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The article discusses how Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) acquired Angel City Press (ACP), a small publisher dedicated to producing high-quality books that spotlight the art, architecture, history, and personalities of its hometown, Los Angeles, and Southern California. Topics discussed include the partnership of LAPL and ACP, which began in 2013 and the book launch hosted by LAPL's Central Library for the first official title published by Angel City Press at LAPL.

The article discusses the move by some new publishers to establish their own presses and release works that attempt to course correct chronic disparities. Topics include large publishers that are defining imprints that prioritize underrepresented authors and their works, authors that have stepped up to take a role in publishing, and additional publishers and imprints that focused on broadening representation.

The aim of the three-year project E-Illustration (Czech Book Illustration in the Early Modern Age) is to create a virtual research environment for the study of Czech book illustration from the oldest period of the printing press in the Czech lands (1475 – 1550). The systems of the National retrospective bibliography of old prints (Knihopis and Bibliography of foreign-language bohemical prints) are used for the basic database processing and publication of image material. A separate part of the project is the development of the online environment, the purpose of which is to make the processed bibliographic and image data available to both professional and lay public. The contribution provides an overview of the current activities and results achieved within the first phase of the project and presents the intended structure of the web environment and its individual workspaces and the DH tools used. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ryan Ruby's book, "Context Collapse: A Poem Containing a History of Poetry," is a verse essay that explores the history of poetry from ancient Greece to the present day. The author discusses how poetry was originally performed and judged based on the skill of the singer. He then delves into the evolution of poetry, from the compositions of court troubadours in medieval times to the more complex literary techniques developed after the invention of the printing press. Ruby also examines the modernist movement and the challenges faced by contemporary poets in an age of cultural abundance. This unique and well-researched literary history offers readers a fresh perspective on the subject. [Extracted from the article]

The article looks at Espresso Book Machines from the firm On Demand Books, which are mobile book printing machines that couple a high-output photocopier with a book-binding robot. Topics include the four U.S. public libraries that have book machines, the machines' use in self-publishing, and the comparative benefits of a printing machine and web-based publishing services.

The article discusses the critical role of independent publishers in taking risks and championing underrepresented perspectives. Topics include the surge in book banning, the commitment of small presses to diverse viewpoints, and their unique ability to swiftly respond to societal needs by releasing thought-provoking yet controversial books. Small presses like Platypus Media strive to fill gaps in the market, exemplified by their creation of "The P Word: A Manual for Mammals."

The article present an interview with American historian Anthony Grafton. Topics discussed include Grafton's book "Magus," exploring the connections between Renaissance-era magic and the emergence of science; the concept of "natural magic" and "learned magic" during that period; the significance of figures like German alchemist and astrologer Johann Georg Faust in linking various pursuits; and the role of the printing press in legitimizing magic while subverting authority.

The article discusses the future of printing press technology and publications in the U.S. with the evolution of digital news media. Insights of Dave Gilmore, vice president of sales for imPRESSions Worldwide, regarding the expectation of continuous growth in the print industry are presented. It highlights the closing of newspaper pressrooms at accelerating rates in the nation, such as Los Angeles printing facility, which is shutting down in 2024.

The article offers insight to the past, present, and future of newspapers and printing industry. Topics discussed include analysis of innovation and upcoming trends in industry; trends in ownership and readership; and an account of innovative technology in the printing industry such as platemaking, color keys, and presses.

The article discusses the importance of having a clear understanding among press operators and crew of what is expected of them, determining the skills of each individual employee that needs to follow standards and measures, and the essentials of clear communication when setting goals. It discusses the author's recommendation of establishing four levels for pressroom operation, outside of supervision/management. These include roll tender/reel room operator and press operators.

