Editions   North America | Europe | Magazine

WhatTheyThink

Wide-Format & Signage

This section of WhatTheyThink focuses on emerging trends in wide-format printing. It identifies new business opportunities and provides strategic analysis of new applications, technology, and events.

Growth in Shopping and Dining Drive Opportunities in Wide Format

Heidi Tolliver-Walker looks at two of the biggest markets for wide-format graphics: retail and dining. Read More

Flyerline Schweiz AG Installs New HP Large Format 2700 Printer

At drupa 24, HP announced that Flyerline Schweiz signed a deal for a new HP Latex 2700 printer. Read More

Fujifilm Collaborates with ColorBase to Profile Premium Media for the Acuity Prime Hybrid

At drupa 24, Fujifilm announced its collaboration with ColorBase, a partnership that will see ColorBase profiling a selection of premium print material to support companies that have invested in the Acuity Prime Hybrid printer. Read More

Print on Walls with WallPen

Ralf Schlözer looks at a unique exhibitor at drupa 24: WallPen, which has developed a dervice for printing directly on walls. Read More

Arizona 2300 FLXflow—Streamlining Your Flatbed Printing Production

In this article, sponsored and written by Canon, learn about the advantages of Canon’s FLXflow technology that streamlines production on the Arizona flatbed printer. Read More

Global First: Fujifilm and Barberán Announce First Sale of New HS Series Single-Pass Inkjet Platform, with Deal Agreed on the Barberán Stand at drupa 2024

At drupa, Linney, a full-service UK-based marketing agency, became the first company in the world to invest in the new, ultra-high productivity, single-pass HS Series developed in partnership by Fujifilm and Barberán. Read More

Advanced New Robotics and Next Generation Digital Cutting Technology Revealed by Kongsberg PCS

In this article, sponsored and written by Kongsberg Precision Systems, the company describes the new technologies the company showed for the first time at drupa 24, including the new Kongsberg Ultimate. It also looks to the future of automation. Read More

Table Talk: New Options for Display Graphics Cutting and Finishing

A round up of some of the latest wide-format cutting table product introductions. Read More

Looking Beyond Commercial Print with Mimaki

Mimaki is looking beyond the traditional paper-based print applications. Ralf Schlözer reports from Mimaki's drupa 24 press conference. Read More

The Display Graphics Evolution: Roland DG

This is the second in a series of articles that looks at the evolution of display graphics equipment manufacturers and their portfolios. Up next: Roland DG. Read More

Highlights from FESPA 2024—Sign and Display Printers

European section editor Ralf Schlözer rounds up some wide-format product launches and announcements made at the FESPA Global Print Expo, held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, March 19–22. Read More

And the Awards Go To…The Winners of This Year’s FASTSIGNS Project of the Year

FASTSIGNS Hattiesburg (Miss.) took top honors as this year’s FASTSIGNS Project of the Year. FASTSIGNS Syracuse (N.Y.) and FASTSIGNS San Diego (Cal.) were this year’s runners-up. Read More

News

Infinity Images Upgrades to swissQprint Kudu

WhatTheyThink’s Technology Outlook Week Tag Teams Display Graphics & Signage and Textiles & Apparel

RELYCO Approved to Provide Durable REVLAR Material for New Jersey Temporary License Plates

Promo Direct Announces Range of Customizable Giveaways for Healthcare Workers

Drytac: Avoiding Heat-Related Issues when Installing and Maintaining Window Graphics

Roland DGA Partners with Vastex to Offer Value-Packed Direct-to-Film Printing Bundle

Roland DG EU-1000MF High-Volume UV Flatbed Printer Now Supports VersaWorks 6 RIP Software

Promo Direct Unveils Exciting Range of Golf-Themed Giveaways for National Golf Month

WhatTheyThink Webinar Explores How the FASTSIGNS Co-Brand Program Helps Print Businesses of All Kinds Succeed

Epson SureColor P20570 64-Inch Fine Art Printer Now Available

Xeikon Expands Approved Wallpaper Substrates with Kernow Coatings' Innovative Media

MUTOH America Introduces the XpertJet 1462UF’s New Single-Pass ADA Build-Up and CMYK Feature to Boost Your Profit Margins

FASTSIGNS® Utah Invests in Kongsberg Technology to Drive Efficiency, Accuracy and Scalability

Hemlock Display Acquires Colortec Creative Print Solutions

HP Production Coroplus Board Wins 2024 Pinnacle Product Award!

