The school year may be almost over, but the opportunities to learn continue at Amplify Print – with the chance of a free hotel night!

Amplify is where print and packaging designers, commercial printers, print finishers, binders, mailers and creatives come together with the equipment and suppliers to those industries. Join us for an immersive three-day experience and gain the inspiration, knowledge and network to amplify your business – and now through May 30th, register to attend the educational sessions and talk to suppliers in the exhibit hall using the code AMPLIFY50 and be registered to win 1 FREE Hotel night at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago (5 Registrants will receive one Free hotel night). “Tuition payments” are reasonable, too – only $125 for all educational sessions, all three days!

School’s (almost!) out for summer, but the print finishing industry will keep on learning at Amplify, the Print Finishing & Embellishment Event, a collaborative venture of WhatTheyThink and theFoil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA). The three-day exhibition and educational program spotlights the entire print finishing and embellishment value chain from June 10-12, 2025, in Rosemont (Chicago), IL, at the Rosemont Convention Center.

Don’t miss this exciting event where attendees will not only discover innovative product solutions throughout the complete finishing production cycle but also get the chance to network and grow their knowledge base. Amplify Print will feature a spectacular line-up of speakers featuring talented professionals and experts within the industry. One track during the event will focus on Digital Embellishment, with panel discussions on “Designing for Digital Embellishments and Production Flow” and “Driving Demand for 5th and 6th Station Digital Print and Embellishments,” as well as featuring a presentation that reveals the results of the 2025 Digital Embellishment Study. Education throughout the event will ensure attendees leave with tools and information to expand the value that print finishing brings to packaging, greeting cards, wine labels, direct mail and many other print applications.

In addition to these expert presentations, the Technology Zone will feature equipment on full display and running live in the exhibit hall, including the Absolute Printing KAMA ProCut 76 Foil, Diecutting, Embossing and Finishing Machine; Diversified Graphic Machinery CARTES JDS Digital Foil Embellishment Technology; Sakurai Cylinder Screen Press with ScreenFoil LQQM-105; Fujifilm Digital Print and Embellishment Machine, Signature Folder-Gluer machine, Breit Technologies Cast and Cure™ Unit and more.

With a current lineup of Exhibiting Sponsors that includes industry-leading suppliers – Absolute Printing Equipment (KAMA), Canon USA, Diversified Graphic Machinery (CARTES), FujiFilm, Rollem (Insignia Diecutters), Sakurai USA, Xeikon, Xerox, Duplo USA, Harris & Bruno, Infinity Foils, Inc., ITW ShineMark, Konica Minolta, Nobelus, Eagle Systems, Universal Engraving, Inc. and more – this event promises to be an unforgettable experience, offering those within the industry a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate and walk away with valuable insights and resources. You won’t want to miss it!

For a complete line of speakers and programming, as well as registration, hotel and a list of exhibitors, visit www.amplifyprint.org.

To register for Amplify, visit https://amplifyprint.org/attend before May 30th and use code AMPLIFY50 for a “tuition payment” of only $125 for full access to three days of sessions and the exhibit hall. Five lucky winners will receive one FREE hotel night at the Hyatt Regency Chicago O’Hare.

ABOUT WHAT THEY THINK

WhatTheyThink is a non-profit membership organization serving the broader printing industry. As the independent voice of the industry, it is the go-to information source with both print and digital offerings, including WhatTheyThink.com, WhatTheyThink Email Newsletters, and the WhatTheyThink magazine. Our mission is to inform, educate and inspire the industry as well as provide a platform that can support our members in making better business and buying decisions. We provide cogent news and analysis about trends, technologies, operations and events in all the markets that comprise today’s printing and sign industries, including commercial, in-plant, mailing, finishing, sign, display, textile, industrial, labels, packaging, marketing technology, software and workflow. We also work to attract a new generation of print enthusiasts to the industry as well as striving to build and nurture an essential community for print excellence. For more information, visit Whattheythink.com or (412) 716-6565

ABOUT THE FOIL & SPECIALTY EFFECTS ASSOCIATION

The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has worked toward industry awareness and growth since its inception in 1992, providing a wide range of resources to help print-finishing companies remain profitable today and in the future. From tangible benefits offered through cost-saving programs to educational opportunities (conferences, webinars, case studies and articles) to green initiatives proving the sustainability of foil decorated paper/board, the FSEA strives to provide its members with ideas, data and solutions to grow in today’s marketplace. The association serves as a resource and educational platform for traditional and digital print decorating technologies, including foil stamping, embossing, cold foil technologies, specialty coatings, laminates and laser cutting. Learn more about Amplify Print at amplifyprint.org or contact us at info@amplifyprint.org.

