Picture Gallery: Print finds inspiration at Media Expo
The 36th edition of Media Expo from 16-18 January was the first in Mumbai since Messe Frankfurt acquired Media Expo from New Delhi-based Media Exposition & Events (MEX)
(l-r) Umesh Kagde and Shrihari Rao from the Esko team. The Kongsberg XN series recorded a sale to Bengaluru's Wadpack. The digital sign cutting machine boasts of versatility across vinyls, boards, wood and acrylic surfaces
In addition to the XN series, Esko had showcased its design-to-print-to-cut workflow, i-Cut Suite and Artios CAD, the structural design application
The grand launch: Colorjet launched Softjet Grand, which comes with a printing width of 3.2 metres and print head ensures aqueous non-polluting print technology
Eco-friendly: TechNova's NovaSign brand of eco-solvent, UV and latex media
Fujifilm has a new team in place for its graphic arts segment, spearheaded by S M Ramprasad. On display at the show was the Acuity
Made in India: Maxx showcased a wide range of media at the show. The wall print media - Wall Graffiti - according to the company is a popular among brands for campaigns in the outskirts. The media is self adhesive and takes the shape of the surface
KMI Business Technologies had brought to the show Konica Minolta's Bizhub Press C1060
The LX 1325 engraver from Mehta Cad Cam's stable facilitates a size of 4x8ft
Monotech Systems marked its presence with a nine sq/ft stall and digital solution
Epson's SureColor produces signage at print speeds up to 980 sq/ft per hour utilising the dual microPiezo TFP print heads. The production engine boasts of an optional new white ink technology
On display at the show were print's interior decoration capability plus a range of textile work with dye-sublimation
The Apsom stall was buzzing with activity with the Roland Soljet Pro 4 XF-640, VersaCam, Versa UV LEF 20, and ​Tex Art​ on display
Lots of deals and hot leads were firmed up at the show
Small printers were showcased alongside international wide-format brands
The focus on textiles was the highlight of the Media Expo
Although the show was small; the aisles were busy and the exhibitors were excited
Raj Manek, executive director and board member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holding said, "We feel the industry is primed for future growth, and we are excited about the opportunity to help Indian companies gain access to our global network of stakeholders, and assist our existing global partners to do business in India.”
Picture Gallery: Print finds inspiration at Media Expo
Picture Gallery: Print finds inspiration at Media Expo
The Media Expo show from 16-18 January in Mumbai had 95 exhibitors who showcased the clout of wide-format digital, screen and textile print. In addition to products launches, top firms from Apsom to Epson and Global 5 to Fuji rediscovered their mojo. A Tanvi Parekh special looks at samples of print's interior decoration capability plus a range of textile work with dye-sublimation.