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The Future of Print and Packaging in 2026: Trends to Watch
As we approach 2026, the print and packaging industry is undergoing transformative shifts driven by smart technology, sustainability, and personalization. New advancements are reshaping packaging into a more dynamic, eco-conscious, and connected component of the supply chain. With evolving regulations...
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2026 Print Production Trends: Technology and Market Shifts
As the print industry moves into 2026, it is experiencing a transformative period driven by advancements in automation, AI, and production inkjet. Despite facing economic, supply-chain, and labor challenges, the industry is leveraging these forces for growth and innovation. Leading...
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Gravure Cylinder Market Outlook: Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities
The gravure cylinder market is experiencing steady growth, driven by rising demand for high-quality packaging solutions in sectors like food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. This growth is fueled by the increasing shift toward flexible packaging, which combines cost-efficiency with...
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GPI Graz’s Major Investment in Gravure Cylinder Production Strengthens Global Market Position
In early 2026, GPI Graz made a strategic multi-million-euro investment to expand its gravure cylinder production, marking a significant commitment to the future of packaging technology. This move is set to enhance its competitive edge, increase production capacity, and introduce...
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UV inks cure instantly under ultraviolet light, delivering durable prints on both rigid and flexible substrates, making them ideal for industrial applications. There are three primary types of UV inks: standard (hard) UV inks for rigid surfaces, flexible UV inks...
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How Does UV Printing Improve Signage Quality?
UV printing enhances signage quality by utilizing UV-curable inks that cure instantly under ultraviolet light, ensuring vibrant colors, crisp details, and long-lasting durability. The process provides weather resistance, preventing fading and scratches, making it ideal for commercial signage in harsh...
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3D UV printing is a process that uses UV-curable inks layered precisely onto substrates. These layers are instantly hardened by UV lamps to create raised, textured effects. This direct-to-object method enables dimensional prints on rigid materials, ideal for manufacturers seeking...
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How Does Large Format UV Printing Expand Creative Possibilities?
Large format UV printing opens up new creative opportunities by allowing high-resolution prints on both rigid and flexible substrates. With the use of UV-curable inks, which instantly cure under UV light, manufacturers can produce vibrant and durable outputs. This technology...
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Why Laser Printers Print Lines?
Laser printers often print lines due to issues with toner cartridges, dirty or damaged drums, faulty fusers, or contaminated rollers. In industrial high-volume settings, such as factories or OEM production lines, these problems are common. Manufacturers who address these issues...