Industry News NEWS IN BRIEF
The print industry has continued to experience strong and steady growth despite confidence being negative within the industry, according to the BPIF. The latest numbers from the organisation’s Printing Outlook survey have been released explaining that output and order levels have seen growth as forecasted in the year’s second quarter. Very Displays has added Mesh Fence Banners and the A1 Black Spring Poster Frame to its product portfolio. Antalis is launching F-Jet Natural Fibers from Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives, an innovative solution that redefines short-term indoor advertising by offering a more sustainable alternative to traditional monomeric films. Digidelta has announced the worldwide availability of Decal Dot Matrix, a bubble-free 100-micron self-adhesive monomeric vinyl for use in short-term indoor applications. With the launch of its films, print PP MR L-UV and print PP MR L-UV air-matrix, Neschen has expanded its range of PVC-free materials for the large-format printing market. These products are specifically designed to meet the growing demand for alternatives to monomeric PVC films – particularly for use in event graphics, trade shows, and indoor signage. Drytac has launched Polar HiGrab Air, a new white matte monomeric high-grab self-adhesive vinyl, in the UK. Polar HiGrab Air has been designed for tough-to-adhere-to surfaces and is ideal for short-term applications. VB Media now offers customers platform-level integration with Xero, QuickBooks and Sage accounting software, as well as the shopVOX business management solution. Sign Trade Supplies has introduced a new high-performance adhesive for the signage industry. STYKRA 360 is a crystal-clear, structural MMA glue that delivers strong, reliable bonds across the full range of materials used in modern sign making, without the heat that can cause ripples or warping on sign faces. PrintMax Econ by Spartech is a new high impact polystyrene printing media engineered to deliver value and performance across a broad range of printing applications.
Two new flatbed printers from swissQprint
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he Topi 5 and Oryx 5 are two new flatbed models from swissQprint tailored
to users with high quality requirements and small to medium volumes.
Topi 5 is a 3.2x2m flatbed printer capable of producing up to 126m sq/hr. Oryx 5 is its 2.5m wide counterpart with an output of up to 114m sq/hr, 26% more than the Oryx 4. Both machines facilitate versatility – not least thanks to a roll-to-roll option – and are highly precise.
The Topi 5 and Oryx 5 complete the Generation 5 line-up that was launched in January.
Carmen Eicher, chief of sales and marketing officer at swissQprint, said: “With the new, harmonised overall range, we have a tailor-made solution for every size of business, with Topi and Oryx being aimed at users with high quality standards and small to medium print volumes.” For those with higher-volume needs, swissQprint offers the Impala, Nyala and Kudu flatbed models with outputs up to 341m sq/hr.
All models in the Gen 5 line-up feature 10 freely configurable colour channels for maximum versatility, for example by using neon, orange, varnish or primer. Precision and print quality are also top-notch, with a maximum resolution of
WOO 2026 Annual Congress to come to London
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The congress will begin on June 3 with a drinks reception, followed by two full days of world-class speakers and interactive sessions.
The Annual WOO Global Awards will be presented on June 4 with the prestigious
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he 2026 World Out of Home Organization Annual Congress will be held in London from June
The Topi 5 and Oryx 5
New 25,000sq ft US print facility for swissQprint
swissQprint’s new US offices
swissQprint has released pictures of its newly proposed US offices as it looks to grow its presence in the region. The new facility will enhance the company’s ability to serve customers and showcase its technology. It is situated on three acres within West Dundee, Illinois, located 10 minutes closer to Chicago O’Hare airport than the current premises.
It spans 24,7780sq ft, featuring a 4,757sq ft showroom and hospitality area, a training centre, and a 2,192sq ft area for machine refurbishment and service.
1,350dpi. swissQprint has built the flatbed Generation 5 on a whole new foundation, with features such as state-of-the-art linear drives that deliver precision and speed. Both flatbed printers are available to purchase right now.
personal awards presented at the Gala Dinner that evening.
WOO president, Tom Goddard, said: “After seven years of energetic globe- trotting since the formation of WOO in 2019 it will be timely to return to one of the traditional homes of the Out of Home industry next year. Our 2025 Annual Congress in Mexico City was a massive success with some 600 delegates from 58 countries and we hope and expect that London 2026 will be another record-breaking event.”
Registration will open in November.
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