Andrew Gunn takes over as the first-ever guest host of Taktiful Tuesdays for a launch-day conversation with Kevin Abergel of Taktiful. Recorded at Fujifilm’s Chicago launch event for the Revoria Press PC2120, this episode covers the debut of green specialty toner in North America, the growing demand for CMYK+ and digital embellishment, and the role of automation, AI, and training in helping print providers sell higher-value print. Andrew and Kevin discuss early findings from Taktiful’s 2026 CMYK+ Digital Embellishment and Print Decoration Study, including rising demand, increased investment plans, and strong optimism around the future of embellishment. They also dig into Fujifilm’s Aspire program, Taktiful’s sales training approach, the Taktisphere community, and what’s coming next at Printing United. In this episode: The Revoria Press PC2120 launch Green specialty toner and CMYK+ opportunities Digital embellishment demand trends Automation, AI, and operator efficiency Sales training for embellished print Fujifilm’s Aspire program The Tactosphere community What to expect from Taktiful at Printing United

Fujifilm's PR company also visited the Peak Performance Print Experience event, AD Communication - represented by Tom Platt. But what does a PR company do? And can a communications specialist also be passionate about technology? Well, listen to what Tom Platt has to say! LinkedIn Profile.

Introduction to Open House JetPress FP790 by Wayne Beckett, INKISH

Wayne talks to Taku, about the development of the FP790 and how Fujifilm are looking to develop new markets out side of Europe to mirror the every changing face of print.

Exhibiting as a Fuji partner, Wayne talks to Stefan from Henkle, about how important it is to work with brands on regulations and how Henkel work with converters to make sure they are kept abreast of this ever changing landscape.

The first in the world to buy a FP970, and they bought two! Simon talks to Wayne about how EcoFlexibles have worked with Fujifilm over the last 4 years to drive the development forward, to make the press what it is today.

Exhibiting as a Fuji partner Nordmeccanica's Riccardo Agosti, talks to Wayne about how their laminating solution integrates perfectly with the FP790 saving costs when upgrading or adapting from analogue processes.

Ricardo talks to Wayne about the process of buying the JetPress FP790 and how the press ticked all the sustainability boxes for a new business they are starting in Portugal.

Wayne talks to Reynald, the designer of the FP790, about the design brief and stages you have to go through when you have been asked to bring a new press to market.

A big thank you to our hosts for this event - Wayne talks to Ralf Wilkens about the FP790 and the impact it has had on a business with 19 traditional Flexo machines.

Wayne talks to Gaurav Sharma from Galaxy Packtech, about their pouch making machines, built in India and supported across Europe by AB Graphics.

Youth will drive our business forward. In this interview, Wayne talks to Fillip Kels, the FP790 operator, and Delo about his time in print and his day-to-day life as a digital press operator.

Fujifilm partner Daniel Zimmermann from Felix Schoeller talks to Wayne about the importance of substrate selection for brands and converters. Bonded substrates have an amazing amount of regulations that are changing all the time.

Wayne chats with Keynote speaker Christian Menegon about the changing face of flexible packaging and how converters may need thier customers to adapt to a new way of working.

Wayne talks to Fujifilm partner Christian Hauswald from EyeC about the importance of inspection control for all flexible packaging and how EyeC has developed a system that can spot minor defects at very fast production speeds.

At Fujifilm's FP790 Open House in Lüneburg, Germany, Wayne Beckett speaks with Brian Batease from Quantum Flex Pack, a startup flexible packaging company based in Illinois, USA. The conversation comes at a particularly exciting time for Quantum Flex Pack, which has become the first company in the United States to invest in Fujifilm's FP790 digital flexible packaging press. With production scheduled to begin soon, the company is building a complete flexible packaging operation around digital technology from day one. Having spent more than a decade in the flexible packaging industry, Batease explains why the FP790 stood out from other solutions on the market. For him, one of the biggest advantages is the machine's simplicity. By removing much of the complexity traditionally associated with digital printing, Fujifilm has created a platform that enables operators to produce high-quality flexible packaging efficiently and consistently. Quantum Flex Pack plans to serve a broad range of applications, including pet snacks, beef jerky, packaged meats, baked goods, and other flexible packaging products. Rather than limiting itself to a particular run length or market segment, the company believes the FP790 provides the flexibility to handle both short-run and higher-volume production requirements. The discussion also covers the realities of launching a startup operation, including investments in laminating, slitting, and pouch-making equipment to create a fully integrated manufacturing environment. With equipment already on order and installation plans underway, Quantum Flex Pack is preparing to enter a highly competitive but rapidly growing market. As the first American company to invest in Fujifilm's FP790, Quantum Flex Pack represents an interesting example of how digital technologies continue to open new opportunities within the flexible packaging industry.

Wayne talks to Burt about Helix's continued work with FujiFilm to develop a Digital Front End that can handle greater workflow integration for Converters.