Press release submitted on behalf of Taktiful and Skandacor

Skandacor, Webster, New York, is deepening its collaboration with Taktiful, Melbourne, Florida, a recognized leader in digital embellishment. This move creates exciting new opportunities for print providers who want to deliver more impact, value and creativity through enhanced finishing.

By combining Skandacor’s premium finishing solutions with Taktiful’s deep expertise in embellishment, customers now have access to a more complete ecosystem of tools, knowledge, and real-world support.

Skandacor has built its reputation on helping printers grow through innovative finishing technologies. As demand for digital embellishment continues to rise, having the right guidance and strategy becomes just as important as having the right equipment. That’s where Taktiful comes in.

“Taktiful exists to help printers unlock the full potential of digital embellishment – not just from a technical standpoint, but also through smart sales strategies and market insights,” said Kevin Abergel, CEO of Taktiful. “Skandacor has always been focused on customer success, and we’re excited to contribute our expertise to help their clients thrive.”

This relationship means Skandacor customers will now benefit from an added layer of strategic support, including guidance on how to build standout applications, position premium offerings, and grow profitably in today’s print landscape.

“We’re seeing more and more of our customers turning to embellishment to create print that stands out and delivers real value,” said Brad Drever, Managing Director of Skandacor. “By working more closely with Taktiful, we’re making it easier for them to succeed – not just with equipment, but with the confidence and know-how to turn embellishment into a true business advantage.”

Together, Skandacor and Taktiful are setting the stage for print providers to tap into the full potential of tactile, high-impact print – and build businesses that are better equipped for the future.

About Skandacor
Skandacor is a North American leader in premium print finishing equipment and supplies. With a focus on innovation, reliability, and customer-first service, Skandacor helps print professionals create more value and impact through advanced finishing solutions.

About Taktiful
Taktiful Software Solutions is the leading authority on digital embellishment strategy, training, and software. With a focus on tactile print and business growth, Taktiful helps printers worldwide turn embellishment into a profitable, standout offering.

Press release submitted on behalf of Harris & Bruno International

Harris & Bruno International, Roseville, California, is excited to announce its participation in Amplify 2025, the premier event dedicated to print finishing, packaging, and design. The event will take place from June 10–12 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.

At booth #4544, Harris & Bruno will present its latest advancements in digital embellishment technology, featuring the ZRX Digital Embellishment Press and the ZRW Coater for High-Speed Web. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore samples that demonstrate the capabilities of these systems, including two projects anticipated to receive Gold Leaf Awards:

● Sylvamo Brand of Catalogues Cover: This piece showcases the patent-pending xMatte effect, delivering an emboss-like finish without the need for traditional embossing techniques.
● Bruno Cellars Wine Box: A luxurious packaging solution featuring red foil, gold foil, spot gloss, and the xMatte effect, all produced using the ZRX system.

In addition to the exhibit, Ryan Moskun, Marketing Manager at Harris & Bruno, will participate in the panel discussion “Designing for Digital Embellishments and Production Flow,” sharing insights into integrating digital embellishments into production workflows.

Amplify 2025, presented by WhatTheyThink and the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA), brings print finishing and embellishments to the forefront, showcasing brands, products, and processes that raise the standard for foil and coatings, die-cutting, folding and gluing, binding, direct mail, and more.

For more information about Harris & Bruno’s participation in Amplify 2025 or to schedule a meeting during the event, please visit www.harris-bruno.com.

Press release submitted on behalf of FSEA

Amplify is where print and packaging designers, commercial printers, print finishers, binders, mailers and creatives come together with the equipment and suppliers to those industries. Join us for an immersive three-day experience and gain the inspiration, knowledge and network to amplify your business.

Amplify, the Print Finishing & Embellishment Event, a collaborative venture of WhatTheyThink and the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA), Topeka, Kansas, will include an exhibition and educational program spotlighting the entire print finishing and embellishment value chain. The three-day experience will take place June 10-12, 2025, in Rosemont (Chicago), IL, at the Rosemont Convention Center.

