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May/June 2024

Industry Influencer: Gary Cohen

Gary Cohen is the executive director of RadTech International North America, a trade association devoted...

Sea Life Poster Journeys into the Future with AI

Edited by Erin La Row, writer, PostPress An annual project became an award-winning piece of art...

Cast and Cure Films from Breit Technologies

By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress How Does Cast and Cure Work? The Cast and Cure process embosses...

Trading Card Trends 2024

By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress The trading card industry continues on a positive trajectory. Just the...

Metallic Transfer Decorating, the Sustainable Choice for Print & Packaging

By Steven Schnoll, Schnoll Media Consulting Sustainability is becoming increasingly important for the packaging world, including...

PRINTING United Returns to Las Vegas

Make Plans To Be ‘Where the Industry Gathers’ in September 2024 Edited by Erin La Row,...

Sakurai Demonstrates Specialty Coatings and Foils on 2024 Calendar

By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress The 2024 Sakurai Calendar, entitled “Beyond Your Imagination,” utilized screen printing...

Protecting Print Businesses from Digital Disruption

By Tom Wojcinski, principal, and Michael J. Devereux II, CPA, CMP, partner, Wipfli Is there anything...

Applications Portfolio Pushes Boundaries with Extreme Embellishment

Edited by Erin La Row, writer, PostPress The team at Print Panther Direct, a commercial printer...

Saddlestitcher Heads – 7 Deadly Sins to Avoid

By Team Technifold USA As users increase the speed on a saddlestitcher (or any piece of...

February/March 2024

Lollipop Envelope Design Encompasses Multiple Embellishments

By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress Kenmore Envelope Company, located in Richmond, Virginia, specializes in high-end envelope...

Industries Stay Committed to Embellishments

By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress Segments of the printing industry are cautiously optimistic about the next...

Foil Set-Up and Makeready on a Clamshell Press

By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress Working with clamshell-style foil stamping presses presents specific challenges on press....

Whimsical Goat Box Makes Sustainability Statement

Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress When the owners of Big Picture Farm, a small,...

Bindery Automation Circa 2024

By Brad Emerson, general manager, www.fixyourownbindery.com What have printers and finishers/binders seen in bindery automation advancements...

Scodix SHD and ART

Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress Scodix Inc., with US headquarters in Saddle Brook, New...

Sustainability Certifications and Reporting Directives

by Karen Kromat, sustainable program manager, Case Paper In January 2016, the United Nation’s Sustainable Development...

Maximizing Website Impact on Sales Funnel, Recruiting Processes

By Sara Melefsky, digital marketing director, WayPoint Marketing Communications Regardless of what type of business, a...

Steady Growth for North American Folding Carton Market Predicted Through 2027

Submitted by the Paperboard Packaging Council As the world began to move on from strict measures...

Gearing Up for drupa 2024

Compiled by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress One of the print industry’s biggest events for printing...

Industry Influencer – Vicki Strull

Vicki Strull is the complete package. Graphic designer. Branding enthusiast. Motivational speaker. She’s a big-picture...

 


November/December 2023

Importance of Workflow Software for Binding/Finishing | Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Offline UV Coating Applications | Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

From Print to Finishing: 4.0 | Submitted by Messe Düsseldorf

Hazen Paper Company Elevates Its Game with Enshrinement 2023 | Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

PPC Announces 2023 North American Paperboard Packaging Competition Winners | Submitted by the Paperboard Packaging Council

The Importance of Paper in Learning and Literacy | By Kathi Rowzie, president, Two Sides North America

Year-End Economic Outlook: Here We Go Again | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Tech Watch: THERM-O-TYPE NSF Excel Mark II | Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress


August/September 2023

Industry Influencer: George White  |  By PostPress

Embellished Direct Mail Marketing Creates Sensory Experience | By Julie Shaffer, vice president, program development, Association for PRINT Technologies

When It Comes to Folding/Gluing, Efficiency is Key | Compiled by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

FSEA and Members Focusing Heavily on Sustainability Strategies | By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress and FSEA executive director

Football Frenzy: Putting the ‘Wow’ Factor in Season Tickets | By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Selling and Marketing Digital Embellishments | By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

Company Creates Business Card Too Beautiful for the Rolodex | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Couple Says ‘I Do’ to Custom, Luxury Wedding Invitations | By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Business is About Results, Not Excuses | By Ed Rigsbee, CAE, CSP and president of Rigsbee Research

Creative Toolkit Shows Off Finishing Services | By Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress


May/June 2023

Industry Influencer: Adam Peek  |  By PostPress

Award Certificates at a Level Above  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

‘Willy’ Print Pushes Boundaries, Engages Imaginations  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

CNC Engraving Improves Embossing, Stamping Dies  |  By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

In a Design Bind? Try These Unique Binding Options  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Digital Embellishments Provide Budget-Friendly Experimenting  |  By David Drucker, CEO and founder, highresolution

State of UV LED Curing Applications  |  By Jennifer Heathcote, GEW, Inc.

