By: Durst Group

Rochester, NY and Franklin, TN – July 2025: Durst Group has once again been recognized for their innovative technology and their contributions to the print industry by the PRINTING United Alliance. With an incredible eleven (11) PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Award wins this year, they maintain their status as the most highly awarded group three years in a row.

“Receiving this magnitude of awards again this year is a strong testament to the enduring excellence of Durst Group technology,” said Tim Saur, President and Managing Director of Durst North America. “We take great pride in our role as a technology leader, constantly pushing the boundaries on hardware, software, and workflow solutions. Our continued recognition underscores the commitment of our R&D team to cutting-edge technology, our customer-centric approach and our desire to continue to shape the future of the print industry with innovation that drives real-world value.”

Durst Group, comprised of Durst North America and Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, members of Durst Group, celebrate their success as a whole, but also as individuals. Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, for the second consecutive year, has established itself as the most awarded single entity in the Pinnacle Product Awards, securing seven (7) awards in 2025. The Durst product line, specifically the P5-TEX platform, reached a notable milestone by securing Pinnacle Awards for five (5) successive years and accumulating a total of nine (9) awards since its inception in 2021. This achievement underscores the enduring longevity and sustained success of the Durst product line.

“To once again be recognized and honored this way is a reflection of the passion, dedication and talent of the Vanguard Digital team,” said Jim Peterson, COO and Founding Partner of Vanguard Digital. “This recognition is not just about our technology – it’s about the ideas, the growth, and the hard work of the people behind it, and about the customers who believe in what we do. We can’t wait to showcase these award winners at the PRINTING United Expo later this year and show everyone what is possible with Vanguard and Durst Group technology.”

The Pinnacle Awards celebrate exceptional products and technologies that advance quality, capability, and productivity. These prestigious awards are given by a highly qualified panel of judges across the printing industry, who evaluated over 150+ entries in more than 50 categories spanning analog, digital, output, and non-output technologies.

The following products won 2025 Pinnacle Awards:

• Durst P5 TEX: awarded Roll-to-Roll Direct Disperse Ink on Textile
• Durst P5 TEX iSUB: awarded RTR Dye Sublimation on Textile (more than $100K)
• Durst P5 350 HSR: awarded Roll-to-Roll UV (Over 80 in.)
• Durst P5 350 HS: awarded UV/Latex Hybrid – more than $500K
• Vanguard VR5D-E: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed (under $70K)
• Vanguard VK300-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed ($100K-$200K)
• Vanguard VK300-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed + White ($100k-$200K)
• Vanguard VK300-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed ($200K-$500K)
• Vanguard VK3220T-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed + White ($200k-$500K)
• Vanguard Radnor: awarded UV/Latex Hybrid ($100K-$500K)
• Vanguard Radnor: awarded R2R/hybrid/flatbed New Technology

Lindsay Ferrari, Program Administrator, PRINTING United Alliance offered, “Each Pinnacle Award recipient reflects the bold thinking and technical excellence that continues to elevate and move our industry forward.” The Durst Group is honored to receive these accolades, and looks forward to showing the industry these award-winning solutions at the 2025 PRINTING United Expo in Orlando, Florida.

By: Roland DGA

Irvine, Calif., July 7, 2025 – Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, and other innovative digital devices, has added three key dealers to its ever-expanding network of authorized resellers. The newly established partnerships with Grimco, N. Glantz, and Clampitt Paper will help Roland DGA achieve its overall sales goals and better serve the needs of its customers nationwide.

 

Roland DGA’s new relationship with Grimco comes on the heels of the distributor’s recent acquisition of long-time Roland DGA reseller Graphics Solutions Group (GSG). With more than 65 locations throughout North America, Grimco will be offering Roland DGA products to their broad base of customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.

 

“Grimco’s long history of making it easy and convenient for customers to source graphics supplies provides an excellent infrastructure to deliver products to buyers who demand the high quality and value Roland DG technology offers,” said Roland DGA President Dan Burmeister. “Grimco is a world-class distribution company and Roland DGA is proud to add them to our network of customer education and support providers.”

 

In the sign market segment, Roland DGA has enhanced its distribution options by adding N. Glantz to its authorized dealer network. N. Glantz will expand Roland DGA’s ability to support the market by offering Roland DG printers and printer/cutters through its 27 branch locations across the U.S.

