A FuturePrint, feira de impressão digital têxtil e comunicação visual, aliou-se ao Instituto Focus Têxtil e a Brother para capacitação de profissionais.

Dr. Simon Daplyn, Product and Marketing Manager at Sun Chemical, delivered an engaging and insightful presentation titled “Print, Pack, De-Ink, Repeat” at FuturePrint, focusing on the role of digital print in achieving greater circularity in packaging. Daplyn addressed key challenges and opportunities in the digital packaging sector, emphasizing the importance of sustainability, de-inking, and innovation. Digital Print: Dispelling Myths Daplyn began by challenging common misconceptions about digital print in packaging.

Industrial print is a dynamic and essential field characterized by its adaptability and durability, designed to withstand harsh real-world conditions such as extreme temperatures, moisture, abrasion, and chemical exposure. This sector focuses on delivering long-lasting prints on a variety of non-traditional surfaces, ranging from glass and textiles to electronics and automotive parts. Industrial printing encompasses decorative printing, which adds visual appeal to products like ceramics and textiles, and…

Join Jeff Wettersten of Keypoint Intelligence to learn about digital printing's transformative power on the packaging industry at FuturePrint TECH.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — July  2, 2025 —Sun Chemical will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of digital solutions for textiles, graphics and industrial print applications at FuturePrint 2025 from July 16-19 at Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo, Brazil. “We look forward to sharing our newest products for digital printing with customers at this year’s FuturePrint show,” said Renato Rossi, Sales Manager, Latin America–Advanced Materials, Sun Chemical. “The latest technological developments for digital printing from Sun Chemical are designed to help our customers use more efficient processes and more sustainable materials to create more stand-out, innovative products.” Visitors of stand H250 will learn about Sun Chemical’s latest ink, textile inkjet, screen, industrial as well as wide and super wide format inkjet solutions for textiles and graphics. Textile Inks Launched earlier this year, Xennia Sapphire inks for textile will be on display at Sun Chemical’s stand. With bold colors and high-resistance properties, these inks can be printed on cotton, polyester or blended fabrics and offer excellent color performance, wash fastness and durability. Xennia Sapphire inks contain binders and are fixed with dry heat only, leading to less water usage during the post-process than other dye-based digital textile inks. Xennia Sapphire inks span low, medium and high viscosity digital printhead platforms for extensive compatibility with wider format and industrial printers. Other textile inks on display will include Xennia Jade for direct-to-film (DTF) printing, which enable reliable, long-lasting, quality prints that optimize efficiency through vibrant colors and high-opacity whites. Sun Chemical’s water-based sublimation inks for textiles will also be highlighted at the show, including ElvaJet Opal and ElvaJet Topaz. Visitors can also find out about Xennia Amethyst reactive inks for textiles and Xennia Agate acid inks. Industrial Solutions Sun Chemical will highlight its global inkjet brand, SunJet, along with innovative collaborations with OEM partners, system integrators and printhead manufacturers. SunJet can be used for applications such as graphics, décor, direct-to-shape, industrial and packaging. For inkjet degassing, Sun Chemical’s SEPAREL modules offer a significant advancement in degassing technology by facilitating optimal ink performance through minimal pressure loss and compact size. Inks for Wide and Super Wide Format Graphics Streamline Toccata is Sun Chemical’s newest water-based ink for wide format graphics. Based on innovative dispersion and resin chemistry and compatible with a wide variety of substrates, the aqueous Streamline Toccata inks are designed to meet the high demands of display graphics in poster and point-of-purchase corrugated applications. The Streamline range of eco-solvent inks will also be showcased, offering low-odor and GREENGUARD Gold certification, with updates to the Streamline ESL 2 and Ultima inks highlighted for compatibility with Epson i3200 and Brother printheads. Streamline TVL 2 and TEL2 inks have been engineered to support eco-solvent inkjet printers with an extensive color palette, including new inks in orange and green. Sun Chemical’s stand will also display a new UV ink technology for low viscosity printheads. Targeting graphics and UV DTF markets, this range of inks includes CMYK, white and varnish and is a low-viscosity formula that requires no heating within the printer. To learn more about Sun Chemical’s innovations and solutions on display at FuturePrint 2025, stop by stand H250 at the show or visit www.sunchemical.com/digital. Posted: July 3, 2025 Source: Sun Chemical Corporation

The BHS Jetliner Monochrome, developed by BHS Corrugated, is a groundbreaking innovation in Single-pass Inkjet technology tailored for corrugated box producers. This system enables one-color black printing directly inline at corrugator speeds and widths, revolutionizing the industry by offering a seamless and efficient solution for digital pre-printed sheets. StarCorr Sheets, in collaboration with Corrugated Partners Group (CPG), leverages this technology under the brand name…

Matt Brooks has joined Nazdar, bringing with him unparalleled expertise in the packaging sector, particularly in the development of single-pass inkjet presses. His extensive technical and commercial knowledge is expected to play a crucial role in helping Nazdar’s OEM customers accelerate their product development and enhance their market impact. Expressing his enthusiasm about the new role, Matt stated, “I’m extremely excited to be part of the Nazdar OEM family.

The FuturePrint Industrial Print CONFEX, scheduled for January 21–22, 2026, took a significant step forward with a recent stakeholder meeting that brought together technology developers, solution providers, and end users. The focus of the meeting was to ensure the event aligns with real-world commercial opportunities in the rapidly evolving industrial print sector. A key outcome of the discussions was the identification of four core verticals that will anchor the CONFEX: …

Keypoint Intelligence, a leading provider of market research and insights for the digital imaging industry, has released its latest On Demand Printing & Publishing Forecasts for the United States and Western Europe. These forecasts provide a comprehensive analysis of the production print industry’s trajectory up to 2029, offering valuable insights into how evolving customer demands, technological advancements, and economic factors are reshaping the print landscape.

