Jacques from INKISH TV talks to Mariania from Greece at the Weilburger Graphics booth. Mariania's trading company, established in 1948 and based in Athens, supplies the Greek graphic arts industry with all printing-related products except paper and plates. Despite long-standing industry challenges, they’ve adapted well. Their collaboration with Weilburger Graphics began at Drupa 2000, focusing on varnishes, and has grown into a strong partnership. They also represent Zeller+Gmelin inks and provide comprehensive support to their customers, ensuring high-quality products and excellent after-sales service. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariania-samanides-964995120/

Thursday morning, our NON-EVENT attendees were welcomed by Head of Communications Marcus Thomasfolk from VW Sweden - and what a presentation. People who know the term 'Gamification' also understand how powerful it can be used to shift behaviors. This was really interesting, so dig in and learn :-)

In this interview, CEO Marcus Stickel shows the 4-color print bar developed by MPrint to add "hybrid" capabilities to existing presses - i.e., label presses. We saw the prototype at IST UV-Days, but now the product is ready for sale, and it's quite impressive :-) LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-stickel-8b17989a/

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett sits down with Marcus Greenbrook, Director of International Sales at GEW, to discuss the company's first appearance at the exhibition and its growing focus on the Indian market. Greenbrook shares how GEW made a late but strategic decision to exhibit, recognizing Printpack India as a major event on par with global exhibitions like Drupa. With India already a strong market for GEW, particularly in flexo printing, the conversation explores the country’s shift towards UV LED technology and its benefits in terms of energy efficiency, cost savings, and performance consistency. Greenbrook provides insights into how Indian manufacturers and OEMs are adopting hybrid UV and LED systems, with the latest AirCooled AeroLED making retrofitting easier and more affordable. He also discusses the cost-effectiveness of LED upgrades, emphasizing the quick return on investment and the long-term advantages over conventional UV systems. For anyone interested in the future of UV curing technology and its impact on the Indian printing industry, this discussion offers valuable insights into innovation, market trends, and the next steps for GEW in this rapidly evolving sector.

If you say GEW, you also say UV - and as GEW is a partner with Mark Andy, we got the opportunity to talk with Director of International Sales, Marcus Greenbrook, about what GEW offers and how customers are accepting LED-UV as an alternative to the mercury-based lamps. Enjoy!

OMET of Italy has integrated DURST technology into the Hybrid label printer. Marco Panzeri describes the advantages of flexibility with both long and short run jobs. OMET machines with a ‘platform’ concept. It supports printing, finishing and converting any product in one pass.

Amazing how cold foil with all its amazing capabilities is a real business opportunity for PSPs, and in this film, Marco Hanisch explains how the new thin foil gives PSPs further advantages. Enjoy the film!

This is the second time Editor Morten B. Reitoft has had the pleasure of talking to Marco Hanisch - and this time again about the thin carriers. We say foils, but it should be metalization, as the foil is only the carrier of the metal. By reducing the thickness of the carrier, the rolls can hold more metalization, and therefore already a saving in space and transport. Still, in this film, Marco Hanisch explains that the new thinner carrier also offers customers a productivity gain - but see the interview yourself!  

Interview by Stratego Group, Alexia Rizzi Production by INKISH LinkedIn Profile Marco Capoferri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-capoferri/

Marco Calcagni has worked with OMET for a long time, and in this 'Conversations' with editor Morten B. Reitoft, he, among other things, talks about the 'defining moment' for OMET. "When our competitors go one way, we go the other way," on why OMET is a success in the flexible/packaging business. OMET, just weeks before our visit, moved to a new build facility with more space for continuing growth - all in all, an inspiring visit in North Italy! LinkedIn Profile Marco Calcagni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-calcagni-28bb5b31/

Marco Boer has become (for many years) a number-one go-to source for market development and understanding how digital print, particularly inkjet, fits the bill in a future printing landscape. At ICE/InPrint, we got a chance to talk to Marco, and we spoke about the split between research to understand the future combined with the presentations of the present, which are equally important. We also discuss whether the digital transformation takes place at such a speed that the research might become obsolete before publication. However, Marco Boer has an eternal hunger for knowledge, and as he says (even with an example), he learns EVERY day. Enjoy!

In this chat between Vice Presiden, IT Strategies, Marco Boer, and Editor-in-Chief of INKISH, Morten B. Reitoft, the talk is about technology, the need for tradeshows, and how PRINTING United will be the measure for attendees visiting DRUPA, and many more interesting topics. Dig in for 20 minutes of great insights from Marco Boer - he is even teasing an entirely new printing platform - can you believe it?

Pixart Printing, a CIMPRESS company, was represented at the DURST Expo by Marco Armentano a Research and Development expert. He is looking at how these label presses can improve existing products they offer and possibly introduce new products to their portfolio.

The king of personalization and reporter for INKISH, Richard Askam, has a passion for personalization. In Hall 7, CEO Marcin Majda draws a lot of attention with his Sticker Builder and Drupa wall—great!  