 

With the demand for wide-format technology among commercial and packaging printers continuing to grow, Roland DGA’s new distribution partnership with Clampitt Paper will enable the digital imaging leader to strengthen its position within this market throughout the South/Central U.S. region. Clampitt paper will offer Roland DGA products through its 22 locations spread across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado.

 

“The addition of both N. Glantz and Clampitt Paper as authorized Roland DGA dealers will bolster our already extensive dealer channel,” noted Roland DGA’s Vice President of Sales, Dan Johansen. “Their ability to effectively promote and sell Roland DG products within the important regions and markets they serve will be instrumental in enabling us to satisfy existing clients and grow our customer base.”

To learn more about Roland DGA or the complete Roland DGA product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

 

About Roland DG Americas

Roland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries.

 

By: eProductivity Software (ePS)

Pittsburgh, July 2, 2025 – eProductivity Software (ePS) Packaging, a global leader in packaging software solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Brown as Chief Information Officer. Brown brings more than 35 years of SaaS and enterprise IT leadership experience and will lead the expansion of ePS’ cloud capabilities, giving customers greater choice, control, and value in how they deploy and scale their software.

Brown joins ePS at a pivotal moment, with a clear mandate to expand the company’s cloud portfolio, enhance security and compliance across platforms, and redefine how packaging manufacturers adopt modern, scalable technology. His appointment reinforces ePS’ commitment to helping customers gain a competitive advantage through purpose-built, packaging-focused software, not repurposed solutions or generic cloud offerings.

“Scott’s track record in operational excellence and cloud transformation is second to none,” said Doug Braun, CEO of ePS Packaging. “He understands what customers need from their systems – resilience, control, and visibility – and how to deliver that securely and at scale. He will play a critical role as we advance our industry-specific cloud roadmap.”

Before joining ePS, Brown served as CIO at Sciforma, a leading provider of strategic portfolio and project management software, and held senior leadership roles in cloud and support at BluJay Solutions, IBS AB, and RedPrairie. His experience spans managing global infrastructure, driving SOC and SSAE certifications, and delivering reliable, high-performance platforms used by thousands of customers worldwide.

At ePS, Brown will lead all aspects of Corporate IT, Cloud Services, and Security, driving the company’s compliance strategy forward, including SOC certification, while helping ensure customers gain measurable value from cloud-enabled ERP, MES, and process control solutions.

“Our approach to cloud isn’t about keeping up, it’s about creating real results for packaging manufacturers,” said Brown. “ePS is uniquely positioned because we don’t just understand software; we understand packaging. Our goal is to deliver intelligent, secure, cloud solutions that reduce complexity and help our customers grow with confidence.”

By: Siegwerk

Siegburg, Germany, July 2, 2025 – Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has officially launched its Sustainable Procurement Program “SustainUP” with a global virtual kick-off event. The webinar brought together suppliers, sustainability experts, and company leadership to mark the beginning of a new chapter in responsible sourcing. This initiative reflects Siegwerk’s belief that the journey to a more sustainable future begins long before production – at the very first link in the supply chain.

In his opening remarks, CEO Nicolas Wiedmann emphasized the company’s ambition to drive real, measurable change. “We are not just about compliance. We want a real change that will make an impact. But we cannot do this alone. We need our suppliers to walk this path with us.”

Group CPO Arash Babai reinforced this message by stating,” Sustainability is becoming a core principle in our procurement practices—on equal footing with our priorities of quality, supply security and cost efficiency.”

Siegwerk’s Sustainable Procurement Program is designed to:

• Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero by 2050
• Develop suppliers to reduce environmental and human rights risks
• Promote transparency, dialogue, and continuous improvement through tailored engagement and collaboration

The program also includes supplier training, maturity assessments, and collaborative tools to support progress. As such it brings the established Human Rights Policy & Guiding Principles and Business Partner Code of Conduct into action. It is a key pillar of Siegwerk’s broader HorizonNOW sustainability strategy, which integrates climate action, human rights, and circular innovation across the business.

The event concluded with a strong call to action: “Together, we can build a supply chain that is not only efficient and resilient, but also ethical and future-proof: Let’s turn commitment into action!”, said Cathleen Hansohm, Global Supplier Sustainability Manager.

For more information about Siegwerk’s sustainability initiatives, visit www.siegwerk.com.

