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The latest floorplan for next year's premier industry event, PacPrint, continues to grow, with the show still seven months away. No doubt those companies who have not yet booked space will do so early in the new year or before. There are still great spaces available but the Halls look to be around 70% committed already.

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Drytac’s Paper Fleece Smooth will now be available to purchase in markets around the world following its initial success in the UK. Drytac, manufactures self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, and is distributed by Shann DPM in Australia & NZ.

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Although the Fujifilm brand has been active in Australia since 1954, when entrepreneur Jack Hannes of Hanimex fame, secured the agency, Fujifilm Australia, as a direct subsidiary of Fujifilm Group Japan, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

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The global market for digitally printed wallpapers, valued at USD$6.7 billion in 2023, is expected to reach USD$16.4 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.5%.

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RolandDG's Academy courses continue to be a valuable upskilling resource in our industry. Due to the ongoing popularity of these courses, Roland has added a final round of dates commencing October 29th.

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Celmac continues to enjoy high growth, driven by a strong ethos of customer service, leading brands and dedicated staff. The Celmac team is now one stronger, with the experienced Mark Rixon joining in a national role, based from Brisbane.

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Macro economics affects us all, right down to small and micro businesses, that typify the Sign and Display industry. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Australia's inflation outlook is sobering. The AiG points the blame on the current government's high spending and neglect of productivity incentives. Meanwhile, business failures soar.

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He's been around the Sign, Display and Graphic Arts industry for a very long while and, as head of VISA which became Visual Connections, has helped inumerable people and businesses with training grants, trade shows, activism and marketing. Always with a high standard of professionalism, ethics and energy, Peter is retiring at the end of 2024.

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LIA Victoria held their Annual General Meeting on Monday 14th October, with elections returning an almost unchanged committee line-up to take the association into the new year.

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With energy prices on the rise, there's never been a better time to review your choices and implement strategies to increase energy efficiency and reduce costs. ASGA will host a free webinar on Nov. 14th.

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While King Charles and Queen Camilla may have been preoccupied with other important things, the Penrith Museum of Print had its own 'royal visitor' last Sunday - the Mayor of Penrith, Cr. Todd Carney!

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Epson has earned a platinum rating for sustainability from EcoVadis, a leading provider of business sustainability ratings. This is in recognition of the company's global efforts to uphold the highest standards on the environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. 

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ORAFOL, a leading company in the development and manufacture of self-adhesive graphic films, reflective materials, adhesive tape systems and advanced polymer films, has acquited a stake in Belgian specialty film manufacturer Group M.A.M., with plans for 100% ownership going forward.

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MUTOH has announced the introduction of a new 1625mm Roll-to-Roll UV-LED printer, the XpertJet 1682UR, the successor to the previous ValueJet 1638UR Mark II model. Mutoh Australia expects local stocks to arrive very soon.

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ROQ, distributed in ANZ by GJS, has  unveiled the ROQ PEEL, an innovative solution that fully automates the removal of direct-to-film (DTF) backing sheets in the heat-press decoration process. This enables up to 500 garments per hour to be decorated with the entirely automated ROQ IMPRESS system.

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The Australian Industry Group - AiG- says that the current 'Small Business' definition is ham-fisted, unsophisticated and outdated and calls for lifting the definition from 15 to 25 employees for the purposes of tax, regulation and employment laws.

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The printing of wallpaper rolls using digital machines is a high growth sector but precision cutting can be challenging. Italian company Flexa Srl. has introduced the Miura Katana, claimed to be the first and only automatic XY cutter designed specifically for digitally printed wallpaper, that eliminates the visible 'white lines' along the cut.

Flexa says that Miura Katana's patent-pending cutting system eliminates 'white lines' on joins

Engineered with precision, the Miura Katana features an advanced combination of two edge control systems, dual traction rollers, and dual motorized blades. Flexa claims that this exclusive cutting technology delivers unparalleled accuracy, ensuring that every cut is perfectly aligned.

The Miura Katana ensures flawless cuts without the common issue of white lines on wallpaper, especially visible on prints with dark colors. This innovative technology allows for perfect alignment of patterns, eliminating the need for time-consuming touch-ups. Installers can now achieve seamless results without manual retouching at the junction points.

This cutter is highly productive and flexible, accommodating different types of wallpaper, such as waterproof, fiberglass, TNT, viscose, linen, Alcantara, woven plant fibers, organic nonwoven fabric made with plant-based raw materials, and many more. Whether dealing with complex patterns or delicate materials, the Miura Katana delivers flawless results every time.

Flexa says that the new Miura Katana is a must-have tool in the digital wallpaper printing industry. Its cutting-edge performance results in zero waste, zero mistakes, and zero frustrations, making it an essential addition for professionals aiming to achieve perfect results with every project. With the Miura Katana, wallpaper cutting has never been more precise and efficient.

For more information visit THIS LINK

For email inquiries, contact:

Australia: australia@flexa.it

New Zealand: new.zealand@flexa.it

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Smithers, the leading provider of print industry market research and analysis, has released its comprehensive report on the future of industrial and decorative digital printing. This indicates more growth for Inkjet.

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 Epson Australia has released its inaugural Sustainability Impact Report, the company's first-ever documented step that truly highlights and details thelocal  company’s continued commitment to driving sustainable progress across Australia and New Zealand.

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Women In Print's ever-popular Print and Prosecco events return in this October and November, with Victoria kicking off on October 30th. These networking sessions will be held across four states, so come along for an evening of networking and community.