Second day from SPICYtalks19 in Berlin is over, and basically SPICYtalks19 is now history. What a show, and what a great event to be part of. Enjoy our second day coverage, and stay tuned for interviews shortly!

First day from SPICYtalks19 in Berlin is over, and we are awaiting another exciting day. The first day is always about meeting people you know, to check out the location, and to figure out what tracks to follow. INKISH was asked by CHILI publish to cover the event, which we really like - exciting people, amazingly great technology, and new network opportunities are just a few of the ingredients to make this soup SPICY. Enjoy our coverage of the first day, and stay tuned for Day 2. We will also have a range of great interviews (full length) with Kevin Goeminne, Theresa Regli, Thomas Julé, and Alan Dixon.

One of the things we have found quite exciting in the global inkjet-journey is how the same printheads are utilized so differently with various vendors. Printheads are only one component in delivering a successful printing machine, and in this film, we talk to Head of Sales Erik Van Sloten about the Mouvent technology. The Mouvent UV-based machines use FujiFilm Samba printheads. Still, the BOBST company has developed inks, drivers, and maybe most importantly, built the printheads into a cluster configuration that ensures speed, quality, and a high degree of flexibility. Enjoy the film!

CFO Jim Vosburgh from Gilson Graphics attends EFI/EPS Connect 2022 in Vegas with three colleagues. In this short film from Las Vegas, Jim Vosburg tells why he attends Connect for the ninth or tenth time.

Jussi Heinämäki is the General Manager of Spandex in Finland - and in this interview from Sign, Print & Promotion, I get the opportunity to learn - actually a lot. I am not so skilled in the substrates and machines for the interior deco market, but whau it's amazing to see what can be done. Spandex operates in more than 20 countries and looking at their booth, and the samples they have brought along - I am blown away! Jussi Heinämäki, of course, has to focus on the business side of his business, but he still seems quite satisfied with both the booth, the products he represents, and the potential still in the market. Great talking with him! LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jussiheinamaki/

I am delighted to invite today Sophie Viel, President of Printecom, for this "OverThe Skype" session, in particular as part of the initiative launched in the United States by the famous print ambassador Deborah Corn, the “Girls Who Print” initiative, which aims to support companies, initiatives and projects led by women in the Graphic Industries worldwide. This year “GirlsWhoPrint” Day will take place on October 22nd and INKISH will be happy to support this event. Sophie Viel tells us about her career, the creation of her company Printecom 4 years ago and today her news, the launch of her platform: https://printecom.fr/ Through this interview you will discover the genesis of this project, the targeted markets and the 4 universes that make it up: Printebrand : objects, events, print, signage, etc. Printegreen: Plant communication, Made in France, Eco-friendly textiles and promotional items... Printedeco : personalized corporate decoration (frames, promotional carpets, personalized decorative objects) and corporate furniture with logo ... Printeprotec : Safety at work: reflective objects, first aid kits and Anti-Covid protection, etc. Sophie Viel stresses the importance of the support and personalized advice that accompanies her Internet store. Sophie ends this interview by sharing with us the next evolutions of her platform with an enlarged catalog and product range, an online order follow-up, a reinforced quality control, ... Take advantage of the experience, energy and professionalism of Sophie Viel, a Girl Who Print in France and visit her online ordering platform now: https://printecom.fr/ --- Je suis ravi d’inviter aujourd’hui Sophie Viel, présidente de Printecom, pour cette session "OverThe Skype" ce, notamment dans le cadre de l’initiative lancée aux Etats-Unis par la célèbre ambassadrice du print Deborah Corn, l’initiative Girls Who Print, qui vise à soutenir les entreprises, les initiatives, les projets menés par les femmes des Industries graphiques dans le monde entier. Cette année, la journée "GirlsWhoPrint" aura lieu le 22 octobre et INKISH sera ravi de soutenir cet événement. Sophie Viel nous raconte son parcours, la création de son entreprise Printecom il y a 4 ans et aujourd’hui son actualité, le lancement de sa plateforme https://printecom.fr/ A travers cet entretien vous découvrirez la genèse de ce projet, les marchés ciblés et les 4 univers qui la composent : Printebrand : objets, événementiel, Print, signalétique… Printegreen : Communication végétale, Made in France, Textiles Ecolo et objets publicitaires écologiques… Printedeco : décoration d’entreprise personnalisée (cadres, tapis promotionnel, objets déco personnalisés) et mobilier d’entreprise avec logo… Printeprotec : Sécurité au travail : objets réfléchissants, kits premiers secours et protection Anti-Covid… Sophie Viel insiste sur l’importance de l’accompagnement et les conseils personnalisés qui accompagne sa boutique Internet. Sophie finit cet entretien en nous partageant dès à présent les prochaines évolutions à venir de sa plateforme avec un élargissement du catalogue et de la gamme des produits, un suivi de la commande en ligne, un contrôle qualité renforcé, … Profitez de l’expérience, de l’énergie, du professionnalisme de Sophie Viel, a Girl Who Print in France et visitez dès à présent sa plateforme de commande en ligne : https://printecom.fr/

At the Think Smart Factory Event in Kyoto, we found this presentation of a simple-to-use screen printing solution - also produced by Horizon. Everybody talks about highly technical solutions and the move to digital print. Still, for hobbyists and for small shops, the basic investment and the time to produce a garment with print isn't high or time-consuming. This film also shows the craftsmanship that is the foundation of many of the products we produce. We like this short video showing t-shirt print 100% analogue.

