Finishing - Conventional

Colter & Peterson Will Highlight Paper Cutters/Handling Equipment for the Large-Format Market at SGIA
October 20, 2014

After a successful SGIA Expo in Orlando last year, Colter & Peterson will be returning for this year's show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 22-24. The Saber XXL and Saber X15 Plus series will be on display at the company's booth. Manufactured to ISO-9001 standards, Saber ranges in size from 65-137” and some new features include an upgraded hydraulic system, cut optimization, automatic knife setting and the availability of automatic waste removal.

GRAPH EXPO 14 Tales, Part Two: Longevity
October 13, 2014

One of the terrific things about trade shows is that they act as a sort of annual reunion where you get to catch up with many of the contacts you have missed during the past year. You may only have a few minutes to shoot the breeze with each one, but you'd be surprised at the insights you can gain in a two-minute conversation.

Eckhart Expands Print Finishing Division with a Kluge EHG Foil Stamping/Embossing/Diecutting Press
October 6, 2014

A new Kluge EHG foil stamping, embossing and diecutting press has been added at Eckhart & Co in Indianapolis. In addition to the Kluge press the company recently installed new film laminating equipment as well. "Finishing techniques such as foil stamping, embossing, diecutting and laminating add value to any printed piece," noted Chris Eckhart, president. "Used individually or in combination, these techniques transform the ordinary into the extraordinary."

C&D Printing Boosts Folding Carton Capacity with Kluge OmniFold Folding/Gluing System
September 16, 2014

C&D Printing, an integrated graphic, marketing, and packaging solutions company, based in St. Petersburg, FL, has installed a new Kluge OmniFold Folding and Gluing System to increase its capacity and capability in folding carton work, while also allowing it to convert presentation folders, specialized paperboard packaging—including tuck-style, push-lock and auto-lock bottom boxes, sleeves and various other products.