Top 5 Ways to Turn Failure into Advantage  |  By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress


February/March 2023

Industry Influencer: Emilio Corti  |  By PostPress

Direct Mail in a Different World  |  By Trish Witkowski, president of Foldfactory

Taylor Box Company Creates Premium Packaging for Cincoro’s Extra Añejo Tequila  |  By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

PDF Files Can Help Streamline the Embellishment Process  |  By Andrew Bailes-Collins, head of product management, Ultimate TechnoGraphics, and technical officer, Ghent Workgroup

American Forest & Paper Association Design Guidance for Recyclability: “A Resource for Paper-Based Packaging Designers” |  By Terry Webber, vice president, industry affairs, AF&PA

Rethinking Paper Choices for Distinctive Designs, Sustainability  |  Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

DVC Highlights Striking Foil Capabilities Using Cast and Cure™ and Cold Foil  |  Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

2023’s Hottest Print Design Trends  |  By Sabine Lenz, PaperSpecs

Folding Carton Market to Enjoy Measured Growth Through 2026  |  Submitted by the Paperboard Packaging Council

Are Your Corporate Cell Phone Policies Up to Date?  |  By Ralph G. Martinez, Esp. and Ed Rigsbee, CAE, CSP


November/December 2022

Industry Influencer: Warren Werbitt  |  By PostPress

Marketing Shifts: Finishers Reach Customers/Prospects  |  By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

Dreyer Kliche Uses Danish Fairy Tale to Demonstrate Creative Extremes of Hot Foil Stamping, Embossing  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Making Projects Stand Out with Spiral Coil Options  |  By Rafael Renderos, PEL Manufacturing

Sustainability ABCs and Energy-Curable Technology |  By Cara Bommarito, sustainability manager, RadTech – UV+EB Technology Nonprofit Association

Working with Paper Stocks and Laminations for Digital Inkjet Embellishments  |  Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

DataGraphic Creates Smyth-Sewn Book for Global Diversity Movement  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

The Easiest Way to Increase Sales May Be Right Under Your Nose  |  By Mark Porter, Dienamic MIS Software

Managed Service Providers are Critical to Securing Smart Factory  |  By Lauren Middleton, content writer and web designer, River Valley Digital

Buying a Folder-Gluer: Top Three Factors to Consider  |  By Hani Hallal, Impack Packaging

Old Thinking Won’t Lead to New Ideas  |  By Susan Robertson, Harvard lecturer and innovation consultant


August/September 2022

Industry Influencer: David Lukshus, Cog, LLC  |  By PostPress

Folding Carton Production: Automation to the Rescue for Workflow Challenges  |  By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Velvet Stock, Foil-Embossed Label Helps Wine Bottle Shine  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Laminate, Coating or Cast and Cure™: Which Type of Soft-Touch Application to Use … and When  |  By Kim Guarnaccia, Huzzah Marketing

Cold Foil Process Continues to Grow  |  By Jeff Peterson, executive director, FSEA

RRD Survey: Nearly Seven in 10 Packaging Decision Makers Forced to Reprioritize Amid Supply Chain Disruption, Inflation  |  Submitted by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company

Preparing for Today’s Bookbinding Applications  |  By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

One Country, One Constitution, One Amazing Design  |  By Jewlissa Frickey, writer, PostPress

Finding & Keeping Good Salespeople, Part 2  |  By David M. Fellman

Luxury Apartment Sales Kit Takes Embellishments to Another Level  |  Printed with permission by PaperSpecs

Paper Packaging: The Natural Choice  |  Submitted by Two Sides


May/June 2022

All you Need is Love – Playing Card Box Befitting of Music Icons  |  By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

An Extreme Touch with Digital Embellishments  |  By Lindsey Munson, editor, PostPress

Trends and Troubleshooting with Laminated Film Equipment  |  By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Digital Embellishments Open Doors to New Business  |  By Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress

Company Folders, Inc. Works to Help Ukrainian Employees  |  Submitted by Company Folders, Inc.

Advancing Paper Recycling’s Success into the Future  |  By Jan Bottiglieri, editorial director, Tappi

Fragrance Box Matches Its Floral Sensation  |  Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress

Finding & Keeping Good Salespeople  |  By David M. Fellman

Top 10 Packaging Trends for 2022  |  By Nathan Dube


February/March 2022

Industry Influencer: Keith Whisler, Envelope Manufacturers Association  |  By PostPress

Overcoming Supply Chain Chaos  |  By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

Designing for Specialty UV Coatings  |  By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Cast and Cure Finds Niche for Many Applications  |  By PostPress

Troubleshooting Foil Stamping Challenges on Press  |  By Liz Stevens, wrtier, PostPress

Electronic Communication – Is Paper a Better Choice?  |  By Two Sides North America

Paper with a Plan – a DataGraphic and Mohawk Collaboration  |  By Jewlissa Frickey, editor, PostPress

Embossed Cookie Makes a Splash  |  By Cienna Sorell, writer, PostPress

Revival of the North American Book Market  |  By Andy Fetherman, Muller Martini North America

What Will Impact Growth for Holography in 2022?  |  By The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA)


November/December 2021

Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Charlie Brown, Metal Magic | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Cannabis Market Embraces the Benefits of Holography | By Kim Guarnaccia, owner, Huzzah Marketing, LLC

Top 7 Ways to Improve Folder-Gluer Productivity with Simple Investments | By Stefan Badertscher, director of sales and marketing, IMPACK

