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Profiles in Print Thysse
Profiles in Print
Thysse (Madison, Wisconsin)

 

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Profiles in Print Colorchrome
Profiles in Print
Colorchrome (Atlanta, Georgia)

 

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DCG ONE (Seattle, Washington)

 

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Transforming the Packaging World: A Discussion with BOBST CEO Jean-Pascal

Jean-Pascal Bobst, CEO of BOBST, shares his company's vision for revolutionizing the packaging industry. He outlines the strategic pillars of digitization, connectivity, automation and sustainability. Jean-Pascal discusses the digitization and automation of machines, starting from PDF files and the shift towards selling machines with performance-driven service contracts. He also talks about partnerships for sustainability and new technologies, and the company's plans for future software-driven solutions. Watch Video

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The Success and Sustainability of Landa Digital Printing

Cary Sherburne welcomes Benny Landa, founder and Gil Oron, CEO, Landa Digital. Benny Landa shares the company's journey, its technology and commitment to customer satisfaction. He highlights the importance of sustainability, discussing their solar energy and nano pigment initiatives. Benny also compares digital and traditional offset printing, emphasizing the former's benefits like reduced waste and carbon footprint. The future of Landa Printing is also discussed, with plans for expansion and a cloud-based network. Watch Video

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Emily Schultz on What's Next in Commercial Print, Direct Mail and Packaging

Emily Schultz, Vice President of Sales and Client Services, John Roberts, a Minneapolis-based printing company, discusses their focus on commercial print, direct mail and packaging. She explores equipment options for efficiency and customer service, emphasizing their expertise in digital printing, data analytics and personalized direct mail. Key topics include sustainability, automation and AI, with a focus on data analysis, reducing human intervention and AI for content creation. Watch Video

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Exploring Canon's Innovations: Hans Schmidbauer at drupa

Cary Sherburne chats with Hans Schmidbauer, European Marketing Director at Canon. They discuss Canon's participation at Drupa, unveil a new product and underscore the advantages of sheet-fed inkjet technology. Watch Video

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Asahi Photoproducts' Sustainable Solutions

Cary Sherburne interviews Dieter Niederstadt from Asahi Photoproducts about their robust sustainability program. They discuss Asahi's journey towards carbon neutrality and efforts to minimize their environmental impact. The talk emphasizes the shift in customer concerns towards CO2 emissions and sustainability. Ashi's plan to transition customers to sustainable solutions and their partnership with ESKO and Kongsberg in developing a streamlined plate production process are also discussed. Watch Video

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The Future of Digital Printing with Canon

Cary Sherburne talks with Hans Schmidbauer about the potential of digital print, the integration of technologies, and the future of digital printing. The tactile experience of books is highlighted, and viewers are encouraged to explore Canon's offerings at the drupa exhibition. Watch Video

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Müller Martini: Company History, Acquisitions, and drupa Presence

Cary Sherburne talks with Bruno Müller, CEO of Müller Martini, about the company's journey, its emphasis on print media, and its recent acquisition of Hunkeler. This acquisition is a strategic move to leverage the strengths of both companies. He talks about the upcoming Hunkeler Innovationdays, highlighting the need to preserve the Hunkeler brand. The company's participation at drupa is also discussed, including their booth details and systems on display. Watch Video

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Exploring China's Printing Industry: Trends, Growth Drivers and Future Outlook

Ivy Zhou, Managing Partner, Shanghai Realscheme Management Consulting Co., Ltd talks about the dynamics of China's printing industry. She discusses the industry's growth and future outlook. Watch Video

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Ultimate Tech Software Solutions for the Print Industry

Julie Watson, CEO, Ultimate Tech stops by the drupa daily studio to dig into the company's software solutions that simplify finishing for the print industry. She also discusses the significance of automation, efficient workflow organization, starting on a small scale, and planning with the end in mind. Watch Video

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Fujifilm's Inkjet Innovations: An Interview with CEO Steve Billow

Cary Sherburne interviews Steve Billow, CEO, Fujifilm Dimatix , about their industrial inkjet print heads, including the new SKYFIRE 600 and how important innovation is with inkjet print heads. They confabulate Fujifilm's partnerships with printer OEMs and future innovation plans. Watch Video

