Print Embellishment Conference

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Supplier Trade Fair

Absolute Printing Equipment is the North America distributor for the German company KAMA who manufactures the PC 58 foil stamper/die cutter, PC 76 with or without foil/die cutter, CPX positioning system, Flexfold 52i automated set up folder gluer and the Profold 74 commercial folder gluer. In addition, we are also the distributor for all BaumannPerfecta products which is also a Germany company. Products include paper cutters from 31.5” to 88”, automated jogging systems, stacklifts, unloaders, pile turners, and robotic handling systems.

www.absoluteprintingequipment.com  |  www.perfectausa.com

APT is a leading supplier of used printing and finishing machinery with a specific focus on the folding carton segment. We are the largest re-seller in North America of used Bobst machinery and are able to provide Bobst factory trained technicians for handling any machine repair, troubleshooting, relocations/installations or inspection services. APT is also an AMA certified machinery appraiser for any asset appraisal services required.

Established in 1977, Best Graphics Group offers a full line of Graphic Arts, Bindery, Finishing, and Packaging equipment. Our portfolio includes 22 product lines from world-class manufacturers in the U.S.A., Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Israel, and the U.K. Best Graphics also has a dedicated service department with factory-trained staff and maintains a fully-stocked parts inventory.

BOBST are one of the world’s leading suppliers of substrate processing, printing and converting equipment and services for the label, flexible packaging, folding carton and corrugated board industries. We open the way to an infinite number of folding carton packaging applications. Discover the wide range of services and exceptional equipment that BOBST offers its customers at bobst.com.

 

Cast and CureTM (C2TM) is a decorative coating process that integrates “casting” and “curing” techniques to form a consistent high-quality surface that can include ultra-high gloss, matte and holographic finishes on a variety of substrates. This effect can be created in both sheet fed and web fed (flexo and gravure) environments. C2TM is an excellent application for the decorative print market and can be incorporated with security and anti-counterfeiting features.

Cast and CureTM is also a sustainable process. By using ultraviolet inks and varnishes there are no undesirable and harmful VOC’s. In addition, it can make packages more easily recyclable by eliminating the laminated metalized films used in traditional holographic processes. The most significant benefit is this is all achieved at a fraction of traditional costs.

Canon Solutions America, Inc. provides industry leading enterprise, production, and large format printing solutions, supported by exceptional professional service offerings. Canon Solutions America, Inc. helps companies of all sizes discover ways to improve sustainability, increase efficiency, and control costs in conjunction with high volume, continuous feed, digital and traditional printing, and document management solutions. A wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., Canon Solutions America, Inc. is headquartered in Melville, NY and has sales and service locations across the U.S. For more information on Canon Solutions America, please visit csa.canon.com.

Capital Adhesives offers high-quality liquid and hot melt adhesives to meet demanding requirements in industries such as folding carton, corrugated containers, bookbinding, and more. Our commitment to the highest manufacturing standards and flexible manufacturing capabilities allows us to serve both small and large businesses with a range of packaging options. Our team of experts, from application specialists to in-house chemists, are always available to provide the support and care our customers deserve. Trust us as your expert partner for quality adhesives and high-performance technologies.

Clampitt Paper has been a family-owned and operated paper merchant since opening in Dallas, Texas in 1941. Don Clampitt, the current Chairman and CEO, is an innovator and leader in the paper and printing industry. As the only independent paper merchant remaining in the Southwest, Clampitt Paper prides itself on not only providing the best in quality paper for offset, digital, and wide format applications but by doing things a bit differently. Clampitt added Equipment to their offering almost a decade ago and has quickly become one of the leading service providers with a best-in-class service team. With 21 locations across six states, Clampitt is proud to have one of the most customer service-oriented teams in the business and to be known as “The Paper People.”

