Printing Review, May-June 2017

THE PRINT INDUSTRY’S EVENT: IPEX 2017, Birmingham, UK, 31st Oct - 3rd November

Vol. 31 No.3 | May-June 2017 | New Delhi, India

Graphic Arts Magazine

Ipex 2017:

Roster Continues To Fill As Friedheim, Morgana, Pressxchange Sign Up

QuadTech

unveiled world-first “color management breakthroughs

Konica Minolta’s

bizhub PRESS C1085

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Print Market

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4 QuadTech unveiled world-first “color management breakthroughs” 7 IPEX Launches Design Challenge

4 Goss appoints Alles International as agent in South Korea

10 All in Print China 2018 - Enter the Era of Intelligent Printing Worldwide Magazine on Graphic Arts Technology ISSN : 0971-0795 Vol. 30 No.1 2016 | Annual Rs.2000 US$250 Rs.2000 | Overseas: India: Subscription: Annual Subscription: 2017| |January-February Vol.31 No.3 | May-June

Launches FedEx Customized Freight in China 1 62 FedEx Konica Minolta’s bizhub PRESS C1085 the Future -drupa 174 Touch YM Group adds Goss2016 Sunday 5000 Press

118 8 CHINAPLAS Cloud-based MWM Production Planning Tool 2016 Reaches 30th Edition 20 Happy 21st! NZME upgrades to meet needs of a changed industry

Editor

Editorial Advisory Board

Sarvjit

Alex & Lilly - Netherlands

Associate Editor

alex@vanbienen.net

23 TRESU exhibits flexo machine at CHINA PRINT 2017

Andy McCourt - Australia

believes in the power of QIPC – EAE 222 6 ABP Printsystem trusts in Tecnau for automatic cutting

UK Representative

324 0 Hybrid Updates for print professionals interested in the future-oriented printing: Offset and Digital join forces for newspapers

Reny

Joint Editors Vishwapreet Amrita

Production Rakesh

Marketing & Communications Lovleen

Web Editor Ravindar

Circulation Surekha

Secretary & Legal Advisor Surinder

China Correspondents Ying Wei / Adrian Liu

Mike Steele, MJ Marketing

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20 Increased productivity and premium quality – Hofmann Druck

LED-UV technology

26 All in Print China 2016: Connecting the World with Printing

37 Newtown Tapes To Exhibit Flagship X-Treme Light And X-Treme Pro 30 manroland web systems – powerful ergonomics in a powerful design

At Ipex 2017

FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART the world 4 34 0 SAN drupa 2020 invites exhibitors from all over

436 3 HP Labelexpo Asia and PEIAC sign exclusive partnership Inc. Reinvents Corrugated Packaging Printing in Collaboration with KBA 44 Good start to 2017 with strong new business

39 DOMINO DIRECTOR WINS PRESTIGIOUS ENGINEERING AWARD

46 SHOW REPORT: Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair 43 Enhanced productivity and profitability with KBA Service Select

53 Konica Minolta Rolls Out High Performance Accurio Press Series 44 Packaging C2070 &Touchpoint C2060 at drupa 2016:

548 4 Canon FESTOincreases VALVE CPA SERIES market share PNEUMATIC CONTROL SYSTEMS OBSOLESCENCE

52 Fujifilm’s Flenex

Global printing market to top $980 billion by 2018

Global Print Market

cheques and advertising spend is moving into new areas including on-line. These factors, alongside the continued growth of social he global market for printing is the printing industry has been types of establishments contribute networking, result in declining volof many print products, but forecast to to $724 billion by undergoing significant consolidation umes significantly less.

More than 140,000 packaging and 2014. In 2008 North American and the process is still ongoing. The not establishments arelabels activewhere in the demand is growing. number of companies is expected printing industry, although almost all held the largest market share with of them are small.

31.2 percent. By 2011, Asia is to decrease by 2%-5% per year, The print technology in use is also expected to become the market depending on the industry. The changing.

Digitalprinting printingindustry is now is The European revenue will hold up somewhat share leader due to emerging taking much more share, particularly markets in the region and it better as the value per print item and very sizeable, but dominated by in graphics (i.e. non-packaging The global industry is forecast to reach $980 billionadded by 2018, small companies. The competition expected toprinting hold 34.9 percent of revenues from value services applications). Digital’s share of the driven byshare growth packaging and labels, graphic applicathrough electronic channels is taking the market by in 2016. tendrather to rise,than although slowly. whole market doubles in constant tions.The global printing industry is forecast to reach $980 billion by its toll, as advertising spending is value terms from 9.5% in 2008 to 2018, driven by growth in packaging and labels, rather than graphic Commercial printers account for the moving to electronic media and Understanding the number of 19.7% by 2018, when packaging applications, and digital rather than analogue printing. Global printing establishments that produce print, bulk of shipments, with more than printed documents are replaced by is excluded this share is 23.5% in markets are changing, many publishing products have electronic verhalf of that revenue. In-house electronic ones.by 2018 although at a cost or for-a-profit, is an 2012 to 38.1% sions replacing previously printed volumes. E-books, on-line newspaper printing sites and packaging printers the print volume share remains low. important requirement for any printand magazines are taking significant sections of their respective markets, related market sizing, planning, and add about 10% each to the total Whilegenerally the impact of the financial Digital commands much while directories, catalogues and brochures have electronic alternatives, European revenue, while other crisis in 2009 overstated that forecasting project.

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The USA is the world’s biggest decline, thebut outlook is not positive print market the printing future landscape changerebound. within despite a will short-term the next five years, forecasts The Future of Globalmany Printing to 2018.

Nevertheless, companies Inthrive 2014inChina will overtake the a challenging business United States in print volume terms environment. With almost •150 after many years of very strong billion in revenue, printing remains a growth across all areas of there print and sizeable industry.

In fact, are in constant value terms in 2018. many niches that offer growth India will move up from tenth to opportunities and those can be fifth in the period. Mexico, Brazil found in almost all industry and Russia will move up the tables segments. Print service providers will with the mature markets all losing need to adapt not only to the position. These relative changes are competition withinsupply the printing important for print compaindustry, but across all media bythe nies as they demonstrate where working on adding value to all of consumable volumes and appetite their products.continue to lie. for investment

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QuadTech unveiled world-first “color management breakthroughs” at INFO•FLEX 2017 corrections when needed at the printing press—with one product. The new ColorTrack Correction Module streamlines the correction process, allowing for fast, accurate color correction at the press to dramatically reduce waste caused by color problems.

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• Ink Strength/Anilox Color Correction Manage ink color without correcting ink. Avoid the cost and time involved with recipe corrections by managing print conditions. Accurately predict the impact an ink concentration change or anilox change will have on color. Advanced “Perifarbe” math formulas tell you if and how the bestmatch can be achieved.

• Spot Color Tone Value Calculation to ISO 20654 Designed specifically with Packaging print in mind, the Spot Color Tone Value Calculation allows you to conform to the new ISO 20654 standard by showing how well your Spot Color mid-tones match your targets.

• Enhanced Color Measurement through Strip Scanning

At the recently held INFO•FLEX 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA QuadTech conducted live demonstrations of its new ColorTrack™ color management software. ColorTrack was launched at drupa 2016, along with the new Color Measurement with DeltaCam™ and completely redesigned Inspection System.

ColorTrack facilitates fast, accurate press-side correction of ink formulations. Without any hardware modifications to the press, ColorTrack software seamlessly integrates with ink recipe software to not only simplify workflow, but also dramatically reduce the number of ink corrections needed to achieve accurate, optimal color.

Gather a full set of color targets for solids, tones, and substrate in one sweep with a hand-held spectro. Measure and average multiple color strips.

• Simplified Ink Quantity Tracking via Patented “Virtual Scales” Actively track ink consumption without the use of costly scales on each ink unit. Because it is software-based, this precise tracking solution can be retrofit to any flexo or gravure press, allowing you to standardize on a single color management solution across any range of press types and models.

• Complete, Simplified Workflow Increase press productivity 25% or more. Reduce color makeready and setup time up to 75%. Keep records of which ink batches are used.

Dramatically reduce ink inventory and storage needs.

Color Measurement with DeltaCam Also launched at drupa 2016, QuadTech’s Color Measurement with DeltaCam makes advanced, inline spectral measurement affordable.

For about half the cost of other inline systems, you can utilize accurate, automated L*a*b* measurement on film, paper or board—ensuring that all printed product is within your customers’ color specifications.

Inspection System

ColorTrack’s Seven “Color Management Breakthroughs”

The modernized Inspection System sets a new standard for fast, easy detection of print defects. The advanced 100% inspection technology has been “reimagined from the ground up,” based on user feedback, to create a better process for the detection and disposition of defects.

Utilizing the most advanced algorithms in the industry, the Inspection System can detect a wide variety of defects such as ink spots, register/ color variation, content issues, and streaks.

• Pre-Laminate/Post-Laminate Color Support

About QuadTech, Inc.

According to QuadTech President Karl Fritchen, “ColorTrack’s potential to have a big impact on the industry attracted enthusiastic crowds when we first launched at drupa last summer. Since then, our developers and engineers have completed more new features that we believe will change the way printers manage color quality.”

Define both pre- and post-laminate color targets within the job, measure color inline, and use both targets to manage the difference on-press. This first and only automated workflow solution replaces cumbersome “trial and error” methods of achieving post-laminate color that is within your customers’ specifications.

• ColorTrack Press-Side Recipe Correction Module For the first time, it is now possible to track ink quality and manage 4 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

QuadTech, Inc. is the world’s leading innovator of advanced color and inspection technology for the printing industry. Founded in 1979, QuadTech sells its automated auxiliary control systems in more than 100 countries to the packaging and converting markets, web offset newspaper and commercial markets, and publication gravure market. Headquartered in Sussex, WI, USA, QuadTech maintains a worldwide network of sales and service operations, and is proud to be registered ISO 9001:2008

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DSCOOP CONFIRMS PARTICIPATION IN IPEX 2017 Informa Exhibitions recently announced that Dscoop, the independent multi-disciplinary community of graphic arts business owners and technical professionals, has chosen to participate in IPEX 2017.

Founded in 2005, Dscoop draws it membership from visual communications companies who use HP Indigo, Scitex, High-End Latex and PageWide Web Press equipment and technology.

Dscoop focuses on collaboration, innovation, business growth and education for its members, and this event within an event will benefit all users regardless of which HP equipment they use, as Dscoop is increasingly multidisciplinary.

third event in the UK’, says Dscoop UK’s Aaron Archer. ‘Dscoop is a very active organisation and we are delighted to be working with the IPEX team to promote our core theme of innovating print together.’

‘IPEX is a welcome platform for Dscoop to host what will be its

“IPEX’s pedigree for being a

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Rob Fisher, Event Director of IPEX, said; “We are really excited that Dscoop is on-board with us for 2017. Their broad spectrum approach is complimentary to the vision we have for IPEX; showing print in action; fostering links between creative and print industries, and providing visitors with the opportunity to learn new skills”.

Dscoop will have a significant presence at IPEX 2017, with its own meeting and seminar space where members can meet, attend educational workshops, network and explore business opportunities. Dscoop will also host a series of seminars targeted towards production as well as sales and marketing excellence as part of the IPEX educational programme.

forward-looking event with its international audience means we felt it would provide a great platform for us to reach not only our existing members but to build new relationships. It is a great opportunity to stay in contact with some of our members after the EMEA Dscoop event in Lyon on the 7-9 of June”, commented Alonzo Romero Lauro, EMEA Director at Dscoop.

About Dscoop Dscoop (Digital Solutions Cooperative), is an independent community of HP Graphic Solutions business owners and technical professionals who use HP Indigo, Scitex, High-End Latex and PageWide Web Press equipment. Founded in 2005, Dscoop membership now supports HP Graphic Solutions users throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific and Japan. Dscoop is focused on growing the digital print industry through discussion best practices, networking with peers and continuing education year-round, for thousands of members worldwide. Through

its conferences and community programs, members have the opportunity to interact with peers, learn and elevate best practices, and build partnerships, alliances and relationships that positively impact their businesses.

About Informa Exhibitions Informa Exhibitions delivers over 150 trade and consumer exhibitions annually across the globe. More than 800 talented individuals collaborate to present market leading events for sectors including Beauty, Construction, Design, Life Sciences, Maritime, Nutraceuticals, Pop Culture, Print and Real Estate. Through face to face and digital channels, Informa Exhibitions enables communities to engage, experience and do business.

Informa brings together people who want to buy and sell, and communities to network, do business and get inspiration.

The company’s industry insight, coupled with its innovative and entrepreneurial approach provides the opportunity for business advantage.

IPEX Launches Design Challenge Delivering on its “print in action” vision, IPEX has announced a design challenge aimed at apprentice graphic arts designers and students to create part of its 2017 advertising campaign.

Apprentices and students, and designers working in the wider community aged under 25, are invited to develop and submit a design of a visitor promotion advertisement for IPEX. The winning designs will be run in the trade press over a five-month period. Entries will be judged by a panel comprising a publisher, marketing experts, graphics designers and chaired

by IPEX Event Director, Rob Fisher.

“We felt this is a great way to engage with people who are currently completing apprenticeships in graphic arts and print companies, and with those designers aged under 25 who are working in the wider print community. It gives them an opportunity to showcase their work on an international stage”, commented Fisher.

The closing date for entries is 30th April and the winner will receive a MacBook Air with runners-up receiving gift vouchers to redeem for equipment of their own choice. Prizes will be presented at a ceremony held on the main stage of this years’ IPEX on November 1st.

Professor Brian Minards, principal of Harrogate and London-based design consultants Minards Associates, and a Professor in the School of Advertising at Academy of Art University, San Francisco, said; “Print is where design meets the physical world, so to my mind it is vital that designers learn what it can do for them. This competition allows for young apprentices and students to experience what it’s like to produce designs that will work across different, integrated mediums.”

The competition is closely aligned with the Future Skills Zone, another new key feature at IPEX this year, and aimed specifically to help printers attract new talent into the industry.

Full details of the competition can be found on the IPEX website http:// www.ipex.org/designchallenge

About IPEX IPEX has a long history, dating back to 1880 when it was organised and sponsored by the British Federation of Printing Machinery and Supplies in conjunction with Industrial and Trade Fairs.

IPEX 2017 is scheduled to take place from 31 October – 3 November, at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. The focus of this event is print in action, and it will showcase innovation and print technology. IPEX 2017 will deliver over 400 exhibitors together with over 20,000 buyers and senior decision-makers from the UK and rest of the world.

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Ipex 2017:

Roster Continues To Fill As Friedheim, Morgana, Pressxchange Sign Up

International brands are confirming their confidence in IPEX 2017’s new format and vision, with major signings rolling in consistently as the year develops. Since the New Year, Friedheim, Morgana Systems, part of the Plockmatic Group and pressXchange have committed to significant stand space at the show, which will return to its business-centric NEC location when it begins on October 31st this year.

