Interview in Dutch - subtitles in English. VIGC- én INKISH vrienden sinds jaar en dag zijn de mensen van Enfocus. We vragen aan Piet de Pauw wat de nieuwste trends en mogelijkheden zijn die we moeten onthouden na een bezoek aan de grote en gemeenschappelijke beursstand samen met Esko,Pantone en X-Rite. Als vooraanstaand softwarebedrijf zijn ze goed geplaatst om de actuele stand van zaken te schetsen ivm performant werken in the Cloud en meer. -- EN -- The people of Enfocus have been VIGC and INKISH friends for many years. We ask Piet de Pauw what the latest trends and possibilities are that we should remember after a visit to the large and shared exhibition stand together with Esko, Pantone and X-Rite. As a leading software company, they are well placed to outline the current state of affairs regarding high-performance working in the Cloud and much more.

Web-to-Print, workflow/automation, robots? Well, these three gentlemen have answers to how the future of print can look - enjoy! LinkedIn Profiles: Piet de Pauw · Enfocus Marc Raad · Significans Chris Minn · Infigo

In this film, Piet De Pauw from Enfocus shares a view into the 'maybe' future in the ESKO/Enfocus future lab. Enjoy!

Think of this for a second - how many photos are taken every day with all the SmartPhones on the market? Well, we looked it up, and the estimate is more than 3 billion photos every day, and with this vast amount of photos, obviously, there are opportunities. Taopix is one of the leading suppliers of software for photo products, however, as Michael Carey explains, we deliver the software, and customers utilize the software in thousands of ways - and as he says, still an amazing business potential. Taopix is ready to support customers and even offer business services so they can deliver turnkey solutions. With the increased number of high-quality digital printers, the opportunity to turn precious moments into mugs, t-shirts, books, etc., has only begun. Reach out to Michael and Taopix for more information!

When you contact Infinity Foils and Phillip Guillaume, you get stamping forms made of bronze or brass or hot or cold foils for analog and digital equipment. We got a chance to talk to Guillaume at the BOBST Open House in Santa Fe Springs, and as always, it's great to talk to people who know the market and products and help customers with opportunities.

Mark's Quest takes him to Hall 7, where he meets with Phillip Gaskin from XMPie. Listen to the interview that, among other things, extends personalization to add a level of relevance and engagement - how far can XMPie bring you :-)

We, of course, start our interview with Osman and why he is attending the Kohlhammer event. Ricoh is one of more suppliers of digital printing equipment, but he is also very much aware that Kohlhammer may be a significant potential customer for Ricoh. It was super interesting talking to Philipp Osman, which also, off-camera was interesting, but that you, of course, can’t know :-) Language: German Subtitled: English

Sixth generation and with a lot of confident for the future. We met with Philipp Jänecke at the IST UV-Days - dig in and learn :-)

Printed electronics is a fascinating part of the printing industry and Phillip Holzl explains how Elantas can use their products to help PSP's move into this exciting sector using their vast range of products.

When you see printed electronics, it's almost unbelievable, and yet the technology has been around for 30 years. At the IST UV-Days, Philipp Hölzl from Elantas also explains the advantages, shows examples, and gives us an insight into how their ink helps their customers. Printed batteries, solar panels, sensors, and even OLED screens are just some of the opportunities the technology offers. With the conductive inks from Elantas, traditional screen printers can print products that are almost out of this world. This is certainly worth checking out, as this is something many have heard and most likely fewer seen - unbelievably cool!

For the mid-market, the Jeti Bronco offers a medium price point for a hybrid inkjet printer. Philip Van der Auwera, Agfa's product manager for sign and display, tells us the device runs at speeds exceeding 2,400 square feet per hour.

Phil Gaskin gets into the key features of the XMPie software. They provide powerful, variable data printing and web-to-print software that brings together customer databases and creative content. Working on top of Adobe creative suite, they help printers and businesses leverage their customer data and create personalized omnichannel experiences across print and digital channels.

