FSEA to Sponsor Programming at UV+EB Packaging Conference The Foil & Specialty Effects Association will host an education track during RadTech International North America's UV+EB Packaging Conference, a one-day event on Oct. 24 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At the conference, RadTech will host presentations on migration, regulatory issues and the latest developments in … [Read more...] about FSEA News
2017 Aug/Sept
What Can a Valuation Expert Do for Your Succession Plan?
Reprinted with permission from www.carlson-advisors.com Most business owners spend a lifetime building their businesses, and when it comes to succession, they face the difficult decision of whether to sell, dissolve or transfer the business to family members or a nonfamily successor. Many complicated issues are involved, including how to divvy up business interests, … [Read more...] about What Can a Valuation Expert Do for Your Succession Plan?
Tech Watch: BOBST’s MASTERFOIL 106PR
by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress More than three decades since the world's first presses for hot foil stamping - the SP 102-BMA and SP 126-BMA - debuted, BOBST, headquartered in Mex, Switzerland, has released its MASTERFOIL 106 PR. This camshaft-driven machine is designed and built specifically for hot foil stamping, and it is suitable for carton, label and … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: BOBST’s MASTERFOIL 106PR
Sheet-fed Cold Foil Finding Niche with Folding Cartons
by Jeff Peterson, editor-in-chief, PostPress The use of cold foil for large-format sheet-fed applications has certainly been on the rise in the last few years. Folding carton companies have been a prime candidate for cold foil technology. Why? First and foremost, the technology in equipment, foil and adhesives has continued to improve, thereby creating an efficient … [Read more...] about Sheet-fed Cold Foil Finding Niche with Folding Cartons
PRINT 17 Returns to Chicago
PRINT 17, produced and owned by NPES, is the largest tradeshow in North America for the graphic communications and print industry. Taking place in Chicago, Illinois, Sept. 10-14, PRINT 17 features hundreds of exhibitors offering cutting-edge technologies and solutions. With a promise to "Grow YOUR Business," attendees can take advantage of the pre-show conference OUTLOOK 17, in … [Read more...] about PRINT 17 Returns to Chicago
PIA’s Premier Print Awards
Two years ago, the BIA's Product of Excellence Awards were integrated into the Printing Industries of America's Premier Print Awards, the industry's most prestigious awards program. Since the postpress categories have been expanded within the Premier Print Awards, a great number of outstanding pieces have been received from around the world. The BIA is proud to recognize the … [Read more...] about PIA’s Premier Print Awards
OSHA Regulatory Update For 2017
by Gary Jones, assistant VP EHS Affairs; Kaitlin Rundle, EHS associate; and Matthew Crownover, EHS associate, Printing Industries of America Typically, when there is a change in the presidency, the outgoing administration rushes to issue new and revised regulations to complete their agenda. This is what occurred under the Obama administration. One of the more active agencies … [Read more...] about OSHA Regulatory Update For 2017
Understanding the Flow of Inventory Management
by Grainger Editorial Staff Is a large percentage of your company's dollars going toward inventory? Managing inventory efficiently can help cut down on many costs that you may not even be aware of. Poor inventory control can lead to emergencies, such as running out of much needed materials. This can take time away from production, and finding a quick replacement part can be … [Read more...] about Understanding the Flow of Inventory Management
Industry Influencer: Trish Witkowski
Trish Witkowski has spent nearly 20 years researching the technical side of production folding and print finishing. An industry expert, Witkowski specializes in creative mail formats and engagement strategies for direct marketing, which allows her to help companies find solutions to meet - or exceed - marketing goals. With a background in design, Witkowski is uniquely … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Trish Witkowski
Lamplighter Hardback: Judged by its Cover
by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, PostPress For over 20 years, Lamplighter Publishing, a division of Lamplighter Ministries based in Mount Morris, New York, has produced numerous publications, including illustrated books, resource books and audio dramas. Additionally, Lamplighter has edited and published 130 vintage titles. The books contained in this collection feature … [Read more...] about Lamplighter Hardback: Judged by its Cover