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Long respected as the industry’s major sales event, IPEX’s exhibitor profile is gaining momentum and shows no signs of letting up.

Friedheim International, which supplies a range of renowned finishing equipment and solutions for processing applications in commercial and digital print, binding, packaging and converting, has hailed its return later this year.

Friedheim’s Mark Bristow, Managing Director, comments: “As a longstanding supporter of IPEX, the announcement of its return to its traditional home at the NEC is very

welcome.

“The venue’s central location, as well as the amount of equipment that will be on display at IPEX from ourselves and other leading suppliers, only goes to highlight the importance of the event.

The fact of having so many processing solutions for different market sectors on view under one roof will guarantee a healthy attendance.”

Morgana Systems, which manufactures in the UK but sells its innovative post-press equipment

world-wide, has also signed up to IPEX 2017. Ray Hillhouse, Vice President for Offline Business at Morgana Systems, says: “IPEX is still the exhibition that the UK print industry talks about, looks forward to, and the one that people will put in their diaries as the show to attend.

“As a company we enjoyed a very successful IPEX at the last outing of the event and are looking forward to a very positive outcome this year as well. It’s the ideal event for launching new products to UK printers, as we have proved at previous shows, and we expect some new equipment developments around that time.”

The potential for engagement with a broad print community is also crucial to pressXchange, the leading international site for used printing and packaging equipment sales, which serves more than 170,000 users in 180 countries. Zeke Taiwo, Sales and Marketing Director at pressXchange, is enthusiastic about the event: “We’re delighted to partner with IPEX 2017 as it’s great for us to align with an event that has such a long history of success on an international level.

“IPEX offers a perfect platform for people in the industry to get together face-to-face and therefore helps us to deliver on our own focus: connecting people within the used printing equipment market and being the go-to place for used machines. We will fully support IPEX in attracting as large a crowd as possible for 2017 and help to make it their most popular event yet – which in turn will give a positive boost to the industry.”

In addition to its stand, pressXchange will welcome visitors to a business lounge area, where they can explore, with the company’s professionals, various commercial decisions based on used equipment. Printers may be looking to release capital via a trusted channel by selling older machinery, or to enter a vertical market cost-effectively with a second-user purchase. The pressXchange-IPEX partnership acknowledges current equipment strategies in the industry and adds to the show’s rounded view of

printers’ likely investment pathways in 2017.

Also in attendance will be IPIA, the association for Trade Manufacturers and Professional Print Buyers, which will bring a Trade Village of its Associate Members to IPEX 2017. Supporting trade print and marketing communication buyers and suppliers, the IPIA’s reputation for international sourcing and relationships with print buyers adds greatly to a roster of visionaries dedicated to creating a show of value to printers of all denominations.

“Each company in this round of new signings has a history of promoting print and championing the industry,” comments Rob Fisher, IPEX 2017’s Event Director.

“With exhibitor bookings rolling in and some highly original content programming still to come, we are confident that IPEX 2017 will be an event where there will be something inspiring, commercially attractive and educational for everyone.”

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All in Print China 2018 - Enter the Era of Intelligent Printing The first press conference of the 7th All in Print China was grandly held on May 10th 2017 in Beijing, at which announced the official initiation of the preparation work of All in Print China 2018. More than one hundred guests in total were present at the conference, including representatives from local and international associations, media and leading companies. They together witnessed the grand inauguration of All in Print China 2018. on the offset printer and related technologies and solutions.

路 Post-press Converting Pavilion

About AIP 2018 On October 24-28, 2018, the 7th All in Print China will be held on schedule in Shanghai New International Expo Center. There will be 8 thematic pavilions in line with the popular topics, including pavilions for digital pre-press, comprehensive printing, post press converting, packaging equipment, ink & innovative materials, label industry, flexo printing technology and innovation factory. The area of AIP 2018 will reach 110,000m2, and it is expected to attract more than 1,000 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors to attend the event. See more information at: www.allinprint.com.

8 Thematic Pavilions: 路 Digital Pre-press Pavilion In 2015, the global market value of the digital printing accounts for 13.9% of that of the printing and packaging industry, and the figure is expected to reach 17.4% in 2020. Thanks to the cloud computing, big data, and mobile Internet technology, the digital printing industry is entering a new domain with huge market potential, high added value and productization, and has quickly merged with the traditional printing industry. With the rapid development of digital technology, the pre-press process has become more and more digitalized. A digital work-flow featuring computer integration has come into being, CTP technology has been widely used, and the digitalized revolution has penetrated into the traditional printing industry. In the Digital Pre-press Pavilion, visitors will acquaint themselves with the new trend of digital printing, try its new application, explore new opportunities and grasp new digital technology for pre-press.

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路 Comprehensive Printing Pavilion With the successive slide of international market, especially when China, the printing powerhouse, enters the new normal featuring slowed growth and intensified adjustment, the outdated capacity will be forced out of market gradually, and the high-end printing equipment, as well as innovative equipment with digital, smart and green features will be the routine of the industry. Due to rising human cost for printing services, printing enterprises have tried to benefit from the equipment, so it is inevitable that more intelligent, automated equipment will be employed in transformation and upgrading of enterprises. Printing equipment manufacturers, through more research and innovative technology materials and improved automation, have seen noticeable progress in technical level.

The Comprehensive Printing Pavilion will showcase the latest findings

The development of science and technology and the fierce competition of the market call for development of printing in a faster, better and cheaper direction. After the pre-press and printing begin digital, intelligent and online operation, post-press converting has become the bottleneck restricting the rapid development of the printing industry. Therefore, the automated and intelligent post-press converting is of great significance for the entire printing industry. Now the digital technology has revolutionized the postpress toward automation and intelligent operation: automatic connection for higher quality and efficiency; the surface finishing and diversified processes (cutting, polishing, stamping, embossing) for higher value. In this pavilion, you will have a close contact with the era of post-press converting 4.0.

路 Packaging Equipment Pavilion With the development of food, cosmetic and other packaging applications, the global packaging market is growing. The data show that in 2016, the output of global packaging industry increased to about $820 billion. Among them, the paper packaging will continue to lead the global packaging market, with the total output value nearly reaching $250 billion, while the rigid plastic package output value was over $200 billion, and that of soft packaging rose to $163 billion. The booming packaging market offers excellent opportunity for packaging equipment suppliers. How can international brands expand in emerging markets and how can Chinese manufacturing enterprises improve the equipment automation, and intelligence and fine operation to reach the inter-

national level in terms of technology? This Pavilion will showcase the sophisticated domestic and international packaging equipment. At the same time, there will be an area specifically for corrugated equipment, focusing on technical solutions of advanced corrugated packaging.

· Ink & Innovative Materials Pavilion With the increasing awareness of environmental protection, green printing is the inevitable trend of the printing industry. The development and application of environmentally friendly printing materials can effectively promote the development of green printing, and help printing companies to generate more value-added ideas. Green materials have become a consensus in the industry, but the use of green materials is just at a primitive stage of the green application. In the future more attention should be paid to innovating the new green auxiliary materials, thus making the green concept penetrate deeper in the production. In this pavilion, visitors will find all kinds of innovative and environmentally friendly printing supplies, such as paper, plates, ink, etc.

· Label Industry Pavilion Statistics show that, in 2015, China’s total output value of the label printing industry surpassed 35 billion yuan, up 7.8% in contrast to 2014, while the total output of selfadhesive materials surpassed 4.6 billion m2, up 5.6% over the previous year. From a global perspective, the growth rate of label market in the Asia Pacific region

is by far over the global average, being the fastest growing market as well. It is expected that by 2019, the global label market value will increase from $32.7 billion in 2014 to $41.6 billion. Asia, the world’s largest label printing market, will account for 41% of the global label market share. The Label Industry Pavilion will be an epitome of Asian label printing industry.

· Flexo Technology Pavilion Flexo printing technology has developed for over 30 years in China.

Flexographic printing only had an insignificant market share in the past for its poor quality in comparison with that of the offset printing. With progress in equipment and technology, however, the flexo printing quality has greatly improved and gradually entered the rank of high quality printing. Besides, it shows distinctive advantage in efficiency, environmental protection, safety and health, so it is gaining increasingly higher market awareness and acceptance. Today, flexo printing

technology has been able to compete with offset printing, gravure printing, embossing and digital printing technology in many areas, and China’s flexo market will usher in a new era of development. Flexo Technology Pavilion will familiarize you with the best practice and application of the flexo printing technology.

· Innovation Factory “Innovation Factory” made its debut in the 6th All in Print China in 2016, enchanting visitors with 30 printing and packaging solutions, 24 sharing speeches, frontier application scheme and exquisite booth design in an exhibition area of 1,500m2. The Innovation Factory will continue to delve into such topics the cultural creativity of printing, green environment, future technology, 3D fab + print, intelligent manufacturing and Internet Plus, focusing on the latest technology, application and future of the printing industry.

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Konica Minolta’s bizhub PRESS C1085 Witnesses Seven Deployments in Eastern India in Year 2016-17 - Embedded with the cutting edge Simitri HDE toner and S.E.A.D. IV image processing technology - bizhub PRESS C1085 digital printing solution offers unparalleled efficiency for high volume printing jobs as well as post processing tasks

About bizhub PRESS C1085

In addition to its successful installation of 20 bizhub PRESS C1060 in Eastern India in Year 2016-2017, Konica Minolta has witnessed another record seven deployments of its industry leading bizhub PRESS C1085 digital industrial printing solution.

Printing enterprises in India are readily eying to have a digital production printing to complement the traditional analogue process and Konica Minolta comes as an ideal solution for these enterprises, providing a perfect balance between printing outputs and desired color output to cater to all the requirements from the customers. Printers now have the flexibility to cater to the Just in Time requirements from their customers.

Complimenting Konica Minolta for its cutting edge printing solutions Mr. Barun Maiti from HS Laxmi Graphics Innovation, Kolkata comments,’’ bizhub PRESS C1085 has helped us garner a host of new clients with varied time bound requirements and with this machine we are able to deliver them with ease. The quality and efficiency of the printing solution is definitely one among the best in the market.’’

Mr. Mohit Sarda from Print Ask team, Silliguri further added ‘’It’s truly a holistic solution which caters to end to end requirements of a printing business. Its deployment has not only helped us to serve our clients better, but has also helped our in-house team gain more proficiency in its work,’’ Mr. Sudhir Singhal from Systematic Designers and Printers Pvt. Ltd from Siliguri also comment, “I highly recommend this machine to all the printing SMEs as the quality and efficiency of the printing solution and one of the best in the digital printing market. I highly recommend this machine to printing businesses who are looking forward to strengthen their production.”

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are very happy with bizhub PRESS C1085 its print results, high quality, productivity and ability to perform high volume operations and helped us garner a host of new clients with different time bounds.” ‘’Our business outputs have considerably grown post the deployment of bizhub PRESS C1085 and has offered us with a strategic competitive advantage. We can now cater to high volume printing requirements without comprising on the quality of outputs in a short span of time. This has helped us increase our revenues significantly and target new customers,’’ said the printing SMEs congratulating Konica Minolta for bizhub PRESS C1085.

Bizhub PRESS C1085 is compatible with latest global standards and supports numerous industry standards as well as high quality colour management. With JDF support, APPE, Pantone, industry-standard Fiery and Konica Minolta controller, it comes as a state of the art model for the printing industry.

Konica Minolta’s bizhub PRESS C1085 is an ideal solution for small as well as mid range printing businesses which deal in small volume orders and variable data printing jobs with stringent deadlines.

The machine helps businesses to perform these tasks faster and more efficiently. It also offers a printing speed of 100/85 ppm on 55 to 350 gsm papers. The print resolution offered by bizhub PRESS C1085 also comes at an impressive 1,200 x 1,200 dpi x 8 bit and 1,200 x 3,600 dpi equivalents.

On the Operating System front, the machine is compatible with Windows 8/7; Windows Server 2008/2003; Macintosh OSX 10.5; and Intel Macintosh OSX 10.5 or later.

About Konica Minolta Konica Minolta Business Solutions is a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies from the desktop to the print shop. Konica Minolta is the global developer, manufacturer of multifunctional peripherals (MFPs), printers, equipment for production print systems and graphic arts, equipment for healthcare systems, measuring instruments for industrial and healthcare applications, inkjet print heads and textile printers for industrial use, and related consumables and solution services. It is also engaged in the development, manufacturing and sale of electronic materials (including TAC films), lighting source panels, functional films (including heat insulation films), and optical products (including lens units). To know more please visit http://www. konicaminolta.in

Middle East Presents New Boom Market For International Print Industry

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) print market is offering dynamic and exciting opportunities according to the latest exclusive research from Smithers Pira.

Data in the new report – The Future of Printing in the Middle East and North Africa to 2022 – shows the region as a whole is set to expand from a value of $26.8 billion in 2017 at an annual rate of 8.7% to pass $40 billion in 2022.

This contrasts with a mean annual growth of 2.4% for 2012-2017 reflecting the opening of until now

underdeveloped countries to the full range of modern print products and technologies.

This expansion is occurring against a more static backdrop for the print industry generally, with annual global growth pegged at a more sober 2% as traditional segments decline. As a consequence the Middle East and North Africa can be seen as an attractive strategic growth target for international print equipment and consumable suppliers.

Steve Hill, Smithers Pira’s Operations Director EMEA, says: ‘The drop off in demand for high volume print products – like books

and newspapers – in core European and North America markets, means the print industry needs to find new markets. And from a number of perspectives MENA is very attractive for this. We are seeing global print firms opening new offices and reporting sales to the region, and local print service providers diversifying their product offering as they rapidly adopt new technologies.

‘Of course, selling effectively into MENA has some unique challenges but our research shows the demand is and will be there; and there are specific opportunities now, like the opening up of

the post-sanctions Iranian market, and transition economies moving towards food sold in supermarkets in locally printed packaging.’

MENA is not divorced from wider print technology trends, with digital – inkjet and toner – output set to rise at the fastest rate. Overall MENA output will rise from 2.61 trillion A4 sheet equivalents in 2017 to 2.76 trillion in 2022. This is a more modest 2.8% annual growth, but emphasises the value-adding potential and higher per unit print service providers will be able to realise with a new generation of print, pre-press, and finishing equipment.

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YM Group adds Goss Sunday 5000 Press Reconfigured Sunday 5000 press recently installed at YM Chantry YM Group, the U.K.’s market leader in the print and delivery of short grain printed products has installed a Goss Sunday 5000 64-page short grain web offset press. The press is installed at the group’s Chantry site which mainly produces magazines, newspaper supplements, catalogues and brochures for the publication and retail markets.

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he press has been running since early this year and utilizes the proven advantages of Goss’ gapless blanket technology to deliver high output and superior quality for a range of run lengths and formats.

“The Goss Sunday 5000 adds 64page Short Grain capability to our existing facilities for printing high quality commercial and periodical products, and has increased the capacity at YM Chantry by around 40%,” comments Peter Greaves, Managing Director, YM Chantry.

