May 16, 2023
When developing a new inkjet press, or creating a custom integration, top print results don’t happen by accident. Let’s look at what can affect print quality and what should be considered for every development project.
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.
February 16, 2023
3 Inkjet Workflow Pain Points – 1 Answer Part 2
In Part 2 the focus turns to Paper and Capital Investments. In the world of inkjet, these are essential elements to understand and control. Let’s reduce the friction to allow the inkjet devices to be as productive as possible. Leverage your data to make good decisions.
February 6, 2023
Lessebo Paper, together with Bonnier Books and Livonia Print, is launching a green paper quality for printing – Livonia Zero Offset by Lessebo Paper
Lessebo Paper is partnering with Bonnier Books and Livonia Print and is now launching the paper quality Livonia Zero Offset by Lessebo Paper. This is an initiative from the three companies to minimise the carbon footprint of printed books.
February 1, 2023
Working with paper stocks and laminations for digital inkjet embellishments
Hands-on experts discuss compatibility of inkjet embellishment with digitally printed media.
January 3, 2023
Paper is Not an Inkjet Problem
Paper is not an inkjet problem. It is an industry problem. Smart printers will constantly be forecasting their paper needs and looking for multiple supply channels to ensure they can meet their clients demands.
September 20, 2022
To Match or Not to Match
To match, or not to match? That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of work being pulled or to take up arms and scream “no one would notice that difference anyway.”
July 28, 2022
Remoistening High Coverage Inkjet Print – Video
Tips and tricks for controlling and enhancing quality on the ProStream 1800 with Contiweb DFA
July 19, 2022
Inkjet Makes Staffing Easier
PSPs have had to increase wages, benefits and recruiting strategies to fill open positions. Inkjet adoption has enabled printers to attract new and provide flexibility for customers as the industry adjusts to the paper supply challenges. Automated workflow solutions are driving growth.
June 29, 2022
Inkjet Printing with Eyes Wide Open
Having quality issues? Sometimes printheads aren’t the problem. Here are tips for diagnosing common problems before they cost you money.
June 28, 2022
What has Auto-Splicing Reels Ever Done for Us?
Press manufacturers usually offer a choice of the reel handling system to their customers to meet their individual preferences. Understand your options and their cost, productivity and sustainability impact.
June 14, 2022
The Long Unwinding Road Leads to Efficiency
Sean Smyth kicks off a series on continuous inkjet efficiency. In part 1 he interviews press OEMs on the use-cases and benefits of non-stop winding solutions for customers.
June 7, 2022
Michelman’s Gianluigi Rankin Talks About the World of Inkjet Priming and Coating
We had the opportunity to catch up with Gianluigi Rankin, Manager Global Marketing with Michelman to talk about the opportunities and complexities of developing inkjet compatible primers and coatings that help open up new markets.
June 2, 2022
Inkjet for Manufacturing Efficiency
Inkjet is coming full circle with the concept of reengineering production at the heart of continued inkjet adoption and success. Quality may be king, but productivity is the kingdom.
May 18, 2022
Setting Up Papers in a Challenging Paper Market
Getting the paper you need when you need it has become a daily challenge for all printers, and IWCO Direct is no exception.
May 17, 2022
Free Whitepaper – Improving TCO and Customer Satisfaction with Inkjet
This 12 page white paper covers the many ways that priming and coatings for inkjet reduce the total cost of ownership and improve product satisfaction for press buyers and their customers.
April 21, 2022
Invest In Our Planet
For those of us who dare to dream of making our world a better place, Kelly Lawrence turned to a few sustainability experts to help us identify next steps.
March 29, 2022
USPS Promotions: Physical Mail Drives Digital Engagement
Print mail service providers are making it easier for their clients to leverage the USPS promotions with bundled services and campaign management. Clients are eager to show postal savings with rates increasing. The various promotions demonstrate mail is driving digital engagement.
March 9, 2022
2022 Outlook for Digitally Printed Labels
Digitally printed labels continues to be a growing market for inkjet. To dig into the potential for inkjet in the label market, we interviewed industry experts Catherine Heckman, President of the Tag and Label Manufacturers Association (TLMI); Paul Lender, of Avery Dennison and Gianluigi Rankin from Michelman.
February 16, 2022
Kodak Introduces KODACOLOR Ink for Film-to-Fabric Printing
Film-to-Fabric, also known as Direct-to-Film or DTF, is an emerging technology that is seeing rapid adoption, particularly among custom t-shirt decorators. Read on to learn about KODACOLOR, new ink system for Film-to-Fabric (DTF) printing projects from Eastman Kodak and how garment decorators can take advantage of this system to grow their businesses.
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