Inkish TV talks to John Vigna, Latin America sales manager for Mark Andy, about the press manufacturer’s strong sales in the region, trends in the Mexican market, and the machines on show at Labelexpo Europe 2023.

Phil Baldwin gives us a Mark Andy Digital Series HD walkthrough from Mark Andy's demo center in Warsaw, Poland. Get to know the concept of the press, which utilizes embellishment, flexo, digital and finishing, and a very configurable line, managed from one simple-to-use user interface and with the flexibility you'll expect from any Hybrid machine. Great work, Phil Baldwin :-)

She knows everything or pretty much everything, and when mentioning it, she brings her entire team into the conversation and tells us that all are binders and have a passion for Horizon and the products - we like it! In this interview, Marisa Dütsch also talks about the importance of being both a driver and market-driven and how important events like Finishing First is for the company. Super interview, you should watch it!

Marion Williams-Bennett is a professional PR/Communication woman with clients in the printing industry. In this 'Over the Skype' session, we talk about the role of PR- and how companies can benefit from working with a professional communications person. Great insight. 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!

Talking to Ripu Bakshi, Commercial Director Hexis Graphics Spain Hexis Graphics Spain unveiled new films (chrome, textiles, window tinting, and sun protection). At the stand, we were with Ripu Bakshi, Commercial Director, and Marine Guelaia, Product Manager Hexperience, who showed us the latest interior design and wrapping developments allowing us to comfortably work with vinyl. ___ Ripu Bakshi Director Comercial Hexis Graphics España Hexis Graphics España dio a conocer nuevos films (cromados, textiles, tintado de lunas y protección solar). En el stand estuvimos con Ripu Bakshi, Director Comercial y Marine Guelaia, Product Manager Hexperience quienes nos mostrarón las últimas novedades en torno al interiorismo y el wraping que permiten trabajar de manera muy comoda el vinilo.

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/

Marg Macleod is the Association Manager for DIA, the Canadian Digital Imaging Association, and the President of IBEC Consulting. We are speaking with individuals from various countries around the world to share their perspectives on the impact of the Trump Administration's tariffs and the global uncertainty. We begin with Marg Macleod as a neighbor to the US - how does this influence her personally and business-wise, and what impact does it have on the industry? Just an opinion - and we allow ALL opinions (within what's legal, of course) and we are true believers that sharing knowledge, views, and ideas strengthens us. Enjoy a conversation and participate by sharing your views or getting an interview with us at INKISH. You are ALWAYS welcome to write to editor@inkish.tv.

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.

Wayne Beckett talks with Marco Aarnink Captain of Print.com about their online print platform and how attending the Online Print Symposium has given him the opportunity to network with other likeminded professionals.

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.

At LabelExpo in Barcelona, Wayne from INKISH speaks with Mark Tingler, Product Marketing Manager at Epson, about their brand-new SurePress label press. Mark explains that the new SurePress uses water-based inks like its predecessors but now features a new 1200 dpi single-pass printhead, which delivers both higher resolution and much greater productivity. The machine also includes significantly enhanced automation — for example, fully automatic head maintenance and real-time nozzle verification: as it prints, it checks every nozzle. It compensates instantly for any issues to prevent print defects. Each SurePress ships with an Esko DFE for color management and workflow integration, and Fiery integration is being evaluated, especially in light of Fiery’s recent acquisition by Seiko. Mark notes strong interest at the show, with a unit already running at a customer site in Japan, another sold to a customer at LabelExpo, and more orders in the pipeline. He says the launch has been very positive and that they’re looking forward to more global installations soon.

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.