Great meeting with Remko Koolbergen from DG Press, who exhibits at Drupa 2024. Expectations are high as the DG Press presents its security solutions, along with other hybrid solutions!

We all get these tiny inlay pieces in pharmaceutical packs - but who produces them - and is this at all an interesting market? Well, in this Print Sample TV edition with Pat McGrew, you will get insights from her presenting a brilliant print sample produced by Mercantile Press. We will, of course, sharpen our eyes, buy new glasses, and dig into the small print possible presented in this excellent Print Sample TV edition!

The publishing industry is changing at an unprecedented rate. For book printers, being able to produce short runs of books with a rapid turnaround time is becoming the basis of this success. Join us to find out why more than half of inkjet printed books are produced on HP presses and how HP is working to help the publishing industry to reinvent itself.

Is it at all possible to print "meat"? Most probably disagree that it is possible; nevertheless, this is precisely what Redefine Meat is all about! Think of meat as layers of complex structure crafted from muscle, fat, and blood, and if you can recreate the structures and replace the animal components with plant-based, you get something that not only looks like meat but have taste, texture, and feel like meat. Take that from a meat-lover. Redefine Meat is a successful startup in Tel Aviv founded by Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, supported by venture capital, and with Alon Bar-Shany as chairman, a new success is established. We got the chance to visit the lab/office in Tel Aviv and neighboring Stratasys, HP, and many other Israeli tech companies; we believe that Redefine Meat not only redefines the meat industry but how we will see food in the future! LinkedIn profiles: Eshchar Ben-Shitrit Alon Bar-Shany

For the 8th time, OnPrintShop is exhibiting at Print/GraphExpo and COO Dharmesh Acharya is excited. Web-to-Print is still a hot subject though less represented at Print18 compared to previous years. This doesn't stop COO Dharmesh Acharya to be excited about both the market potential, the future, and of course, the Red Hot Award which was given to the company's newly re-launched Photobook Plugin. Dharmesh Acharya believes in the market and explains in this video that personalized and photo-based products have a bright future - and we believe him. Watch, listen​ and share.

As IGAS gets closer to the end of our coverage, we wanted to talk to Yasuo Taketsugu from Horizon about the show's first days. Very positive feedback from printer partners and attendees is among the words Taketsugu ties to the recap. Also, the overall sales are positive, and Horizon has a huge interest in continuing the growth they see with their products. Enjoy!

Kairit Parker is one of the partners with iOnPrint, a new Estonian software company. Estonia is one of the most digitalized countries in the world, so not a surprise that it's an Estonian company that produces, what seems to be a really great solution. One of the more significant issues being a print broker is that brokers often need more suppliers to handle the vast range of products offered. With iOnPrint, print brokers can quickly get more quotes on a job without "disturbing" the printers with calculations. Printing companies register their equipment online, and iOnPrint automatically calculates the price. Based on time, price, and quality, the system enable the brokers to handle their customers fast and efficient. For printers, it seems to be an opportunity to get more work.

Realisaprint est l'un des principaux acteurs dans le domaine du Web2Print et propose actuellement l'impression en ligne en France, en Italie du Nord et en Espagne. Ils doivent bien sûr être présents au salon principal de leur pays d'origine et cherchent toujours à élargir leurs marchés et leur portefeuille. Bonne entrevue avec une Marine Desboudard bien informée et détendue. — Realisaprint is one of the main players in the field of Web2Print and currently offers online printing in France, Northern Italy, and Spain. They of course need to be present at the main show in their home country and are always looking to expand their markets and portfolio. Good interview with a well-informed and relaxed Marine Desboudard.

APTech or NPES as the organization was previously known as has changed a lot since Thayer Long became president of the organization about 3 years ago. Now everybody can become members of the organization and take advantage of the services provided. The most known is probably the Print® shows in Chicago, but in this film, we talk to Director Vinod Vittoba from APTech in India. With a market of more than 250.000 printing companies and growth in all segments the market should be interesting to reach out to for everybody - but how do you get in touch with the right people? How do you ensure to get an understanding of the Indian market and culture - well, APTech could be a starting point. But listen to Vinod Vittoba and reach out to APTech in case you need their support.