“Short grain is more cost-effective for printing as it delivers higher output, especially for sub A4 formats where paper savings are made against the standard long grain formats; this is a key benefit to many of our customers. The Sunday 5000 produces high print quality which is of utmost importance to our customers. We are 14 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

very satisfied with Goss’s support on this project. The Goss and YM project teams worked together to deliver a successful installation.”

According to John Chambers, UK Sales Director, Goss is delighted to partner with York Mailing for their latest investment in web offset technology. “YM Group is a company committed to web offset production; this latest installation reaffirms their confidence in Goss as a long-term partner. The high automation of the Sunday press enables frequent job changes and run-length flexibility and has already increased capacity at the Chantry site. We are very pleased to partner with YM Chantry on this project” YM Group is the leading expert in short grain market in the UK, owning most of the short grain presses in the UK. Having previously installed a Goss Sunday 4000 in 2014 and another early last year in TLG Leeds, YM Group acquired its latest Goss press following the closure of Polestar Sheffield, adding to its portfolio of 14 web offset presses across the group’s 4 sites.

The Sunday 5000 was relocated and reconfigured to meet York Mailing’s requirements and is in full operation since February 2017.

The 120,000cph rated 64pp short grain press, complete with the SG-3 jaw folder and twin delivery, has been complemented with a Balloon former section and ribbon stitching heads under each former, allowing 24pp sections to be produced at upwards of 240,000 cph. The state of the art press has also been equipped with the very latest ‘Closed Loop’, Web Monitoring and Quality Management technology, ensuring high output is matched by high quality.

First Rollem Autopunch Installed

Rollem have supplied a bespoke version of the JetStream system to a European based printers who are using the system to cut B2 sheets and then auto collate the personalised playing cards into sets. The JetStream was installed in 2015 and now the latest Rollem machine, the Rollem AutoPunch is being added inline.

The Rollem AutoPunch was launched at Drupa last year, it can be configured to die punch paper, card and plastic up to A5 sheet size with stock weights up to 700gsm. It integrates with Rollem finishing machines upstream and wrapping and boxing options downstream. Dies are available in a range of sizes and a re-sharpening service is offered on request.

Rollem Supplies Jetstream To Bradford Based Collisons

Rollem have supplied a bespoke version of the JetStream system to Bradford based printer Collisons who are using the system to slit and cut SRA3 sheets into personalised greetings cards.

Following the initial install in October the Rollem JetStream is already showing benefits in increased production with a highly accurate and quality finish. The new quick change cassette system has enabled Collisons to make the change in the size of greeting cards being produced much faster and reduced their downtime.

The bespoke JetStream system supplied with suction feeder enables Collisons to produce approximately 3,000 sheets per hour, finishing in two directions to enable the slit and cut.

The installation of the Rollem AutoPunch will enable the company to save time and labour costs compared with the previous hand loading into a RAM punch. The AutoPunch has also been integrated into an existing wrapping machine to provide one complete inline print finishing operation.

Stuart Murphy, Managing Director of Rollem said “This system is our first system to feature the quick change cassette system on the heads of the machine. The new feature was developed in conjunction with a number of our customers who have highlighted the need to reduce the time taken in changing set up in sizes of different applications.”

Stuart Murphy, Managing Director of Rollem said “as long term producers of equipment for playing card manufacturers we are pleased to be able to work with the company to tailor this system to meet their needs which will enable them to increase production with a highly accurate and quality finish. We see continuing development of our equipment and technology as a key part of our business and the Rollem AutoPunch expands our range to offer a complete finishing system.”

General Manager of Collisons, Mike Lammas said “The machine has allowed the process to become fully automated with a Planet Press Work flow and Xerox digital presses. We also have the option to run the Rollem machine in-line with our Xerox iGen in the future.”

For more details about the Rollem JetStream please click here Rollem will be exhibiting on stand F150 at IPEX 2017.

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printers with LED curing:

UV LED curing technology across the board The Jeti Tauro H2500 LED is the flagship in Agfa Graphics’ wide-format UV-inkjet printer portfolio. This 2.5m wide hybrid UV inkjet printer with an integrated roll-to-roll system features continuous and automated feeding of a wide range of flexible and rigid media, including several types of corrugated board. As of FESPA, the Jeti Tauro will rely on LED-curing technology as an alternative for the high energy-consuming mercury bulb lamps.

“Equipped with UV LED lamps for the curing process, the Jeti Tauro LED comes with a number of economical and ecological benefits,” explains Reinhilde Alaert, Product Manager, Agfa Graphics. “LEDs have minimal heat output, for example, which allows for printing on thin heat sensitive media such as styrene sheets and rolls. They also ensure very stable bi-directional calibration and higher system up times (no warming up or cooling down time) on top of the significant power savings. All of that has a positive effect on the ROI of the system.”

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• The new Jeti Ceres RTR3200 LED is a true workhorse, combining high productivity with stunning image quality on a wide variety of roll-to-roll media. The optional white printing capability yields a new level of image vivacity, while the rapid dual-sided printing amplifies the impact of backlit or block-out print applications. Jeti Ceres has all features on board for high-end roll-to-roll printing such as skip white, media free fall, and endof-roll warning.

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The true flatbed six color

+ white Jeti Mira 2732 HS LED is Agfa Graphics’ highly versatile moving gantry solution. At Fespa it is equipped with the optional dockable roll-to-roll option. Its ‘Print & Prepare’ function allows the operator to load a new job while the previous one is still being printed to raise productivity. Jeti Mira also features optional varnish ink to create glossy effects and 3D lenses for amazing optical illusions.

• The hybrid Anapurna H3200i LED represents the

web-to-print activities and web shops.

European debut for Avinci Agfa Graphics’ new soft signage printer Avinci DX3200 will also be demoed at FESPA. Avinci is a robust dye-sublimation printer, which produces high-quality, vivid prints for countless in- and outdoor applications.

Reinhilde Alaert: “Avinci DX3200 features 6 colors (CMYKLcLm) and impresses with its speed and print quality. Avinci has an enormous color gamut. Next to its state-of-the-art imaging performance, it draws attention with its excellent tonal rendering and fine detail reproduction.”

Spot on: Agfa’s LED UVcurable inks

complete range of Agfa Graphics’ Anapurna printers with LED curing technology for indoor and outdoor applications up to 3.2m printing width on the widest range of substrates (standard 6 colors + white). The hybrid Anapurna i engines up to 2.5m printing width are prepped for integration with an ABF (automatic board feeding) system for enhanced productivity and convenient multi-board feeding.

Integrated production hub with Asanti Agfa Graphics’ automated Asanti workflow software will be driving all engines. It optimizes and automates the preparation, production and finishing steps of signage products. The core includes automation, color management, pre-flighting, and job templates. Asanti 3.0 allows for integration with third-party print equipment, so that customers can streamline their complete operation in one production hub.

The Asanti workflow was recently upgraded with integrated tiling so that oversized banners or billboards that extend beyond the maximum printing width can be produced with automatically generated mounting instructions .

Thanks to the integration of Asanti with Agfa Graphics’ PrintSphere, the entire workflow benefits from a simple solution for swift data sharing, while the newest version of StoreFront enables printing companies to automate and manage their

Agfa Graphics’ specially-formulated UV LED inks can print on a wide variety of rigid and flexible substrates guaranteeing outstanding print quality and perfect physical characteristics such as adhesion. These include heatsensitive substrates such as thin slides, self-adhesive sheets and stretchable PVC materials. Agfa UV inks boast a wide color gamut and high color vibrancy. The wellknown Thin Ink Layer technology from Agfa Graphics guarantees the lowest ink consumption with the highest color quality thanks to the high pigment load of the inks and Asanti’s dynamic ink splitting and color management optimization.

“All of Agfa’s UV-curable inks – white and color – offer stable jetting performance and deliver the same high-quality results, batch after batch,” Alaert continues. “The new Jeti Tauro LED is also designed for use with these first-rate inks, which offer high image longevity, excellent outdoor resistance and supreme adhesion, even on challenging substrates.”

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Cloud-based MWM Production Planning Tool allows Amedia Trykk to coordinate six printing plants Amedia is Norway’s largest publisher of local media titles – with a daily audience of more than two million readers and users. For its printing activities in Norway Amedia Trykk og Distribusjon, one of Norway’s biggest coldset newspaper printers, runs seven printing plants spread across the whole country – from Bodø in the far north to Larvik, 1200 kilometers southward. To synchronize and coordinate the overall production Amedia Trykk og Distribusjon are using MWM’s cloud-based Production Planning tool (PPC). It supports in six of those printing plants the planning for around 65 titles.

Amedia Trykk have been a customer to MWM Group (Stockholm, Sweden) for over ten years. MWM CopyTrack is used for monitoring printing production in real time and collect production data for reports and analysis. Amedia also have been using the former Java based planning system for several years, that now is being replaced by the new production planning system PPC. Started in 2014 the project at Amedia has helped to develop the new cloud based system for production planning.

Project management was on the customer side led by Ketil Haugland, CTO Amedia Trykk og Distribusjon, and at MWM Group by Philip Pettersson.

PPC allows Amedia Trykk to plan titles, printing jobs and deliveries. Inserts can be booked directly on titles. Most of inserts for Amedia are imported to the system from the Norwegian national insert booking system. The newspapers are using a web portal to enter information into the system regarding circulations and number of pages. All productions are transferred to CopyTrack via interface. In CopyTrack Amedia are monitoring the production in real time and collect production data for reports and analysis.

and day operations. The scheduling and planning has become easier not only for production staff and project manager but also made it easier for our vendors and customers. We now have, in every single order, detailed information on the customer, product name, issues, number of pages, paper grade, circulations, etc. Other valuable information is that we easily get a clear view of coverage and capacity utilization.”

PPC at a glance MWM Production Planning is a cloud-based service which provides an overview of the use of production resources at one or more printing plants. The planning includes prepress, press and mailroom. The information can be accessed through the internet by all parties involved. MWM Production Planning simplifies planning for production planners and project managers.

An order describes the product, customer, product name, editions, paginations, substrate, print runs, etc. The booking is sent to a production planner responsible for allocating resources in the press hall and mailroom (and prepress if relevant). Based on the product description and the chosen equipment, the system calculates production times for the various processes. Naturally, the planner can change the times suggested by the system.

The production planner sets how detailed the planning should be, whether down to the level of folder or printing unit and whether mailroom and prepress should be planned by line or by machine. One advantage of detailed planning is that maintenance can be planned for un-booked machines in the press hall and mailroom, in conjunction with production.

With a common and comprehensive production plan, it is easy to calculate production times for each printed product.

MWM Production Planning includes a customer portal where print clients can update current production information. This reduces the number of mistakes and saves time and money for the client as well as the printing plant.

Ketil Haugland, CTO Amedia Trykk og Distribusjon, says: “The Production Planning Cloud gives us a great support for both our night 18 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

280 Pages Have Been Launched Kraft-Schlötels in Wassenberg and manroland web systems again make history by launching the first 120-page and the second 160-page LITHOMAN

At the event in Wassenberg: (f.l.) Michael Viehof (WKS Group), Sandra-Sibylle Schoofs (ALDI SÜD), Jeannette Thull (ALDI SÜD), Dr. Paul Albert Deimel (Managing Director bvdm), Dr. Barbara Hendricks (Minister for Environment, Nature Protection, Construction and Reactor Safety), Manfred Winkens (Mayor of Wassenberg), Dr. Ralph Dittmann (WKS Group).

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raft-Schlötels, a sub company of WKS Druckholding, and manroland web systems are looking back on a long and successful partnership with many groundbreaking highlights for the printing industry. Now the two companies have realized another unique project: by combining an existing 48-page with a 72-page LITHOMAN, the world’s first 120page commercial press started its production in Wassenberg.

Furthermore, the second 160-page press has been launched at the same time.

senberg on May 2nd, 2017. Many customers and suppliers of WKS as well as guests from the politics have been invited. Dr. Barbara Hendricks (Minister for Environment, Nature Protection, Construction and Reactor Safety) arrived from Berlin to give a welcoming speech.

In the course of the celebration, there were even two technological highlights that have been presented: the second 160-page press that will enable an even more efficient production in Wassenberg and the world’s first 120-page press.

According to this world premiere, WKS gave a big celebration in Was-

With these investments, WKS strictly follows the strategy of using latest

technologies and therefore again opted for the press technology from Augsburg as for many years now. “The cooperation with manroland web systems has paid off in all respects. All of our LITHOMAN presslines are doing an excellent job regarding production stability, quality and productivity. manroland web systems knows about the demands of the high volume sector.

After a very good cooperation and realization of the complex project for the first two 160-page presses, it was totally clear that we again opted for the team from Augsburg to combine our 48- and 72-page presses”, Dr. Dittmann, Managing

Director of the WKS Group states.

Within the changing environment of the advertising and media landscape, the printing industry hast to reposition itself constantly. Due to a changing market environment, printing companies have to react with improved business models and production processes. This development needs and supports a pioneering spirit, which manroland web systems and WKS follow with groundbreaking innovations for the high volume printing sector.

Due to this pioneering spirit, both companies are amongst the leading of the printing industry.

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Happy 21st! NZME upgrades to meet needs of a changed industry

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large order to refit and automate colour control on a 21-year-old newspaper press on “the other side of the world” is a special one for Q.I. Press Controls for two reasons. For one thing, it’s the classic scenario of the grand old press installed when print was king – and primarily to print a single flagship title – turned in a post-consolidation industry to produce a variety of publications with greater demands and shorter runs. And secondly, there’s a personal cachet for QIPC director Menno Jansen in delivering a much better system than the one in which – as it happens – he was involved before establishing the Netherlandsbased company he now leads with Erik van Holten.

The big news is that NZME Print in Auckland, New Zealand, has commissioned Q.I. Press Controls to undertake a complete retrofit of its Goss HT70 press, delivering a 61-camera system to automate not only register and cut-off, but also colour itself using QIPC’s IDS-3D technology. Installed to print the flagship daily New Zealand Herald for then owners Wilson & Horton, the double-width Goss press now prints a variety of other work including NZME dailies the Bay of Plenty Times and The Northern Advo20 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

cate alongside contract work for Fairfax New Zealand, with whom a merger has been agreed subject to regulatory approval. The Fairfax work includes 30,000 circulation daily Waikato Times, 25,000 Sunday News and about 55,000 copies of the national Sunday Star Times – also printed at other Fairfax sites – with these and NZME’s Herald on Sunday produced side-by-side and to the same production deadlines. All of which has put a good deal of pressure on a site which prides itself on its culture and its commitment to quality. Last year the Ellerslie plant was admitted to WAN-Ifra’s International Newspaper

Color Quality Club for a second term, a runner up in the PANPA print site of the year competition, and among winners in the annual SWUG NZ print quality awards.

The 1995 press comprises 12 fourhigh towers and three mono units, with three folders, and Q.I. Press Controls will install 37 of its mRC3D cameras for cut-off control, a further 24 IDS-3D cameras for colour and register control, and its IQM quality management system.

