Press release submitted on behalf of Graphco

In a major move to enhance speed, reliability, and output, Publisher’s Graphics (PG) has installed five state-of-the-art Foliant laminators across its three production facilities in West Chicago, St. Louis, and Winnipeg. The systems — supplied by Graphco, exclusive North American distributor for Foliant—include a Mercury 530 NG, a Vega 400A, and two high-efficiency Gemini 400 NG-S models.

A family-owned powerhouse in print-on-demand and short-run book manufacturing, PG serves a broad range of clients—from indie authors to global publishers—offering high-quality, professionally bound books with ultra-fast turnaround. For nearly 30 years, the company has built its reputation on technological innovation and flexible, customer-driven solutions.

Lamination is a key step in PG’s production process, adding polish, protection, and shelf appeal to its finished products. But in a world of 48-hour turnarounds, reliability isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
“When we chose Foliant, we needed machines that were rugged, simple, and dependable,” says Nick Lewis, Owner of Publisher’s Graphics. “There’s no room for downtime. Every minute counts, and the Foliants have delivered.”

To keep pace with rising demand, PG installed Foliant Gemini 400 NG-S systems in its Chicago and Winnipeg locations. These semi-automatic laminators are engineered for speed and efficiency, with high-speed bump separators that keep jobs moving smoothly and continuously—ideal for production environments where time is tight and quality can’t slip.

In St. Louis, PG added two more Foliant models: the compact, high-performance Mercury 530 NG, and the fully automated Vega 400A, equipped with a suction-feed automatic feeder for precise, hands-free operation. The Mercury is built for versatility—handling everything from offset to digital jobs, including soft-touch matte finishes—while the Vega delivers high-speed, high-volume throughput with minimal operator intervention.

“We now have Foliant systems running in every plant,” Lewis says. “They’ve been easier to operate, simpler to train on, and more consistent than other laminators we’ve used. In an industry where staff turnover is real, that ease of use makes a big difference.”

The decision to go with Foliant wasn’t just about hardware—it was about long-term partnership. “Our relationship with Graphco goes back years having purchases millions worth of Horizon equipment over the years,” Lewis adds. “When you buy a machine, it’s the support behind it that matters most. Graphco’s service has been rock-solid.”

Chris Manley, President of Graphco, echoes that sentiment: “Publisher’s Graphics has always been ahead of the curve—open to automation, quick to adopt new tools, and focused on performance. We’re proud to support their growth and proud of the results they’re achieving with Foliant.”

With its latest technology upgrades and a clear focus on speed, consistency, and innovation, Publisher’s Graphics is well-positioned to lead the POD and short-run book market—delivering premium quality, fast turnarounds, and unbeatable reliability.

About Graphco
Graphco is the industry’s leading provider of offset, digital and print finishing solutions. We proudly represent the finest brands of equipment including RMGT (Ryobi MHI Graphic Technology), SD-Italy, Foliant, Fold Stream, Standard Horizon, Graphic Whizard, Spiel Associates/Sterling, MBM, and many more. These brands are only as good as the technical support team that stands behind them, and Graphco’s reputation for top-notch service is second to none. Since 1976, Graphco has thrived in an ever-changing marketplace by loyally adhering to the firm’s original model for success: providing best-in-class print production equipment along with reliable and assured technical service. Learn more about Graphco at www.graphco.com, 800-458-2769.

Press release submitted on behalf of Roland

Roland DGA, Irvine, California, a leading provider of large-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, and other innovative digital imaging devices, has announced the launch of the new TrueVIS™ Roland DG XG-640 – a 64-inch, professional-level eco-solvent printer/cutter uniquely designed to help busy print operations achieve optimum image quality, productivity, and profitability. Available now through authorized Roland DGA dealers, the XG-640 combines impressive print speeds and precise integrated contour cutting with unrivaled TrueVIS color and detail to deliver high-quality output faster and more cost-effectively than ever before. With output speeds up to two times faster than the leading solvent and latex systems, the XG-640 redefines expectations for performance in its class.

