by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, PostPress drupa has been postponed to 2021. Click here to learn more about the reasons behind the move. drupa 2020, the global trade fair for print, will take place June 16-26 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Once again occupying the entire Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre, halls will be carefully structured to address product groups that include … [Read more...] about Embrace the Future at drupa
2020 Feb/Mar
The Evolution and Evaluation of Dynamic Stripping
by James D. Banister, BS, MBA, AMPM, LSS BB, Bobst North America Inc. The problem operators face today is the process of effectively removing the internal or external (trim) waste material from the diecut sheet at high speeds. Data validates that the stripping section is a critical reason why machines stop (see Diagram 1). Sheets break apart – leaving cartons, trim waste or … [Read more...] about The Evolution and Evaluation of Dynamic Stripping
Perfect Binding Automates: Handling Digitally and/or Offset-Printed Jobs
by Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress As printers face a greater mix of digital- and offset-printed jobs, shorter run lengths and a tight labor market, perfect binders have become more automated, flexible and connected. Traditional, large-volume printers are migrating to shorter, digital run lengths, while midsize digital shops doing print-on-demand, short-run … [Read more...] about Perfect Binding Automates: Handling Digitally and/or Offset-Printed Jobs
Simple Changes in Energy Management Can Have a Big Impact
by Grainger When you look for ways to enhance your profit margin, energy management is a logical place to begin making changes. Doing an energy audit or switching to energy-efficient lighting, two key steps in an energy management program, can have a significant impact on the bottom line. Yes, as the operator of a large facility or multiple large facilities, you will need to … [Read more...] about Simple Changes in Energy Management Can Have a Big Impact