By Kathi Rowzie, president, Two Sides North America Over the last two decades, technology has become part of almost every facet of our lives. The expansion of broadband, smartphones and portable technology has changed how we communicate, access information, work and learn. While many of these changes are positive, there is growing evidence that this isn’t always the case. … [Read more...] about The Importance of Paper in Learning and Literacy
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Year-End Economic Outlook: Here We Go Again
By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence Rather suddenly, the threat of recession is back. Many had been predicting the downturn would occur as early as Q3 of last year. However, growth numbers consistently exceeded expectations (2.6% in Q3, 2.9% in Q4, 2.3% in Q1 of this year and another 2.3% in Q2). Then the biggest shock yet – growth in the third … [Read more...] about Year-End Economic Outlook: Here We Go Again
FSEA Association News – Nov/Dec 2023
FSEA Sponsors Successful Breakfast at Printing United During the week of the Printing United Expo, FSEA and its Digital Embellishment Alliance (DEA) sponsored a breakfast on the second day of the show entitled “Improving Profitability Through Digital Embellishments.” The breakfast brought in a near sold out crowd with over 50 attendees. Moderated by Jeff Peterson, FSEA … [Read more...] about FSEA Association News – Nov/Dec 2023
Hazen Paper Company Elevates Its Game with Enshrinement 2023
Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress Hazen Paper Company’s 11th Enshrinement Yearbook cover for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts, is a light show worthy of the dazzling Hall of Fame Dome. The limited-edition 2023 cover, created with Hazen HoloJet® paper, projects an amplified refractive three-dimensional image of a basketball … [Read more...] about Hazen Paper Company Elevates Its Game with Enshrinement 2023
Offline UV Coating Applications
Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress Offline UV coating continues to be a popular choice for many print applications. Although UV can be applied inline, there are still situations where offline is the best solution. It is especially important for specialty UV coating applications where soft-touch, glitter and textured finishes are used. PostPress magazine talked to … [Read more...] about Offline UV Coating Applications
Looking to Shine in 2024? The Latest Trends in Finishing, Embellishment
By Erin Judge, writer, PostPress In a world mired in digital proliferation, brands continue to seek out innovative ways to make a lasting impact with consumers. Instead of digital disruption, many are turning to creative print and finishing techniques to appeal to buyers. Embellishments like foils, embossing and specialty coatings bring value and life to folding cartons, … [Read more...] about Looking to Shine in 2024? The Latest Trends in Finishing, Embellishment
Neenah Paper Shares Holiday Spirit with Generous Self-Promo Piece
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress Neenah Paper, Alpharetta, Georgia, earned the bronze in the 30th Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards with its entry, “Deck the Halls with Neenah,” for Best Use of Foil/Embossing/Diecutting – Self Promotion (Industry Supplier). The piece includes several items, all of which feature standouts from Neenah’s wide paper selection, complemented by metallic … [Read more...] about Neenah Paper Shares Holiday Spirit with Generous Self-Promo Piece
Tech Watch: Horizon iCE StitchLiner Mark IV Saddlestitcher
Edited by Erin La Row, editor, PostPress Standard Finishing Systems, located in Andover, Massachusetts, combines scoring, folding, saddlestitching and trimming into one system with its third-generation Horizon iCE StitchLiner Mark IV Saddlestitcher. Compared to previous generations of StitchLiners, the Mark IV features more automation; customizable machine status indicator … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: Horizon iCE StitchLiner Mark IV Saddlestitcher
Tech Watch: Spiral Binding’s EasyPunch from James Burn
Spiral Binding's new EasyPunch from James Burn is a lower-cost version of existing automated punching technology. The machine provides versatile, easy-to-use operation, handling a wide array of paper stocks, covers and tabbed stock. “This allows companies that couldn’t previously justify the expense of an automated punch to now afford this time-saving technology,” said Joe … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: Spiral Binding’s EasyPunch from James Burn
The Label Printing Industry, an Ever-Evolving Market
This article is from the drupa Essentials of Print article series by Chiara Bezzi editor-in-chief of Rassegna Grafica The label printing sector has always been a dynamic market. Brand owners are looking for increasingly innovative labels to differentiate themselves and convey current and targeted messages to consumers. The current trends are leading suppliers and … [Read more...] about The Label Printing Industry, an Ever-Evolving Market