Since pioneering integrated print-and-cut functionality – technology that prints and automatically cuts graphics to any shape in one seamless process – more than 30 years ago, Roland DG has focused on continuous innovation. This commitment to constant improvement has culminated in the development of the new XG-640, which ushers in a whole new era of print/cut versatility, efficiency, and performance.

“The XG-640 is quite simply our fastest, most capable printer/cutter to date,” said Roland DGA Product Manager of Digital Print, Daniel Valade. “Incorporating our very latest digital imaging and cutting advancements, it allows print providers to handle a wide range of applications with unprecedented confidence. In addition to producing output that exceeds customer expectations, the XG-640’s ability to ramp up production while keeping running costs low can help any shop increase its bottom line. It’s an amazing device that pays for itself within a very short time period – everything after that is pure profit.”

For brilliant color and print accuracy, the XG-640 employs newly designed dual staggered printheads that eject finer ink droplets at higher densities. These state-of-the-art printheads, along with new high-speed data control functionality, enable the XG-640 to produce stunning prints at speeds of up to 819 square feet per hour.

The XG-640 takes full advantage of Roland DG’s new GBL-free, wide-gamut TR3 eco-solvent inks, which are available in a choice of configurations up to eight colors (CMYK, Lc, Lm, Or, and Gr). White ink printing is 3 times faster and 1.3 times denser than with the TrueVIS VG3, ensuring excellent opacity for window graphics and base coats.

True Rich Color is a unique print setting that optimizes the potential of the XG-640 to create beautifully realistic graphics that combine vivid colors with neutral grays, smooth gradations, and natural skin tones. Users can now quickly select the ideal color setting, including more vivid color, deeper color, or softer color, depending on the desired graphic results.

The XG-640 boasts additional productivity enhancements for efficient, high-quality output, including automatic media set-up and take-up systems to ensure fast and stable throughput, a 7-inch color LCD touch-screen control panel, automated pinch rollers, perforated sheet cutting, a media gap adjustment function, and self-maintenance features.

“At a typical output volume, many shops see ROI on the XG-640 in less than six months,” Valade added. “That makes this next-generation inkjet a clear investment in long-term profitability.”

A powerful software package is also included with the XG-640. Roland DG’s latest RIP software – VersaWorks® 7 – has greater processing capacity, a more intuitive user interface, and is now compatible with macOS as well as Windows. In addition, the XG-640 comes with access to the expanded cloud-based Roland DG Connect platform, which provides a host of useful tools and resources for users to streamline their workflow, manage print operations, and grow their businesses.

For more information on the new TrueVIS XG-640 printer/cutter, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/xg-640. To learn more about Roland DGA or the complete Roland DGA product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

About Roland DG
AmericasRoland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries.

About Roland DG Corporation
With the purpose of “To Empower Creativity and Excitement Worldwide,” Roland DG Corporation strives to bring new opportunities to society through digital solutions that make it easy for anyone to create things. The company’s inkjet printers and printer/cutters are widely used in a variety of visual communication fields, including signage and interior decoration. In the digital fabrication field, our inkjet printers, cutting machines, and 3D digital fabrication tools enable the personalization and customization of items tailored to individual customer needs. By adopting a high-mix, low-volume, on-demand approach, Roland DG aims to create new applications. Recently, Roland DG has further expanded the digital transformation frontier. The company provides a cloud-based service to enhance customers’ printing operations and profitability and a cloud-based production improvement solution offering the expertise of its proprietary production support system for small and medium-sized manufacturers.

Press release submitted on behalf of BOBST

Automation has become a central driver for the packaging industry, enabling faster, more reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Perhaps the perfect example of modern automation is robotics – state-of-the-art technology used in smart ways to improve precision, reduce errors, and enhance productivity.

For BOBST, it has been two years since the company fully entered the world of robotics by acquiring Dücker Robotics, a world leader in the corrugated board sector for robots in loading and palletizing. The acquisition reflected BOBST’s focus on automation as a core pillar of its industry vision to shape the future of the packaging world, alongside connectivity, digitalization and sustainability. Since 2023, robotics has now become an integral part of the company’s corrugated portfolio, boosting end-to-end efficiency for customers.

