Eco3 announces global price increase for offset printing plates and related chemicals
Print Solutions Eco3 has announced a global price increase for its offset printing plates and chemicals, effective March 1. The decision follows the continued rise in the cost of aluminium – the key component of offset plates – as well as the increasing cost of all aluminium related treatments and processes. ‘Despite our ongoing internal efficiency efforts, the sharp cost increases in manufacturing make this pricing action unavoidable to ensure sustainable supply and serv
Feb 111 min read
Designing for end of life
Packaging Solutions Amy Hooper, head of innovation and sustainability at Biffa, discusses how end of life thinking, data and collaboration with waste managers can unlock truly circular, commercially viable packaging. As policy, economics and public scrutiny redefine what ‘good’ packaging looks like, converters everywhere are facing mounting pressure to design formats that perform across their entire lifecycles. From Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and recyclability a
Feb 118 min read
New Visualis3R Academy – bringing embellishment power to designers and printers
Print Solutions Color-Logic, the exclusive distributor of Visualis3R, has announced the Visualis3R Academy – a comprehensive knowledge base to specifically support graphic designers, agencies, brands, and printers in mastering the world of print embellishment. The Visualis3R Academy was developed in response to a critical need in the printing industry. While designers already possess creative expertise, they often lack both the specialised tools and the practical training n
Feb 112 min read
Nulogy’s shop floor software to power complete co-packing’s operations
Packaging Solutions Complete Co‑packing has announced its partnership with Nulogy at Packaging Innovations 2026. The Welsh firm has chosen Nulogy’s Shop Floor Solution to power the digitalisation of its production environment and strengthen agility, visibility, and service levels for its brand partners and growing business. With over 30 years’ experience meeting customers’ outsourcing demands across food, drink, household and specialist markets, Complete Co‑packing recognis
Feb 112 min read
Clifton Packaging achieves AA+ grade in voluntary BRCGS audit
Packaging Solutions Clifton Packaging has secured AA+ grade certification following a voluntary unannounced BRCGS Packaging Materials audit across both of its Leicester production sites, highlighting the company's commitment to maintaining the highest operational standards. The recertification audit, conducted in December 2025, saw Clifton upgrade from its previous AA grading to the prestigious AA+ grade – the highest accolade available under the BRCGS Packaging Materials I
Feb 112 min read
Formara expands with new inkjet investment
Print Solutions Formara Print & Marketing has invested in new inkjet production technology to expand its short run, full colour printing capabilities, responding to increasing demand for faster turnaround, and personalised print. The investment sees the company install the Kirk-Rudy Firejet 4C from AMS Mailing Systems, a production inkjet system that bridges the gap between toner based printers and large production presses. The move strengthens Formara’s ability to efficien
Feb 102 min read
ESP Digital expands hardback book production to meet demand
Print Solutions Full service litho and digital print specialist ESP Digital has invested in a Horizon hard case binding preparation system from IFS to meet increased demand for hardback books. The Horizon hard case binding preparation system enables in line short to medium run case bind book block preparation with end sheet tipping and gauze application. The Swindon operation’s system incorporates the ESF-1000 end sheet feeder, GF-500 gauze feeder and LBF-500 loose sheet
Feb 102 min read
When constraints spark creativity
Packaging Solutions Jude Pullen on the future of packaging. Ahead of Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, creative technologist Jude Pullen explores how constraints, from regulation to logistics, can become the most powerful driver of packaging innovation. Innovation often begins in the spaces between expectation and possibility, in the quiet moments when the familiar begins to reveal its limits. A box that resists opening, a shipment that wastes space, or a regulation t
Feb 108 min read
BSGA shines a spotlight on skills, education and community in the Sign Makers’ Village
Print Solutions The British Sign & Graphics Association (BSGA) is hosting a dedicated Sign Makers' Village during Sign & Digital UK 2026 at the NEC from February 22 and 24. Here visitors will get the chance to have discussions with industry experts, see the full spectrum of sign making techniques, and even have a go at a few themselves! The Sign Makers’ Village will host live demonstrations from industry experts throughout the event. Experienced sign writer Paul Hughes on t
Feb 101 min read
Spectrum Innovations elevates quality with Versafire LP investment
Print Solutions Spectrum Innovations has invested in a Versafire LP to benefit from its exceptional print quality. As the company needed to increase output and overall print quality, Heidelberg was its natural choice. ‘As a litho printer, we have always had Heidelberg presses,’ said Kath Doran, managing director of Spectrum Innovations. ‘As we move forward on our digital journey, we wanted to upgrade to a new level of quality and production capabilities. Heidelberg has alwa
Feb 92 min read