Digital Decorating and Embellishment Processes | By Kevin Abergel, marketing consultant, Taktiful

Passion in Photography and Print: The Road to Potosi | By Jewlissa Frickey, assistant editor, PostPress

Special Diecuts Showcase the Yule Log Christmas Card | By Cienna Sorell, writer, PostPress

Embellishing with EB | By Sage M. Schissel, Ph.D., PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC

Working Through the Bindery – From the Pandemic and Supply Chain to Paper Stocks and Adhesives | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Special Effects Help Spur Greeting Card Sales | By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

Paper, Climate Change and Common Sense | By Kathi Rowzie, vice president of operations, Two Sides North America

What’s Up with Inflation These Days?  | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

FSEA Association News | PostPress


August/September 2021

Industry Influencer: Mickey Fortune, RadTech International North America | PostPress

Extreme Branding – Innovating a More Personal Future | By Christine Yardley, Print Panther

Working Through Challenges with Today’s Paper Stocks and Coatings | Compiled by PostPress Staff

Women Making Their Mark in Finishing | By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

Capturing Creativity with Konica Minolta’s Extreme Digital Guide | By Jewlissa Frickey, writer, PostPress

Special Sales Gala Invitation Draws Rave Reviews | By Jeff Peterson, executive director, FSEA

UV Enhances Print Project | By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress

Leasing Equipment – Buyer Beware | By David Spiel, Spiel Associates, Inc.

Embellishments and Direct Mail Equal Success | Steven Schnoll, Schnoll Media Consulting

7 Hottest Print Design Trends | By Sabine Lenz, PaperSpecs

Top 5 Things to Know About No-Cost Plant Assessments | By Liz Stevens. writer, PostPress

We Got What We Wanted … Now What? | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Tech Watch: BOBST’s Improves ACCUCHEC | By Jewlissa Frickey, writer, PostPress

FSEA Association News | PostPress


May/June 2021

Foil & Emboss Elevate Mandala Art | By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress

28th Annual FSEA Gold Leaf AwardsPostPress

Finish with a BANG! Great Ideas for Folding, Binding and Mail | By Trish Witkowski, CEO, Foldfactory

Don’t Forget to Finish It! | By Mark DiMattei, manager, Keypoint Intelligence – InfoTrends

Exploring Laser Cutting Technology | PostPress

Sustainability Meets Print Decorating | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

Utilizing Digital Printing for Greater Brand Awareness | By Hadar Peled Vaissman, independent creative consultant

Packaging Embellishments: Set Your Cannabis Company Up for Success | By Kim Guarnaccia, owner, Huzzah Marketing, LLC

365 Days of Incredible – The Fedrigoni Annual Calendar Amazes All Year Long | By Brittany Willes, writer, PostPress

What Consumers Don’t Know About the Sustainability of Paper Products | Reprinted with permission from Two Sides North America

Tech Watch: Heidelberg’s Diana Go 85 | By Chris Raney, vice president of product management, postpress commercial and packaging division, Heidelberg USA

FSEA Association News | PostPress


February/March 2021

Industry Influencer: Sue Lund | PostPress

Metallic Decorating: A Closer Look | By Jeff Peterson, executive director, FSEA

Perfect Binding Machines – What to Know Before Purchasing | PostPress

Sustainability and Shine: Tendero Collaborates with Gasperini for Luxury Box | By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress

Art and Paperboard – Metsä Board Showcases Specialty Techniques | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Holograms Shine in the Battle to Protect Against ID Fraud | By Dr Paul Dunn, chairman, International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA)

Understanding the How and Why for Quality Creasing Outcomes | By Joe McDowell, vice president, Channel Creasing Matrix/CCM Die Supply

Techwatch: Duplo USA’s DDC-810 Raised Spot UV Coater | By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress

Adapting Business Practices Amid the Pandemic | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Looking Forward to virtual.drupa| Interview with Sabine Geldermann, project director drupa, Messe Düsseldorf
Digital Decorating – Where Does It Fit and Where is It Going | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

When You See a Fork in the Road, Take It | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

FSEA Association News | PostPress


November/December 2020

Industry Influencer: Ford Bowers | PostPress

Times that Bind – Finishers and Binders Adjust to a Shifting Industry | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Know Your Data So You Can Know Your Costsand Maximize Profit | By Mark Porter, president, Dienamic Software

Celebrating in Style – SpongeBob Turns 20 | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

All Wrapped Up – Tru-Cut Christmas Box Creates | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Holiday Magic Elegant Packaging for “Breaking Bad” Remembrance | By Lara Copeland, contributing writer, PostPress

A Lifetime of Customers, Generations of Friends – FSEA Remembers Fred Isler | By Reneé Varella, Foil & Specialty Effects Association

PRINTING United Goes Virtual with New Online Platform | PostPress

Lifecycle Management: An Integral Part of Maintaining Bindery Equipment | By Dan Denue, vice president, operations, Muller Martini

2020 and 2021: No End to Chaos in Sight | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Diecutters Go High-Tech | by Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

UV Surface and Air Disinfection Devices: Let the Buyer Beware!  | By Castine A. Bernardy, Nicola M. Elardo, Alexa M. Trautz, and James P. Malley, Jr., Ph.D., Environmental Engineers, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH

The Intersection of Volume and Profit | By David M. Fellman, consultant

Crown Roll Leaf’s Holograms By Lara Copeland, contributing writer, PostPress

FSEA Association News | PostPress


August/September 2020

Industry Influencer: Ben Markens, PPC | PostPress

Embellishments on Folding Cartons: Continued Growth and Opportunities | By Hallie Forcinio, writer, PostPress

27th Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards | PostPress

Cold Foil: Best Applications, New Markets and Debunked Myths | By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress

The Workforce Solution is Career Awareness | By Donna Painter, assistant professor, Department of Applied Engineering, Safety & Technology, Millersville University

Folding/Gluing: Working with Short-Run Cartons | By Kevin Koplin, managing director, and Shawn Rogers, training manager, American International Machinery

Paper Punching in the Digital Age | Reprinted from The Binding Edge

FSEA Remembers Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: John Tinnon | By Kym Conis, former assistant director, FSEA

Shining a Light on UV-Cured Decoration Capabilities | By Lara Copeland, contributing writer, PostPress

Tech Watch: Sakurai Introduces the ScreenFoil™ LQM Series Inline Hot Foil Stampers | Edited by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Choosing the Right Three-Knife Trimmer | By Britt Cary, vice president of marketing and sales, The Challenge Machinery Company

Recruiting the Next-Generation Workforce | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

FSEA Association News


May/June 2020

In Memoriam: FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient Tom Cullen | By Kym Conis, managing director, AMBA

Software Can Bring Savings on the Plant Floor | By Mark Porter, president, Dienamic Software

A Little Taste of Honey | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Flights of Fancy: Accordion Book Soars to New Heights  | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Going Green: Texas Bindery Creates Uniquely Vibrant Label | By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

CARES Act Provides Relief to Print Finishers | By Michael J. Devereux II, CPA, CMP, Mueller Prost

3 Hottest Print Design Trends of 2020 | By Sabine Lenz, president, PaperSpecs

Quality Control Systems Key to Folder-Gluer Production Success | By Richard Pallante, president USA and Canada, Baumer hhs

Evolution of Sustainability and Circular Economy and Their Influence on Printing Operations | By Gary A. Jones, director, EHS Affairs, Specialty Graphic Imaging Association

The Finishing Industry Works Through COVID-19 | By Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress

The 5 Myths of Business Strategy | By Rich Horwath, CEO, Strategic Thinking Institute

FSEA Association News


February/March 2020

Industry Influencer: Sabine Geldermann | PostPress

FSEA•IADD 2020 Joint Conference | PostPress

Print and the Economy in 2020 | By Dr. Ronnie H. Davis, senior vice president and chief economist, PIA

Digital Decorating: Finding the Sweet Spot | By Jeff Peterson, Editor-in-Chief, PostPress

Interactive Christmas: MCD Updates the Classic Advent Calendar | By Brittany Willes, contributing writer, PostPress

Unique Book Design for University Report | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Behrmann Printing Company’s Fair Lane Invitation | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Sustainability in Packaging: Corporate Commitment | By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

Embrace the Future at drupa | By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

The Evolution and Evaluation of Dynamic Stripping | By James D. Banister, BS, MBA, AMPM, LSS BB, Bobst North America Inc.

Perfect Binding Automates: Handling Digitally and/or Offset-Printed Jobs | By Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress

Simple Changes in Energy Management Can Have a Big Impact | By Grainger

Tech Watch: Eagle Systems’ Cold Foil Module | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

FSEA Association News


November/December 2019

Industry Influencer: Steve Bonoff | PostPress

Holography on the Front Line of ID Security and Protection | Submitted by Andy Bruce, on behalf of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association

Foil Innovation Catches the Eye for Added Value Brand Packaging  | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Magic in the Cards: Foil Graphics Celebrates the Holidays with Special Christmas Card | By Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

A Carton that Conveys a Message from Studio On Fire | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Finding the Perfect Recipe for Thick-Book Binding | By Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Finishing and Binding Make a Strong Premiere at PRINTING United | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Choosing the Right Folder-Gluer | By Jeff Wilcox, PPC Technologies & Solutions, LLC

Four Issues Likely to Define 2020 | By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Greeting Card Popularity Still Shines | By Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress

Year-end Tax Planning Opportunities | By Michael J. Devereux II, CPA, CMP

Sustainable Printing: The Why, The What and The How | Reprinted with permission by the Great Lakes Graphics Association

Tech Watch: AIM and EyeC-America’s SIG-CHECK Print Inspection System | By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

FSEA News


August/September 2019

Industry Influencer: Doreen M. Monteleone, Ph.D.| PostPress

Cost Saving Ideas When Choosing Engravings | by Jeff Peterson, executive director, FSEA

PACK EXPO Returns to Vegas | PostPress

PRINT 19 Reveals Red Hot Tech | PostPress

New Industry Opportunities at PRINTING United | PostPress

Are Your Profits in a Bind? Samples Sell Capabilities | by Deborah Corn, Intergalactic Ambassador to the Printerverse, PrintMediaCentr

Elevating Magazine Covers with Embellishments | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Tech Watch: PVC Spiral Supply’s Marlon EZ Flex 100 Coil Inserter and SlanTIS Sleeves | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Election Watch: It’s the Economy, Stupid | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