Encore EMEA Purchases a Mimaki JFX200-2513 EX UV LED Flatbed Printer from CMYUK

Sustained Success: Make UV-LED Printing the Future of your Prints and the Planet!

Epson to Showcase Advanced Large Format GIS Technical Printing Solutions at ESRI User Conference

Nyala Flatbed Plays Pivotal Role in Trylea’s Expansion Plans

Arcus Printers Releases Leviathan Grand Format Dye-Sublimation Printer for Exceptional Wide-Format Signage Production

More News

Video

Booth Tour: Durst at drupa 2024
Booth Tour: Durst at drupa 2024

Christian Harder, Vice President of Sales and Andrea Riccardi, Head of Product Management, Graphics, Durst, provide a tour of the Durst booth at drupa which features the P5 SMP (super multi-pass). Watch Video

Booth Tour: Canon USA's Large Format Systems
Booth Tour: Canon USA's Large Format Systems

In this video, sponsored by Canon, Rich Reamer, Canon’s Senior Director, Product Marketing and Planning, Large Format Systems, conducts a booth tour at April’s ISA Sign Expo, highlighting Canon’s wide-format and display graphics production solutions. Watch Video

Booth Tour: Massivit at drupa 2024
Booth Tour: Massivit at drupa 2024

Erez Zimerman, CEO and Avi Cohen, VP Sales & Marketing, Massivit take us on a tour of the Massivit booth at drupa 2024. Watch Video

Promoting Diversity and Sustainability in the Industry: A Conversation with Danna Drion
Promoting Diversity and Sustainability in the Industry: A Conversation with Danna Drion

Danna Drion, General Manager Mimaki Europe, talks about the importance of workplace diversity, sustainability and the role of women in the industry. She highlights the need for balance, inclusion and collaboration, as seen in their partnership with Tiny Miracles. Watch Video

Exploring Fujifilm's Digital Printing Innovations with Keita Yamamuro
Exploring Fujifilm's Digital Printing Innovations with Keita Yamamuro

Cary Sherburne sits down with Keita Yamamuro, Senior Group Manager for Digital Printing, Fujifilm, at drupa. They talk about Fujifilm's digital and wide-format printing businesses, new ink technology and packaging opportunities. Watch Video

HP's Daniel Martinez at drupa
HP's Daniel Martinez at drupa

David Zwang talks with Daniel Martinez, Global Head and General Manager, HP Large Format at drupa about markets HP is focusing on with potential for growth: décor, retail and backlit textiles. Watch Video

Exploring HP Large Format: Evolution, Innovation, and Applications
Exploring HP Large Format: Evolution, Innovation, and Applications

David Zwang and Michael Boyle, Senior Vice President of HP Large Format, delve into the evolution and scope of HP Large Format. They discuss the changing landscape of large format sign and display technologies, the continuous improvement of media innovation, and the power of HP's latex technology. They also highlight the industrial applications of HP's technology, its flexibility, and HP's dedication to artwork and creativity. Watch Video

Mimaki's Dedication to Automation
Mimaki's Dedication to Automation

Arjen Evertse, General Sales Manager for Mimaki, previews the focus of the Mimaki booth at drupa: automation to help companies reduce waste. Watch Video

More Video

Wide-Format & Signage Section Editor
David Zwang
Richard Romano
Richard has written about graphic communication hardware and software trends for the past 25 years.

Articles by Richard Romano | Contact
Submit news to [email protected]

WhatTheyThink is the official show daily media partner of drupa 2024. drupa Event Coverage | drupa daily programs