Ultimate TechnoGraphics and Raymond Duval are Canadians by heart, and exhibiting in your backyard is special. Duval talks about the potential and how Impostrip supports many businesses in the global printing industry. We ALSO talk about what to say to those who have identified that they may have been too late for the game - interesting conversation with Duval, as usual!

"Automation, automation, automation" has become a phrase we always end our conversations with Raymond Duval about. That's important, but of course, everything he says before is even more important. In this interview we focus on the different processes Ultimate Tech covers - with a focus on BestCut and also the company's direct mail solutions. Enjoy!

Ultimate TechnoGraphics is a Canadian based software company known for Impostrip and software within workflow/automation. In this, Over the Skype conversation editor, Morten Reitoft talks to Raymond Duval about workflow/automation, the market potentials, and what drives the decisions to invest in workflow/automation solutions. As with all our 'Over the Skype' interviews, quality is limited to bandwidth, web-cams, and ability to literally LIVE mix the conversations. However, it works, and with Over the Skype, we will bring you more than 20 exciting people, and angles on the industry as it is right now. Enjoy!

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett catches up with Ray Hillhouse, VP of Sales and Marketing at Plockmatic, to discuss the company’s latest innovations and the evolving landscape of print finishing in India. With a growing demand for automation, Plockmatic is introducing its digital die-cutting products in partnership with Monotech Systems, a key dealer and manufacturer in the Indian market. The company also showcases an inline booklet-making system connected to the Ricoh 9500, marking an important step toward more automated finishing solutions. Hillhouse explains how India’s traditionally labor-intensive finishing market is shifting toward inline and automated processes, driven by the increasing adoption of digital print technology. As businesses seek greater consistency and efficiency, solutions like booklet makers and digital die cutters are essential to meet the demands of high-quality, automated production. With a strong presence at Printpack India, Plockmatic is represented by multiple partners, including long-time dealer Hortegraphics and Kiwi, which is showcasing the Intec-branded die cutters. Hillhouse notes the exhibition's overwhelming interest and high footfall, comparing its scale to Drupa and highlighting the market’s enthusiasm for new finishing technology. Looking ahead, Plockmatic is preparing for Hunkeler Innovationdays in Lucerne, where it will showcase the new BM 7000 booklet maker and introduce new products from the ColourCut digital die-cutting range. For those interested in the future of automated print finishing and the rapid changes in the Indian market, this conversation provides key insights into Plockmatic’s latest advancements and strategic direction.

It has gone very well for Plockmatic. The Swedish company has acquired companies like Morgana, Watkiss, and more over the years, and as VP of Sales & Marketing Ray Hillhouse, times are good. Digitalization, excellent products, and, of course, hard work are part of the recipe. Please welcome Ray Hillhouse.

What is the biggest difference between exhibiting at events like DSCOOP, theINK, PRINTING United, and the almighty Drupa? We ask the question and get a perspective from a company that seems to be becoming more involved - and as always - it's all about automation, automation, and automation. Enjoy! LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondduval/

Raúl Sanahuja, in charge of Corporate Communication, PR, and social media, said that Epson Ibérica seeks to change processes, technologies, and vision in the printing sector with its new motto "ReThink your style." Raúl Sanahuja, encargado de Comunicación Corporativa, PR & Social Media platicó que Epson Ibérica busca cambiar procesos, tecnologías y visión en el sector de la impresión con su nuevo lema "ReThink your style".

At Printpack India 2025, Naresh Khanna will meet with Ranesh Bajaj of Rotatek to discuss the company’s latest innovations, international expansion, and growing presence in both manufacturing and distribution. Bajaj will highlight Rotatek’s efforts to push web offset presses into the commercial market alongside digital finishing solutions for high-end embellishments, photo albums, and book covers. With a strong lineup of partner brands, including Lombardi Flexo Presses and German manufacturer Schober, the company continues to deliver advanced brand protection solutions for security printing. Bajaj provides an update on Rotatek’s acquisition, explaining how the operation has grown significantly over the past year and reached break-even, with notable sales in Ireland, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. The company’s focus on pharmaceutical leaflets and packaging, particularly with the Universal 850 press, positions it as a strong competitor to sheet-fed printing in thin paper applications. With successful trials and orders from France and other key markets, Rotatek is gaining momentum globally. Discussing industry trends, Bajaj notes the resurgence of packaging in Eastern Europe, a stabilized Middle East market, and India’s continued role as a high-volume sales region. The company is expanding its footprint with new service operations in Saudi Arabia and government projects in India. He also reflects on the evolving flexo market. Lombardi’s success in specialized applications such as in-mold labels and aluminum blisters for pharma is being challenged by local Indian manufacturers in the generic market. This conversation offers key insights into Rotatek's global strategy and the evolving printing landscape. It is for anyone who wants to understand the future of web offset, digital finishing, and packaging innovations.