What’s Next for the Bindery? | by Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress

RIT Students Create More Than A Box for Print Panther | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Devilish Design – 13 Devils Business Cards | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

ECMA Statement on the Recyclability of Folding Cartons | Statement courtesy of the European Carton Makers Association

7 Steps to Turn Employee Potential into Performance | by Brad Wolff, managing partner, PeopleMax

FSEA News


May/June 2019

Industry Influencer: Lindsey Roy | PostPress

“A Baugh Christmas Story,” by D.E. Baugh Co. | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

26th Annual Gold Leaf Awards | PostPress

Finishers Explore New Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Q&A: Laminating Films | by Jeff Truan, Strategic Account Manager, Nobelus

Odyssey Expo 2019: Diemaking, Diecutting and Print Finishing Industries Come Together  | PostPress

A Letterpress Journey to Learn From | Interview by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Bindery Automation circa 2019 | by Brad Emerson, www.fixyourownbindery.com

5 Reasons to Hire for Skill Over Experience | by John Carrozza, principal consultant, Riviera Advisors, Inc.

Go Big and Go Gold – PBS Wins with Unique Binding | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

Direct Mail Success | by Hallie Forcinio, contributing editor, PostPress

Global Economy in a State of Flux (Again) | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Dispelling the Myths about Print and Paper | by Phil Riebel, President, Two Sides North America, Inc.

Five Key Trends Disrupting the Paper and Board Market | Article courtesy of Smithers Pira

Techwatch: Brausse Group’s 1050SFi Foil Stamper and Diecutter | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

FSEA News


February/March 2019

Industry Influencer: Jason Cline | by PostPress

Atlanta Prepares to Host Odyssey Expo | by PostPress

Stripping at Maximum Press Speed and Yield | by John Norgard, president, Converting Technology, Inc.

Q&A: Solving Challenges with Perfect Binding | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

10 Time-Consuming Tasks You Should Automate Now | by Gail Bullen, Business Development Manager, Avanti

Trade Finishing: Change, Challenge and Opportunity | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

Reconciling the Stock Market with the Real US Economy in 2019 | by Robert Fry, chief economist of Robert Fry Economics LLC

Just Getting Warmed Up: Choquet’s Sun-Themed Calendar Shines Bright | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

Out of This World: UEI’s Holiday Greeting Card | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Membership Directory Designed to “Spur Imagination” | by Dianna Brodine, assistant director, FSEA

One-on-One Meetings Matter More Than You Know | by Kate Zabriskie, president, Business Training Works, Inc.

The Soft Touch: Haptics Enhance Print and Packaging | by Chris Davis, IST America, and Volker Selg, IST Metz

Tech Watch: THERM-O-TYPE’s Glue-Tech SA-1420 | by Katy Ibsen, editor, PostPress, and Chris Van Pelt, THERM-O-TYPE

FSEA News


November/December 2018

Industry Influencer: Greg Maze | by PostPress

Trends Presentation Products Reaches New Heights with Wine Box | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

DMS Casts a Unique Poster for SweetWater Brewing Company | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Far Out – Ross Printing Takes Cannabis Label to the Next Level | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

Foiling the Forgers – Hot Stamping Foil Adds Security to Documents | by Mark Filby, Security Foiling Limited

PUR or EVA – What is the Best Adhesive Option? | Information Provided by Duplo USA Corporation and BC Adhesives

PRINT 18 Specialty Printing, Post-Press & Finishing Technology Recognition | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Q&A: Understanding UV LED Curing | by Paul Mills, contributing writer

Foil Cheat Sheet Puts Decorating Options in Your Hand | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

Evaluate your Company’s 401(k) for Optimal Success | by Joseph P. Trybula, CFP®, AIF, Printers 401k

The 2019 Print and Packaging Outlook | by Dr. Ronnie H. Davis, senior vice president and chief economist, Printing Industries of America

The 3 P’s to Becoming and Engaged Healthcare Consumer | by Dr. Josh Luke, faculty member, University of Southern California’s Sol Price School of Public Policy

5 Ways to Improve Company Wellness | by Liz Stevens, contributing writer, PostPress

If You Can’t Convince Them, Confuse Them | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Tech Watch: Standard Finishing Systems’ StitchLiner Mark IIIby Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

FSEA News


August/September 2018

Industry Influencer: Bruce Peterson | by PostPress

Worldwide Market for Print 2.0 | Executive Synopsis courtesy of the Association for Print Technologies

PRINT 18 is Back in Chicago | by PostPress

Book Sewing Technology Responds to Digital Printing Era by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

D&K’s Double Kote Digital | Edited by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Well-Executed Makeready Can Be a Game Changer | by Greg Faddis, direct sales professional, UEI® Group Companies

Set Sail with Jostens’ Award-Winning Naval Academy Yearbook | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

Anstadt Communications Raises the Bar with Classic Cocktail Recipe Cards | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Digital Foil Technology Opens New Doors | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

Recruiting Millennials | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Hello Darkness, My Old Friend | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Alternative Available for Hot and Cold Foil Waste | by Carson Weisbord, Channeled Resources Group

If You Don’t Know How to Onboard New Employees, You’re Not Alone | by Pam Butterfield, Business Success Tools

