#Digital Printing

2021-04-15

Erhardt+Leimer to take part in Virtual Drupa 2021

From April 20–23, 2021 the first Virtual Drupa will take place, featuring an online conference area, an exhibition space and a networking plaza dedicated to simulate in the best way possible some of the possibilities a real trade fair has to offer.

The Erhardt+Leimer show room can be visited at:

virtual.drupa.com/vis/v1/en/exhibitors/drupa2020.2679644 .

It offers information on the company’s range of products for web guiding, web tension control, web monitoring and quality inspection. Individual components, such as sensors and actuators, are described in detail, and Erhardt+Leimer sales staff explain the features and benefits of the different automation and inspection systems in short video sequences.

Dirk Schröder, head of the printing/film/foil sales division at Erhardt+Leimer, will give a live presentation on April 20 at 3.10 pm on the topic of “Providing the basics for an optimized production by means of using networkable systems“. All presentations are listed at events.drupa.de/en/index-en.

The networking plaza is intended to enable exhibitors and visitors to network, chat and make appointments with each other in a targeted manner.

One of the videos provided on the Erhardt+Leimer exhibitor page at virtual.drupa 2021 © 2021 Erhardt+Leimer

USColorworks expands digital platform with Kornit Atlas MATRIX and Atlas MAX PLUS solutions

Kornit Digital Ltd. (NASDAQ: KRNT), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production, today announced that USColorworks, a North Carolina-based apparel decoration and fulfillment company specializing in custom and on-demand printing for retail and promotional markets, has expanded its Kornit digital production platform with the addition of Atlas MATRIX and Atlas MAX PLUS systems to deliver high-quality, on-demand apparel across cotton, blended fabrics and polyester.

DTF vs DTG Printing - The technologies shaping today’s custom merchandise market

From sportswear to branded tote bags, custom merchandise continues to grow in popularity across sectors, driving print shops to cater to short runs, personalisation, and rapid turnaround. As print providers look to this market, two printing technologies often stand out: Direct‑to‑Film (DTF) and Direct‑to‑Garment (DTG). Each offers its own benefits, and understanding these differences helps determine the most suitable production method for print service providers.

Mimaki celebrates Triple EDP Award win at FESPA 2026

Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printers and cutting plotters, was presented with 3 EDP Awards at the association’s 2026 ceremony, held at FESPA Global Print Expo. These highly acclaimed awards celebrate best-in-class innovation across the print industry, and Mimaki was honoured in three different categories.

EFI brings high-performance display graphics, packaging, and textile printing innovations to FESPA 2026

Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (EFI™) is bringing a broad range of new hybrid, roll-to-roll, and textile inkjet innovations to FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, taking place 19-22 May at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Visitors to the EFI stand (Hall 3, #C85) will see the new EFI VUTEk M3h X hybrid LED printer, new EFI VUTEk® FabriVU® 340 i8 eight-colour dye sublimation printer, the EFI VUTEk X5r roll-to-roll LED printer, and the EFI VUTEk Q3h XP seven-colour hybrid printer in action, each designed to help sign and display producers scale output, diversify applications, and drive more profitable growth.

Rieter sees Barmag integration on track as orders and sales rise

The first half of 2026 was shaped by the successful completion of the largest acquisition in Rieter’s history. The Man-Made Fiber Division enables entry into the growth segment of man-made fibers and sustainably strengthens Rieter’s market position in the Asia region. The expanded Group is now the world’s leading system supplier for the processing of natural and man-made fibers. In the first half of the year, initial cost savings in material costs and operating expenses have already been realized. The targeted synergies are expected to amount to at least CHF 20 million by the end of the 2028 financial year. Due to the completion of the acquisition on February 2, 2026, the first half of the year for the Man-Made Fiber Division only amounts to five months.