There’s No Such Thing as a Printing Industry

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 4, 2019, 3:36 pm.

The United States has more than 28,000 printing businesses. How can a marketplace with that many companies have shortages of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Screen-Printed Wall Décor That Also Gives You the Weather Report

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 4, 2019, 3:11 pm.

The Weather Poster, designed by Oli Woods and his company, Typified, allows users to check the weather with a glance… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Profitability Playbook for Printers: 10 Strategies for Success from Industry Sales Leaders

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 4, 2019, 3:10 pm.

NAPCO Research surveyed readers of Printing Impressions to identify the common strategies and best practices of PSPs that are experiencing… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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EAGLE Graphics Founder and a Former PIA Chairman Robert Jocham Passes Away at 88

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 4, 2019, 2:57 pm.

Early in his career, Robert Jocham served as an executive for various printing companies throughout the U.S. In 1976, he… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Minuteman Press Franchise in Fayetteville, Ga., Relocates to Accommodate Business Growth

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on March 4, 2019, 2:40 pm.

Owner Rex Green said, “We recently relocated our business due to demand for more space resulting from growth of the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Circle of Mystery: A Business System Collapse

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 25, 2019, 12:15 pm.

Failure to put correct specifications into an estimate, work order or any onboarding process results in mistakes and miscommunication, causi… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Are You Brave Enough to Ask This Question?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 25, 2019, 12:00 pm.

Sales people are fearless when it comes to making cold calls, introducing themselves at networking events, and when facing a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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PRINTING United Sparks Printers’ Imaginations

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 25, 2019, 11:46 am.

Industry convergence was the topic of the night when Specialty Graphic Imaging Association Executive Vice President James Martin spoke to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Xerox Showcasing Productivity-Boosting Inkjet Technologies and Software Solutions at Hunkeler Innovationdays

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 25, 2019, 11:41 am.

Xerox is presenting a portfolio of end-to-end solutions designed to help print service providers optimize inkjet production, including the n… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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LSC Communications Stockholders Approve Combination with Quad/Graphics

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 25, 2019, 11:26 am.

Thomas J. Quinlan III, LSC Communications Chairman, CEO and President, said, “We thank the LSC Communications stockholders for their suppo… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Promotional Calendars: The Days of Our Lives

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 18, 2019, 2:19 pm.

Day in and day out, printed calendars are the quintessential promotional tool for both you and your clients. If you… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Eagle Systems Installs Cold Foil System at Rohrer Facility

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 18, 2019, 1:50 pm.

The Eagle Cold Foil System, which will operate in-line with a Komori LSX40, has now been operational at Buford, Ga.-based… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Ben Franklin Honor Society to Produce ‘BFHS Book of Wisdom’

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 18, 2019, 1:46 pm.

The Ben Franklin Honor Society (BFHS) has announced an initiative to publish a book highlighting the significant success stories of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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International Paper Elects Anders Gustafsson to Its Board

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 18, 2019, 1:35 pm.

Gustafsson is the CEO and a member of the Board of Directors of Zebra Technologies Corporation. Prior to assuming his… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How You Say What You Say

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 18, 2019, 1:31 pm.

Saying “Yeah it was a good movie” is different than “YEAH! IT WAS A GOOD MOVIE!” Same words, different meaning…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

The Inkjet Tipping Point White Paper

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 11, 2019, 4:30 pm.

Many PSPs are considering moving from offset to inkjet printing. Read how printing with inkjet can be cost-effective, provide more… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Road Map 2019: Business Development Strategies White Paper

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 11, 2019, 4:27 pm.

Many print service providers are already working toward innovating their businesses, which is why growing and refining that innovation shoul… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Inkjet Tipping Point White Paper

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 11, 2019, 4:23 pm.

Many PSPs are considering moving from offset to inkjet printing. Read how printing with inkjet can be cost-effective, provide more… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Road Map 2019: Business Development Strategies White Paper

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 11, 2019, 4:20 pm.

Many print service providers are already working toward innovating their businesses, which is why growing and refining that innovation shoul… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Jon Tardiff of J.S. McCarthy Printers on Productivity Gains from Automated Sheetfed Offset Perfector

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 11, 2019, 2:15 pm.

Jon Tardiff, CEO of J.S. McCarthy Printers in Augusta, Maine, describes autonomous productivity, makeready and waste reduction gains followi… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

In PRINTING United, MBO America Finds the Venue It’s Been Wishing For

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 4, 2019, 2:08 pm.

“PRINTING United will integrate well with our overall marketing goals,” Lance Martin, VP national accounts, said. “Our plan centers around… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Canon U.S.A. Announces Océ Arizona 1300 Series

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 4, 2019, 1:48 pm.

The new Océ Arizona 1300 series of high-productivity mid-volume UV true flatbed printers have productive print modes, optional light and… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Solo Printing Adds Two New Komori Presses to Its All-Komori Operation

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 4, 2019, 1:32 pm.

Miami-based Solo Printing has replaced two older Komori sheetfed presses with a ten-color Lithrone perfector (1040P) and a six-color Lithro… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Fujifilm Launches New Acuity LED 40 Series Flatbed Printers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 4, 2019, 1:05 pm.

