PRINTING United Expo


Breaking News: AI Hits the Print Floor
August 29, 2025 at 1:02 pm

Struggling with how to start with AI for your business? This special report details new resources from PRINTING United Alliance that help you manage this fast-evolving opportunity. Now we go to Cassie Green and Joe Marin with the latest.

Wide-Format Weekly (08/28/25)
August 28, 2025 at 11:24 am

On this week’s Wide-format Weekly: Who is Expo Bound and why, textile and surface decoration, the strong value of G7+, and why fabrication may boost your business. Join us!

G7+ Is A Must for Wide-format Printers
August 25, 2025 at 5:41 pm

We sat down with Jordan Gorski, vice president of Global Standards and Certifications at PRINTING United Alliance — and former executive director of Idealliance — to chat about color management, G7+, and the iLearning+ platform, and how these tools can help wide-format printers excel.

Expo Bound: Staying Ahead of the Curve
August 25, 2025 at 1:23 pm

Guy Timothy, CEO at Vision Graphics (South Salt Lake, Utah), shares why he’s attending the 2025 PRINTING United Expo in Orlando (October 22-24).

Expo Bound: Exploring Trends and Technologies
August 19, 2025 at 4:52 am

Dale Bryson, director of operations at Ace Displays (Southlake, Texas) shares why he’s attending the 2025 PRINTING United Expo in Orlando (October 22-24).

Dave Leskusky on the PRINTING United Expo Imperative
August 18, 2025 at 1:14 pm

Dave Leskusky, president of PRINTING United Alliance, describes why he believe it is essential for printers of all types to attend the 2025 PRINTING United Expo in Orlando (October 22-24), and shares what they can do to maximize their experience.

Wide-Format Weekly (8/14/25)
August 14, 2025 at 12:45 pm

This week on the Wide-format Weekly, the latest episode of the broadcast talks about how automation is transforming wide-format production workflows; we explore the benefits of becoming graphic installer certified; we highlight Serigraph's "portrait of success"; and be sure to register for PRINTING United Expo.

Why Are You 'Expo Bound?'
August 13, 2025 at 4:43 pm

To add to its ongoing 'Expo Bound,' series, where wide-format professionals share their motivations and expectations for the 2025 PRINTING United Expo (Orlando, Florida, October 22-24), WFI invites you to tell us why you're 'expo bound.'

The Benefits of Becoming Graphic Installer Certified
August 11, 2025 at 3:46 pm

If you’re a wide-format producer that offers graphic installation services, or if you’re a wide-format shop that outsources installation, consider these three words: Graphic installation certification.

G7+ Exchange to Precede Expo
August 6, 2025 at 12:08 pm

Preceding the main Expo, the G7+ Exchange will offer a unique peer-to-peer learning experience…

Wide-Format Weekly (7/17/25)
July 17, 2025 at 1:30 pm

This week: PVC-free PSAs, the value of SWOT, Mondays with Marco Compendium, workplace violence preparation, PRINTING United Expo, and Dan Marx, packing for the Wide-Format Summit.

Wide-Format Weekly: 'A Work in Process'
July 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm

On this very special episode of Wide-Format Weekly, the WFI News Team unites to share pertinent industry news and drop a major "Easter egg" for viewers. Includes information on tariffs, SEG exhibit displays, this month's Wide-Format Summit, and October's massive PRINTING United Expo.

Wide-Format Weekly (7/3/25)
July 3, 2025 at 3:34 pm

This week on the Wide-Format Weekly, register today for PRINTING United Expo; PRINTING United’s Ray Weiss discusses the many different certifications available for Alliance members; PRINTING United Alliance is leading the charge on AI, and be sure to check out the 2025 Pinnacle Award Winners.

Wide-Format Weekly (6/19/25)
June 19, 2025 at 9:05 am

In this week’s Wide-Format Weekly: Roland DGA highlights fast printing and even faster cars, a guide to industry training, two blockbuster events, book clubs for employee engagement, and how printers are responding to tariffs, all for you.

Wide-Format Weekly (05/01/25)
May 1, 2025 at 2:47 pm

In this Wide-Format Weekly, we recap last week's ISA Expo, learn about generative AI artwork and sports event graphics, and preview a podcast episode on producing for cruise ships. Such bounty! Join us.

Denise and Dan Recap the 2025 International Sign Expo
May 1, 2025 at 2:14 pm

Denise Gustavson, editorial direction for Alliance Media Brands, and Dan Marx, content director for Wide-Format Impressions, report from the trade show floor of the 2025 International Sign Expo. They offer their key takeaways on the event and discuss that amid current uncertainty, some wide-format producers are moving forward with planned purchases.

John Ingraham and Angel Georgiou Discuss Canon's Wallpaper Challenge
December 12, 2024 at 12:43 pm

Canon USA, Inc.'s John Ingraham, senior marketing specialist, Large Format Solutions, and Angel Georgiou, senior product marketing specialist, sat down to discuss the wallpaper challenge that Canon presented at PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas.

Gene Hamzhie of FireSprint: PRINTING United Expo Interview
October 13, 2024 at 6:16 am

Gene Hamzhie, CEO of FireSprint, shares how his for-the-trade wide-format printing business has expanded from producing yard signs and banners and into producing decals. Hamzhie discusses the technologies that have enabled him to access this new opportunity and shares whether he’s considering new opportunities in the near term.

