable quality and short-lived durability of their products, notwithstanding their famous reasonable prices. Japan though stands tall with their quality and is constantly negotiating the challenging markets with their homegrown boys to sustain their position. Money mind The steady depreciation of the dollar over the years has placed Vietnam in an extremely advantageous position. An economist from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) was quoted as saying, “The exchange rate between the Vietnam dong and foreign currencies in general, especially the U.S. dollar, is very stable. The positive impact of the current exchange rate is a remarkable success in monetary policy operating since early 2012.” According to the General Statistics Office of Vietnam (GSO), the US dollar appreciated 6.31%, 10.07%, 9.68%, and 2.2% against the Vietnam dong in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011, respectively. But the dollar depreciated around 0.88% against the dong in the first 10 months of 2012 – appreciating specifically in only the first five months.

Many forecasts point out that with current events, and although the foreign exchange market was more volatile in the last two months of 2012, the dong is not expected to depreciate. Third world rising Vietnam reportedly enjoyed a hike in exports last year, with the dong appreciating around 0.9% against the US dollar during the period. The government website stated in just over 10 months, total export revenue exceeded that of 2010 ($93.9 billion compared to $72.2 billion) and is close to the record levels of 2011 ($93.9 billion against $96.9 billion). If in the remaining two months of last year, the export revenue of each month reached the rate of October at over $10 billion, the whole year’s export revenue may just have exceeded $114.4 billion. The site added performance of local exporters was better than expected. In 40 major export items, the earnings of eight groups, mostly raw materials and ores, saw a reduction, while the remaining 32 groups witnessed significant rises. They include mobile phones and accessories, cameras, camcorders and accessories, computers, electronic products and components, plastic materials, glass and glass products, wires and cables, and vehicles and spare parts.

New world orders The latest incoming money tidal wave was from global investment firm KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts), with a net total investment of $359 million to date – to the country’s largest food company, Masan. The first $159 million came in 2011. Masan manufactures instant foods such as noodles, cereals and coffees, and the company is estimated to command 90% of the local market. Regional head of Southeast Asia from Masan, Ming Lu, said: “Doubling our investment in less than two years demonstrates our strong conviction in Vietnam's growth story.” The investment firm also has stakes in Del Monte foods, Korea's Oriental Brewery and China Modern Dairy. Another FMCG product with a global presence, Starbucks, is due to open its first store this year in Ho Chi Minh City. This world-famous coffee company is also making the move due to stagnant growth in United States, prompting the shift of focus to Asia Pacific. Starbucks reportedly said previously it plans to have 1000 stores in China, another thousand in Japan and 500 in Korea. Last October, the company opened its first shop in India in collaboration with Tata Global Beverages.

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GAIN THE KONICA MINOLTA ADVANTAGE

The digital print industry is a fast-expanding one. It is also a fast-changing one. To stay ahead of the competition, Book & Story, an Indonesia-based photo studio, chose to focus on meeting the needs of customers who wish to personalize photo books, cards, calendars, etc. To deliver these at a very high quality, it relies on the Konica Minolta digital production printing system. Together, the

creative talents of Book & Story and the Konica Minolta system has enabled

the studio to produce well-crafted high-quality materials that have earned the satisfaction of its customers. The company's work was recognized very recently when Book & Story won two Gold awards at the 2012 Asian Print Awards for its submissions in the Book Printing and Multi–piece Productions & Campaigns categories. Konica Minolta’s digital production printing system can reproduce RGB color with good accuracy and this enables me to select the right substrate to reproduce my work at its best. They are known for their print quality and their expertise in digital production printing. The use of the Konica Minolta system has enabled me to gain an edge over the competition. Vincent Kusuma, Book & Story

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Produce print in the most environmentally friendly way Green Life Printing House, Thailand is the first printer in Asia to purchase a carbon neutral press from Heidelberg. This newly established printing firm has a clear agenda to produce print in the most environmentally friendly way possible and buying a Heidelberg CO2 neutral press provides the ideal opportunity to minimize Green Life’s environmental footprint before it has even started manufacturing. In 2012 Green Life was formed as a joint project between two established Thai printing companies, H.N. Group and Print City. The objective behind Green Life is to promote green printing practices and to offer an environmentally responsible solution for those customers looking to reduce their impact on the environment. Green Life’s clients are ecologically orientated and include the government sector for whom Green Life prints a range of commercial print jobs including books, calendars, flyers, brochures and catalogues.

Heidelberg Thailand worked closely with Green Life on the purchase of a Speedmaster SM 102 four color printing machine. “Our press is one of the great Heidelberg CO2 neutral machines,” said Mr. Praphan Jiramongkol, President of Green Life Printing. “Heidelberg is the only supplier to offer a carbon neutral press. Our mandate is to reduce our use of natural resources and reduce waste. Everything in our plant is bought with this philosophy in mind. If it’s not ‘green’ then we won’t use it, so the Heidelberg press fits in with our strategic direction”. Heidelberg is a leader in environmental sustainability and has been committed

to developing practices and solutions to reduce the industry’s environmental footprint since the early 1990s. As a manufacturer Heidelberg’s commitment extends from the design of its products through to the production of the machine itself. In line with the current scientific knowledge, Heidelberg has chosen to focus on the reduction of greenhouse gases, namely CO2 in manufacturing. Adhering to international ecobalance standards Heidelberg and the technical University of Darmstadt have formulated a method for precisely calculating the CO2 footprint of printing presses. The CO2 footprint of the printing press is calculated according to cradle to gate and additionally the transport to the customer. Depending on the equipment, approximately 149 tons of carbon dioxide are generated during the manufacture of this Speedmaster SM 102-4, as an example. The largest CO2 component does not come from the steel, but from the electronic components. Emissions generated during the manufacture of a Heidelberg printing press are compensated by the company Dr Teerapol Techavichian - CEO

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Praphan Jiramongkol - President purchasing climate protection certificates. The emission credits or certificates are attributed to specific climate protection projects. Heidelberg has chosen to obtain the certificates of the Project Togo, in Togo West Africa, which supports a reforestation project. All unavoidable greenhouse gas emissions based on material used in the manufacturing process and the transportation are compensated. All Heidelberg products which are Carbonneutral are identified by the CO2neutral symbol, which identifies the carbon-neutrality of the machine and illustrates the ecological commitment of the print shop assisting in its differentiation. All Prepress, Press and Postpress from Heidelberg are available as CO2-neutral. Mr. Jiramongkol said the company’s measures its CO2 emissions in line with the industry standard and is continually working towards reduction across the business. “We believe we can have our CO2 emissions in the future and the

Heidelberg press allows us to go to market as the first Carbon Zero Printing company in Asia. We are very proud of our objectives for Green Life, which include producing the first Carbon Zero Book - “Mha Phan Thang” - printed by our Heidelberg CO2 neutral press. And all revenue from this book will be given to His Majesty the King”. The Heidelberg SM 102-4 press is ecofriendly in operation as well as origin, with its high level of automation and low running costs. The SM 102-4 enables fast make ready, reduces waste and raises productivity. The new press has been installed at Green Life’s Bangkok plant where the company employs a staff of 50. Dr. Teerapol Techavichian, CEO & Chief Sustainability Officer of Green Life, is impressed with the overall environmental solution offered by Heidelberg. “We have the confidence to go to the market with our Think Green offer because we have Heidelberg’s

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A long Rapida 106 follows a large Rapida 142 Singapore-based Tien Wah Press (TWP), part of Japan’s Dai Nippon Printing Group, pushed the button on a highly automated ten-colour Rapida 106 perfecting press with coater in its production plant in Johor Bahru (Malaysia) in December 2012. Just one year before the world’s makeready champion in medium format came online, a five-colour large-format Rapida 142 went live in the same plant. TWP, a printing and publishing house well-known both in Asia and beyond, built on the positive experience it made with the large Rapida with multishift capabilities and opted for a long medium-format Rapida 106. The productivity and quality boost delivered form the basis for future co-operation with KBA and other TWP plants.

