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e-Inkjetnews Monthly Newsletter
April 14, 2026 - Volume 2 Issue 4
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e-Inkjetnews - Inkjet Industry: Trends & Innovations.
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Delphax Inkjet & Heeter announce 1st commercial closed loop envelope printing-inserting line
Delphax integrated the Marlin platform into the Kern 3200 series insertion line with read-and-print capability at speeds up to 27,000 insertions per hour. It integrates into Kern's audit tracking system to ensure every closed envelope has correct artwork matched to its inserted content. The Marlin platforrm's piezo drop-on-demand technology with resolution up to 1200 × 1200 dpi at speeds up to 500 ft/min across print widths from 4.5” to 27” is configurab for AQ or UV inks and is adaptable to envelope, sheet-fed, and roll applications,
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Ricoh & LogoJet announce strategic partnership to expand DTO Printing
Ricoh will offer LogoJet Direct To Object printers as part of its broader portfolio of production hardware, software, workflow, & services—helping customers unlock new revenue opportunities via on-demand DTO product customization. DTO printing enables print service providers to move beyond traditional substrates & into higher-value applications. As LogoJET’s first distribution partner in North America, Ricoh expands access to specialized DTO technology while supporting customers through consulting, workflow design, software integration, and services aligned with their broader print operations.
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Domino launches Cx150i Direct to Box Printer
The Cx150i is a compact, high‑resolution piezoelectric inkjet printer using non‑toxic, non‑hazardous vegetable‑oil–based ink designed to provide manufacturers a sustainable alternative to traditional box‑coding solutions. The Cx150i is aimed at secondary packaging in food, beverage, and general manufacturing businesses, where operational simplicity, footprint, and budget are key considerations. The printer delivers premium print quality and robust industrial performance. the Cx150i helps manufacturers cut waste, enhance recyclability, and reduce environmental impact. Its direct‑to‑box printing capability eliminates adhesive labels, backing liners, and excess consumables, offering a cleaner, more sustainable approach.
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Xerox appoints Louie Pastor as new Chief Executive Officer
Louie Pastor, who joined Xerox in late 2018 as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, most recently served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Xerox, where he played a central role in advancing the company’s strategy and driving operational performance. In this role, he led enterprise transformation, global service delivery, revenue operations, marketing and communications, and the Xerox’s people and technology organizations - helping to accelerate Xerox’s growth initiatives. He succeeds Steve Bandrowczak who recently stepped down as Xerox's Chief Executive Officer.
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Projekt MILAN brings together the skills of SARALON GmbH, Quantica and Fraunhofer in Printed Electronics
Projekt Milan will address replacing expensive silver (commonly used in Printed Electronics) with copper (high conductivity & much cheaper than silver). BUT, processing copper is quite challenging as it tends to oxidize quite easily. SARALON GmbH's work on copper-based screen printing pastes will be extended to inkjet inks. Quantica's innovative approach to jetting highly viscous inks will enable taking Printed Electronics to the next level. Fraunhofer ILT develops laser based processes to minimize copper oxidization & decrease processing times while enabling new material and substrate combinations not possible with conventional approaches.
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Epson introduces ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035 Corporate Vision with heavy focus on Inkjet
ENGINEERED FUTURE 2035, maps out Epson's strategy to 2035, along with a new Mid-Term Business Plan (2026-2028) that represents the first phase of work. Epson has redefined its business segments based on its policy of focusing resources on growth domains highlighting four segments - all with inkjet playing a major role:
1. Precision Innovation will play the role of growth engine: Inkjet solutions business,microdevices business, Epson Atmix
2. Industrial and Robotices to generate robust Phase 2 growth
Commercial & industrial printing business, robotics business
3. Office & Printing to generate steady cash: Office and home IJP business
4. Visual and Lifestyle to generate steady cash: Visual products business, wearable products business, PC business.
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Kornit Digital Acquires PrintFactory to Accelerate the Industry’s Transition to Digital, On-Demand Production
By integrating PrintFactory’s automation capabilities into its platform, Kornit strengthens their ability to connect demand generation, production workflow and fulfillment into a continuous digital ecosystem. Kornit CEO Ronen Samuel says “It is about building the digital infrastructure the fashion industry needs. By connecting demand generation, production workflow and manufacturing through one integrated platform, we are accelerating the industry’s transition to a new production model.”
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Roland DG unveils the new TrueVis VG4 Series with TR3 Inks
The TrueVis™ VG4 Series, a new generation of eco-solvent print and cut devices is available in 54-inch (VG4-540) and 64-inch (VG4-640) models. The TrueVis VG4 Series builds on the TrueVis heritage, combining class-leading image quality with advanced automation, intuitive operation, and lower running costs. The TrueVis VG4 Series delivers refined image quality through high-precision ink droplet control and advanced color processing, producing sharper detail, smoother gradients, and accurate, repeatable color reproduction. The TR3 inks, compatible with the TrueVis XG-640 and VG4 Series, are GBL-free and supplied in cardboard-based cartridges,
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Mimaki launches UJV200 UV Roll-to-Roll Series
Mimaki's UJV200 is a new additionsto the 200 Series of large-format inkjet printers for sign graphics. It features a single high-density, high-resolution print head based on the same 330 Engine used in their flagship printers. To improve usability, they enhanced the automatic image quality adjustment function. Both adjustment time and the amount of media used for pattern printing have been reduced by more than 50%. Auto adjustment ensures stable image quality for a wide range of media and applications without depending on operator skill level. By combining white and clear inks, the system supports up to three-layer printing. Its instant drying capability allows immediate post-processing and installation enabling a seamless workflow.The product made its world debut at the ISA Expo 2026 in Orlando April 8-10..
