Software - Workflow

The topic at the third of IPI’s in-plant forums at PRINTING United veered away from hardware and focused on the topic of software.

In more than 30 years as a signmaker, Jeffrey Chudoff, owner of FASTSIGNS of Maple Shade, N.J., has witnessed the transformation of vehicle graphics printing. He has been one of those who helped drive the evolution, and SAi Flexi was one of the enablers.

In 2015, Charlie Cox, COO, began a search of hardware and software for something that would demonstrate Wallace Carlson Printing was indeed a different kind of printer.

Ripon Printers began in 1962 when the company printed and published newspapers. Over the years, Ripon grew into a commercial printing firm with an annual turnover of more than $50M. Since 2005, Ripon Printers has continuously automated its production workflow with the implementation of OneVision software solutions.

EFI’s exhibit at PRINTING United booth 8233 features the new VUTEk 32h LED inkjet hybrid flatbed/roll-to-roll printer.

Deseret Mutual Benefits Administrator (DMBA) is a nonprofit organization that services various affiliates of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, DMBA’s Central Services is the in-plant that handles all printing and mailing needs of the LDS affiliates.

Art Craft Display is well established as a leader in the trade show and convention industry. With offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Detroit, Mich., the company continues to exceed customer expectations by providing outstanding services and expertise that has satisfied clients since 1958.

Working with high profile racing teams, Michael Boote of Rage Designs produces custom helmet and motorcycle vinyl graphics to identify and differentiate riders. He also creates motorcycle liveries, pit garage displays, and race truck designs, incorporating the brand identity of the team and team sponsors.

With locations in Amarillo and Dallas, VariVerge provides clients with a variety of needs when it comes to security and timeliness. In production, they insert about six million pieces annually, and have the capability to insert 150,000 to 250,000 pieces a day.

Enfocus' products, PitStop and Switch, enable print service providers to automate their business toward profitability while ensuring quality. Key to its mission is collaboration with industry partners and customers to foster mutual success.