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Cary Sherburne interviews Chris Manley, President, Graphco, at drupa 2024. They talk about Graphco's focus at drupa, including RMGT, Foliant Laminating Equipment, SD Italy and Standard Horizon booths. He also introduces SD Italy's hybrid CNC routing and cutting machines and explains Graphco's 'Unfair Advantage' philosophy. Watch Video
Cary Sherburne talks with Sachiko Suzuki, General Manager, and Kiyoshi Sakata, Senior Group Manager, Fujifilm at drupa 2024. Watch Video
Cary Sherburne and Windell McGill, Digital Launch Manager, BW Converting PCMC, talk about the introduction of the ION: a new hybrid digital press for flexible packaging. They explore the features, modularity, color options and its positive reception at drupa. Watch Video
Fabian Becker, Product Manager, Müeller Martini, talks about Müller's role in automating software in production lines. The company aims to tackle labor shortages through automation and has recently partnered with Hunkeler. They are also looking into implementing AI into their systems and integrating service into their workflow. Watch Video
Johnny Margrave, Account Manager, Conway Machine, shares his experiences at Drupa discusses new gripper bar samples and expanding coverage for different machine models. Conway Machine specializes in aftermarket replacement gripper bars for flatbed die cutting machines. Watch Video
Nick Gawreluk talks with Victor Abergel, Executive Vice President, MGI about the strategic alliance between MGI and Konica Minolta with a focus on their industrial printing and embellishment product line. They discuss the significance of embellishment in the printing industry, offering guidance for companies considering investment. This tête-à-tête also covers market adoption of these solutions, the evolution of inkjet technology and MGI's dedication to innovation. Watch Video
Ronnie Schärer, Head of Product Management, Hunkeler and Ronald Reddmann, Product Manager, Müller Martini talk about the world premiere of the Hunkeler Starbook sheet folder at Müeller Martini booth at drupa. They talk about its benefits, the positive feedback received and the new opportunities it presents. The discussion emphasizes the market needs of flexibility, automation and simplified processes that drive innovation. They also reason on future possibilities for softcover and hardcover book blocks, global perspectives on book publishing, efficiency and sustainability, and the importance of quality and waste reduction. Watch Video
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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