Business Management - Industry Trends

Konica Minolta has released information on a new generation of print heads aimed at the evolving graphic arts, industrial, and functional printing markets. Konica Minolta is manufacturing these print heads using Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) fabrication. The high precision print head is capable of jetting a range of inks and functional materials such as resins. These new capabilities will enable innovative new products in a range of industries.

The 2015 Inkjet Summit in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, was a major success for both sponsors and attendees.

We share industry data on the emerging services that printers are offering their customers as they make the digital transformation.

At the fifth annual Print’s Voice Capitol Hill Fly-In, printing industry executives contacted 80 congressional offices.

Michael Makin, president and CEO of PIA, delivers a message to association members.

According to the AF&PA May report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 9 percent in May compared to May 2014.

In a world where digital dominates, there are still champions of print. Keith Kawasaki believes it is a magnetic experience.

A new study from NPOA details the sales and profitability of sign/wide-format work for small commercial printers.

According to Reportlinker, label demand in the United States is forecast to approach $20 billion in 2019. Growth will be aided by continued expansion of the overall economy, as well as increases in manufacturing activity and retail sales. The pressure-sensitive segment will remain dominant, accounting for more than 75 percent of the total market.

In its Spring 2015 State of the Industry Update, Epicomm reports sales growth faltered in the first quarter.