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If you are looking for the best source of information, inspiration, and advice on how to run a successful in-plant that delivers value to your organization, you have come to the right place. Subscribe to our newsletter today: https://bit.ly/3werQS1

In-plant Impressions has been serving the in-plant industry since 1951, bringing you the latest news, trends, and

best practices in the in-plant industry. You will gain access to comprehensive coverage of all aspects of in-plant production, from prepress, printing, bindery, and mailing, to new technologies and innovations. You will also enjoy inspiring stories of in-plant managers who have overcome challenges, improved productivity, and stayed competitive in a changing market. In-plant Impressions is part of Printing United Alliance, a leading trade association built by printers, for printers. It serves the printing, packaging, publishing, marketing, retail, non-profit, and promotional products industries. Don’t miss this opportunity to join our community of in-plant professionals and subscribe to our magazine and newsletter. Subscribe today and take your in-plant to the next level. Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3werQS1

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09/24/2025

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AI is transforming the printing industry faster than ever. Stay ahead with Printing AI's newsletter—your essential guide to the latest AI tools, insights, and strategies for print professionals.

🚀 New Report Alert! “Optimize to Monetize: Rethinking Print Production for Revenue Growth” is now available free. Sponso...
09/23/2025

🚀 New Report Alert! “Optimize to Monetize: Rethinking Print Production for Revenue Growth” is now available free. Sponsored by Xerox, this report explores how in-plants are transforming inefficiencies into profit through smarter workflows, specialty enhancements, and customer-focused innovation.

Download your copy today: https://bit.ly/4nOJb9G

We ranked the exhibitors with the largest booths at PRINTING United Expo and analyzed their offerings to reveal the tren...
09/22/2025

We ranked the exhibitors with the largest booths at PRINTING United Expo and analyzed their offerings to reveal the trends driving today’s printing industry.

From inkjet advancements to automation and apparel printing, these major players highlight where the industry is headed.

đź”— Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3VYA3TS

There's so much to learn about how can benefit your print business. from can help.
09/22/2025

There's so much to learn about how can benefit your print business. from can help.

This course helps printing professionals across all segments—commercial, packaging, apparel, wide-format, and more—explore how AI, especially tools like ChatGPT, can improve daily productivity in realistic, low-risk ways. This isn’t a generic intro to AI—this is AI for your world, built on r...

Thinking about adding production inkjet to your operation?Join us on September 24 at 2 PM ET for a free webinar, Product...
09/15/2025

Thinking about adding production inkjet to your operation?

Join us on September 24 at 2 PM ET for a free webinar, Production Inkjet: Is Now the Time?

Industry experts Andy Paparozzi, Marco Boer, and Bob Neubauer will share insights on:
➡ Key decision factors for inkjet adoption
➡ What to ask when evaluating systems
➡ How to ensure success after installation
➡ Other available and upcoming alternatives

Register here: https://bit.ly/3K2miAY

Make the most of your Expo experience. Join in-plant pros for two Ricoh-sponsored events hosted by IPMA on Thursday, O...
09/10/2025

Make the most of your Expo experience. Join in-plant pros for two Ricoh-sponsored events hosted by IPMA on Thursday, October 23 in room N310F. Free but limited to 50 participants—register soon.

Breakfast Buffet (7:30–9 am): Bring your challenges and collaborate with peers.

Happy Hour (5–7 pm): Network and unwind with fellow in-plants.

Visit the IPMA booth ( #5507) all day and claim your free Expo pass with code 929281. Connect, recharge, and make your Expo work smarter for you.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/47D0Kok

Learn how can help in-plants achieve consistent, reliable color across every device
09/05/2025

Learn how can help in-plants achieve consistent, reliable color across every device

An advancement over the original G7 specification, designed for offset, G7+ raises the bar, helping print providers achieve consistent, precise results on any device.

This will be like a mini , with IJS chair Marco Boer offering his insights about what factors print providers need ...
09/04/2025

This will be like a mini , with IJS chair Marco Boer offering his insights about what factors print providers need to consider before moving into inkjet and Andy Paparozzi examining industry trends impacting inkjet. Don't miss it!

This webinar will cover factors to consider in determining whether production inkjet is the right solution for your operation.

Cherry Creek Schools’ in-plant just solved some big production pain points.By adding a slitter/cutter/creaser, the shop ...
09/03/2025

Cherry Creek Schools’ in-plant just solved some big production pain points.
By adding a slitter/cutter/creaser, the shop cut setup times from 30 minutes to just a couple and boosted productivity by 50%.

👉 Check out this article in to see how this new technology is transforming the in-plant's workflow

In the past, printing perforated tickets for the Cherry Creek School District was a big to-do. Now, with the addition of a Duplo DC-618 slitter/cutter/creaser, that’s no longer the case.

Chad Simpson has been a regular at the past few years. Find out why he sees the show as a never-miss event for in-plan...
09/02/2025

Chad Simpson has been a regular at the past few years. Find out why he sees the show as a never-miss event for in-plants.

Chad Simpson of East Baton Rouge Parish School System’s in-plant reveals why he plans to return to PRINTING United Expo and what new equipment he’ll be checking out at the show.

đź“Ł Hot off the press: The 42nd annual Printing Impressions 300 ranking is here!We're excited to share the latest PI 300 l...
08/28/2025

đź“Ł Hot off the press: The 42nd annual Printing Impressions 300 ranking is here!

We're excited to share the latest PI 300 list of the largest commercial printers in North America, now published earlier in the year for more timely data.

Whether you're benchmarking your in-plant operations or watching industry trends, this list offers essential insights into scale, growth and market shifts, including new specialty categories and newcomers.

Take a look, compare, and see how your shop stacks up: https://bit.ly/4lLC1Bp

Unlock Your In-Plant's Potential with the Summer 2025 KPI ReportThe latest In-Plant Printing KPI Report Summer 2025 is h...
08/25/2025

Unlock Your In-Plant's Potential with the Summer 2025 KPI Report

The latest In-Plant Printing KPI Report Summer 2025 is here, packed with critical insights into performance benchmarks, operational trends, and industry best practices tailored for in-plant professionals.

Whether you're looking to boost productivity, refine workflows, or align metrics with industry standards, this report is your go-to resource.

đź“Ą Download it now at the link in the comments to access exclusive data and empower your in-plant to thrive.

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For 65 years In-plant Impressions has been serving the in-plant industry. IPI is the only graphic arts magazine in the world written specifically for in-plants. Based in Philadelphia, IPI has been published since 1951 and focuses on helping in-plant managers increase productivity and stay competitive. Articles cover successful in-plants, new graphic arts technologies and other prepress, printing, bindery and mailing issues.