 

Diversified Graphic Machinery is the leading supplier of Foil Embellishment Machinery, working with Print Packaging, Digital Printing, Finishing, Bindery, and Label manufacturing companies in North America.  With our Corporate Headquarters in Red Bank, New Jersey, and manufacturing facilities in Italy and Japan. Our focus is working with companies that are looking for specialize Embellishment Machinery Solutions. We specialize in; Hot Foil Stamping, Digital Foil Embellishment, Cold Foil Printing, Hot Embossing, Laser Die Cutting, and Die Cutting Machinery. Providing Service, Parts, and Technical Support for Iijima, CARTES, SCS Automaberg, Saroglia, Foildex®, and MABEG customers. Visit our website www.dgmna.com to learn more about the solutions that we offer.

 

Duplo USA is the leading provider of innovative print finishing solutions for the graphic arts industry. In recent years, Duplo has expanded its product offerings to bring on demand print embellishment, packaging, and B2 finishing technologies to market. Visit us at duplousa.com for more information.

Gietz-Vinfoil Americas provides premium hot foil and cold transfer technology to the North American printing, packaging, and label markets.  Between the well-known product range of Gietz hot stamping and embossing machines, to Vinfoil’s patented cold foil savings technology, we offer a range of solutions for high-volume print embellishment. Visit www.gietz-vinfoil.com

For over 50 years, H+M USA has been leading the way as a supplier of sustainably produced engraved brass dies, with a global presence spanning seven locations. The company’s state-of-the-art CNC technology ensures that customers receive speedy turnaround times on an impressive range of dies, including Foil stamping, Embossing, Combination, Kisscut, inline Embossing, and the sought-after Easy-Fix Die Lockdown System. But that’s not all. H+M USA goes the extra mile with a comprehensive range of make-ready supplies and hundreds of standard MicroEmboss and Texture patterns that are sure to leave a lasting impression. With the company’s commitment to consistency and reliability, all CNC programs and Master die molds are meticulously preserved at its facility, ensuring exact replication at a later date.

 

Harris & Bruno International is a world leader in providing Coating and Coating Equipment for the offset and digital markets. Now celebrating their 75th year in business, H&B has entered the Digital Embellishment space with their new machine, the ZRX. Combining their tried and true chamber-anilox system with industry-leading inkjet technology, users can now Flood Coat, Spot Coat, and Foil Stamp, on coated or uncoated media all in one pass.

Infinity® Foils, Inc.- UEI® Group Company

Infinity Foils, Inc. is a worldwide supplier of hot, cold and digital foils, as well as, a complete line of makeready products. The superior quality and amazing selection of our products will help you create breathtaking projects every time. Our foils maintain brilliance, along with exceptional adhesion and excellent scratch and chemical resistance. Infinity Foils carries metallics, pearl, clear, holographic, scratch-off, gloss, and pigment foils.  We have the most sought-after shades and some very special shades- you are going to love our array of shades and patterns! Our company also features security enhancement foil and can even create a 2D repeating custom holographic patterns from customers’ artwork. Infinity® Foils makeready line is very extensive and the products have all been specially selected and time-tested to produce the most optimum results.

ITW ShineMark is a global manufacturer of sustainable metallized and holographic transfer products, allowing a broad range of packaging and label applications.   ShineMark is a turnkey supplier with a range of capabilities for both offset and flexo applications including Hot & Cold metallized films, recyclable metallized transfer substrates and MetPet laminations. Our in-house design consultancy works with Printers and Brands to ensure effective and efficient differentiation. Proud to manufacture in the United States, with additional facilities in Canada, Europe, Korea, and China, we offer a secure and redundant global supply. A company of Illinois Tool Works Inc. Learn more at www.ITWShineMark.com 

K Laser Technology

Founded in 1988, K Laser Technology is a global manufacturer of holographic and metalized print substrates. Committing to evolving with the printing industries needs, K Laser Technology has unveiled Viridian™ holographic Eco-paperboard®, the sustainable alternative packaging solution for holographic paperboard.

