PostPress The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) has been recognized with a Bronze award in Printing Impressions' Gold Ink Awards. The award was given in the Directories category for the printing and production of the FSEA's 2016 Sourcebook – "Dream the Embossable" – which promotes FSEA members' products and services in an easily accessible guide. The … [Read more...] about FSEA Sourcebook, PostPress Win 2016 Gold Ink Awards
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Digital Front Ends for Package Printing
by Lee Zerfass, Anderson and Vreeland There has been a huge push towards digital printing over the last few years and increased interest in what digital printing has to offer, including short-run printing efficiencies, personalization, prototyping and more. Every digital press is a complicated piece of hardware; the mechanics "under the hood" are scary yet brilliant. … [Read more...] about Digital Front Ends for Package Printing
Industry Survey Notes Declining Sales and Investments
PostPress Semper International, a Boston, Massachusetts-based supplier of skilled talent in the printing, pre-media and marketing industries, released its Third Quarter Economic Insight Report, which found a stark slowdown in overall industry profits and sales forecasts. The economy returned to the forefront of industry threats in this survey, with 32 percent of companies … [Read more...] about Industry Survey Notes Declining Sales and Investments
Q&A: What is Protein Glue?
by L.D. Davis Industries Protein glues, also called jelly or cake glues, are used in many everyday applications like bookbinding, game board manufacturing, packaging, woodworking and more. The main ingredient in protein glue is recycled scrap gelatin from pharmaceutical netting. Gelatin is derived from collagen, hence the name "protein" glue. Pharmaceutical and … [Read more...] about Q&A: What is Protein Glue?
Sun Chemical Releases 2015 Sustainability Report
PostPress Sun Chemical, Parsippany, New Jersey, released its 2015 Sustainability Report, which showcases Sun Chemical's leadership in eco-efficiency through established data-driven metrics, as well as examples of how suppliers are contributing to the company's environmental footprint. The report describes six case studies to show how Sun Chemical's balanced scorecard … [Read more...] about Sun Chemical Releases 2015 Sustainability Report
FSEA 2016 National Conference Provides Many Networking Opportunities
PostPress Studies show that conference attendees are looking for more opportunities to network and discuss topics peer to peer. "Today, industry professionals have many ways to gain information from a speaker or author through the web, webinars or email," said conference Committee Chair Mark Baugh, D.E. Baugh. "What cannot be duplicated on a website is the ability to network … [Read more...] about FSEA 2016 National Conference Provides Many Networking Opportunities
Win Free FSEA Conference Registration
PostPress The Foil & Specialty Effects Association will converge on Orlando, Florida, for the 2016 FSEA National Conference on April 3-5 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort. Sign up now for a chance to win a free conference registration and $400 cash. One winner will be chosen from all entries submitted before March 1. Entrants must also submit a conference registration … [Read more...] about Win Free FSEA Conference Registration
MBO Offers Training Classes
PostPress MBO America, Marlton, New Jersey, has recently started classes in the 2016 MBO Fold School. Each three-day session offers classroom time in addition to an MBO finishing expert to train operators on MBO finishing equipment. Basic and advanced courses are offered throughout the year. Upon completing the program, participants will receive an MBO America Certificate … [Read more...] about MBO Offers Training Classes
New Study Reveals False Slogans
PostPress A new study from Two Sides North America, Chicago, Illinois, outlines key facts on why paperless initiatives do not save trees. Findings suggest that using less paper and wood products actually increases the risk of forest loss because the loss of market would increase the likelihood of the land being used for urban development or agriculture. The study was … [Read more...] about New Study Reveals False Slogans
FSEA Seeks Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees for 2016
PostPress Every other year at the FSEA National Conference, the Foil & Specialty Effects Association recognizes an individual with the Lifetime Achievement Award – someone who has had a meaningful impact on the foil stamping and finishing industry. Any current FSEA member can nominate a candidate for this special award. All past nominations remain eligible. If you have … [Read more...] about FSEA Seeks Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees for 2016