Amplify Print has announced the latest program and demonstration on the show floor in the Technology Zone. A full program by Breit Technologies will demonstrate its recently redesigned Cast and Cure™ finishing unit retrofitted on the Sakurai MS-80DDS cylinder screen press. The presentation will showcase the use of the unique Cast and Cure process that provides a clear holographic finish, matte and/or textured effects to print through a specialized Cast and Cure™ film material that casts surface effects into UV varnishes and coatings. The “casting” process allows the film material to be reused several times, saving overall material costs. Also, since the film is used just to emboss the surface of the varnish, there is no transfer of material to the substrate. This allows the package’s recyclability to be unaffected by the Cast and Cure™ process. With its small footprint, it can be installed inline with screen printing units, offline coating equipment and offline digital/inkjet UV varnish presses. See this remarkable embellishment process in action on the Technology Zone floor. The Breit Technologies Cast and Cure program and demonstration will take place on June 11th at 1:00 p.m. on the show floor.
“Cast and Cure is a remarkable embellishment technology and provides an eye-catching, clear holographic look to all types of printed materials,” commented FSEA Executive Director Jeff Peterson. “Attendees will not want to miss this special program and demonstration.”
For a complete line of speakers, Technology Zone programming and presentations, as well as registration, hotel and a list of exhibitors, visit www.amplifyprint.org.
To register for Amplify, please visit: https://amplifyprint.org/attend.

ABOUT WHAT THEY THINK
WhatTheyThink is a non-profit membership organization serving the broader printing industry. As the independent voice of the industry, it is the go-to information source with both print and digital offerings, including WhatTheyThink.com, WhatTheyThink Email Newsletters and the WhatTheyThink magazine. Our mission is to inform, educate and inspire the industry as well as provide a platform that can support our members in making better business and buying decisions. We provide cogent news and analysis about trends, technologies, operations and events in all the markets that comprise today’s printing and sign industries including commercial, in-plant, mailing, finishing, sign, display, textile, industrial, labels, packaging, marketing technology, software and workflow. We also work to attract a new generation of print enthusiasts to the industry, as well as striving to build and nurture an essential community for print excellence. For more information, visit Whattheythink.com or (412) 716-6565

ABOUT THE FOIL & SPECIALTY EFFECTS ASSOCIATION
The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has worked toward industry awareness and growth since its inception in 1992, providing a wide range of resources to help print-finishing companies remain profitable today and in the future. From tangible benefits offered through cost-saving programs to educational opportunities (conferences, webinars, case studies and articles) to green initiatives proving the sustainability of foil decorated paper/board, the FSEA strives to provide its members with ideas, data and solutions to grow in today’s marketplace. The association serves as a resource and educational platform for traditional and digital print decorating technologies, including foil stamping, embossing, cold foil technologies, specialty coatings, laminates and laser cutting.

Learn more about Amplify, visit amplifyprint.org, or contact us at info@amplifyprint.org.

Press release submitted on behalf of Konica Minolta

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), Ramsey, New Jersey, is pleased to introduce the AccurioJet 30000 HS-UV Inkjet B2+ 29″ Press, its most innovative digital UV inkjet press to date. The AccurioJet 30000 will take color capabilities, production stability and media handling capabilities to new levels of excellence, maximizing customer value and improving usability for clients.

As the successor to the AccurioJet KM-1e, the AccurioJet 30000 continues Konica Minolta’s unsurpassed, proven and stable technology with an insistence on professional quality. This next-generation digital press features the innovative technology of the tremendously successful AccurioJet KM-1e series, with more than 350 installations worldwide. With new functions to maximize throughput and operator performance, improve productivity and image quality and ensure labor savings through automation, the technology will ultimately contribute to increased revenue for customers.

“By launching the AccurioJet 30000 with its new applications, features and options, we are clearly demonstrating our intention to bolster our commercial printing business,” said Frank Mallozzi, President, IPP, Konica Minolta. “We expect to see more and more mid-level clients looking to adopt digitalization for the first time. By strengthening our products in the inkjet market with this commercialization of the AccurioJet 30000, we will continue with and strengthen proven and trusted product options with a greater Total Cost of Ownership, making it easier for customers to afford this technology.”