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TWP – top address for books The parent company’s reputation as a top-quality book printer for leading international book publishing houses dates back more than 75 years. Exports account for a high proportion of

output, and alongside sales offices in Singapore and Malaysia TWP also has agents in New York, San Francisco, London, Paris and Sydney. TWP’s modern factory in Johor Bahru was built around 20 years ago and now has a payroll of more than 1,000 employees. Its primary products are

(l-r) Stefan Segger (managing director, KBA Asia Pacific), Jürgen Veil (marketing director sheetfed offset, KBA) and Charles Ang (sales manager, KBA) at TWP‘s Rapida 142

children’s books and other publications for the book trade, but it also prints packaging and sundry other products for the local market. Confidence justified TWP group management opted for its first KBA large-format press in 2010 after studying the market and touring installations in Europe. Today both the decision-makers at TWP headquarters in Singapore and the competent project managers in Johor Bahru have seen their choice of press vindicated. A raft of optional features, which includes almost every possible automation module, found in the Rapida 142 and the new ten-colour Rapida 106 has cut makeready times while raising productivity. This is most noticeable during job changes, which are largely automated, and in the convenient pile logistics systems at the feeder and delivery. Quality assurance with DensiTronic Professional and QualiTronic colour control have also delivered the desired benefits ensuring stable, high-quality production.

“Our confidence in KBA’s technology and after-sales service has been fully justified and gives management a sense of security. Both presses deliver a high standard of quality reliably and smoothly, taking production to a whole new level. These improvements can be passed on to a customer base that demands cutting-edge technology for its exclusive products.” A raft of optional features for maximum quality and output The Rapida 142 at TWP is mounted on a 420mm (16.5in) plinth and alongside five printing units featuring automatic plate changers is configured with a

coater and a double delivery extension equipped with VariDry IR/hot-air dryers. A CX board-handling capability enables it to print heavy substrates. The long Rapida 106 perfecting press is equipped, among other things, with DriveTronic SPC dedicated platecylinder drives for simultaneous plate changing, automatic CleanTronic multipurpose washing systems, ErgoTronic ACR autoregistration and LogoTronic Professional data management. Along with the new presses, KBA is also providing a comprehensive long-term service package.

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Seminar “Grow your business with the help of Heidelberg” In November Heidelberg customers from Jakarta, Bandung and Surabaya, Indonesia attended a half day seminar - “Grow your business with the help of Heidelberg”, This seminar centered on the importance of maintaining equipment and using quality consumables to ensure optimization of equipment. Targeted at small to mediumsized enterprises, the seminar was well attended with more than forty participants present, as well representatives from the Polytechnic University of Indonesia. Aimed at print shop business owners, production managers and operators, the group was taken through the correct maintenance of rollers and blankets, the function of the dampening system and why using the correct ink will help to maintain presses, ensure print quality and ultimately save companies money. Heidelberg experts led the discussions and feedback from participants included comments such as “the information presented in the seminar will help me with my daily job” and “it was very informative and worthwhile”. Maintaining equipment is a focus area for Heidelberg and the company is committed to assisting its customers to get the most out of their equipment. Khalid Abdurrahman presented on rollers and blankets discussing how poorly maintained rollers will have a shorter service life and give poor results, directly decreasing productivity, speed and quality. “Using good quality rollers and blankets, such as those supplied by Heidelberg under the Saphira brand, will assist printers in avoiding downtime caused by inferior products,” he said. “The surface finish, compressible layer and structure play a major role in the quality of rollers and blankets and choosing a cheap option can be costly to your business. Blankets offered by different manufacturers have different properties and these can greatly influence the print result.”

Kris Sulistiyono presented on Dampening Systems giving an overview of the process and highlighting the problems that can be caused by using incorrect dampening solutions. The dampening solution is needed in offset printing to keep the non-printing parts of the printing plate free of ink. “In order for the dampening process to work correctly, the dampening solution must meet certain chemical requirements. If these requirements are not met, problems are bound to occur,” he said. Problems can include stripping, emulsification, wear on plates, plate corrosion, bad drying, foaming and build up on blanket. Heidelberg Saphira dampening solutions will prevent calcium salts build up, deliver a constant pH balance, are suitable for high speed presses and perform in all water conditions. Defri Kristiyono presented on the importance of using the correct inks

taking the group through the variants found in inks, and how using an inferior ink can be costly as it may impact the quality of the final print and also impair the efficiency of the press. At the seminar the Heidelberg’s Consumables team also took the opportunity to introduce participants to the Heidelberg Online Shop (OLS) with a live demonstration on how easy it is to shop at anytime of the day or night. Participants were impressed with the security of the OLS – each customer has a secure, personal login and password – and the fact that there is a full catalogue available online, as well as personalized shopping lists tailored to each customer’s equipment. In feedback the majority of participants agreed that the seminar was “excellent” with several requesting further seminars that will assist them in their daily operations.

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Packaging industry has vital role in reducing food waste New research showing that as much as half of the world’s food – amounting to two billion tonnes worth – is thrown away, demonstrates the vital role packaging has to play in providing a solution to the problem, according to packaging innovation expert Alan Davey. The report ‘Global Food: Waste Not, Want Not’, published by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers today, said the waste was being caused by poor storage, strict sell-by dates, bulk offers which encourage shoppers to buy more food than they need and consumer fussiness. According to the study, between 30% and 50% of the four billion tonnes of food produced around the world each year goes to waste. Alan Davey, Director of Innovation at LINPAC Packaging, said: “This

report demonstrates how important it is for retailers, food manufacturers and the packaging industry to work closer together to tackle this problem. “It would not be wrong to say that if packaging was invented today it would be regarded as one of the greatest green technologies due to its protective and preserving qualities. Imagine a world without packaging; the manufacture, transport, distribution and consumption of virtually every consumer good would be impossible. Quality packaging can significantly reduce waste across the entire supply

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Packaging Technology them, then put the remaining two back in the fridge in a pack which is still completely sealed, with all the properties of an unopened pack.” The food packaging company has also teamed up with Addmaster to develop a technically-advanced range of trays and films with built-in antimicrobial technology to reduce bacteria growth on the outer packaging of fresh meat. The technology helps to reduce spoilage and increase the shelf life of food by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeast, as well as reduce the risk of contamination from pathogens such as E.Coli, salmonella, listeria and campylobacter. chain by giving food a longer shelf life and ensures food can be transported around the world safely and securely.” LINPAC Packaging is Europe’s leading multi-material packaging manufacturer developing products for the meat and poultry, bakery, fast food, catering and fruit and vegetables sectors. Mr Davey said food packaging companies were working smarter than ever before to develop packaging which is lighter, more sustainable and more recyclable yet which is still fit for purpose in terms of protecting, preserving and presenting food to a high standard. Changing global demographics, for example the increase in single person households, also had an impact on pack design, he said. Research carried out by Defra showed single-person households to be the worst offenders when it comes to food waste, throwing away 22% of the food they buy. Such a figure led LINPAC Packaging to launch its split pack range for fresh and cooked meats. The packs, which allow contents to be divided into separate portion-size compartments, in modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), mean consumers can store food in the fridge for longer without compromising food safety. Alan Davey said: “While food waste remains such a major problem for the environment, it is essential for all the links in the food supply chain to play

their part in solving the problem. At LINPAC Packaging, we are acutely aware of our role in helping consumers minimise waste by designing innovative packaging solutions which enable them to only select the food they want to use and in maximising the shelf life of stored products in their homes. “Well-designed packaging can help consumers buy the right amount of food and then keep it in the best condition for longer. LINPAC Packaging split packs are designed so that the consumer can buy a tray of four chicken fillets for example, open one side of the pack and use two of

Mr Davey added: “At LINPAC Packaging, we recognise our role in helping retailers deliver safer food products and support them and consumers minimise waste by designing new safer, innovative packaging solutions. It is essential that the products we develop also respond to changing lifestyles and consumer concerns. Food waste and sustainable packaging is very much at the top of the agenda and we are committed to developing packaging solutions which are innovative, ground-breaking and capable of addressing the challenges of the future.”

