Consumables

US authorities could slap duties on $100m of plate imports
Authorities in the US have responded to Kodak’s call for tariffs to be levied on certain imported printing plates, with a preliminary decision to impose hefty duties on plates from Japan and China.

ECO3 takes wraps off new process-free plate
ECO3 will showcase a new “ultra-convenient” process-free plate at Drupa.

NUtec invests in renewable energy for production
Leading manufacturer, NUtec Digital Ink recently announced a major stride in its sustainability journey with the installation of an extensive solar energy system at its main production facility.

Siegwerk forms new sustainable coatings division
German inks and coatings manufacturer Siegwerk has established a new division dedicated to functional coatings for new sustainable packaging products.

Heubach files for insolvency
German pigment maker Heubach GmbH has filed for insolvency following a failed attempt at a financial restructure.

Dryden to depart with Flint in 'great shape'
Flint Group is set to appoint a new CEO following news that Steve Dryden will leave the business later this year.

Fujifilm files patent claim against Kodak
Fujifilm has launched a legal action against Kodak, and claims that its Sonora processless plates infringe Fujifilm’s patents.

Nazdar presenting wide range of inks
Nazdar (1-A74) is showcasing a wide range of its inkjet, screen, and narrow web ink products, as well as examples from its innovative special effects portfolio, at Fespa Global Print Expo.

Color-Dec unveils new resin
Italian firm Color-Dec (12-D50) is discussing its new resin material for dome labels at Fespa Global Print Expo.

Mexar launches DTF Ultra inks
Mexar (12-E43) has launched its DTF Ultra range of inks at Fespa Global Print Expo.