The AccurioJet 30000 offers a highly stable, color-accurate digital printing platform with a more advanced inkjet printhead and inking system design featuring Konica Minolta’s patented Dot Freeze Technology. Producing up to 3,000 sheets per hour (sph) with automatic duplex printing without ink drying delays, it prints on paper thicknesses from 0.06 to 0.6mm on an unprecedented variety of standard offset and specialty media. These include heavy textured stock, canvas, metallics, translucent stock, packaging board and plastics.

Enhanced features of Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet 30000 include:
• Improved Inkjet Manager – Maximizes overall AccurioJet 30000 performance
• New Inking System – Incorporates latest generation of printheads, inks and ink delivery to maximize quality and productivity while reducing maintenance
• Enhanced RIP Functionality – Improved RIP performance by optimizing the configuration of the latest CPU and memory storage; eliminates waiting time with Pre-RIP processing
• Improved Image Quality – Higher definition (HD) mode available with the touch of a button
• Ensured Continuous Image Quality -Optional detection and correction of image quality artifacts that makes every print consistent and sellable
• More Operator Serviceability – Clients benefit from the latest tools in remote diagnostics with augmented reality tools and embedded machine learning
• Konica Minolta’s ‘White Glove’ Service – Service models customized to fit every customer’s needs

Rethinking printing with increased application possibilities
Application examples include printing restaurant menus without lamination as well as maps, figures and outdoor displays. Other possibilities include backlit posters, signage, packaging, tags, desk calendars, direct mail, photo albums, light packaging and more.

Early Adoption
Neyenesch Printers, a 125-year-old family-owned and operated printer serving a wide variety of clients in the San Diego, California area, is one of the first to purchase the AccurioJet 30000. A legacy brand with a visionary approach, the company has also acquired Konica Minolta’s AccurioShine 3600 digital embellishment press. A perfect complement to the AccurioJet 30000, the press will allow Neyenesch Printers to bring its spot UV projects in-house and grow their business by offering advanced capabilities.

“Investing in the latest technological advancements is how we continue to grow and evolve. The color and image quality the AccurioJet 30000 provides is impressive, and a very close match to our offset press. This, combined with the high efficiency of the press will increase the speed with which we can complete projects, enabling us to better serve our clients and be more competitive in the market,” said Natalie Neyenesch, Vice President of Operations, Neyenesch Printers. “The customer service we have received during the research and purchasing process has been amazing, and both the Konica Minolta team and their press are already proving to be an incredible asset to our company.”

“The AccurioJet 30000 offers exceptional color stability and a more advanced inkjet printhead inking system design, featuring Konica Minolta’s patented Dot Freeze Technology, plus additional physical CPU space, increasing processing power. Our new inkjet manager will be a gamechanger in the ripping process, offering the ability to free pre-rip days in advance so users are ready to go and can be as productive as possible,” said Bret Riecke, Vice President, Industrial Print Solutions, Konica Minolta. “The platform continues to be good steward of the environment as well, with no VOC’s in the ink, a small footprint and low power consumption. The features of the AccurioJet 30000 will help customers rethink printing possibilities and maximize value by providing a gateway to expanded and improved printing services. We are truly excited about what this next-generation press will do for our clients.”

Watch this brief video to see Konica Minolta’s new AccurioJet 30000 HS-UV Inkjet press in action.

About Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.’s (Konica Minolta) journey started more than 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. The company partners with clients to Give Shape to Ideas by supporting their digital transformation through its expansive Intelligent Connected Workplace portfolio. Its business technology offerings include IT Services, intelligent information management, video security solutions and managed print services, as well as office technology and industrial and commercial print solutions. 2025 marks Konica Minolta’s 20th anniversary in production print, for which it celebrates “20 Years of Excellence, Innovation and Impact,” and continues to lead the way in digital commercial printing. This year also commemorates 20 years of Konica Minolta’s bizhub brand. Over the past two decades, the bizhub series has revolutionized office technology and redefined how businesses operate. It has continuously evolved to meet the needs of modern workplaces, fueled by advances in technology and a commitment to innovation. Konica Minolta is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2025 America’s Best Large Employers list, included on CRN’s MSP 500 list numerous times; recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for eighteen consecutive years and presented with Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2025 and 2021 A3 Line of The Year and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Awards for its bizhub One i-Series. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow it on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Press release submitted on behalf of Standard Finishing Systems

Standard Finishing Systems, Andover, Massachusetts, a leading supplier of post-press and paper handling solutions, recently announced that Ronald Shepard has joined Standard as a Territory Sales Manager.

