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At Printing United in Orlando, Wayne Beckett from INKISH met with Wayne Morgan, owner of PressExchange.com, to talk about how the platform continues to shape the global used printing equipment market. Press Exchange, originally created at Haymarket Media under PrintWeek’s digital strategy, has become one of the most trusted online marketplaces for trading presses and finishing systems. Today, it connects thousands of printers and machinery dealers worldwide, with more than 5,000 active listings at any time and many more managed privately through its CRM platform, Extenso. Wayne Morgan explained that Press Exchange’s strength lies in professionalism and reliability. Most listings come from experienced dealers who handle the entire resale and export process—from dismantling and shipping to installation and servicing—so printers can focus on production without worrying about logistics. Alongside the marketplace, PCX also offers Extenso, a CRM solution that integrates advertising, website management, and data-driven marketing tools. It allows dealers to manage inventory, publish listings across multiple channels, and use advanced analytics to track buying trends. Soon, this data will expand into a new system called Exact, offering real-time insight into which machines are most in demand globally. Wayne Morgan summed up the company’s purpose simply: Press Exchange and Extenso exist to connect people in print, streamline business operations, and make it easier for industry professionals to buy, sell, and grow.

This edit will teach you more about the acquisition and what it will lead to. Wayne Beckett and Morten B. Reitoft are now colleagues, and both are excited about the new opportunities this collaboration will bring. Listen, engage, react! AI curated Transcript: Morten B. Reitoft and Wayne Beckett have announced a groundbreaking merger between INKISH and Print Connect. This partnership brings together two industry pioneers who share a vision of creating a global presence and a unified platform for the print industry. Print Connect, launched over a year ago, has made significant strides, with 420,000 unique website visits and over 2 million page views in the past year. Its database boasts nearly 40,000 businesses, but as Wayne Beckett acknowledges, it lacked a crucial editorial component. “Having Morten as Editor-in-Chief of Print Connect Online is a game changer,” Wayne stated, highlighting the collaboration’s potential to enrich their offerings. Morten expressed equal enthusiasm, noting his admiration for Print Connect Online’s innovative approach, including virtual expos that have reshaped industry engagement. “We’ve always seen INKISH as a content creation company rather than just a media platform,” Morten explained. The merger combines INKISH’s expertise in content with Print Connect’s robust platform, creating new opportunities for both companies and their audiences. The partnership plans to expand Print Connect into a four-tier platform better serve print service providers (PSPs) and converters. The first level includes an affordable membership, costing less than €50 annually, which grants access to an extensive library of educational resources, files, and films tailored for printing companies. This initiative establishes an online repository to facilitate knowledge sharing and community building. Additionally, the merger introduces the concept of Joint Membership Programs (JMP), which will encourage physical user groups. These events will unite multiple companies to foster collaboration and mutual growth. Higher platform levels will cater to OEMs, suppliers, and software companies, offering sponsorship opportunities and online webinars. Wayne and Morten also outlined the redefined roles within this new structure. Wayne will focus on sales and international trade shows, while Chris Beckett will handle backend operations, including content management and posting. Morten emphasized the importance of maintaining the original vision and ensuring continuous shareholder incentives, with Wayne and Chris retaining stakes in the business. Financially, the merger includes INKISH’s acquisition of a 50% stake in Print Connect, intending to increase ownership to 80%. This partnership ensures Print Connect’s growth, backed by INKISH’s resources and expertise. “When we sat down at the non-event in Denmark and discussed this opportunity, it was a no-brainer,” Wayne remarked, expressing confidence in the collaboration’s potential. The merger promises enhancements without disruptions for customers and industry participants. Both companies are committed to delivering improved services and new engagement opportunities. “If you are a PSP or converter, sign up for Print Connect Online,” Morten urged, hinting at exciting developments. This partnership marks a significant step forward, combining the strengths of INKISH and Print Connect to drive innovation and growth in the print industry. Wayne aptly concluded, “We’re looking forward to the future for INKISH, Resolve, and the products we produce.”

Wayne Beckett will, together with our partner Naresh Khanna and his team, cover the PrintPack India show during the next five days - so stay tuned for tons of great interviews and insights!

A trend that we have seen emerging in recent years is the presence of many Chinese manufacturers and brands claiming their place at European and global graphic trade fairs. Do the Chinese see opportunities that we do not recognize? Waylon Wang is the global sales manager of Jingwei Systemtechnik, based in Ningbo, China, so we asked him. Nice chat with a friendly supplier here at C!Print.

Tri Tuladhar is researching and consulting on one of the most technical levels you can imagine - the elasticity of ink - based on the color, the amount of water, and how the ink resonates when jetted. Interesting, you bet, and Tri Tuladhar is one of the best to explain why it's important - enjoy!