Booklist: Creating Successful Cultures | by Dianna Brodine, assistant director, FSEA

FSEA News


May/June 2018

Industry Influencer: Thayer Long | by PostPress

Changing Print Environments Affect the Bindery | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

25th Annual Gold Leaf Awards | by PostPress

“Fun & Games” by J.S. McCarthy | by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress

Leveraging Print to Complement eMarketing Omni-Channel Strategies for Profitability | Article courtesy of Canon Solutions America and NAPCO

FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient Nelson Stevens | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

2018 FSEA•IADD Joint Conference – A Look Back at the Events, Content and Networking | by Katy Ibsen, managing editor, PostPress

Proper Design Key for Successful Folding/Gluing | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

Five Major Technology Advances in UV/EB Curing Print Market | Article courtesy of Smithers Pira

Tactile Experience Has Created a Resurgence in Print over Digital | by Taylor Graham, marketing & sales coordinator, Royle Printing

Be Our Guest – Subtle Impressions Opens Doors with Unique Invitation | by Brittany Willes, contributing editor, PostPress

The Economist’s View: Steel Tariffs – Good, Bad, Both? | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Booklist: Goal Setting and Follow-through | by Dianna Brodine, assitant director, FSEA

FSEA News


February/March 2018

Industry Influencer: Deborah Corn | by PostPress

Four Drivers for Luxury Packaging Markets | by Smithers Pira

Multi-Level Embossing Kicks It Up a Notch, Reaches New Depths | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

Dishing Up New Traditions – Digitalpress Produces a Unique Cookbook for the Ages | by Sabine Lenz, president, PaperSpecs

A Paradise of Decorative Processes | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Grain Direction – The Long and Short of It | by Brian Cowie, CEO, The Paper Mill Store

Bound for Success – Loose Leaf Keeps Up with the Digital Age | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Job Costing – Using Data Collection to Determine Estimated vs. Actual Profits | by Mark Porter, president, Dienamic MIS Software, Inc.

Cold Foil is the Hot Choice for Metallic Enhancements | by PostPress

A Walkthrough of a Broken Organization | by Ken Thoreson, president, Acumen Management Group

Print and Paper in a Digital World – Consumer Preferences, Attitudes and Trust | by Phil Riebel, president, Two Sides North America, Inc.

The Good, Bad and Maybe Ugly Sides of the Tax Cut | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Booklist: Strategic Planning | by PostPress

FSEA News


November/December 2017

Industry Influencer: Sabine Lenz | by PostPress

The 2018 Economy and Print Markets | by Dr. Ronnie H. Davis, senior vice president and chief economist, Printing Industries of America

Installation and Training are Key with Folding/Gluing Equipment | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

Selling Your Finishing Business – An Inside Look | by Rock LaManna, owner, LaManna Alliance

Established Procedures Stop Email Fraud Attempt | by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

Creasing Solutions – Keeping Up with Digital Printing | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

The Case for New Bindery Equipment | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

A Study in Chocolate: API Foils Examines Premium Chocolate Packaging | Information provided by API Foils packaging study

Build an Emotional Connection with Interactive Pop-Ups | by Kevin Rickard, president, Rickard Bindery

A Texas-Sized Holiday Card from Seidl’s Bindery | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Wistful Wedding Bells – Haute Papier Invitation Combines Culture and Class | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Hurricanes Storm in with Lasting Impact | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Two Little Words That Can Make or Break a Customer Relationship | by Joanne Gore, director of marketing, Avanti Systems

FSEA News

BIA News


August/September 2017

Industry Influencer: Trish Witkowski | by PostPress

Avoiding Bindery Bottlenecks | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

PRINT 17 Returns to Chicago | by PostPress

OSHA Regulatory Update For 2017 | by Gary Jones, assistant VP EHS Affairs; Kaitlin Rundle, EHS associate; and Matthew Crownover, EHS associate, Printing Industries of America

Going Gaga Over Printing Arts’ Promo Kit | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Lamplighter Hardback: Judged by its Cover | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Whooo? Wins Gold Leaf Award | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

BOPP Films are an Excellent Choice for Beverage Packaging | by Maika Collado, Operational Marketing, Derprosa Specialty Films USA

Sheet-fed Cold Foil Finding Niche with Folding Cartons | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

Finishing First: Changing Mindsets to Ensure Greater ROI | by Lance Martin, vice president of national accounts, MBO America

How is the Economy Doing? It Depends on Which One | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

PIA’s Premier Print Awards | by PostPress

Tech Watch: BOBST’s MASTERFOIL 106PR | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

What Can a Valuation Expert Do for Your Succession Plan? | Reprinted with permission from www.carlson-advisors.com

Understanding the Flow of Inventory Management | by Grainger Editorial Staff

BIA News

FSEA News


May/June 2017

Industry Influencer: Hal Hinderliter | by PostPress

Loose Leaf Stays Relevant | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer

A Symphony in Color by J.S. McCarthy | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

FSEA Announces Gold Leaf Award Winners | by PostPress

Simply Bewitching: A New Era in Wine Labels | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Decorating and Finishing Keep Up with Digital Label Printing Technology | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

The Future of Finishing | by Andy Fetherman, vice president of sales and technology, Muller Martini Corp.