All cameras are equipped with the AIMS system for automatic cleaning of the optics. The retrofit will replace a register guidance system

installed when the UK-built press was new, and which Menno Jansen recalls as “my first large sale” when he was working for the supplier prior to setting up Q.I. Press Controls.

A 24-hour air journey from QIPC’s headquarters in Oosterhout, the Netherlands, Ellerslie, its people, and the “very interesting” New Zealand market therefore holds a special place in his heart. Menno Jansen says has visited the newspaper print site at least every year the last six years: “I knew that QIPC could deliver a system that would better meet their needs, and on my last visit I even had a service technician go there to explain how we would solve everything,” he says. “I am very pleased therefore, that after all that effort, NZME Print has finally chosen to do business with us. To be able to install our modern IDS-3D and mRC-3D sys-

tems makes it a very special order for me personally.” That pleasure is also founded on confidence in the QIPC product: “Other parties simply could not offer what we offer,” he says, pointing to the versatility of the cameras, which can perform all the necessary functions with only two cameras per tower.

In addition to the automation equipment, NZME has chosen QIPC’s IQM analysis and management information system, which uses metadata to analyse the quality of the printed product and provide insights into future use.

NZME’s aim is to raise the efficiency levels of the pressroom through reduced waste, set-up time and resource. The efficiency improvements will increase the company’s competitiveness in the newspaper print market, according to opera-

tions manager Russell Wieck. The new technology will enable NZME to source shorter-run commercial work that is currently not viable for the large double width presses.

Russell Wieck– who joined parent company APN in Toowoomba, Australia, in 1977, moving to the New Zealand Herald in 2004 – says the NZME culture is focused on improvement, whether it is quality, waste reduction, timeliness, staff morale, skills or personal growth and the united team goal is to raise the bar at every opportunity.

With the 2017 print schedules a far cry from the 300,000 daily 80-pages-plus broadsheet newspapers the press originally produced, the new Q.I. Press Controls technology will set new standards for both high-volume work and the

small-pagination, low volume inlinefinished jobs and specialty publications it also handles. Beyond these savings and the system’s quality and reliability, there is also the peace of mind that comes with the knowledge that, should problems occur, help from the QIPC service desk is always available… even on opposite sides of the world.

About Q.I. Press Controls:

Q.I. Press Controls develops and delivers innovative, high quality optical measure and control systems. We are globally active in the newspaper and magazine printing industry. Our total solutions are supported by a worldwide service network. These reliable systems are proven in the market of existing and new printing presses and offer our customers structural better results.

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Rotomail doubles book-of-one capacity with second Tecnau Libra 800 Rotomail has invested in a second Tecnau Libra 800 soft-cover book binding system to expand its production capacity for short runs and book on demand.

Rotomail was established in 1996 as a Print on Demand service provider. In 2000 the company became one of the first adopters of inkjet technology, introducing color and developing trans-promotional applications. In 2003 Rotomail started diversifying into direct mail, commercial print and books market segments, and contributed to the development of the first Libra 800.

In 2016 Rotomail installed the new HP T490 inkjet HDNA press, becoming the first user worldwide of High Definition Nozzle Architecture.

In the Milan-based factory, rolls will be printed on the HP PageWide presses and finished nearline on Libra 800 in a roll-to-finished-book integrated process. The modular system has been configured by Rotomail with one input channel from roll, along with slit merge and 22 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

dual web cutter to produce variable book-blocks in height, width and thickness.

Variable book blocks are automatically delivered to Libra VB Variable Binder connected online to Libra VT Variable Three-Knife Trimmer.

The system feeds covers from roll and cuts them down in length and width with spine scoring according to the book block being processed, for complete variability book by book in the same run, minimized waste and without manual handling.

The finishing process is integrated with Rotomail proprietary software “Bronte� providing a complete process control including order entry, production optimization and output tracking. The Tecnau Libra 800 integrates a networked management system for process control, remote diagnostics, statistical evaluations and integration to other solutions, bringing the IoT (Internet of Things) within the realm

of industrial applications for smart manufacturing.

Tecnau is honored by the continuing Rotomail partnership as we strive to be ahead of the technology curve in book finishing. Rotomail provided a brilliant contribution to the original Libra 800 design back in 2008, and we are proud that after eight years they judge that the continuous development of Libra 800 makes it still the leading book-binding technology in the market for short runs and book-of-one production. Stefano De Marco, Tecnau Sales & Marketing Director EMEA Tecnau Libra 800 advantages go beyond efficient and flexible printing. Tecnau aims for the Libra 800 to completely transform book production for short runs and book on demand production.

Libra 800 makes it possible to reorganize book production workflow by printing only the books actually sold, producing books by contract

rather than by format, significantly reducing inventory and optimizing logistics. Market insights indicate that book printers are increasingly averaging run lengths between 250 and 500 copies, up from averages around 700-1000 copies per run only two years ago, and 15003000 copies five years ago.

If that trend continues, a solution especially developed for short-run or book of one production will be the best investment to meet current needs and anticipate future market developments. There are also other segments where book of one or short-run productions are an opportunity, for example, certain catalogs, limited editions, custom books, self-publishing and more in general, publications collected by web-to-print portals.

The Libra 800 solution is the only system on the market together offering such levels of variability while maintaining production speed up to 800 books/hour.

TRESU exhibits flexo machine and ancillary solutions for optimised packaging printing at CHINA PRINT 2017 protection against detergents and adhesives with pH values in excess of 9.0. There are also ceramic variants. All converting and coating applications are covered, from closed-cassette chambers for label presses up to 6000mm-wide types for corrugated board and tissue printing.

TRESU’s MaxiPrint chamber is an ‘all-in-one’ concept for wide-web printing situations, comprising a chamber doctor blade, inking system and integrated cleaning system with robust water-shot mechanisms.

The Flexo Innovator hybrid press for increased productivity and flexibility TRESU’s Flexo Innovator hybrid press utilizes an inline configuration to print and finish paper, carton board, laminates, metallic substrates and unsupported films with both water-based ink and UV OPV coating media.

The press can be customised to include processes such as variable data printing, special coating, reverse printing, embossing, cold foil and finishing to facilitate single-pass solutions for added-value products. Flexo Innovator is available in widths between 670mm and 1700mm.

At the recently held China Print 2017, TRESU presented flexographic ancillary solutions, hybrid printing lines and coating systems that bring enhanced productivity, quality and process control to numerous packaging printing applications.

A complete ancillary programme for automated ink control TRESU’s ancillary programme, comprising the TRESU F10 iCon ink supply system and sealed chamber doctor blades, is a unique, total solution for controlling ink logistics in flexo presses and units, from bucket to substrate.

This significantly reduces material and ink waste, setup times, emissions and manual intervention, as well as facilitating quality consistency at speeds that can exceed 600m/min.

The F10 iCon ink supply system The TRESU F10 iCon ink supply system regulates the flow, pressure and viscosity of flexo ink throughout the press, without manual intervention.

The supply system maintains predetermined pressure levels by keeping chamber ink-depths constant, based on measurements at the chamber inlet. Its software stores ink data for instant recall when a job is repeated.

In addition, the F10 iCon provides thorough automatic cleaning of the chamber, allowing a complete ink change cycle in minutes. Moreover, ink loss is minimised as at least 90 percent of ink remaining in the chamber and hoses after production is returned.

Chamber doctor blade systems deliver uniform ink laydown TRESU’s chamber doctor blade systems bring reduced ink and substrate waste, uniform print quality, increased press speeds, shorter cleaning times and reduced emissions. Assisted by the company’s patented seals and constant pressure maintained by the supply system, they prevent leakage and air contamination, ensuring clean, blister-free print result with fast drying characteristics, better reflection and higher gloss values. When doctor blades need replacing, TRESU’s patented clamping systems enable quick changeovers in less than two minutes. The chamber programme includes lightweight, corrosion-resistant carbon fibre chambers that offer

iCoat flexo coater for easy and fast application of added-value varnishes TRESU will also demonstrate the productivity of its iCoat 3000 flexo coater for applying added-value varnishes to digitally printed folding cartons and synthetic materials, seamlessly inline with the HP Indigo 30000 Digital Press.

TRESU iCoat applies TRESU’s private label iVarnish range of UV-curable or aqueous varnishes, optimised to offer excellent adhesion properties on both plastic as well as board substrates. TRESU iCoat has a maximum speed of up to 4600 sheets per hour (3450sph in four colours), handling substrates of maximum format 750mm x 550mm in paperboard and metallised boards between 250µm and 600µm. It also accommodates PVC and polypropylene substrates up to 630µm, and PET substrates up to 400µm. The coater comes with quick-change sleeve technology and automatic chamber cleaning.

TRESU provides single and dual-coating machines, coating circulators, sleeve cutters and specially optimized consumable products including coating material and tapes, so digital printers can adopt a fast, efficient coating workflow. TRESU iTape is a double-sided adhesive, bringing superior dot gain control and varnish transfer, and fast frictionless demounting without sleeve damage. The TRESU iCut plate cutter provides a fast, straightforward means of imaging flexo plates for the post-print spot coating of digitally printed folding cartons.

About TRESU Group TRESU Group is a highly specialized company offering flexible, customized solutions of flexo printing machines and ancillary products for flexo, digital and offset printing to the graphic industry. TRESU Group has over 30 years of experience and expertise in the development and production of engineered solutions for this industry and supplies directly to end-customers, OEMs and partners. With more than 98% of the production being exported, TRESU Group is a strong player on the global market. TRESU Group has production facilities in Denmark and the USA, sales companies in Germany, Italy, Japan and China, and an international agency network providing round-the-clock, local support and know-how.

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With Harland addition, Accraply becomes a pressure-sensitive labeling ‘Titan’ A year after acquisition, unparalleled global sales and service on display in Europe

Almost a year after becoming part of Accraply and the larger Barry- Wehmiller family, Harland Machine Systems is ready to show off its reinvigorated brand.

And at two upcoming events in Europe, customers will get a better sense of how the combination of the Accraply and Harland product lines has resulted in unparalleled offerings in the pressure-sensitive 24 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

labeling marketplace. “Harland and Accraply have long traveled similar paths,” said Séamus Lafferty, president of Accraply. “Both are about the same age and service similar customer bases, but each in their own spaces and geography, without much overlap. So, joining forces to become one of the largest suppliers of pressure sensitive labeling machines has made us better on numerous fronts. The combination of Harland and Accraply’s global infrastructure has produced a network of sales and service support that is stronger than ever. With Harland’s products now backed by Barry-Wehmiller’s service guarantees, it’s a huge win for our current customers and customers who will partner with us in the future.” One of Harland’s offerings that is getting the most attention is the Titan, one of the world’s most unique linear

pressure-sensitive labelling systems.

Developed for the high-volume, high-throughput fast-moving consumer goods marketplace, the Titan is a high-speed, heavy-duty 4-station linear PS-labelling system for applying front and back labels to a broad range of containers.

Totally servo-driven, the Titan can accurately label at speeds up to 400ppm on containers up to 750ml. But most impressively, the Titan has changeover times of less than 10 minutes, an ummatched speed that results in a minimum amount of downtime in production. It is self-monitoring to provide optimum reliability and operational efficiency and is highly configurable to different products. No need for machine reconfiguration, just changeparts. “A machine like the Titan is the innovation that

major companies will want for their production line,” Lafferty said.

“With over 100 units already in production, it sets the standard for reliability and productivity in the industry.” In addition to Harland, Accraply also has the Graham, Sleevit, Stanford and Trine brands under its umbrella. There are two upcoming opportunities in Europe to find out more about Accraply and Harland’s combined offerings: Accraply is one of a number of Barry-Wehmiller businesses represented in BW Packaging Solutions, located in Hall 6 Booth D62 at interpack 2017 – held May 4 – 10 in Dusseldorf, Germany. Through their diverse capabilities, these companies can collectively provide everything from a single piece of equipment to fully integrated, tailormade packaging line solutions for a wide range of packaging industries.

Imagine! Express and CIDI Among Latest to Find Path to Profitable Growth in Soft Signage with EFI Digital Printing Solutions

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lectronics For Imaging, Inc. (Nasdaq:EFII) now offers one of the industry’s most robust portfolios of digital textile production printers, and EFI signage customers, such as French digital printing specialist CIDI and U.S.-based Imagine! Express, are taking advantage of significant, profitable business opportunities.

EFI’s portfolio of digital fabric printers includes the EFI™ VUTEk® FabriVU® series, a product line featured at the upcoming Fespa and PacPrint industry tradeshows that is designed to get customers into the soft signage business quickly with high image quality and true production-level throughput.

EFI soft signage printers also include the EFI Reggiani ONE and PRO printer series for established soft signage producers looking to aggressively develop and drive more profitability with outstanding image quality and higher-volume capacity. All of these products leverage the industry leading expertise of EFI Reggiani – a market leader with 70 years of experience in textile printing – together with EFI’s recognized expertise in workflow, color management and business management solutions.

500% increase in capacity with “the best full solution” Imagine! Express, a company that serves retail, museum, tradeshow and corporate décor customers, had been using a fleet of several older-model printers that were nearing end-of-life. The company chose to move from a primarily direct-to-fabric dispersion printing technology to transfer printing, acquiring 3.4-meter EFI VUTEk FabriVU 340 and EFI Reggiani PRO 340 printers. The two production devices are boosting the company’s quality, while increasing capacity by 500%.

“As we looked to move down this

new path, we targeted the transfer printing model that we believe gives you the sharpest, cleanest look with the greatest depth of color,” explained Mike Lecus, the company’s president. “While our direct dispersion printer still had some life in it, we decided to replace it with the FabriVU 340 to put in place a more strategic workflow committed fully to transfer printing.

“By adding the EFI Reggiani PRO 340 as well, we are able to increase our capacity by 500% without the need for additional staff in the printing department,” Lecus added.

“Following our due diligence, we felt that EFI presented the best full solution for our business.”

VUTEk FabriVU printers have proven to be especially successful in helping signage and display companies move into higher-value soft signage display work as they offer an unparalleled combination of productivity and quality. And, a new, 5.2-meter soft signage model, the EFI VUTEk 520 printer, has already seen a number of installations in Europe and North America among customers now offering larger displays, theatrical backdrops and other oversized graphics without having to seam together multiple panels.

markets with good margins – especially the interior decoration market. The printer gives us tremendous flexibility to help them in terms of the range of textiles we can offer, and it allows us to provide levels of responsiveness and print quality that few can match today.”

The industry’s only end-to-end digital print workflow and printer offering Complementing the VUTEk FabriVU and Reggiani ONE and PRO printers, EFI has the industry’s only complete end-to-end workflow available for signage production, from advanced webto-print design and eCommerce software that integrates with EFI Fiery® digital front ends offering industry-leading color management and productivity tools, to a comprehensive and certified EFI Midmarket Print Suite with awardwinning Pace™ MIS/ERP software at its core, for highly accurate scheduling, estimating, accounting and more in superwide-format graphics production.

