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28 July - eCopy™ Inc. announced availability of eCopy PaperWorks™ desktop document imaging software. The new software enables organizations to get work done faster and simplify business processes that mix paper and electronic documents. eCopy PaperWorks helps office workers secure and preserve information contained across document types into a single, easy-to-manage PDF software file. With eCopy PaperWorks, office workers can convert electronic and paper documents into text-searchable, secure PDF files and directly include them in business applications and workflows. The scan to PDF software is designed specifically for office professionals that need to quickly and easily.
30 July - The Institute for Graphics and Imaging (IGI) has announced a seminar focused on the use of variable data and personalization. The course will be held on August 18, 2009, and will be conducted by Steve Brown, a teacher and consultant specializing in the use of data by creatives. Brown is the general partner, owner, and founder of Thetasphere, a firm specializing in FileMaker Pro applications. The course will detail how to design database solutions which increase productivity and efficiency. Students will develop multipage PDF files containing catalog cover spreads for various customers. Each spread will be customized with variable data and advanced personalization, based on buyer demographics and preferences. The FileMaker Pro solution used to create the PDF will be discussed at length. Employees who would benefit from the course include in-house FileMaker developers, graphic designers, production managers, marketing personnel, IT staff and CTOs.
29 July - MGI Digital Graphic Technology / MGI USA, a multi substrate (paper and plastic) digital press and finishing solution manufacturer, will present a range of expanded digital printing and finishing capabilities at PRINT 09, held September 11-16 in Chicago. Highlights include new Super Format print modes (up to 13 x 47”) for the Meteor DP60 Pro® multi-substrate digital press and the US premiere of the 20 x 29” (52 x 74 cm) format JETvarnish® digital inkjet spot UV coater. MGI’s solutions continue to raise the bar for digital innovation and provide printers with versatile, affordable options to increase productivity and maximize profitability. http://www.mgi-fr.com and http://www.mgiusa.com
28 July - Xeikon, a division of Punch Graphix, has received the prestigious 2009 InterTech Technology Award for the Xeikon 3300. The digital color press offers unparalleled imaging quality and productivity to label converters for economical and environmentally-friendly production of short to medium runs and just-in-time jobs. The dry toner electrophotography imaging process of the Xeikon 3300 enables the use of conventional substrates without coating or pre-treatment and emits no VOC's or other hazardous substances. The printed output of the Xeikon 3300 is fully recyclable. The press also features full rotary printing technology, enabling printing at rated engine speeds, for maximum productivity.
06 August - Xerox Corporation announced an expansion into the audio-visual market with the launch of Xerox Audio Visual Solutions. Previously known as Southern Business Communications, a subsidiary of Global Imaging Systems, Inc., the AV provider became part of Xerox when the company acquired Global Imaging Systems in 2007. Southern Business Communications now becomes Xerox Audio Visual Solution, continuing to offer design, installation, integration, maintenance and training on a variety of AV products to the education, commercial, military and government markets in the U.S. More...
03 August - Xerox Corporation digital production color devices account for more than 50 percent of the total worldwide page volume - and now print providers have another option for their digital printing needs with the launch of the Xerox DocuColor® 7002/8002 Digital Presses. Consistent high image quality and maximum productivity are powerful benefits of these new digital presses - ideal for producing promotional materials, collateral, direct marketing and photo publishing applications. More…
NAMES in the NEWS
6 August - DiMS! organizing print has named Randall Blinn as Senior Implementation Consultant in the North American market. In his new capacity, Blinn will assist printers implementing DiMS! software. Blinn is widely known in the printing and converting community as the former President of Graphic Computer Consultants, a firm which he headed for more than 25 years. Before starting his consultancy, Blinn was associated with another graphic arts computer firm, Stewart Systems. A graduate of the printing program at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Blinn also holds an MBA degree from the Keller Graduate School of Business in Chicago.
4 August - The Institute for Graphics and Imaging (IGI) - an education and training organization funded by and dedicated to the printing and graphic arts industry - has named the officers of its Board of Directors for the coming year. Elected at a recent meeting, after serving previously as directors, were:
· President—Tim Burton, President, Burton & Mayer
· Vice President—Joel Quadracci, President and CEO, Quad/Graphics
· Treasurer—Mark Kannenberg, President, RBP Chemical Technology
· Secretary—Ron Bertieri, President and COO, Friction Stir Link
Recent additions to the IGI Board of Directors include:
· Fuzzy S. Marek, CEO, The Marek Group
· Craig Faust, President and CEO, HGI Company
IGI Board members serving continuing terms include:
· Jim Dwyer, Chair, Waukesha County Board
· Shelly Harkins, Business Finance Specialist, Wisconsin Department of Commerce
· Ed Kelley, Member Waukesha County Technical College Foundation
· Niall Power (ex oficio), President, Printing Industries of Wisconsin
· Barbara Prindiville, President, Waukesha County Technical College
· Cary Tessmann (ex oficio), Chief Financial Officer, Waukesha County Technical College
· Dan Vrakas, Waukesha County Executive
30 July - MediConnect Global, Inc. announced the appointment of Naveen Trehan as Chief Strategic Relations Officer. Trehan brings more than 20 years of experience as an international executive and a veteran of the healthcare services industry. Naveen will be responsible for driving, maintaining and developing strategic relationships with customers and partners in all facets of the business. Trehan will help expand the current customer base and drive global market penetration. He will be responsible for strategic relations with government officials and healthcare industry leaders and will increase awareness of MediConnect's role in facilitating the exchange of medical information worldwide.
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