EFI is one of the largest software companies in the printing industry - and of course, also delivering some of the most recognized printers as well. At the recent Inkjet Update Conference in Denmark, Christian Schowalter, who is the Director, Fiery Market Segment Management gave an excellent speech about Inkjet, workflow/automation and how EFI contributes to the problem-solving. We spoke with Christian Schowalter after his presentation, and here it is. Enjoy!

When we met Simon Cooper from Solopress for the first time three years ago, his company Solopress had just invested in their first HP T-250. Now three years later, Cooper visits Innovationdays for the first time and is excited as it seems that Solopress will be the first investor in a new Müller Martini binding solution again. Great to meet people face to face.

In this interview, Jamie Walsh from Solimar Systems explains how using Solimar Systems will free up capacity on existing printing equipment, as the data will be more streamlined, freeing up space on the machines. Solimar has a great reputation for involving customers in its academies and is engaged with customers to secure success. Jamie Walsh handles EMEA. Enjoy!

Managing tons of in and outbound mail in an assurance company requires the right software and printers to optimize production. Craig Coley, Corporate Services Director, explains how he is using Solimar - and their support - to manage to scan of inbound documents and to manage an optimized PDF output. Craig Coley also emphasizes that the support he gets from Solimar is amazing, but listen to him for yourself!

When you see this wonderful Print Sample TV episode, you will clearly see how you get your way to host Pat McGrew's heart. Enhancement is the secret element, and ABG for sure has created a sample kit that demonstrates the value of working with his great company. Check in and enjoy the enhancement moment.

Most printers are looking for ways to increase their productivity and with software from US-based OpenSoft, the chances have become greater. DaVinci is a software where customers can preview their designs with varnishes and foils. Really cool. OpenSoft is also the developers of Scissorhands - a unique software to increase productivity on your guillotine. At Argos Inspiration Days in Brussels, we got a chance to talk to Eric Ninane who is the Sales Manager of OpenSoft in Europe. Enjoy!

Though the need for an automated workflow is becoming universal, there’s no one-size-fits all solution. The Book Smart Suite is an automated end-to-end solution designed to increase the efficiency of book printing. This package of proven automated workflow, press, media and finishing solutions is tailored to meet the needs of book manufacturers and publishers, while opening the door for commercial printers looking to expand into the digital production book market. Book iX combines the varioPRINT iX-series inkjet color digital press and Inline Finishing with Conveyance Workflow’s intuitive business rules, enables the batching of incoming work orders by similar job groupings, applies dynamic impositions, creates barcodes for cover and text block authentication, routes and tracks order items to appropriate devices, and helps maintain the integrity and order status communication via JDF/JMF protocol. During this session, you will learn about the Book iX end-to-end digital book manufacturing solution, the newest addition to the Book Smart Suite. Speakers for this session are: Allen Filson · Jane Nerf · Jeff Sarringar · Dennis Soucy · Nick Thorne

Smart Factories need powerful MIS systems to automate & communicate, where is it going?

Slimbox is one of the exhibitors at Argos Inspiration Days in Brussels famous Autoworld car museum. Slimbox is a new machine that makes packaging even more flexible and with cost saving just one of the many advantages. Sign up: www.argosinspirationdays.com

Super interesting chat between James Quirk and Sławomir Janecki - talking about being one of the world's largest suppliers of various consumables - solving some of the challenges converters face. Super interesting!

Recently Tecnau sent out a press release stating that they have acquired SITMA. SITMA is also located in northern Italy and specializes in packaging and logistics solutions. In this interview with CEO Stefano De Marco from Tecnau, De Marco explains some of the reasons why SITMA, in his opinion, is a good fit for Tecnau and how SITMA and Tecnau complement each other. He also explains that SITMA has customers in segments other than Tecnau and a different market presence, giving both companies new opportunities. SITMA will continue to operate under the SITMA brand - but, of course, seeking to explore the synergies.

Sitha Sok with Italgrafica offers label printing and has had a great experience using DURST presses. She describes how important it is for them to serve their customer base with a variety of products for every label sector.

Simon Roberts is the MD/GM of IST Intech in the UK. With a background in automotive, his perspective is broader than print, and he also explains that as IST Intech grows, it's important to grow outside the printing industry even more. Interesting interview that also touches upon the integration between the different branches - and always interesting to talk to management., and understand where business is going. Enjoy!

Interesting chat with Simon Lewis from Highcon!

Preparations for drupa are in focus, and many things have changed at Highcon since the 2016 edition. If you were there, you for sure remember the booth and the beautiful paper dresses that were used to show how great highcon products are - but also a bit misaligned with today's strategies, which are razer-focused on folding cartons and corrugated - and in this interview with VP Strategy & Marketing, Simon Lewis we get a great insight into what to expect. Enjoy!

This is a VERY interesting film - full disclaimer - I love it. Karis Copp interviewed Jordy Silva de Jong in a recent interview done at FESPA - and we simply had to talk with him about their project SignAgain. Probo is a large reseller-only wide-format production company in the Netherlands, and as so many companies experience - they produce waste from the production. Still, they also deliver products that often end up in landfills or are burned. Probo has now turned waste into a viable recycling venture called SignAgain, which takes PVC waste and recycles this into new boards with many great properties - and in this film, you can hear and see all about it. And pay attention to the Wonderland event Jordy Silva de Jong speaks about initially.