“There are many advantages to soft signage,” according to Marco Boer, vice president of digital print

analyst company I.T. Strategies.

“Not only does fabric signage provide a luxury look and feel, but there also are significant economic benefits to production, shipping and storage since they can be easily folded or rolled and typically weigh less than conventional vinyl.

We see many opportunities in the sign and display graphics industry for increased adoption of textile printing technologies, which have advanced significantly in recent years.”

About EFI EFI™ is a global technology company, based in Silicon Valley, and is leading the worldwide transformation from analog to digital imaging. We are passionate about fueling customer success with products that increase competitiveness and boost productivity. To do that, we develop breakthrough technologies for the manufacturing of signage, packaging, textiles, ceramic tiles, and personalized documents, with a wide range of printers, inks, digital front ends, and a comprehensive business and production workflow suite that transforms and streamlines the entire production process. (www. efi.com)

CIDI: A positive revolution CIDI, a textile soft signage specialist company based in suburban Paris, acquired a 3.4-meter EFI Reggiani PRO 340 printer last year to bolster its position in soft signage and open new opportunities for fabricprinted graphics.

“This printer has brought about a real positive revolution in our way of working thanks to its productivity, efficiency and the ease-of-use for our employees,” said CIDI co-founder Henri Dias.

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Printsystem trusts in Tecnau for automatic cutting Printsystem GmbH has just put an automatic Tecnau cutting line into operation at its headquarters in Heimsheim, near Stuttgart (Germany). The company will use the Tecnau line to process the output from a newly installed Océ ColorStream 6900 Chroma Twin inkjet web press from Canon.

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stablished in 1979, Printsystem currently employs more than 50 people in Heimsheim and at a branch in downtown Berlin.

Most of its production is digital. In addition to the new inkjet press, Printsystem also has 14 sheetfed digital printing systems and one sheetfed offset press. Industrial enterprises, publishers, advertising agencies, educational institutions, public authorities, ministries and – last but not least – the German Bundestag and the European Central Bank are among the customers of this family owned firm. The main

emphasis of the portfolio is on low to medium-volume print-on-demand jobs as well as end-to-end production of technical documentation, educational materials, magazines, books, catalogs, brochures and official documents.

Printsystem operates the new Tecnau cutting line as a near-line installation adjacent to the inkjet press. The line is configured with an Unwinder 550, a Cutter c23, a Stacker s25, an exit conveyor and a waste extraction unit. The printed web is precisely cut in 1-up paper

sheets stacked and ready for binding without any additional side trimming.

New Tecnau Stacker s25: a key component in repeatable product quality The new Tecnau s25 high performance stacker gently grips the sheeted output stacking a variety of coated or uncoated stocks from 40 to 300 gsm with ±0.5 mm accuracy at high speed.

Tecnau has equipped the Stacker s25 with a new gripper system.

This system transports the sheets that are output by the cutter at high speeds carefully and safely to the stacker’s stop device and brings them to a standstill. The gripper mechanism prevents damage to the prints, especially in heavy ink coverage applications. The Stacker s25 is thus a natural choice for graphic arts production.

“We were looking for a high performance cutting line to support

our entry into web printing with the ColorStream 6900. We chose Tecnau because, in our opinion, they offer very good technology and excellent value for money. In terms of ease of operation, quality and flexibility, the Tecnau line meets our requirements perfectly,” says Oliver Harfensteller, a member of the Printsystem Management Board.

“We’re delighted that our automatic cutting line is helping Printsystem to succeed in the inkjet business. It’s a reliable, robust solution for high performance cutting and stacking that perfectly complements the capabilities of the production inkjet press,” comments Robert Gubo, Area Manager Germany and Switzerland at Tecnau.

Just like the inkjet press, the Tecnau cutting line installed at Printsystem can handle and process a broad array of materials. Apart from offset and recycled papers weighing between 50 to 130

gsm, it is also used for coated stocks ranging from 115 to 130 gsm. “Since the Tecnau line works extremely precisely, we can cut a lot of our products to size straight away, eliminating extra trimming typically required, for example, for applications such as wire-o or plastic comb binding,” Harfensteller explains. “We save both time and money.”

Highly satisfied with the overall system, comprised of the inkjet web press and the Tecnau cutting line, Printsystem now plans to pursue its business with direct mail and personalized products more intensively. “Direct mail has been a comparatively small market segment for us up to now. We want to take advantage of the possibilities that the new line gives us to get ahead in this market and leverage its tech-

nical refinements to realize further efficiency gains and value added for our customers,” Harfensteller emphasizes.

About Tecnau Tecnau offers a complete product portfolio dedicated to paper handling, monitoring, processing and finishing for the digital printing industry. We are devoted to providing integrated solutions to support the broadest array of applications for Transactional Printing, TransPromo, Direct Mail, Publishing, Graphic Arts, Book on Demand and Short Run. Global service and around-the-clock support help ensure our reputation as the industry’s reliability leader. Our products increase productivity, cut labor and paper costs, and even make new applications possible - Tecnau solutions truly empower digital print to help you do more with less.

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Well-attended symposium at KBA-Sheetfed in Radebeul

Updates for print professionals interested in the future-oriented LED-UV technology • • • •

KBA LED-UV Symposium underlines the leading role of KBA-Sheetfed in the field of LED-UV Enthusiastic users report on new business models, opportunities for differentiation and marketing strategies Live demos with LED-UV applications for commercial print and packaging Premiere: Industrial production with autonomous printing thanks to ErgoTronic AutoRun on a KBA Rapida 106 perfector • Premiere: Innovative rotary die-cutter KBA Rapida RDC 106 for the first time with automatic stripping for efficient post-production in commercial and packaging applications

Last month, almost 300 existing and prospective users of the still relatively new LED-UV technology met at KBA-Sheetfed in Radebeul to pick up first-hand information on the current state of development. Alongside printers from 21 different countries, numerous representatives of the supplier industry were also present.

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BA-Sheetfed is one of the international technology leaders in the field of LED-UV. The first Rapida 106 with LED dryers went into production in mid-2014.

Further milestones included the first medium-format perfector for 4-over-4 production with LED-UV at the end of 2014 and the first Rapida large format installation in 2015. In the meantime, some 50 half-, medium- and large-format Rapidas with LED drying are in use around the world. The majority of these installations can be found in Germany, Japan and France. But in Great

Britain, Austria, Belgium, Italy, Poland, the USA and other countries, too, Rapidas with LED-UV facilities are proving increasingly popular, especially among commercial printers. Alongside classic five- and six-colour coater presses, numerous eight-colour perfectors have also been equipped with this future-oriented drying technology.

Process benefits speak for themselves Enthusiastic KBA users have already discovered the benefits of LED-UV both for their own companies and for their print customers. Environmental friendliness and short delivery times are just two of many. Further important aspects include: - 50 per cent energy savings compared to HR-UV or IR/hot-air drying for coating applications; further savings potential can be realised through job-specific matching of the active dryer format in both the length and width directions - Up to 20 per cent less waste through the avoiding of scratches and set-off - Fewer quality complaints due to drying effects or colour changes which only become visible later in the overall production process - Up to 4 per cent paper savings - 10 to 20 per cent higher production speeds in perfecting mode

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Faster job turnaround as the sheets can passed on immediately for further processing - Lower rejection rates thanks to the reduced risk of fold cracking in the printed image - Powder and protective coatings are no longer necessary - Fewer problems and shorter cleaning times in downstream finishing There are nevertheless critical voices to be heard in the branch. Objections such as - higher investment outlay for the dryers, - higher ink costs and - poorer de-inking of the printed products in later recycling are often discussed. One important objective of the symposium at KBA-Sheetfed was thus to demonstrate the potential of the technology, to present current and expected developments and improvements in dialogue with the supplier

industry, and to relieve the anxieties and reservations which naturally accompany any new technology.

Panel discussions with users and suppliers Three panel discussion sessions were moderated by Klaus-Peter Nicolay as an independent print expert, branch analyst and publisher of the magazine Druckmarkt.

The first session with specialists from KBA-Sheetfed and further suppliers addressed the available system technology. Reports on practical experience, design solutions, handling recommendations and service topics were brought together under the headline “What does the LED-UV technology offer for a modern print company�.

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pyrus, StoraEnso and Igepa. Alongside recent further developments in inks and coatings, the manufacturers spoke about standardised measuring and analysis methods, health and consumer protection, migration and food contact compliance, as well as the dimensional stability and de-inking properties of substrates. According to Dr. Wolfgang Rauh, head of department for materials and environmental protection at FOGRA, the success of de-inking seems to be dependent on the particular combination of ink and paper. In case of doubt, therefore, it is always advisable to consult with the ink and paper suppliers concerned.

The third module was reserved for the users: Ingo Klotz from Druckerei Joh. Walch (Augsburg/Germany), JĂźrgen Ostendorf from Hofmann Druck (NĂźrnberg/Germany), Patrick Leus from Albe de Coker (Antwerp, Belgium) and Jonas Hoffmann from FarbWerk (Detmold/ 32 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

Germany) described the role played by the LED-UV technology in their business concepts. They also compared the ROI of LED-UV to that of conventional alternatives, and provided information on the attainable quality standards and energy efficiency when using the technology. One of the aspects mentioned was the extended colour space, which often spares the need to print spot colours.

Significantly higher densities are achieved and the print quality on uncoated papers comes close to that otherwise associated with coated stocks. As a result, new customers can be targeted in the premium quality segment. At the same time, new marketing strategies and approaches are required.

LED-UV printing, however, is able to serve as a strong regional USP, enabling users to stand out above their competitors. Many of the participants confirmed that the LED-UV technology had opened to door to new markets.

Print demonstrations confirm the experience of users A series of print demonstrations confirmed the reported user experience. During the production on a Rapida 75 PRO and two Rapida 106 presses, the symposium guests were able to monitor energy consumption in real time via VisuEnergy.

On the five-colour Rapida 75 PRO coater press, the focus was placed on production on uncoated papers with full ink coverage. It was also shown how the jobs could be passed on for immediate finishing on a Perfecta 132 TS high-speed cutter.

The production of inmould and self-adhesive labels, with and without cold foil, was presented on a six-colour Rapida 106 with coater tower. After the job with cold foil transfer, the press was converted for production with an opaque white primer. The final job

was a cigarette pack forme on metallised card. All three images illustrated how LED-UV is gaining an every greater foothold also in packaging printing.

rounded off a very busy and informative day.

KBA then presented an absolute world first, namely LED-UV drying in conjunction with autonomous printing on an eight-colour Rapida 106 with an additional coater. “ErgoTronic AutoRun� enables printing and makeready processes to run without manual intervention in accordance with a predefined job list. The operator must only ensure that the required substrates, plates and other consumables are available. The cover and six sections of the recently published customer magazine KBA Report were produced in ultra-short runs on the makeready world champion Rapida 106. While doing so, the Rapida live app was used by the operator to maintain information on material and batch assignments.

As a further highlight, KBA-Sheetfed demonstrated the die-cutting of packaging on a Rapida RDC 106 rotary die-cutter: For the first time with automatic stripping, a world novelty in a rotary process. After a fast job changeover, production continued with the kiss-cutting of self-adhesive labels. Job changeovers on the Rapida RDC 106 are significantly faster than on a flat-bed diecutter – a further plus for the rotary die-cutter for corresponding applications.

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Hp Inc. Introduces Latex Print And Cut Solutions To Simplify And Accelerate Sign And Display Production Exceeds 40,000 HP Latex units sold, demonstrating growing demand and momentum for HP Latex solutions

At the recently held ISA Sign Expo 2017, HP Inc. announced the HP Latex 300 Print and Cut Series, a dual-device solution for simultaneous printing and cutting in a single workflow, delivering 50 percent time savings.

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esigned for sign shops, quick printers and print service providers (PSPs) to help grow business, the 54-inch HP Latex 315 Print and Cut and 64-inch HP Latex 335 Print and Cut solutions offer dramatically more efficient production for a broad range of applications such as high-quality floor and window graphics, as well as stickers and customizable clothing.

“This introduction marks another step forward in how HP creates the best experiences for our customers. HP print and cut reduces total cost and improves workflow, enabling Latex waterbased inks to further replace solvent for indoor and outdoor applications,” said Xavier Garcia, general manager, Large Format Printing division, HP Inc. “The solution reinforces the market momen-

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tum toward HP technology, now reaching the milestone of 42,000 units sold, with 12,000 units added in the last year alone. We’re excited about the opportunity to meet the growing demand for our industryleading solutions.” he added.

Additionally, HP Latex Print and Cut solutions are designed to work with the recently released HP Signage Suite, a cloud-based software solution with web-based apps for easy signage creation. The suite is designed for integration into PSPs’ web-to-print operations, making it possible to receive orders 24/7.

NEW MEDIA SOLUTIONS HP also announced an extended media offering for Latex printers

with a new series of textiles for soft signage applications that delivers outstanding print quality and durability, without the need for any post processing. The media complies with ISO 105-X 12 and is available from manufacturers including Green Textiles, Aurich Textilien, and Berger.

“These new textiles will enable HP Latex customers to differentiate themselves and better serve their clients with innovative applications and environmental benefits,” Garcia added.

Another new media, HP Everyday Blockout Display Film, offers an innovative three-layer construction for improved suppleness, superior lay-flat properties, and

is also 100% opaque to prevent show-through.

HP AT ISA 2017 At ISA 2017, HP demonstrated the 54-inch HP Latex 315 Print and Cut Solution and 64-inch HP Latex 335 Print and Cut Solution in a special focus area. Additional HP Large Format printers showcased include: HP Latex 560, HP Latex 570, HP Latex 3500, and HP Latex 1500, HP DesignJet Z6800, HP DesignJet Z5600, and HP PageWide XL 8000.

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HP Latex printers help a range of customers, from small sign and copy shops to high-capacity PSPs, to affordably print a range of applications with no drying time for fast turnaround and installation. The portfolio includes: HP Latex 300 series printers: the new HP Latex 315, 335 and 365 printers deliver high image quality,

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productivity and durability at high speed for same day delivery.

The recently introduced HP Latex 560 and 570 printers help customers manage a variety of high quality print jobs and last-minute high-

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volume peaks in production at a low upfront investment.

The new HP Latex 1500 Printer offers a robust, affordable solution for high quality super-wide indoor and outdoor applications.

The HP Latex 3100 and 3500 printers are ideal for high-volume, high-quality application production, enabling more unattended operation with heavy-duty roll-handling and 10-liter ink cartridges.

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Goss Acquires Graphic Automation Controls, Inc. As part of its ongoing strategy to establish industry partnerships that deliver value-added solutions for its customers, Goss International today announced the acquisition of Graphic Automation Controls, Inc. (GAC) in an asset transaction.

“Goss is focused on growing our aftermarket and service business for our installed base,” says Stan Blakney, Chief Operating Officer of Goss. “This is the first of many expansions of those capabilities we see in the near term.”