Utilizing Hologram Technology and Second-Level Solutions for Increased Brand Protection | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Q&A: Perfect Binding – Traditional EVA vs. PUR Adhesive | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Tech Watch: The Matrix from Vivid Laminating | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

4th drupa Global Trends Report 2017 Executive Summary | by PostPress

Shifting from Populism to Pragmatism | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Paper and Print: Sustainable and Essential | by Phil Riebel, president, Two Sides North America, Inc.

In Tough Conversations, Seek to COMPLETE, Not COMPETE | by Lynne Cunningham, MPA, Studer Group

Association News: FSEA Association News: BIA


February/March 2017

Industry Influencer: Cindy Crouse | by PostPress

Diecutting – Keeping the Process Simple | by Nick Crabtree, president, N & J Training, LLC

Working with Specialty UV Coatings on Press | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

SGP Sets Direction for 2017 | by Brittany Sutphin, executive director, Sustainable Green Printing Partnership

Direct Mail Still Boasts Marketing Advantages | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

Poly Covers: The Newest Trend in Binding | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Quality Stitching Wire Matters | by Kristopher Shaw, sales manager, WCJ Pilgrim Wire

Application: Cuba Libre! | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Application: Lights, Camera, Color! | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Application: Touchdown! | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Estimating: Know Your Costs to Determine Your Profits | by Mark Porter, president, Dienamic MIS Software, Inc.

A First Economic Look at the Trump Administration | by Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

Be a Customer Service Contender | by Katie Zabriskie, president, Business Training Works, Inc.

Cultivating Caution in the Workplace | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

Tech Watch: Gietz’s ROFO 910 PLUS Hot Foil Machine | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Association News: FSEA

Association News: BIA


November/December 2016

Election Results Create Path for Tax Changes | by Michael J. Devereux II, CPA, CMP, partner, Mueller Prost

Print Influencer: Alan Rosenspan | by PostPress

Evaluating Used Bindery Equipment | by Brad Emerson, general manager, fixyourownbindery.com

Letterpress: Old is New Again | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer

Economic and Print Market Update and Outlook | by Dr. Ronnie Davis, senior vice president, Printing Industries of America

Using a B.O.L.D. Approach to Succeed in an Unpredictable Business World | by Jill Johnson, president, Johnson Consulting Services

The New Classic: Neenah Revisits Old Typefaces | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

“May I Have the Envelope Please?” | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Spoilage Incentive: Raising the Bar on Lowering Spoilage Rates | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress

The Truth Unfolds: Specialty Folding is More than Meets the Eye | by Kevin Rickard, president, Rickard Bindery

Labor Reduction Technologies: New Software Solution for Guillotine Cutting | by Zeenath Haniff, Farheap Solutions

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement: What, Who and Why? | by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

Coil Binding for Thick Books | by Anna Massey, director of marketing, Gateway Bookbinding Systems

Rollem International’s Insignia 7 Diecutter | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Direct Mail: Seven Ways to Save in 2017 | by Kim Mauch, Satori Software

Association News: BIA Association News: FSEA


August/September 2016

Print Influencer: Mary Beth Smith | by PostPress

Preparing for the Future in a Changing Commercial Printing Marketplace | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer, PostPress

BIA Product of Excellence Awards | by PostPress

Refresh at GRAPH EXPO 16 in Orange County, Florida | by PostPress

Photo Books: Updating the Family Album | by Nancy Cates, contributing writer, PostPress

Studying the Response: Foil Attracts Consumer Attention | by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

Q&A: Proper Safety and the Right Coverage Can Go a Long Way with Property and Casualty Insurance | by Eric Stiles, lead account executive, Sentry Insurance

Association News: FSEA | by PostPress

Association News: BIA | by PostPress

One Goal: Blackhawks Take Home the Gold | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Candy-Coated Brilliance: Thoro Packaging Sets New Standards in Folding Cartons | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Purple Pride Wins the Gold | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Book Automation’s Universe Sewing WEB-FED Book Production Solution | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Sustainability and the Modern Printer | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

FSEA Economic Survey Reveals Industry Trends | by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress

OSHA is Increasing Penalties | by Gary A. Jones, assistant vice president, EHS Affairs; Kaitlin Mackey, EHS associate; and Matthew Crownover, EHS associate, Printing Industries of America

Is Your Company the Next Blockbuster? | by Steve Blue, president and CEO, Miller Ingenuity


May/June 2016

Print Influencer: Daniel Dejan | by PostPress

Just the Right Time for Diamond Packaging | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

23rd Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards | by Foil & Specialty Effects Association

Class of 2016: Jostens Takes Yearbooks to a New Level | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Direct Mail Makes a Comeback | by Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress

Cultivating Leadership – FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient Mike Graf | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

USPS Promotion Targets the Senses | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Trends in Label Decorating | by Melissa Larson, contributing writer

Labelexpo Americas 2016 | by PostPress

Cold Foil Enhancement in the High-End Spirits Market | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

Tech Watch: B&R Moll’s digi-mollPAK System | by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress

FSEA News | Foil & Specialty Effects Association

BIA News | by Kayleigh Smith, manager, marketing, Printing Industries of America

Managing Foil Inventory | by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress


