The colour management software specialist said ProductionSuite 2.0 was targeted at printers and firms producing vehicle wraps, banners, indoor and outdoor large format signage and point-of-sale materials. Highlights include an updated version of SmartProfiler, a calibration and profiling tool, to profile all combinations of printers, media and inks, and a new interior decoration option to support digitised creation and printing of textiles and wallpapers. The ProductionSuite modular system includes a pre-press file editor and RIP as well as the SmartProfiler and PrintStation. The new version supports more than 200 additional output devices bringing the total supported to more than 1,000. Prices start at €3,000 (£2,552). The updated SmartProfiler within ProductionSuite 2.0 has a new user interface and now operates on OS X and Windows platforms. It also creates optimised test chart layouts for wide format printers. According to GMG wide format director Markus Finkbeiner the latest version makes profile creation even easier through features like automatic rendering intent. He said: “While most profiling and colour management tools may require a number of trial-and-error steps to obtain a satisfactory separation, this takes responsibility for building the profile.” GMG is also releasing ProductionSuite-Focus Edition, an entry-level-price version meant for print firms that want to bundle a complete workflow, instead of solely a RIP, when buying a new digital printer....

The South Wales-based self-adhesive vinyl manufacturer has launched a velvet wrap, currently available in six colours, with a seventh to be released later this year. The patented material, which according to KPMF can withstand jet-washing, has been developed with two European partners. It has also unveiled the Starlight visual effects range, which includes sparkle and pearlescent effects. The range also includes a vinyl overlaminate in four colours that can be combined with standard colour vinyl. Both ranges are available as standard in 1.52m x 25m rolls, although bespoke orders can be catered for, and KPMF is also able to colour-match for specific requirements. Managing director of the Newport-based company Rob Musto said the new laminates were targeted at the automotive industry. “This is very much going to be a fashion related item and I think we’ll see people getting their cars temporarily fully or partially wrapped.” The business, which is part of KPMF USA, is also developing a 3D effect product for vehicle wrapping that gives an embossed effect to whatever surface it is applied to. Further details were not available but the range is due to be released in September....

The South Wales-based self-adhesive vinyl manufacturer has launched a velvet wrap, currently available in six colours, with a seventh to be released later this year. The patented material, which according to KPMF can withstand jet-washing, has been developed with two European partners. It has also unveiled the Starlight visual effects range, which includes sparkle and pearlescent effects. The range also includes a vinyl overlaminate in four colours that can be combined with standard colour vinyl. Both ranges are available as standard in 1.52m x 25m rolls, although bespoke orders can be catered for, and KPMF is also able to colour-match for specific requirements. Managing director of the Newport-based company Rob Musto said the new laminates were targeted at the automotive industry. “This is very much going to be a fashion related item and I think we’ll see people getting their cars temporarily fully or partially wrapped.” The business, which is part of KPMF USA, is also developing a 3D effect product for vehicle wrapping that gives an embossed effect to whatever surface it is applied to. Further details were not available but the range is due to be released in September....

Total floor space, when combined with co-located European Sign Expo, tops 63,000m2, 2,000m2 more than the previous record holder Fespa Berlin in 1997, which attracted 21,000 visitors. Just over 650 exhibitors are attending this year’s show, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.A week out, pre-registered visitor numbers were around 30,000, which Neil Felton, managing director of exhibitions and events, said was “tracking well and looking good”. “But the key measure of success now is getting the right level of decision makers on the show floor. That will be our real measure of success and its looking good,” he said....

Total floor space, when combined with co-located European Sign Expo, tops 63,000m2, 2,000m2 more than the previous record holder Fespa Berlin in 1997, which attracted 21,000 visitors. Just over 650 exhibitors are attending this year’s show, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.A week out, pre-registered visitor numbers were around 30,000, which Neil Felton, managing director of exhibitions and events, said was “tracking well and looking good”. “But the key measure of success now is getting the right level of decision makers on the show floor. That will be our real measure of success and its looking good,” he said....