 

About Siegwerk
Siegwerk is one of the leading global manufacturers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels. Based on 200 years of expertise, we provide customized solutions for all types of packaging needs – from functional and eye-catching to safe and sustainable. As a seventh-generation family business, we have long been aware of our responsibility for future generations. Under the motto “rethINK packaging”, we are therefore actively driving the transformation to a circular economy by developing eco-friendly solutions that enable packaging circularity. Here, 30+ country organizations and ~5,000 employees worldwide ensure consistent high-quality products and customized support around the world. Learn more at www.siegwerk.com

By: Roland DGA

Irvine, Calif., July 1, 2025 – Roland DGA, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters worldwide, has announced the availability of a new software application – Roland DG Connect Designer – that enables Roland DG printer users to easily design print-ready graphics optimized for output on their devices.

 

As part of Roland DG Connect, a set of software tools that empowers users’ businesses and optimizes every step of their workflow with Roland DG printers, the Designer application (which comes with the free Basic Roland DG Connect plan) offers three key functions. The first is easy-to-use design creation for novice users, such as in-store workers or small business owners, who may be unfamiliar with professional applications. Roland DG Connect Designer accomplishes this by significantly simplifying the design process as well as supplying an extensive library of images, shapes, fonts, and illustrations.

 

A second function is the generation of automated print settings. Instead of having to set detailed print settings in the dedicated VersaWorks 7 RIP software running the printer, Roland DG Connect Designer produces the necessary print settings automatically during the design phase and enables printing to begin immediately once the job is sent to the printer, allowing for a faster, more streamlined workflow.

 

A third set of capabilities allows for the unique functions of various printers to be incorporated into the design by utilizing modules specific to each device. With Roland DG Connect Designer, users can choose to add the desired design features made possible by their printer and work requirements, and install only the functions they require, for a simpler and more cost-effective operation. Initially, for users of the new DA-640 dimensional surface printer, a DIMENSE module offers preset embossing effects, file preparation, and visualization for creating textured output on the DA-640.

 

“Roland DG is renowned not only for making digital devices that offer unsurpassed ease of use, but also for developing software that makes what was once complicated incredibly simple,” said Roland DGA’s Software Product Manager, Scott Burgess. “With Designer and a Roland DG printer, even those with little or no design experience can bring their creative visions to life quickly and easily.”

 

For more information on Roland DG Connect Designer, visit http://www.rolanddga.com/connect-designer. To get started with Roland DG Connect Designer software, click here

  

About Roland DG Americas

 

Roland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries. For more information on Roland DGA or the complete Roland DGA product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

By: UPM Adhesive Materials

(UPM, Helsinki, July 1, 2025 at 13:00 EEST) – UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, will be showcasing high-quality label solutions that demonstrate its leading adhesive material performance on its stand at Labelexpo Europe 2025.

UPM Adhesive Materials has an array of label materials designed for specific end-uses including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, logistics and industrials. It will be using Labelexpo Europe 2025 as a platform to showcase these solutions that deliver reliable performance and a high level of sustainability, that connect with customer ambitions. Visitors to the stand will learn how the company’s products and services are able to support in circularity and decarbonization, as well as provide enhanced experiences through digitalization.

“We are dedicated to delighting our customers by focusing on their needs and demonstrating how our adhesive material expertise can help renew the everyday. This approach, combined with high performance and scalable sustainability for market needs, positions us as the perfect partner to help customers navigate the ever-changing packaging landscape with our world-class labelling solutions,” comments Mathias Kroeck, Senior Vice President, EMEIA at UPM Adhesive Materials.

To find out more, visitors should stop by stand 3D29 to learn more about how UPM Adhesive Materials can provide value through its label material expertise to drive optimum technical and sustainability performance for their customers.

 

UPM Adhesive Materials
UPM Adhesive Materials provides high-performance, innovative self-adhesive products, including label materials, graphics solutions, and specialty tapes, as well as reliable services close to customers. We are one of UPM’s fastest-growing global businesses employing around 3,200 professionals. In 2024, our sales reached nearly €1.6 billion ($1.7 billion). Read more: adhesivematerials.upm.com

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UPM
UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.
UPM – we renew the everyday
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By: ePS Packaging

Pittsburgh, June 30, 2025 – leading packaging software solution provider eProductivity Software (ePS) today announces the launch of Inside the Corrugator, a new industry discussion series focused on real-world best practices in corrugated manufacturing. The series offers an open and informal platform for manufacturers to explore what works and what doesn’t when it comes to process control, machine performance, and production reliability.

The first session will take place on 24 July at 11:00 am CET, led by Neil Sillick, Director of Escada Operations at ePS Packaging, and co-hosted by Fred Wiegmann of Corrugator Training & Consultancy B.V., one of Europe’s leading corrugator training experts.

