Printing

Brand Protection with Micro-Dots

Published: January 01, 2007

Now brand owners have a new weapon against counterfeiting based on digital imaging, supported by continuous development in consumer electronics and global access to efficient, secured data communications networks and services.

Color 101: Part I

Published: January 01, 2007

It has been my experience that color theory basics are communicated well by suppliers of color measurement devices. This month we will explore the practical application of this information.

The Digital Difference

Published: January 01, 2007

Model Graphics explores new selling opportunities with HP Indigo digital web press.

Ink Mileage: Measure & Manage

Published: December 01, 2006

In we reviewed ink transfer. With this basic understanding, we can move on to actual numbers on the basis of that which can be measured can be managed. Skeptics abound who believe there are too many variables to get useful data. Others think this is an opportunity to isolate and minimize process variation and thus improve productivity and reduce waste.

Pilot/Lab/Technical Facilities

Published: October 31, 2006

Is there a problem with your process? Fix it! These technical facilities stand ready to help.

Kodak Plate Now Available in the U.S. and Canada

Published: October 26, 2006

Kodak Thermal Direct non-process printing plate now is commercially available in the United States and Canada.

PIA/GATF and Kodak Release Results of Seminar Series

Published: October 01, 2006

A series of eight PIA/GATF, sponsored by Kodak, seminars this summer discussed the importance of communicating the demands of printing early in the design phase. The content is available in a book from gain.net.

Data in Detail

Published: October 01, 2006

Tackling downtime in real time, a data collection system makes short work of pinpointing production errors.

Excelsior Achieves Record Print Speed

Published: September 28, 2006

Making Advances

Published: September 01, 2006

Innovation. It's the secret behind the longevity of some of the world's leading companies. Ford Motor Co. virtually launched the automobile industry with

Bucking the Trend

Published: September 01, 2006

Exhibitors have booked more than 400,000 sq ft of display space at Graph Expo and Converting Expo 2006, which takes place October 15-18 at McCormick Place

Ink 101: Part I

Published: September 01, 2006

It is estimated the total North American (US and Canada) market for packaging materials is approximately $125 billion in annual shipments. Ink is a relatively