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The Forum of Private Business is warning business owners to be aware of the seasonal dangers that could potentially leave then with a nasty financial hangover long after the decorations have been taken down.

Shuttleworth Business Systems has brought out a MIS that automates the production planning processes.

New from Hexis is HX190WG2, a 50 micrometre layered cast vinyl film that because of its formulation is tolerant with regard to the imperfections of the different print systems. The manufacturer said its layered structure will ensure that ink will not affect adhesive and handling properties of the film, and as a consequence it is compatible with a wide range of printers, including those using hard solvent inkjet systems.

Recycled paper honeycomb manufacturer Dufaylite has launched Polyprop into its Ultra Board range as an eco-friendly alternative to MDF and plastics for the signage and POS markets.

Bodoni has added Barbieri’s SpectroPad to the list of supported spectrophotometers for its own pressSign software with the aim of making colour control fast and easy for large-format printers. Users measure a set of target patches with the SpectroPad, and pressSign will show how to adjust the tonal curve and, if able, the density of the ink.

Hollanders has incorporated a number of environmental, productivity and noise upgrades into its ColorWash XL washing machines for its digital textile printers. 

Neil Felton has replaced Nigel Steffens as Fespa CEO, responsible for the overall direction of all the organisation's activities.

Screen Europe will showcase its Truepress Jet continuous inkjet solutions and applications at Ipex, which president Brian Filler is calling “the only major print event in 2014”.

Spandex is hosting an ‘Experience Day’ in partnership with 3M on 5 December to demonstrate the latest products and applications in signage and vehicle wrapping

Southern Converters in Andover has become the central distribution point for all Innova Art products.

Konica Minolta has formed a partnership with the St Bride Foundation to open up new initiatives that will inspire future generations about the value of print as a key part of the communications mix.

Antalis has created an interactive calendar for 2014 to demonstrate how paper and print can be combined with digital media to maximise the impact of marketing campaigns.

Lumejet has doubled its stand size at the event following the Ipex Open Day on 20 November at the exhibition's new home at the ExCeL London.

The British Sign and Graphics Association (BSGA) will be running two workshops at Sign and Digital UK to explain changes to legislation regarding signage and what must be done to meet the latest requirements. Failure to meet the standards could, in the future, result in criminal proceedings and custodial sentences for offenders.