GAC focuses on full PLC integration and control systems upgrades for printing and packaging presses. GAC also provides on-site service support, fill in plant maintenance and press audit services. Additionally, GAC specializes in obsolete and hard-to-find electrical parts for the printing and packaging industries.

The acquisition will provide benefits for both Goss and GAC customers by unifying its aftermarket services network. It also serves to enhance Goss’ drive and controls upgrade capabilities while strengthening its ability to provide service and parts to OEM equipment other than Goss.

“Goss’ goal is to become the premier printing solutions and support partner to our customers,” says Blakney.

Dave Soden, Vice President of Operations and Product Development for GAC believes the acquisition serves to strengthen the services each company provides individually. “We are excited to be a part of Goss,” said Soden.

“This partnership will enhance our capacity to provide excellent aftermarket parts, services and enhancements.”

Blakney adds, “Goss is focused on driving a customer first culture, an approach that GAC has fully embraced over the years. The addition of GAC to our portfolio ensures we stay competitive and continue to provide the best possible service for our customers.”

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Newtown Tapes To Exhibit Flagship X-Treme Light And X-Treme Pro At Ipex 2017

Newtown Tapes will be exhibiting its range of X-Treme double sided tape applicator machines at IPEX 2017.

Following on from successfully exhibiting at two major industry events in the last 12 months - Drupa 2016 (Dusselforf, Germany) and RemaDays 2017 (Warsaw, Poland) it only made sense for the company to commit to a large UK-based event. With over 150 machines installed worldwide in the last 12 months, Newtown Tapes is looking to further strengthen its reputation as the number one supplier of double sided tape application machinery in the marketplace.

Dubbed “The World’s Most Versatile Tape Machines�, Newtown Tapes supply their X-Treme tape application machines to leading players in the print industry to eliminate the hand taping production bottleneck commonly faced by many firms. With a proven track record of increasing tape application productivity by up to 1200%, businesses are experiencing significant time savings and cost reductions in their print finishing departments.

Newtown Tapes will be demonstrating its two flagship double sided

tape applicator machines - the X-Treme Light and the X-Treme Pro - at IPEX 2017. Both machines are unique in that each of the taping head applicators (up to 6 on one machine) are fully independent, allowing you to run multiple jobs on the same machine at the same time. Both models can be setup in less than 5 minutes and are powered by a standard plug, no need for compressed air or 3 phase power.

X-Treme Light: A small/medium format machine designed to automatically apply all types of double sided tapes to materials up to 1000mm wide and 10mm thick. Popular taping applications include: folders, die cut boxes, posters, strut cards, table talkers and more.

X-Treme Pro: A large format machine designed to automatically apply all types of double sided tapes to materials up to 1600mm wide and 15mm thick. Popular taping applications includes: free standing display units, posters, signage, honeycomb board, corrugated boxes and more.

If you want to learn more about Newtown Tapes and its range of X-Treme double sided tape applicator machines, find them at stand C360 at IPEX 2017 or visit www.tapemachines.co.uk.

For more information, contact: Jacob Underwood Head of Machine Sales and Marketing E-mail: sales@newtowntapes.co.uk Telephone: 01527 517 517 Printing Review | May-June 2017 | 37

Messe Düsseldorf extends International Portfolio of Trade Fairs for the Printing and Packaging Industries

Partnership with IPAP Tehran – Iran’s Printing and Packaging Industry Exhibition Agreed Messe Düsseldorf, the successful organiser of leading international trade fairs for the printing and packaging industries, extends its portfolio to include a promising event in the Middle East: IPAP Tehran powered by drupa will be held for the first time from 12 to 15 October 2017 at Iran’s most modern exhibition centre: Shahre-Aftab (Exhibiran International). Staged in cooperation with the Iranian organiser BRP, the trade fair targets all suppliers along the entire value chain for printing technologies from the segments of Prepress/Print, Premedia/Multichannel, Postpress, Converting and Packaging, Materials, Equipment, Services, Infrastructure. Other trade fairs held concurrently are pacprocess Tehran and iFood Expo.

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ran has been an extremely attractive market since the international sanctions were eased in early 2016 because its economy faces backlog demand in every area. An emerging region with some 80 million inhabitants – experts expect 12% economic growth by late 2017 alone, projects with foreign investment worth a 3-digit billion amount are in the pipeline. Its population of eager consumers increasingly demand high-quality print and packaging products, which cannot be manufactured in a competitive quality with the existing, often obsolete technology used by local companies.

Even though the local printing industry is quite well developed by comparison with many other markets in the Near and Middle East, it has now come under high pressure to invest. This opens up huge opportunities especially for European suppliers because their products have traditionally been highly appreciated in Iran. Of outstanding importance in this context are packaging and offset printing presses as well as developments in digital print applications because these machines have to be imported as a matter of principle.

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of 50,000 digital print service providers and some 65,000 other upstream suppliers to the printing industry the Iranian market holds attractive potential for further business development. IPAP – Iran’s Printing and Packaging Industry Exhibition is a well-established trade fair already, which until now was held in Mashhad, the country’s second largest city, located approximately 850 kilometers east of Tehran. Moving to Tehran and cooperating with drupa – the no.1 for printing technologies opens up new opportunities for growth and greater international reach.

With our expertise we accompany interested companies on their way into an emerging region,” says Sabine Geldermann, Global Head of Print Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf.

Shahr-e-Aftab (Exhibiran International) is Iran’s latest and biggest exhibition centre.

Favourably located between Tehran City and the international airport with access to several motorways and also with connections to public transport, it fuses a capacity of 120,000 square metres in 16 exhibition halls with the latest technical equipment with traditional Persian landscaping as well as comprehensive services such as food service, hotels, banks and multi-storey car parks. The

central location also allows visitors from such neighbouring states as Iraq, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan, which have traditionally maintained close commercial ties with Iran, to visit the exhibition centre. This fact, of course, also benefits the exhibitors at IPAP Tehran for whom business opportunities also open up in those countries.

Also forming part of IPAP Tehran is pacprocess Tehran, which targets companies from the packaging sector and related processing industries. pacprocess Tehran is an integral part of Messe Düsseldorf’s interpack alliance.

Messe Düsseldorf has acquired its international competency in the printing and packaging industries especially by organising its two No. 1 trade fairs drupa and interpack.

Besides drupa, it organises both its own trade fairs and, in cooperation with its subsidiaries, outstanding regional fairs for the print and media industry such as All in Print in Shanghai, Pack Print International in Bangkok, printpack alger in Algiers and indoprint in Jakarta, to name but a few.

For further information on IPAP Tehran and contact details of the team go to www.drupa-global. com

CROWN, World’s Leading Metal Packaging Company, Expands Use of Inspection Systems from AVT “100% detection of print defects by AVT’s Titan enables us to drastically improve printing quality” says Mr. Ugo Manghi, MPC Manager at CROWN Imballaggi Italia Engineer at CROWN Imballaggi Italia, comments: “AVT’s 100% inspection solution tremendously helps us in our standardization project, because it allows us to reduce the number of defects printed by revealing them to the operator as soon as they appear. We no longer trash out thousands of metal sheets. The system reveals each individual problem immediately.

This represents substantial savings for the company, as we don’t have to destroy entire sheets.”

CROWN Imballaggi Italia – part of Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) (Crown) (www. crowncork.com), the world’s leading food metal packaging supplier – recently installed a new AVT Titan 100% inspection solution at its Calerno, Italy manufacturing plant.

our KBA 6-colour printing press for metal packaging. The installation in the Calerno plant was among the most important for our company.

Our customers are among the bestknown brands in retail distribution.

Quality is not a prerogative here, it is imperative.”

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he installation represents further growth in the collaboration between Crown and AVT – a market leader in print inspection and quality control solutions – that now includes Titan installations at various CROWN Packaging Europe production facilities.

Designed to meet the specific needs of metal printing and decoration, AVT’s Titan is a state-of-the-art quality assurance and process control solution that provides 100% inspection and traceability of every printed metal sheet. Based on AVT’s advanced quality control algorithms, Titan detects the full spectrum of typical print defects, including colour variations, mis-registration (including varnish mis-registration), misprints, spots, text, streaks, scratches, splashes, scumming, edges, bends and more.

These capabilities are a perfect match for Crown’s objectives, as Mr. Ugo Manghi, MPC Manager of the Food Division and Project Manager, explains: “AVT’s Titan was an essential complementary element to the installation of

“With the new high-speed KBA printing press operating 24 hours a day, manual inspection was no longer an option,” continues Mr. Manghi. “We quickly switched to AVT’s Titan 100% inspection solution. In Calerno, we can now offer our customers a complete service throughout the metal packaging production process, which also pays dividends when pursuing new business opportunities.

When it came to choosing a print inspection solution, there was not a doubt in our minds that AVT offers the best solution for our needs.”

Mr. Alessandro Silecchia, Process

He continues: “Moreover, we have dramatically increased production, Titan has become our electronic eye; it is far more accurate and faster than the human eye. We know we can fully rely on it so we are able to focus on other activities.

The changeover was very smooth as well: Titan was remarkably easy to learn and master thanks to the excellent training we received from the AVT team.”

CROWN and AVT – A Robust Collaboration “We have built a very collaborative relationship with AVT,” concludes Mr. Manghi. “They followed us step by step through our process, trying to understand our needs and providing help to solve our problems. The result was a specific solution tailored to our needs.

AVT also proved invaluable during the implementation: the team trained our operators to a very high standard with in-depth classroom sessions and practical, real-life scenarios. The whole project was well managed from the start. Our production kicked off smoothly and flawlessly. Much to the satisfaction of our operators and of the entire company, if I may add.”

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drupa 2020 invites exhibitors from all over the world Kick-off for no.1 printing technologies event / Highlight topics showcase the industry’s innovative force / New key visual “embrace the future”

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he race is on for drupa 2020! With a clear strategic alignment, a new communication strategy and pioneering highlight topics, the international flagship fair for printing technologies welcomes exhibitors from all over the world to present their innovations from 16 until 26 June 2020 in Düsseldorf. Online registration for exhibitors via www.drupa.com. is now open. Registered exhibitors will soon receive their printed version of the official drupa 2020 brochure in the post. Registration closes on 31 October 2018. The global marketing campaign was launched at interpack 2017, the most important event of the international packaging industry and all related processors, which took place from 4 until 10 May. At interpack 2017, drupa 2020 was presented to international media partners during a major press conference.

The emotive advancement of the successful key visual originally developed for drupa 2016 put the industry in the right mood for the event in 2020. The design concept, implemented by Agentur Niehaus Knüwer and friends, refers to the dramatic changes the industry has encountered during the past few years: the new key visual signifies beauty, aesthetic appeal, creativity and depth. Sabine Geldermann, Director of drupa and Global Head Print Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf, explains the key visual’s exquisite appearance and tactile effect: „The delicate butterfly wings 40 | May-June 2017 | Printing Review

symbolize departure, change – a transformation process that affects all industries, but particularly the traditional print industry, every company, everybody. Transformation moves companies to rethink their strategies, adapt to new processes and move into new business models – a change that also takes place in people’s minds.

Different individuals have already moved into the focus of the new marketing campaign. On the one hand, it underlines the international alignment of the drupa trade fair, on the other, it shows that trade fairs stand for emotive power and experience and, last but not least, it shows that ”people are business”.

The heads are surrounded by colour digits that symbolize the wide

variety of print applications. Below the slogan “embrace the future” you find the drupa 2020 invitation extended to exhibitors and visitors, who are welcome to experience and accept technological innovation, trends and future challenges, so as to implement them into their own corporate workflows and tap into new potential.“ With this strategy, drupa 2020 will write a new chapter in the 2016 success story and prove once again that no other event in this industry has a stronger international attraction and radiance. drupa 2020 will continue this strategic realignment and focus on future topics with major growth potential.

The trade fair profile prescribes a

clearly defined structure, which encompasses the following product groups • Prepress / Print • Premedia /Multichannel • Post press / Converting / Packaging • Future Technologies • Materials • Equipment / Services / Infrastructure

Highlight topics: packaging production, functional printing, 3D printing, industrial printing In the wake of growing international markets and increasingly demanding requirements from the industry and manufacturers of branded products, the packaging production segment has again been selected as one of the most important topics for drupa 2020. Technological developments in packaging and labelling have engendered innovative solutions in the areas of customizing and personalization, while technologies such as smart and intelligent packaging, packaging design and finishing have become increasingly important. All of these developments are changing the industry. In order to assume an active and successful role in this competitive market, companies need to stay informed about the new technologies that many exhibitors will show at drupa 2020.

At drupa 2020, packaging will have a special slot called Touchpoint Packaging. Launched at drupa 2016, this forum created quite a stir. It is organised and hosted in close cooperation with the European Packaging Design Association (epda), Europe’s leading association of brand and packaging designers.

It will cover the entire packaging production chain from the brand, materials, design, print right through to finishing and sales. The interaction between all involved professions – branded products manufacturers, designers, material manufacturers and a high-calibre panel of companies from the printing and finishing industry – will turn this forum into a special place of inspiration where solutions and answers to relevant questions for future

developments will be presented.

The future will become tangible in all its facets, and the focus will be on all that is new, unconventional and surprising. An event titled AMAZING, INSPIRING, EXCITING and UNEXPECTED hosted by Best Cases, innovative technology applications and visionary packaging solutions for different markets welcome visitors to an interactive brainstorming session with exhibitors.

The forum addresses interested manufacturers of branded products and designers as well as companies from the packaging segment, who are provided with an opportunity to join the Touchpoint Packaging team. In addition to experienced professionals we also welcome young talented people from all related areas and professions.

Among the other highlight topics showcased at drupa 2020 are subjects such as functional printing, 3D printing and industrial printing.

These areas of application have major potential and therefore provide important new markets.

The related technologies are also extremely important for the global packaging market, as they provide intelligent packaging with additional functions, while different printing

technologies allow the use of a wide range of printing substrates.

In the segment of industrial printing, the trade fair will focus on major issues such as “artificial intelligence” and “robotics”, new workflows in the production process and the “next generation of industry 4.0” as all of these will have a major impact on the workplace and industry environment. drupa 2020 – no. 1 for printing technologies – will present all technical processing methods for the global printing and media industry as well as for the packaging industry. Werner Matthias Dornscheidt, Chairman and CEO of Messe Düsseldorf, is convinced: “With the innovative products presented by our international exhibitors and the extensive supporting programme, drupa 2020 will set new trends.

It inspires markets and vertical industries and as such, it provides exceptional networking opportunities, chances and ideas for excellent business deals. drupa focuses on the industry’s innovative force, provides pioneering technologies with a platform for highlight topics and presents an extensive supporting programme – i.e. the “Touchpoints”, the “drupa cube” and the “dip” – that encourages the transfer of knowledge and dialogue. No other event is more relevant for the entire industry.

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At Renderworld 2017, X-Rite Will Showcase How Appearance Technology Helps Keyshot Users Create Physically Accurate Material Representations For

The Highest Quality 3D Visuals And Imagery Appearance Capture (TAC™) ecosystem and the AxF integration with KeyShot at the X-Rite booth.

