News, data and events for the US print industry: commercial, packaging, wide format, apparel and DTF, print on demand, books, promo and industrial.https://printingbeat.comen-ushttps://printingbeat.com/article/fujifilm-and-epac-form-a-global-alliance-built-around-the-jhttps://printingbeat.com/article/fujifilm-and-epac-form-a-global-alliance-built-around-the-jThe first FP790 goes into ePac's new Phoenix plant, with a wider fleet rollout across the digital flexible packaging network planned later. (Source: Packaging Impressions)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPackaging & LabelsDigital presseshttps://printingbeat.com/article/promo-distributor-sales-rise-3-4-in-q3-as-tariffs-and-fuel-costshttps://printingbeat.com/article/promo-distributor-sales-rise-3-4-in-q3-as-tariffs-and-fuel-costsASI's quarterly survey shows a fifth straight quarter of growth, led by the biggest distributors, while the smallest shops lost ground. (Source: ASI Media)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPromotional Productshttps://printingbeat.com/article/canon-u-s-a-and-digitech-launch-compact-texas-st2-x1-uv-ledhttps://printingbeat.com/article/canon-u-s-a-and-digitech-launch-compact-texas-st2-x1-uv-ledThe 50 x 100-inch flatbed borrows the LT3 series' structure and adds a standard auto-unloader, bringing high-volume capability to smaller shops. (Source: Canon U.S.A. press release (GlobeNewswire))Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayUV & flatbedWide-format inkjetDigital presseshttps://printingbeat.com/article/gildan-hit-with-investor-class-action-over-alleged-channelhttps://printingbeat.com/article/gildan-hit-with-investor-class-action-over-alleged-channelA proposed class action in New York federal court builds on a June short-seller report claiming the blank-apparel giant pulled sales forward. (Source: PPAI Media)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPromotional Productshttps://printingbeat.com/article/hederman-brothers-invests-in-durst-z-nd-and-a-20-000-sq-ft-widehttps://printingbeat.com/article/hederman-brothers-invests-in-durst-z-nd-and-a-20-000-sq-ft-wideThe Mississippi printer is bringing signage, vehicle graphics and fulfillment onto its Madison campus alongside new print and cutting systems. (Source: Wide-Format Impressions)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayWide-format inkjetUV & flatbedFinishing & bindinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/intelisent-launches-analytics-studio-to-make-postal-data-usablehttps://printingbeat.com/article/intelisent-launches-analytics-studio-to-make-postal-data-usableAtlas Business Insights Studio pulls delivery scans, postage, Informed Delivery and mail-quality data into one workspace for mailers and brands. (Source: Printing Impressions)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTCommercial PrintSoftware & AIhttps://printingbeat.com/article/shutterfly-becomes-official-photo-gift-partner-of-disney-parkshttps://printingbeat.com/article/shutterfly-becomes-official-photo-gift-partner-of-disney-parksDisney PhotoPass images can now flow straight into Shutterfly accounts, backed by a new Disney shopping hub and park-themed collections. (Source: PR Newswire)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & Customhttps://printingbeat.com/article/tiktok-shop-starts-its-black-friday-push-a-day-earlier-as-bighttps://printingbeat.com/article/tiktok-shop-starts-its-black-friday-push-a-day-earlier-as-bigThe U.S. campaign runs Nov. 11-30, with Best Buy, Ulta Beauty and Sephora selling on the platform for the first time this season. (Source: Modern Retail)Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & Customhttps://printingbeat.com/article/electroninks-and-ids-cut-printed-heater-build-time-73-withhttps://printingbeat.com/article/electroninks-and-ids-cut-printed-heater-build-time-73-withA joint aerospace program printed 100-plus multilayer heaters at near-perfect yield using particle-free inks cured directly on the printer. (Source: Electroninks (press release))Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & FunctionalInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/squishy-toys-and-dumplings-lead-fastest-growing-promo-searcheshttps://printingbeat.com/article/squishy-toys-and-dumplings-lead-fastest-growing-promo-searchesASI Research data show viral fidget