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06/24/2026
A More Open Future for Digital Print Innovation
Source: Tecnau, June 2026
The digital print industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, driven by automation, workflow integration, labor challenges, sustainability initiatives, and changing customer expectations. As these pressures increase, industry leaders are recognizing that innovation is often accelerated through collaboration rather than competition alone.
GMA welcomed Tecnau as a member earlier this year and they would love to assist any of our members with their technical and operational efficiency.
Tecnau recently announced its participation in Hunkeler Innovationdays 2027, one of the printing industry's premier events dedicated to digital printing and finishing technologies. Scheduled for February 22-25, 2027, in Lucerne, Switzerland, the event is embracing a more open and inclusive approach that encourages broader participation across the industry.
According to Tecnau, print service providers are navigating a growing list of operational challenges, including labor shortages, shorter production runs, evolving application demands, sustainability requirements, and increasing pressure on margins. These realities are creating demand for smarter, more connected production environments that help companies improve efficiency and profitability.
Tecnau's participation will focus on sharing solutions that improve productivity, simplify operations, and help organizations move more efficiently from print to profit. The company also emphasized the importance of industry-wide collaboration as technology providers work together to advance the future of print and finishing.
While Hunkeler Innovationdays may be thousands of miles away, the themes being discussed are highly relevant to printers throughout North America. Automation, workforce challenges, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth continue to influence investment decisions across every segment of the graphic communications industry.
As our industry continues to evolve, events like Hunkeler Innovationdays serve as an important reminder that the future of print will be shaped not only by new technology, but also by the willingness of industry leaders to collaborate, share ideas, and collectively move the industry forward.
We encourage our members to connect with Tecnau for assistance with technical and operational efficiency. Contact your BDD for more information.
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