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The following articles were originally published in InsideFinishing, a niche-market magazine that targeted graphic finishers, label manufacturers, carton manufacturers and more with a focus on decorating technologies, including foil stamping, embossing, cold foil technologies, specialty coatings, laminates and laser cutting.
InsideFinishing ceased publication at the end of 2014, when it merged with The Binding Edge, another trade publication that covered the binding and loose leaf industries, including trade binderies, commercial printing facilities with in-house binding and finishing capabilities, book production facilities and manufacturers of loose leaf products.
November/December 2014
FSEA Studies Impact of High-Visibility Enhancements
by InsideFinishing
Clamshell Safety Standards Evolve
by Rob Weidhaas, Jr., My Press Needs LLC
Thoro Packaging: Building Brands from the Inside Out
by Melissa DeDonder
Finishing Adds Structure to Paper Architecture at Geomancy
by Kym Conis
GRAPH EXPO 14 Provides Stage for Technology Introductions
by InsideFinishing
FSEA Notebook
by The Foil & Specialty Effects Association
University Offers Worlds Only Bachelors Degree with Emphasis in Engraving
by Jan Biles, The Topeka Capital-Journal
Tech Watch: UEI Groups SpeedChase
by Jen Clark
Graphics of the Americas Returns to Miami Beach
by InsideFinishing
August/September 2014
A Closer Look at CNC-Engraved Dies
by David Bohne, h+m USA
Q&A: Overcoming Adhesive Challenges in the Folding/Gluing Process
by Staff
UV-Coating Adds Appeal to Labels
by Chris Calomino, ACTEGA Kelstar
May/June 2014
Rotary Application Highlights
by Jen Clark
Delegation Trains Everyone
by Justin Tyme
Q&A: Maximize Profits with Accurate Estimating
by Mark Porter, Dienamic MIS
Maximizing CDI Technology to Enhance and Protect Brands
by Nigel Abraham, 3DCD, LLC. (Diffractive Arts)
Lifetime Achievement Award – Robert Waitts
by Staff
Sterling Toggle Die Positioning System
by Jen Clark
February/March 2014
Q&A: Advances in Folding Carton Quality Control Systems
by Chris Leary, W.H. Leary
Finishing Options for Digitally Printed Labels
by Jeff Peterson
High-Speed Foil Fusing
by Jen Clark
JohnsByrne Company: Pressing the Limits
by Kym Conis
The Economy and Print Markets in 2014-2015
by Staff
UV-LED Inkjet Technology Offers Solutions for Optimal Prototyping
by Roland DGA Corp.
November/December 2013
Q&A: Laminating Films
by Francis Shea, M. Digital, Inc.
Laser Cutting Systems for Dieboards
by Mike Adams, Adams Technologies, Inc.
Make Rotary Foil Stamping Profitable
by Tom Kirtz, Telstar Engineering
August/September 2013
Building a Defense for Your OSHA Compliance
by Rick Hartwig, Printing Industries of America
Q&A: Decorative Laser Cutting for the Trade
by Staff
High-Visibility Enhancements Seeing Strong Growth
by Jeff Peterson
May/June 2013
Q&A: Overprinting on White Foil
by Staff
The Growth of Narrow Web Inline Foil Applications
by Dianna Brodine
February/March 2013
Planning to Reduce Foil Waste
by Staff
Q&A: Rotary Hot Stamping Dies and Tooling
by Staff
November/December 2012
Ejection Rubber Dilemma: Durometer or Compression/Deflection?
by David West, Essential Products, Inc.