The article reports on a new state-of the-art printing facility opened by the Community Impact Newspaper in Pflugerville, Texas. Topics discussed include views of John Garrett, chief executive officer (CEO) of the community newspaper, regarding the newspaper association with manufacturing companies such as Muller Martini and US Ink, relevance of the facility for more targeted readership and advertising and relevance of internet and digital platforms for the newspaper industry.

The article offers suggestions for newspaper printing facilities. The author says that taking measurements and knocking out walls, and rearranging offices is necessary for press expansion. According to the author, it may not be possible to complete all electrical work before the printing machines are installed.

The article focuses on how newspaper publishers can effectively monitor expenses, margins, and performance. Topics discussed include the need for publishers to provide proper product education and training to their sales staff and the importance of establishing an effective communication system that runs the entire printing job process. Equipment maintenance to prevent downtime and the installation of production check systems are then mentioned.

The article discusses how newspaper publishers have resorted to outsourcing their printing and consolidated their pressroom across the U.S. newspaper industry. Topics discussed include Morris Communications' outsourcing of its printing in 2012, BH Media's aggressive moves to consolidate production facilities within the chain and take on production for non-BH Media papers looking out to outsource and "Akron (Ohio) Beacon-Journal's transition to off-site printing.

This section offers printing reinvention news briefs. European printers are using the full Berliner and half Berliner print size, midway between a tabloid and a broadsheet through the state-of-the-art presses of German manufacturer manroland. The innovative technology of ultraviolet (UV) printing by manroland is gaining success worldwide with easy upgrades, small physical footprint and improved curing process. The Colorman e:line was introduced by Manroland for operating different modules.

The article discusses the need for newspaper pressrooms to maximize return on investment (ROI) on printing press investment. It cites the decision by "The Rockford Register Star" to replace an old press with the Colora to increase production speed and improve color capacity. It mentions the factors considered by publishers when investing in presses including reliable service and compliant system components. Information on products designed to make presses run better is provided.

The article focuses on the shift of printing-press manufacturers to other products and partners after U.S. and European newspapers suffer decline. Goss International Corp. collaborated with an inventor in Durham, New Hampshire to develop low-wind-speed generators. After making presses for 200 years, Koenig & Bauer AG (KBA) explored water conditioning, packaging and thermal solar energy technology to boost sales. Manroland AG makes steam turbines for solar thermal power plants and participates in sunlight-concentration energy projects.

The article offers information on the 3rdThing, a press in Olympia, Washington D.C. It mentions that the house is focused on promoting its first eight titles and getting them into more bookstores around the U.S. It also mentions views of promotions manager and editor Alison Bailey of the press, on the business model is to pay writers properly and offer royalties.

The article reports on the waning marketability of keyless printing presses amid consolidation among U.S newspapers and anti-duping regulation. "The Washington Post" announced it would close its Maryland plant and move two of its four presses to its Virginia plant, which it will expand. Other printers abandoned keyless for digital inkers. There are also concerns on market saturation and oversupply of used printing presses.

The article discusses the history and durability of Cosmo-Offset presses. Launched by Rockwell-Goss, formerly Rockwell Graphic Systems, Cosmo presses were aimed at newspapers that sought something between Goss' biggest press, the Metro doublewide, and its biggest singlewide, the two-around Urbanite. Several companies attesting to the durability of the Cosmo presses are cited.

The article focuses on the consolidation of printing presses and plants in the U.S. Chuck Blevins, an industry consultant, emphasizes that technology advancements have played a role in consolidation in the publishing industry. It cites the plan of the newspaper "The New York Times" to close its printing plant in New Jersey which will help it save $30 million annually. It states the centralization of distribution, sales and editorial at Sun-Times Media Group Inc.

The article focuses on keyless printing. U.S. trials of color keyless printing on other presses had proved unsatisfactory and other manufacturers' models were still being developed for black only or for other markets. Emulsification problems have greatly affected color keyless offset printing. According to Doug Shillington, manufacturing director at CanWest MediaWorks Publications Inc., ink-water emulsification problems has made keyless printing more labor intensive.

