Print Monthly - July / August 2023 - Issue 343

3 Industry The latest ‘must-know’ news from across the world of print Business The lowdown on the latest deals, ventures, and growth in business Kit & Media The latest in cutting-edge machines, materials, and installations News CONTENTS Issue 343 July / August 2023 Specials Under the Hood Epson SC-F6400/F6400H: Brian Sims looks at the ability of this series to produce high-volume, inkjet-printed textiles and promotional goods Under the Hood Domino N730i: Brian Sims explores the latest generation of Domino’s inkjet label printing technology and some of the popular features brought across Event Spotlight FESPA Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo returned to Munich in May for the biggest exhibition since 2019 with exhibitors collaborating and moving into new areas Focus On With Mental Health Awareness Month taking place in May and Mental Health Awareness Week running from May 15th to 21st, we highlight some of the support available to the industry Features Focus On Digital Inkjet Presses Rob Fletcher looks at some of the latest developments with digital inkjet presses and how new technologies can help printers to grow Business Opportunities Web-to-Print Carys Evans unpicks some of the ways successful online printers are maximising their storefronts to boost user experience and sales Back to Basics Guillotines Rob Fletcher finds out what guillotine options are available to the market and how they can improve the final product Taste for Success Speciality Paper David Osgar explores some of the trends in speciality paper as the substrate’s environmental credentials boost demand Need to Know Humidification Systems Rob Fletcher takes a look at some of the humidification systems on the market and how these can help maintain quality prints Market Trends Automation Rob Fletcher highlights some of the ways the latest developments in automation can help ease pressures on printers Environment Coverage of environmentally friendly print solutions and initiatives People Appointments, promotions, and personal stories from across the industry Get to Grips With slips and trips amongst the highest accident types in the UK printing industry, according to the UK Health and Safety Executive, we look at how to stay safe whilst printing Company Spotlight Since its inception 50 years ago, Baker Labels has continued to grow and add to its offerings. We find out more about the company’s versatile approach Hot Topics A bi-annual survey commissioned by Two Sides has found that European consumer preference for printed products has recovered since the Covid-19 pandemic Industry Tips Colin Sinclair McDermott highlights the ways engaging with the wider industry can benefit both parties and enable you to expand and grow in your business 06 10 18 26 28 53 61 73 31 38 44 52 54 41 www.printmonthly.co.uk Issue 343 - July / August 2023 48 77 67 Event Spotlight FESPA Global Print Expo 2023 08Industry Ricoh discusses improving diversity in the print industry 38 14 Business BOBST makes two key packaging business moves 28 People ‘Punk Rocker’ celebrates 45 years in print at H&H Reeds Need to Know Humidification Systems 77 81 46 ISSN 2976-9213

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