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Associations & Organizations

APTech is a member-driven association that along with its independent subsidiary, WhatTheyThink, is a premier source of print industry news and analysis; media production; specialty events; and educational content on all facets of today’s print industry. APTech is ANSI-accredited to support national and international standards development for the print industry, including ICC, B65, CGATS and USTAG.

Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) is the premier destination for flexography training, articles, events and other resources.

The only professional association dedicated exclusively to the needs of all in-house publishing, printing, and distribution professionals.

  • Earning Points with Plastic
    by Cassie Balentine
    There is major growth opportunity in the three-dimensional (3D) printing plastics market. Five main plastic categories—photopolymers The post Earning Points with Plastic first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Post-Curing Processes
    by Cassie Balentine
    Sustainability goals in the manufacturing industry contribute to the trend of using UV-curing systems for three-dimensional (3D) printing processes—especially among additive manufacturing (AM) methods that work with resin. The post Post-Curing Processes first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Taking Control in Corrugate
    by Cassie Balentine
    Continued advancement and adoption of digital print in the corrugate printing… The post Taking Control in Corrugate first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Push the Limits
    by Cassie Balentine
    Sometimes customers become partners. This was the case at the beginning of the year when Meltio and One Off Robotics joined forces. The post Push the Limits first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.

PRINTING United Alliance is a trade association built by and for printers and professionals in the industrial, graphic, garment, textile, electronics, packaging and commercial printing markets. Alliance members grow their businesses through connections, resources, content and education.

Industry Publications

Since 1996, Big Picture has been the leading resource for the wide-format digital print market

Digital Output Magazine

  • Economics of Scale
    by Missy Donovan
    Wholesale printers strictly focus on serving existing print service providers (PSPs) looking to reach and test new markets and accept higher volumes… The post Economics of Scale first appeared on Digital Output Magazine.
  • On Trend & Remaining Relevant
    by Missy Donovan
    Direct to garment (DTG) and direct to film (DTF) printing isn’t new, but it is growing in popularity. Multiple hardware vendors tout recent… The post On Trend & Remaining Relevant first appeared on Digital Output Magazine.
  • Managing Intricacies, Subtleties, and Fine Details
    by Missy Donovan
    Maintaining a color standard is expected for any print application. Digitally printed wallcoverings are color specific—whether requested by a retailer… The post Managing Intricacies, Subtleties, and Fine Details first appeared on Digital Output Magazine.
  • Working with Windows
    by Missy Donovan
    When it comes to impactful graphics, versatility wins. Window graphics are functional and aesthetically pleasing, as simple as cut vinyl… The post Working with Windows first appeared on Digital Output Magazine.

Digital Publishing Solutions

  • Automation in Finishing
    by Cassie Balentine
    Automation is increasingly essential to print providers. This is especially true for digital or hybrid print environments looking to reduce human… The post Automation in Finishing first appeared on DPS Magazine.
  • Diverse Toner
    by Cassie Balentine
    Toner-based devices with production-level capabilities present advantages for many businesses… The post Diverse Toner first appeared on DPS Magazine.
  • The Right Candidate
    by Cassie Balentine
    Print shops build their businesses around steady work, regular requests that are often scheduled … The post The Right Candidate first appeared on DPS Magazine.
  • Print Franchise Achieves Rapid Return
    by Cassie Balentine
    In little over a month, after partnering with Significans Automation, Bozeman, MT-based Allegra Printing, a full-service printing… The post Print Franchise Achieves Rapid Return first appeared on DPS Magazine.

GRAPHICS PRO is the all-in-one powerhouse industry source for the combined graphics industries: awards and personalization, apparel decorating, and sign and digital graphics. It’s the media platform that drives GRAPHICS PRO EXPO (formerly THE NBM SHOW) with in-person events coast-to-coast.

IPM provides a practical guide for manufacturers embracing advancements in industrial printing.

  • Earning Points with Plastic
    by Cassie Balentine
    There is major growth opportunity in the three-dimensional (3D) printing plastics market. Five main plastic categories—photopolymers The post Earning Points with Plastic first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Post-Curing Processes
    by Cassie Balentine
    Sustainability goals in the manufacturing industry contribute to the trend of using UV-curing systems for three-dimensional (3D) printing processes—especially among additive manufacturing (AM) methods that work with resin. The post Post-Curing Processes first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Taking Control in Corrugate
    by Cassie Balentine
    Continued advancement and adoption of digital print in the corrugate printing… The post Taking Control in Corrugate first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.
  • Push the Limits
    by Cassie Balentine
    Sometimes customers become partners. This was the case at the beginning of the year when Meltio and One Off Robotics joined forces. The post Push the Limits first appeared on Industrial Print Magazine.

In-plant Impressions is the only graphic arts magazine written specifically for the in-plant printing industry.

For more than 40 years, FLEXO Magazine has served as an invaluable tool for flexographic printers, press manufacturers, premedia service providers and brand owners.

A brand new content program from APTech, LeadingPRINT (LP) is for the progressive print executive. Built to support the success of our members and promote overall positive industry outcomes, LeadingPRINT aims to inspire and educate the brightest minds within the printing supply chain.