Warren Werbitt is one of the most openminded persons we know, and in this session he talks about failure, and how to learn and recover from these. Great session! LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warrenwerbitt/

Well, first of all, I like the pink shirt that I'm wearing. But the Indigo... It's I'm actually an investor with my brother. Partner with my brother in a label company called Stick2. And we're just really proud of the equipment. The Crown Pub started last year when the pandemic started. I think it was around March or April. And I was invited on. And then I've been on every week since. Which, by the way, had there been no Covid, I wouldn't have thirty five friends around the world. That was from the last PaperSpecs Unboxing event. Went on to the event, had a great time. Sabine does a wonderful job with it. And I had requested from one of the Sappi reps some Sappi paper. I was just at the office. I was walking through the back. And just looking for one of those candid shots of... And stick my face in front of a machine. In front of a camera. I got my first shot three weeks ago. And I got to tell you, I didn't realize how crazy Covid was making me in my head. But when I got that shot, I almost could have cried. I felt like it was Warren 2.0. And I was given a second chance on life. So we were fishing carp. That's the setup. Where you basically just plant your polls. And you have line readers. And you sit there. And I was basically working remotely. I have ADHD, so I bounce around a lot. Then it became ADHDTV. Because I sit with the remote control and keep changing channels. My kids gave me a remote control without batteries. So I could sit in the room. But I am bouncing. When I get into a boat or I'm standing in the water with a fly rod, I could not be more peaceful. My brain is getting creative. I'm thinking. I have nothing with me. That is the best. I'm not worried. Print has always been evolving and changing. The only thing I would like is... I would like for... And please everyone listen. I would like for all the negative people in our industry to get the hell out. Before they take us down for no reason. It's about bringing the positivity back to the industry. Because we need to be upbeat and we need to attract young talent. All you old people out.

This walkthrough gives an early view of the new Xeikon Idera, a digital corrugated cardboard printing machine. Daniel Velema is the VP of Corrugated & Solution Services at Xeikon. He is responsible for developing the Idera, so who better to ask about the ideas developed into what is among the first presentations to the public. Enjoy the walkthrough :-)

At the Seiko Instruments Open Week 2022, Stephanie Rohn and Jens Heermann from Seiko guide editor Morten B. Reitoft on the different technologies, partners, and products. It was a fascinating tour. Enjoy!

Kevin Neureuter is the Director of Sales with manroland sheetfed USA and explains here why the Roland 700 Evolution series is a good fit for customers. He explains that the color pilot, the level of automation, and the undeniable growth in packaging are a good fit for manroland. As we are visiting Keystone Paper & Box, who recently invested in two machines - Kevin Neureuter is very convincing talking to. Enjoy!

And the Walkthrough continues - so enjoy :-) LinkedIn Profile: Eric Frank https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-frank-838a6b10/

In this walkthrough, Eric Frank shows you a straight 7-color B1 offset press with a coater setup for an extended color gamut - and the new speed record holder with 22,000 sheets an hour. Listen and learn as Eric Frank takes you through the machine!

When BOBST entered the digital label printing market, it was in a startup partner MOUVENT, which was later fully acquired by BOBST and now sold as a BOBST product. In this film, Jonathan Grebenyuk gives you a great walkthrough of the LB702 - enjoy!

The BOBST DM340 Hybrid label press is, by all means, a great machine, and in this film, you'll see Fabrizio Gaudenzi operating and explaining the machine. Enjoy the walkthrough!

Mark Andy presents three machines at LabelExpo Europe 2023, and who better to present the machines than Phil Baldwin, European Sales Manager for Mark Andy. You will learn about the technology as we walk through the booth, so stay tuned!

It's not every time you get a walkthrough by a board member and VP from KURZ - but ladies and gentlemen - here it is :-) Markus Hoffmann knows his business and gives you a tour through all the business areas KURZ covers - super interesting. Enjoy!  

In this walkthrough, Richard Neeft from Komori gives Editor Morten B. Reitoft updates about the new G37 - including some basic learning (always good to be updated) and information about how it is to operate Komori. Enjoy!

In this almost 30-minute long walkthrough of the new AGFA SpeedSet 1060, you will learn a lot. According to specialists like Sean Smyth and Jeff Wettersten, it is super interesting technology and a machine that will be a game-changer in the digital packaging industry! Enjoy the walkthrough with Matt Brooks from AGFA and Editor Morten B. Reitoft.

Converting, inserting, trans promo, mailings & more are returning to professional players who invest in the latest technologies rather than end users supporting themselves. Higher output and more efficient machines with higher reliability result in higher quantities on the belt. So running speeds of up to 20k /h matter, and a precise and reliable output at the end of the lines is critical. Good talk with Thorsten Jost, the Director of Sales Mail Solutions, Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D).

Steffen Franzisi is the CEO of Kohlhammer Druck in Germany, and this is his first visit to Innovationdays. He is very impressed with the event, mainly how automated the post-press/binding is becoming.

VR Print operates its business from Durban, South Africa, and visiting the company was an inspiring experience. Today the company, managed and owned by CEO Hilton Janse van Rensburg, is an all-digital printing company. However, in February, VR Print will receive its first Nilpeter FA-Line machine. Normally INKISH visits printing companies with new equipment already installed. In this video, we talk to Hilton about the market, the expectations, and what made the company choose to add Flexo capabilities to its production. Enjoy!

Route 1 print is an amazing printing company based in the UK. In this film, Sarah Kilcoyne-Guilliam explains what they do and, in particular to how they work and use Coreprint from Vpress. The film was shown during our Learn With Us – inkjet event.

At EFI Connect 2022, we did two films with Vice President of Marketing Rick Salinas from Duplo USA. Both are to be found on INKISH, of course. This film demonstrates two cutting solutions that Duplo USA presented - exciting, and as always, great to learn!