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CET Color: Elevating the Print Industry Discover how CET Color is reshaping the wide-format printing landscape across North America. In this feature, Jennifer Dupriest shares insights into the company’s customer-first philosophy, its drive for innovation, and how CET continues to deliver powerful, high-performance printing solutions tailored to the evolving needs of its diverse client base. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHJuwMY3 #PrintingIndustry #CustomerExperience #Innovation #WideFormatPrinting #CETColor #Leadership

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Reason number five to use embellishments on print work. 5. Personalization Capabilities Variable data printing combined with embellishment creates powerful personalized experiences. Imagine sending 500 thank-you notes with each recipient's name in shimmering foil, or customer appreciation materials with personalized embellished elements.

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The latest PIPI Report is out, 'Beyond the Press'. Some interesting new findings from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) on the prevalence and performance of complementary services offered by U.S. print companies. Thanks to Dr. Ralph Williams and his team for another insightful edition of Printing Industry Performance & Insights! This report is free to all The Printing Industry of the Carolinas (PICA) members.

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When print vendor decisions are based only on cost, brand consistency quietly erodes. Color shifts. Material quality drops. Errors go unchecked. And over time, perception changes. The real question isn’t “What’s the cheapest option?” It’s “What protects the brand while optimizing spend?” If your print partner isn’t explaining what impacts consistency, you’re likely paying more than you realize. Watch the full video for the print perspective every brand team should know. #BrandConsistency #PrintMatters #BrandPerception #MarketingStrategy #BrandManagers #Procurement #PackagingDesign #ColorAccuracy #PremiumBrands #BrandProtection

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Numerous companies are reporting that prices will be increasing toward the end of this year. As a result, the cost of many everyday staples will be going up, impacting household budgets across the board. Now is a good time to communicate a product’s value to potential customers through in-store marketing tactics. PrintFlex has created many such materials for customers, including extended labels, shelf talkers, inserts and more. https://on.wsj.com/4gIbEvr #PrintFlex #HigherPrices #InStoreMarketing

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When it comes to highly complex print projects, choosing the right partner can make all the difference. I believe there are three key things to consider when selecting a vendor: expertise, technology, and reliability. You need a team that understands intricate details, equipment that can deliver with precision, and a partner you can trust to meet deadlines without compromise. That’s exactly where we excel. From specialty finishes to multi-component packaging, we thrive on complexity and turn challenges into standout results. When the stakes are high, make sure your print vendor checks all three boxes.

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New technologies in Pressure Sensitive Labels to meet Sustainability Goals. "A new generation of pressure sensitive labels has a novel “clean-release” functionality that allows superior and clean separation of the label and inks during the recycling process. This method ensures higher quality recycled materials, which in the case of rigid plastics, like PET and HDPE, allows the upcycling of the reused plastic for the production of new bottles, reducing the need for virgin materials and increasing brands packaging circularity." #digitallabels #digitalpackaging #digitalprinting #sustainability https://lnkd.in/giB-A2QH

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📈 If you’re sourcing thermoformed PET packaging, you’ve probably noticed the same thing we have - prices are climbing fast. While PET costs continue to rise, paper-based packaging has remained remarkably stable - both in cost and supply. That stability matters. It means more predictable margins, fewer surprises, and a smoother path forward for teams managing complex supply chains. Add to that the ability to bake, freeze, reheat, and merchandise all in the same tray - and paper starts to look like more than an alternative… it’s an upgrade. #Packaging #FoodService #QSR #Retail #Sustainability #Innovation SOLUT!

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Another packaging myth to bust 👇 "FDA Approved Packaging" That phrase sounds official. It also does not mean what people think it means. The FDA does not approve packaging plants. It does not approve packaging SKUs. It does not tour your supplier’s factory and give a thumbs-up. What actually exists are food contact substance regulations and letters tied to specific materials and use conditions. Everything else is paperwork, interpretation, and trust. So when someone says “FDA approved,” the real question is not about the FDA. It is whether you trust the supplier and whether you have ever stood on their floor and watched how they operate 👀 #Packaging

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