Business Management - Industry Trends

Five more independent regional and state affiliates of Printing Industries of America (PIA) have agreed to support and promote the launch of the PRINTING United Expo to their respective members. PRINTING United is a new industry event, serving all segments of the printing industry, produced by SGIA and NAPCO Media.

TLMI has announced the unveiling of "TLMI 4.0," a concept that encompasses new and exciting changes that will engage TLMI's membership and augment TLMI's messaging in a whole new way.

Derek Volk, president of Biddeford, Maine-based corrugated packaging manufacturer Volk Packaging, says he wants his company to be known for more than just making boxes. In May, the company will install the Volk Packaging Heroes Wall, which will feature tiles contributed by the public honoring those who have served in the U.S. armed forces.

As market convergence continues to accelerate, Kodak has decided to support the 2019 PRINTING United Expo in Dallas, Oct. 23-25, 2019. For Kodak, education is essential to move the industry forward and PRINTING United will offer many learning opportunities across all segments of the print industry.

The dangers of laundry and dish detergent pods have been well documented ever since these products began to appear on store shelves. However, detergent-related poisonings persist, and two legislators from New York have proposed packaging regulations in an effort to make these products safer.

Each year, market intelligence agency Mintel releases a collection of Global Packaging Trends. David Luttenberger of Mintel shared his thoughts behind this year’s five trends.

The third annual Digital Packaging Summit showcased digital printing’s impact on all packaging segments and an evolving retail world.

Mitsubishi Imaging (MPM), Inc. has announced its support of PRINTING United 2019 (Dallas, Oct. 23-25, 2019), seeing this comprehensive event as an opportunity to expand and create new alliances.

Komori America announced its support of PRINTING United Expo in 2019. According to Jacki Hudmon, Sr. VP of New Business Development, Komori America, as Komori continues to expand its product offerings and grow into new market segments, PRINTING United opens up new opportunities for the company – and for its customers.

As a solution provider evolves, so does its need for market exposure that can evolve along with it — especially when it comes to trade shows. MBO America, a leading provider of integrated finishing solutions, believes that exhibiting at PRINTING United will let it take advantage of precisely this kind of brand-building opportunity.