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A new page from Honey Printler's diary: HP latex videos

A new page from Honey Printler's diary: HP latex videosFEATURE: Dear Diary: The weather's shifting to autumn and my business should be shifting with it. But I have no idea how to get myself out of this sign and display rut and into something more exciting.

Business planning: look at all possible resources

Business planning: look at all possible resources

FEATURE: Now is a time when many company owners take the time to consider what next steps they should be taking with their businesses.

This emperor has plenty of new clothes: HP's new Scitex LX offerings

This emperor has plenty of new clothes: HP's new Scitex LX offerings

FEATURE: Since the earliest machines incorporating HP's latex printing technologies came onto the market, the company has always been positive about their potential and this has continued today with the launch of the latest models in its Scitex LX line.

Scitex upgrades and latex media launches for HP at ISA

NEWS: HP chose ISA International Sign Expo to unveil a number of new upgrades for its Scitex wide-format portfolio, including metallic capabilities.

New website for GPT as Mimaki white ink arrives

New website for GPT as Mimaki white ink arrives

NEWS: GPT has launched a new interactive website, designed to be a 'one-stop shop' for wide-format print houses.

Mimaki JV400 gives Morgan Signs's vehicle graphics arm a head start

Mimaki JV400 gives Morgan Signs's vehicle graphics arm a head start

NEWS: Morgan Signs says the new Mimaki JV400 latex machine that it acquired from Mimaki reseller GPT is 'head and shoulders above the competition'.

Double investment from CWES pays off for Frost Signs

Double investment from CWES pays off for Frost Signs

NEWS: Kent's Frost Signs says it is 'delighted' with the Expanse Premier Cast Vinyl and cast laminate from CWE Solutions for vehicle wraps.

OPG delivers visual feast for Hamilton pizzeria

OPG delivers visual feast for Hamilton pizzeria

NEWS: Lanarkshire-based PSP OPG has used its HP latex line-up to produce a full interior makeover for local pizza restaurant Café Eataliano in Hamilton.

Guandong unveils new latex-specific window film

Guandong unveils new latex-specific window film

NEWS: Guandong has added a latex-compliant window graphic material called One Way Vision Polymeric 18660.

Mimaki launches JV400LX media certification scheme

Mimaki launches JV400LX media certification scheme

NEWS: Mimaki has announced a partnership with Color Concepts that will see media for use with Mimaki's JV400LX printer and latex inks independently certified.

Hybrid welcomes arrival of white latex ink for Mimaki JV400

NEWS: Mimaki has announced the release of its 'much anticipated' white ink for the JV400-130LX and JV400-160LX latex printers.

A wide-format retrospective: 2012 in context

A wide-format retrospective: 2012 in context

FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul reflects on the year just passed and looks ahead to 2013, debating what platforms could be of interest to wide-format print houses looking to invest this year.

HP to demonstrate 'creative potential' of latex solutions at Heimtextil

NEWS: HP will showcase its Designjet family of wide-format printers at next month's Heimtextil trade show in Frankfurt.

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Display Wizard's 'Super Printer'

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Display Wizard's 'Super Printer'

NEWS: Display Wizard is enthusiastically awaiting delivery of an HP Designjet L28500 latex engine that the company has dubbed 'Super Printer'.

Neschen introduces thicker solvoprint easy 180 film

Neschen introduces thicker solvoprint easy 180 film

NEWS: Neschen has extended its popular solvoprint easy range of self-adhesive films with a new, thicker and removable formula.

Sihl introduces Vivalux latex films for backlits

Sihl introduces Vivalux latex films for backlits

NEWS: Sihl Direct UK says it is addressing the opportunities for latex-based print technologies in backlit applications by introducing two new polyester films in its Vivalux range, available immediately.

HP latex inks achieve Sustainable Product Certification

HP latex inks achieve Sustainable Product Certification

NEWS: HP's latex and A50 ink-jet web press inks have become the first water-based ink-jet inks to achieve UL Environment's Sustainable Product Certification, the company has announced.