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Inkbit TEPU™ 30A & 50A Elastomers Now Available Through Stratasys Direct
Inkbit's production-grade TEPU™ 30A & 50A elastomers are now available through Stratasys Direct, expanding access to high-performance, functional elastomer parts for engineering teams moving from prototype to production. This collaboration brings Inkbit’s Vision-Controlled Jetting™ technology into one of the industry’s most established digital manufacturing service environments, enabling customers to source elastomer components with the precision, repeatability, and mechanical performance required for real-world applications. TEPU elastomers are engineered to solve a key challenge in additive manufacturing:, producing soft, durable, and dimensionally-stable parts without any support structures,
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Durst Group appoints Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer
Wolfgang Knotz most recently served as Managing Director of Durst Austria GmbH, where he was responsible for technological & operational activities at the Lienz site. Since joining the company in 2013, he has played a key role in shaping core production and technology structures. In particular, as Head of Development since 2016, he has been instrumental in the continuous advancement and optimization of digital printing systems, making many significant contributions to Durst Group’s technological leadership. His appointment as CTO comes against the backdrop of Durst Group’s strategic realignment, with initiatives such as Kyveris accelerating the shift toward data-driven, connected production solutions.
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Fujifilm expands US Office & Production Print Solutions & Services Market with Impact West as Strategic Partner
Fujifilm NA has announced a new strategic alliance with Impact West, a leading provider of business technology and imaging solutions. This collaboration enables ImpactWest to sell, market and service Fujifilm’s full portfolio of office and production solutions. end‑of‑day workflows. From Fujifilm’s APEOS series of A3 and A4 office digital multifunction printers to its REVORIA PRESS™ series for high-volume, high-speed digital production printing, ImpactWest can now offer solutions that cover everything from office to production print solutions, service needs, remote/mobile printing capabilities, CMYK+ specialty toner options, security features, and sustainability credentials that support seamless digital transformation at various levels .
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Upcoming Inkjet Industry Events
(as of April 14, 2026)
21st Saudi Print & Pack
April 12-15, 2026
Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Web Site: https://saudi-pp.com
NOTE ON WEB SITE: Rescheduled to June 21-24, 2026
rapid + tct
April 13-16, 2026
Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Web Site: https://www.rapid3devent.com
Saudi Signage & Labelling Expo
April 20-22, 2026
Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Web Site: Saudi Signage & Labelling Expo
NOTE: Co-located with Saudi Paper & Packaging Expo
Web Site: Saudi Paper & Packaging Expo 2026 | Saudi Signage & Labelling Expo
NOTE: WEB SITES NOW SHOW DATES AS September 2026 for both events
Hybrid Software Group’s Fusion 2026 Packaging Summit
April 20-22, 2026
The Westin Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida, USA
Web Site: About - Fusion Packaging Summit 2026
NOTE: Registration Limited to Hybrid Software’s global customer network
Techtextil & Texprocess
April 21-24, 2026
Messe Frankfurt Exhibition
Frankfurt, Germany
Website: https://techtextil-texprocess.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html
Inkjet Summit 2026
April 27-29, 2026
Hyatt Regency Hill Resort & Villa
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Web Site: https://ijsummit.com
NOTE: Invitation Only Event
Bharat Print Expo 2026
April 27-29, 2026
Chennai Trade Centre
Chennai, India
Web Site: https://www.bharatprintexpo.com
Americans Coatings Show + Conference
May 5-7, 2026
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Web Site: https://american-coatings-show.com
METPACK 2026
May 5-8, 2026
Messe Essen
Essen, Germany
Web Site: https://www.metpack.de
interpack
May 7-13, 2026
Messe Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf, Germany
Website: https://www.interpack.com
21st Guangzhou International Textile, Clothing and Printing Industry Expo
May 19-22. 2026
Guangzhou Poly World Trade Center Expo
Guangzhou, China
Web Site: Allallinfo Media Hong Kong Group,Guangzhou Exhibition
FESPA Global Print Expo
May 19-22. 2026
Gran Via Venue
Barcelona, Spain
Web Site: https://www.fespaglobalprintexpo.com/fespa
Co-located Event: FESPA European Sign Expo
Web Site: https://ese.fespa.com/visit/register-your-interest
Co-located Event: FESPA Personalisation Experience 2026
Web Site: PE_Booking_Form_2026
Co-located Event: FESPA Textile 2026
Web Site: Textile 2026
Co-located Event: FESPA Corrugated 2026
Web Site: Corrugated 2026
Graphics, Print & Sign Expo Durban
May 27-28, 2026
Durban International Convention Centre
Durban, South Africa
Web Site: https://graphicsprintsign.com/durban-2026/
Domotex Asia ChinaFloor 2026
May 27-29, 2026
National Exhibition & Conference Center
Shanghai, China
Web Site: https://www.domotexasiachinafloor.com
FINAT 2026 European Label Forum
May 27-29, 2026
Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento
Seville, Spain
Web Site: https://www.europeanlabelforum.com
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