products, hacky sacks and cold-weather items surging on ESP, while interest in Stanley tumblers cooled. (Source: ASI Media)Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPromotional Productshttps://printingbeat.com/article/california-s-textile-epr-program-is-underway-who-must-registerhttps://printingbeat.com/article/california-s-textile-epr-program-is-underway-who-must-registerSB 707 duties fall first on U.S. brand owners, then importers, then sellers; registration costs $1,000 a year and late filers can still sign up. (Source: PPAI Media)Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPromotional Productshttps://printingbeat.com/article/erasmart-rolls-out-fluorescent-dtf-printers-for-blacklight-readyhttps://printingbeat.com/article/erasmart-rolls-out-fluorescent-dtf-printers-for-blacklight-readyEraSmart's A1 and A2 add fluorescent ink channels to direct-to-film printing, aimed at festival merch, stage wear and event apparel. (Source: Impressions)Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesDTFhttps://printingbeat.com/article/stahls-launches-online-tool-that-checks-artwork-against-18-patchhttps://printingbeat.com/article/stahls-launches-online-tool-that-checks-artwork-against-18-patchDecorators upload a design and see which patch and emblem styles are ready to order, need changes or will not work. (Source: Impressions)Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesEmbroidery & patchesSoftware & AIhttps://printingbeat.com/article/washington-post-to-close-its-springfield-printing-plant-layinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/washington-post-to-close-its-springfield-printing-plant-layingThe 46-year-old Virginia facility will shut around year-end as the Post moves printing to a much smaller site near Dulles Airport. (Source: Virginia Business)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishingOffsethttps://printingbeat.com/article/elon-university-s-in-plant-adds-six-new-devices-and-brings-signhttps://printingbeat.com/article/elon-university-s-in-plant-adds-six-new-devices-and-brings-signA five-person campus print shop justified each purchase against outsourcing costs, and its wide-format revenue more than doubled in August. (Source: In-plant Impressions)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTCommercial PrintDigital pressesWide-format inkjetFinishing & bindinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/flexible-packaging-association-signs-kraft-heinz-pepsico-and-p-ghttps://printingbeat.com/article/flexible-packaging-association-signs-kraft-heinz-pepsico-and-p-gThe new membership category gives consumer brands a direct seat in FPA's circularity, consumer education and policy advocacy work. (Source: WhatTheyThink)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPackaging & Labelshttps://printingbeat.com/article/manual-screen-printing-press-market-forecast-to-reach-126-7https://printingbeat.com/article/manual-screen-printing-press-market-forecast-to-reach-126-7A Global Growth Insights study projects 4.2% annual growth, with North America holding about 29% of global demand for manual presses. (Source: Impressions)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesScreen printinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/millcraft-acquires-louisville-corrugated-packaging-distributorhttps://printingbeat.com/article/millcraft-acquires-louisville-corrugated-packaging-distributorThe deal adds custom corrugated, protective packaging and parts-assembly services aimed at automotive and industrial customers. (Source: Packaging Gateway)Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPackaging & Labelshttps://printingbeat.com/article/efi-and-agfa-s-digital-printing-unit-to-combine-in-a-60-40-sirishttps://printingbeat.com/article/efi-and-agfa-s-digital-printing-unit-to-combine-in-a-60-40-sirisThe deal joins EFI with Agfa's Digital Printing Solutions business, forming a company that expects about $625 million in 2026 pro forma revenue. (Source: GRAPHICS PRO)Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayWide-format inkjetUV & flatbedhttps://printingbeat.com/article/halo-adds-portland-and-st-louis-distributors-in-a-two-dealhttps://printingbeat.com/article/halo-adds-portland-and-st-louis-distributors-in-a-two-dealEvent-apparel specialist Leslie Jordan and incentives firm T&P Incentives will keep their names, staff