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Asia – the breeding ground for Hybrid Marketing

In 2013, China will be explosive with All in Print, FESPA Asia, Labelexpo Asia (to name a few). In August 2013, Pack Print International will run its successful third round in Bangkok, Thailand, while Mumbai will host Ipex India 2013. With the aggressive influx of tradeshows, is Asia really that far behind? Christel Lee thinks out loud. As the anticipation commences on which countries to expect the most attention from, would it be uncanny to assume China may just keep her hands to herself this year?

Tradeshow organisers will be scrambling for the dollars spread across a central budget from the usual suspects – trying to convince exhibitors their tradeshow will bring the most mileage.

The pulling of the plug on digimedia 2013 by Messe Dusseldorf due to lukewarm response from exhibitors may be an indication of questionable cost-effectiveness for tradeshows in Europe. After all, most of the major dollars were spent at drupa. Players from the offset arena have spelled out their intention to not bring in equipment for live demonstrations, which translates to a significant decline in booth space bookings. That leaves the stage for the digital players to showcase their best. However, with the emergence of new breeds of marketers, will these tradeshows still pack the punch they used to? My conversation with warhorse, Bob Pente, President of Canada-based Wired Pente Inc indicates otherwise. “I think digital is at a watershed moment in Asia. I watched it move forward in North America, a lot of the same stuff

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– triumphs and failures. The transition from offset to digital and from digital to cross-channel is very similar to what we experience in the western world,” he shares.

put them under the “umbrella of your printing company”. As a result, you become a channel delivery specialist! It’s purely a state of mind! That would be the single greatest factor to success.”

Partnerships are key to success Tradeshows and print per se have grown so mature that they cannot be the only tools to reach out to customers. The recent gradual withdrawal of many major exhibitors for Ipex 2014 has sent significant messages to the industry about marketing.

He concludes this concept is still nascent and suggests when it cements its position in Asia, the industry will notice a strong sense of collaboration, leading to success.

Pente has offered a new way to reach out to the masses. “Given my experience in western culture and the world, the single greatest formula for success in variable communication, the 1:1 market, is the ability to leave the ego at the door and partner with other companies with skill sets that complement yours. “‘Ink on paper’ is a way of communicating, just like ‘online communication’. You might be a printer – doing impressive work. You get a client who is interested in tapping into the online space, one-to-one marketing or print. The first thing I would do is to find an online company with the same philosophies, and partner with them –

Go with a change Back to the subject of tradeshows, earlier points do not serve to imply tradeshows are not good methods of marketing. Instead, if the players consider cross-media unreservedly, it can be an untapped source of profits. It’s within everybody’s anticipation what is to be seen at booths. However, it’s pertinent to not spend investment dollars blindly. Pente notes, “The press is only the tool that allows you to do business in a particular arena. If you don’t have a solid business model, your print method doesn’t matter. You are going lose anyway – either due to bad luck, lack of attention or a combination of the two. “Despite falling volumes in print

runs, change in business models allows businesses to remain profitable. However, it requires thinking about the business differently. Those who fail are likely to be those who could not think differently. The fundamental differences in those technologies are a severe impediment if you are sitting on the wrong side of the fence! The question about Asia While many in the industry insist Asia remains perpetually behind, Pente begs to differ! “I don’t think Asia is behind. It means Europe and America get to make the mistakes first! We look at western markets as a source to consume what is produced in Asia. Many assume that when Europe and America struggle, Asia follows suit. However you shouldn’t forget there is a very large consumption base in Asia as well. “Exporting does help in GDP but by the same token, there is a rapidly growing middle class in this part of the world. That’s what primarily drives the consumption. Follow that model everywhere in the world and that (to me) is a massive advantage, notwithstanding Asia is five years behind,” Pente highlights.

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Auto recovery leaves newspapers behind Although the sales of new vehicles hit a five-year peak in 2012, automotive advertising at newspapers was on track at year’s end to decline for the ninth straight year – and likely headed to the lowest level since 1979. The continuing slump in auto advertising at newspapers, which has persisted in spite of a healthy rebound that powered new vehicle sales to 14.5 million units in 2012, is perhaps one of the best examples of how technology irrevocably has changed the behaviors of both buyers and sellers in what once was one of the most significant and reliable categories for publishers. As we will see in a moment, the new dynamics of the marketplace make it highly unlikely that auto advertising, which once reliably tracked the ups and downs in the economy, will return to

its former prominence for newspapers. First, the numbers: In the third quarter of this year, auto classified slipped by 0.9% to $255.5 million, according to the Newspaper Association of America, an industryfunded trade group. In the same period, vehicle advertising by auto makers across all national media – print, broadcast, Internet and outdoor – surged 26% to $2.7 billion, according to the Nielsen marketing-information service. Beyond the advertising bought by the factories, Nielsen said local dealers boosted their spending by 22% to $1 billion. Thus, newspapers captured less than 7% of auto advertising in the three-month period. The feeble newspaper auto sales in the third quarter of last year contrast with the $1.1 billion of vehicle advertising sold in the same period in 2005, the last year before publishing revenues began a catastrophic tumble that has cut the industry's aggregate ad revenues by more than half. Thus, as illustrated in the chart below, publishers have lost three-quarters of their ad volume in this key vertical in just seven years. The once-powerful partnership between auto dealers and publishers has collapsed because consumers for the better part of the last decade have moved to shopping for cars on highly optimized digital sites, rather than in print. Well aware of the ability of consumers to compare models, read ratings, peruse inventories and negotiate terms while still in their pajamas, both dealers and manufacturers are shifting ever-greater

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Management/General 45 portions of their marketing budgets to the digital media in the interests of intercepting potential customers early in the decision-making process. The exodus of auto advertising from newspapers began well before the onset of the Great Recession in late 2007. After peaking at an all-time high of $5.2 billion in 2003, auto advertising began falling in 2004 – a good four years ahead of the recession – and has continued to slide ever since. The trend in the first nine months of this year suggests newspapers collectively will sell approximately $1 billion in vehicle advertising for all of 2012 – or less than 20% of the volume achieved in 2003. Assuming the projection is accurate, this will bring the industry’s auto sales to the lowest level since 1979, according to records maintained by the NAA. Back in 2003, auto advertising delivered a significant 11.6% of industry revenues for publishers. This year, my projections show vehicle advertising will generate no better than 5% of total print and online sales. (While the NAA does not detail the sources of online revenues in its reports, Jim Conaghan, the trade group’s research chief, said in an interview that he believes auto contributes approximately 15% of the industry’s total digital revenues.) The secular shift in the way consumers buy cars is detailed in a comprehensive new report from AIM Group, a research and consulting firm formerly known as Classified Intelligence. The report, which is available here, costs $795.

