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DMIA’s annual Print Solutions conference and exposition will be held Oct. 3-5 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill. The conference will provide three days of educational sessions, including a presentation by this year’s keynote speaker, Newt Gingrich, former Speaker of the House and co-author of “Contract with America.” Join Gingrich as he analyzes the current political climate in Washington, DC, and educates attendees on effective leadership. This year’s conference will feature equipment demonstrations, offering distributors better insight into how various applications are produced. In addition, exchange centers will be located on the show floor with more than 34 hours of

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AS THE FOURTH QUARTER quickly approaches, manufacturers and distributors prepare for what is unquestionably the busiest time of year. Similar to retail, most companies dealing in promotional products will make their biggest sales push between September and December. New product lines, holiday bonuses and vacation time are among the numerous reasons this season holds so much weight. In an industry that enables end-users to reward customers with complimentary products, it makes sense to take advantage of the traditional gift-giving time of year. Unfortunately, manufacturers of promotional items are forced to compete with more than each other during the holiday season. From the day the Halloween

Distributors can profit from end-user mailing and product identification needs. What's not to love about laser labels? The adhesive-oozing, printer-jamming and label-curling snafus have, essentially, been eliminated, the technology is more affordable than ever, and customers find them indispensable products for a variety of home and office uses. Although emerging technologies can wreak havoc on some traditional product lines, for the foreseeable future, suppliers such as Continental Datalabel, Elgin, Ill., and North Mankato, Minnesota-based Label Works expect laser labels to hold their own. "They are definitely a valuable product line for us," noted Katherine Bjorndahl, marketing coordinator for Label Works. "Sales remain steady,

In the battle against moisture and wear-and-tear, lamination clearly serves and protects. By Maggie DeWitt Application is the alpha and the omega of any label sale. From the top ply to the adhesive, where and how a product will be utilized determines the solution. So when your customers mention "outdoor" and "excessive handling," think laminated. Laminating film is designed to seal and protect printing ink from damage and increase its longevity. It's also used to make paper label stock weather-resistant and weather-resistant stock—such as vinyl and polyester—even more durable. Bill Bohning, president of Label Works, Mankato, Minn., explained that laminated labels typically contain static information. "Laminating film is

The demand for unique labels is leading the way to higher profits By Carol A. Katarsky Presentation is important, especially in business. Custom labels can enhance the image of items on which they are placed. The value of adding an attractive, eye-catching custom label--or one designed to meet a specific set of requirements--can't be underestimated. Custom labels are the largest product line at Woodinville, Wash.-based Labels West, mostly sold for retail packaging, according to John Shanley, president. He noted that as the quality of four-color flexo has improved, it has become easier to increase the attractiveness of previously humble labels. Bill Bohning, president of North Mankato, Minn.-based Label Works,