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Print Industry News for December 21

BillerudKorsnäs to Acquire Verso to Drive Paperboard Growth and Expansion into North America

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 2:07 pm.

BillerudKorsnäs entered into a merger agreement to acquire Verso Corporation for a purchase price of approximately $825 million in cash…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Quad Completes Sale of Former Oklahoma City and Fernley Manufacturing Facilities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:55 pm.

Quad has completed the sale of its former Oklahoma City and Fernley, Nevada, manufacturing facilities to affiliates of Industrial Realty… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


SCREEN Americas Creates New Leadership Role

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:52 pm.

SCREEN Americas announced the promotion of Paul Chandonnet to VP of sales for the company’s High-Speed Inkjet Solutions division, a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


The First Komori G37 Installed in the US ‘Makes Printing Fun Again’ for Print Solutions

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:42 pm.

Print Solutions, originally founded as the Fifth Avenue Printing Company in 1970, installed a five-color Komori Lithrone G37, making it… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Confronting the Author of Confusion

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:25 pm.

Confronting the “author of confusion” head-on, can be intimidating, even scary! Not surprisingly, this mysterious unwelcome visitor seem… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for December 14

For the Love of Bacon and Innovation

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:34 pm.

Matthew Rooda solved a major issue for hog farmers through starting SwineTech. He raised more than $6 million in venture… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Solimar Systems Releases New Security Features and Advanced Mailing Capabilities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:25 pm.

A significant enhancement featured in these latest versions is the ability to track individual mailpieces to delivery via USPS. The… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Impact Expands Its Capability and Capacity in the Color Inkjet Digital Printing World

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:12 pm.

Impact responds to recent record sales performance by expanding its capabilities with three new digital printing presses. The added capacit… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Production Inkjet Press Adoption Is Gaining Ground Across Printing and Packaging Segments

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 11:12 am.

The printing and packaging industries are benefiting from an influx of digital printing platforms and technologies. High-speed, continuous-f… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Four 2022 Sales Goals for Your Printing Business

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 11:06 am.

Put any thought into 2022? Bill has. In fact, if you want to save some time, take the advice in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for December 7

A Place Called THERE

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:19 pm.

Believe it or not, there IS a place called THERE! For years, many small printing business owners have shared with… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


The Anti-Diet Diet: Goodbye Diet Culture, Hello Sustainable Health

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:18 pm.

Emily Hochman, a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, has redefined “dieting” through Wellory, an app that helps people make healthier… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


How Bob Makes Six Sales Calls a Day

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:16 pm.

Three weeks ago, Bob was a time management train wreck. Last week on a Sales Vault workshop, he was a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Harvey Levenson: The Reverse Pyramid — Thinking Upside Down Leads to Success

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:13 pm.

This story is excerpted from one that appears in the flagship edition of the “Ben Franklin Honor Society Book of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Enfocus Releases Switch 2021 Fall Platform Update

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:09 pm.

Enfocus announced Switch 2021 Fall, a platform update that comes with improved performance, Submit Point UX updates, and scripting additions… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for November 30

Slate Group’s Innovative Spirit Reflected in Investments and Opportunities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:52 pm.

Trey Laverty, director of sales and marketing for Slate Group, a 2021 Innovator of the Year, shares what motivates the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Two-Track Immersive Event Highlights the Power of Print Marketing and High-Impact Packaging

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:26 pm.

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How to Avoid 4 Common Mistakes: Franchising Advice From Rick Del Sontro

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:21 pm.

Rick Del Sontro offers expert advice on franchising, including what investors are looking for and common struggles to avoid in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


How Long Will You Hesitate Between Two Opinions?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:15 pm.

A book on systematic organization for small businesses brought me face-to-face with a dilemma. How long was I going to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Knocking Off Another Graphic Designer’s Work and Why You Should Never Do It

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:12 pm.

It may seem obvious that copying other people’s designs is wrong, yet sometimes print customers do make a request to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for November 23

Wide-Format Printing: Destined to Grow With Ever-More Applications

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:41 pm.

Predicted to reach a volume of US$11.2 billion by 2025 (Markets and Markets), the wide-format printing market is mature, but… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Keys to Dataflow Inc.’s Success Includes Eight Locations, Combined with Robust W2P Platform, Signage Division, and More

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:38 pm.

Dan Zimmerman, President and CEO of Dataflow, Inc., in Binghamton, New York, discusses his printing company’s growth into multiple verticals… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Ben Franklin Honor Society Publishes ‘Book of Wisdom’ Supplement

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:11 pm.

PRINTING United Alliance’s Ben Franklin Honor Society announced the release of the 98-page Book of Wisdom supplement, which includes nine… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


We Will Refund Your Misery

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 1:55 pm.

Take a few minutes to consider business process systemization. If you don’t like what you read here, we will refund… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Revolutionizing Mental Health With MyWellbeing CEO Alyssa Petersel

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 1:48 pm.

As founder and CEO of MyWellbeing, Petersel is committed to creating mental health awareness and making the process of connecting… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for November 16

National Apprenticeship Week: Printing Industry Can Help Solve Labor Shortage by Attracting More Young Workers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 2:18 pm.

