Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Specialist at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, says that inkjet production printers can aid in unleashing local printing businesses’ potential. Commercial printers in South Africa face a number of challenges in today’s economy including the rise of all things digital, economic stress, heightened competition, rising costs and the importance of environmental concerns. Middel looks at five key challenges that commercial printers face and offers potential solutions. 1. Digital Transformation With the rise of digital media and online communication channels, the print industry has faced a significant [...]

Visitors who are attending the Africa Print Expo, taking place from 13-15 September 2023 at Gallagher Convention Centre, can maximise their experience by downloading the SignPrintNews app. The app will feature breaking expo news – be the first to know about new products that are launched at the event as well as other exhibitor news, demonstrations and specials. Other app benefits: The app is also packed with features that allow you to find products, suppliers and deals, and view and load industry relevant classifieds regionalised per country. Classifieds: advertise used [...]

According to Mohammed Vachiat, Head of Sales and Innovation at Konica Minolta South Africa, the days of flat, mundane printouts are long gone. Today, print media is a canvas for creativity, a tool for innovation, and a catalyst for captivating customer experiences. With dynamic colours that make communications pop, unique personalisation opportunities, and innovative embellishments that add a touch of luxury, printed media is an art form that captivates and inspires. In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, it’s easy to assume that print and paper are a thing of the [...]

Since the invention of the movable mass printing press by German goldsmith Johannes Gutenberg in 1436, the world has seen a relentless and exponential growth in knowledge, literacy, scientific exploration, and countless benefits to human society. Overnight, reading and writing went from the exclusive domain of monks and the elite, to opening up a new world of enlightenment for all. In celebration of International Print Day (26 October), Jane Molony, executive director of the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) discusses the vital roles that paper and print [...]