  • Direct Mail Matters
    by LeadingPRINT
    Why marketing through the mail still works (infographic) The post Direct Mail Matters appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • The Vanishing
    by LeadingPRINT
    Shedding light on the declining number of graphic arts students The post The Vanishing appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • Weighing In
    by LeadingPRINT
    Progressive print leaders discuss issues of the day The post Weighing In appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • We’re OK
    by LeadingPRINT
    Mental wellbeing as a cultural management strategy The post We’re OK appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • The Guide
    by LeadingPRINT
    Quantum Group helps marketers navigate the terrain The post The Guide appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • By The Numbers
    by LeadingPRINT
    Print shipments and morale are up (infographic) The post By The Numbers appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • Sizzle
    by LeadingPRINT
    Selling the value of print in a digital world The post Sizzle appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • Evangelizing Print
    by LeadingPRINT
    The merits of print and why it matters in the current design landscape. The post Evangelizing Print appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • The Buck Stops Here
    by LeadingPRINT
    The commercial, productivity and customer services decisions involved in making a capital investment. The post The Buck Stops Here appeared first on LeadingPRINT.
  • First Impressions
    by LeadingPRINT
    Making envelopes that get opened, by Clint Seckman. The post First Impressions appeared first on LeadingPRINT.

Packaging Impressions is the leading publication and online content provider for the printed packaging markets.

WhatTheyThink is the global printing industry’s go-to information source with both print and digital offerings, including WhatTheyThink.com, WhatTheyThink Email Newsletters, and the WhatTheyThink magazine. Our mission is to inform, educate, and inspire the industry. We provide cogent news and analysis about trends, technologies, operations, and events in all the markets that comprise today’s printing and sign industries including commercial, in-plant, mailing, finishing, sign, display, textile, industrial, finishing, labels, packaging, marketing technology, software and workflow.

PAPER INDUSTRY

DOMTAR Paper Gallery

SIGNS (Industry Publication)

Signs of the Times is the leading brand for comprehensive sign-industry news, technical information and in-depth analysis since 1906.

Signs of the Times magazine is published monthly, plus an additional supplement in March.

Signs of the Times publishes a five-times-weekly digital Bulletin and maintains a presence on the social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

  • Woman Found Living Inside Supermarket Sign
    by Brady Long
    Authorities say she had been living there for a year. The post Woman Found Living Inside Supermarket Sign appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • A Family Sign Company Foists Their Youngest Upon the Business
    by Rolf L'mao
    An all-too common experience in “The Case of the Peculiar Peg.” The post A Family Sign Company Foists Their Youngest Upon the Business appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Sign Fab Announces WoWee! Channel Letters
    by Brady Long
    Small, affordable letters debuted at the recent ISA International Sign Expo. The post Sign Fab Announces WoWee! Channel Letters appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • The Joy of Working
    by Mark Kissling
    Brief reflections on doing what you love. The post The Joy of Working appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Sign Products Wrap-Up for May
    by Signs of the Times Staff
    Printers from Epson, Mimaki, EFI, Brother and more. The post Sign Products Wrap-Up for May appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Drytac Appoints New Product Manager in North America
    by Brady Long
    Anne Sierakowski will play a key role in product strategy development. The post Drytac Appoints New Product Manager in North America appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Eco-Solvent Printers: Workhorses of a Signshop’s Stable
    by Chris and Kathi Morrison
    Not the latest, but still one of the greatest for an array of signwork. The post Eco-Solvent Printers: Workhorses of a Signshop’s Stable appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Sign Company Owner Meets Travis Kelce
    by Mark Kissling
    Now 2/3 of the way to meeting and being photographed with the world's biggest celebrities. The post Sign Company Owner Meets Travis Kelce appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • Making the Grade with ADA Signs
    by Sharon Toji
    Learn the ABCs from the ADA Sign Lady. The post Making the Grade with ADA Signs appeared first on Signs of the Times.
  • AI, Big Survey, You Know You’re a Sign Pro Reactions and More in May’s Inbox
    by Signs of the Times Staff
    Plus, a request to promote panel jams and similar events. The post AI, Big Survey, You Know You’re a Sign Pro Reactions and More in May’s Inbox appeared first on Signs of the Times.

EVENTS

GRAPHICS PRO EXPO, powered by GRAPHICS PRO magazine, gives you access to the awards and personalization, apparel decorating, and sign and digital graphics markets, all under one roof. Meet with top exhibitors, source hundreds of products, train with the experts, and more, for a personalized experience geared toward your business.

YouTube Tutorials

Learn about basic print and production terminology. Live, Trim and Bleed for printing. RGB and CMYK color modes and an overview of Spot Colors and Rich Black inks. Printing marks such as Trim Marks and Registration Marks is explained. Dielines, Diecuts and Die are covered and how they are created and what they mean. Want to know what PPI, DPI and resolution? High resolution and low resolution images, which one to use for print and which one for the web, all covered.

New to Print Production?! Here’s What You Need to Know

Print isn’t completely dead and for those designers that are working on print projects, there are guidelines that need to be followed. In this video, I cover all the bases when it comes to sending your files to a printer so that your projects can look as good as how you’ve designed them!