Q&A: UV Film Casting
by Staff
August/September 2012
Foil Stamping/Embossing Efficiencies More Important than Ever
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Gluing Systems
by Staff
Steps for Successful Succession Planning
by Patrick F. McNally, Blackman Kallick
May/June 2012
Where Finishing Ends
by Victor Bell, Environmental Packaging International
Why Be Remarkable at All?
by Eric Keiles, Square 2 Marketing Strategies
February/March 2012
Lifetime Achievement Award – Its All About the Sizzle – Harry Voss
by Amy Bauer
Q&A: Laser Cutting
by Staff
Options Expanding for Decoration Beyond Print
by Jeff Peterson
November/December 2011
Q&A: Foil and Embossing Engravings
by Staff
Holographic Foil and Other Enhancements lend sales boost to AWG Private-Label Packages
by Staff
Holography’s Continuing Contribution to Improved Odds
by Ian M. Lancaster; Reconnaissance International
August/September 2011
GreenBlue® Reports on Sustainability of Decorative Processes on Paperboard
by Staff
Short-Run Finishing Technology More Important Than Ever
by Staff
The New Generation of Gluing Standards
by Christopher M. Leary, W.H. Leary Co., Inc.
May/June 2011
Embracing the Challenges of Digital Print Finishing
by Staff
Q&A: Green-er UV Coatings
by Staff
February/March 2011
Basic Rubbering Techniques
by Roger A. Brown, Monroe Rubber & Plastic, Inc.
CPSIA and its Implications for Finishers
by Staff
Q&A: Makeready Efficiencies in Foil Stamping/Embossing
by Staff
November/December 2010
Advancements in Technology Drive Holography Trends
by Staff
Q&A: Laminating Films
by Staff
August/September 2010
Q&A: CNC Tooling Software for CNC Engravings
by Staff
Its All About Time : Optimizing Production Efficiencies
by Chris Raney, VP Business Unit Sheet Fed, Bobst Group North America
The Sustainable Facts about Metalized Decorating Techniques
by Jeff Peterson, Executive Director, FSEA and David Hutchison, CEO/Managing Member, BrightMARKS, LLC
May/June 2010
Q&A: Digital Printing and Lamination
by Imants Ejup, Director R&D, Business Development, Transilwrap Company, Inc.
Growth Opportunities Paint New Print Finishing Landscape
by Jeff Peterson
February/March 2010
Lifetime Achievement Award – A Journey of Knowledge – Ed Hughes
by Kym Conis
Q&A: Foil Stamping/Diecutting on Cylinder Presses
by Staff
Modern Folding and Gluing Technologies Take Their Cue from Innovative Carton Design
by Dan Maurer, Heidelberg USA, and Beatrice Schmitt, Heidelberger Druckmachinen AG
November/December 2009
Q&A: Makeready and Set-Up for Large Format Combination Stamping
by Staff
Specialty UV Coatings: The “Finishing Touch” for Off-Line Finishing Projects
by Kris Getty, Henkel Corporation
August/September 2009
High Speed Foil Fusing
by By Chris VanPelt, Therm-O-Type
Q&A: One-Pass Embossing and Diecutting
by Metal Magic
May/June 2009
Braille Standards Soon to Become Commonplace
by Staff
Trends in Laser Cutting Applications
by By Tom Hrutky, Creative Director, Laser Excel
February/March 2009
New Processes Provide Decorative Choices
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Strategies for Optimal Diecutting
by Kevin Carey, DieInfo
November/December 2009
Ancillary Equipment Key to Folding/Gluing Success
by Jeff Peterson
Now there is Proof Foil Can be a Sustainable Choice
by Jeff Peterson
The Top 10 Traps in OSHA Compliance
by Renée Varella
August/September 2009
Pathways to Green: An Introduction for the Print Finishing Industry
by Reneé Varella
Q&A: Working with Difficult-to-Stamp Surfaces
by Staff
May/June 2008
Eliminating Static with Diecutting
by Mark Baril, Cut Smart Manufacturing, Inc.