K Laser Technology’s Viridian™ Eco-paperboard® eliminates laminating film traditionally added to paperboard, resulting in a fully renewable, sustainable, and recyclable product. Viridian™ holographic Eco-paperboard® is your comprehensive solution for eco-friendly paperboard that commands attention.

Even with the best imagination, does it feel as though imaging holographic decorations on your labels or packaging is sometimes more difficult than you, well…imagined?

Here to take the guess work out of guessing, the K Laser Technology Design Lab assists designers and printers such as yourself to bring together the best possible complimenting holographic decoration and design with real-life mock-ups and prototypes.

Before you order that sample roll and fire up the press for a press proof, work with our creative team and see all of the colors and patterns you’ve had your eye on and maybe a few more you didn’t expect.

Did we mention? K Laser Technology is the only holographic embellishment company in the industry with complimentary mock-up and prototype services.

The Power of Kluge

Die Cutting | Foil Stamping | Embossing

For over 100 years, Kluge has been the industry leader for short to medium run finishing and decorating. Add eye catching value to any printing piece and transform the ordinary to the extraordinary with Kluge presses. 

Kluge print applications include the widest range of substates and embellishments to make Folding Cartons, Oversize Foil Images, Announcements, Hologram/Security Foiling, Labels, Packaging, Specialty Book Covers, and Letterhead/Stationary jobs standout and differentiate from your competitors.

There is a reason Kluge has been the finishing industries choice for quality die cutting, foil stamping and embossing for over 100 years. Come and meet with us to learn how a new or remanufactured Kluge press can help expand your business and increase profits. 

Kluge is a division of Mark Andy Inc., the industry leader in Flexographic print systems.

 

 

 

Konica Minolta offers advanced business solutions encompassing industrial and commercial printing, office technology, IT services, intelligent information management, video security, and managed print services. 

Its revolutionary Digital Print Embellishment technology goes beyond the ordinary, empowering customers to create products that captivate and enthrall their target audiences. Through digital spot UV coating, 3D embossing, hot foil, and more, the solutions deliver an unforgettable interactive experience. Plus, by embracing bold and bespoke packaging created with Digital Print Embellishment technology, customers can unlock new streams of revenue and seize greater market share.

Konica Minolta’s production and industrial print technology is continuously recognized by industry organizations such as Keypoint Intelligence, DPS Magazine, The Imaging Society of Japan and the Japan Institute of Design Promotion. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow its accounts on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter.

KURZ (www.kurzusa.com) is the world leader in manufacturing and distributing thin film technologies for Hot Stamping, Cold Transfer, Digital Transfer, Plastics, and Security applications. KURZ focuses on continuously expanding its knowledge, capabilities and creative thinking to meet the marketplace’s demand for metallic decoration in labels, packaging, web-to-print and commercial-print applications. This is evident in the advancements shown by KURZ over decades of innovation in decoration technologies and related equipment solutions.

This dedication and holistic market approach has led to a significant investment in digital-embellishment technology, with results displayed in a large assortment of applications. KURZ system-matched machines, consumables, software and service solution are designed to support any metallic embellishment requirement. Top benefits include a simplified supply chain, scalable engineering solutions for any process, reduced cost, and improved flexibility and service. DIGITAL METAL® uses a diverse selection of techniques and substrates without sacrificing efficiency, accuracy, flexibility, quality, or customization. Giving brand owners, designers and other creatives the freedom to conceive and commercialize their vision.

We supply solutions for two ends of the industrial printing process:
1. PRE-PRESS: Photopolymer Plates (Flexographic, Waterless Offset, Letterpress and Dry Offset)
2. PRESS / POST-PRESS: Foils for hot or cold stamping, both for Offset, Flexographic and Digital printing systems (Scodix, MGI, etc.)

We have vast experience and options according to requirements, as well as slitting equipment for cutting to format, customizing the master rolls to the requirements of each printer’s job.

