April 11, 2023
We are reporting on 15 installations across 14 companies. A number of these companies have been very active in their inkjet acquisitions in the past year.
March 15, 2023
2023 Inkjet Shopping Guide for Flexible Packaging Presses
This shopping guide is intended to give a high-level overview of flexible packaging presses available or announced.
March 7, 2023
Innovations in Ink Expand Inkjet Printing Possibilities
The ability to print on a wider variety of substrates is a significant unmet need for inkjet users. This article explains why this is such a difficult challenge for many application segments an how ink technology is making strides in some markets.
March 2, 2023
February 2023 Inkjet Installation Roundup
Our February report covering the tail end of 2022 into 2023, includes 12 presses in the US and 10 in Europe (plus 3 oldies from 2020 and 2021). We are finally seeing web-fed installations on par with sheet-fed after 7 months of reporting a tilt toward sheet-fed.
February 28, 2023
2023 Inkjet Shopping Guide for Corrugated Presses Part 2: Pre-Print Plus
Continuing our coverage of inkjet for corrugated, the second part in this shopping guide offers a high-level overview of the corrugated post-print devices available plus a few alternative approaches to corrugated print.
February 21, 2023
Everyday Voice-of-Customer: How to Capture Insights from Every Customer Interaction
Whether you sell print services, printing presses, or support those industries, your sales and service representatives probably make hundreds of calls annually. You can multiply the value of those calls by applying simple, “Everyday VOC” techniques.
February 21, 2023
2023 Inkjet Shopping Guide for Post-Print Corrugated Presses
High-volume production inkjet is still relatively new to the corrugated printing industry. However, the choices are already plentiful. This shopping guide is intended to give a high-level overview of the corrugated post-print devices available.
January 31, 2023
A closer look at the Landa S10P press
The Landa technology has captivated users since the first technology presentation. As with most new technology introductions, the roll-out has been slower than anticipated. An open house at Groupe Prenant gives an excellent opportunity for a technology update and learning from user experience.
January 24, 2023
MGI AlphaJET: changing the paper transport game
The MGI AlphaJET is a B1 inkjet print, embellish and finishing press. Unique is the sheet transport relying on trays and electromagnetic linear motors. This article looks at the status of the press, the first customers and potential future developments.
January 11, 2023
Bobst brings inkjet into their analog line
Bobst has taken a measured approach to entering the digital print fray. Initially offering a few all-digital devices, Bobst has started to integrate their inkjet print technology into their analog product line.
December 15, 2022
Label & Packaging Inkjet in 2022
This article provides a view of the major launches of inkjet label and packaging presses in 2022 and how installation fared in 2022.
December 8, 2022
Kento Hybrid: a new player for corrugated inkjet
Kento, a new player in press manufacturing plans to shake up the corrugated print market with a new hybrid concept, combining inkjet and flexo. This article looks at the press and the opportunities.
December 6, 2022
Getting Better all the Time
Some changes in approach and attitude can yield business benefits without investment in software or hardware. Keep getting better!
November 21, 2022
You’re Invited to a Colorful Friendsgiving
Mary has a free color resource for her friends. Please register (for free) to download .ase files.
October 26, 2022
Inkjet in a Spin
This article covers some of challenges and innovations underpinning the ability to print directly-to-shapes, a method that could be more eco-friendly than labelling.
October 12, 2022
What Do We Mean by Inkjet Productivity?
We talk about inkjet productivity as though one size fits all, but in practice it is a function of what you need. And we all need different things. Consider the differences between industrial and production productivity and review our checklist for assessing what you need.
October 5, 2022
Made in China – HanGlobal Inkjet
Chinese company HanGlobal, part of the Hanglory Group based in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, showcased its label UV inkjet printers at Labelexpo Americas 2022. A number of Hanglory subsidiaries have signed remarketing agreements with European distributors. This article looks at the scope and reach of Hanglory inkjet offers in the West.
September 23, 2022
Inkjet-Verpackung (Inkjet Packaging), the German Way
Testing the Koenig & Bauer RotaJET L against folding carton market requirements. Independent data can enable inkjet growth in packaging.
September 19, 2022
HP announces the HP PageWide T700i Press for paper-based packaging
The new 67 in. (1.7 m) web-fed press will boost efficiency for high-volume production of corrugated and folding carton packaging
September 7, 2022
Colordyne Technologies is First to Adopt New Fiery Impress Print Server
The new Fiery Impress DFE will be featured with Colordyne’s UV-LED and water-based inkjet print engines at Labelexpo Americas 2022.
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