There were a few pieces of news this week affecting the print industry status quo. Walmart revealed that it will introduce electronic labels for its aisles to be able to change displayed labels and prices within seconds. At the same time, the IRS announced the continued shift away from paper tax forms that need to…
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Orbus Visual Communications Adds Four New Products
Orbus Visual Communications, Woodridge, IL, announced a new group of products and solutions that it will be offering for the display and trade show categories. The announcement included the following new products: Vector Fast Frame Collapsible SEG Frames & Light Boxes Hybrid Pro Modular Kits and Counters Economy Banners Dimensional and Channel Letters [caption id=”attachment_141325″…
Read MoreBurger King Expands Reusable Drinkware Program in Europe
In the hunt for more environmentally friendly packaging and food products, restaurants and other food-industry businesses have been trying to hit a moving target sort of. The legislation changes and varies from state to state and country to country. And legislation is more concrete – consumer habits are even more challenging to meet. But companies…
Read MoreConvergence Corner: Memorable Onboarding Experiences
The idea of offering a client a one-stop shop is pretty appealing. Especially in the age of kitting, customers want to place a single order for their print products, their apparel, and their promo products. The easier you can make the process for them, the more likely they are to repeat business and tell their…
Read MoreAll Together Now: Understanding and Navigating the Mergers and Acquisitions Side of Print and Promo
While consolidation is a variable to watch, some experts believe “true consolidation” is impossible thanks to the diversity of the print and promo industries.
Read MoreGoogle Pledges Plastic-Free Packaging by 2025, Shares Guide for Others To Follow
Tech brands like Google and HP are turning to paper products to make their packaging more sustainable.
Read MoreHow an Aggressive, Invasive Plant Could Be Used for Biodegradable Food Packaging
Fast food companies and restaurants have been on the hunt for a greener food packaging option for years. Here in the U.S., it’s often just adapting to consumer buying habits as younger generations demand environmentalism from the businesses they buy from, but other times both domestically and abroad, it’s the result of changes in legislation…
Read MoreApple’s 2024 WWDC Promos Are a Case Study in Minimalism & Cohesion
The annual conference is a highlight for Apple users, and each year brings new branded gifts like bags, pins and printed products.
Read MoreQuinn Increases Domestic Manufacturing Capabilities
Quinn announced that it added print and soft signage finishing equipment, including large-scale digital printers to increase the company’s domestic production capacity.
Read MoreNY Packaging Reduction Bill Passes Senate, But Misses Assembly Deadline
The bill would have established an extended producer responsibility system, banned certain chemicals in packaging and set recycled-material thresholds for goods made or sold in the state.
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