PRINTING United Expo

Two new machines — both using Mutoh’s new MS41 Eco-Solvent inks — provide increased ease of use, high-quality printing and high productivity. Both systems offer a maximum print width of 64 inches, and are available in four- and seven-head configurations. PRINTING United Booth 4404.

Demonstrating a wide range of finishing technologies for the commercial sector, Muller Martini’s booth at PRINTING United will be solutions-focused — offering technologies that ease workflow and eliminate finishing makeready. PRINTING United Booth 10543.

The JETvarnish 3D system from MGI (Konica Minolta) offers digital foil effects that catch the eye and provide differentiation from other printed pieces. Further, these attractive print add-ons result in an “expensive” look impressing clients/customers. PRINTING United Booth 9536.

While the system offers high-quality dye-sublimation printing for numerous graphics applications, the Epson SureColor won for dye sublimation onto metal. Examples include plaques, high-end photo prints and eye-catching signage. PRINTING United Booth 5410, 5610.

Offering the capability for six slits, 30 cuts and 20 creases in a single pass, the innovative DC-618 from Duplo offers options that expand beyond print-on-paper. The new system can handle up to 23 sheets per minute and includes EFI Fiery integration. PRINTING United Booth 8408.

PRINTING United Graphics Producers Luncheon features three presentations on management, sales, and company culture led by Jim Russell, Barbara Pellow, and Mike Philie. The luncheon will be held Thursday, Oct. 24, from 12 to 1:30 p.m.

At PRINTING United, DNSC will demonstrate how its broad portfolio of specialty and custom inks, fluids, and biomarkers supports security functions including tag and track, brand protection, supply chain transparency, and customer loyalty.

The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association will offer 10 post-secondary students the opportunity to attend PRINTING United in Dallas to learn about the printing industry.

At the Functional and Industrial Printing Luncheon during PRINTING United, Erik Skie, principal of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, will show attendees how sales, operations, and finance can work together to unlock opportunities for growth, and present a strategic approach to profitability and performance.

How one in-plant planted a seed for wide-format dreams three years ago and watched it blossom into a flourishing revenue stream.