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Adobe's Support for Print and Future Opportunities in Machine Learning

Cary Sherburne, talks with Mark Lewiecki, Senior Product Manager, Adobe about Adobe's support for print, the Adobe PDF print engine, and its use in textiles. He discusses Adobe's history and the vision of its founders. They also touch on future opportunities in machine learning and AI, and sustainability and automation. Watch Video

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Keeping the Show Floor Informed: An Interview with Felix Kastell from Schaffrath

Felix Kastell, Order Manager, Schaffrath, talks about their collaboration on the drupa daily publication, explore the printing process and discuss Schaffrath's company profile. Felix's role and current trends in the printing industry are also highlighted. Schaffrath is based in Geldern, Germany. Watch Video

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Inspiring the Future of Production Print with Canon

Jennifer Kolloczek, EMEA Planning, Marketing & Innovation Senior Director Canon, talks about the highlights of drupa. She discusses 'The Core' concept, the role of inspiration and technology in imaging, and the significance of personalization and brand relevance. She explores print's impact on publishing, retail and consumer behavior, emphasizing the importance of data-driven personalization and education for brands. Watch Video

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IMPACK's Role in Advancing Folder Gluers and Automation

Cary Sherburne talks with Mathieu Tremblay, Deputy General Manager, IMPACK, about the company's contributions to enhancing folder gluers. They delve into the increasing need for automation due to labor shortages and speculate on the future of fully automatic processes. IMPACK is based in Hall 11 at drupa. Watch Video

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Ricoh's Next Innovations: An Interview with Eef de Ridder

Cary Sherburne talks to Eef de Ridder, Vice President Graphic Communications Group EMEA, Ricoh Europe about his experience at drupa. They delve into Ricoh's new toner and inkjet solutions, the shift from offset to digital and the groundbreaking Pro Z75 sheetfed inkjet solution. They also discuss the successful collaboration with Heidelberg in the digital workflow transition. Watch Video

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A Journey from Print to AI-Driven Automation with Dalim Software

Carol Werle, CEO, and Tim D'Elia, Product Strategy Director, Dalim Software visit the drupa daily studio. They discuss the company's history and evolution into print and workflow automation, development, and future direction, which includes automation, AI, and empowering non-experts. They also discuss their onboarding process and the collaboration between AI and humans, emphasizing the cautious use of AI and the continued need for human involvement. Watch Video

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Konica Minolta's Innovations at drupa and Future Developments with Olaf Lorenz

Olaf Lorenz, General Manager, Brand Experience Division, Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe, provides an overview of the company, its presence at drupa, and key highlights like the industry 5.0 concept and the AccurioJet 60000 inkjet product. He emphasizes on automation and efficiency to address labor shortages and reduce human errors. Lorenz also shares insights on future developments, including the integration of AI and expansion into the packaging market with design software solutions. Watch Video

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Through Fresh Eyes: Cal Poly Graphic Communications Students on Their First drupa Visit

Cary Sherburne talks with Katie Pomerleau, Senior, and Zach Ramirez, Freshman, students in Cal Poly's Graphic Communications program. They share their reasons for choosing the program, their experiences and their insights from working in a production environment. They also discuss attending the drupa trade fair, understanding the global perspective of the industry and exploring various career options. Watch Video

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drupa 2024: New Technologies and Sustainability Initiatives

Cary Sherburne talks with Pat McGrew, Managing Director, McGrew Group as they dive into drupa 2024, tracing its history and the evolution of the industry. They spotlight the event's emphasis on new technologies, sustainability and recycling. They also touch on advancements in flexography, UN global sustainability initiatives and the need to vocalize sustainability efforts. Watch Video

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Innovative Packaging Solutions by Antopack

Cary Sherburne talks with George Antoniou, CEO, Antopack, a leader in the packaging industry. George unveils their revolutionary production process that enables the creation of corrugated products in under five minutes. This method minimizes the need for multiple machines, conserves space and requires fewer operators. Antopack's Optimum solution promises quicker market delivery, cost efficiency and environmental advantages. Watch Video

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