Epson receives EcoVadis platinum status

Epson has been awarded platinum status for corporate social responsibility by the independent organisation EcoVadis. The platinum rating, which was introduced in 2020, shows that Epson is one of the top one percent of companies in its industry and that the Group operates at the highest level in the areas of the environment, sustainable procurement, labour and human rights and ethics.

Signage takes the floor – Opportunity for promotional floor graphics looking up as we all look down?

Weve certainly experienced our fair share of challenges in 2020, but this unprecedented year has also allowed some new and unexpected business opportunities to emerge. In the signage industry, weve seen an increase in demand for directional signage, protective screens and graphics explaining government health guidelinesbut these signs are not always installed at eye level.

DS Printech China to debut this week, providing onsite and online business exchange opportunities

From 28 – 30 October, the inaugural DS Printech China will host around 200 exhibitors, representing over 400 brands, in hall 10 at the brand-new Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. The fair will feature an array of concurrent events to encourage the digital and screen printing industry to regather and recover from the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

Contex sets record with worlds fastest CIS scanner series

Contex introduces the IQ Quattro X, the 5th-generation Contex CIS scanner series. The IQ Quattro X is an essential scanner for reprographic shops, the AEC community, and businesses that require scanning accuracy with technical drawings and other large format documents, especially at high volume. The Energy Star-compliant IQ Quattro X series comes in 36- and 44-inch widths, and is immediately available from resellers worldwide.

FESPA launches Coffee Break

FESPA is launching a new Coffee Break webinar series bringing together industry experts to share knowledge and business advice and answer questions from printers on topics including process control, software, automation and sustainability. Hosted online by FESPA Technical Support Manager Graeme Richardson-Locke, the free webinar series begins on 20th October at 11am BST, with subsequent episodes taking place every two weeks. Each webinar will last approximately 40 minutes, including a Q&A session.

Greater production versatility enabled by extended gamut Ricoh Pro L5100e Series

Ricoh has opened up an array of print production opportunities for Print Service Providers (PSPs) and graphic arts display specialists. The option of orange and green inks for its Ricoh Pro L5160e and Ricoh Pro L5130e extended gamut latex large format printers allows the accurate reproduction of a wider range of Pantone and brand colours.

Friday 16. October 2020

Cal Poly Students Use Graphic Communication Skills to Promote COVID Safety Measures

As the coronavirus pandemic progressed during the spring quarter at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Facilities Operations Executive Director Jude Fledderman started thinking about posting signs on campus to help people safely navigate the campus in the age of COVID-19. At the same time, University Graphic Systems (UGS), the Graphic Communication Departments student-run printing and design operation, was brainstorming how to keep their business running during the pandemic.