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M0 vs. M1 Measurement Modes: Why M1 Is Superior

During this time of COVID-19, I sat back in casual clothes and enjoyed attending FTA’s Virtual FORUM 2020. There were great topics that ranged from doctor blades, color management and expanded gamut (EG), to GRACoL and brand management. But it didn’t matter what the topic was—During what seemed like every Q&A session, inevitably somebody asked … Continued

GMG Releases GMG OpenColor 2.4

TUEBINGEN, Germany—GMG has released GMG OpenColor 2.4, extending the award-winning solution with the profiling of digital printing presses. Digital printing is becoming increasingly important, especially in the packaging industry. The reasons for this are shorter product cycles as well as the ongoing trend of personalized print products. In general, the desire for more flexibility in … Continued

Continuous Improvement Creates & Controls Cost-Cutting Opportunities at Press

Since the process of flexographic printing was conceived, an increasing demand for consistency, print quality and creative design elements has led to the application of continuous improvement across all channels. Sophisticated point-of-sale packaging, or labeling, has been a key driver for the success, thanks to flexography’s proven posture. Simply put, it’s less expensive and more … Continued

BOBST and Industry Partners Open Doors to New Flexo Center of Excellence

MEX, Switzerland—BOBST hosted an open house at its new Flexo Center of Excellence at Bobst Bielefeld on Feb. 13, giving attendees the opportunity to experience the entire flexo process from start to finish. The Competence Center at Bobst Bielefeld has been extended to include a prepress room, meaning it is now a fully comprehensive Center … Continued

Pantone Reveals Color of the Year 2020: PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue

CARLSTADT, NJ—Pantone, a provider of professional color language standards and digital solutions, and X-Rite Inc announced PANTONE 19-4052, Classic Blue, as the Pantone Color of the Year for 2020—a timeless and enduring hue elegant in its simplicity. Suggestive of the sky at dusk, the reassuring qualities of the thought-provoking PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue highlight our … Continued