According to Mimaki, Direct‑to‑Film (DTF) and Direct‑to‑Garment (DTG) each offers its own benefits, and understanding these differences helps determine the most suitable production method for print service providers. What is DTF Printing? The process includes printing a design onto a specialist film followed by a hot‑melt adhesive powder being applied. The printed film is then […]
Comprising an exhibition and dedicated conference programme, Textile – an event dedicated to printed textiles, apparel and decor – is designed for visitors who work with printed textiles including garments, sportswear and interior décor. The event will serve as a concentrated platform for producers of these applications to explore industry trends, see the latest innovations, […]
FESPA has unveiled its new, sleek branding which highlights and reflects its future-focused agenda for the company and the wider print industry. The new branding, launched at the same time as FESPA’s new strapline: ‘Connect, Inspire, Support’, signifies more than a visual change. It is a reflection of FESPA’s purpose: to serve its community, promote […]
Eef de Ridder, Vice President, Graphic Communications Group, Ricoh Europe, looks back at 2024, which was a significant year for online print. He also discusses the printing landscape in 2025 and how print service providers (PSP’s) can adapt to evolving global conditions. 2024 was a historic election year with more than 70 countries taking to […]
FESPA’s long standing awards programme returns in preparation to recognise industry leaders at the co-located FESPA Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience in Berlin, taking place in May 2025. The competition is now open for submissions from speciality print providers and sign makers around the world to showcase their most outstanding projects. […]
Pat McGrew, managing director, McGrewGroup, Inc, and writing for drupa, discusses why workflow automation drives the future of print. For more than 60 years, we have talked about workflow automation, driven by data, to add efficiency, reduce costs, manage labour challenges, and increase margins. In this century, we stepped up the volume, embracing the Fourth […]
Tyler Wells, ISV and Strategic Accounts Partner Manager, Americas, MicroTouch, and writing for Digital Signage Today, says that the next time you’re in a newly renovated airport, train station or other transportation hub, you’ll see new LED departures and arrivals boards updating in real time that travellers can see from any angle. Wayfinding digital signage […]
Ralf Schlözer, technology analyst for the printing industry, and writing for drupa, said that inkjet is unique not only in the breadth of print applications addressed, but also in the range of devices, from inexpensive entry-level solutions to high-end, lights-out production lines. There are now more than eight billion people on this planet. We can […]
John Tschohl of the Service Quality Institute writes that when you use technology and add a personal touch, you will have a winning combination. The purpose of technology for businesses is to improve the customer experience, to make it easy for customers to do business with you. Ninety-eight percent of companies, however, do the opposite. […]
According to John Tschohl of the Service Quality Institute, if you want to drive your business to great heights, you must have a service strategy. Strategy is a powerful tool you can use to gain market share and market dominance. When you develop a customer service strategy, you will crush your competition and grow the […]
