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Solvent strikes back

Solvent strikes backFEATURE: A new generation of solvent-based printer is in town, whose price-to-performance ratios are bringing the fight back to latex. Barney Cox considers engines around the £20,000 mark and how their value can be determined.

Mimaki UJV500-160 gets European launch at FESPA 2013

Mimaki UJV500-160 gets European launch at FESPA 2013

NEWS: Mimaki has announced a further addition to its line-up of launches at FESPA 2013, in the shape of the UJV500-160 UV-LED machine.

Kiian unveils new Digistar textile inks for FESPA

Kiian unveils new Digistar textile inks for FESPA

NEWS: Kiian Group has announced the launch of two new ink products for the textile market from its digital subsidiary.

Kiian Group renews commitment to 'innovation, growth and globalisation' at FESPA

NEWS: Ink manufacturer Kiian Group is preparing to launch a new brand portfolio at FESPA 2013, of which it is also a platinum sponsor.

InkTec unveils new inks with Jetrix KX5-R at FESPA 2013

NEWS: InkTec Europe will give the latest addition to its UV-curable printer family its European launch at FESPA 2013 this month, it has been announced.

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Coming of age: the HP Latex 3000

Sophie Matthews-Paul reports her impressions of HP's new Latex 3000 engine, launched today.

A clear winner: the benefits of ink-jet varnish

Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the applications and advantages for clear varnish in ink-jet printers.

Is Fujifilm's goose laying golden (ink-jet) eggs?

The ability of digital flat-beds to produce on corrugateds cost-effectively has opened more doors for PSPs – but what does it mean for Fujifilm and its R&D? Barney Cox elucidates.

A shiny challenge: metallic inks for wide-format print

Sophie Matthews-Paul delves into the latest developments in the eye-catching world of metallic inks – including new UV-curable formulations.

Is white ink capability really such a big deal?

Océ's Jeff Edwards explains why it's important to understand white ink's potential despite its limitations.

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The point of pinning

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The MEMS effect

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It's not all ink-jet, you know

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Turning down the heat: alternative inks

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