The reason auto sellers are forsaking newspapers is that “most buyers made vehicle and dealer decisions before stepping foot in any showroom,” said AIM in the report. “Then, 40% went straight to their chosen dealership and bought.” In addition to visiting such pure-play sites as Auto Trader, Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, eBay and Cars.Com, AIM said consumers also shop and share information on eBay, Facebook and Craig’s List. Cars.Com is owned by A. H. Belo, Gannett, McClatchy, Tribune Co. and Washington Post Co., a quintet of newspaper publishers who were wise enough to hedge their bets by investing in what has become one of the top pure-play sites. Instead of kicking tires at car dealers on Saturday morning, consumers today “talk pre-sale with dealers by email, live chat, text and social media,” said AIM. Noting that 15% of consumers are shopping for cars on mobile devices and many shoppers also are comparing

models among themselves on the social media, Jim Townsend, the editor of the AIM report, said “social-mobile” services will further transform the way buyers and sellers interact. “If you think about what your customers already are doing with their phones and tablets, you really can’t afford to ignore the trend of social-mobile,” said Townsend. “Incorporating socialmedia tools like Facebook, user reviews and social sharing of information into auto advertising is the direction every publisher needs to go.” About Alan D. Mutter Mutter began his career as a newspaper columnist and editor at the Chicago Daily News and later rose to City Editor of the Chicago Sun-Times. In 1984, he became No. 2 editor of the San Francisco Chronicle. He left the newspaper business in 1988 to join InterMedia Partners, a start-up that became one of the largest cable-TV companies in the United States. Mutter was the COO of InterMedia when he moved to Silicon Valley in 1996 to join the first of the three startup companies he led as CEO. The companies he headed were a pioneering Internet service provider and two enterprise-software companies. Mutter now is a consultant specialising in corporate initiatives and new media ventures involving journalism and technology. Mutter also is on the adjunct faculty of the Graduate School of Journalism at the University of California at Berkeley.

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Businesses partnering with Kodak aren’t just embracing change — they’re igniting it. Creating dynamic multi-channel marketing campaigns that integrate targeted print with digital communications to raise ROI to new heights. Developing high-impact packaging graphics that dominate the shelf. And tapping into global business services that blaze clear paths for growth. This is how Kodak is giving printers, publishers, and enterprises the solutions they need to take business to an infinitely brighter place.

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Esko scores successes with Full HD Flexo Esko is reporting several successes with its new Full Hd Flexo technology at customer sites throughout the world. At drupa 2012, Esko first presented the next-generation Hd Flexo plate imaging concept technology: Full Hd Flexo (www.esko.com/HdFlexo). now, 6 months later, Esko is happy to report customer acceptance and successes at several sites around the world, amongst whom is the well-known german flexo company Bischof + Klein. Bischof + Klein (www.bk-international. com), based in Germany, is one of Europe's leading full-service suppliers of flexible plastic and paper packaging and technical films. Helmut Wenzl, Operations Manager at the Konzell printing plant of Bischof + Klein, comments: “Thanks to the installation of Esko's CDI with Inline UV2, Bischof + Klein is able to execute 'Full HD' flexo printing with high screen rulings and a convincing solid ink laydown. The first productions in higher print runs up to 250.000m also showed a very consistently reproduced quality, with print results exactly matching the proofs. We therefore already have many production jobs to be handled with Full

HD Flexo in the pipeline. The positive feedback of our customers and last but not least, the DTFA-Award we've won, assured us we choose the right path with Esko's Full HD Flexo.” "We will convert all round top HD Flexo jobs to Full HD Flexo. The exciting thing is that Full HD Flexo gives a much better long run consistency of fine highlights at high lineatures," adds André Kölker, Team Leader Repro / Project Manager at Bischof + Klein. Full HD Flexo technology The Full HD Flexo technology combines Inline UV2 digital main exposure inside the Cyrel Digital Flexo plate imager (CDI) with innovative HD imaging and screening technology. Full

HD Flexo extends the boundaries of flexo printing for flexible packaging. By enabling the formation of different dot structures in one single plate, the combination of smooth highlight printing and gravure-like solid ink laydown can be achieved. The result is a superior flexo plate that is delivering unique print quality in highlights, midtones, shadows and solids of a print job. It raises flexo print quality to an unprecedented level - comparable to gravure, digital print and even offset and allows customers to cost-effectively deliver against the specific requirements of brand owners. "We go beyond the binary discussion of flat top dots or round top dots, and create the best

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possible combination of dot structures on one and the same plate. Especially for flexible packaging converters this is a giant step forward as work can be done more cost effective without loss in quality, while gaining brand color consistency," says Dr. Thomas Klein, R&D Manager Flexo Business at Esko. Rolling out Full HD Flexo “The fast acceptance and excellent results of this new technology are encouraging”, concludes Juergen Andresen, Vice President Flexo Business at Esko, “Now we are finalizing installations at a range of early adopter sites, we get ready for a global rollout as from early 2013 onwards.” About Esko Esko is a global supplier of integrated solutions for packaging, sign and display finishing, commercial printing and professional publishing. Esko products and services help customers raise productivity, reduce time-to-market, lower costs and expand business and improve profitability. Portfolio Esko is the worldwide market leader with software for artwork creation, structural design, pre-production, workflow automation, quality assurance and online collaboration. Esko solutions support and manage the packaging and print processes at brand owners, retailers, designers and packaging manufacturers. CDI flexo computer-to-plate imagers and Kongsberg digital finishing systems complete the portfolio for the packaging, label, signage and display industries.

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EPSON drives commercial & industrial printing As part of its mid term growth strategy to 2015, Epson, a world leader in digital imaging and printing solutions has delivered on its promise to drive growth in commercial and industrial printing by launching six new printer models. Epson SureColor SC-S70670 – the top-of-the-line SureColor S-Series printer featuring the new 10-colour Epson UltraChrome GSX ink set (Available Now)

lution. Available in three models that share the same 64-inch wide format, the new printers offer specialised benefits for different customer needs:

These comprise of: • Three signage printers: The Epson SureColor S series • Three Computer Aided Design (CAD) printers: The Epson SureColor T series These new commercial and industrial printers harness the power of Epson’s leading “Micro Piezo” piezoelectric print head technology to give customers highly valued capabilities ranging from low cost, to high speed and high quality printing. Most importantly, the low heat involved in the operation of the Micro Piezo print heads allows a wider range of ink types and substrates to be used compared to competing inkbased technologies. Epson President Minoru Usui, who was also the lead engineer of the team

that developed Epson’s Micro Piezo technology in the early 90s says: “Epson’s Micro Piezo technology is ideal for almost any industrial printing application. Therefore, it is my dream that one day, everything will be printed by Epson.”

Epson SureColor S30670 – Affordability (4-ink, single print head) Offering exceptional value, the new Epson SureColor SC-S30670 uses a new generation, cost-competitive Epson UltraChrome GS2 4-colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) ink set. When it was first shown at the DRUPA 2012 printing tradeshow in May 2012, the printer won the prestigious European

“When Epson launched its first commercial and industrial printers in 2009, they surprised the industry with their quality and performance,” said James Lim, Regional Department Head for Commercial & Industrial Printing, Epson Southeast Asia. “Today, we reaffirm our customers’ trust in us with these six new commercial & industrial printers that will deliver specialised benefits – from cost savings to performance, to the highest quality prints.”

