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The article looks at the transformation of the Hong Kong/China print manufacturing industry into the world's print manufacturing hub. Neil Palfreyman of Thames & Hudson points out that technological advances have led to greater consistency in the printed result. Derek Hill of the British and Foreign Bible Society describes how prepress technology changed the industry. Pop-up creator and designer David Carter cites the three major changes in the pop-up segment.

The article explores the advantages and disadvantages of different alternative printing inks. Naturally low in volatile organic compounds, soy and other vegetable-based inks have a clearer base that produces more vibrant colors and less ink build-up on the printing plate, which eases de-inking. Unfortunately, these inks, containing less solvent, take longer to dry on press. Usable on various substrates, the more versatile ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) curable inks contain less solvent and provide excellent adhesion and gloss.

The article considers the possible increase in the number of print projects in Hong Kong, China in 2008. The fact remains that it is still cheaper to manufacture in Hong Kong/China. The unequivocal belief is that new presses with state-of-the-art technology deliver much higher efficiency and quality, and, in the longer run, are more cost-effective than running and refurbishing old metals. For this reason, the contingent of Hong Kong/China suppliers visiting print equipment fairs is always one of the fastest to implement a new technology.

The article explores how print suppliers in Hong Kong and China are responding to changes and challenges posed by market and geopolitical events. Topics covered include the impact of the devaluation of the British pound caused by the Brexit on the print suppliers that service British publishers, the effect of the overcapacity in the U.S. and China and adopting digital printing technology.

The article reports on the approach taken by Hong Kong/China print manufacturers to increasing productivity. It is noted that such manufacturers substituted success with higher efficiencies given the frenetic activities that are going on at every production facility. Such an approach involves the deployment of automated systems and the installation of new technologies. On-screen proofing is widely used, except for the high-end illustrated book segment. Information is also presented on several print suppliers.

This article provides information on printing company KBA North America. The company is known for its designs of printing machines. The article cites the reputation established by the company in the printing press industry. It reports on a diverse equipment strategy employed by the company. It offers information on the financial performance of KBA North America.

This article provides information on digital printing equipment supplier Creo Inc. It focuses on the reputation established by the company in the industry. Creo is the founder of the industry initiative called Networked Graphic Production. The company offers its Squarespot technology for stochastic screening. The article offers information on the financial performance of the company in the 2003 fiscal year.