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Welcome to Currents, the Great Lakes Graphics Association's weekly e-newsletter, bringing you information and education you can use to run your businesses. Currents is published every Tuesday.

National News and Education

Publishing Establishments

Tariffs and Manufacturers

NaviLens on Packaging

USPS - What Comes Next?

The Creativity Reservoir

Set Up Sculptured Emboss File

GLGA Association News

Is It Ever Enough?

Upcoming Briefs

GLGA Print Academy


Member News

Mid America Paper Recycling

Litho Press

MGF Services

Kodak


Publishing Establishments—2010–2022


The 32,109 establishments in NAICS 511 represent an increase of 14% percent since 2010 and increase of 4 percent since 2021. From WhatTheyThink.

Should Manufacturers Take on More Inventory Before Tariffs Hit?


Amid uncertainties, manufacturers are wondering if it makes sense to take on additional inventory before tariffs hit. From GLGA member CliftonLarsonAllen.

All's Laundry Detergent Packaging Adopts NaviLens for Vision-Impaired Shoppers


Packaging accessibility comes to the All brand’s Free Clear laundry detergent pods with NaviLens accessible QR codes to help low-vision consumers shop independently. From Packaging Digest.

The U.S. Postal Service Could Face Substantial Change. What Comes Next?


The U.S. Postal Service could be at a critical tipping point in its history. From NPR.

Sales Tip of the Week - The Creativity Reservoir


In this week's Short Attention Span Sales Tip, Bill Farquharson talks about the importance of understanding your creative limits and planning for it with an eye towards making better use of your time. From the Sales Vault.

Video - Quick Tips: How Do You Set Up a Sculptured Emboss File?


Based on your embossing choice the requirements for your die will differ. By Sabine Lenz of Paper Specs.

 

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GLGA in the News: Is It Ever Enough? Is It Time For A Rewrite?


GLGA member Debbie Nicholson of Think-to-INK! reflects on moderating our first Indiana Women in Print networking lunch, and asks what actions will you take to uplift others [and yourself]. From American Printer.

Upcoming Briefs - FREE for GLGA Members: 


GLGA Print Academy Featured Course of the Week - FREE for GLGA Members

VERTICAL MARKETS FOR PRINT - Vertical Markets for Government

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Member News

What's new at your business? Send your press releases and social media post links to Sharon Flick


Find more news about and featuring GLGA members on our LinkedIn networking group page.

Mid America Paper Recycling to Focus on Efficient and Sustainable Solutions at ProMat 2025

Posted on their website blog by Mid America Paper Recycling, Chicago, IL.

Meet Sarah Moore: The Heart of Litho Press Logistics

Posted on LinkedIn by Litho Press, Indianapolis, IN.

MGF Services Offers MCT Vers-Tech Digital Finishing Cutter For Sale


MGF Services & Equipment, Oconomowoc, WI, is offering for sale a 2014 MCT Vers-Tech Model 3.2 Digital Finishing Cutter. Click here to view photos. For more information, contact Mona Friedl, president of MGF Services & Equipment at (414) 531-5735, mfriedl@mgf-services.com.

Kodak Print Perspectives: Print Industry Trends for 2025

Posted on their website blog by Kodak.

About Us

The Great Lakes Graphics Association is the trade association dedicated to representing the graphic arts industry throughout Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin through education, promotion, and public affairs. It represents approximately 13 percent of the total print market in the United States with its three-state region, accounting for combined annual shipments of nearly $19 billion. Founded in 1886, GLGA celebrated its 135 year anniversary in 2021 and continues to be the oldest print trade association in North America. 

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