Tharstern Desktop is a comprehensive MIS solution tailored to PSPs working with everything from offset to packaging and everything in between. At PRINTING United, we got a chance to talk to Chief Revenue Officer Lee Ward from Tharstern. In an interesting interview, you will learn that the Desktop version is a strong platform with integrations to other major software platforms, able to integrate into almost any software at any given point with a strong set of APIs. Ward also gives an insight into the implementation process, time, pain stakes, and the value of choosing to upgrade existing MIS systems to Tharstern, obviously :-)  

Adrienne Palmer, chief editor of DTF Printing, serves on the advisory board for the Women in Print Alliance. On the heels of a sold-out luncheon at PRINTING United Expo ‘24, she discussed the organization’s grassroots beginnings a decade ago.

INKISH's Mark Vruno talks to Adriano Gut about neon and fluorescent colors. Gut talks about an increasing demand from the fashion and textile industry - super interesting!

Müller Martini took over years ago, binding equipment from Heidelberg, and since then, the relationship has been tight. In the Home of Print space, you'll find Müller Martini showcasing the newest and latest within stitching. We, however, also get around the situation in the US, how Müller Martini see opportunities in emerging markets - super interesting, as always, talking to Adrian Mayr.

In this session, we talk to Head of Product Management & Corporate Marketing, Adrian Mayr from Müller Martini. The Swiss binding equipment vendor is a well-known exhibitor at tradeshows like drupa and even decided to participate at printing-expo.online. This session will discuss what needs the expo's fulfilled and what Müller Martini expects from participating in events like drupa vs. a virtual event. We will also discuss whether virtual events can do things that the physicals can't?

In this film, Head of Product Management & Corporate Marketing Adrian Mayr gives us some insight from the Müller Martini operation in Zofingen, Switzerland. It's not the first time we've filmed from Müller Martini, but it was interesting to see it again and learn how they service their customers globally. Enjoy!

With a vast background within Müller Martini, Adrian Mayr is the perfect Head of Product & Partner Management as he bridges the different technologies and needs when developing a new product. That and other things we get to discuss in this nice interview!  

Siegwerk also participates in the Seiko Open Week 2022 in Frankfurt, and one of the things he is showcasing is a new mat UV varnish they have developed for Inkjet. In the interview with Adrian Haas, we talk about how Siegwerk develops inks and varnishes for inkjet, currently only available for flexo. Great chat, and for sure to learn from!

Morten from Inkish interviews Adrian from All4Labels at the Actega booth. Despite the heat and broken air conditioning, Adrian speaks enthusiastically about All4Labels’ long history dating back over 130 years and their reputation as a first mover in the label industry. He explains that while All4Labels does not have its own booth at the show, they are present through partnerships, especially with Actega, using Actega’s technology in two key products: Star Shine and Star Direct. These are used to create on-demand digital metal finishes and are central to their focus on sustainability and innovation. Adrian highlights that the decision to adopt this technology was driven by sustainability goals, which made it easy to present to customers as part of their ongoing innovation strategy. The products are fully recyclable, and they recently received RestiGlass approval for PET with Star Shine and Star Lake, which supports recyclability efforts. He says the implementation has been well received by both their sales teams and production staff, and their leadership actively encourages further development in collaboration with Actega. He describes the process as similar in principle to old bronzing techniques but far cleaner and more advanced, with metallic flakes applied to an adhesive and then overprinted. The technology works with various printing methods, including silk screen, flexo, offset, and digital, and performs well in durability tests. Adrian concludes that combining sustainability, scalability, and high visual quality has given All4Labels a competitive edge and that the entire company is excited about continuing this innovative journey.

Warren Werbitt IS print. With a background as a co-owner of a Canadian printing company, he knows what he talks about, and many know him from What They Think's 'Printer to Printer' and as consultant and speaker under his own brand as 'The Print Whisperer.' Warren Werbitt is also involved with APTECH and, more recently, Taktiful, which has a mission to educate printers about embellishment. Editor Morten B. Reitoft met with Warren Werbitt at Scodix's booth at PRINTING United and had a talk about why embellishment is important. We hope you will enjoy!

At the BOBST Open House, we met with Manufacturing Director Mike Thompson from Thomco. A considerable part of Thomcos business is tape converting, but the company needs to invest in inkjet-based print technology to further its product offerings. Not only for printing on tape but also to offer labels to the company's customers.

CERM is a producer of a Management Information System (MIS) which provides a complete solution in Business Management for the labels and packaging printing industry. Companies achieve their goals through the added value of their total solutions. Cerm’s MIS software helps Label and Packaging printers to better automate and manage their business, interconnecting all components and functions of a print shop from CRM, pre-press software, print presses, finishing equipment, logistics service providers and suppliers. Discover all the advantages of this MIS software for your business & more https://www.cerm.net Company details: CERM Europe (HQ) Siemenslaan 17 8020 Oostkamp (Brugge) Belgium +32(0)50 83 38 83 info@cerm.net CERM US 3752 88th Ave Zeeland, MI 49464 United States CERM Australia 17 Highcrest Street Ocean View 4521 QLD Australia

When Pat McGrew goes to Italy she brings back samples that rock - and here she presents great samples produced by Ricoh. Textures, different substrates, seem that the imagination is the only limit you have, so be inspired by your host and evangelist Pat McGrew!