GPT Open House to feature major 2012 wide-format launches

GPT Open House to feature major 2012 wide-format launches

NEWS: GPT will open its doors to the industry to demonstrate new wide-format print technology at its Open House event in Reading on October 16th to 18th.

New HP latex tour dates and UK special offer announced

New HP latex tour dates and UK special offer announced

NEWS: HP's Latex Applications Tour will make a second trip around the UK, with six dates in six cities added to the road show.

Press On Digital Imaging doubles up with second Scitex LX850 purchase

Press On Digital Imaging doubles up with second Scitex LX850 purchase

NEWS: Press On Digital Imaging (PODI) has invested in a second HP Scitex LX850 printer to boost production capacity for its vehicle wrapping and window film offer.

Design stars call on Allen Signs for BT ArtBox charity project

NEWS: Ten designers have entrusted their artistic vision to Lincolnshire-based sign-maker Allen Signs as part of BT's ArtBox initiative in aid of ChildLine.

French printer keeps on track with LX600 for RATP project

French printer keeps on track with LX600 for RATP project

NEWS: A French PSP has revealed how its HP Scitex LX600 printer has made a positive environmental and financial impact.

Bordeaux expands reseller network following 'very successful' drupa

NEWS: Bordeaux Digital Printink says it has appointed new resellers and received new OEM opportunities following a 'very successful' drupa show last month.

drupa 2012 visitor numbers 'far surpass' 2008 figures for Ricoh

drupa 2012 visitor numbers 'far surpass' 2008 figures for Ricoh

NEWS: Ricoh has reported a successful appearance at drupa 2012 in Düsseldorf in Germany, with 'thousands of print service providers from all across the world' visiting Ricoh's stand.

Mimaki 'thrilled' by positive feedback at drupa

Mimaki 'thrilled' by positive feedback at drupa

NEWS: Mimaki reports that it enjoyed 'major success' at this year's drupa, with 'strong lead generation' and sales as well as a positive reception for its new products.

The wider elements of drupa

The wider elements of drupa

FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul rounds up the new wide-format technology on show at this year's drupa.

Ricoh reveals new latex printer and workflow at 'carbon neutral' drupa

NEWS: Ricoh has announced its presence at drupa, beginning today (May 3rd), is carbon neutral thanks to its on-site printing activity complying with its Carbon Balanced Printing Programme and recycling initiatives.

GPT announces open days with new Mimaki printers

GPT announces open days with new Mimaki printers

NEWS: Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) is inviting wide-format print companies to its showroom in Reading, UK for another three-day open house event.

Mimaki JV400 series global sales pass 200 since February launch

Mimaki JV400 series global sales pass 200 since February launch

NEWS: Hybrid Services reports that the JV400 series printers have amassed more than 200 sales world-wide since their launch earlier this year.

Two EDP Awards won by Mimaki printers

Two EDP Awards won by Mimaki printers

NEWS: Mimaki's JV400-LX Series latex printer and TS500-1800 dye-sublimation printer have each won European Digital Press (EDP) Association Awards.

Latest Mimaki printers and applications on show at drupa

Latest Mimaki printers and applications on show at drupa

NEWS: Mimaki will demonstrate its latest printer developments and applications at drupa next month, including the new Mimaki JFX500-2131 UV-LED flat-bed.

Ecosse Signs 'greatly increases capacity' with HP Latex

Ecosse Signs 'greatly increases capacity' with HP Latex

NEWS: Lanarkshire-based Ecosse Signs says its investment in a new HP L26500 Latex printer, supplied by William Smith, has helped it achieve higher capacity for vehicle graphics and other display applications.

HP reports 'significant' sales and 'huge success' at Sign and Digital

HP reports 'significant' sales and 'huge success' at Sign and Digital

NEWS: HP says its presence at Sign and Digital UK last month generated 'widespread interest' in its new latex printers.