Now, with a full range of robotic solutions on offer for loading and palletizing on flatbed die-cutters, folder-gluers and flexo folder-gluers, and two years’ experience of cutting-edge robotics under its belt, BOBST is ready to take the next step.

Robotics proves its value for the corrugated board industry

“Our customers in the corrugated industry have appreciated being able to efficiently manage their entire production chain from start to finish with one unique partner,” said Pierre Binggeli, Head of Product Line Folder-gluers & Robotics. “The robotics solutions were one of the final pieces of the puzzle to enable this to become reality, enabling automation of key stages and allowing configuration of complete and seamless production lines.”

BOBST’s industry-leading robotic solutions include BOBST ROBOLOADER and ROBOPALLETIZER, along with robots ensuring the safe transport and accurate labeling of pallets.

BOBST ROBOLOADER automates the transfer of blank piles, eliminating the need for any manual intervention at the feeder. The robot ensures regular and consistent supply to match top machine speeds, enabling optimal production line productivity.

BOBST ROBOPALLETIZER stacks the piles or batches in various patterns, completely automating the palletizing process. These highly versatile robots offer tailor-made solutions according to each customer’s needs, thanks to several gripper types and the option to combine various robots.

BOBST ROBOTOP, WRAPPER and ROBOLABEL secure the load, speed up the secure wrapping process, ensure full protection and correct labelling, guaranteeing that the pallets travel securely to the right destination.

The huge potential of robotics in the future

Momentum is gathering. More and more converters are realizing the potential of robotics beyond simply automating their lines.

BOBST’s robotic solutions enable converters to maximize the potential of their equipment, improving speed and productivity in an ever more demanding market environment. In addition, robots help to minimize waste by adapting specific feeding and palletizing needs which fluidify the production process and preserve the integrity of sheets, blanks and boxes. They also contribute to workplace sustainability by removing a considerable amount of repetitive and strenuous tasks for operators.

“The sustainability benefits of robotics are also a big plus for our customers, who want to keep waste to an absolute minimum and improve workplace conditions,” said Mr. Binggeli. “We foresee a future where robotics are an integral part of all corrugated packaging lines, with fully automated box plants running at maximum capacity with minimum waste and downtime.”

Indeed, the success of integrating robotics into the BOBST corrugated offer has provided a potential roadmap for BOBST in other industry sectors.

It may not be too long before other sectors benefit from BOBST’s robotic solutions, helping customers to meet ever-tightening deadlines and demands for fault-free packaging with minimal waste. Corrugated has shown what’s possible with robotics. Now, let’s see what the future brings.

About BOBST
We are one of the world’s leading suppliers of substrate processing, printing and converting equipment and services for the label, flexible packaging, folding carton and corrugated industries. Our vision is to shape the future of the packaging world based on four pillars: connectivity, digitalization, automation and sustainability.
Founded in 1890 by Joseph Bobst in Lausanne, Switzerland, BOBST has a presence in more than 50 countries, runs 21 production facilities in 12 countries and employs more than 6 400 people around the world. The firm recorded a consolidated turnover of CHF 1.891 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024. For more information, visit www.Bobst.com.

Press release submitted on behalf of Rollem International

Rollem International’s Amplify booth theme, “Flaunt your Colors – Finish with Flair,” features a collaboration of embellished Peacock Postcards and colorful Product Bags.  

Rollem partnered with Team Concept Printing to provide the vibrant printing and rich LUXfx embellishing on a colorful B2 sheet of 9-up peacock images. “This project shows a variety of enhancements, including gold and raised textures, plus Karess© laminating by Nobelus©. “The visual is exciting and entices the viewer to touch the multiple finishes on each of the postcards”, indicates Susan Corwin, Marketing Director for Rollem. Rollem’s automated sheet-fed converting systems are ideally suited to process these embellished press sheets without damaging the valuable finishing enhancements. Due to the Jetstream’s rotary cutting blades, each sheet is individually cut, making Jetstream the ideal solution for converting embellished products such as postcards, business cards and brochures.