Far from a traditional webinar, Inside the Corrugator is a working-level discussion designed for engineers, production supervisors, and plant managers who want practical insight they can act on immediately. Each episode will cover recurring issues with the machine, challenges related to setup, glue, and heat, as well as the strategies successful teams are using to drive measurable improvement.

“This is about sharing knowledge, not presenting slides,” said Neil Sillick. “There’s no silver bullet in corrugating. But there are known best practices and control strategies that consistently make a difference. That’s what we’re here to unpack.”

Fred Wiegmann, a respected corrugator process expert with over 40 years of industry experience, will play a leading role in the Inside the Corrugator webinar series. Fred has held leadership roles in production, operations, and technical education across Europe’s top corrugated plants, including a 17-year tenure at Smurfit Westrock (formerly Smurfit Kappa) as Corrugating Process Expert & Trainer. Now running his own consultancy, Fred works closely with manufacturers to improve board quality, reduce waste, and empower people through practical training and process insight.

Speaking on the value of the upcoming webinar series, Fred says: “I’m 100% sure people will learn something from these webinars – whether it’s a new idea, a different perspective, or simply the chance to reflect on their own process. We’re not here to tell you what to do. We’re here to ask the right questions, challenge the way things have always been done, and help you think differently about your machine, your people, and your performance.”

Topics from the series will also feed into discussions at the FEFCO Technical Seminar in Rome, 8-10 October 2025, where ePS will co-host a panel session on Generative and Applied AI in corrugated manufacturing.

The 24 July session will be available both live and on demand.

Register now to join the conversation: https://epackagingsw.com/inside-the-corrugator-best-practice-process-control-an-overview

 

About ePS Packaging

ePS Packaging, an operating unit of eProductivity Software (ePS), empowers packaging companies around the globe through cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and over 30 years of industry expertise. Its comprehensive ERP, MES, and industry-specific solutions enable seamless workflow management across the corrugated, folding carton, label, and flexible packaging segments. By integrating advanced automation capabilities, these solutions enhance product quality, minimize waste, and maximize throughput, helping businesses lower manufacturing costs, improve efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth. Addressing the unique challenges of the packaging and corrugated industries, ePS Packaging helps companies optimize operations, boost profitability, and thrive in competitive markets. For more information, please visit www.epackagingsw.com.

By: Roland DGA

Irvine, Calif., June 26, 2025 – Roland DGA, a leading provider of large-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, and other innovative digital devices, has announced the launch of the new DIMENSE DA-640, a state-of-the art wide-format dimensional surface printer that produces full-color prints with unique embossing effects more easily and cost-effectively than alternative methods, allowing for high-value, high-impact output across a range of applications, on-demand. Whether you’re a print provider who wants to expand into décor or an interior designer creating exclusive rich finishes and textures, the DA-640’s unique capabilities open the door to profitable new channels for you and your business.

 

Equipped with newly developed printheads engineered to deliver stunning output, the DA-640 is the centerpiece of the DIMENSE solution, which also consists of specialized media that raises up to 2 mm in thickness when exposed to heat in the printer and a structural ink that precisely controls where the embossing occurs on the print. The DA-640’s advanced design, simple operation, and streamlined workflow ensure outstanding productivity, while low running costs and media waste reduction features maximize profitability. Further enhancing ease of use and convenience are a built-in 7-inch touchscreen display, a newly designed torque-based take-up system for hands-free media management during longer runs, and an advanced 14-zone heater system that allows for easy setup and calibration while also helping to maintain consistent production.

 

“Roland DG developed the DIMENSE DA-640 in response to growing demand within the hospitality, commercial, residential, and retail sectors for unique indoor settings that reflect individual styles, stand out, and create a lasting impression,” said Kitt Jones, Roland DGA’s Segment Manager of Interior Design and Surface Decoration. “Together with its specialized DIMENSE media and inks, this revolutionary machine creates wallcoverings, fine art, displays, roll-up banners, and more with incredible visual and tactile appeal in one simple, seamless process. It’s a cutting-edge system that gives not only interior designers and architects, but also print providers, the ability to supply what the marketplace is asking for and profit significantly.”

 

The DA-640 unlocks the potential of full-color dimensional printing, enabling on-demand production of textured interior surfaces without requiring specialized design skills. From “one-offs” to large-quantity repeatable projects, this printer broadens creative possibilities beyond standard surface printing by allowing you to utilize your own designs, ready-made artwork, or customizable creations. Users can enhance prints with embossed effects and customize single-pass four-color prints or structure-only paintable media with the DIMENSE solution. This creates unique, attention-grabbing finishes that command premium prices and foster customer loyalty.