This article deals with the plan by Fort Wayne Newspapers Inc. to renovate its press hall in Indiana. The joint operating agency will see construction of a building that will move its printing from one side of the street to the other, and from mid-20th-century letterpress to 21st-century offset lithography -- in a press hall compatible with the neighborhood's 19th-century architecture. The structure will house platemaking, the pressroom and a newsprint storage area. Equipment will consist primarily of a computer-to-plate system and a doublewide, two-around press.

Explores the possibilities and opportunities offered by ultraviolet (UV)-curable inks to newspapers' web offset presses. Properties of UV-curable inks; Examples of newspapers that have been running UV inks as of June 2005; Factors that need to be considered by printers contemplating work with UV ink according to U.S. Ink Marketing Services Manager Todd Wheeler.

Features two newspaper printing presses from Koenig & Bauer AG. 4-by-1 Prisma press model used by McClatchy daily plant; 3-by-2 Comet used by Media General daily plant.

Discusses the use of servodriven technology in flexography printing. Advantages of servodriven technology; Limitations of multistand mechanical printing presses which were formerly used in flexography; Features of alternating current servomotors developed by Hoffman Estates, Illinois-based Bosch Rexroth Corp. INSETS: Servos excel at narrow gauge printing;FLEXO FOR DUMBOS.

Reports on the venture of Man Roland and Goss International into the color-tower press additions business in the U.S. Services to be provided by Man Roland Inc. to the Advertising Color Expansion (ACE) project of "Los Angeles Times"; Circulation and press capacity of the "Times" in Southern California; Training for press operators and maintenance technicians; Number of Goss Uniliner towers ordered by Gannett.

Focuses on the changes made by Goss Graphic Systems Inc. for its printing-press products and operations. Changes highlighted by the company's purchase of stocks at Rockwell Graphic Systems Inc.; Details of how the company upgraded its product designs. INSET: Birthing GGS--by the numbers.

Focuses on the plan of Thompson Corp. to sell its newspapers and to shift to online information business. Details on the company; Reason for the plan; Fears on the obsolescence of print journalism.

Examines the market for printing presses in the United States. Projected growth of the market due to increasing demand of new printing equipment by newspapers; Advances in press technology; Increase in the revenues of press manufacturers in 1999; American press manufacturing companies; Contribution of the newspaper industry in maintaining the market.

Describes innovations to the design of printing presses. Design of semicommercial single-wide presses surpassing the quality and production versatility of wider presses; Benefits of shaftless presses in tension control; Increase in the speed capacities of the presses; Companies offering innovative printing presses.

The article focuses on how newspaper publishers are combining the use of offset and digital inkjet printing technologies. Topics discussed include the efforts being made by engine manufacturers and printhead developers in improving the quality and resolution of digital inkjet Web presses and the use of the HP T230 for printing on a range of media. The strategy of printing guts of the papers through offset and cover pages produced digitally with the product merged at post-press is mentioned.

Late Bolts Delay Ohio River Fix Three southbound lanes of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge across the Ohio River in Louisville, Ky., remain closed since June as the state awaits delayed delivery of replacement highstrength steel bolts for a finger expansion joint on the 2,500-ft-long cantilever span State officials told local media that concrete voids that developed after a 2016 joint repair project may have contributed to broken and missing bolts, with placement of an underlying frame also a factor. Officials did not confirm the report to ENR by print press time on Aug. 16. [Extracted from the article]

Discusses the causes, cures and preventive measures of the most common printing-press problems according to technical consultant Raymond J. Prince. Includes gear streaking; Slurring and doubling; Gas ghosting.

The article features Rosston Meyer, founder of Poposition Press, a longtime arts and comics enthusiast and a web and graphic designer by trade. Topics discussed include significance of Meyer's pop-up book projects, his partnership with paper engineer David A. Carter, and his reliance on crowdfunding to support his projects.