Wayne from Inkish caught up with Phil McMullin from Epson at The Print Show in Birmingham, where the aisles were lively and the atmosphere upbeat. Fresh from Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona, where Epson drew strong crowds around its new digital label press, Phil arrived at the NEC with a very different showcase — one designed to highlight just how broad Epson’s offering to the UK print market has become. He began by noting that Epson’s reputation was originally built on proofing and photographic excellence, with the company long recognized for color consistency and image quality. Today, that same expertise underpins a much wider portfolio spanning signage, graphics, customization, and textile applications. On the stand this year were multiple roll-to-roll printers using eco-solvent, resin, and aqueous inks for everything from posters to POS; T-Series devices for high-quality aqueous output; and a growing family of UV flatbeds — including the compact V1000 and the larger B7000 — offering white ink, spot varnish, and layered 3D effects ideal for promotional, industrial, and décor markets. Epson also showcased its expanding label printing range, reflecting both print-for-pay and on-demand manufacturing opportunities. In addition, the company placed strong emphasis on the booming textile sector, running live demos of its direct-to-film (DTF) and direct-to-garment (DTG) solutions alongside roll-to-roll fabric printers for decor, soft signage, wallpaper, and upholstery. All of it, Phil emphasized, is built on Epson’s own printheads, inks, and chassis — ensuring total control over quality and reliability. Asked about Epson’s unique position as both a printhead supplier and a printer manufacturer, Phil clarified that the company carefully manages potential conflicts by supplying earlier-generation printheads to OEM partners while reserving the latest heads and firmware for Epson-branded systems. The result is an ecosystem where innovation at the core — in printhead design, firmware, and color science — drives every device under the Epson banner. Phil also discussed Epson’s acquisition of Fiery, calling it a natural fit that extends Epson’s reach into the cut-sheet production segment. The move, he said, complements rather than competes with Fiery’s existing OEM relationships and underlines Epson’s long-term strategic commitment to professional print. On The Print Show itself, Phil praised organizer Chris Davies for building what he described as the strongest UK floorplan since IPEX, noting the importance of bringing all major OEMs back under one roof. He welcomed the introduction of the Sign Show alongside the print event, seeing synergy between the two audiences, and stressed the value of giving UK PSPs a “home show” to engage directly with technology suppliers. Looking ahead, Phil hinted at a busy calendar of smaller focused events and customer open days at Epson’s new Lutterworth facility, a full-scale industrial demo center purpose-built to host large equipment — a step up from the company’s previous Hemel Hempstead premises. In closing, he reflected on the importance of supporting local exhibitions, saying the more big names there are, the more reason there is for people to come out, explore the technology, and see the value firsthand. As the first day wound down, Epson’s stand was bustling — a testament to the company’s growing footprint across every corner of the print market, from labels and signage to textiles and industrial décor.

Wayne Beckett talked to Phil Gaskin from Xmpie at the Hunkeler Innovations days about their cross-media, variable data one-to-one marketing software and how they offer solutions to help businesses create and manage highly effective direct marketing and cross-media campaigns.

Wayne from INKISH caught up with Phil Gaskin from XMPie at The Print Show in Birmingham, where the aisles were buzzing with activity on the opening day. Phil and Wayne have crossed paths at many international events — from Hunkeler Innovationdays to FINAT’s European Label Forum — but here in Birmingham, the focus was firmly on the UK market, one that XMPie has supported since The Print Show first began. Phil explained that XMPie has exhibited at every edition of the event, viewing it as an essential opportunity to meet UK print service providers face-to-face and demonstrate how software innovation continues to shape the industry. This year, XMPie showcased a live integration with Fujifilm, connecting its StoreFlow Cloud web-to-print platform directly into Fujifilm’s XMF workflow and Revoria press technology. Visitors could walk onto the stand, design a personalized greeting card or children’s book using their phone, add a photo, preview it in real time, and send the finished job straight to Fujifilm’s stand — where it was instantly imposed, color-managed, and printed on demand. Behind the scenes, the workflow demonstrated how automation, personalization, and creativity now work hand in hand. Templates were built in Adobe InDesign, giving full control over layout, metallic and fluorescent color effects, and high-end design features. Once approved, the order dropped automatically into XMF, which handled imposition, rotation, and routing to the appropriate device. Phil emphasized that XMPie’s mission has expanded far beyond traditional variable data printing. The company now sees integration and automation as central pillars of value, with deep partnerships such as the one with Enfocus, opening up new possibilities across workflows and connected ecosystems. XMPie currently supports around 400 UK customers and approximately 7,500 worldwide, spanning more than 100 countries. The company’s cloud-based StoreFlow platform reflects a broader shift toward software-as-a-service models, helping PSPs simplify operations, expand offerings, and enter new markets like DTG and on-demand publishing. Though Phil won’t be joining the team at PRINTING United in Orlando — the American sales force will handle that side of the pond — he remains focused on serving the UK and European markets, where XMPie continues to play a leading role in advancing personalized, automated print. As Wayne wrapped up, both agreed that day one at The Print Show had already delivered strong traffic and meaningful conversations — proof that UK print remains vibrant, curious, and eager to explore how software and smart integration are reshaping its future.

