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Colormaker Industries celebrates 60 years of ink manufacture
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manufacturer of Permaset screen printing inks, is celebrating its 60th anniversary.
The business started in 1958, producing enamel house paints as G&H Chemicals and in the 1960s moved into water-based house paints. The company also started making water-based inks under licence. In the 1970s, G&H purchased Permasetʼs licensor, consolidating both companies into Colormaker Industries.
Through the 1980s, Permaset grew to dominate the Australian textile screen printing market. Colormakerʼs current owner, David Stuart, started at Colormaker as sales manager in the mid-1990s. His R&D background and passion for eco-friendly technology inspired him to acquire Colormaker in 2003 and in 2005, Permaset Aqua, the 100% water- based eco-friendly screen printing ink was
olormaker Industries, the Australian-based
launched. In 2012, the Permatone range was granted Organic Approval by the Soil Association. Today, Permaset is one of Colormakerʼs flagship brands, continuously upgraded through a rigorous R&D program harnessing the latest technologies and the expertise of a dedicated team of chemists.
Mr Stuart said: “We value
diversity and are guided by respect in everything we do; respect for our customers, our staff and the environment.
“As the screen printing industry evolves, so too
An ensemble of Permaset’s inks Geiger announces European acquisition U
K distributor GeigerBTC, a
subsidiary of Geiger, a multi-generational family owned and operated company in the US, has announced it is acquiring London-based distributor EMC Advertising Gifts as part of the companyʼs continued expansion strategy to support clients in the UK and across Europe.
EMC has been in business since 1966 and has gained a reputation as one of the best known promotional
merchandise distributors in the UK. GeigerBTC made the acquisition as part of its ongoing strategy to support the needs of global customers in North America, Europe and worldwide. EMC managing director, Simon Kay, said:
L-R: Gina Tofallis, Frank Murphy and Simon Kay
“We are delighted to become part of GeigerBTC and the expanding Geiger global network. Our companies share similar cultures and ideals. We look forward to being able to offer our multinational clients the enhanced services that such a union brings.” EMC sales director, Gina Tofallis, added: “After 31 years with EMC, I am really looking forward to my next challenge. Simon and I are excited to join the GeigerBTC team and continue to support our customers with the care and close attention for which we are known.”
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Geiger president, Jo-an Lantz, said: “We could not be more pleased that Simon Kay and Gina Tofallis are joining GeigerBTC. EMC has a long tradition of strong relationships with their clients and their culture and approach match perfectly with GeigerBTC.” Frank Murphy, managing director of GeigerBTC, concluded: “EMC is an iconic name in the UK promotional merchandise market and we are extremely proud to be joining forces with Simon and Gina. We look forward to a very successful partnership.” Simon Kay and Gina Tofallis will continue to support their current EMC clients.
does Colormaker by developing products for technical excellence and environmental stewardship. We have exciting innovations in the pipeline. In reaching this 60 year milestone, we pay tribute to our staff in Australia and customers both locally and around the world. We thank them for their
loyalty and support over the years, but most of all, their
enthusiasm. “With 60 years
as a business in 2018, weʼre most looking forward to celebrating the 60th anniversary of Permaset in 2022.”
The Cotton Textile
Company supports SNAP T
his year, The Cotton Textile Company has chosen to support SNAP, a charity that supports families with children and young people who have any special need or disability. The charityʼs vision is to provide a safe environment offering a wide range of support and specialist services with the aim to increase resilience and empowerment within families.
As a team that has all the benefits that are created by living in a stable environment, TCTC wanted to give something back and to support a charity that benefited children in some way. SNAP not only supports children but also benefits the families who tirelessly care for kids with needs. As part of TCTCʼs fundraising, members of the team will be competing in a variety of sports
events: ● The Brentwood Half Marathon on March 17.
● The Nuclear Races mud and obstacle 12k run on May 18.
● Southend Half Marathon on June 9. February 2019 | 7 |
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