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callas software puts pdfToolbox 17 at the centre of its show presence at Fespa

callas software will be exhibiting at FESPA Global Print Expo for the first time. Visitors to Europes leading trade fair for the printing and signage industry will have the opportunity to discover version 17 of pdfToolbox, callas softwares flagship product, at stand B120 in hall 3. FESPA will take place from 19 to 22 May 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona in Spain. Over 550 exhibitors and more than 14,000 international visitors are expected.

Supervisory Board of HEIDELBERG extends contracts of Jürgen Otto (CEO) and Dr. David Schmedding (CSO) early

The Supervisory Board of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has extended the contracts of Jürgen Otto (61), Chairman of the Executive Board (CEO), and Dr. David Schmedding (49), Executive Board Member for Sales and Technology (CSO), ahead of schedule. The new office terms will begin on July 1, 2026. Jürgen Ottos contract has been extended until July 31, 2029, and is limited by the age limit. Dr. David Schmeddings contract runs until June 30, 2031. With this decision, the Supervisory Board is sending a clear signal of continuity and stability at the top of the company.

EFI Showcases Latest Hybrid and Roll-to-Roll Innovations at ISA International Sign Expo 2026

Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (EFI) is showcasing its latest hybrid and roll-to-roll LED inkjet printing technologies at the ISA International Sign Expo, taking place April 8-10 in Orlando, Florida. Located at booth #701, EFI is demonstrating the EFI VUTEk M3h hybrid and EFI Pro 33r roll-to-roll LED printers, designed to help sign and display producers increase productivity, expand capabilities, and capture higher-value opportunities.

Introducing the Visualis3R Layer Mapping Manager: Simplifying Global Print Embellishment Terminology

Visualis3R has launched a comprehensive new feature addressing a common, yet seldom-discussed, real-world challenge: inconsistent naming conventions related to print embellishments.For example, what one designer calls Spot UV might be referred to as Varnish, Lacquer, or even Lack. These variationsin both terminology and spellingcan create confusion and production errors if not handled correctly.

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Supervisory Board of HEIDELBERG extends contracts of Jürgen Otto (CEO) and Dr. David Schmedding (CSO) early

The Supervisory Board of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has extended the contracts of Jürgen Otto (61), Chairman of the Executive Board (CEO), and Dr. David Schmedding (49), Executive Board Member for Sales and Technology (CSO), ahead of schedule. The new office terms will begin on July 1, 2026. Jürgen Ottos contract has been extended until July 31, 2029, and is limited by the age limit. Dr. David Schmeddings contract runs until June 30, 2031. With this decision, the Supervisory Board is sending a clear signal of continuity and stability at the top of the company.

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Offset Printing

Rapida 106 from Koenig & Bauer Ensures Highly Efficient Commercial and Book Production for Pozkal

The Pozkal printing company, one of the oldest private Polish book producers, has commissioned a high-performance Rapida 106 sheetfed offset press. The eight-colour press with perfecting for 4-over-4 production marks a crucial step in the process of rebuilding the company in Inowrocaw (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship) following a severe fire in May 2025. The installation of the technologically advanced press took place in February 2026, with the official commissioning following a month later.

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IST METZ presents innovative UV and LED curing technologies at interpack 2026

At interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, IST METZ will be presenting a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge UV and LED curing systems in Hall 8, Stand B48, at the PrintCity joint stand. The focus is on energy-efficient technologies, maximum process stability and intelligent analysis tools that reduce energy consumption whilst ensuring consistently high quality, even as demands increase.

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Inkjet & Digital Printing

Fujifilm to showcase a raft of new features on its flagship digital flexible packaging press at interpack 2026

Fujifilm today announces that it will use interpack 2026 to highlight a range of new developments to its Jet Press FP790 press, underlining its credentials as much more than a digital add-on but as a mainstream solution suitable for taking on flexo and gravure jobs at increasingly long run lengths. With four units now operational in three European countries and a further five on order, the presss credentials as a mainstream flexible packaging solution are already secure. Now, a range of significant new upgrades make the case stronger still.

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Textile Printing

Kornit unveils Atlas MATRIX at Konnections 2026

Kornit Digital Ltd. unveiled its Atlas MATRIX at Konnections 2026, redefining apparel production in the on-demand era. Atlas MATRIX is the first unified digital production system designed to deliver true demand-driven manufacturing with complete flexibility across cotton, polyester, and blended fabrics, with no compromise on quality, durability, or efficiency.

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Workflow

Kornit Digital Acquires PrintFactory

Kornit Digital Ltd. today announced its acquisition of PrintFactory, a global Netherlands-based technology leader of cloud-native workflow, color management and production automation software. The acquisition represents a strategic step in Kornits mission to accelerate the digital transformation of the global fashion and textile industry.

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callas software puts pdfToolbox 17 at the centre of its show presence at Fespa

callas software will be exhibiting at FESPA Global Print Expo for the first time. Visitors to Europes leading trade fair for the printing and signage industry will have the opportunity to discover version 17 of pdfToolbox, callas softwares flagship product, at stand B120 in hall 3. FESPA will take place from 19 to 22 May 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona in Spain. Over 550 exhibitors and more than 14,000 international visitors are expected.

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