February/March 2016

Print Influencer: Dr. Joe Webb | by PostPress

drupa 2016 has Something for Everyone | by Lara Copeland, PostPress

Trends in Folding Cartons Boost Shelf Impact | by Melissa Larson, PostPress

Advances in Punching and Perforating | by Brittany Willes, PostPress

Puttin’ on the Glitz | by Helen Rallis, Sun Chemical

Avoiding the Insanity of Gluing Poly-Coated Substrates | by Technical Service Department, Capital Adhesives

Oklahoma: Come See – and Feel – for Yourself | by Brittany Willes, PostPress

Enticing with Texture | by Brittany Willes, PostPress

Bidding for a Super Bowl | by Dianna Brodine, PostPress

Lamination of Digital Output: Art vs. Science | by Scott Diamond, Data-Bind

Stress: The Catalyst for Workplace Change | by Valerie J. Price, Coyne Graphic Finishing

What Is Folding BoxBoard? | by Brent Singer and Steve Rote, Metsa Board Americas Corp.

Tech Watch: Duplo USA Corporation’s 600i Booklet System | by Lara Copeland, PostPress

Association News: FSEA

Association News: BIA


November/December 2015

Printers’ Profits Up in 2015 | by Dr. Ronnie H. Davis

A Closer Look at Electron Beam Technology | by John E. Salkeld

Make a Statement with Your Company Holiday Card | by Trish Witkowski

A Case for Digital Hardcover Binding | by Richard Romano

Binding Options Emphasized in Standard 6 | by PostPress

Scodix Prestige Box Makes an Impact | by PostPress

Adding Value at SunDance Marketing Solutions | by Jen Clark

Paper Choices Abundant for Binding and Finishing Work | by Jen Clark

Options in Book Cloth Add Style and Durability | by by Rob Mauritz

Reducing the Risk of Combustible Dust | by Grainger

Common Pricing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | by Amy Fulford

Print Influencer: Rock LaManna | by PostPress

The Three P’s of Powerful Leadership | by David Waits

Tech Watch: KAMA ProCut 76 | by Brittany Willes

Association News: BIA Association News: FSEA


August/September 2015

Print Influencer: Ralph Nappi | by PostPress

GRAPH EXPO 15 on Its Way to Chicago | by PostPress

Making Print Perform | by Hal Hinderliter, Hal Hinderliter Consulting Services

Demand on the Rise for Sheet-Fed Rotary Diecutting | by Jeff Peterson

Application Highlights: Getting the Edge on Quality | by Brittany Willes

Mowing Down the Competition | by Brittany Willes

A Brighter Day for Titleist Packaging | by Brittany Willes

Cold Foil Combines with Cold Brew in Beverage Packaging | by Melissa DeDonder

Innovative Envelopes for Mail | by Trish Witkowski, Foldfactory.com/Rock the Mailbox

Digital Finishing Changing Postpress Paradigms | by Jen Clark

Q&A: Cutting Difficult Substrates | by Jen Clark

Yes, It’s Beautiful… But, Will It Mail? | by Mike Porter, Print/Mail Consultants

Top 5 Reasons to Fire a Customer | by Brittany Willes

Consumer Reading Preferences: Paper or Screen? | by TwoSides

Using Social Media to Promote Your Business | by Jen Clark

Association News: FSEA

Association News: BIA


May/June 2015

Quality Assurance: Equipment and Operators Work Together | by Jen Clark

A Walkthrough in the Four Steps of Kaizen | by Kara McPipe, Artistic Finishes, Inc.

Print Influencer: Jeff Gomez | by Dianna Brodine

Sheet-Fed Foil: Hot and Cold! | by Mike King, Eagle Systems

22nd Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards | by Foil & Specialty Effects Association

Q&A: Common Issues in Laminating | by MACtac global 2015 Narrow Web Supplement

A Look Inside the Narrow Web Decorating/Finishing Marketplace | by PostPress

Collotype Labels Honors South African Vineyards | by Brittany Willes

Digital Printing Enhances Award-Winner from Innovative Labeling Solutions | by Brittany Willes

Rotary News Tech Watch: Aerocut G2 Digital Finishing System | by Brittany Willes

2015 IADD•FSEA Odyssey | by Foil & Specialty Effects Association

Application Highlight: MPS | by Brittany Willes

Application Highlight: FSEA | by Brittany Willes

Common OSHA Citations | by Jen Clark

5 Ways to Keep Your Customers Happy | by Brittany Willes

Association News | by BIA


February/March 2015

Print Influencer: Michael Makin | by Dianna Brodine

Digital Print Challenges the Binding and Finishing Process | by Jen Clark

Green Button Technology in Print Finishing | by Al Boese, Bindrite Dealers Association

Advantages to Equipment Financing | by Alexandra Myers, Direct Capital

Foils Changing with the Times | by Jeff Peterson, FSEA

Applications Highlights | by staff

Off the Radar: Creative Mail Ideas | by Trish Witkowski, foldfactory.com

Board Choice Sets the Stage | by Jen Clark

Preparing for Machine Installation | by John Kaverman, Pad Print Pros, LLC

Tech Watch: Horizon RD-4055 Diecutter | by Brittany Willes

FSEA News

BIA News

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