Ran Rotem is the General Manager of 3 Print. He explains in this interview their role as distributors in the seven territories across Europe - and we, of course, also get to talk about Drupa 2024. Great meeting Ran :-)

Ralph Schaten works for Canon Deutschland as Key Account Manager. That brings him close to many customers. In this interview, he gets to talk about the customer journey, the technology, and the challenges customers need to pass before being ready for digital. Ralph Schaten was born into the industry as his parents used to operate a printing company - and now he is selling to the printing companies still in the market. Circular mindset, right?

Jacques from INKISH interviews Ralf from a print-finishing company, Rieker Druckveredelung, at Drupa. Ralf's company, based in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in high-end print finishes like raised effects, spot varnishes, and laminations, catering to luxury printed products. Established in 2006 and managed by the fourth and fifth generations, Rieker combines the right materials and techniques to meet client demands. Despite the rise of digital technologies, they find analog systems more cost-effective for high-volume work. They offer a wide range of coatings to enhance packaging and printed materials, helping them stand out on the shelf. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralph-c-rieker-83b10235/

KURZ is a chemical company but has since the '70s worked with the environment. In this film, we speak with Ralph Hopfensitz who works with the sustainability agenda within the KURZ group. The commitment to both customers, end customers, the society, and all stakeholders is very convincing and the commitment is to focus even further on the entire value chain. Interesting and, of course, important!

Rieker Print Finishing specializes in print finishing, and in this film, you learn how they have divided the finishing into visual and functional. Print is tactile; with finishing, users will get an additional layer of "touch" if requested. A beautiful film with many great examples - and, of course, always interesting to hear from the specialists, in this case, Ralf C. Rieker and his son Henrik Knauber. Great! LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralph-c-rieker-83b10235/

The conversation is between Morten and Ralf, who discuss Koenig & Bauer's participation at Drupa, which is highly significant in the printing and packaging industry. Ralf expresses his excitement about showcasing their latest technologies at Drupa, where they are among the largest exhibitors. Ralf highlights that Drupa is a platform for showcasing equipment and introducing digital innovations that could significantly impact the printing and packaging sectors. The company aims to demonstrate a comprehensive view of the future possibilities in these areas, including workflow solutions and digitalization, emphasizing its role as a full-spectrum provider capable of offering the best solutions to its customers, regardless of the technology (digital printing, conventional printing, flexo printing, etc.). The conversation also touches on the company's long history, over 200 years, and its continuous innovation, including forming partnerships with other industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technology. Ralf mentions their strategic focus on being a trusted advisor to their customers by offering a wide range of solutions tailored to their needs. Moreover, Ralf speaks about the company's focus on packaging and commercial printing markets, with investments in new technologies and workflow solutions aimed at reducing make-ready times, demonstrating a commitment to both sectors despite the perceived decline in commercial print. The digital transformation within the company and its offerings is highlighted as a critical component of its strategy, aiming to meet the evolving needs of its customers and the industry at large. Koenig & Bauer intends to showcase these advancements and solutions at Drupa, indicating a significant step towards the future of printing and packaging and inviting attendees to witness what they describe as a "firework" of innovation.

Ralf Brückner is Account Manager for HP Germany, and with the success of HP everywhere, he is busy visiting customers. In this short interview from the Horizon Finishing First event, we ask whether print or finishing comes first. Ralph Brückner also talks about the partnership with Horizon and gives an example of how the SmartStacker (B2 format) fits perfectly with HPs B2 presses. The language is German, but it will shortly be subtitled!