and offices under HALO. (Source: PPAI Media)Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPromotional Productshttps://printingbeat.com/article/total-printing-systems-partners-with-cardinal-publishers-grouphttps://printingbeat.com/article/total-printing-systems-partners-with-cardinal-publishers-groupThe tie-up, effective October 2, lets the book printer offer distribution to its clients while Cardinal helps place their titles in bookstores. (Source: Printing Impressions)Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/rrd-to-deploy-15-hp-digital-presses-under-an-expanded-dealhttps://printingbeat.com/article/rrd-to-deploy-15-hp-digital-presses-under-an-expanded-dealThe expanded agreement adds digital capacity across RRD plants for commercial print, direct mail, labels, packaging and statement work. (Source: Label & Narrow Web)Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTCommercial PrintDigital pressesSoftware & AIhttps://printingbeat.com/article/general-formulations-adds-air-egress-liner-to-its-semi-rigidhttps://printingbeat.com/article/general-formulations-adds-air-egress-liner-to-its-semi-rigidFour 6-mil white films aim to make bubble-free installs faster for signage, decals, POP displays and window graphics. (Source: Big Picture)Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/s-s-activewear-plans-automated-500-000-sq-ft-distribution-centerhttps://printingbeat.com/article/s-s-activewear-plans-automated-500-000-sq-ft-distribution-centerThe apparel distributor's new site, due in late summer 2027, adds inventory and capacity for decorators in the West and Southwest. (Source: GRAPHICS PRO)Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & Textileshttps://printingbeat.com/article/hp-marks-10-years-of-multi-jet-fusion-with-an-entry-level-mjfhttps://printingbeat.com/article/hp-marks-10-years-of-multi-jet-fusion-with-an-entry-level-mjfThe roughly $48,000 printer, due in 2027, is aimed at smaller manufacturers; HP says its additive business grew about 30% for a second year. (Source: 3DPrint.com)Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & Functional3D printinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/diamond-packaging-ties-cpg-cartons-to-certified-reforestationhttps://printingbeat.com/article/diamond-packaging-ties-cpg-cartons-to-certified-reforestationThe Rochester, N.Y., converter will measure paperboard used in client programs and fund matching tree planting under its Greenbox initiative. (Source: WhatTheyThink)Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPackaging & Labelshttps://printingbeat.com/article/m-ller-martini-s-diamant-pro-digital-aims-to-automate-book-ofhttps://printingbeat.com/article/m-ller-martini-s-diamant-pro-digital-aims-to-automate-book-ofThe new digital hardcover line runs up to 1,800 cycles per hour and changes formats by barcode without stopping production. (Source: WhatTheyThink)Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishingFinishing & bindinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/w-h-debuts-oneflex-ci-flexo-press-for-flexible-packaging-at-ftahttps://printingbeat.com/article/w-h-debuts-oneflex-ci-flexo-press-for-flexible-packaging-at-ftaWindmöller & Hölscher used the FTA Technical Conference in Atlanta for the global launch of its newest central-impression press, rated to 600 m/min. (Source: Flexographic Technical Association)Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPackaging & LabelsFlexo & gravurehttps://printingbeat.com/article/possehl-takes-full-ownership-of-web-press-maker-manroland-gosshttps://printingbeat.com/article/possehl-takes-full-ownership-of-web-press-maker-manroland-gossThe German group, which previously held 51%, now owns the web offset supplier outright after co-owner American Industrial Partners exited. (Source: WhatTheyThink)Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishingOffsethttps://printingbeat.com/article/think-ink-buys-kirk-rudy-assets-relaunching-the-mailing-gearhttps://printingbeat.com/article/think-ink-buys-kirk-rudy-assets-relaunching-the-mailing-gearThe deal closed during PRINTING United and keeps the business running from Kirk-Rudy's 100,000-square-foot plant in Woodstock, Georgia. (Source: WhatTheyThink)Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTCommercial PrintFinishing & bindinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/howard-custom-transfers-launches-hct-assist-overflow-decoratinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/howard-custom-transfers-launches-hct-assist-overflow-decoratingThe Illinois transfer maker will decorate, pack and ship orders for apparel shops that need capacity without buying equipment. (Source: GRAPHICS PRO)Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesScreen printinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/epson-unveils-999-surecolor-f370-sublimation-printer-and-ahttps://printingbeat.com/article/epson-unveils-999-surecolor-f370-sublimation-printer-and-aThe compact 13 x 19-inch printer and a $149.95 cotton primer ship in November, aimed at makers and small personalization shops. (Source: Epson America (press release))Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesDye sublimationInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/logojet-adds-roland-uv-flatbeds-in-a-direct-to-objecthttps://printingbeat.com/article/logojet-adds-roland-uv-flatbeds-in-a-direct-to-objectThe Louisiana DTO printer builder will sell Roland's desktop to large-format UV machines, while Roland gains LogoJET's industrial application know-how. (Source: Roland DGA (press release))Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & FunctionalUV & flatbedhttps://printingbeat.com/article/arcus-printers-launches-compact-monarch-fb1218-uv-flatbed-withhttps://printingbeat.com/article/arcus-printers-launches-compact-monarch-fb1218-uv-flatbed-withThe North Carolina company's doorway-friendly system prints rigid goods and drinkware, with optional UV DTF, roll-to-roll and vision-scan features. (Source: Impressions)Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & FunctionalUV & flatbedDigital presseshttps://printingbeat.com/article/e-ink-invests-in-us-startup-newcopper-to-develop-copperhttps://printingbeat.com/article/e-ink-invests-in-us-startup-newcopper-to-develop-copperThe early-stage SAFE deal backs an oxidation-resistant copper ink that could be a cheaper alternative to silver in displays and printed electronics. (Source: invidis)Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & FunctionalInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/roland-dg-launches-dimense-surface-textured-wallcovering-brandhttps://printingbeat.com/article/roland-dg-launches-dimense-surface-textured-wallcovering-brandThe brand opens a new channel for Dimense print providers, with designer collaborations and on-demand, PVC-free embossed wallpaper. (Source: Roland DGA (press release))Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayWide-format inkjetInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/supergamut-previews-kraken-super-hydra-and-an-auto-cutter-tohttps://printingbeat.com/article/supergamut-previews-kraken-super-hydra-and-an-auto-cutter-toThe DTF equipment maker is positioning an expanded ink setup, a new commercial printer and a vision-guided cutter as one production system. (Source: Impressions)Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesDTFFinishing & bindinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/saturday-evening-post-to-end-its-print-edition-after-205-yearshttps://printingbeat.com/article/saturday-evening-post-to-end-its-print-edition-after-205-yearsThe January issue will be the magazine's final printed edition, with publisher Joan SerVaas citing production costs and weaker ad revenue. (Source: The Boston Globe (via The New York Times))Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/roland-dg-adds-versaobject-io-300-flatbed-and-rc-300-cylinder-uvhttps://printingbeat.com/article/roland-dg-adds-versaobject-io-300-flatbed-and-rc-300-cylinder-uvThe direct-to-object systems target short-run decoration of industrial parts, panels and drinkware using Roland DG's EUV-H hard ink set. (Source: Impressions)Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & FunctionalUV & flatbedDigital presseshttps://printingbeat.com/article/redbubble-and-teepublic-owner-articore-swings-to-a-full-yearhttps://printingbeat.com/article/redbubble-and-teepublic-owner-articore-swings-to-a-full-yearArticore posted A$10.9 million in FY26 net profit and plans to invest in its Dashery storefronts and Indian POD marketplace Frankly Wearing. (Source: Ragtrader)Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & Customhttps://printingbeat.com/article/avery-dennison-adds-lower-priced-supreme-defense-gloss-litehttps://printingbeat.com/article/avery-dennison-adds-lower-priced-supreme-defense-gloss-liteThe 7.5-mil wet-apply clear film carries a seven-year warranty and targets daily drivers, fleets and installers new to PPF. (Source: Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions (press release))Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayInks, media & substrateshttps://printingbeat.com/article/vastex-adds-a-120-volt-redflash-infrared-flash-cure-for-screenhttps://printingbeat.com/article/vastex-adds-a-120-volt-redflash-infrared-flash-cure-for-screenThe RD-18-120 brings an 18-inch infrared flash to shops without 240-volt service, with optional auto-flash and rotary pallet add-ons. (Source: Impressions)Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesScreen printinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/lakeside-book-company-reorganizes-sales-to-grow-its-distributionhttps://printingbeat.com/article/lakeside-book-company-reorganizes-sales-to-grow-its-distributionThe book manufacturer merged Dover and former Baker & Taylor Publisher Services reps into one team as it courts small and midsize publishers. (Source: Publishers Weekly)Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPublishinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/new-cbp-postal-entry-process-replaces-de-minimis-for-low-valuehttps://printingbeat.com/article/new-cbp-postal-entry-process-replaces-de-minimis-for-low-valueSince July 24, eligible mailed goods worth up to $2,500 need a postal informal entry with a bond number and full duty data. (Source: Forvis Mazars)Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & Customhttps://printingbeat.com/article/stratasys-holds-q2-revenue-flat-at-137-6m-as-consumables-set-ahttps://printingbeat.com/article/stratasys-holds-q2-revenue-flat-at-137-6m-as-consumables-set-aThe 3D printer maker kept its 2026 revenue outlook, now sees negative full-year cash flow, and called its MarkForged acquisition pending. (Source: Stratasys (press release))Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTIndustrial & Functional3D printinghttps://printingbeat.com/article/kornit-q2-revenue-climbs-to-55-3m-as-recurring-sales-and-screenhttps://printingbeat.com/article/kornit-q2-revenue-climbs-to-55-3m-as-recurring-sales-and-screenThe DTG maker beat its guidance, logged an 11th straight quarter of positive operating cash flow and guided Q3 revenue to $55M-$60M. (Source: Kornit Digital (SEC Form 6-K))Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesDTGhttps://printingbeat.com/article/ninja-transfers-widens-local-dtf-pickup-to-a-40-mile-radiushttps://printingbeat.com/article/ninja-transfers-widens-local-dtf-pickup-to-a-40-mile-radiusThe transfer supplier's expanded pickup zone now covers 572 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, with orders ready in one to two days. (Source: Impressions)Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTApparel & TextilesDTFhttps://printingbeat.com/article/epson-taps-national-azon-to-distribute-surecolor-wide-format-andhttps://printingbeat.com/article/epson-taps-national-azon-to-distribute-surecolor-wide-format-andThe deal puts Epson's professional imaging lineup, including F-Series dye-sublimation, DTF and DTG models, into National / AZON's U.S. reseller network. (Source: Impressions)Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTSigns & DisplayDye sublimationWide-format inkjetDTFDTGhttps://printingbeat.com/article/etsy-marketplace-gms-grows-7-5-in-q2-as-company-cuts-about-12-ofhttps://printingbeat.com/article/etsy-marketplace-gms-grows-7-5-in-q2-as-company-cuts-about-12-ofEtsy closed its Depop sale to eBay, authorized a $2 billion buyback and leaned on AI-driven personalization to lift buyer engagement. (Source: Etsy (Q2 2026 shareholder letter, SEC Form 8-K))Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & Customhttps://printingbeat.com/article/vistaprint-becomes-a-print-partner-for-canva-starting-in-the-u-shttps://printingbeat.com/article/vistaprint-becomes-a-print-partner-for-canva-starting-in-the-u-sCanva AI will plug into Cimpress systems so users can go from a design prompt to a Vistaprint-produced product without leaving Canva. (Source: PrintCAN)Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTPOD & CustomSoftware & AI