XMPie is one of the world's leading tools for variable data, and you can meet Phil Gaskin and his team at #HID25 in Lucerne. XMPie keeps developing, and today it has tools for workflow/automation and AI tools for image handling - so if you are in the digital space, you must visit XMPie at #HID25 - enjoy!

When looking at the flexo printing space, what is the situation in the European markets? We talk to Phil Baldwin, European Sales Manager and a longtime employee of Mark Andy, who knows the company inside out. Phil has a long history of understanding the printing business and has hands-on experience with it. Label/packaging is a strong market and is doing well. Let's hear what his assumptions are in today's market.

In this interview, you will learn from a profoundly passionate owner of a super interesting company - talking really nicely about the products, the people, and the collaboration with Weilburger Graphics. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-wiesendanger-256744225/

Recognized for its guillotines, Perfecta has for years also developed robot technology to handle and automate the cutting process. Super interesting, and if you have time to see Perfecta's solution in action, we made the following film from Saxoprint in Dresden, which uses the technology. Saxoprint: https://inkish.tv/inkish-video/saxoprint/ LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-voigt-49656816b/

We follow up on Peter Vogt, the CEO & founder of Labelhub. We find out that the cloud-based online platform is tailored specifically for digital label PSPs, helps to increase overall productivity, saves time in the process, and creates more transparency in the value chain. Peter & his colleagues offer their services on a monthly subscription basis. LabelHub is a Danish software company with more than 20 years of experience in the label industry.

Talking to engineers and understanding the technical challenges you must overcome to have a finished product is always interesting. Peter Pötzl is at FEFCO as he will be speaking about controlling heat, steam, and electricity - or, in short, the consumables of a working corrugator. Interesting to learn and also to understand that this is something that many converters can do better to optimize production and the product and optimize energy consumption for the better. Listen and learn!

INKISH hosted for the first time ever our NON-EVENT. The Non-event is celebrating the people that have been in front of the camera, or been supporting INKISH during the past years. This is a new recurring event, and the idea is to give space for the people we have featured to connect in a new way. We invited 150 people, and 32 decided to join us. Our guests came from Japan, Canada, USA, UK, Belgium, Sweden, and Denmark - and we are confident that next year, even more, will come. We asked most of our participants to talk LIVE during the dinner - and here is Peter Ollén from Sweden. Peter Ollén is the editor and CEO of Sign, Print & Pack events in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark as well as being in charge of online- and offline media throughout the region. Enjoy!

Peter Ollén is the owner and the organizer of the Sign & Print events throughout the Nordic countries, and though the Swedish one is the largest of the four, it's actually the second show taken place post-covid. It's always with anticipations when shows are developed and executed, but CEO Peter Ollén is very satisfied with the exhibitors, the look and feel of the show, and has a good prognosis for the expected number of attendees - but listen to him yourself - and learn more!

I am the editor for printmedianieuws. The future remains online. Our public is growing and also our partners are still with us after this period. So I'm looking forward for the results in this year. I like a little bit to look at video. You inspired me on that. We also develop websites. Because we want to share our publishing knowledge to a wider audience. About 25 percent of our time we spend in developing websites for various markets. I have to cope with a lot of clients who set their steps in the online world and they need the experience of a publisher. After the pandemic we still use online communications a lot. And this tower represents all the online communications for me. Because it is a telecom company. So when I talk to you, I always think: OK, my first meters are over there. My son, who has Down syndrome, couldn't be at his work the whole week because of the influence of older people together. My son Joost was half time with me at the office. And he was making puzzles. Using his iPad. And he was using color books. I don't want to get rid of the stuff yet from my office. Because I'm still afraid that he might have to come back because of some pandemic reason. We analyze that there are losers and there are winners. The perspective I have on the site of the winners is that there are so many challenges in this printing industry. And we write about that of course. You have to see there is luck everywhere. But you have to grab it. And you have not to be afraid to try to do things.