OSHA Publications and Posters
by Staff
February/March 2008
Lifetime Achievement Award – A Lifetime of Customers, Generations of Friends – Fred Isler
by Reneé Varella
Guidelines for UV Coating Applications
by Kenneth Corman, Westlam
Leadership in Paper and the Environment
by Derek Smith
November/December 2007
Q&A: Exploring Options with Thermal Film Laminating
by Bob Polanzi, Protect-all
Registered Holograms for Short-Run Work
by Jeff Peterson
August/September 2007
Don’t Come Unstuck Over Folding and Gluing
by Uvan Magni, Technical Product Manager, Bobst Group North America
Q&A: Storing and Handling Foil Stamping and Embossing Dies
by Staff
May/June 2007
Diecutters Rise to the Challenge as Short Runs Proliferate
by Ralph Pasquariello
Q&A: Working with In-line Registered Embossing
by Jeff Peterson
February/March 2007
Database Marketing is an Art Form
by BMA Knowledge Base, Business Marketing Association
Lifetime Achievement Award – Pioneering Territories Unknown – John Tinnon
by Kym Conis
Plastic Sheets: Converting a Different Animal
by Jeff Peterson
November/December 2006
Cold Foil Technology: Opening New Markets
by Kym Conis
Improve Productivity on the Shop Floor (Part 2)
by Raymond J. Prince, Senior Technical Consultant, PIA/GATF
Workplace Safety Is It a Benefit or a Curse?
by Bill Effron, President, Alco Print Finishers
August/September 2006
Q&A: Ancillary Systems for Folding-Gluing Equipment Continue to Change
by Staff
Improve Productivity on the Shop Floor (Part 1)
by Raymond J. Prince, Senior Technical Consultant, PIA/GATF
May/June 2006
It’s Time to Fine Tune Your Business Insurance
Provided by Sentry Insurance
Q&A: UV Coatings and Inks
by Staff
February/March 2006
Q&A: A Closer Look at CNC Engraving Technology
by Staff
Lifetime Achievement Award – A Guiding Light – Tom Cullen
by Kym Conis
Self-Leveling Combination Foil Stamping and Embossing Makeready
by Jim Kingsby
November/December 2005
InsideFinishing’s 10th Anniversary Celebration – A Snapshot View
by Kym Conis
Managers: Rid Your Sales Team of Parasites
by Landy Chase
The Passing of the Guard – a Tribute to the Entrepreneurs of Holography
by Staff
August/September 2005
Trends and Styles in Folding and Gluing
by Alan Thompson
Why Do You Need a Radiometer for UV Coating?
by Staff
May/June 2005
Manage the Cost of Quoting
by Dave Fellman
Stripping Tool Design and Fabrication Considerations in Automatic Platen Diecutting
by Dan Witucki, Advanced Die Supplies
February/March 2005
Q&A: A Closer Look at Laminating Films
by Staff
November/December 2004
Faith in Numbers – The Changing Demographics of the Printing Industry Reflect its Many Challenges and Opportunities
by Richard Romano Special Report November-December, 2004
Die Lock-up Holding Tight with the Times
by Jeff Peterson
Embossed Holography Made Affordable in Low Production Runs
by Peter Scheir
August/September 2004
A Closer Look into Foil Stamping and Embossing
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Working with Pocket Folder Challenges on a Folder/Gluer
by Staff
May/June 2004
Automated Rule Bending Systems
by Robert L. Carter
Foil Stamping Strengthens Brand Identity – It’s a Fact!
by Elliot Young
February/March 2004
Lifetime Achievement Award: A Man of Vision – Glenn Hutchison
by Staff
Tackling Multiple Pass Registration on a Cylinder
by Jim Kingsby
November/December 2004
New Tax Laws Provide Added Incentive for Capital Equipment Purchases
by Staff
Q&A: Solving Film Laminating Challenges
by Staff
August/September 2003
Tackling Multiple Pass Registration
by Jim Kingsby
Q&A: What to Look for When Making a New Folder/Gluer Purchase
by Staff
May/June 2003
Changing with the Times – Technology Advancement in Die Making
by Bruce Byrne, Southeastern Die
Sometimes the Easiest Way to Increase Sales and your Bottom Line is RIght Under your Nose
by Mark Porter
February/March 2003
Identifying Useful Information for Long-term Planning
by David S. Hutchison
Q&A: Safety Issues With Foil Stamping Presses
by Staff
November/December 2002
A Rose by Any Other Name
by Oliver Moesgen
Q&A: Guide to Selecting Steel Rule
by Mark Batson Baril
August/September 2002
Getting Your Folder/Gluer Organized
by Staff
Q&A: Safety and Handling of UV Coatings
by Staff
May/June 2002
Diecutter/Diemaker Communication – Success or Failure in Business
by Robert A. Larson
Q&A: Knowing the Ins and Outs of Used Equipment
by Staff
February/March 2002
New Innovations with Film Laminating
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: The Ins and Outs of Digital Artwork: What the Diemaker Needs
by Kym Conis
November/December 2001
Q&A: Challenges with Mounting/Laminating
by Jeff Peterson
Hologram Registration Mark Design
by Terry Gallagher of Total Register, Inc.