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New Epson SureColor S Series Signage Printers The Epson SureColor S series takes over Epson’s highly-regarded Stylus Pro GS6000 as the commercial printing industry’s premier sign printing so-

Epson SureColor SC-S50670 – Speed (4 or 5 ink (white optional), dual print head) The Epson SureColor SC-S50670 is the world’s fastest sign printer (60-inch and above) that offers customers un-

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matched productivity. It achieves its extreme print speed of up to 51.8 square meters per hour by using dual Micro Piezo TFP (Thin Film Piezo) print heads and two sets of the same Ultrachrome GS2 four-color inks featured in the SureColor SC-30670. In addition, customers can opt for a variant that features white inks. This variant uses two sets of five-colour (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black and White) Epson UltraChrome GS2 inks. The additional white ink enables users to print on specialised materials like metallic and transparent film, which have become very popular for premium advertising signages. Epson SureColor SC-S70670 – Quality (8 or 10 ink, dual print head)

The Epson SureColor SC-S70670 tops the new Epson SureColor S series range and the sign printing market as the model with the highest print quality and colour accuracy. Delivering this capability is the printer’s Micro Piezo TFP print head and Epson UltraChrome GSX 10-color ink set that supports white and metallic ink for the widest colour gamut. Also available is a variant of the SureColor SC-S70670 that has an 8-colour UltraChrome GSX ink set that does not have the white and metallic ink for users that do not require them. Shared features of the Epson SureColor S series printers Epson UltraChrome GS2 / GSX ink sets – The Epson UltraChrome GS2 and GSX ink sets used by the Epson

SureColor S series printers are a new generation environmentally-friendly eco-solvent inks. Odourless, nickelfree and needing no special ventilation for curing, they are ideal for printing in enclosed offices. Prints using these new ink sets are extremely durable, and have been tested to be lightfast for up to three years outdoors without lamination (based on Epson tests using ISO 18930 standard). The inks are also compatible with virtually all standard coated or uncoated solvent media, including adhesive based vinyl, sign banner media and canvas media to produce fine art prints. This gives a lot of flexibility to users to lower their printing cost by choosing cheaper media to print on. Epson Micro Piezo Thin Film Piezo (TFP) print head - Engineered to deliver double the nozzle density with 720 nozzles per colour, this new print head delivers a high 1440 x 1440dpi resolution and superb quality print output at a much faster speed compared to its predecessor. Individual heating system - The Epson SureColor S series printers feature three separate built-in heaters to ensure the best print quality and rapid drying time. Adobe Illustrator plug-in software - For start up businesses, the software enables users to print from Adobe Illustrator CS5 files directly without needing to install the Rastor Image Processing (RIP) application, which results in significant cost savings. The free software (downloadable on Epson website) enables basic editing functions such as media setting and colour management. New, accurate media loading system The new printer design comes with an Auto Tension Control system which ensures highly accurate automatic paper feeding. It also comes with a new lift lever which allows for easy loading and unloading of heavy roll media and simplifies the process to a one-man operation. Status notification system - A new and unique feature available in the Epson SureColor S series is the status notification system which sends an email

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SC-T5070 SC-T3070 alert to the user to prompt for print job completion, print errors and/ or ink depletion. The email alert can be configured for smart phones or tablet devices so that users need not constantly monitor the print status. Energy Star certification - The Epson SureColor S series is Energy Star certified for low power consumption during operation and standby mode, thereby reducing running cost and environmental impact. New Epson SureColor T Series Printers The Epson SureColor T series is the company’s first printer series that is specially designed for technical / Computer Aided Design (CAD) printing. The printers in this series have identical features that have been optimized for technical printing needs, but come in a 24-inch, 36-inch or 44-inch wide format, allowing users to choose the ideal size for their requirements and budget. The power of Epson Micro Piezo technology for technical / CAD printing The Epson SureColor T series printers introduce Epson's multi award-winning Micro Piezo Advanced TFP print head technology to the technical / CAD printing industry for the first time. The piezoelectric based inkjet print head gives the T series a maximum resolution of 2880 x 1440 dpi and features Epson’s Variable-size Droplet Technology (VSDT) that can eject ink droplets in multiple sizes to enhance clarity and recreate fine detail while delivering optimum efficiency for larger areas of colour. The printers’ highly power-

efficient Micro Piezo print head also generates less heat in operation, thereby qualifying them for an Energy Star certification. New Epson UltraChrome XD ink The Epson SureColor T series comes with a new Epson UltraChrome XD Ink which was specifically developed for technical and CAD printing. Working in tandem with the Micro Piezo print head, the UltraChrome XD inks produce high-quality, durable prints with deep blacks, a wide colour gamut and crisp, dense lines with a minimum width of 0.02mm. The inks are also environmentally friendly as they are water based. High speed printing - Using a 4-colour ink set, the printers are fast, reliable

and economical. Each printer is able to generate an A1 printout in a mere 28 seconds (in draft mode on plain paper). This makes them ideal for printing architectural designs and plans, GIS maps, presentations, as well as posters and indoor signage. Further improving efficiency, the printers are quick to set up, with automatic photo and matte black ink switching, and are so easy to use that operators do not need special training. User friendly operation - Designed to fit into an office environment, these printers feature sleek styling, small footprint, top-loading media path, low operation noise and can be fully operated from the front, allowing them to be positioned against a wall. SC-T7070

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Digital Wallcovering Solution for High Value Interior Décor Market HP has announced a new HP digital printing solution for wallcoverings, helping print service providers (PSPs) and wallcovering manufacturers capture more of the growing custom décor market The solution consists of a modular range of design software, media, printing and finishing options to help customers expand their wallcovering business. Components include: The HP WallArt Solution, an easyto-use, cloud-based web service that simplifies the design, visualisation and production of customised wallcoverings(1); Solutions from new partner AVA, including design software and the AVA raster image processor (RIP) for file preparation as well as ripping with enhanced colour management in addition to improved efficiency; A wide range of compatible wall decoration media from HP and partners, including coated and uncoated, non-woven, vinyl, paper and PVC-free substrates(2); The HP Designjet L26500 and L28500 Printer series for printing proofs or short runs directly to production media; High-volume, on-demand wallcovering production with the HP Scitex LX600 and LX850 Industrial Printers, which provide environmental certifications such as the GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification ProgrammeSM;(3) and Automatic, accurate panel cutting from partner Fotoba International. "In the commercial, retail and residential markets, demand for unique décor is rapidly growing as both consumers and designers seek new ways to reflect their individual tastes, values and experiences in their homes as well as businesses," said Xavier Garcia, vice president and general

manager, Sign and Display, HP. "The new digital printing solution from HP and our industry-leading partners helps PSPs and wallcovering manufacturers deliver this unique differentiation, bringing customers' creativity to life." HP WallArt Solution provides an easy entry into customised wallcovering design For customers interested in growing their wallcovering business, the HP WallArt Solution offers an intuitive, and easy-to-use design tool that allows PSPs or wallcovering manufacturers to design themselves or work with customers through the cloud to produce customised wallcoverings. (1) The HP WallArt Solution enables the designer to enter precise room dimensions and easily work around windows and doors, giving designers more time to spend creating with an automated measurement process. Customers can also render realistic visualisations of wallcoverings using their own content for backgrounds, objects and text with advanced image quality as well as scaling features. Requiring no special software or infrastructure support, the cloudbased HP WallArt Solution, allows for fast, convenient client reviews and approvals, keeping all parties involved throughout the process.(1) Colour management and increased productivity with new HP partner AVA New HP partner AVA has delivered computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software to the printed decorative, textile and wallpaper industries for more than 20 years. With AVA design and file

preparation software, designers can work easily with repeated patterns. The software solutions can also improve colour management with accurate screen-to-print colour matching, accuracy between layers and the ability to match digital prints to analogue in a hybrid print environment.(4) The AVA RIP gives customers increased colour control, faster ripping times and a seamless workflow from file preparation to printing.(5) The RIP increases colour saturation and gamut for high-quality wallcoverings as well as helping achieve realistic colours on