At Labelexpo Europe 2025 (Booth 3E23-3E29), Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) and Gallus will introduce a significant evolution in smart, connected printing with the launch of two new machine solutions. These innovations are designed to address the growing challenges faced by label converters, including the demand for shorter production runs, faster turnaround times, and the need to maintain productivity and profitability amid tightening margins and complex market dynamics.

The session, moderated by FuturePrint’s Elena Knight, brought together experts from across the print value chain to address the industry’s sustainability challenges. The panel included Mathew Rogerson of The Pack Scout, Jeff Freeman of Cimpress, Carlos Lahoz from HP Industrial Print, Stefan Casey of io.tt, and sustainability consultant Steve Lister. The central question was not whether print can be sustainable, but how the industry can prove, align on, and effectively communicate its sustainability efforts.

Digital inkjet printing on wire and cable manufacturing offers significant productivity benefits, including the ability to print variable data, achieve fast changeovers, and produce indelible markings at high line speeds. However, ensuring consistent, high-quality results is challenging due to factors such as material properties, contamination, and ink adhesion. This summary explores the challenges of marking fiber optic cables, the solutions offered by UV-curable inkjet printing, and the technology behind it.

Inkjet printing has long been hailed as a transformative technology for industrial production, promising a shift from traditional analogue methods to digital manufacturing. However, this transition remains incomplete, with lingering concerns around quality, reliability, and system integration. At the IST UV Days conference in Metz, Didier Rousseau of KELENN Technology, alongside Frazer Chesterman of FuturePrint and Holly Steedman of…

Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) has officially joined A Manifesto for More Sustainable Print as a founding partner, marking a significant step in the collective effort to drive environmental responsibility and innovation across the printing industry. Known for its long-standing commitment to sustainability, Domino’s involvement underscores its dedication to shaping a more sustainable future for print and supporting industry-wide progress. Launched in collaboration with key industry stakeholders, …

Community as Competitive Edge Dscoop, a vibrant community for the printing industry, has established itself as a unique and valuable platform for peer-to-peer learning and innovation. Unlike traditional conferences that focus on vendor showcases, Dscoop events emphasize honesty and collaboration, with members leading discussions and sharing both successes and cautionary tales. This approach has been particularly impactful in an era marked by increasing complexity, as businesses navigate automation, sustainability mandates, supply chain instability, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Dave Gray of Dantex delivered a compelling and thought-provoking presentation at FuturePrint, challenging the industrial print sector to rethink its approach to digital press design, sustainability, and innovation. He emphasized the importance of modularity, sustainability, and leveraging legacy knowledge to drive the industry forward, while also addressing generational divides and the role of technology in shaping the future of print.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the print industry, and those who fail to adapt risk falling behind. To explore this transformative trend, Keypoint Intelligence, a leading market research firm, is hosting an exclusive webinar titled "Discover How AI is Reshaping the Print Industry" on Wednesday, July 23, at 10 AM ET (3 PM GMT). This event will provide valuable insights into how AI is driving innovation, enhancing productivity, and creating competitive advantages in the print sector.

The global plastic crisis continues to loom large, but the Nordic Region is emerging as a beacon of innovation and sustainability in the packaging industry. In a recent FuturePrint podcast, Guy Newcombe of Archipelago Technology highlighted how water-based Powerdrop coatings are revolutionizing paper containers, offering a viable alternative to plastic without the environmental drawbacks. This breakthrough underscores the region’s leadership in tackling the plastic problem while meeting the demands of modern packaging.

The transition of inkjet technology from traditional graphics to functional materials is placing increasing demands on chemistry, making it a cornerstone of innovation in the field. In this context, FuturePrint is thrilled to announce ChemStream as a TECH Partner for its upcoming industrial print event, FuturePrint TECH Munich, scheduled for 21-22 January 2026. Based in Belgium, ChemStream is a formulation-focused company with deep expertise in surface science.

The Gulf region is undergoing a significant shift in attitudes toward sustainability, with environmental goals now central to national strategies. The UAE’s Vision 2030, for instance, emphasizes pedestrian-friendly zones and clean energy, while public campaigns increasingly focus on fitness, recycling, and green technologies. This evolving cultural landscape has enabled businesses like Blue Rhine to take a leading role in promoting sustainable practices, particularly in the print industry.

Inkatronic, an industrial inkjet specialist based in Linz, Austria, has announced its partnership with the FuturePrint TECH Industrial Print confex, set to take place in Munich on January 21-22, 2026. The company, led by Georg Bödler and his son Mikael, is renowned for its blend of engineering precision and technological innovation. Inkatronic manages the entire development process, from waveform optimization and fluid testing to print-quality validation and the construction of custom production machines.

42 Technology, a Cambridgeshire-based consultancy with expertise in solving complex engineering challenges across various industries, believes it has developed a more efficient method for drying water-based inks in digital printing. The company, based in St Ives near Cambridge, specializes in cross-sector innovation, leveraging its expertise in mechanical engineering, packaging, medtech, energy, and digital print. Dr. Peter Brown, the firm’s Chief Commercial Officer, describes 42 Technology as “generalists who specialize,” while Rowan Beale, a systems engineer, leads the company’s RF (radio frequency) dielectric drying development program.