X-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, and its subsidiary Pantone LLC, announce that Luxion’s KeyShot® software for 3D rendering and animation natively supports the Appearance Exchange Format (AxF™).

Developed by X-Rite, AxF is a vendor-neutral format that enables full communication of visual appearance data in a single, editable file to improve the design virtualization process.

KeyShot support of AxF allows users to create the highest quality product visuals and imagery using physically accurate digital material data. X-Rite will showcase the AxF integration at Luxion’s international customer conference, KeyShot RenderWorld 2017, May 15th and 16th at the Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, California.

“A primary differentiator and key feature of KeyShot is the ability to create high-quality visuals using scientifically accurate materials,” says Henrik Wann Jensen, Chief Scientist and Co-founder, Luxion. “Along with the vast material capabilities in KeyShot, support for X-Rite’s AxF files format allows users to accurately and consistently represent the complex material properties of their scanned textures for an endless number of materials, providing even greater realism in communicating their product visuals.”

“Traditionally, capture and virtual rendering of complex materials such as special effects paints, meshes and synthetic fabrics are a time-consuming, manual process,” says Dr. Francis Lamy, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, X-Rite and Pantone. “AxF helps address this challenge by providing a common language for communicating material appearance characteristics such as color, texture, gloss, transparency and opacity of physical materials in the virtual world. KeyShot’s integration of AxF enables users to quickly and accurately create amazing visuals for a truly lifelike virtual experience.”

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and PC designed to make the process of creating 3D renderings and animations extremely fast.

The real-time speed allows you to see everything as it happens within a workflow-based interface to achieve photographic results in minutes. As a CPU-based rendering engine with advanced lighting and material creation capabilities, KeyShot provides the performance and flexibility that allows it to integrate seamlessly throughout the entire product development process.

In its second year, KeyShot RenderWorld gathers KeyShot users from around the world to learn from other 3D professionals. This year’s conference features keynote speaker Chip Foose, a look at KeyShot 7, and presentations by KeyShot users from Bose, Caterpillar, Sonos, Stanley Black & Decker and others. For more information visit keyshot.com/renderworld.

TAC Captures Physical Material Appearance at KeyShot RenderWorld KeyShot RenderWorld 2017 attendees can see a demonstration of X-Rite’s award-winning Total

The TAC ecosystem is comprised of the TAC7 scanner, PANTORA™ Material Hub desktop application, and Virtual Light Booth (VLB). Physical material samples are scanned using the TAC7 scanner, which captures appearance properties digitally to create AxF files that store appearance data. The files are stored, managed, viewed and edited in the PANTORA desktop application. The AxF files can be shared with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and state-of-the art rendering applications, such as KeyShot. Show attendees will have an opportunity to see how AxF files can be used within the KeyShot software and applied to rendering and animation.

The recently announced VLB is the industry’s first immersive virtual light booth that allows users to accurately and efficiently visualize and compare 3D digital material renderings side-by-side with physical samples. The VLB combines X-Rite’s SpectraLight QC professional light booth technology with a high-brightness, color-calibrated LCD display, color management technology, and motion tracking sensors. This allows the VLB viewing environment to control all parameters that influence the perception of appearance from illumination to contextual to observational factors.

With the VLB, design teams can easily vary these conditions to see changes in material performance.

This helps ensure consistency between digital prototypes and final physical products. Designers can make more informed material selections reducing approval cycles and accelerating time to market.

LABELEXPO ASIA and PEIAC

sign exclusive partnership with an ongoing focus on the delivery of superior working practices and improved standards. We look forward to continuing this over the next two shows.”

Jean Lee, vice chairman of the label printing sub-association of PEIAC, comments: “In 2017, PEIAC hit two milestones in the label printing industry. As a member of The World Label Association (L9), PEIAC organized the Beijing Summit & Industry Forum of Label Printing for the very first time in China and received overwhelmingly positive reviews and feedback from the industry. PEIAC has also confirmed its partnership with Labelexpo Asia and we look forward to this winwin cooperation and helping each other to achieve a higher level of influence on the industry.”

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he organizer of Labelexpo Asia has strengthened its working partnership with the Printing and Printing Equipment Industries Association of China (PEIAC). The agreement, signed during China Print on 9 May, sees China’s leading print industry trade body working with the show on its next two editions to be held in late 2017 and 2019.

into the lucrative label printing sector. Adding further value and credibility to the Labelexpo Asia experience, our partnership seeks to make the Chinese label and package printing industry better,

For more information, please contact Lee Anne Robertson, PR Manager, Labelexpo Global Series.

Email: pr@labelexpo.com Tel: +44 (0) 20 8846 2809 Fax: +44 (0) 20 8846 2801

The agreement secures the long term future and continued growth of Labelexpo Asia by bringing together the intrinsic market knowledge, expertise and resources of the Labelexpo Global Series and PEIAC to deliver a world-class professional trade fair.

Asia’s largest, dedicated event for the label and package printing industry, Labelexpo Asia will return to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) from 5 – 8 December 2017. Strong growth in the label printing industry means 2017’s show is already on track to being 15% bigger than 2015’s edition with over 350 exhibitors and over 24,000 visitors expected to attend. Targeted at all label and packaging printers, designers, brand owners and industry suppliers, Labelexpo Asia represents the complete supply chain by showcasing the very latest presses, ancillaries, substrates, inks and smart and intelligent label and packaging innovations.

James Samuel, events portfolio director, Labelexpo Global Series says: “This is an extremely important alliance and we are delighted to be the only label industry event to be endorsed by PEIAC. By working more closely together, the partnership will be very instrumental in helping drive new visitors to the show including offset converters looking to diversify Printing Review | May-June 2017 | 43

Koenig & Bauer reports on the 1st quarter of 2017

Good start to 2017 with strong new business • • • • • •

21% higher order intake Revenue at the previous year’s level Rise in order backlog to €620m Increase in EBIT from €2.1m to €5m Innovative new products for metal decorating presented Guidance for 2017: revengenue of up to €1.25bn and an EBIT margin of around 6%

Driven by bespoke solutions including the networked printing factory (KBA 4.0), the proportion of service business in group revenue widened to 26% in the first quarter of 2017

The Koenig & Bauer group commenced on a high note in 2017, the year in which it celebrates its 200th anniversary, with a 20.7% increase in order intake to €321.5m.

At €259.1m, group revenue remained at the previous year’s level, while order backlog widened by 6.4% to €619.9m. EBIT came to €5m, substantially exceeding the previous year’s figure of €2.1m. The group net profit of €4.7m (2016: €1.6m) is equivalent to earnings per share of €0.30 (2016: €0.11).

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The clear focus on the growth markets of packaging, industrial and digital printing as well as the group-wide service initiative launched at the beginning of 2016 are increasingly paying off. We were able to widen the share of service business in group revenue from 24% in the previous year to 26% in the first quarter of 2017,” explained CFO Dr Mathias Dähn.

“We also made good headway

in the packaging markets. Our youngest subsidiary KBA-Iberica Die Cutters, which specialises in flatbed die-cutters, posted growth in order intake, revenue and EBIT,” said CEO Claus Bolza-Schünemann. “At the beginning of May, we presented two product innovations in our packaging printing business with a high-performance printing solution for two-part beverage cans, a market which had previously not

The newly developed metal decorating press CS MetalCan is targeted at the previously non-addressed market of two-part beverage cans, which is growing globally at 3% p.a.

been addressed, and the world’s first digital printing press for migration-free metal decorating.”

Double-digit percentage growth in order intake in all three segments In the Sheetfed segment, more service business and a substantial increase in orders for medium-format presses caused order intake to rise by 12% to €152m. At €150m, revenue fell 3% short of the previous year’s figure of €154.6m. In spite of better margins, EBIT of €4.6m was slightly below the previous year’s figure of €5.7m due to the lower revenue as well as development expenses for new products.

The expanding flexo packaging activities have been assigned to the Digital & Web segment since the beginning of the year.

The systems for flexible packaging, which is a market of the future, are also web printing presses. With order intake up 18.5% to €57.7m and revenue declining slightly to €30.4m, the order backlog rose from €95.5m to €103.5m. The optimisation of KBA-Flexotecnica (–€1.8m), high R&D expenses and the revenue shortfall left traces on the segment earnings of –€2.3m (2016: –€2.6m).

More orders in security printing and glass decorating caused new business in the Special segment to rise by 25.3% to €125.7m. Ahead of the METPACK trade exhibition at the beginning of May, metal decorating orders fell short of the

good previous year as expected.

Revenue rose by 2.6% to €87.8m (2016: €85.6m). Segment profit increased to €4.6m, up from €1m in the first quarter of 2016.

Solid balance sheet and financial profile Higher inventories for the planned revenue growth over the next few quarters as well as increased receivables resulting from an accumulation of deliveries shortly before the end of the quarter exerted pressure on the cash flow from operating activities of –€14.9m.

The free cash flow of –€44.4m was additionally burdened by the first payment instalment of €21.3m for the external funding of part of the pension provisions. With its funds of €159.5m, securities of €21.5m that can be liquidated at short notice as well as the high cash and guarantee facilities, Koenig & Bauer has a stable funding base. The equity ratio rose slightly relative to

the increased balance sheet total to 31.3% (end of 2016: 31.1%).

The group workforce increased by 111 over the previous year to 5,327 employees as of 31 March.

In addition to specific recruiting in the expanding service segment and for new applications for the packaging and digital printing markets, 67 employees joined the group with the acquisition of KBA-Iberica Die Cutters.

Guidance for 2017 The management board expects group revenue to grow more dynamically over the further course of the year, leaving a positive effect on earnings. In the absence of any material deterioration in the underlying economic and political conditions impacting international business, group management expects to achieve organic growth to up to €1.25bn in group revenue and an EBIT margin of around 6% in 2017.

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Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair The 12th Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Ltd, came to a successful close at the AsiaWorld-Expo. The fair attracted over 15,000 buyers.

Thematic zones attracted buyers to Printing & Packaging Fair This year’s Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair featured more than 440 exhibitors from eight countries and regions, showcasing a broad spectrum of printing and packaging solutions. Catering to the printing and packaging needs of different industries, the fair comprised the De Luxe Zone, the Green Printing & Packaging Solutions zone, the Food & Beverage Packaging Solutions zone and two new zones: Printing and Packaging Solutions for Fashion & Accessories and Innovative Retail Display Solutions.

Kleber Horita, Supplies Manager of Ofner, a food manufacturer from Brazil, joined the Printing & Packaging Fair for the first time. He met many suppliers from Hong Kong and the mainland and found suitable packaging solutions. He said he expected to place orders worth at least US$50,000. “The quality of the exhibitors is very good and the business matching meetings have been useful,” he said. “I really like the exhibition and will definitely come again.”

Cross-sector collaboration is creating more opportunities for the printing and packaging industry.

Hong Kong exhibitor Wide Ocean Printing Company, which has been collaborating with local illustrator Prudence Mak to feature her “Chocolate Rain” character in their products, showcased at this year’s fair a new line of products including red packets, calendars and jewellery boxes launched in collaboration with a Japanese designer, and successfully attracted the interest of buyers from the mainland, Hong Kong, Japan and the United States.

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fairs are ideal platforms for local or regional companies to explore global markets. “We have been participating in the Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair over the years to extend our presence worldwide,” said Krisada Ramdeja, Export Marketing Manager of Thailand’s Cyberprint Group Co Ltd. “The results have been encouraging.” He said the company met potential buyers from Mexico, Brazil, France and the United States soon after the fair opened.

from the De Luxe Zone, launched a new packaging series featuring the work of renowned Hong Kong painter Chan Hoi-ying as well as specially-designed packaging for cosmetics products, which were also well received by international buyers at the fair.

Helping regional companies go global With its strong base of international buyers, the HKTDC’s trade

In keeping with the company motto: “Tradition meets Innovation“, the 1823 founded Vorländer publishing house decided to modernize its printing facility in Dreis-Tiefenbach, Germany with the new newspaper press GEOMAN e:line that has been introduced at drupa 2016.

The Vorländer GmbH & Co. KG is a successful, family-owned publishing company with a broad range of media services – from a creative advertisement agency via high-class commercial printing up to online marketing offerings. The decision for the investment in a highly automated GEOMAN e:line is a clear statement for the future of the printed newspaper.

GEOMAN e:line: symbiosis of efficiency, quality and productivity The new press series GEOMAN e:line has been developed with a focus on efficiency due to modular automation packages and high quality during the production run. It produces with a speed of 45,000 cyl.r/h and therewith is the optimal solution for the production demands of mediumsized newspaper printers. Another characteristics of the GEOMAN e:line is a moderate investment volume at low life-cycle costs.

Premiere for the GEOMAN e:line The book and offset printing and publishing house Vorländer produces their daily Siegener Zeitung on the worldwide first GEOMAN e:line from manroland web systems

The GEOMAN e:line that has been ordered by Vorländer consists of two four-high towers, a jaw folder PFN-25 and two manroland web systems reel splicers RSN 15. Furthermore, the manroland web systems PECOM-X Inline Control Systems for ink density (IDCμ), color register (IRC), cut-off register (ICC) and inline fan-out guarantee an ideal printing quality and low waste. Integrated gluing heads and a stitcher ensure the high production flexibility of the press. The production process will be monitored and controlled from the PECOM-X Control Center – the most innvovative control desk in the market with intuitive touch screens for operating. Another important aspect for the decision was that the press can be retrofitted at any time with further automation options like e.g. a fully automatic plate change, further folding possibilities for increasing the production flexibility as well as an integration of a digital printing solution for producing hybrid products. These options help to make the investment futureproof – even in case of a changing market environment.

Groundbreaking decision For publisher Wolfgang Rothmaler, the decision for a manroland web systems GEOMAN e:line is groundbreaking for the future of his company: „We were convinced by the efficient potential of the innovative GEOMAN e:line and consider a long-term cooperation with the world market leader in web offset printing as the ideal condition for constantly increasing the success of printing our newspaper.“ For Josef Aumiller, Regional Sales Manager at manroland web systems, the investment decision of Vorländer underlines the company’s strategy for newspaper printing: „With the GEOMAN e:line we have optimally completed our product range and we will be able to continue the success story of the e:line family.

Of course, we are very proud that Vorländer Verlag is the first reference customer for the GEOMAN e:line.”

The press will start its production in spring 2018 at the printing facility in Dreis-Tiefenbach.

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J&G Environmental Report Expansion After Launch Of Jag Product Line J&G Environmental’s range of JAG printing products is proving so successful that the company recently expanded their entire operation to keep up with demand. Alongside a new office and significantly larger product warehouse, the print waste management company is now investing in additional staff and more vehicles specifically for the product side of the business.

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rian Smith came up with the original idea for J&G to diversify into printing consumables and has been at the helm since the launch of the JAG range two years ago. He attributes its rapid growth, both in terms of the number of products and rising sales figures, to a number of key factors.