 

DA-640 users can choose from a wide variety of specialized DIMENSE media available, such as matte, suede, silver, gold, pearl, and chameleon offerings. This lineup includes media that is compliant with the U.S. Type Ⅱ standard, which defines the performance of wallpaper for commercial applications and provides assurance that it offers a high level of scratch resistance. In addition to the DIMENSE media options, users can print on select third-party media, further increasing the DA-640’s versatility and range of applications. Tension fabric and roll-up banners for indoor signs and displays are available for selecting the most appropriate media for different situations.

 

The DIMENSE digital printing solution is also eco-friendly, providing users with extra peace of mind. DIMENSE media is PVC-free, the CMYK inks are water-based resin, and the structural ink is butylene glycol-free and meets various safety standards, including AgBB, A+, UL, and GREENGUARD Gold “Unrestricted wallcoverings.”

 

For ease of use, print data creation can be done not only in popular design applications, but also in the new Roland DG Connect Designer DIMENSE Module, which lets you create everything from simple designs to embossing layers and offers a visualizer for previewing the output effects before printing. VersaWorks^® 7 software (now compatible with both Windows and macOS) is included with the DA-640 as well. This powerful, intuitive RIP allows anyone to easily set detailed print settings and produce high-quality output, so even first-time users can start printing immediately after installation. DA-640 users will also appreciate having access to Roland DG Connect – a comprehensive Cloud-based platform that provides real-time device monitoring, usage analytics, firmware updates, inventory management tools, and a host of additional features and resources.

 

“At present, only about 5% of wallpaper printing has been digitalized, so there is tremendous growth and profit potential for the high-end digital printing of interior surfaces,” noted Jones. “The introduction of the DA-640 creates new opportunities to add texture and value to a wide range of applications and makes the DIMENSE solution accessible to a wider group of potential users.”

 

Available now through authorized Roland DGA dealers, the DA-640 comes bundled with a BOFA air filtration unit, a set of DA-IA inks, and four different types of DIMENSE media (Matte Extra, Pearl Type II, Pearl Textile and Suede). Backed by Roland DG’s legendary reliability, unmatched support, and an expanding eco-system of digital tools and materials, the DA-640 is more than printer – it’s a business growth machine.

 

To learn more about the new DIMENSE DA-640, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/da-640. For more information on Roland DGA or Roland DGA’s complete product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

 

About Roland DG Americas

 

Roland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries.

By: EMT International

Hobart, Wisconsin, USA (June 26, 2025) – EMT International, a global leader in finishing equipment for digital print and label production, has introduced a next-generation creasing solution designed to help printers and mailers maintain flawless folds — even on heavy stocks and coated substrates.

 

Now available as a modular upgrade, EMT’s new Cross and Linear Creasing module delivers traditional, high-quality creases that prevent cracking and preserve print integrity throughout the finishing process. The system supports both cross-web and in-line creasing applications and is ideal for high-value direct mail, greeting cards, postcards, and other folded formats.

 

“Many of our customers are working with heavier materials and demanding print finishes, where scoring alone just doesn’t cut it,” said Mike Herold, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at EMT International. “This new creasing technology gives them the control, precision, and automation they need to protect their work — and their margins.”

 

Key features include:

• Dual-direction creasing: Easily configure tools for both fold directions to support a wide range of jobs
• Adjustable crease depth: Fine-tuned control to match media thickness and optimize quality
• Barcode and recipe integration: Automate crease setup using 2D barcodes and pre-programmed job recipes for seamless changeovers

Compatible with EMT’s Chameleon line and other finishing systems, this technology is designed for easy integration into existing workflows.

To learn more about EMT’s new creasing solutions, visit emtinternational.com/product/cross-creaser

 

About EMT International, Inc.

With over 80 years’ experience, EMT International is recognized as a world leader in engineering and manufacturing superior quality finishing equipment, accessories, and web transport solutions, serving OEM and converting customers worldwide in the paper, document processing, packaging, label, and printing industries.

 

EMT has the design and development expertise to create highly customized, application-driven solutions in offset, flexo and digital inkjet technologies. Headquartered in Northeast Wisconsin and Siek, Germany (Rotocontrol), EMT’s global success was built on a reputation for innovation and world-class service.