Shepard has decades of experience in the print industry, beginning his career at Kodak as a Major Accounts Manager in 1989. He then held a variety of positions at companies such as Heidelberg and Hewlett Packard before landing in his most recent role as Regional Production Print Specialist at Konica Minolta. In his new position at Standard, Shepard will manage Delaware, Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Florida, and Puerto Rico.

“Ron is a welcome addition to our sales team,” said Paul Steinke, Director of Sales, Standard Finishing Systems. “His deep understanding of the industry, customer-first approach, and collaborative attitude are already making a positive impact on our sales operations. I look forward to his continued success.”

“It’s been a rewarding start to my time at Standard,” said Shepard. “I was welcomed warmly by the team, and I’ve already begun connecting with customers in my region to better understand their print finishing needs. I’m excited to build strong relationships and support their success in the years ahead.”

About Standard Finishing Systems
Standard Finishing Systems is based in Andover, Massachusetts, and is a leading supplier of Horizon and Hunkeler feeding and finishing solutions. Standard utilizes a network of independent dealers and a direct sales force in the United States and Canada. For more information, call (800)-526-4774 or visit the Standard website at www.sdmc.com.

Press release submitted on behalf of Tecnau

Tecnau, North Andover, Massachusetts, has introduced its new guillotine Cutter c7, engineered to meet the evolving demands of color inkjet finishing with versatility and precision.

Built on the long-established TC 7000 TS, the Cutter c7 sets a new standard in performance and ease of use. Designed to process a wider range of paper types and weights at higher speeds, it empowers print providers to expand their offerings and operate more efficiently.

What’s New with the Cutter c7:
• Handle Heavier Media with Ease
The Cutter c7 supports paper weights up to 400 gsm, opening the door to high-value applications such as premium postcards, brochures, photo books, greeting cards, and more. It’s also capable of processing lightweight stock as low as 60 gsm, offering unprecedented flexibility in one device.
• Improved Third-Party Compatibility
Unlike rotary systems, the Cutter c7 can start and stop instantly, allowing it to synchronize perfectly with downstream processes. This enables seamless integration into a wide range of finishing lines, such as saddle stitchers, folders or book sewing machines from leading industry providers. This reduces waste and enhances finishing flexibility – the Cutter c7 is well suited for dynamic and fast-changing applications.
• Supports Output from All Major Web-fed Inkjet Presses
The Cutter c7 accommodates web widths up to 23 inches, making it fully compatible with printed output from today’s leading inkjet presses.

The Cutter c7 delivers cleaner, sharper cuts every time thanks to its precision guillotine cutting technology, ensuring crisp edges even on heavy stock and eliminating the “white edge” flaws common with traditional rotary cutters handling those heavy and thicker papers. Cutter c7 is the chief component of Tecnau’s CutReady line – with an added shingling conveyor, CutReady is a cost-effective solution for production of postcards and other marketing materials.

Cutter c7’s intelligent white paper management system automatically separates blank sheets and features a larger waste bin, significantly reducing the need for operator intervention and extending run time. Combined with a user-friendly touchscreen interface that streamlines setup and application changes, the Cutter c7 minimizes downtime and training requirements, making it both efficient and easy to use. Designed with simplicity and performance in mind, the Cutter c7 delivers a lower initial price-tag and reduced maintenance requirements when compared to rotary cutters — offering a faster return on investment for print operations of any size.

For further information, visit www.tecnau.com.

Press release submitted on behalf of PRINTING United Alliance

PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, is pleased to announce that registration is officially open for PRINTING United Expo 2025, taking place October 22–24 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The industry’s premier event experience returns with a nearly sold-out show floor, global product launches, forward-looking education, and endless opportunities for networking, including Women in Print Alliance and Student Day programming. Registration can be found online at: www.printingunited.com. Alliance members receive VIP perks and access to the Expo.

Global Engagement and Excitement
This year’s Expo promises even greater opportunity for professionals from all segments of printing—including commercial, apparel, graphics/wide-format, functional, industrial, and packaging—to discover new innovations, make key connections, and explore net new revenue opportunities. At the time of registration opening there are already over 680 exhibitors signed up covering nearly 355,000 square feet of show floor space.

“The momentum building for PRINTING United Expo 2025 is unlike anything we’ve seen,” said Chris Curran, Group President, Media & Events, PRINTING United Alliance. “With a record number of new product launches, a show floor that’s almost entirely sold out, and the continued evolution of our educational and networking programs, the Expo truly represents the full spectrum of print and its future. We look forward to welcoming the global industry to Orlando in October.”

