Don Piontek

A rotary diecutter/trimmer can be a valuable addition to your digital finishing portfolio.

While machine data is useful, the press operator’s experience with the job provides the “missing link” in interpreting any problems.

Workers today want a more sophisticated work environment where thinking and problem solving are the the majority of the work performed.

Hunkeler Innovationdays proved to be the magnet for digital print and finishing vendors, as well as attendees from around the world.

Use the years of accumulated finishing experience of your most senior people to train your new people, before they head out the door.

2019 will throw challenges (and opportunities) at print. Here are three critical trends impacting the finishing side.

Don Piontek shares some of the diverse finishing applications and systems he’s come across in his career.

Consider adding robots to your finishing operation to relieve operators from repetitive tasks and the strain associated with them.

During a recent trade show, Don Piontek looked for the newest finishing technology and he found innovations in mechanical binding.

Don Piontek explores photo book challenges printers face and how technology from Photobook Technology could be the solution.

Don Piontek highlights eight differences to help make the decision between purchasing equipment from a dealer or a manufacturer.

In the search for new finishing developments, Don Piontek received a LinkedIn press release alert on something called “Vpaper.”

Here’s a short list of solutions to ensure a smooth PUR perfect binding process.

Improvements in inkjet is causing a shift in attitude on the in-line vs. off-line finishing debate.

Offset and digital finishing differ. It’s vital to have an understanding of digital finishing when planning a purchase or installation.