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Graphic designers find it nearly impossible to incorporate variable data in a foil area to be overprinted with CMYK inks, because a separate white ink mask must be created manually for each data variation.

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In a statement made via the ASX today, HGL Limited today announces Createc Pty Limited, a 50% joint venture company in the printing sector, has sold its business and most of its assets to Neopost Australia.

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HVG Graphics Media continue to expand their REVolution 4000 series with REV4108 Platinum films.

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According to a new market research report “Large Format Printer Market by Print Width (17” to 72” and above), Ink Type (Aqueous, Solvent, UV-Cured, Latex and Dye-Sublimation), Application (Apparels, Signage, Advertising, Tile Murals, and CAD), and Geography - Global Forecast to 2020”, the large format printer market value is expected to reach up to $9 billion at a CAGR of 6.69% from 2014 to 2020.

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Global Graphics, a leading UK developer of software platforms is launching its first ever formal partner program to bring together the ecosystem of software developers whose products are designed to work with the Harlequin RIP.

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he following awards were presented on the Thursday evening at the show. Michael Punch made the following comments on the awards...

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Michael Punch, GM of ASGA has announced the results of the National Wrap Competition and the Trans Tasman Wrap finale, the results are as follows:

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Roland DG Australia was proud to support the industry as platinum sponsor of the Visual Impact Expo last week. Roland DG showcased several new products, continued the 'print for purpose' charity initiative, and provided inspiration to visitors with a wide range of creative applications on display.

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Colorific has released Pro LA inks designed for the HP25500 printer. The Colorific Pro LA inks are filled into original re-manufactured OEM cartridges.

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Canon has partnered with software developer Dinax to introduce dedicated versions of its Mirage professional printing software optimised for the imagePrograf large-format printers.

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Nearly 200 people from more than 150 businesses have attended the first round of Business Briefings for the recently launched Future Print Business Transformation Project, with numbers and feedback indicating that the new project has really hit the mark.

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Mimaki has formed a technical partnership with the Caterham F1 Team, making Mimaki their official technical graphics supplier.

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Spandex Asia Pacific’s Get Adrenalised with ImagePerfect promotion is underway. Until 29th November, all purchases of an ImagePerfect wide format media product $300 or over will attract free entries.

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What a pleasant surprise to see the crowds on the first two days of the show (we did not stay for the 3rd day), especially in view of our survey results that echoed opinions that people wanted a show with at least one weekend day.

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Fujifilm has announced the commercial launch of the Vybrant F1600 at Viscom Paris 2014, France (9th - 11th September), following its preview at FESPA Digital earlier this year.

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It's all about recognising opportunities! Newcastle-based sign manufacturing and design company Owen Signs has announced their decision to invest in the EFI H1625 LED following its Australian debut on the DES stand this year at Visual Impact Sydney.

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Dainippon Screen is pleased to announce that its Truepress Jet W3200UV flatbed printer will be available exclusively through Graphic Art Mart, commencing with the opening day of Visual Impact Sydney on September 9th.

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A busy day with plenty of visitors and lots of new products launched at the show.

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Brad Creighton, National Sales and Marketing Manager for Mimaki Australia took us through the new products and he can be viewed showing off the new machines in the following video. Ryosuke Nakayama (Chris) followed up with more detailed information

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Colour Graphic Service’s David Crowther has completed the certification process for Queensland’s Lotsa Print & Signage to become Mellow Colour ISO 12647 Proficient Printer certified. This makes Peter and Bev Martin’s Port Douglas - based business the only such ISO certified printer north of Brisbane.

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Visirite was originally designed to replace the old traditional solution of putting a banner between 2 star pickets which, as we all know, sag and become unreadable after very little time and a bit of wind.