The article discusses that the residents expressed the desire for an outlet to purchase wine and spirits, and the local grocery store didn't seize the idea to sell the packaged goods, Stapleton Enterprise editor Kendra Cutler according to the Omaha World-Herald.

The article evaluates the Moog1 TBR Compact 740/1040 gravure press from HC Moog GmbH.

The article reports on the new sub-tabloid format launched by newspaper "The Columbus Dispatch" on July 9, 2012 at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Grand Atrium in Columbus, Ohio. At the event, newspaper executives described the new format and explained the reason behind it. Its broadsheet size will be reduced to 14.6 inches by 10.5 inches. A retrofitting of its presses will also be conducted. One of the benefits of the three-around format is increased color production.

The article presents information on the pressroom equipment maintenance and retrofit upgrades of web presses before the start of the back-to-school promos. Newspaper presses generally slow down during summer and they use this time for machine maintenance and performance enhancements. The upgrades are aimed at reducing total life-cycle cost including maintenance and operating cost, improving production capacity and adopting new technologies.

The article reviews the web site Alexander Street Press, available at http://alexanderstreet.com/products/lgbt-thought-and-culture.

The article discusses the highlights of the Graph Expo in September 2011 where at least 30 exhibitors participated. It offers information on the environment-friendly plates displayed by Agfa Graphics including a seminar for publishers and printers. It focuses on the statement of manroland Inc. chief executive officer (CEO) Vince Lapinski on the search for other markets by the manufacturer of printing presses.

The article focuses on a number of pressrooms in the U.S. that have adapted a thinner sheet. In newspapers' efforts to cut costs across all departments, pressrooms have the three biggest targets: payroll, paper, and presses. The first and second are a newspaper's largest ongoing expenses; the third is its largest equipment investment. Most pressrooms probably have less personnel than 20 years ago. Preventive or predictive maintenance can control equipment-related costs. Among problems experienced during the conversion were extreme curling.

The article reports on the plan of the New England Newspapers (NNE) to use the Cerutti S4 doublewide flexography press and the automatic computer-to-plate (CTP) technology in printing "The Recorder" and "Daily Hampshire Gazette" in its new pressroom in Northampton, Massachusetts. The new pressroom is scheduled to be in operation in fall 2008 while the old one will serve as storage area. The new pressroom will get two laserless basysPrint ultraviolet imagers from MacDermid Printing Solutions.

The article features W. Paul Coates, an author who is regarded as one of the most knowledgeable scholars on the history of African-American publishing. Topics include his personal and career background, his commitment to ensuring that books published by historically important presses do not disappear, and his view on the need of African-American booksellers and publishers to balance their passion for what they do and with realism about the dangers with cultivating that freedom of thinking.

Focuses on the wider application of servo technology in flexographic printing presses. Motivations for using servo technology; Limitations of multistand mechanical printing presses; Advantages of the dynamic synchronization features of shaftless presses.

The article offers information on feminist presses in the U.S., as of March 2018. Topics discussed include the increase in sales at Feminist Press in 2017 according to Jisu Kim, who handles marketing, sales, and publicity for the Feminist Press, top-selling titles at Aunt Lute, a press which has published multicultural feminist books since 1982, and feminist origins of Seal Press, which was founded as an indie press in 1976.

The article offers information on the author Robert Coover, who has written the book "Going for a Beer." It mentions his plan to write a political satire based on the Trump era. It also discusses Gutenberg's invention of the printing press and his use of a typeface has helped in the publishing industry.

Features the `South Bend Tribune' newspaper's decision to use keyless color offset press in printing its paper. Advantages; Reasons for replacing the old press.

Focuses on the refurbished presses of `Houston Chronicle' newspaper. Acquisition of the assets of `Houston Post' newspaper; Color capacity and print quality enhancement; Use of Y columns from Gross Mark V. INSET: Making a case for doing it yourself..