Production Printing

In addition to AI, why cloud communication, distribution, and inkjet printing technology are three additional trends to watch in 2026.

Retirements can be bittersweet for old industry friends, especially after three decades of working together in the dealer channel. Just ask Datamax’s Barry Simon and our Founder Frank Cannata.

With the addition of transactional DesignJet hardware, Distribution Management further strengthens its collaboration with HP.

Heidelberg USA is moving its new “Print Media Center Americas – Home of Print” showroom and U.S. headquarters six miles to a new facility in Marietta, Georgia (from the Kennesaw location).

Higher-education submissions are open for spring 2026 university/collegiate grants; PGSF scholarships support students pursuing studies in print and graphic communications.

Submissions from students enrolled in graphic communications, visual or design technology, or print-centric educational program are due by February 1, 2026, per HP.

Howes, a 25-year reprographics veteran, joins the DM team at the Missouri-based national technology, fulfillment, and distribution provider to grow its large format print business.

Our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology news.

PGSF board member Winther is the recently retired chairman and owner of Think Patented and previously had served as president and CEO of Heidelberg USA. 

Their success is community-driven in Salisbury, MD, say Minuteman Press owners Jeff and Diana Merritt.

Dai Nippon Printing (DNP) has achieved 10nm line-pattern resolution on nanoimprint template for cutting-edge 1.4nm semiconductors; more environmentally sustainable, mass production is scheduled for 2027.

OEM Canon announces Q2 2026 shipment availability for varioPRESS iV7 (B2 format) and varioPRINT iX1700 (B3) sheetfed digital production printing presses.

A month-by-month pictorial timeline of OEM Kyocera Document Solutions America”s year in ’25.

The doors are open to Canon’s expanded ink factory in the Netherlands, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for water-based ink production.

The 2025 edition of the printing industry’s annual holiday movie has arrived from Esko software company Enfocus.

Why our fourth consecutive double flipbook issue, featuring our 2026 WatchList and highlights from the 40th Anniversary Awards & Charities Gala, is a keeper!

As planning continues for the New Year, The Cannata Report’s 2026 WatchList is a who’s who and what’s what for dea;ers and partners conducting business in the office technology space.

In New York City, the Weiss sons have taken Atlantic, Tomorrow’s Office’s reins, continuing to steer the 43-year-old traditional copier dealer into the office technology business world of data integration and AI.

What else can independent dealer owners learn from private-equity firms investing in the office technology dealer channel?

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp. achieves PRINTING United Alliance G7® System Certification for Print Station V4 for Revoria Flow.

Chicago-area print service provider expands facility and adds personnel in preparation for installing the SCREEN Truepress JET 560HDX.

Ricoh Pro printers make a striking statement at Print Evolution Live tradeshow in Europe thanks to Drytac’s Polar Grip polymeric self-adhesive vinyl wraps.

Advocacy victories, growing membership engagement, and enhanced industry resources mark a transformative year for the PRINTING United Alliance and its nationwide community.

South Korean printing company acquires American commercial printer to establish a manufacturing presence in the U.S. market.

The Chicago-area (Carol Stream, Illinois) commercial printer’s unique design and artful execution earns it top praise in the Direct Mail category, Fujifilm says. TEAM Concept Printing is the first U.S.-based company to receive this global recognition in the 15-year history of the international competition.