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Mind, Body and Brownies: The Relentless Pursuit of Success Featuring CEO Josh York

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:53 pm.

“When you build a growth mindset, a resilient mindset, it allows you to literally just push through every challenge in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Prepare for Next Week, This Week

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:52 pm.

Most of us sales reps work well in a chaotic environment. But, how do you make the most of your… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


BlueCrest Acquires Fluence Automation

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:50 pm.

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PCI Hosts Grand Opening at Regional Site: New Print and Mail Production Facility in San Antonio

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:44 pm.

Postal Center International announced the official opening of its new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new location will… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for November 9

How The Chive Founders Built an Empire and Started a Business With Bill Murray

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 2:02 pm.

Leo Resig is co-founder of the well-known lifestyle and comedy website The Chive and creates popular apparel such as “Keep… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Book Publisher Sourcebooks Sends Eight Associates to Worzalla’s ‘Print University’

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 1:38 pm.

To better collaborate with their publishing partners, Worzalla hosted another edition of its ‘Print University’ where they welcomed eight as… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


PRINTING United Alliance Academy Celebrates Newest Inductees and Award Recipients

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 1:34 pm.

A virtual ceremony will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. EST to welcome the newest inductees to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Atlantic Packaging Saves Labor and Makeready with Lithec LithoFlash Camera Inspection System

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 12:26 pm.

Atlantic Packaging’s focus on sustainability has led to the to the decision to invest in a Lithec LithoFlash. This retrofittable… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Pebble Paper Is Here! This Is What It Means for Inkjet Printing

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 12:23 pm.

Hunter Bliss introduces Pebble Paper, an updated version of stone paper material, made of 80% calcium carbonate and 20% HDPE…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for November 2

Investment In UV LED Technology Pays Off For Hagg Press

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 1, 2021, 4:43 pm.

Based in Illinois, offset printers Hagg Press are a ‘Top 400 Printer’ in the USA. Their business is conducted largely… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Latest on What Printing Company Employers and Federal Contractors Should Know About Vaccine Mandate

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 1, 2021, 2:51 pm.

Adriane Harrison, VP of HR Consulting at PRINTING United Alliance, provides the latest guidance on the federal vaccination mandate as… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Stan Aronow of Gartner Research Discusses the Supply Chain

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 1, 2021, 2:49 pm.

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NPC Chairman Mark Barnhart Honored for Business Excellence

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 1, 2021, 2:48 pm.

NPC Owner and Chairman of the Board Mark Barnhart received a Lifetime Achievement in Business Excellence Award presented by the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


PRINTING United Alliance, HP Help Southeast Printers ‘Future-Proof’ Their Businesses

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 1, 2021, 2:46 pm.

In a further demonstration of their support of the printing community, HP and PRINTING United Alliance came to Raleigh, North… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Print Industry News for October 26

2021 Innovator of the Year: PrintComm Inc. Is Committed to Growth and to the Greater Good

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 25, 2021, 2:20 pm.

PrintComm Inc., a direct mail printer, was named a 2021 Innovator of the Year due to its data-driven transformations and… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


EFI Brings Smart Innovation to Production Print with New EFI Fiery Platform

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 25, 2021, 2:16 pm.

EFI Fiery FS500 Pro delivers advanced automation, color, and job processing technology to meet challenges in evolving print markets. Fiery… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Mollet Printing Sees Significant Cost Savings Since Installing Versafire EP from Heidelberg

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 25, 2021, 2:11 pm.

While initially turning to the Versafire for its smaller footprint, Mollet Printing has experienced better print quality and significant cos… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Canon U.S.A. Announces Sensing Unit for imagePRESS C910 Series

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 25, 2021, 2:06 pm.

This Sensing Unit-A1 complements the color imagePRESS series is designed to help increase efficiency while producing consistent output and a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Rethink Your Sales Calls

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 25, 2021, 1:56 pm.

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Print Industry News for October 19

5 Steps to Building Your Personal Brand

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 19, 2021, 7:39 am.

If you want to increase your visibility in the print industry, you need to work first on building and growing… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Starting, Scaling and Funding Your Business: Part 2 With Julia Pimsleur

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 18, 2021, 2:41 pm.

Are you looking to grow your business to $1 million and beyond? In this episode of Million Dollar Monday, Julia… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


How Direct Mail Printer SG360° Plans Future Growth, Amid Labor Shortages and Supply Chain Disruptions

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 18, 2021, 1:57 pm.

John Wallace, President and CEO of SG360° in Wheeling, Ill., discusses how he plans to grow the company, the recent… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


Koenig & Bauer Durst Launches the VariJET 106 Hybrid Inkjet/Offset Sheetfed Printing Press

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 18, 2021, 1:10 pm.

The first units of the VariJET 106 are due to be installed at customer sites in Europe and America in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.


The Navigator Co. to Increase Uncoated Woodfree Paper Prices Up to 8% and Apply Surcharge

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on October 18, 2021, 12:35 pm.

The company has been applying price increases gradually throughout 2021 aligned with both the growth in demand for its brands… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.