The award-winning Insignia6HPlus Die-Cutter is a feature-packed system that die-cuts shaped products, kiss-cuts pressure-sensitive material, creases, perforates, embosses and, when required, removes hangar holes. Insignia offers ease of operation and fast job change-overs. The PLUS feature, a simplified touch screen interface, was designed for digital print users who change jobs frequently, allowing for simplified machine operation. The automatic waste removal system diverts the sheet matrix and delivers the cut, finished products onto a slow-moving conveyor or a StackMaster for easier handling of smaller products. “Our designer created a line of three colorful product bags, each enhanced with different Nobelus© laminates including FineLeather©, FineLinen© and Karess© plus interior metallic sleeking” Corwin continues. Visitors can’t miss this stand-out die-cutting demonstration producing product bags, folding cartons and more.

Amplify visitors can check out stunning, highly embellished samples in booth #4731. Learn how to easily adopt sheet-fed rotary die-cutting into your operation with Insignia. “Flaunt your Finishing” with Rollem International and our Partners.

Printing and LUXfx Embellishing by Team Concept www.teamconceptprinting.com Laminating by Nobelus, www.nobelus.com and Innovative Finishing by Rollem International www.rollemusa.com (800)272-4381.

Taktiful Software Solutions, Melbourne, Florida, is proud to announce the official launch of Taktify, the first AI-powered cost estimating and pricing platform built specifically for digital print embellishments. Now available to the public after more than 18 months of beta testing, Taktify empowers commercial printers to quote with confidence, increase margins, and eliminate guesswork from every embellished job.

Taktify will make its live public debut at Amplify 2025, the premier print finishing event taking place June 10–12 in Rosemont, IL. Attendees can experience the software in action at booth #4627, where the Taktiful team will run live demos and real-world estimating scenarios.

Designed as a $250/month cloud-based subscription, Taktify delivers precise cost estimates and intelligent selling price recommendations in just seconds. The software calculates production costs based on materials, labor, embellishment coverage, and machine inputs, then uses AI to recommend selling prices tailored to each job’s location, industry vertical, and application. It’s the first tool of its kind to offer this level of market-driven pricing insight specifically for digital embellishment workflows.

“Pricing has always been one of the biggest pain points in this industry,” said Kevin Abergel, CEO and Founder of Taktiful. “With Taktify, printers don’t need to guess anymore. You get fast, accurate cost estimates and selling price recommendations that reflect what the market will actually bear. It’s like having an AI-powered pricing strategist on your team.”

Compatible at launch with digital embellishment equipment in North America from MGI, Konica Minolta, and Harris & Bruno, Taktify integrates seamlessly into production workflows for foil, varnish, raised UV, and specialty coating applications. Support for other inkjet and toner-based systems is already in development and will be boarding for launch soon.

One of the earliest adopters of the platform was The Kennickell Group, a Georgia-based print company with a long history of innovation. After investing in MGI and Konica Minolta embellishment equipment, Kennickell turned to Taktify to solve their pricing challenge.

“We started by estimating by the seat of our pants,” said Jana Johnson, Vice President of Administration at Kennickell. “We had no idea what to charge for embellishments. But once we started using Taktify, we realized we had been underpricing. The software showed us what was possible – and when we raised prices, customers didn’t push back. They saw the value.”

The Kennickell Group saw immediate benefits: faster turnaround times on estimates, a simplified quoting process, and improved price margins that made embellishment a profitable focus for their sales team. “Our salespeople love selling embellished prints now because they actually make money on it,” Johnson added.

Taktify’s impact has gone beyond just pricing. According to Johnson, the software helped drive a cultural shift at the Kennickell Group. “We’re more confident, more efficient, and better equipped to position ourselves as a high-value print provider. It’s been a game changer for us.”

Digital Embellishment users interested in seeing the software in action or scheduling a live demo can visit www.taktiful.com/taktify or email info@taktiful.com.

“If you’re offering digital foil, texture, or raised print and not using Taktify,” Abergel said, “you’re probably leaving money on the table.”

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.