Industry Intelligence
Industry developments, market trends and supply-chain news for digital inkjet media.
What is the best entry -level wide format printer? Eco-Solvent, Latex, or UV?
Entry-level 1.6m roll-fed printers offer low-cost expansion and high return on investment. Choosing the right technology depends on application needs: eco-solvent delivers low costs and vibrant colors, latex provides versatile, eco-friendly outdoor durability without…
Epson Korea to Unveil Four New Printers at K-Print 2026
Firm Joins Printing Technology Show on the 19th Devices Support Large-Format Output Up to 64 Inches Lineup Targets Diversifying Demand in Apparel and...
Mark Andy Print Products named North American distributor for Sun Chemical narrow web portfolio
Mark Andy Print Products (MAPP) has entered into a strategic distribution agreement with Sun Chemical, becoming the North American distributor for the...
China Print Supplies and Innotech in Sign Show collab
Wide-format media specialist Innotech will partner with China Print Supplies (CPS) at this year's Sign Show, to highlight its print technology.
Plockmatic brings world-first finishing configuration to The Print Show
Plockmatic Group will showcase new finishing technology, including the world-first ColorCut FB15000TO Pro configuration, at The Print Show. The post Plockmatic brings world-first finishing configuration to The Print Show appeared first on Large Format Review .
Made Smarter initiative drives growth in UK signage industry
Sign and graphics companies across England have been able to invest in new technology and equipment, through match-funded grants provided by the...
Wikoff expands label portfolio with new ink and plate technologies
Wikoff will expand its label market offering at LOUPE Americas 2026, where the company will introduce its new ThermaPrint water-based flexographic ink...
Leading workforce development across the signage sector
This article first appeared in the July 2026 issue of Australian Printer The Australian Sign & Graphics Association (ASGA), the peak industry.
Finding the Right Configuration
Along with UV and solvent/eco-solvent, HP Latex is one of the well-established wide-format digital printing ink technologies that most printers or...
The Temu threat: should UK printers be worried?
Temu is expanding into print with ultra-low prices, but Solopress says quality, turnaround and service could give UK printers an edge. The post The Temu threat: should UK printers be worried? appeared first on Large Format Review .
Roland DG South Africa Launching New Eco-Solvent Print And Cut Devices At Sign Africa And FESPA Africa Expo
Roland DG South Africa has announced it will launch the new TrueVis VG4-540 and VG4-640 eco-solvent print and cut devices at the Sign Africa And FESPA Africa Expo. The event is taking place from 8-10 September 2026, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, at Gallagher Convention…
Wikoff introduces new water-based inks at Loupe
At booth 811 at Loupe Americas 2026, Wikoff will introduce its new ThermaPrint water based flexographic ink platform. The company will also showcase its Photoflex Dual Cure UV-LED inks, Ascella UV-LED digital inkjet inks, bolt-on digital imaging technology and advanced Asahi…
Canon and thINK Forum Host thINK Ahead 2026
The event drew the largest attendance in its history. The post Canon and thINK Forum Host thINK Ahead 2026 appeared first on Signs of the Times .