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Antalis becomes chosen reseller for Vivid Laminating Technologies
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ntalis has announced a new partnership with Vivid, becoming a chosen
reseller for the manufacturer’s market-leading range of laminating and finishing systems. The agreement strengthens Antalis’ hardware and finishing portfolio, enabling customers to access Vivid’s comprehensive range of laminators and finishing solutions, alongside Antalis’ extensive media portfolio and technical support. Chris Green, visual communications director for Antalis, said: “Our partnership with Vivid means we can now offer a complete solution, pairing the right laminating and finishing technology with the right media and support customers with expert advice at every stage.
“Vivid’s reputation for leading, innovative systems makes them a perfect fit for Antalis and our customers.”
The range available through Antalis includes:
Vivid Easymount now available at Antalis
• Single and double-sided thermal systems: Designed for fast, high-quality lamination and premium digital embellishments on short-run print.
• Wide-format laminating machinery: Ideal for heavy-duty mounting and encapsulation across signage, graphics, and display work.
Richard Marlow, sales director for Vivid Laminating Technologies, said: “We’re delighted to appoint Antalis as a reseller for Vivid.
“Antalis brings deep market knowledge, a strong team and an established customer base across commercial print and display graphics. Together, we can offer printers and sign makers a powerful combination of high performance equipment, quality media and expert support.”
Mimaki celebrates triple EDP Award win at FESPA 2026
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imaki Europe was presented with three EDP Awards at the association’s 2026 ceremony,
held at FESPA Global Print Expo. The first of Mimaki’s three wins was for the UJ330H-160, the company’s
latest hybrid UV inkjet printer, which was developed for sign makers and print service providers. Danna Drion, general manager, marketing and product management, Mimaki Europe, said: “Winning three EDP Awards is significant recognition for the technical excellence of our innovations, but above all, we’re proud of what these technologies enable our customers to achieve.” Mimaki’s UJF-7151 plusII e was
Danna Drion (R) accepted three EDP Awards 2026 on behalf of Mimaki during FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, pictured with Jean Poncet (L)
| 6 | July/August 2026
awarded by the EDP for direct to object printing. The printer combines high-resolution UV-LED output with the ability to print directly onto a wide range of objects and materials. Completing the trio, the TS330-1800 was recognised in textile roll-to-roll printing, which is designed for modern sublimation textile and apparel production.
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