Print Finishing
This section focuses on print finishing including binding, folding and cutting, coatings, digital enhancement, mail prep and other applications. The section features news and analysis relative to finishing technologies and workflow strategies for short- and long-run printing. It will also follow developments among suppliers to the industry and manufacturers using post-press technologies.
Commentary & Analysis
Hunkeler Innovationdays: More Important Than Ever!
Frank Mallozzi’s Journey Back to the Print Industry with Konica Minolta
Finish with Finesse and Flair: Embellishment for Offset (Part 2)
Debating the Case for Standards in Digital Print Embellishments
Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025 Preview
Finish with Finesse and Flair: Embellishment for Offset (Part 1)
Cereus Graphics Quietly Steals the Show
The Case For Standards In Digital Print Embellishments
Binding and Finishing: Don’t Miss the Innovations
TECHNOLOGY OUTLOOK: BINDING & FINISHING—Müller Martini Reports Progress in Merger with Hunkeler
TECHNOLOGY OUTLOOK: BINDING & FINISHING—The Practical Guide to Mail Finishing Equipment Solutions
TECHNOLOGY OUTLOOK: BINDING & FINISHING—Your Practical Guide to Researching Book Finishing
News
The Next Generation in High-volume Mail Production
Konica Minolta Announces Partnership with Taktiful
Warwick Publishing Co. Expands into Wide Format Market with Investment in Kongsberg Technology
Novus Graphic Solutions Maximizes Productivity and Quality with Kongsberg C24 Edge Investment
Free Download: 2025 Color-Logic Calendar Showcases Stunning Embellishments
Scodix and PEAC Solutions Announce Partnership to Power Expanded MAAS Offering
Flexa and ColorGATE Strengthen Partnership with New Software Update
Push Solutions Supercharges Productivity with New Kongsberg C64 and automated Feeder
Video
Taktiful Tuesdays! Frank Mallozzi Leads Konica Minolta’s Industrial Print Revolution
Welcome back to another engaging episode of Taktiful Tuesdays! In this installment, host Eric Vessels sits down with his longtime friend Frank Mallozzi, the President of Konica Minolta’s Industrial Print and Production (IPP) Group. This conversation takes you on a journey through Frank’s unexpected return to the industry and his mission to drive innovation in the world of industrial printing. Watch Video
Fujifilm’s Andrew Gunn on Amplify Print
FSEA’s Jeff Peterson talks with Fujifilm’s Andrew Gunn about the upcoming Amplify Print finishing and embellishment event, coming June 10–12, 2025, to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill. Watch Video
Taktiful Tuesdays! Democratizing Digital Embellishment: A Conversation with Andrew Gunn of Fujifilm
Ready to see what’s next for digital print? In this episode of Taktiful Tuesdays, Eric Vessels, CXO at Taktiful, sits down with Andrew Gunn of Fujifilm to pull back the curtain on the evolving world of digital embellishment. Curious about how to move beyond CMYK, unlock new ROI opportunities, and truly stand out from the competition? Andrew shares insights on the cutting-edge Revoria lineup, Fujifilm’s Aspire program, and the power of industry collaboration. Watch Video
Hunkeler Innovationdays Is Closer Than You Think!
Hunkeler Innovationdays (HID) is one of the most unique and valuable events for print service suppliers to see firsthand the premier inkjet manufacturers and their equipment in application configurations. Watch Video
Taktiful Tuesdays Episode 2: Digital Embellishments, Standards, and Tacos with Richard Romano!
In this exciting episode of Taktiful Tuesdays, Eric Vessels, Chief Experience Officer at Taktiful, chats with Richard Romano, Managing Editor at WhatTheyThink, about the future of digital embellishments and the critical need for industry standards. They dive into the evolution of digital embellishments; challenges face printers such as selling, pricing, and educating customers; the importance of creating universal standards for gloss, foil, embossing, and more; and insights from Taktiful and WhatTheyThink’s groundbreaking industry surveys. And of course, they redefine “Taco Tuesday” as “Taktiful Tuesdays” Watch Video
Digital Embellishment Show Panel Debates the Case for Standards
In this follow-up to the widely-discussed article, “The Case for Standards in Digital Embellishments,” the first-ever panel on The Digital Embellishment Show dives deep into the pressing need for standardization in the digital print embellishment industry. Host Kevin Abergel and moderator Eric Vessels are joined by an all-star panel featuring Sabine Lenz (PaperSpecs), Sean Roberts (Konica Minolta USA), and Ryan Moskun (Harris & Bruno International). Together, they debate how the lack of consistent terminology, quality control measures, and design standards creates confusion and hinders adoption across the industry. Watch Video
Business Update: Plockmatic Celebrates its 50th Anniversary at PRINTING United
In this video sponsored by the Plockmatic Group, Jakob Ekeberg, Vice President of Product Management, talks about the company’s growth strategies and new products on display at PRINTING United. Watch Video
Demystifying Digital Embellishments with Bryar McDonald, TUI Total Solutions
Join host Kevin Abergel in this enlightening episode of The Digital Embellishment Show as he chats with Bryar McDonald, Production Specialist at TUI Total Solutions—a family-owned Xerox dealer based in Central Florida. Discover how TUI evolved from a copier repair company into a pioneer in digital print embellishments. Watch Video
Who is Konica Minolta's New Digital Embellishment Guru Sean Roberts?
In this special episode of the Digital Embellishment Show, host Kevin Abergel introduces you to Sean Roberts, the newly appointed National Director for Digital Embellishment at Konica Minolta US. Join us as we explore Sean’s impressive background, his passion for innovation, and his vision for the future of digital embellishments in the printing industry. Watch Video
Business Update: Duplo at PRINTING United
In this video sponsored by Duplo, President and CEO Rick Salinas shows off the Duplo DSM-1000 B2 platen die-cutting system, on display at last month's PRINTING United. Watch Video
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