Where Innovation, Education, and Opportunity Converge
The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, a popular east-coast destination for many, is the place to be this October. Attendees can expect to experience:

• A Nearly Sold-Out Show Floor: The event features hundreds of the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers showcasing their latest innovations in live, working equipment and technology.
• Global Product Launches: Attendees will be the first to experience brand-new solutions debuting at the Expo across printing verticals.
• Expanded Education: Attendees can access expert-led sessions focused on business growth, technology trends, workforce development, AI, sustainability, and more.
• Special Show Floor Experiences: Including the ever-popular Apparel Zone, hands-on education and product demonstrations, sneak peek at the latest iLEARNING+ courses and certifications, and more.
• Student Day: This full-day program will again take place on day two of the show (October 23) where graphic arts and printing students and educational institutions will have a dedicated tour and show experiences to further expose them to the industry, technology, and global leaders.
• Women in Print Alliance Luncheon and Networking: Multiple events will be taking place throughout the Expo for Women in Print! The popular networking luncheon and keynote presentation will be held on Oct. 23 at Noon, and educational panels and meet-ups are planned.
• AFTER Dark Networking: Join your colleagues for some networking and fun after the doors close at the Expo at local Orlando venues.
• VIP Member Experience: Alliance members receive multiple benefits and perks at the Expo including free Expo passes and paid educational sessions, express, members-only registration queue, access to the Alliance Member Lounge with refreshments, a member happy hour, and more (based on member type).

Thank You to Our Sponsors
PRINTING United Expo is proud to recognize the support of its valued sponsors as the list continues to grow:

• Canon USA – Title Sponsor
• Fujifilm – Diamond Sponsor
• Standard Finishing Systems – Gold Sponsor
• Brittani – Gold Sponsor
• TVF – Gold Sponsor
• Müller Martini – Gold Sponsor

Register Now and Join Tens of Thousands of Attendees Worldwide
To register and learn more about PRINTING United Expo 2025, visit: www.printingunited.com

Become an Alliance Member
For more information about joining the Alliance to receive exclusive perks at PRINTING United Expo, in addition to education, training and programming throughout the year, visit: www.printing.org/membership.

About PRINTING United Alliance
PRINTING United Alliance is the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, comprised of the industry’s vast communities. The Alliance serves industry professionals across market segments with preeminent education and training via iLEARNING+, workshops, events, research, government and legislative representation, safety, and environmental sustainability guidance, as well as resources from our leading media brands – Printing Impressions, Packaging Impressions, Wide-format Impressions, In-plant Impressions, Apparelist, and Promo Impressions. A division of PRINTING United Alliance, Idealliance is a global leader in standards training and certification for printing and graphic arts operations across the entire industry supply chain.

PRINTING United Alliance also produces PRINTING United Expo, the most influential days in printing. The expansive display of technology and supplies, education, programming, and services are showcased to the industry at large, and represents all market segments in one easily accessed place.

Press release submitted on behalf of Konica Minolta

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leader in industrial and commercial printing and packaging solutions, today announced its participation as a Bronze sponsor at the AMPLIFY Print finishing and embellishment show in Rosemont, Illinois, June 10-12, 2025. The event will showcase the wide range of finishing technologies and embellishments for today’s market, including foil and coatings, folding and gluing, binding and more.

The only OEM to offer a full embellishment portfolio, Konica Minolta’s scalable portfolio of digital embellishment solutions includes the entry-level AccurioShine 3600, progressing into the JETVarnish Evolution Industrial and MGI AlphaJet digital embellishment systems. Every product offers award-winning 2D/3D spot UV and variable digital hot foil capabilities to provide the most flexibility for nearly every print application, completely eliminating the need for screens, plates or dies. For ultimate productivity and lean manufacturing, the MGI AlphaJET and JETVarnish 3D Web 400 provide single-pass embellishment streams to simplify processes and reduce time to market, benefiting print providers and their clients alike.

With advanced AI tools and unparalleled flexibility, Konica Minolta supports the pivot that even smaller commercial printers, web converters, brand buyers and designers face trying to differentiate themselves in an era where electronic communications have affected traditional print. Digital embellishment not only creates demand for new offerings, it is also key to driving higher profit margins, as multiple studies have shown. According to the FSEA, embellished print pieces are 2.5 times more attractive to consumers and are viewed as 46 percent higher in quality.