A few days ago, I saw on 'Packaging Unboxd Podcast,' an episode titled "Elon Musk Controversy....' where he claims that Recycling is Pointless. Right away, I contacted Adam Peek and asked if he would join me to chat about his doings and plastics, sustainability, and many more interesting things. I met Adam Peek in Salt Lake City about a year ago, and I find him very knowledgeable. I am pleased that he now does podcasts and has a consultancy company. Watch/listen to this exciting conversation; I am sure you will find it valuable. Link to the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/live/12g6q1m8T7o?si=ee9f8YZTYSKof5Qj

Photo products continue to be an exciting market for producers and retailers. They need software to get orders and let consumers design and order their unique designs. Taopix is a 17-year-old software company from the UK that quietly (relatively) has grown into a company serving customers globally. The former CFO, Adam Grieve, was recently promoted to the Managing Director of Taopix. In this interview, we get insight into his role, his work, how Taopix at drupa launched the cloud-based solution - and what opportunities this brings to the market. Super nice talking to Adam Grieve, so please enjoy the interview :-)

Arlon is an American established name within the broad fleet and vehicle graphics solutions segment. Their offering varies from full or partial vehicle wraps, fleet markings, and window films. Arlon has its EMEA headquarters in The Hague (NL) and therefore plays a home match here in Amsterdam. In our pleasant conversation with their Vice President, Adam Bratter, we learned that Quality is at the core of everything they do, and that is reflected in their products. A pleasant introduction to Arlon Graphics.  

MPrint is a member of the Leonhard Kurz family specializing in the production of mainly inkjet devices. In this film Sales Director Achim Herzog walks us through how they develop technology to be integrated with various types of equipment as well as being integrated with sister companies' hardware. In this film, you'll get a great insight into how MPrint thinks and what they offer. Interesting!

MPrint is one of the many interesting companies in the Leonhard Kurz group. MPrint focuses on developing and producing compact digital print units that can be used in industrial applications. At the IST UV-Days, Sales Director Achim Herzog explains the difficulties with compact designs and also the opportunities with the modular and diverse approach of the devices. At IST UV-Days, MPrint also shows a work-in-progress CMYK print module, and have got a lot of great feedback from the market, but see for yourself :-)

It's not a secret that IST UV-days is about technology, consumables, substrates, software, and everything that makes UV/LED-UV an amazing technology. Yet SwissQprint has decided to bring one of their large-format printers, the Ipala 5, so whoa, what do they do? It was a pleasure to see Achim Herzog as the new CEO for SwissQprint in Germany.

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett sits down with Abrar Agboatwala from Hi-Tech Printing Services to discuss his inspiring journey from London’s corporate world to the family business in Mumbai. After completing his education and working in management consulting in the UK, Abrar boldly returned to India, bringing his strategic expertise to his father’s company, which specializes in pharmaceutical and food packaging. Now, four months into the business, he is learning the printing industry's technical aspects while leveraging his operational efficiency and customer coordination skills. Attending Printpack India for the first time, Abrar is on a mission to upgrade his company’s equipment, particularly in folder-gluers and blanking machines, as automation becomes increasingly essential in the Indian print sector. This conversation highlights the importance of attracting young talent to the print industry and the growing role of automation in India’s packaging market. Abrar’s story is a testament to the potential of blending modern business acumen with traditional manufacturing expertise to drive innovation and efficiency.

LabelExpo is about machines, labels, samples, software, consumables, and, most importantly, people. At OMET's booth, INKISH editor Morten B. Reitoft meets with President John McDowell from McDowell Label (Resource Label Group) and talks about the market, family, and of course, also OMET. John McDowell is a really nice guy, and we are sure you will like this interview. Tune in!

John Panton is a leading capacity in the South African printing industry, and his company ColorFlow Solutions help hundreds of printing companies manage colors. In this interview, John Panton gives you a short background and why color management, even in a digital print space, is necessary. Enjoy! LinkedIn Profile

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett speaks with Abhay Datta, CEO and founder of UV Graphic, about the company’s journey since its inception in 1986 and its growing influence in the flexographic printing industry. Originally focused on manufacturing UV curing systems, UV Graphic has since expanded into coating machines, hot foil stamping, and flexographic printing presses, all designed and built in-house at its facility in Noida, just 15 kilometers from the exhibition venue. Datta highlights the booming Indian market for label presses, which are now increasingly used for flexible packaging applications. With their versatility, UV Graphic’s presses can handle in-mold labels, stand-up pouches, lamitubes, and even carton stock up to 600 microns. The company’s collaboration with Kurz on foil optimization further enhances its capabilities, catering to a rapidly growing customer base. Beyond India, UV Graphic has a strong global presence, exporting machines to Mexico, North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East through a network of international agents. With dedicated engineers and specialists providing technical support worldwide, the company is well-positioned for continued expansion. For those interested in the future of flexographic printing and label innovation, this conversation provides valuable insights into UV Graphic’s technological advancements and global strategy.

As mentioned a couple of times, CERM did some super nice panel debates from their booth, and James Brennan was in a panel with Stuart Morrison from Screen and Dennish Ebeltoft from Springfield. It is great to hear how solutions are actually integrated.