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MagnaColours encourages screen printers to make the switch
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creen printers are encouraged to make the switch to environmentally sensitive water-based products through a new initiative launched by
The Make the Switch programme sets out a 10-step process, which includes an equipment audit, an invitation to the Magna HQ and product samples and testing. As well as this, participants will benefit from ongoing hands-on, expert help and guidance from Magna. Helen Parry, managing director of MagnaColours, said: “Although more and more screen printers are beginning to use water-based inks, some are still reluctant to make the switch. Weʼve been leading innovation in water-based inks for decades, and our product range is testament to how far water-based alternatives have come, and what theyʼre capable of. “We wanted to use our expertise to guide printers through the switching process, and show them that by taking our 10 manageable steps, they can become more environmentally sustainable. In using the Magna range, printers can also benefit from expert support, reduced energy costs, increased efficiency and a superior finish, so thereʼs no reason not to make the switch.”
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Over the years, the capabilities and performance of water- based inks have progressed considerably, but misconceptions about quality of finish and complexity are still a barrier to some screen printers.
Make the Switch aims to remove the perceived complexity of transitioning from PVC-based inks to more environmentally friendly water-based alternatives. Magna will help ensure that printers have the suitable equipment and facilities, provide them with samples of Magnaʼs product range and the knowhow on getting the very best results. After the 10-step process is complete, Magna will also provide ongoing support.
Dimensions celebrates first green belt graduates of Six Sigma training programme
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imensions has announced that members of its first
cohort of Six Sigma students have graduated from their training programme and have achieved the Green Belt level. The objective of the Six Sigma methodology is to implement a measurement based strategy that focuses on process improvement and variation reduction through the application of improvement projects.
The programme works across two sub-methodologies that first focus on identifying improvement and looking for
The graduates
incremental improvement. Students are then encouraged to look deeper at the improvement areas and develop new processes that meet high quality levels set by Six Sigma. Students will first gain their Six Sigma Green Belts then progress to Six Sigma Black Belts.
The programme was rolled
out to members of staff from both Dimensionsʼ Castle Donington office and the Long Eaton Logistics Centre, and has been very well received. Steve Cassapi, logistics director, said: “Iʼve never seen a group of more dedicated students. From working their full time jobs to going home and completing their
homework, theyʼve all just been fantastic. The Six Sigma philosophy of change for the better through continuous improvement fits in with what I try to do in our Logistics Centre and what Dimensionsʼ do as a company. We are constantly looking to improve our service offering and our customer journey, Six Sigma empowers our employees to make those changes to improve. Overall, Iʼm delighted with the programme and the studentsʼ progress and Iʼm looking forward to the changes that will be implemented as a result.”
Schoolwear Association sets out new two-year plan has a quality uniform.
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he Schoolwear Association is set to publish a new two-year plan aimed at strengthening its focus in key areas including membership, communications and public affairs. This was one of the key outcomes at the latest meeting of the associationʼs executive.
It is asking members and others with an interest in the organisationʼs work to give their views about its future direction and identity. Dan Turner, the associationʼs vice chair, said: “A thread running through the new strategy will be the associationʼs ongoing
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campaign, ʻEvery child is worth itʼ. This demonstrates our membersʼ belief in the positive benefits of uniform and that it should be accessible to everyone.” As part of its commitment to this goal, the association will be reinforcing its Code of Conduct for members, covering areas such as ethical sourcing.
It will also introduce a new category at the Schoolwear Awards, which will be repeated in October at the Schoolwear Show, after a successful first outing last year. The new award will recognise social responsibility in the area of supporting schools and families to ensure every child
The association is also to publish a guide for members on best practice in this area. Meanwhile, to ensure it is accurately representing the views of members, the association will carry out its annual survey in the spring, canvassing opinions on everything from Brexit to gender neutrality in uniform.
Another strand in the same vein will see a new website, including a refresh of the organisationʼs brand identity. Again, the association is seeking views about what users would like to see on the new website.
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