August/September 2001
“In-Line” Becoming the “In” Thing
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Decreasing Downtime on Your Foil Stamping Press
by Chris Van Pelt
May/June 2001
Q&A: Automation and Computerization with Fold/Gluing Equipment
by Jeff Peterson
Should You Have an In-Plant Dieshop? No and Yes
by Robert Larson, President of Larson Worldwide, Inc.
February/March 2001
Q&A: Awareness of Potential Hot Stamping Foil Challenges
by Jeff Peterson
New Innovations Take Center Stage at FSEA Conference
by Staff
November/December 2000
Q&A: Challenges with Mounting/Laminating
by Jeff Peterson
Holograms Becoming Feasible Option
by Allen Rhody
August/September 2000
Film Laminating – Moving into the Automated Age
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Folding/Gluing Folding Cartons – Those Unforeseen Challenges
by Staff
May/June 2000
Diecutting Pre-Makeready: Racing Toward Success
by John Maddox, Simonds Notting
Q&A: Is UV-Coating the Right Choice for You?
by Jeff Peterson
February/March 2000
Q&A: Die Lockup Methods
by Jeff Peterson
Foil vs Foilboard
by Kym Conis
November/December 1999
Q&A: Embossing Techniques
by Jeff Peterson Question and Answer
Lamination-Taking on a New Face
by Staff
August/September 1999
Capital Equipment – When Should I Buy?
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: Challenges with Folding/Gluing CD Wallets
by Jeff Peterson
May/June 1999
Q&A: Preventing Air Entrapment and Gassing with Foil
by Paul Miller
Who’s Making the Rules?
by Mark Batson Baril
February/March 1999
Foil Stamping Image Holograms
by Christopher Van Pelt
Making That Engraving Choice
by Jeff Peterson
November/December 1998
Application Equipment at the Dawn of a High-Speed Age
by Jeff Peterson
Q&A: What is the ANSI B65.5-1996 & How Does it Affect Me?
by Robert Weidhaas, Jr. of Preco Industries, Inc.
August/September 1998
Saving Time on Set-up
by Carla Davenport
May/June 1998
Integrating the Graphic and Diecutting Processes
by Kevin B. Carey
Q&A: Meeting the Challenge of UV Coatings & Hot Stamping Foil
by Staff
August/September 1996
Q&A: What should a buyer look for when considering the purchase of folding/gluing equipment?
by Staff
May/June 1996
What Sets UV, Aqueous and Laminates Apart?
by Staff
Q&A: What type of safety standards are available for graphic finishing operations?
by Staff
February/March 1996
The Development and Use of Embossing in Steel Rule Cutting Dies
by March Love, Atlas Die, Inc.
Q&A: What are my concerns when overprinting foil?
by Staff
November/December 1995
Recovery options for hot stamping foil scrap
by Staff
Q&A: What type of system is recommended for storing steel rule dies?
by Staff
August/September 1995
Q&A: How do I begin a maintenance program for my stamping and die cutting equipment?
by Staff
Photoengraving options for today’s graphic finishers
by Staff
May/June 1995
Call Security! Anti-Counterfeit Protection Opens New Opportunities
by Staff
Q&A: How do I get the most out of my multi-level embossing?
by Staff
February/March 1995
Q&A: How can I stamp a large solid and fine type together in the same pass?
by Staff
