Quad Urges Congress to Act on USPS ReformIn response to election-year political gridlock on common sense reform for the struggling United States Postal Service, Joel Quadracci, Chairman, President & CEO of Quad, sent the following letter to roughly 300 U.S. Senators and Representatives this week. This isn’t just a matter for the postal industry - it’s in the best interest of the nation’s overall economy. Read the letter>>>
European 1st Install of Konica Minolta AccurioJet KM-1e Global accessories firm Hama has become Europe’s first customer of Konica Minolta’s newly-launched AccurioJet KM-1e production press. The installation completed during lockdown enables the specialist in mobile, PC, and photo extras to print on almost any substrate in high quality to meet increasing demands from brands and retailers for a better ‘product experience’, achieved through high value-added packaging.
Canon Launches New Digital Color PressesCanon U.S.A. announces the launch of the new imagePRESS C10010VP / C9010VP digital color presses. "These new production digital cut-sheet color presses offer a wide range of distinct and dynamic technologies that can help drive productivity, versatility, and high image quality," said Shinichi Yoshida, executive VP and GM, Canon U.S.A.
VeraPass Best Practices for Peak Performance Investing in new equipment is one of the most significant decisions for a printer. Keeping that equipment operating at peak performance can impact print quality, reliability/up-time, and overall cost per print. In support of their partners and the printer community with devices Powered by Memjet's VeraPass, Memjet is launching a new set of online resources focused on best practices for optimal print quality and performance.
Developing the Business Get Me Out of This House!The human spirit thrives on stimulation, healthy change, fresh air, outdoor scenery, and activities that reduce stress. A few organizations in our great industry are already moving to support their customers’ (and employees) needs, including morale and support, to keep their revenue streams coming.
Win, Place & No Show?Printers race every day! We often jockey for a position with our customers; to make the best moves, say the right things, ask the crucial questions, provide the best pricing, and supply superior customer service. But when we head down the home stretch to ask for the sale, that feeling of self-doubt begins to creep in.
Michael GradyIdealliance is pleased to welcome Michael Grady as Idealliance's Vice President of Global Partnerships.
Nicole MillerNordis Technologies has promoted Nicole M. Miller to the position of Chief Operating Officer.
Kyle ChapmanBarry-Wehmiller Companies Inc. announced the promotion of Kyle Chapman to President.
Michael MonarchiBarry-Wehmiller Companies Inc. welcomes Michael Monarchi as Chief Financial Officer.
Frank AranzanaFrank Aranzana succeeds Klaus Röhrig as Chairman of Agfa-Gevaert NV.
Industry News
o Ripcord Announced a New Joint Venture with Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.
o MPS Monitor Announces Integration with Asolvi ERP Platforms
o Quadient Awarded Mailing Services Agreement with Premier Inc.
More Americans Say They are Regularly Wearing MasksAs the pandemic continues, a growing share of Americans say they are regularly wearing a mask or face covering in stores and other businesses. More than eight-in-ten U.S. adults (85%) say they have done so all or most of the time over the past month.
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o New Label Applicators Now Available for the Epson ColorWorks
o Introducing the New Arizona 2300 Series: Improved Flatbed Production and Productivity