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Wide Format / Proofing Technology non-white media. As part of the fully integrated solution, the software also automatically generates cut marks for the Fotoba cutter, simplifying the cutting process. HP Latex offers broad media compatibility, proofing and highquality production Once the wallcovering is designed, customers can choose from a wide range of compatible substrates from HP and industry-leading media providers. HP Latex Printing Technologies have been internally tested with more than 25

For high-volume production of customized wallcoverings, the HP Scitex LX600 and LX850 Industrial Printers offer media versatility, a wide colour gamut and vivid colours up to 1200 dots per inch. With unattended overnight printing at production speeds, an optional dual roll kit(6) and prints that come off the printer dry and ready to use, customers can increase productivity and reduce running costs. HP proofing and production printers with HP Latex Inks give customers a

complicated process of cutting wallcoverings, Fotoba International is helping PSPs and manufacturers streamline workflow with automatic, accurate panel cutting. The new XLD 170 WP automatic cutting device is designed specifically for wallcovering panels, delivering precise edge panel cutting on a wide range of media. The new solution offers horizontal cutting and vertical slitting of multiple panels simultaneously on pieces up to 1.7m (5.57 ft) wide. The XLD 170 WP also works with the automatic cut marks created by a wide variety of RIPs including AVA, Caldera and ONYX. (1) Requires an HP WallArt account, Internet connection and connected Internet-capable device. One year free trial license. Cancel at any time. After the free trial, a full HP WallArt license may be purchased. For more information, see www.hp.com/ go/wallart. (2) For HP PVC-free Wall Paper, chemical analysis demonstrated elemental chlorine to be below 200 ppm. Presence of chlorine is attributed to residual chlorine used in the paper-making process, and not due to the presence of PVC. (3) HP WallArt printed with HP Latex Inks and other prints on HP PVC-free Wall Paper printed with HP Latex Inks are GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certified.SM See www.greenguard.org.

wall décor media, including embossed, coated and uncoated, non-woven, vinyl, paper and PVC-free wallpaper(2) substrates. Media profiles are available for download from HP at http://www. hp.com/go/mediasolutionslocator. The HP Designjet L26500 and L28500 Printer series allows customers to print proofs or very short runs directly on the production media, eliminating doubts about how the design will appear on the final product. Ideal for design studios or small PSPs, these high-quality HP Latex printers are both affordable and easy to use.

competitive advantage with recognized indoor air quality certifications. HP Latex Ink prints are GREENGUARD Children & Schools CertifiedSM,(3) meet AgBB criteria(7) and the inks have achieved UL Sustainable Product Certification.(8) These inks produce odourless prints(9) ideal for residential, healthcare and other sensitive environments as well as help improve the work environment with no requirements for hazard warning labels. Fotoba wallcovering cutting solution reduces bottlenecks Transforming the traditionally

(4) Contact AVA CAD CAM at sales@avacadcam.com for accurate colour management recommendations and criteria. (5) Applicable to the HP Designjet L26500 Printer series only. (6) With the purchase of the optional dual-roll accessory for HP Scitex LX600 Industrial Printers. (7) HP Wall Art printed on HP PVC-free Wall Paper and other prints on HP PVC-free Wall Paper printed with HP Latex Inks meet AgBB criteria for healthrelated evaluation of VOC emissions of indoor building products. See www.umweltbundesamt.de/ produkte-e/bauprodukte/agbb.htm. (8) Certification under the UL Environmental Standard for Sustainability for Printing Inks (UL 2801) demonstrates that an ink meets a range of stringent criteria related to human health and environmental considerations. Referred to as CCD040, an EcoLogo® standard, in Canada. Learn more at ul.com/environment. (9) Some substrates may have inherent odour.

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News OMET Suzhou proudly presents its new Technology Centre OMET Suzhou Mechanical Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of the Italian company OMET Srl was founded in 2007 and is in charge for the sale of both printing presses and tissue converting machines in the territory of China, as well as a large production department dedicated to OMET systems in motion.

Global large format printer shipments slipped 5% in third quarter in 2012 During the period, shipments in emerging markets reportedly declined 3.9% overall, while mature markets reported 5.8% decline in shipments yearover-year. Large format printer (LFP) shipments declined 5% worldwide during the third quarter (3Q) of 2012 to 73,000 units, despite rise reported by several emerging markets, according to a new report. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Large Format Printer Tracker, the rise in printer shipments was witnessed in emerging nations including Latin America, Central and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. During the period, shipments in across emerging markets declined 3.9% overall, while mature markets reported 5.8% decline in shipments year-over-year. IDC Worldwide Large Format Printer Tracker programme manager Phuong Hang said although shipments have slowed over the past year, IDC expects large format printers to remain a significant market in the future. "LFPs are moving into new applications, especially in graphics, that will help to offset losses caused by the sluggish global economy," Hang said. During the quarter, the technical application segment reported 42,500 units shipped, down 3.4% yer-over-year, while technical represented the highest

market segment reporting a share of 58% of the overall LFP market when compared to the same period in 2011. The graphics application segment reported 7% decline during the quarter with 30,400 shipments that accounted for 42% of the overall market. HP topped the list in the highest shipments even though it reported 10.1% decline in shipments, followed by Epson, Canon, while Oce reported sharp drop off in shipments as well as Roland captured 3.1% share of the overall LFP market, during the quarter. Xerox pulls the plug for Ipex 2014 The next biggest tradeshow in the industry, Ipex has suffered yet another withdrawal from one of the biggest exhibitor – straight after HPs similar decision. Jeff Jacobson, president of Xerox Global Graphic Communications, reportedly pulled the plug on 21 December 2012. The announcement came in form of a blog, which was run two working days before Christmas. “With the marketing landscape changing as fast as the Graphic Communications industry, we are reevaluating how best to reach customers and prospects, and have decided not to participate in IPEX 2014,” the entry read. According to the Ipex 2014 floorplan published following HP’s withdrawal in June last year, Xerox was set to be the third largest digital exhibitor, with a floorspace of 2,187sqm, after Canon (2,584.5sqm) and Ricoh (2,349sqm).

Since 2012 the Chinese plant has its own Printing Technology Center with presses on display. The Technology Center and Showroom is strategic to the development of the relationship with customers and above all offers the possibility to show the machines at work by giving the clients an intuitive (and active!) grasp of the equipment potential. In OMET Suzhou technology centre work full time two skilled engineers that were trained in Italy. The Center is about 200 square meters and has presently on display one XFlex X2 370, which has been sold already to Yanfeng Plastic Packing Co. Ltd., China. One XFlex X4 370 mm with 12 colours, 2 screen, 2 cold foil and 2 rewinders is on its way to China and is scheduled to arrive within February 2013. OMET Suzhou is a vital reality, perfectly integrated in the Chinese printing market and with great possibilities of expansion. China printing industry, which held a 9,16% of the global output in 2011, develops rapidly as a whole with the packaging and decoration sector holding the largest proportion - up to 33.3% and the best growth rate. In November 2012 an Open House was held with more than 50 representatives from 25 companies including present and potential customers. The general

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News feeling was that OMET presses are a true response to the present market requests and all the delegates showed a lot of interest in OMET innovation. The flexibility on all types of materials and their sturdy construction were A new Open House will be organized as soon as possible with the arrival of the new press to China.

solution from Muller Martini provides top quality while keeping production costs low. Connected inline with the T300 inkjet printing press from HP, the SigmaLine processes print products in a single operation from printing data to the completed book. Thanks to Connex, the data and process management system from Muller Martini, all production lines communicate seamlessly with one another.

