Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, continues to bring new and exciting innovations to large-format printing. Newly launched is the imagePROGRAF GP Series, the world’s first* aqueous inkjet models to include Fluorescent Pink ink. Comprised of the 24-inch imagePROGRAF GP-2000, 44-inch imagePROGRAF GP-4000, 24-inch imagePROGRAF GP-200 and 36-inch imagePROGRAF GP-300, this series produces vivid neon colors for high value added output and graphics that will captivate consumer’s attention and may help to increase print business opportunities.

Mutoh Europe - EMEA subsidiary of the Japanese wide-format & desktop digital printer manufacturer - and STS Europe today announced that they are joining forces for the new STS Modular Direct to Film system. Developed in partnership with Mutoh Japan, the centerpiece of the new system is a compact 24” (630 mm) wide printer built to fit onto a table-top or rolling stand in any size print shop. The STS DTF System is designed to be the most cost-effective and hassle-free solution to simplify the process of quickly creating custom t-shirts and apparel. In the EMEA business area, the STS DTF system will be offered by STS Europe through selected Mutoh distributors. The system will be presented at the STS booth (1F67) at the Fespa Amsterdam exhibition, to be held from 12-15 October.

Xante’ is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Heavy White UV Ink for its X series of UV printers.

EFI™ ProGraphics™ XA high-adhesion ink – a versatile UV LED display graphics inkjet ink from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. suitable for a wide range of rigid and flexible media – is now available for EFI Wide Format flatbed and hybrid roll/flatbed printers. ProGraphics XA ink delivers superior results on corrugated plastics and other substrates with adhesion challenges.

Sun Chemical has launched its Streamline TVL 2 ink series to support the sign, display and graphics market for use with Roland’s SG2 and VG2 range of eco-solvent inkjet printers.

CMYUK has announced that six global technology companies – Canon, EFI, Epson, Klieverik, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems, and Mimaki have become headline sponsors for its Creatives in Residence Live project (CIRL).

The rapid growth at Josero continues as the team welcomes Nigel Briggs as Consumables Account Manager. Briggs officially takes up his new position on Monday September 6th. This latest appointment reflects the company’s growth strategy for the media, inks, and consumables side of the business, after the recent hire of Mitch Anstey as Consumables Sales Manager.

Nazdar's original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ink products drew widespread praise at Seiko and People & Technology's (P&T) recent OpenWeek event after being used to produce high quality labels and packaging applications at the showcase.

Leading manufacturer, NUtec Digital Ink now offers an alternative ink range for Roland® Eco-Sol MAX and MAX2 users in the form of its Diamond eco-solvent product range.

Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the global availability of the 270 Series of UV-LED inks. This general graphics/product print ink set has been specifically designed for UV-LED curing with ambient temperature controlled printheads.

The global Coronavirus pandemic is continuing to impact supply chains across the globe, causing severe impacts to ink manufacturers. Freight availability has been greatly affected during the pandemic, and the resulting impact on the entire supply chain has been unprecedented. 

INX International Ink Co. continues with preparations in advance of this year’s PRINTING United Expo, October 6-8 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. A complete range of conventional and digital ink and coating solutions will be featured in booth 5540, giving show attendees an opportunity to find the right choice that includes environmentally sensitive and sustainable inks.

At the Fespa Global Print Expo in Amsterdam, swissQprint will be presenting latest developments. They include neon inks for UV printing that enable eye-catching signage and event applications.

Nur Ink Innovations Ltd. which engages in research and development of various types of water-based, green and environmentally friendly pigment inks, announces that it has contracted with one of the world’s leading international digital printer manufacturers for strategic collaboration and technological development of water-based digital printing pigment ink that was developed by the Company (NurTex).

You are invited to join Flint Group and its partner, Poteet Printing Systems, at SuperCorrExpo® 2021 on August 9-12, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced that its technical service group has qualified the first Direct to Garment (DTG) printed T-Shirt in the G7 methodology of colour control for grey balance. DTG is the newest category for G7 qualifications by IDEAlliance.

Marabu Group has acquired ICON Inks, increasing its international footprint. The move will extend Marabu’s product portfolio and further strengthen customer service and centricity.

Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced the UK/EMEA availability of its 566 Series of Digital Imaging Inks, designed specifically for use in Oki™ Colorpainter M-64 LCIS Digital Printers using Oki WX IP6 Inks.

Following its recent launch of neon inks for UV printing, swissQprint now highlights the scope that these fluorescent colours open up. With just two inks, four striking colour variants are possible – Yellow, Pink, Green and Orange – as well as countless applications.

Nazdar Ink Technologies has announced it will be sponsoring and attending the upcoming Partners in Printing 2021 Expo which takes place July 20 - July 22, 2021 at La Crosse Convention Center in Wisconsin. At the biennial event, Nazdar will be showcasing the strength and depth of its ink solutions including new digital inks compatible with most Mimaki UV inkjet printers, screen inks and narrow web solutions for a wide range of applications.

Flint Group Packaging Inks and its recently acquired partner, Poteet Printing Systems, have announced they will be exhibiting at SuperCorrExpo® 2021 on August 8-12, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.