“J&G is a trusted name that promotes confidence within the printing industry and that ensured the perfect foundation for JAG from the outset,” he explained. “To honour that trust and build on it in a completely new area however we also needed to provide great quality products, fantastic levels of service and excellent technical after sales support. The fact we have come so far in such a relatively short space of time is down to the fact we have ensured that is the case, in addition to the dedication and hard work of our sales team.”

Brian’s original concept of providing a complete ‘circular’ service by delivering the products needed and then collecting the waste they create has been

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embraced by both existing and new clients. The company has many waste disposal customers now ordering JAG products but J&G has also seen the benefit work in reverse, with new customers starting to use their waste disposal service after purchasing the printing consumables.

They have plenty to purchase too - from just six core products the JAG range has now grown to more than 200 since its launch in January 2015.

“We started being asked, could we provide this or could we sell that and thought, well, why can’t we?” adds Brian. “I felt confident busy printing firms would see the concept of dealing with just one company for both consumables and waste disposal as providing advantages but never expected it to take off to this extent quite so quickly – we outgrew the warehouse we had expected to be suitable for the first few years, within a matter of months as a direct result.”

Brian also acknowledges that the J&G name combined with his contacts and knowledge of the

printing industry, has helped secure business from top manufacturers, including Huber, whilst also ensuring every effort is taken so that the JAG range reflects the strong environment ethos J&G are built on.

One of many happy new customers is Bedfordshire-based printing firm Newnorth, their Operations Manager Zak Kightley confirms.

“We had no issue with our previous suppliers in terms of either products or service; in fact, we thought they’d be a hard act to follow. However, we are more than happy with our move to JAG last year, a decision we reached for two reasons. One was price. Although not the cheapest option, the products are certainly competitively priced.

The second was that the JAG team were the only supplier to ask our expectations from an ink and then come with a solution to an issue we’d been experiencing for a couple of years previously; one that has saved us time and money.

“Having met our expectations with the products, any initial concerns

about service levels have proven to be unfounded – everyone at JAG is awesome. Brian and his team have held our hands through any teething problems and also dug us out of the occasional hole!”

Blandford-based J&G Environmental are accredited specialists in waste control to the printing industry with a 25-year track record of professionalism and reliability. The company currently manages the waste collection and disposal needs of more than 2000 UK print houses and newspaper groups and is increasingly diversifying to provide recycling and waste management options across a range of other areas. The company launched JAG products, a range of printing consumables in January 2015 with the aim of providing a complete supply and waste disposal service for customers.

The company forms part of Cleansing Service Group Limited, one of the UK’s largest privatelyowned waste management groups.

J&G Environmental are exhibiting at IPEX 2017. Visit them on stand E400A.

Changing Landscape Forecast For €159.2 Billion European Print Market In New Smithers Pira Report

In 2016 the printing market across Europe is valued at €159.2 billion, producing the equivalent of some 13.2 trillion A4 prints and consuming just over 68 million tonnes of printing substrates. Packaging represented 44.7% of the market by value in 2011; this rises to 56.6% by 2021.

The European print market is driven from the end-user communication preferences of individuals, who have greater choice in communication with new channels including social media replacing print products. This is severe in newspaper, magazine, book, catalogue and graphic products, less so in packaging where the physical properties of the pack are key.

“Much print promotes goods and services where it is in competition with other media, with new channels grabbing share of the expenditure, at the expense of print in many cases. Internet and social media, the digital channels including mobile, have grown strongly as brands and retailers develop their communications with customers and new retail channels come to the fore,” says Sean Smyth, author of the report.

“There is evidence that print remains an important part of the mix, but

it has to be effective and cost-competitive to be used. The media landscape is continuing to develop with influential figures in advertising starting to question the effectiveness of some digital growth, increasingly asking for better metrics on the effectiveness of digital.”

Print demand is driven by many factors, but the economic environment and advertising expenditure are important. Across Europe there is a great deal of economic uncertainty within the macro-economic landscape and it determines much of the confidence in government, business and individuals, and their ability or wish to spend money on print. Economic uncertainty has plagued Europe since the financial crash and successive Eurozone crises. Governments have tried many strategies from austerity to high spending programmes but uncertainty remains, depressing print expenditure.

Despite the uncertainty, print remains an important communication channel that is competing for the attention of millions of European consumers.

The methods of production are developing with new technologies being introduced that change the costs of print production at high quality.

Printing remains a large business, with real growth in printed packaging as publication and graphics print declines across Europe.

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Always stay nice and clean

Dirt in the cooling system causes consequential damage – The LIQUI MOLY radiator cleaner resolves problems at their root Nowadays radiators are highly cultivated systems that react exceptionally sensitively to impurities. Often it is the water pump that then gives up the ghost. Yet this is easy to avoid: with the LIQUI MOLY radiator cleaner, which reliably removes deposits and dirt from the cooling circuit.

The work that radiators have to do nowadays is constantly growing.

Downsizing and weight reduction mean that ever smaller and lighter coolant pumps have to discharge large quantities of heat, occurring in the full-load operation of the small motors. “Plus, significantly higher revs are being driven at the coolant pump than is the case in proven systems,” explains David Kaiser, head of Research and Development at LIQUI MOLY. Active thermal management of the motors also leads to the pumps sometimes being switched off during vehicle use, which fosters the formation of slime and deposits in the cooling system.

Impurities, wear and dirt in the cooling water circuit drive up the wear of the water pump. Also, the particles attack the shaft seal. But the cause of the problem is not resolved by replacing the water pump. It is only a matter of time before the dirt in the cooling water causes problems for the new pump, too.

“This is as if you were to change for dinner, but not wash your hands.

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That’s why it is so important to clean the cooling system every time the radiator is worked on,” recommends David Kaiser. This is easy and affordable with the LIQUI MOLY radiator cleaner. It is simply added to the cooling water, the radiator is switched on and the motor left to run. The active ingredients then dissolve deposits, slime and dirt. After 10 to 30 minutes these are drained together with the old cooling water and the system is rinsed with water. Now it is clean and can once again deploy its full output. Also, the service life of the water pump is increased and problems with the cooling system are prevented.

“For the same reason, the cooling system should also be cleaned when the radiator is replaced,” says David Kaiser. It is generally older vehicles in which the radiator is so heavily corroded that it has to be replaced.

The damage is made worse by car owners that do not fill it with distilled water, but instead use tap water, and do not even use antifreeze. The consequence: Even more corrosion, even more impurities in the cooling water.

“If only the radiator is replaced, then deposits and slime remain in the system and will continue to cause problems in the future,” says David Kaiser. Here, too, the entire system should be freed from dirt with the radiator clea

ColorJet to show soft signage product line with Softjet digital printer at FESPA Hamburg • Softjet available in both 2.5 and 3.2 metre print width • Easily prints on polyester based fabrics • Softjet uses environmental friendly aqueous based inks and also umbrellas, flags, banners, hoardings, canopies, etc.,” Mr. Biju Thomas, Rights Concept Advertising LLC, Dubai, UAE, a customer of ColorJet stated.

“The Softjet digital printer has been able to deliver all signage needs of our customers, whether, mall drop downs, demo tents, hoardings, banners, flags and backlit boards and in the process has proved to be very helpful for our business,” Mr. David Hornsey, Sales Director at Jetmark, Australia, another customer informed.

ColorJet India Ltd, India’s largest manufacturer of wide format inkjet printers is showcasing the Softjet digital printer at FESPA Hamburg, which runs May 8-12, 2017, in hall B5, stall no. G62 and which is the company’s extension of its product line towards the soft signage product line. Softjet easily prints on polyester based fabrics, which can be recycled and uses environmental friendly aqueous based inks.

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oftjet opens another business avenue of customized decorative fabrics for its users and comes in both 2.5 and 3.2 metre print width to target different market requirements, and has been installed and running successfully to the satisfaction of the users in several countries across the world.

Softjet is the perfect solution to print directly on fabrics for soft signage business and optimised for replacement of PVC based media and even amazing applications like backlit displays and even flexible displays can be printed on this machine.

The printer comes with a proprietary AIVC technology for consistent print performance by maintaining constant jetting conditions even in varying environmental conditions. It has an automated feed and a take up system, synchronized with tension bars for unattended long printruns on various types of fabric.

It also has a pneumatics control-based tension-bar on media feed and

take up, to ensure consistent tension on fabric and automatically adjusts, based on type of fabric being used.

“We are showcasing Softjet to expand our product line and also to enable the entry of entrepreneurs in soft signage business at a lower investment,” Mr. Pavan Gupta at ColorJet India Ltd said.

“The machine will prove to be attractive for producers of soft signage’s like flags, banners, hoardings, demo tents, vibrant backlits, etc., since nowadays; a lot of fabric is being used for events like weddings decorations, banquets, etc,” he added.

“We are using the Softjet Plus digital printer and it has proved to be an extremely versatile machine for printing soft signage’s and is a perfect replacement of PVC based media. We print both, backlit displays as well as flexible displays

“We are extremely satisfied and also pleased that we brought the digital printer to Australia as Colorjet’s unique 3E design philosophy: ‘Economic, Efficient & Ecological’, represent the perfect combination of advanced technology, build quality and excellent value for money,” he too added.

About ColorJet India Ltd:

ColorJet India Ltd, the largest manufacturer of digital inkjet printers in India markets its products in 14 countries worldwide. The company maintains its operations via manufacturing facilities located in India and China and sales offices spread across seven countries, which include China, Sri Lanka, UAE and India. To date, ColorJet has installed and implemented 4,000 plus of its printing solutions and products across 315 cities around the world backed by a strong 278 plus member team, of which almost 100 are in technical related functions.

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Aleph joins forces with Wise SGR to speed up growth in the digital printing industry

Aleph announces the signing of a binding agreement whereby Wise SGR S.p.A. – on behalf of Wisequity IV closed-ended fund –will purchase a majority stake of the company.

Wise SGR is a leading Italian management company of private equity funds and has a significant experience in the digital printing industry.

Aleph is emerging as a leading player in the digital printing industry providing not only large format textile digital inkjet printers for textile and other applications but also drying systems, proprietary software and consumables.

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further digitalization of the textile market.

right one to invest on”, Valentina Franceschini, Partner at Wise, said.

Beside developing and producing state of the art products for all printing processes, Aleph invested a lot in offering a prompt and reliable post-sales technical support and this is recognized by its customers as one of the key assets of the company.

Alessandro Manes, founder and CEO of Aleph, said: “Aleph has chosen Wise as a partner because they have a significant knowledge of our industry and a successful track record in supporting small and medium companies like us in growing business through operations improvement, internationalization and M&A.”

Aleph has successfully combined the software competencies of its team with the knowledge of the textile industry being based in the unique textile district of Como.

“It is not a coincidence that the leading companies within this industry are Italian and Aleph is emerging as one of the most reliable solution providers. Innovation capabilities, service attitude and a great deal of commitment convinced us that Aleph team is the

Aleph founders will continue to manage the company focusing on the development of new innovative products and solutions and the improvement of the international presence.

Aleph’s ambition is to become the preferred partner for companies printing on textile and other selected applications around the world.

Konica Minolta Rolls Out High Performance

Accurio Press Series C2070 & C2060 The models in the series are tailored to set new standards in the industry, incorporating state of the art technology for high volume, varied printing requirements to strengthen our commitment of offering world class printing solutions to businesses. KM shall also be launching their solutions under the brand name Accurio Pro to facilitate the job management and color management in the near future’’ said Daisuke Mori, MD Konica Minolta India.

Konica Minolta, a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies has unveiled the new Accurio Press series which sets new standards for superior value combining digital print quality that rivals offset prints with advanced workflow and color management.

It also helps increase the customer profitability by creating smooth and streamlined workflows to expand the print services.

The new series comprises of Accurio Press C2070 & C2060 and replaces the bizhub PRESS C1070, C1060 high-end printing devices. Accurio Press combines the quality and performance of previous models with additional features to adapt to customer requirements and also helps in optimizing the processes and workflows in order to streamline customer print production.

The company’s new Accurio series is armed with industry leading technology and offers a blend of cost efficiency and high quality print outputs to help businesses maximise their profits. The series also comes packed with a host of modular tools including software and cloud based tools for integration, digital press suites, managing workflow etc.

Inspired from the word “accurate,” Accurio demonstrates advanced, automated as well as accurate image of the company.

Salient features of the Accurio Press Series Include: • Excellent colour reproduction meeting standards such as G7 and Gracol.

• Furnishes banner prints suitable for book jackets, tri-fold brochures, posters and more at an amazing speed.

• Fetches completely finished perfect bound books.

• Quick envelope printing with a host of layouts.

“Our new Accurio Press Series is a complete modular line-up of industrial digital printing solutions to help printing businesses achieves unprecedented efficiency and productivity, reduce labour related expenses and tap new unexplored markets. We will continue to expand our series with new models

About Konica Minolta Konica Minolta Business Solutions is a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies from the desktop to the print shop. Konica Minolta is the global developer, manufacturer of multi-functional peripherals (MFPs), printers, equipment for production print systems and graphic arts, equipment for healthcare systems, measuring instruments for industrial and healthcare applications, inkjet print heads and textile printers for industrial use, and related consumables and solution services. It is also engaged in the development, manufacturing and sale of electronic materials (including TAC films), lighting source panels, functional films (including heat insulation films), and optical products (including lens units). To know more please visit http://www.konicaminolta.in Printing Review | May-June 2017 | 53

FESTO VALVE CPA SERIES

PNEUMATIC CONTROL SYSTEMS OBSOLESCENCE

Goss has developed an upgrade to address the Festo CPA Series Pneumatic Control Systems obsolescence. The pneumatic manifolds, master control unit and control logic will be replaced by technology that will extend the life of your Goss equipment. This new upgrade will match the original Goss design and performance specifications, enabling all pneumatic tubing, control cabling and I/O modules to remain intact. Only the new control code and mapping is needed. The manifolds will contain fewer moving parts and are less susceptible to issues. If a valve or other manifold component requires replacement, the change out is simple.

Manifolds contain fewer moving parts and are less susceptible to failures Simple repairs – in most cases without manifold removal or disassembly

BENEFITS: Uses Festo MPA-L Series Pneumatic Control System Eliminates obsolescence condition and protects your production Active technology extends functional life of your Goss equipment Matches original Goss design and performance specifications

REQUIREMENTS: All pneumatic tubing, control cabling and I/O modules remain intact Pneumatic manifolds, master control unit and control logic are exchanged Pneumatic control code changes and mapping pre-programmed off-site Installed by Goss trained technicians

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APPLICATIONS: Goss Sunday 4000 Print Units (manufactured 2001-2010) Goss M600 Print Units (manufactured 2004-2010) Goss JF55, JF60 & JF70 Folders (manufactured 2004-2011) Goss PCC-2 Folders (manufactured 2001-2009) Goss Folder Integrator Unit (manufactured 2001-2010)

GOVT. OF INDIA | Regd. No. F2(P)PRESS/87 - RNI 45915/87