https://printcan.com/rss/news.php PrintCAN RSS en-us Thu, 02 Oct 2025 06:05:19 UTC Thu, 2 Oct 2025 06:05:01 EST http://www.printcan.com info@printcan.com webmaster@northisland.ca https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001974.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 18:23:43 EST Xeikon TX300 Titon-powered Digital Press Xeikon has launched the TX300, a narrow-web digital label press powered by its Titon toner technology. Xeikon says the Titon delivers the resilience of UV inkjet without the use of varnish, in combination with the regulatory confidence of dry toner. Titon toner technology offers both composition compliance and migration technical compliance for food applications https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001959.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 18:01:44 EST   British online printer similar to Vistaprint UK-based online printing company Printed.com has expanded its services in the United States, marking a significant expansion in its international growth strategy. The move follows an investment of more than £1 million in new technology and the addition of a third production facility earlier this year.Founded in 2011, the company has built a strong reputation in the UK, and with international traffic now accounting for over 2% of total visits, it is extending its reach across all 50 states. Printed.com’s first US platform offers over 50 products, https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001936.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 17:28:46 EST Canada Post has been trying to increase direct mail. Postal strikes do not help.  Postal Workers have gone on a nationwide strike in response to proposed operational changes by the federal government, marking a repeat of last year’s strike. Canada Post is projected to lose $1.5 billion by the end of the year, currently losing $10 million daily. Government-proposed changes  include shifting to ground delivery for non-priority mail, consolidating mailboxes and closing rural post offices. Union argues these changes lack clarity and could lead to significant job losses and reduced service. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001918.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 17:03:16 EST Ensovelvet, uncoated SBS board velvet-like appearance  Stora Enso unveils Ensovelvet, an uncoated SBS board for luxury packaging applications.The board offers a tactile, minimalistic appearance and supports the shift toward circular, fossil-free packaging.uncoated Ensovelvet has applications in cosmetics, perfumes, and other packaging sectors where touch and appearance are important. The velvet-like appearance of Ensovelvet adds to its minimalistic and natural appeals. The Ensovelvet is recyclable and has a firm folding performance. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001891.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 16:24:09 EST AccurioWide 250HS  Konica Minolta introduces the  next-generation of its wide-format technology, featuring the company's print head technology that produces stunning applications. The new Konica Minolta AccurioWide 250HS is a wide-format hybrid printer designed for print shops that prioritize versatility, productivity and high-quality output. With a print width up to 98” (2.5m), UV LED curing and a six-colour plus white ink set, this press supports a wide range of indoor and outdoor print applications. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001814.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 14:32:38 EST Allegra Marketing Print Mail in North York,  Alliance Franchise Brands, the franchisor, recently honoured Amber Shah & Saif Haq, local entrepreneurs and owners of Allegra Marketing Print Mail in North York, with the Peak Performance Award. The Peak Performance Award recognizes Franchise Members who maintain a strong balance of low cost of goods and labour, while meeting or exceeding a minimum level of invoiced sales. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20251001799.shtml Wed, 1 Oct 2025 14:11:59 EST     Map Paper Mill in Kapuskasing  Kap Paper announced it is idling operations at its Kapuskasing facility in northeastern Ontario. he paper mill is a newsprint and bulk paper mill.  The papermaker said the decision was made after years and months of discussion with governments and partners.The company said it employs about 420 people directly and a total of 2,500 jobs in the region depend on its operation. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250924857.shtml Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:35:02 EST AI the future of print estimation  Gelato has launched a new AI tool that it claims is an industry-first.The company said its GelatoConnect AI Estimator “redefines” how users quote and win work by generating precise estimates in 15 seconds and delivering branded, customer-ready quotes in under five minutes, slashing manual quoting work by more than 50%. Users can also embed the AI Estimator directly into their websites so their customers can get accurate, margin-protected quotes instantly, without back-and-forth emails. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250924805.shtml Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:19:29 EST Gallus Alpha, roll-to-roll digital label press.  The new Gallus Alpha, an accessible, value-focused, digital-only printing solution, addresses the needs of converters looking for an efficient, cost-effective entry point into digital printing. Targeted at fast-growing markets such as retail, pharmaceutical, and logistics, the Gallus Alpha brings ease-of-use, flexibility, and performance to converters adapting to shorter runs and faster turnaround times. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250924790.shtml Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:58:20 EST Canada Post lost a lot of parcel business in the last two postal strikes and is trying to get it back.  The Postal Workers Union is now refusing to deliver direct marketing mail, including flyers, catalogues and community newspapers. Canada Post says it needs operational flexibility such as part-time staffing and dynamic delivery routes to stay competitive with private carriers like UPS and FedEx. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250924781.shtml Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:45:41 EST “Navigating the Tariff Chaos Successfully”  The next PAC Digital Imaging online/in-person meeting will take place Wednesday, October 15, 2025. “Navigating the Tariff Chaos Successfully” will explore steps and strategies so printers can ship and receive goods seamlessly and cost-effectively across the Canada/U.S. border, avoid delays, and be compliant with their CARM (Canada Border Services Agency Assessment and Revenue Management program) and CUSMA (Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement) responsibilities. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250923982.shtml Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:35:28 EST Marc Hunsänger, Director Protection Technologies at Koenig & Bauer Vision & Protection, shows how easy it can be to check security features.  Koenig & Bauer has announce that the ‘protected at print’ technology Stegano, a new vision and protection solution, is completing its testing in North America and ready to be launched. It is a new method that invisibly conceals data within the artwork or varnish during the prepress stage. Each folding carton can receive a hidden code, image, or logo. Even under strong magnification, these codes remain hidden to the naked eye and do not affect the original design. This data can be decoded offline via a smartphone app, which optically analyzes the printed image and extracts the hidden information. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250923968.shtml Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:14:20 EST     Curiosity to Competitive Advantage.The State of AI in Printing Report PRINTING United Alliance released of its second AI research report: AI Adoption in the Printing Industry: From Curiosity to Competitive Advantage. The State of AI in PrintingThe study, based on input from more than 300 companies and in-depth interviews with 16 executives across commercial printing, sign and graphics, book manufacturing, and apparel decoration, reveals that:1)85% of respondents believe AI is critical to competitiveness, and 83% view it as a source of new opportunities. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250923889.shtml Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:21:08 EST Isabel Jordan new Association Manager  The Canadian Printing Industries Association (CPIA) has announced important leadership changes as the Association continues to strengthen its national role in supporting Canada’s print industry. CPIA is pleased to welcome Isabel Jordan as the new Association Manager and Alfonso Vincenti as Secretary Treasurer. Isabel Jordan is a 2025 graduate of the Graphic Communications Management (Bachelor of Technology) program at Toronto Metropolitan University. https://printcan.com/news/2025/20250917804.shtml Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:18:51 EST John Morris partner in MM&T in the 90's  John Morris of McLaren Morris and Todd (MM&T) was 85. John and partner Al George built MM&T up to areal power house in the 90's. Major clients included Hallmark Cards and Trivial Pursuits. John was working late on a Friday when the originators of Trivial Pursuits walked in. John beleived in their idea.  MM&T went on to print 100 million copies of the board game.The company was a significant player in the Canadian printing industry before being acquired in 1998 by the larger