“We’re extremely excited to highlight our full line of embellishment solutions at AMPLIFY Print and share all the ways we are empowering our customers with the knowledge and solutions they need to lead the market in embellishment excellence,” said Frank Mallozzi, President, Industrial and Production Print, Konica Minolta.
“Through our proficiency and award-winning technology, many clients have found remarkable success using JETVarnish and 3D technology to increase their margins and revenues on standard commercial printing applications like brochures, business cards and invitations. They have also entered profitable new markets like book publishing, packaging and labels.”

“The future of printing is digital – and embellishment. The move to embellishment solutions has been especially important for packaging printers and converters who cater to brand owners,” said Sean Roberts, National Director, Digital Embellishment, Konica Minolta. “The global market in embellishments is growing at 6 to 8 percent annually, and the specialty print market is projected to grow to $45B by 2028. There’s no time to hesitate for commercial printers, print service providers, wide-format printers and label or packaging providers who want to get started with embellishments. It will help them grow and future-proof their businesses.”

Konica Minolta will offer complete product information and a wide range of embellishment samples for AMPLIFY Print attendees to experience at Booth #4517. Visitors will experience stunning output from cutting-edge digital embellishment solutions using JETvarnish 3D technology and learn about the company’s comprehensive business driver program. Konica Minolta SMEs and service reps will be available to explain the technical aspects of the company’s digital devices and embellishment solutions.

Konica Minolta offers clients a true end-to-end solution and approach to embellishments to ensure success. The company’s ‘white glove’ program provides exclusive, end-to-end service and support to all customers implementing a Konica Minolta solution. This includes on-site consultations, seamless installations, comprehensive training, embedded marketing programs and unrivaled ongoing support to ensure customer success.

“We strive to do all we can to support customers who purchase any of our embellishment solutions and help them add visually striking, tactile and high-value output that helps to drive their businesses, along with those of their customers,” added Mallozzi. “Our complete post-sales support program, which guides printers on how to sell and market embellished print, empowers clients to unlock the full potential of digital embellishments for their businesses.”

Visit Konica Minolta’s team at Booth #4517 to experience striking samples produced on its lineup of digital equipment, and learn how embellishment can help printers grow, profit and shape the future of their businesses.

About Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.’s (Konica Minolta) journey started more than 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. The company partners with clients to Give Shape to Ideas by supporting their digital transformation through its expansive Intelligent Connected Workplace portfolio. Its business technology offerings include IT Services, intelligent information management, video security solutions and managed print services, as well as office technology and industrial and commercial print solutions. 2025 marks Konica Minolta’s 20th anniversary in production print, for which it celebrates “20 Years of Excellence, Innovation and Impact,” and continues to lead the way in digital commercial printing. This year also commemorates 20 years of Konica Minolta’s bizhub brand. Over the past two decades, the bizhub series has revolutionized office technology and redefined how businesses operate. It has continuously evolved to meet the needs of modern workplaces, fueled by advances in technology and a commitment to innovation. Konica Minolta is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2025 America’s Best Large Employers list, included on CRN’s MSP 500 list numerous times; recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for eighteen consecutive years and presented with Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2025 and 2021 A3 Line of The Year and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Awards for its bizhub One i-Series. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow it on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Press release submitted on behalf of Rollem International

Rollem International has announced its demonstrations at the Dscoop Edge in Long Beach, CA.

Rollem will feature the award-winning Insignia7H Die-Cutter. Visitors can view automated carton production, witness the speedy ease of operation and change-overs while seeing this production geared system up close and ‘under the hood’. Watch as press sheets are turned into finished product in one step, at record speeds on the IS7H. Functions include cutting, creasing, perforating, and kiss-cutting with automatic matrix removal – all in one process. Attendees will learn how the Insignia7H will generate profits in folding cartons, packaging, photo products, retail tags, decals, shaped postcards and much more.

Rollem’s Insignia Die-Cutters are offered in three model sizes ideally matched for HP Indigo presses. Models are offered for Indigo 100K, 18K, 15K, and 7K models. Insignia Die-Cutters are frequently purchased along with the press purchase to convert the quality products produced on Indigo presses.
For more information on Rollem’s finishing solutions, visit www.rollemusa.com or call (800)272-7-4381.