New Spanish and Portuguese dates for HP Latex Application Tour

New Spanish and Portuguese dates for HP Latex Application Tour

NEWS: The HP Latex Application Tour will continue its European roadshow with dates confirmed for Spain and Portugal.

Hybrid Services records 'an excellent' Sign and Digital UK

Hybrid Services records 'an excellent' Sign and Digital UK

NEWS: Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services 'enjoyed an excellent' appearance at Sign and Digital UK 2012.

HP at Sign and Digital UK: great expectations and practical realities

HP at Sign and Digital UK: great expectations and practical realities

FEATURE: Sign and Digital UK sees the Designjet 1.54m L26500 and 2.64m L28500 lining themselves up as top attractions at the show.

FESPA Digital 'massive success' for Mimaki

FESPA Digital 'massive success' for Mimaki

NEWS: Mimaki has described its presence at FESPA Digital as 'a massive success', with the launch of its printers with white latex ink causing 'a stir'.

Kall Kwik's 'best performing' centre celebrates 30 years

Kall Kwik's 'best performing' centre celebrates 30 years

NEWS: One of Kall Kwik's 'best performing centres' in London's West End was visited this week by new Kall Kwik brand owner Nigel Toplis in celebration of its 30th anniversary.

Hybrid Services prepares for Mimaki launches at Sign and Digital UK

Hybrid Services prepares for Mimaki launches at Sign and Digital UK

NEWS: Hybrid Services has confirmed its line-up for its Sign and Digital UK stand, which will feature a number of 'huge' launches of Mimaki wide-format products.

German printer beats the tattoo for music festival using Scitex LX600

German printer beats the tattoo for music festival using Scitex LX600

NEWS: A German printer has used an HP Scitex machine with latex inks to produce a 2,200sq m replica of the Brandenburg Gate for a music festival in Berlin.

Perfect Colours installs UK's first Designjet L28500 at Print Designs

Perfect Colours installs UK's first Designjet L28500 at Print Designs

NEWS: Perfect Colours has installed the UK's first HP Designjet L28500 at Print Designs.

Mimaki latex sees '150 pre-orders' at FESPA Digital

Mimaki latex sees '150 pre-orders' at FESPA Digital

NEWS: More than 150 Mimaki JV400-series wide-format printers with latex ink were pre-ordered at FESPA Digital, with British visitors 'positive' about the newly launched product, according to distributor Hybrid Services.

Turning down the heat: alternative inks

Turning down the heat: alternative inks

FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at latex ink technologies and alternatives likely to come on-stream.

HP boosts latex line with Designjet debuts at FESPA Digital

HP boosts latex line with Designjet debuts at FESPA Digital

NEWS: HP is currently exhibiting its new HP Designjet L28500 and HP Designjet L26500 printers with latex inks at FESPA Digital.

Reseller GPT shows support for new Mimaki latex printers

Reseller GPT shows support for new Mimaki latex printers

NEWS: GPT has commented on the predicted popularity of Mimaki's JV400LX latex ink-based wide-format printers and states it expects to be a 'key reseller'.

Mimaki reveals first white latex ink in host of wide-format developments

Mimaki reveals first white latex ink in host of wide-format developments

NEWS: Mimaki has unveiled new latex inks, including the first white latex ink on the market.

Mimaki to rise to the challenge of its rival with massive launch

Mimaki to rise to the challenge of its rival with massive launch

FEATURE: James Matthews-Paul looks at the significance of Mimaki's latest product launches, including a rival latex ink.

New HP Designjets to make first major international appearance at FESPA Digital

New HP Designjets to make first major international appearance at FESPA Digital

NEWS: HP will continue its campaign to demonstrate digital printing at the upcoming FESPA Digital trade show, by showcasing the new Designjet L28500 and Designjet L26500 printers with HP latex inks.

Stocksigns gets first HP Designjet L26500 latex printer in UK

Stocksigns gets first HP Designjet L26500 latex printer in UK

NEWS: CWE Solutions has sold the new HP Designjet L26500 large-format latex printer to Stocksigns – the first such machine to be sold in the UK.