The new Acuity LED 40 Series of mid-volume UV flatbed printers is designed to be a cost-effective printer for growing… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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What’s Ahead for Finishing in 2019

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on February 4, 2019, 12:57 pm.

The pace of change and the challenges facing the print industry have never been greater. And there’s not much doubt that… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Top 25 Industries/Verticals That Will Be the Hottest Markets for Print Demand in 2019-20

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 28, 2019, 2:59 pm.

For print services providers, the study provides a key roadmap of the market verticals where they should — and should… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How to Sell Digital/Inkjet Printing

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 28, 2019, 2:33 pm.

A label manufacturer with digital print capabilities admits to outrageous margins. How? The answer is more fundamental than you might… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Business Evolution: Survival of the Fittest

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 28, 2019, 2:26 pm.

Let’s be honest, order from chaos may happen in theory (or fantasy?). However, “order from chaos” does not manifest in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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EFI Fiery and Landa S10 Press First to Receive New Fogra VPS Certification

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 28, 2019, 2:10 pm.

“By meeting new validation requirements like the FograCert Validation Printing System certification, EFI and Landa are working to ensure t… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Lake County Press Mourns Loss of CEO

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 28, 2019, 1:56 pm.

On Jan. 20, 2019, Ralph L. Johnson, CEO of Lake County Press, passed away at the age of 89. As a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Buck Private Management Has Gone Viral

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 21, 2019, 3:34 pm.

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Weight Loss vs. Sales Gain: Which One Is More Sustainable for You in 2019?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 21, 2019, 3:27 pm.

Okay! It’s the beginning of your third week engaging those New Year’s resolutions. Time to check on your progress. And… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Xeikon Details Digital Printing Innovations, Event Plans for the Year

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 21, 2019, 3:16 pm.

In a press and analyst briefing held on Thursday, Jan. 10, Xeikon executives and customers detailed its successful 2018 and… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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International Graphic Communication Week Includes Keynote by Joel Quadracci

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 21, 2019, 3:00 pm.

This week in San Luis Obispo, Calif., Cal Poly’s Graphic Communication Department will celebrate International Graphic Communication Week… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Dome Founder Ray Poole Passes Away in California at Age 80

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 21, 2019, 2:52 pm.

Born November 10, 1938, Ray began his printing career at the age of 16 as an apprentice and he took… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Peeling Made Easy!

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 14, 2019, 2:19 pm.

Save time and money with double-sided tapes with dry edges for fast and easy liner removal. Try free samples of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The AF&PA 2019 Advocacy Priority List Includes Recycling and Regulatory Reforms

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 14, 2019, 1:52 pm.

The American Forest & Paper Association announced that a more resilient paper recycling system, transportation infrastructure, internat… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Before the Rooster Crows: A Predictable Event

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 14, 2019, 1:42 pm.

I’ve heard many a rooster crow in my time! You know, those WAKE-UP CALLS that go unheeded by so many… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Big Job Title, Big Sales Assumptions

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 14, 2019, 1:29 pm.

Have you watched the HBO series, “Succession”? Bill Farquharson has and he has a secret for you about how to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Discount Labels Plans to ‘Shout It Loud’ at PRINTING United

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 14, 2019, 1:14 pm.

Discount Labels exhibits at more than 30 trade shows every year. However, most of the events on its calendar aren’t… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Fox Bindery, President Henry Fox Fined $598,366 for Minimum Wage, Overtime Violations

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 7, 2019, 2:47 pm.

A U.S. Department of Labor consent judgment requires Lansdale, Pa.-based Fox Bindery to pay $274,183 in back wages and an… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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RMGT Lights Up Chicago with LED-UV Presses

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 7, 2019, 2:32 pm.

RMGT announced multiple installations of RMGT presses with LED-UV curing technology in Chicago and the surrounding areas. 2018 marks the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Vistaprint Parent Cimpress Increases Credit Facility by $500M

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 7, 2019, 2:27 pm.

The increase brings the total amount of the credit facility to $1.613 million, consisting of $526 million of outstanding term loans and a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Oliver Printing & Packaging Acquires DISC Graphics

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 7, 2019, 2:23 pm.

“This acquisition of DISC will greatly strengthen our platform, bringing new markets, customers, capabilities and capacity. We could not b… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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US Postal Service Woes: The FSS Slows, and the Red Ink Flows

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 7, 2019, 2:16 pm.

Postal officials still have no fixes for a money-losing billion-dollar boondoggle, except to jack up postage rates for catalogs and… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Printing Impressions Wishes You a Happy New Year

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 28, 2018, 2:29 pm.

To celebrate the New Year, the offices of Printing Impressions will be closed on Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Year That Was (2018)

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 28, 2018, 2:23 pm.

On this episode of The Week that Was, we go way beyond the week, and take a look at the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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What’s Really Driving Web-to-Print Adoption Rates?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 28, 2018, 12:59 pm.

A recent study released by NAPCO Research and Racad Tech details Web-to-Print adoption rates and the requirements for print service… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Grow Your Business by Building Trust with Your Brand Partners

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 27, 2018, 1:25 pm.

Brand owners have trust issues. They’ve seen and heard — and sometimes experienced — all of the things that can… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Connecting with Students of the Future

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 27, 2018, 1:12 pm.

One of the most common problems printers face is difficulty attracting young, innovative talent into the workforce. Everyone has a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.