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Radical printing in the 21st century says Colourtone Aries

[Issued by Colourtone Aries] It seems like a century ago already, but in fact, it was only recently that printing presses were large machines, literally mechanical giants that were ugly, noisy and cumbersome to operate. 8 May 2012 11:03

Panellists announced for Thought Leadership Digibate on trends

At the fifth Thought Leadership Digibate this Friday, 4 May 2012, hosted by Aegis Media and BizCommunity, some of the country's leading experts in the media and marketing sector will discuss and debate topics in five key areas that featured in Bizcommunity.com's recent 2012 Biz Trends Report. 26 Apr 2012 13:31

Start planning that Loeries trip

The 34th Annual Loerie Awards, which take place in Cape Town from 15-23 September 2012, have opened for ticket sales, accommodation and car hire. The two awards ceremonies are limited to 1500 seats per night, so early booking is advised. 26 Apr 2012 10:16

South African joins experts in Diploma in Color

Joining the expert rank of only seven Asia Pacific achievers of the qualification, Diploma in Color, from Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Yunus Docrat, a branch technician at Konica Minolta South Africa, is the fourth South African to receive the highest certification of the group's professional education. 25 Apr 2012 12:14

Fifth Thought Leadership Digibate on marketing, media trends to be in Joburg

Following the recent publication of the 2012 Biz Trends Report, sponsored by Aegis Media, some of the key trend topics will be brought alive at the fifth Thought Leadership Digibate on Friday, 4 May 2012. Hosted by Aegis Media in conjunction with Bizcommunity.com, for the first time this monthly debate will be held in Johannesburg and broadcast live via mobile or pc audio-streaming, 9.15am-11am. 25 Apr 2012 10:00

Loeries expand into Africa with new category

A new category for the 2012 Loeries, 'Rest of Africa and the Middle East', will be officially launched on Thursday 19 April 2012 at 6pm at the Sierra Lounge, 2nd Floor, Yaya Centre, Argwings Khodek Road in Nairobi, Kenya. 5 Apr 2012 12:08

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Offset vs. digital, make sure you know the difference says Colourtone Aries

[Issued by Colourtone Aries] There is still some confusion when it comes to understanding the advantages and disadvantages of digital printing against traditional offset lithography. Colourtone Aries, printing and packaging powerhouse in the Western Cape, advises that it is essential to make the right decision before opting for either. 19 Mar 2012 12:30

Antalis launches new paper, Olympic competition

Antalis South Africa, at this year's Design Indaba Expo, launched its latest Conqueror Bamboo promotion, 'Your gift to the Earth' and a 'Win the Medal!' typographic games competition, from Arjo Wiggins Creative Papers, which offers printers a sporting chance to attend the 2012 Olympics in London for a weekend. 12 Mar 2012 14:04

Fourth Thought Leadership Digibate to focus on print media

The fourth Thought Leadership Digibate, hosted by Aegis Media, in conjunction with Bizcommunity.com, will focus on the state of print media in South Africa. To be held at 9.15am-11am on Friday, 16 March 2012, the digital debate will be broadcast live via audio-streaming. 12 Mar 2012 13:26

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Not printers, business solutions professionals, says Colourtone Aries

[Issued by Colourtone Aries] Commercial printers are operating in a whole new dimension with technology the driving force behind client demand. Printing and packaging powerhouse, Colourtone Aries, a leading commercial and packaging printer, is at the forefront of this innovation. 12 Mar 2012 11:39

Industry funding being tackled by MA(SA)

Following concerns voiced in December 2011, the Marketing Association of South Africa [MA(SA)] held a fully representative meeting at the end of January 2012 and has now received responses to the proposals from NAB, OHMSA, ACA and the AMF, with a formal response from PMSA expected shortly. 9 Mar 2012 09:47

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Digital print for packaging sets the pace, says Colourtone Aries

[Issued by Colourtone Aries] The demand for digital printing for packaging is increasing rapidly, according to printing and packaging powerhouse, Colourtone Aries. Marketers are not only after crucial cost-saving methodologies; they are after speedier turnaround times and vastly improved and consistent output quality. 6 Mar 2012 00:13

New print technology launched at Nampak

The Nampak DivFood Vanderbijlpark plant has officially opened its new five-deck printing line, with in-line varnish capability, from Crabtree FastReady and the newly installed End-o-mat production line for can end making. 9 Feb 2012 12:33

New South African partner for swissQprint

Effective 1 February 2012, swissQprint has appointed AWT as its new South African distributor partner. Described as a world leader in high volume, high quality UV, large format printing, it has also appointed Midcomp as a sub-distributor. 6 Feb 2012 11:39