https://printcan.com/rss/news.php PrintCAN RSS en-us Fri, 12 Sep 2025 02:44:16 UTC Fri, 12 Sep 2025 02:42:02 EST http://www.printcan.com info@printcan.com webmaster@northisland.ca https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250910802.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 14:15:09 EST Matrix FoiLabel Foiling  Vivid Laminating Technologies has launch a new reel-to-reel digital foiling system. The company’s new Matrix FoiLabel is said to make premium label embellishment more accessible for all label printers. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250910784.shtml Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:50:16 EST   Focusing on folding cartons, plastic, sleeves and packaging printing. Labelink has announced the acquisition of l’Empreinte, one of the largest privately owned printing companies in Quebec. Founded in 1986 and based in Laval, l’Empreinte employs 110 people and has earned a strong reputation for the quality of its print and packaging solutions. L'Empreinte specialized in publication , marketing , direct-mail and packaging printing. In recent years they have focused on packaging. L'Empreinte  was listed as the 59th largest printer in Canada by Graphic Monthly .  https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250910759.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 13:13:40 EST Pantone colours specifically developed for metal deco inks, brands and aluminum packaging  Sun Chemical and X-Rite Incorporated announce new metal packaging colour libraries in the PantoneLIVE™ digital colour ecosystem. Designed for the beverage sector, these libraries enable accurate visualization and communication of Pantone and brand colours on two-piece aluminum cans with metal deco inks in a matte finish. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250909963.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 18:07:32 EST DX400 series is inkjet printer. Photo reproduction of skin textures and subtle colour.  FUJIFILM Imaging Division, announced the launch of its Frontier DX400W compact inkjet printer (DX400W). The latest addition boasts improvements in printing output, including the addition of two new ink colours, as well as faster image processing/printing times and a smaller overall footprint. Featuring a 250ml high-capacity 6-ink system consisting of C (cyan), M (magenta), Y (yellow), K (black), SB (sky blue) and P (pink), https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250909948.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 17:46:01 EST    The Women in Print Alliance’s membership program, launched in 2024, has quickly grown into a vibrant global network supporting women across all career stages in the print industry. In its second year, the program is expanding benefits for individuals, corporations and students, including exclusive events, workshops and access to a professional member directory. Women in Print Alliance, part of PRINTING United Alliance, is celebrating the anniversary of its special membership program that it launched in 2024. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250909938.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 17:31:15 EST Linda Digital had sold more than 70 presses, including Mitchell Press of Vancouver.  Landa has been saved from bankruptcy after Court approved the purchase of the company by FIMI, Israel’s largest private equity firm. The agreement FIMI has acquired Landa Digital Printing and invested $80m into its operations. FIMI will own 100% of Landa and will continue to employ the majority of its workforce. The court approved the arrangement with Landa and FIMI, https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250909925.shtml Tue, 9 Sep 2025 17:12:44 EST world of print and graphic communications.  Whether you’re in print marketing, print design, print production, or print sales, PrintFM delivers nonstop conversations, inspiration, education and expert insight to keep you entertained and informed about all things print and marketing. Powered by Print Media Centr, PrintFM features curated programming from Podcasts from The Printerverse, including conversations with leaders in printing services, https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250903669.shtml Wed, 3 Sep 2025 11:04:00 EST   Produlith staff in front on their new Komori GL540C Komcan, the Canadian dealer for Komori has installed a new Komori GL540C at Groupe Produlith, of Québec. Complementing the current Komori GLX press. The Komori GL540C is a five colour press with aqueous coater and has a maximum printing speed of 17,200 sheets per hour. Take a paper sheet thicknesses from .0016"-.040". Asynchronous Automatic Plate Changer improves make-ready time to 75 seconds, https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250903637.shtml Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:18:31 EST   Formed out of IBM in 1991, Lexmark was sold to Chinese investors in 2016 for $3.6 billion. Xerox paid $1.5 billion in 2025 Xerox's financial results for it's second quarter were flat. Revenue of $1.58 billion, down 0.1 percent, and 1.1 percent. Net loss of $106 million, declined by $124 million, year-over-year. Adjusted net loss of $(77) million, declined by $118 million, year-over-year, respectively. Adjusted operating margin of 3.7 percent, 170 basis points lower year-over-year. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250903623.shtml Wed, 3 Sep 2025 09:58:03 EST International Paper's Savannah containerboard plant  International Paper announced the closures of two Georgia mills. The company is closing its containerboard mill and packaging facility in Savannah as well as its containerboard mill and timber and lumber facility in Riceboro. The combined changes will result in a net reduction of International Paper’s annual containerboard capacity by one million tons. In 2023 International Paper permanently close its containerboard mill in Orange, Texas and cease production on two of its pulp machines at other sites, reducing capacity by approximately 800,000 tonnes. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250902989.shtml Tue, 2 Sep 2025 18:44:19 EST control and power electronics expertise    Heidelberg has expanded into the defence industry through a new partnership with German specialist Vincorion Advanced Systems. Vincorion specializes in innovative energy systems for safety-critical applications, including military and civilian deployments. Heidelberg and Vincorion have agreed a multi-year cooperation, which could also be expanded in the future. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250902963.shtml Tue, 2 Sep 2025 18:07:51 EST One Open Software Ecosystem.  The Open Software Initiative is a vendor-neutral, modular platform for software that Durst said is “designed to go far beyond Durst systems”. It offers printers, resellers, system integrators, and OEMs access to powerful and flexible modules built on proven Durst software technologies, “allowing seamless integration of third-party solutions – regardless of printer type or manufacturer”. These modules are bundled under the umbrella of ‘Smart Factory’. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250902937.shtml Tue, 2 Sep 2025 17:30:36 EST Conference Sept 24  Fuelling the Future: Ideas That Drive Change Conference Sept 24 Fuelling the Future: Ideas That Drive Change an exciting conference PrintForward is hosting on September 24th. From bold leadership strategies and next-gen education to climate resilience and modern communication, this year’s speaker series delivers insight-packed sessions designed to prepare you and your business for what’s next. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250902922.shtml Tue, 2 Sep 2025 17:08:22 EST Azon Chorus 24"  The new Azon Powder Shaker, developed to bring added precision, automation, and consistency to DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing workflows. The most compact, intelligent, and robust automatic DTF powder shaker in its class.  Its 78 cm-wide chassis is specially designed to fit through standard doors, for studios and print shops of any size. Chorus supporting film widths up to 60 cm (24") and pairing effortlessly with any major DTF printer. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250902894.shtml Tue, 2 Sep 2025 16:28:04 EST Topi 5 is a 3.2×2m printer  SwissQprint has introduced two new entry-level flatbed models aimed at users with high quality requirements and small to medium production volumes. Topi 5 and Oryx 5 complete the Generation 5 line-up that was launched earlier this year. Topi 5 is a 3.2×2m printer capable of producing up to 126sm/hr and is fixed at one row of printheads.The Oryx 5 is a 2.5x2m counterpart with an output of up to 114sqm/hr, 26% more than the discontinued Oryx 4 it replaces.