Open House at Kodansha in Japan: First Fully Integrated Digital Book Production Solution in Japan Wins Over Authors with its First-Class Quality The Japanese publishing house Kodansha presented the fully integrated SigmaLine digital book production solution from Muller Martini at an open house event in Saitama on 7 December 2012, impressing more than 180 visitors from across Japan

“The SigmaLine allows us to publish books in small print runs with high efficiency in a very short time,” Kenjiro Umezaki, General Manager of the Kodansha Manufacturing Division told the over 180 guests. “This investment will bring us considerable advantages: it enables us to produce smaller print runs cost-effectively and to produce individual books extremely quickly. This new possibility has already gained us the confidence of authors.”

For Kodansha Fujimono Digital Press and Finishing Factory, one of Japan's leading publishing houses, it was clear that an investment in the latest book printing technology for the production of small print runs in the field of softcover books would really pay off. The SigmaLine digital book production

“We started development of the SigmaLine very early on,” said Bruno Müller, CEO of Muller Martini, in his opening speech. “The SigmaLine, which was first presented at the drupa 2004, is now a complete solution that manages ultra-short runs and enables flexible and cost-effective production.

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Combining the SigmaLine with a Pantera for digital perfect binding, our customers can equip themselves for the challenges of today and tomorrow. With the SigmaLine customers can constantly reap the benefits of digital printing in combination with print finishing as a unique complete system.” Landa too full to participate in Ipex It’s been reported Landa Corporation decided to give the upcoming Ipex a miss due to the influx of orders for their nano presses. A spokesperson for the company says, "As we are in a position with over 400 orders in hand, exhibiting at international trade shows is not currently required to meet our business objectives. The company is committed, however, to keeping the industry fully informed about Nanography, and in the case of Ipex, Benny Landa will deliver a keynote presentation at the Ipex Global Print Summit that runs alongside the show." Whether Ipex will allow Landa to give his presentation now he has snubbed exhibiting is not yet known. Benny Landa has just set the industry on fire at drupa, where he launched the new nano printing technology concept. Many seem to have expected to Landa use Ipex as the commercial launch of his nanographic presses.

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News Landa is committed to drupa 2016 as his next major trade show outing, in fact as his only trade show in the next three years. Landa was one of the few developers that was supportive of drupa’s recent aborted attempt to switch to a new three year cycle, a move which would have probably spelt the end for Ipex. Landa’s non-appearance at Ipex will have some industry skeptics believing his nascent print technology will not be moving towards commercialisation as quickly as first anticipated. Mahalaxmi RubTech Ltd challenges European and Chinese blanket players The industry can point out the top players for offset blankets and vouch for their renowned quality. However, the blanket ring just got hotter with the entry of India with their own to address the needs of the local market. It’s known importing costs has taken a toll on many companies’ margin, not to mention some black sheep that produces questionable qualities. Unfortunately, the two main sources of manufacturers did dominate. Mahalaxmi RubTech Ltd has launched their in-house produce in November 2012; the manufacturing structure of these blankets is inspired by European processes. The firm has also introduced European manufacturing technology and roped in European consultants to abet its endeavour of offering international quality at Indian prices. A senior spokesperson of Mahalaxmi RubTech Ltd, said:“Our objectives from the outset have been eloquent. We have believed in good quality, sincere services and new technologies. The venture into offset printing blankets is just an extension of the years of hard work

that we have put into textile blankets manufacturing. However it has not been easy understanding the applications of developing and manufacturing of offset printing blankets. “We have given specific attention to the minutest details during the manufacturing process. Our continuous research and constant development has enabled us to offer the best offset printing blanket for Indian offset printers. Our focus is neither on low cost cheap quality product nor on offering unaffordable printing blankets that come with lot of additional costs of bulk buying and untimely deliveries, rather our efforts will be to provide reasonable priced high quality blankets offering good value for money. We are certain that dealers and printing houses will find immense value in our offering.” Mahalaxmi RubTech Ltd, widely known as MRT, has been offering unparalleled rubber textile printing blankets for years, with export to over 25 countries worldwide. It is a part of The Mahalaxmi Group which has pursued excellence for over 40 years, marking its successful presence in the sectors of textiles, chemicals and rubber. It is the integration of these technologies and high quality products that has generated immense value and goodwill for the group. Identifying niches and catering to the needs of the market has always been the specialty of the group. The Mahalaxmi Group has founded its business on a corporate philosophy of blending conventional and modern technologies, to produce ideal manufacturing solutions. Staying true to this philosophy, the group has hit yet another master stroke by announcing the launch of Indian made offset printing blankets.

Enfocus Switch 11 integrates with EFI Fiery® XF and ColorproofTM XF Enfocus announces its Enfocus Switch 11 can be setup to automatically connect to EFI’s Fiery® XF or Colorproof™ XF RIP. This new automation capability will benefit a broad range of professionals involved in large to super-wide format printing such as ad agencies, prepress businesses, publishers, newspapers, packaging companies, full-service printing houses, photographers and print shops. Connection to EFI’s Fiery® XF or Colorproof™ XF RIP is provided through a new configurator which comes standard with Switch 11 update 2 and later versions. EFI is a market-leading provider of nextgeneration digital technology, offering a broad range of digital print and inkjet solutions as well as advanced business automation software. “Our mission is to lead the print industry’s transformation from analogue to digital color through best-in-class products, technology and services. The integration with Enfocus Switch enables our customers to bridge the gap between their existing workflow and the Fiery's wide format production and proofing systems seamlessly,” says Stefan Spiegel, General Manager of Fiery wide format production and proofing at EFI. “At Enfocus, we aim to be a worldclass software vendor that provides solutions to the broad publishing market supporting end-to-end automation with an innovative modular and open approach," comments Angelo Manno, Global Account Manager Crossroads & OEM at Enfocus. "With EFI as a Crossroads partner, our customers can fully automate their digital print production workflows economically and without the need to manually intervene. This will reduce errors, streamline production and shorten time to market." Enfocus Switch enables fully automated and highly efficient print production Support for naming conventions, metadata, integration with databases, preflighting files, and more, helps customers take full advantage of Switch's Smart Automation features. Processed files are automatically routed to the appropriate RIP and output device for correct printing and finishing. Without any manual intervention, the correct settings for the output device will be used, such as color management, sheet size, rotation, scaling, nesting, tiling,

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News use for the printing of transactions, mail shots and books. Run sizes for magazines, periodicals and brochures are currently falling but, at the same time, product variety is on the increase. Processing times are becoming shorter and the increasing personalization of saddle stitched products presents publishers with new opportunities. These market trends put the focus on digital printing in this field as well.

step and repeat, footer, and finishing. EFI Fiery® XF is a high-performance RIP that reduces production time and unifies the handling of printing devices. It produces consistently accurate and vibrant colors and works with most major solvent, eco-solvent and UV printers such as EFI VUTEk®, EFI Wide Format, Epson, Canon, Mimaki, Mutoh and Roland printers. Colorproof™ XF is a professional-level proofing RIP that provides users with all the tools required to produce ISO 12647-7 / 8 compliant validation prints and contract proofs as well as G7 compliant prints on inkjet, laser and LED printers. Enfocus Crossroads makes automation challenges obsolete Enfocus Crossroads is a community related to Enfocus Switch automation. Comprising Crossroads Application Partners, Crossroads Integration Partners and Switch users, the community provides automation best practices to other Switch users and prospects. Crossroads Application Partners, now including EFI, have integrated their respective solutions with Switch, offering a centralized, automated and controlled environment to streamline pre-production through cross-media and print output. A dedicated Crossroads web portal (www.crossroads-world.com) provides an extensive source of information about Crossroads Partners and their integrated solutions. It also offers educational blogs, an interactive user forum and a

broad library of Switch flows that can be downloaded and imported into existing Switch workflows. Muller Martini at Hunkeler Innovationdays in Lucerne (February 11–15): Presto II Digital: Digital Printing Becomes Increasingly Attractive also for Saddle Stitched Products After becoming established on the book market, digital printing now offers new options also for innovative printed products thanks to improved printing quality and full color. Muller Martini will present a new industrial finishing solution for digitally printed products at Hunkeler Innovationdays in Lucerne (11–15 February) in the form of the Presto II Digital saddle stitcher. As demonstrated by the drupa 2012, high-performance inkjet digital printing has made its mark also in the field of high-quality color printing. As a result, it opens up new options for saddle stitched print products in addition to its existing

