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MHM introduces new owner H
erbert Ritzer has been announced as the new owner of MHM, bringing the company full circle in a story that began nearly four decades ago. Mr Ritzer began his professional journey at MHM in the early 1980s under Herbert Mayrhofer. As a technician, Mr Ritzer gained first-hand knowledge of the machines and the screen printing market. In 1989, Mr Ritzer founded Mechatronik Kufstein, a company specialising in high-end automation and mechatronics. Now nearly four decades later, MHM and Mechatronik Kufstein have united under one leadership.
Mr Ritzer said: “MHM was my professional starting point, and it’s an honour to now lead the company into its next era. My goal is to build on the strong foundation created by
Herbert Ritzer (centre) pictured with his two sons Christoph and Tobias at FESPA
DecoNetwork rolls out Shopify integration D
ecoNetwork has announced a significant platform update that brings together two powerful feature sets to benefit print and embroidery businesses across the UK. The addition of a Shopify integration and DST file support aim to streamline day-to-day operations while opening the door to greater efficiency, faster fulfilment, and new revenue opportunities.
The Shopify integration offers a practical solution for print shops looking to streamline operations and scale online sales. This feature allows orders placed on standalone Shopify stores to automatically sync with DecoNetwork’s backend, linking product details, artwork, and mockups directly into the production workflow.
By removing the need for manual order entry, decorators can reduce errors, speed up fulfilment, and allocate more time to high-value tasks. Whether
working with influencers, brand partners, or running multiple storefronts, this integration helps unify order management under one roof. It’s a step forward for businesses aiming to grow without adding administrative overhead, especially those operating in fast-paced online retail environments.
Embroidery decorators can now benefit from DecoNetwork’s new support for Data Stitch Tajima files. This update allows businesses to upload and preview DST files directly within the DecoNetwork system, offering greater control over artwork accuracy and production readiness.
This means less time spent switching between systems and fewer errors during the digitisation and approval process. By centralising DST file handling, decorators can move jobs through production faster while maintaining consistent quality. The result is a more efficient workflow that supports higher order volumes, quicker turnaround, and ultimately, greater scalability for embroidery-focused businesses.
DecoNetwork is now integrated with Shopify
| 6 | June 2025
As more garment decorators look to unify their sales channels and simplify production workflows, this update reflects a growing demand for smarter, more connected systems built to support sustainable business growth.
Herbert Mayrhofer while opening new doors for growth and innovation. With the combined strength of MHM and Mechatronik Kufstein, we’re ready to shape the future of industrial printing – together with our customers.” MHM is already working on the next generation of screen printing systems, with a clear focus on automation, and digital integration.
Investment is also being made in the continued development of current machine lines and modular upgrades and enhancements for existing customers. MHM ran into financial difficulties towards the end of 2024 and was listed for sale on November 14. MHM is headquartered in Austria. MHM’s partner in the UK is MHM Direct GB, based in Stanton By Dale, Derbyshire.
Barcelona announced as host city for FESPA 2026
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he annual FESPA Global Print Expo and co-located events will take place at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain from Tuesday, May 19 to Friday, May 22 next year.
Michael Ryan, head of FESPA Global Print Expo, said: “As a peripatetic event, it’s important to us that we are able to connect with our different associations and the regional markets as a whole. We’re excited to see what the city has in store for us and are confident that our visitors will have the opportunity to unveil a wealth of business potential across print, signage, personalisation and sportswear.
“After the cancellation of the 2020 events in Madrid, we’re delighted to be able to return to Southern Europe after 13 years, building on our relations with the Spanish and Portuguese speciality print markets even further.” FESPA Global Print Expo was last hosted at the Fira de Barcelona in 2012. FESPA Global Print Expo co-locates with European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience, and in 2026 will welcome back Sportswear Pro.
• Check out our review of FESPA starting on page 34
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