The Africa Print Expo, held from 13-15 September at Gallagher Convention Centre, was bustling with many returning visitors per day, while exhibitors set social media alight with their stand videos and pictures. Bells were ringing on stands with sales being made, and the overall feedback illustrated an extremely good looking expo with a diversity of products and thousands of brands on exhibit. The expo attracted 4735 visitors from 18 countries, a 15% increase from 2022. The top ten countries that visited outside South Africa were Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Lesotho, [...]

Kemtek Imaging Solutions showcased HP Indigo packaging solutions, Creality 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving technology at the Africa Print Expo, which took place at Gallagher Convention Centre from 13-15 September. Visitors could learn about the the company’s HP Indigo solutions, which include the series 3 (B3 format), as well as the series 4 and 5 (B2 format). The HP Indigo 100K (series 5, a productive B2 commercial printer), 35K (series 4 for folding carton), 6K (series 3 for labels and packaging) and 25K (series 4) were highlighted. The company’s [...]

Fujifilm Graphic Communication South Africa showcased its flatbed printing, cutting, software solutions and more at the Africa Print Expo, which took place at Gallagher Convention Centre from 13-15 September. Visitors could experience the new technology, equipment, software, and applications live. Visitors could book their their personalised one-on-one demonstration on the stand with one of the company’s product specialists. Visitors could also join trend sharing sessions with keynote speakers from Summa and Caldera, and an assembly of experienced professionals. Product Highlights: Summa F Series Flatbed Cutter Users can unleash their creativity [...]

Sign-Tronic will demonstrate its ColoRate Industrial Series large format dye-sublimation digital printer at the upcoming Africa Print Expo, taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre from 13-15 September. The machine will be demonstrated while running at 1100sqm/hr with dye-sublimation and pigmented ink on uncoated paper for production solutions such as textile, point of sale displays, posters and more. The machine sets new standards in high resolution dye-sublimation printing for vibrant indoor or outdoor applications. Users can realise new business opportunities and increase profits with this printer, supported by proven Sign-Tronic ink [...]

Midcomp will showcase its printing and packaging technology at the upcoming Africa Print Expo, taking place from 13-15 September 2023 at Gallagher Convention Centre. HP Latex R2000 Hybrid Printer HP’s Hybrid Latex R series delivers print excellence in vivid colours and achieves consistency across rigid and flexible substrates. The series pioneers white ink capabilities with the introduction of HP Latex White ink, which allows users to print the glossiest of whites with no yellowing over time. HP PageWide XL Pro 5200 Printer Transitioning from short-term poster jobs to technical [...]

Brands and consumers are placing increasing demands on the print service provider (PSP), with higher quality, shorter runs, more versatility and flexibility being required. Digital printing helps to meet these increasing demands, as well as demands for faster time-to-market and cost savings. PSP’s also need to approach brands with exciting possibilities they can create to meet customers’ demands for something personal and unique. Digital printing is the ideal opportunity to create packaging that targets and engages modern consumers, and it does this by providing: – Customisation and versioning and limitless editions: delivering [...]

Attending the Africa Print Expo is a great way to connect and network with other professionals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover new solutions that can elevate your business. Visitors at the exhibition will have the opportunity to meet with industry-leading companies, who will showcase their latest innovations in digital label printing, litho print solutions, encapsulating and laminating, branding, binding equipment, digital packaging solutions, graphics, digital printing and other cutting edge technology. See live product demonstrations, and get a feel for how these can benefit your business. [...]

According to market intelligence and advisory firm Mordor Intelligence, ‘the growing advertising needs of enterprises across the world and extensive technological proliferation are the key factors driving the market growth of commercial printing. Many organisations are adopting commercial printers as they are more cost-effective and efficient for bulk printing.’  ‘Including customised marketing messages in promotional and marketing strategies is one of the drivers of the commercial printing industry. There is a significant demand for personalised printed content, which is being catered to by commercial printing companies that use digital [...]

Printing SA will educate visitors about their member benefits and services at the Africa Print Expo, taking place from 13-15 September at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg.  Printing SA represent the interests of the printing, packaging, branding, creative design, marketing and communications industries. They ensure the industry is sustainable and that all stakeholders and, in particular, its members prosper. Visitors will have the opportunity to speak to representatives to find out about their member benefits, such as: human resources consultancy services; industrial relations consultancy services; B-BBEE advisory and consultancy [...]

The packaging industry serves numerous different sectors, whether it is food, beverage or medical, to name a few. Packaging is also the first impression a customer gets of a product, and can determine whether the consumer buys the product or not.  Gary Stockenstroom, product manager for Fujifilm Graphic Communication South Africa, said the integration of digital inkjet printbars into existing printing lines is the most exciting development in packaging. ‘The ink being jetted is water-based and has a minimal environmental impact, and this includes the flexible packaging application. It’s more [...]