Graphic Arts Industry News - October 7, 2024

Every week, we feature the latest news from the graphic arts and packaging industries. From technical innovations and major investments to strategic acquisitions and regulatory changes, find out what you need to know to stay up to date in these constantly evolving sectors.

Docuworld's eco-responsible open house in Angers a success

After Nantes and Rennes, Docuworld welcomed nearly 60 customers and partners to Angers for its open house event under the theme "Together, let's reduce our footprint". The event showcased customized, eco-friendly digital printing solutions, with products such as PVC-free tarpaulins, recyclable adhesives and biodegradable pens made from paper and corn plastic, in partnership with Ricoh, Epson, Duo Display, Réseau ETAC and HEXIS

HP Latex 630W Printer installation at NG Enseignes & Publicité

Reims-based NG Enseignes & Publicité recently installed an HP Latex 630W printer on its premises. This model can print on a wide variety of substrates thanks to its water-based inks, including a white ink option. The company is thus reinforcing its commitment to the environment, while increasing productivity. Thanks to HP Print OS, cost management and production monitoring are optimized. This advance enables NG to continue supplying a wide range of advertising solutions throughout France.

Heidelberg France announces a change in the Services department

Fred Mathot joins the Heidelberg France teams once again, taking over the management of Hotlines & Logistics, previously managed by Franck Raguin. With a career at Heidelberg that began in 1998 as a technician, Fred Mathot rose through the ranks, becoming Technical Director for the Western region before taking a break in 2020 to embark on an entrepreneurial career. His return marks a new stage for the company's services.

Estimprim celebrates 10 years since taking over IME and continues to expand

The Estimprim group celebrated the tenth anniversary of its takeover of the IME printing works, acquired in 2014. Created in 2008 through the merger of five Franc-Comtois printing companies âeuros Imprimerie Metthez, Camponovo-Bouchard, Atelier Graphique 2BJP, Imprimerie Béra and Mediastrat âeuros Estimprim strengthened its expertise with this acquisition. In 2016, the group expanded further with the integration of Isiprint in La Courneuve, consolidating its presence in Paris and its position in the printing sector.

Hybrid Software announces "Hybrid Fusion" customer conference to shape the future of labels and packaging

Hybrid Software organizes its first worldwide conference, Hybrid Fusion from April 22 to 25, 2025 in Amsterdam. The event will bring together packaging printing and prepress players from its 1,500 global customers, as well as industry experts and key OEM partners. Attendees will discover the latest label and packaging trends for various printing processes, and have the opportunity to collaborate with experts and influence future Hybrid Software developments.

A look back at the 4th edition of L'Atelier du Grand Format

From September 23 to 27, 2024, over 200 visitors attended the Atelier du Grand Format, a unique trade show dedicated to visual communication, signs and signage, held in the swissQprint France showroom. The event is based on collaboration between suppliers of software, equipment and new media to optimize large-format production. This synergy offered professionals innovative, high-performance solutions, reinforcing the importance of global service in visual production.

Fujifilm strengthens its European packaging team with two key appointments

Fujifilm Europe announces the appointment of Adil Kabel and Tommy Segelberg to its Packaging Division. Adil Kabel becomes Sales Director for Benelux, while Tommy Segelberg is appointed Digital Packaging Segment Manager for the EMEA region. These strategic appointments are designed to reinforce Fujifilm's commitment to packaging and to meet the growing needs of the market, particularly with the promotion of the Jet Press FP790 digital press.

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