Texas Nameplate's Dan Crownover on Industrial Printing: PRINTING United Expo Interview
October 11, 2024 at 6:14 am

Dan Crownover, president of Texas Nameplate (Lancaster, Texas) shares the company’s quest to produce the high-durability products the company specializes in, while at the same time striving to seek sustainable solutions and minimize electrical power. Further, he discusses efforts to digitize production while maintaining maximum durability.

Getting Better Color From AI Art
October 8, 2024 at 1:15 pm

As AI tools proliferate, print service providers can use them to help get better, more consistent color.

Graphco Celebrates Record Success at PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas
October 4, 2024 at 6:00 am

Graphco, a leading provider of innovative printing solutions, is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of its booth at the recently concluded PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas. The event proved to be a game-changer for Graphco as it generated significant sales and strong interest across a wide range of cutting-edge printing equipment from its world-class partners.

OEM Reps Address Whether Current Focus Meets Current Needs
September 30, 2024 at 6:00 am

Four wide-format OEM reps, representing Canon Solutions America, FUJIFILM Graphic Systems Division, Mimaki USA, and Agfa Inkjet Solutions, share their insight about whether the current focus of equipment development meets the needs of today's users.

George Gross of Infinity Images: PRINTING United Expo Interview
September 26, 2024 at 8:00 am

George Gross, CEO of Infinity Images (Portland, Oregon) discusses his company’s history, and how its move into serving the needs of high-end retail has enabled the company to access customers with higher, more specific expectations.

Ken Burns of Axis Graphic Installations: PRINTING United Expo
September 25, 2024 at 8:00 am

Ken Burns, president and CEO of Axis Graphic Installations and Captial Ink Corporation, discusses how his company branched from exclusively providing graphics installation, but recently added an additional company focused on graphics production. For Burns, this move required transparency and careful attention to not compete with current clients.

OEMs Discuss Key Factors Guiding Wide-Format Product Development
September 24, 2024 at 12:10 pm

Four different wide-format OEM reps, representing Canon Solutions America, FUJIFILM Graphic Systems Division, Mimaki USA, and Agfa Inkjet Solutions, share what they believe is guiding wide-format equipment development today.

HP Large Format Showcases Latest Innovations at PRINTING United 2024
September 18, 2024 at 2:25 pm

HP Large Format unveiled its latest innovations within the HP Latex print portfolio at the 2024 PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas. These novelties, previously presented at drupa, promise to revolutionize productivity for customers worldwide.

PRINTING United Expo Day One Kicks Off in Las Vegas
September 10, 2024 at 8:08 pm

After months of preparation and anticipation, the PRINTING United Expo—the print industry's premier event, kicked off on Tuesday morning at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

PRINTING United Alliance Announces 2024-25 Board of Directors
September 10, 2024 at 3:30 pm

PRINTING United Alliance announces its newly-appointed 2024-25 Board of Directors. The official appointment of the board takes place in conjunction with PRINTING United Expo 2024, being held in Las Vegas from September 10-12.

PRINTING United Media Day Portrays Changing Industry
September 9, 2024 at 7:39 pm

In advance of the PRINTING United Expo, which kicks off today in Las Vegas, PRINTING United Alliance hosted it first ever Media Day, to provide a greater sense of the profusion of new technologies that will be on display once the massive Expo floor opens.

Enfocus Teams Up with Fujifilm and Kongsberg PCS at PRINTING United
September 3, 2024 at 10:09 am

Enfocus has revealed it is reviving its ‘mini-me’ keepsakes for PRINTING United. The mini-mes are bespoke foam board standees that will be photographed, printed, and cut live at the show with the help of Fujifilm and Kongsberg PCS. 

Step Up to The Plate with Enfocus at PRINTING United Expo
August 22, 2024 at 12:15 pm

At PRINTING United, Enfocus is showcasing its “Field of Automation,” where visitors can slide into a winning lineup featuring its powerhouse software solutions—Switch, PitStop, Griffin, Phoenix, and Review.

Expo Bound: From New Tech to Networking
August 20, 2024 at 1:01 am

Derek Atchley share his reasons for attending PRINTING United Expo, the knowledge he hopes to gain, and what he's most looking forward to at the event.

ColorDynamics Powers Up at PRINTING United Expo
August 19, 2024 at 12:52 pm

Since ColorDyanmics has made investments in wide-format, digital, and offset in the last five years, its focus at this year's PRINING United Expo will be a little different.

Drytac Set for Product Showcase at PRINTING United Expo 2024
August 13, 2024 at 12:23 pm

Drytac will be among those exhibiting at PRINTING United Expo 2024. Based at Booth SL6089, Drytac will run a series of live demonstrations of its products, with knowledgeable and experienced staff on hand to talk attendees through its far-reaching range of solutions.

Expo Bound: Showing Up With a Plan
August 8, 2024 at 1:17 pm

I always come home from PRINTING United with ideas on how we can improve going forward, and this year I expect the same.

Expo Bound: All Work and Some Play
August 7, 2024 at 5:36 pm

"So many relationships have been built over the years at this show! Building those relationships and getting updates on what’s new is what we are here for."