You join us for a conversation with Mark Willmann, Product Line Manager at Riso, about their new offerings and enhanced technology at HID25. Riso emphasizes their integrations with various industry finishing equipment, which can be driven through multiple connections and APIs. They are proud of their green production processes and small footprint on the floor. Riso excels in what they call "cold high-speed and affordable production inkjet printing." Find out why here.

Marc Schillemans, Actega’s senior consultant talking to Jacques Michiels in this interview at the Xeikon Café 2022. They got talking about how sustainability is driving innovation and why they decide to introduce their first hardware product - the Ecoleaf – Actega is well known for developing, producing, and distributing of coatings, adhesives, and printing inks for labels and flexible packaging made of paper, plastic, and aluminum foil. 

Marc Olin was welcomed back by friends and colleagues at eProductivity/EFI Connect 2022 in his new capacity as Executive Chairman of the board in the spin-off company eProductivity Software. It was great for INKISH to have a chance to sit down and understand more about who Marc Olin is and his view of the new setup.

Marc Larvor is Head of Technology EMEA for the Narrow Web Business Unit for Siegwerk, the well-known and global manufacturer of printing ink technology. Low migration is an important topic for flexo printers serving brand owners and customers in this labeling and packaging market that deals with direct and indirect food contact. Great to talk and hear from Siegwerk as one of the specialists in this field and an important part of the low migration solution.

If only two people have a passion for print, it must be Marc Johnson from HP and Pat McGrew from Print Sample TV - and here we bring them together at PRINTING United. Obviously, the new HP T-Series Advantage 2200 is attractive for many reasons, but one, of course, is its media diversity and the quality it delivers - well, don't read. Just watch!

Marc Granero is the Inkjet Sales Manager for Kao Chimigraf. The company is a chemical company, located in Spain, with an ink division. The inks they produce and show at Seiko Open Week 2022 are simply amazing. You will - we will not disclose right now - see inks with properties that can give you embellishment capabilities, or what about printed electronics using inkjet? All on your inkjet press, and well, Marc Granero gives you a lot of great information, so we are certain you will like this!

Roland DG, one of the leading manufacturers of large format printers, showed for the first time in Europe the VersaSTUDIO BN2-20 desktop printer/cutter, which, according to Mark Artigas, Sales Director Roland DG EMEA, innovation is key with this launch that improves the versatility of the previous model that was the company's best-seller. Roland DG, uno de los principales fabricantes de impresoras de gran formato,mostró por primera vez en Europa la impresora/cortadora de sobremesa VersaSTUDIO BN2-20, que de acuerdo con Mark Artigas, Director de ventas Roland DG EMEA la innovación es clave con este lanzamiento que mejora la versatilidad del modelo anterior que fue el más vendido por la empresa. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-artigas-roig-182b1614/

It is always good to talk to Manuel Schrutt, who has moved up the food chain since we last spoke and isn't just responsible for the Packaging business but now - Director of Business Strategy Packaging and the Global Head of Packaging & Commercial Business EAME Schrutt says Fuji is making considerable inroads in the Inkjet space. Besides having a new customer base, they also have the advantage of assisting traditional analog customers on their Digital Inkjet journey. The Fujifilm Jet press 1160CFG was a big draw card at the show, and Scrutt ran through some of the press features.

That's where it all gets started in 2012, 23 December, 9 a.m. in the morning. Now, it's been almost nine years with Nilpeter Dubai looking after the entire Middle East operations. I like to keep things a bit tidy and clean. Otherwise, I feel a bit uncomfortable. Last year was a special year for Nilpeter. Because that's when we celebrated our 100 years. Being a part of Nilpeter I always consider us as a very fortunate thing which happened to my life. Because that company - it's a marvelous, super cool company. So Nilpeter has a unique goal to do business with people who believe what we believe. He is my director, Mr. Shyam. So, he was the one who hired me in 2012. The relationship is very special, I would say. When you put your ultimate trust in someone else. And that generates a great bond, which is, you know, indescribable. So, he's basically a super cool chap. He's a good reader. A philosopher sometimes. And a very honest and smart businessman. So, I always take tips and suggestions from him. And the best and the funny part is - it works. This is from Georgia basically. So, I had a chance to visit that place. And that's where I took that picture. The nature plays a key role, I think, in everybody's life. Overwhelmed with the pandemic situation. So, I think the best thing to do is whenever we feel depressed or anxious or confused to spend some time with the family or friends. Or maybe just alone. And many companies whom I know personally had a great 20/20 business year compared to previous years. So, we must adapt to come over this particular stage as well. You know, let's not lose the hope. Hope - It's a good thing. Maybe the best of things. And no good thing ever dies. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manum003/

Walking down the aisles at all the once-upon-a-time trade shows sometimes you need something special to draw attention to your booth. Host Pat McGrew, got the attention of the Swiss manufacturer Sign Racer who presented some really GREAT flexible print samples, showing their product's capabilities with great-looking design. So when we write Make me Stop - don't worry, we can't stop Pat McGrew!