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The shift towards short-run, versatile and on-demand printing continues with Officeworks partnering with Konica Minolta Australia to offer same day print services, using AccurioPress C4080 SRA3 digital toner presses, with finishing.

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 Australian-based Rip and software developer Serendipity Software, founded by Peter Skarpetis over 30 years ago, has introduced all-RGB and spot colour colour workflow, with conversion for CMYK++ printing at last minute. This preserves RGB gamuts much loved by professional photographers and colour-critical designers, especially in packaging, POS and display advertising.

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The cost of ink for inkjet printers has long been in the spotlight. Some printers (not Epson's), with small capacity tri-colour cartridges contain ink that can cost as much as AUD$15,000 per litre. You read that right - ask Techradar.com. Using Epson's high capacity ink bottles can work out at around AUD$264 per litre or less. No wonder over 100 million people have installed them.

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LIA Victoria held its final technical event for 2024 last Thursday 7th November, with 38 guests warmly welcomed to Marvel Bookbinding & Print Finishing in West Heidelberg, Melbourne for a tour of the world-class plant.

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On 9th November 1989, one of the darkest eras of European - indeed World - history came to an end, when the Berlin Wall started to be dismantled, leading to the re-unification of Germany as a free, democratic and progressive nation. Amidst the confusion and sometimes chaos that followed, a materials company owned by the former GDR state, doggedly pursued its independence and position in the newfound free world. Orafol was thus re-born.

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Doming, where a '3D' clear and durable resin is applied to labels, decals and products, was very popular in the 1980s and 90s and is making a strong comeback, driven by Liquid Lens of the USA - represented in Australia by GJS.

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Fujifilm Holdings has joined another Japanese imaging giant, Canon, in reporting very positive financial results, but for the Japanese Financial Year first half whereas Canon follows calendar year reporting and recently posted excellent Q3 results. However, most of Fujifilm's growth came from Electronics and Semiconductors.

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At the ALL4Pack expo in Paris, France from November 4th to 7th, RISO showed Intelliglide - a very interesting product for short-run cartons, boxes and logistics packaging. It was previewed at drupa on the ToshibaTec stand. RISO acquired ToshibaTec's printhead business earlier this year.

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HP has announced the launch of its HP Latex FS50 and FS60 3.2metre series, and the upcoming, Nov. 11th general availability of Live Production features announced at the drupa expo in June.

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Caldera, a leading developing of software solutions for the large-format printing industry, has announced the release of CalderaRIP Version 18, the latest major upgrade to its RIP software. This new version introduces a wide range of features and enhancements designed to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and improve print quality for professional printers.

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Canon Inc. has released its financial results for the 3rd quarter of 2024, reflecting strong growth across its key business segments, with the printing division continuing to dominate as a major contributor, with more than twice the sales of imaging/photographics.

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Printing on metals has traditonally been challenging in terms of colour consistency. New Monobloc Libraries in PantoneLIVE enable consistent Pantone color standards on aerosols, aluminum tubes, cartridges, felt pen cases etc.

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A reminder to book into ASGA's webinar to be held on Thursday 14th November in collaboration with Choice Energy. It's free but registration is required. Details below.

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Summa, the precision cutting technology manufacturer represented here by Pozitive, has announced the release of the L1810 Gen 2.6 laser cutter, an advanced textile cutting solution that, says Summa, redefines efficiency and performance.

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Karren Challoner-Miles has been appointed Executive General Manager of trade association Visual Connections - the Association of mainly suppliers to the Print, Signage and Graphic Arts industry. The announcement was made on Monday November 4th and is effective immediately.

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Xerox Holdings Corp (NASDAQ: XRX) reported a fiscal third-quarter 2024 sales decline of 7.5% year-on-year to $1.53 billion, missing the analyst consensus of $1.63 billion. This was the company’s seventh consecutive quarter of revenue missing the expectations.

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We need more fun in our industry - and Women in Print is leading the way. The recent Melbourne Print & Prosecco night exuded a great entertaining and fun spirit - happy people make happy and successful companies and organisations. Well done ladies!

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The Visual Media Association (VMA) has announced the return of the National Print Awards (NPA) in 2025, marking the return of Australia’s premier print and visual media accolades. The last NPAs - the 39th - were held during the Covid-affected PacPrint 2022. Extra celebrations are scheduled for the 40th Anniversary.

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Pozitive sign & graphic supplies, a trusted supplier of wide-format printers, materials, and solutions to the signage and print industry across Australia, has announced its November relocation to a brand-new facility at Emu Plains, NSW, close to Penrith and the Blue Mountains.

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Reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement of products, Epson has won no less than six 2024 Good Design Awards for printers and an auto colour chart reading portable table. Good Design Awards are presented annually for designs that benefit and enrich our lives and society.

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The 2024 FESPA Australia Annual Conference concluded with resounding success, delivering a thought-provoking experience to the record number of attendees who gathered under this year's powerful theme: Transform, Inspire, Lead.