Three Print Products Produced Live in a Single Run At Hunkeler Innovationdays in Lucerne Muller Martini will present a compact solution for saddle stitched products in the form of the Presto II Digital. The tried-and-tested, highly automated saddle stitching system was already presented with a new control system as a digitalready solution at the drupa and will now be shown in Lucerne for the industrial finishing of digitally printed products. Muller Martini will display the Presto II Digital with a high-performance processing folder, two signature feeders, a cover folder feeder, the stitching machine and a three-knife trimmer in combination with an unwinding system, a fold/merge module and a cross cutter from Hunkeler. Three different products will be produced live in a continuous run at the trade fair stand. The cover can be fed copy-specific if required. Demand for First-Class Stitching Quality “Quality expectations regarding digitally printed, saddle stitched products are just as high as for conventional print products,” says Dragan Volic, Marketing Director for Print Finishing Systems at Muller Martini. “With the Presto II Digital we can offer the customary first-class stitching quality and all the finishing options enabled by our flexible modular design.” High trim quality, center cutting, film wrapping and palletizing are just some examples of the (almost) unlimited possibilities that Muller Martini offers for the product

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News design of digitally printed products. High Degree of Investment Protection The Presto II Digital provides a high degree of investment protection, making it an ideal solution for small and medium-sized enterprises. A saddle stitcher equipped with signature feeders for conventional use can be expanded at any time for use in digital printing. “Switches between the two production types and combined products, i.e. a combination of digitally printed signatures, conventionally printed signatures and selective cover feeding, are possible at any time,” explains Volic. “The modular design provides elegant expansion options and prepares the Presto II Digital for future requirements in the field of inkjet digital printing.” As a first configuration, the Presto II Digital can be loaded from a pre-printed roll, fitted with folding modules for multipage signatures or equipped for single-sheet processing. Naturally the saddle stitcher can also be used as a fully integrated inline solution (digital printing with print finishing). Here the Connex data and process management system from Muller Martini comes into its own by enabling the seamless interplay and optimal control of all aggregates. Discover manroland India at PRINTPACK INDIA 2013 At the 11th PRINTPACK INDIA 2013 exhibition to be held at Greater Noida in February 2013, manroland India will demonstrate its revolutionary web press CROMOMAN 4-1, designed exclusively for the Indian market. manroland India’s booth in Hangar 1 will highlight the company’s competence in web and sheetfed offset technology, print

consumables, mailroom equipment and value added services. Understanding the current market requirements in high productivity, efficient newspaper production, manroland web systems has designed the CROMOMAN 4-1 exclusively for the Indian market. Within 12 months of its official launch, the press boasts of two successful installations in the Indian market at Times of India in Pune and Kolkata. These presses have been independently installed by manroland India’s team of experienced web engineers. manroland India has built a strong web service team of Indian engineers exclusively trained at the company’s headquarters in Augsburg, Germany to cater to the Indian web customers. CROMOMAN 4-1: Made for India The CROMOMAN 4-1 is a double width, single circumference press with H-type printing units and floor mounted reel stands placed parallel to each other. Designed for speeds of up to 75,000 copies per hour offering various production options such as web width variability and quarter folds, the compact CROMOMAN can fit into existing buildings thus eliminating the need to construct a special building and reducing infrastructure costs drastically. With a strong focus on value added services and complete printing solutions, manroland India will exhibit printcom – manroland’s recently launched range of pressroom consumables at the exhibition. The printcom® portfolio consists of a comprehensive range of pressroom chemicals and products including founts, washes, de-glazers, rollers and blankets etc. All products are certified by

manroland’s R & D team in Augsburg for optimal printing results. On the sheetfed side, manroland India will highlight its benchmark ROLAND 700 press ideally suited for commercial and packaging printers. Manroland sheetfed recently announced the delivery of its 100th press after the acquisition of the company by UK based Langley Holdings. At Drupa last year, Manroland India signed a deal for installation of a six-colour ROLAND 700 HiPrint with an inline coater at Hira Print’s new printing facility in Mumbai. In addition, show visitors will have the opportunity to interact with technical experts from manroland India’s printservices team. Customers can also avail themselves of attractive discounts on the purchase of manroland spare parts and annual maintenance contracts for their presses at the manroland booth. A must see on the manroland booth will be the BÖWE SYSTEC range of mailroom and inserting systems. This will be the first time the two companies exhibit their products together since the announcement of their recent partnership in the Indian market. manroland India is the new sales and service partner for the revolutionary BÖWE SYSTEC products in the Indian market. With its strong sales and service network across more than 6 locations, manroland India is well poised to service the mailroom and inserting industry with BÖWE SYSTEC products and services. Lintec Graphic Films puts the ‘ace’ in Microaces Microaces is the latest company name on the lips of micro plane enthusiasts and hobbyists around the globe. The UK-based business, that offers a range of micro scale aircraft kits designed for four-channel radio control, was launched in September 2012 by Jon Porter and Simon Barr, who both have a passion for aviation history and micro scale radio control aircraft.

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Researched, designed and produced with aviation enthusiasts in mind, each plane is a close replica of a specific aircraft that was flown by an individual pilot during World War II, and inherited many of the characteristics of its full scale counterpart. The kits, which include replicas of the Focke-Wulf 190, P51 Mustang and ‘Battle of Britain’ Spitfire Spitfire Mk1a military aircraft, are a big step up from traditional methods of micro scale radio control model construction. It employs unique materials, innovative components and a comprehensive construction guide to ensure a successful build and end result. Putting the ‘ace’ in Microaces To separate itself from what is already a big market offering, Microaces wanted to develop and introduce a new covering material to give their kits a unique method of construction and incredibly detailed finish. One of Microaces’ key differentiators is the detailed high resolution graphics of its planes. And, to ensure these graphics are on par with the real thing, the company devised a new method of assembly and partnered with Lintec Graphic Films to develop a new covering film – separating these premium model aircrafts from the rest of its competitors. It was imperative that the film for Microaces’ aircraft ticked a number of boxes. It had to be lightweight to maximise aircraft performance, allow graphics to be printed in a very high resolution, needed to be stable with minimum stretch to maximise the aircraft strength, adhere to

a difficult application surface and be easy to handle. After carefully considering possible suppliers, Microaces decided to work with Lintec Graphic Films to create the ideal material. Jon Porter explains: “We wanted to work with a supplier that would understand our business and appreciate our requirements, and found this with Lintec Graphic Films. They bent over backwards to help us design a self adhesive film that perfectly complements the rest of the aircraft, and their specialist product development team walked the extra mile to ensure we could produce the best possible end-product. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner.” The companies worked closely together to design a lightweight self adhesive film that is easy to handle, exceptionally strong and allowing for high resolution graphics to be printed. This included developing a unique adhesive system that perfectly adheres to the planes’ highly textured low surface energy Depron® Foam construction. Jon concludes: “The film allows us to include even the minutest detail into our graphics and behaves ideally to assist the aircraft builder. I am extremely pleased with the end result, and the feedback we’ve already had from customers around the world is testimony to the high quality of the film they have created for us. Lintec Graphic Films has proved the perfect partner for us and I look forward to continue this relationship with them in the foreseeable future.

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