Getting certified: John E Wright and the HP Eco Solutions Certification

Getting certified: John E Wright and the HP Eco Solutions Certification

OPINION: Mark Dawson, technical business manager at John E Wright and Co, talks about why his business signed up for HP Eco Solutions Certification.

ArtSystems opens HP latex printer demonstration suite

ArtSystems opens HP latex printer demonstration suite

NEWS: ArtSystems has opened a 'unique' demonstration facility for HP's latex wide-format printers in Nottingham.

How can latex printers help designers? Bringing flexibility to fine art

How can latex printers help designers? Bringing flexibility to fine art

FEATURE: One of the most interesting aspects on a recent visit to Barcelona was talking to people who are actually using HP's latex printing technologies for innovative design.

How can latex printers help designers? Printing with latex

How can latex printers help designers? Printing with latex

FEATURE: Latex printers can help designers because they provide several output options, all using the same Latex ink which helps bring down the number of output variables.

Signarama Reading gets new owners

Signarama Reading gets new owners

NEWS: Signarama has announced that Richard Wheeler has become the sign-making company's newest franchisee, having taken over the Reading centre.

The wheels on the truck: the latex tour comes to the UK and Ireland

The wheels on the truck: the latex tour comes to the UK and Ireland

OPINION: James Matthews-Paul takes a trip on the HP latex truck and reports back on why business owners should consider getting on board.

Signs Express goes shopping at HP and Easymount for new Bromsgrove facility

Signs Express goes shopping at HP and Easymount for new Bromsgrove facility

NEWS: The Birmingham SW branch of Signs Express has purchased an HP L25500 Latex printer and an Easymount Laminator for use in its new studio in Bromsgrove.

Taking grey areas out of greener practices

Taking grey areas out of greener practices

FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul outlines some of the criteria which are being discussed in digital print circles.

Inky printer's fingers

Inky printer's fingers

FEATURE: Ink is ink is ink, right? Wrong. If you are in the wide-format business ink can be a crucial part of your production economics equation.

Pondering the wider potential of ink-jet

Pondering the wider potential of ink-jet

FEATURE: No matter what the ink chemistry, there are people out in the big wide world who might not be sign-makers or display printers but are still able to find a use for product decoration or marking.

HP increases latex range with new Designjets

HP increases latex range with new Designjets

NEWS: HP has announced the introduction of two new printers in its Designjet range, thus expanding its latex ink offering.

HP latex truck to roll into UK in November

NEWS: The HP Latex Applications Tour will continue its journey through Europe this month with four stops in the UK.

Should I attend distributors' open days? It's well worth going the extra mile

Should I attend distributors' open days? It's well worth going the extra mile

FEATURE: In recent times there's been a spate of open days, road shows and other events all acting as spurs off the main trade show circuit.

HP to present 'versatile wide-format solutions' at Ipex Digital Middle East

HP to present 'versatile wide-format solutions' at Ipex Digital Middle East

NEWS: November's Ipex Digital Middle East trade show in Abu Dhabi, UAE will feature a showcase of 'versatile' printing solutions for graphics by HP.

Is there room for more niche trade shows in the print industry?

Is there room for more niche trade shows in the print industry?

FEATURE: The idea with next year's EcoPrint is to provide an environment conducive to debate, argument and discussion.

UK and Ireland dates announced for HP latex roadshow

UK and Ireland dates announced for HP latex roadshow

NEWS: HP has confirmed its European Latex Applications roadshow will reach the UK and Ireland later this autumn.

HP's Viscom Sign line-up to feature broad product range and green technologies

HP's Viscom Sign line-up to feature broad product range and green technologies

NEWS: HP has announced the seminar schedule and product line-up for its stand at the Viscom Sign exhibition in Spain from October 6th to 8th.

HP to continue Viscom campaign in Düsseldorf

NEWS: HP has released details for its stand at the German Viscom show, taking place in Düsseldorf from October 13th to 15th.

