The latest growth of paper wrapping has been remarkable and has led to some great investments, with many companies wanting to get involved. On the other side, many businesses that already claim to be involved, cannot back up those claims. With an evolving need for sustainability in the print industry, how is the transition handled by different companies?
Kodak and Ricoh are diving deeper into the field of cloud-based print solutions, each in their own way. While Kodak is implementing solutions in cooperation with the company’s long-term partner Modern Litho, Ricoh are offering two new subscription based services in their Managed Print solution portfolio.
In China, a new printing process using structural inks was recently invented and implemented with a commercially available inkjet printer. With the help of a transparent polymer ink, dome-shaped microstructures were printed. During the process, the height and diameter of the microdome control the wavelength of the reflected light as well as the color created. According to a team of researchers, the new technology will be used for applications such as smart windows or anti-counterfeiting.
Customers have been asking for a way to control the quality and safety of their food packaging for years. This demand escalated even further during the pandemic. Companies like Innoseal Systems Inc., Inno-Pak LLC and Novolex are finding new solutions to address the issue.
The Austrian company Revo Foods is bringing plant-based, high-quality fish cuts to the global market using their specialized, upscaled 3D printing technology. After the “Food Printing Revolution” of RedefineMeat’s ‘Alt-Steak’, Revo is looking to solve the environmental issue of overfishing.
With our recurring drupa Essentials of Print series, we deliver a series of articles, from designers, brand owners, printers, converters, journalists and influencers, providing them with a platform to share their opinions on the latest developments of the print industry.
Whether in clothing or in the interior design of one's own home – more and more people appreciate personalized merchandise and want to be involved in the design of a product. H&M Group Business Ventures is responding to this trend by developing a new global digital printing platform for the merchandise industry: Creator Studio, an on-demand printing service.
In 2021, Project Peacock developed into a resource platform for print customers and print enthusiasts around the world and – like our virtual.drupa video library – it is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! You can use it to find new partners, innovative tools and improve your print marketing.
The trend of value-added solutions manifests itself throughout the graphic industry in the form of innovative strategies, through technical innovations and an authentic understanding of professional sustainability. As part of the PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION, the industry initiative Creatura, among others, shows sophisticated solutions and the latest methods.
Pioneering ideas and visions around media production and marketing are presented, analyzed and discussed at the PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION. In a few days the time has come and the congress trade fair will start in Düsseldorf. What are exhibitors looking forward to the most?