I don't know if the following is 100% accurate. Still, it seems that after Fujifilm and Xerox terminated their partnership, the Fujifilm engineers have worked harder than ever to bring new and exciting products to the market. In this film, I talk to General Manager Scott P. Mackie about the new Revoria B2 toner press, and the inkjet-based Continues Feed printer 1160CF. Enjoy the story and the others already on INKISH.TV.

In the suburbs of Brussels in Belgium, you find Fujifilm Europes facility for education and demos, and INKISH was invited to go there to talk to Head of Digital Solutions EMEA Taro Aoki. Like always, we love these conversations since the length allows us to discuss in details. In this conversation, this takes us from German cars vs—Japanese cars to why the Fujifilm 720/750 is such a good match for many offset printers. Taro Aoki also talks about some of the things he believes Fujifilm could bring to market in the future. As usual. Enjoy!

Henning Rose from Wegner in Bremen, Germany, recently won the Innovation Print Award at a Fujifilm event for an exceptional book project, securing second place in the brochures category and the Global Award for their book. The award is significant for their digital print shop, which specializes in niche projects and uses advanced digital printing systems, including Fujifilm Jetpress and Revorias. The winning book featured intricate details like a transparent foil cover and a keyhole cutout, showcasing their technical expertise. The project, produced on three digital systems, was completed in about eight weeks. This recognition enhances their reputation and is valuable for marketing and attracting new customers.

Our beloved host Pat McGrew travels the world, and in this episode, she brings you wonderfull print samples from a Fuji-Xerox user event in Japan. Pat McGrew is clearly impressed by the samples that not only showcases the technology used but also plays an important role in engaging the participants at the event.

As we arrived at OnPress in our Uber, we immediately noticed that the building seemed to house several different businesses. It quickly became clear, however, that many of the names were actually part of OnPress itself, reflecting the wide range of services the company offers. Back when CDs and DVDs were huge, they represented a significant part of OnPress’ business, and as those markets changed, so did the company. Interestingly, OnPress still produces a considerable number of CDs and DVDs, so despite the obvious decline in demand, these formats remain popular for certain applications and markets. We quickly moved on to the printing side of the business, where a line of Xeikon presses was set up to produce roll-to-roll. As the VP of Book Manufacturing Lance Svoboda explained, these machines are true workhorses. They run almost 24/7, deliver remarkably consistent quality, and rarely require major service, making them ideal for the type of production OnPress handles. The main reason for our visit, however, was OnPress’ recent investment in Meccanotecnica’s perfect binding line. The system is used for both paperback production and producing book blocks for hardcover books, and everything is installed in an impressively compact and efficient setup. I must admit that the print quality from the Xeikon presses combined with the chosen binding technology was a very convincing match. The finished books simply looked great. Talking with Lance Svoboda also made it very clear that he understands technology and knows exactly what he wants from his production. His enthusiasm for the Meccanotecnica perfect binding line was impossible to miss. And that is perhaps particularly interesting when you remember that Meccanotecnica has spent decades building its reputation around Smyth sewing. Moving into perfect binding means entering a market where several competitors have just as much experience in perfect binding as Meccanotecnica has in sewing. That takes commitment, confidence in the technology, and a clear understanding of what customers need. At OnPress, that decision appears to have paid off. The combination of Xeikon digital printing and Meccanotecnica finishing creates a remarkably efficient book production environment, and judging from Lance Svoboda’s enthusiasm, OnPress is a very pleased customer — for sure!

As part of our California Cruising tour, we visited Lahlouh in San Francisco. That was an interesting visit, not only because of the company's technology - ranging from Xerox over Heidelberg to EFI, Horizon, and tons of other equipment but also because Lahlouh is a truly family-operated and owned printing company. The company has a commitment to its customers is second-to-none. With an ever-optimistic approach and willingness to develop new products and services, Lahlouh is in the hotspot of why print has a long and amazing future. Enjoy! LinkedIn Profiles: Catherine Lahlouh https://www.linkedin.com/in/lahlouh/ Tony Lahlouh https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-lahlouh-49b20535/

Welcome back to Tactiful Tuesdays! In Episode 9, I’m chatting with the talented Kendra Roberson, a soon-to-be Cal Poly Graphic Communication program graduate. Kendra shares her journey from being a high school graphic design enthusiast to exploring the vast world of print, digital embellishments, and industry networking. We dive into:- How mentorship and industry events shaped her career path- The power of networking in the print & digital space- The role of digital embellishments in accessibility and design- Hands-on experiences at drupa, TAGA, and EPS Connect- Her work with DCR Design and LA Metro. Plus, when available for hire, she shares key advice for aspiring designers. Don’t miss this insightful conversation with someone making big moves in the industry. Connect with Kendra:Email: Kendraroberson03@gmail.comLinkedIn: Kendra Roberson