HP to go superwide at Viscom Paris with Scitex

HP to go superwide at Viscom Paris with Scitex

NEWS: HP has announced that its stand at the upcoming Viscom Paris trade fair will showcase the superwide- and wide-format digital ink-jet printers in its Scitex and Designjet ranges.

Bespoke wall map from Printed Space helps autistic boy

Bespoke wall map from Printed Space helps autistic boy

NEWS: Printed Space has told Output about the popularity of its HP latex-printed map murals and their recent use in a DIY SOS project.

HP's Latex Truck: the value of taking to the road

HP's Latex Truck: the value of taking to the road

FEATURE: The concept of a roadshow is not new, and it fits into today's model where we expect our groceries and books to be delivered to our door.

HP's Latex Truck moves up a gear with extended tour

HP's Latex Truck moves up a gear with extended tour

NEWS: HP has revealed its Latex Truck – a mobile showcase of its latex printing technology – is to continue its European tour later this summer.

Imagin wallNoodle now suitable for borderless wall graphics

NEWS: Mactac's Imagin wallNoodle WN628 speciality vinyl for indoor wall graphics is now suitable for edge-to-edge latex printing.

UK's newest Signarama opens in Thames Valley

UK's newest Signarama opens in Thames Valley

NEWS: The newest branch of sign-making franchise Signarama has been opened in Bracknell, Berkshire.

HP has eyes on the road with latex tour

HP has eyes on the road with latex tour

NEWS: HP is taking its latex printing technology on the road in Europe, with this week's FESPA Digital show in Hamburg, Germany the first stop.

The wheels keep turning for digital success

The wheels keep turning for digital success

FEATURE: Consolidation – that's the word I'd use to describe this year's FESPA Digital, and the atmosphere throughout has been alive and buzzing.

HP showcasing newest latex technologies at FESPA Digital 2011

NEWS: HP has taken a range of its wide-format printing equipment to FESPA Digital, where it intends to demonstrate how its Scitex and Designjet machines can offer an 'attractive' alternative to solvent processes.

3M 'very pleased' with EFI and HP partnerships

3M 'very pleased' with EFI and HP partnerships

NEWS: Technology company 3M has commented on its collaborations with HP and EFI, the results of which will be on display at FESPA Digital from May 24th to 27th.

A royal slew of new printers: making sense of the new launches

A royal slew of new printers: making sense of the new launches

FEATURE: With new offerings out from Roland DG, HP, Fujifilm, Océ and Seiko one could be forgiven for thinking that there's a fair or two in the works.

HP upgrades and expands Latex family with entry-level 3.2m

NEWS: HP has made a number of additions to its family of Latex products.

No ink will do everything

No ink will do everything

FEATURE: There seem to be arguments and discussions going on about which is the most superior ink.

UV-curable vs solvent: Ink choices depend on what you do

UV-curable vs solvent: Ink choices depend on what you do

FEATURE: The difference between UV-curable and solvent-based technologies goes further than the ink chemistries.

New display portfolio shown off by pixart.it at Viscom

New display portfolio shown off by pixart.it at Viscom

NEWS: The recent Viscom Italia exhibition was a chance for Italian company pixart.it to present its new display department as well as an opportunity to 'take stock', it says.

Family business becomes first Swedish company to purchase a Scitex LX800

NEWS: Trycket Mora has become the first Swedish business to own an HP Scitex LX800.

JKN Digital becomes first UK business to own HP Scitex LX800

NEWS: Print centre JKN Digital has recently purchased an HP Scitex LX800 through large-format dealers City and West End (CWE) Solutions, making them the first business in the UK to own one of the machines.

HP star of the show at The Old Globe

NEWS: HP has revealed that a Designjet L25500 printer and HP PVC-free Wall Paper was used to create a visual timeline included in an exhibition at Tony Award-winning theatre The Old Globe.

Hexis boasts ‘green’ wrapping products at FESPA

NEWS: Hexis launched its new cast latex digital printing film and gloss laminate for vehicle wrapping applications at FESPA, where it highlighted the products’ environmental merits.

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