By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress FSEA Executive Director Jeff Peterson recently queried a trio of industry experts about foil stamping and embossing challenges, including working with paper stocks, coatings, digital printing and more. Bertrand Hayoz, Bobst; Andy Dvorsky, Dvorsky Press Services and Sean Hurley, MCD, answered questions and offered advice for finetuning … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting Foil Stamping Challenges on Press
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Electronic Communication – Is Paper a Better Choice?
By Two Sides North America As global demand for resources continues to grow, a sustainable future will depend heavily on the use of products that are highly recyclable and based on renewable materials and energy, as opposed to non-renewable materials produced with fossil fuel energy. Paper is well positioned given its unique sustainable features. “Go paperless, go green” is a … [Read more...] about Electronic Communication – Is Paper a Better Choice?
Paper with a Plan – a DataGraphic and Mohawk Collaboration
By Jewlissa Frickey, editor, PostPress Sample booklets are nothing new to the paper industry, but Mohawk sought to revamp its own with an entirely re-imagined process of paper selection. The Paper with a Plan Collections Kit is a set of five sample booklets in custom slipcases that feature its papers grouped by their primary attributes: Beautiful, Sustainable, Expressive, … [Read more...] about Paper with a Plan – a DataGraphic and Mohawk Collaboration
Embossed Cookie Makes a Splash
By Cienna Sorell, writer, PostPress An enormous, 14-inch Oreo cookie that looks good enough to eat, is held together by a mysterious binding technique. Designed by Nabisco’s in-house team and offset printed CMYK by Sandy Alexander, Inc., the giant Oreo Brand Guidelines Book uniquely holds together the brand’s guidelines. This extraordinary binder looks and feels like a … [Read more...] about Embossed Cookie Makes a Splash
Revival of the North American Book Market
By Andy Fetherman, Muller Martini North America The North American book market currently is experiencing an actual revival. Despite (or because of) the COVID-19 pandemic, 8.2% more printed books were sold in 2020 compared to 2019. Without exaggerating, the current positive trend can be described as a revival of the North American book market – and not only in softcover … [Read more...] about Revival of the North American Book Market
What Will Impact Growth for Holography in 2022?
By The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) COVID-19 threats and increased illicit trade and counterfeiting are among the factors set to drive hologram growth in 2022, particularly for authentication purposes. The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) says authentication and track and trace systems, which feature holograms, will help to … [Read more...] about What Will Impact Growth for Holography in 2022?
Industry Leaders Xerox, Bobst North America, Konica Minolta and W+D Commit to Booths at Amplify
Innovative technology showcase for all involved in the print finishing and embellishment value chain, Amplify, continues to engage sponsors and exhibitors from top industry brands. Franklin, TN—The presenters of Amplify, the Print Finishing & Embellishment Event, the Association for PRINT Technologies (APTech) and the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA), are … [Read more...] about Industry Leaders Xerox, Bobst North America, Konica Minolta and W+D Commit to Booths at Amplify
Exhibitors Snapping Up Booth Space at Amplify
Amplify, the Print Finishing & Embellishment Event, scheduled for June 14-16, 2022, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, is offering early-bird pricing for exhibitors who reserve their 10’ x 10’ or 10’ x 20’ space on the show floor by March 1, 2022. Amplify welcomes all brands, businesses, manufacturers and suppliers in the print finishing value chain, spotlighting foil … [Read more...] about Exhibitors Snapping Up Booth Space at Amplify
Association News: November/December 2021
PostPress Amplify Print event off to flying start FSEA, in partnership with the Association of Print Technologies (APTech), announced it would be creating a new event in 2022, Amplify Print, that will bring print finishing and embellishments to the forefront. The event will showcase the brands, products and processes that will raise the standard for metallic decorating and … [Read more...] about Association News: November/December 2021
What’s Up with Inflation These Days?
By Chris Kuehl, managing director, Armada Corporate Intelligence By now, every commodity category one can think of has been experiencing dramatic price hikes. Oil is trending above $80, natural gas prices surged by over 500%, steel was up by 216% and during the summer the price of lumber hit record levels. To some degree, this surge was anticipated but the extent of the price … [Read more...] about What’s Up with Inflation These Days?