 Since 1988 Metal Magic has been focused on providing the highest quality copper and brass engravings with unsurpassed service to all our customers, regardless of size. We are proud to work with our customers to solve difficult applications in a timely fashion and provide them with the best quality tooling. Metal Magic manufacturers copper, brass, duplicate dies, pre-made counters and many other custom made CNC products. Visit our website: www.metalmagic.com to see our process in motion.

Nobelus distributes a variety of specialty laminates and films along with the highest quality laminating systems in the industry. We serve a wide range of clients across the print, publishing, photo, packaging, and prime label markets by providing industry-leading service and support. Nobelus solutions are driven by continuous innovation, ingenuity, and a desire to see our customers succeed. In every endeavor, we are committed to enhancing people, partners, and the world’s brands.

Rollem International delivers high-value finishing systems including the Insignia Die-Cutting Series. Create uniquely shaped products including folding cartons, promotional items, photo products and more. Packed with features including die-cutting, pattern perforating, creasing, kiss-cutting and slitting, this system converts press sheets from digital or offset presses. Perform multiple processes in one step, with just one operator. Insignia handles all types of coatings and embellishments with ease.

With its economical price point, production-built design and ease of operation, Insignia will create new, value-added features while growing profits.  and it’s proudly Made in the U.S.A. Rollem’s Jetstream and Rollaway systems streamline Slitting, Scoring and Perforating processes for sheet-fed converting. Multiple processes in one step save labor and deliver 100% accuracy on business cards, postcards, brochures, shelf tags and more. These systems operate stand-alone,  in-line with digital presses, or in-line with coating machines.

www.rollemusa.com/die-cut

Sakurai will showcase screen printing and embellishment technology with its family of presses, available in both 43 3/8 & 31 5/8” sizes for specialty finishing, pressure sensitive, heat transfer and industrial printing applications.  Sakurai can custom design a screen printing, drying and curing system including LED-UV and hot foil finishing with its ScreenFoil LQM Series of in-line hot foil stampers.

The name Steuer has been associated innovation in the hot stamping machine sector as well as dealing with second-hand printing machines for more than 50 years. We guarantee the quality of our machines by our in-house development and manufacturing in the high tech region around Stuttgart.  Our technical innovations such as the rotary principle in hot foil stamping, but also the extraordinarily high quality of our hot foil stamping and embellishment devices have made us the leaders of innovation and technology of our industry.

Taktiful is a international consultancy, dedicated to helping printers, manufacturers and brands build up success and increase awareness by using the latest digital embellishment technologies to create #SexyPrint. Taktiful offers a suite of services aimed at helping grow the digital embellishment market worldwide and is based in Melbourne, FL, in the USA, with its partners covering North America, LATAM and APAC regions. To learn more about the story of sensory embellishment and the services on offer, visit www.taktiful.com.

UNIVACCO is a global leader in the development, production, converting, and technical support of cold transfer films for the packaging and label markets. We produce a full line of both sheet-fed and narrow-web transfer films in metallic and holographic finishes. Our products are recognized as market-leading for production speed, brightness, edge definition, workability, and consistency. And we support new machine installations and on-going production with the best technical experts in the field. Our East and West Coast facilities are geared to handle any volume with both inventory and slitting capacity. Visit https://www.univaccofoils.com/en/index.php

Universal Engraving, Inc. – UEI® Group Company

 Universal Engraving, Inc. is a worldwide leading manufacturer of engraved dies and tooling for foil stamping and embossing.  We offer customers the widest product range, produced with state-of-the art technology and incredible artistic execution. Our unparalleled engraved dies/tooling, as well as, time-saving lock-up systems are made for both sheet fed and web fed applications. Offering copper dies, brass dies, Unifraxion® dies, Inline Embossing dies, UniFlex®, UniSphere®, Econofoil® 2mm, UniLock-Up®, SpeedChase® to name just a few products. We are committed to constantly innovating and creating solutions that make our customers’ jobs easier and faster.