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At this time of deep and irreversible changes in the circuits of book publishing and distribution, and the resulting vulgarisation of desktop publishing and self publishing proliferation, the knowledge, command and application of the inner criteria to the publishing canon recover their validity as one of the few survival guarantees of the publisher's role. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the Flexo Gurukul seminar-based training programme for printing industry hosted by Fasco Printech and FlexoExchange held in Autumn 2014.

The article offers information on Xerox Corp., document management, providing production printing systems for Compu-Call Inc., and its national network of resellers. It states that it is a first kind of distributor arrangement for production printing systems and initially six Xerox black and white cut-sheet production devices will be distributed by Compu-Call. It further mentions that company Compu-Call improves business operations through the use of technology.

The article discusses the sustainability of ecology-friendly printers despite the possibility of customers' non-compliance with the innovative approach. Major printing companies such as Arandell Corp., Quad/Graphics and SmartWay, had become partners with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In aligning with the program, these companies agreed to several commitments which include measuring and reducing of greenhouse gas emissions. Harvey Levenson of Cal Poly's Graphic Communication said that graphic art clients only want to deal with companies addressing sustainability in recycling, carbon footprints and global warming.

The article reports that print service provider Abbott-Action was awarded G7 Master Qualification by non profit industry group Idealliance. It reports that after undergoing training, examination and qualification process for print production processes Abbott Action was certified by the group after meeting industry standards and specifications. The importance of quality of products and how that would benefit customers is offered. With the help of G7 uniform color management will be assured.

The article focuses on the study made by the Center for Ceramic Research, Design and Production at the University of Western Sydney to printing techniques in ceramic studio production in New South Wales. The main goal of the study is to examine the techniques used of printing processes in ceramic production. These two basic printing processes techniques include using pottery tissue and glazing surface. The center encourages business firms, government and university to install innovative computer equipment, jigger-jolly machines, hydraulic press and gradient-tunnel kiln in manufacturing high value ceramic designs such as corporate gifts, exhibition merchandise and architectural ceramics. The study also discusses the comparison of screen printing with jigger-jolly machine or hydraulic press.

The article presents an interview with Kushal Soparkar, director of India-based pigment manufacturer Meghmani Organics Ltd. and Meghmani Pigments, a member of chemical conglomerate Meghmani Group of Industries, on topics including products produce for printing industry and launching of products.

The article reports that static charges on production lines can result in poor print quality and tiny holes which appear in extruded film or blockages in the machinery equipment and qualitycontrol because of airborne particles which are attracted to the charged surfaces. Measures to control and reduce this are discussed.

The article discusses the multiple operations exhibited by the apparel-decorating business Denver Print House including embroidery, screen printing, and garment dyeing. Topics include how the Gruninger brothers, Danny and Brandon transformed the company with regards to its equipment and decorating capabilities, the contribution done by the company's first Roq Oval Pro automatic screen-printing press to its production, and the international operations of the company in apparel decoration.

The article reports that Ramesh Chopra, founder and publisher of the journal "Electronics For You (EFY)," has been recognized by All India Radio & Electronics Association (AIREA) for his contribution in the Indian electronics industry. Topics discussed include the advocacy of EFY to spread the industry initiatives across the globe, the role of Chopra in electronic industry, and the appreciation shown by AIREA to him for his effort.

The article focuses on the centralization of three dimensional (3D) in-plant printing services that can lead to growth in an organizations. Topics include identification of opportunities such as improved production standards and quality that can lead to organizational growth, focus on making available printing engineering or art project to students in the universities, and selection of accurate 3D technology platform according to the factors such as materials, durability and functionality.

The article informs that the printing industry are offering value-added services and increased production efficiency. Topics discussed include need of technology in printing industry involving digital black-and-white, digital color and large-format printing, focus on adopting workflow automation by the in-plant printing industry, and establishment of a print sourcing department for both in-house or outsourcing printing.

The article offers advice on label presentation to print-label makers. Topics discussed include comparison of making of label design with website design industry, getting creative with design considerations, and getting others involved in the process including employees and customers. Also discussed are key points to follow such as compelling and different design.

The article focuses on a research conducted by InfoTrends Inc., a strategic consulting firm, on the problems faced by the packaging industry. According to the research, the flexible packaging and folding carton converters cannot access to powerful digital presses and short runs in printing is the major area of concern for the label industry. The research found that the color digital printing still has low penetration in the packaging market and is the major area of concern.

The article provides information on workflow, its definition and discusses various concepts associated with streamlining the production process. Workflow is defined as the integration and coordination of all business and production processes to ensure streamlined manufacturing. It compares streamlining workflow to processes and presents the first step in implementing an efficient workflow. The assessment process mentioned will help to sort various workflow solutions before making an investment.

The article focuses on the aspects of web offset, a process of offset printing and its application to products' printing labels considering the challenges in faster turnarounds, demand on designs, and shorter runs. Topics include its advantages considering the capacity of in house offset plate-making, the several capacities of the process which include print quality, color control, and the availability and the performance of web offset printers.

The article features the efficiently designed plant layout making operations run smoothly and generate profits. The article discusses the steps to electronically link manufacturing systems in order to share data instantly across the plant in a printers gathering at the R&E Council Digital Smart Factory in Orlando. The article reflects on the primary objective of a layout in terms of production equipment or expanding departments. The article discusses three basic plant layout possibilities depending upon the requirement including U-shape, Straight-line and L-shaped along with four basic principles that make plant layout work efficiently.

Discusses approaches for ensuring quality production of pre-press materials at the hands of printers. Establishment of relationships with quality control managers; Avoidance of miscommunication between production personnel and printers; Explanation of subjective quality requirements.

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the editor discusses technologies involved in the print production process, along with practical knowledge and solutions about the process.

The article offers tips for in-plant printing service in planning for work perfection which include the need to ask designers for their expectations, plan for personalization, and help identify the color problem areas.

The article reports on the role of papers as a variable in the printing process. It notes that the G7, a specification made by IDEAlliance Inc. is obtaining acceptance in the printing industry because it is a helpful tool for reproducing and calibrating color mostly in the world of multi-purposed output. Thus, it notes that the paper's role in color reproduction is vital in mid, highlight, and saturated tones though the applicable paper property differs in various positions of the tone scale.

The article focuses on the reduction of volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions as mandated in the new environmental standards concerning the printing industry. It notes that Injek technology considers ultraviolet (UV) inks as a solution to reduce VOC emissions and address evaporation issues for the prevention of nozzle clogging of the printer. It states that the UV light helps increase the energy consumption during printing and the reactive type of chemicals of these inks are considered by the operators and service engineers. Furthermore, it looks into the issues on UV ink with respect to the deinkability behavior wherein dry toners are accepted as deinkable for digital color printing processes.

The article discusses the innovative approach on market structures and investment directions concerning the print market. It explores the critical point of engaging the customer in the jargon or for multinational measures that printers require. It considers the print dealers and wholesalers whose new engagement to the Web-energized manifestation is evident such as the NV-based 4colorprint Handersen. A suggestion for easier way of engaging customers online through the use of the book "Graphic Arts BlueBooks" is also presented.