The global cast acrylic sheets market is projected to reach USD 7.65 billion by 2035, according to openPR.com. The report covers major suppliers including Röhm, Covestro, 3A, Trinseo, 3M, and Avery.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, supplies Calypto cast acrylic sheet and fabricated parts from its ISO 9001-certified Suzhou plant to Southeast Asia, quoting full sheets from 10 sheets and cut parts from 20 pieces per design.
Jonathan | Fabworks 🏭@jonathan_sessaPulse Score1818Trinseo, Lapo and Laprima are continuing their joint PMMA recycling initiative, as reported by Recycling Today. The collaboration focuses on recovering and reprocessing acrylic sheet material; further operational metrics and timelines were not disclosed in the source text.
Manufacturing & Process Note: Closed-loop PMMA recovery depends on consistent sorted feedstock quality and reliable collection logistics; plant managers should verify incoming acrylic scrap purity and confirm downstream reprocessing capacity before committing to recycled-content signage programs.
Mikkelsen Innovation ApS has registered FASTSEWN, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, adding a U.S. sales, engineering, and support team of six employees so far, led by COO Ranjan Singh. The site was chosen for its central location and air service through Chicago and Milwaukee airports, and for existing manufacturing and parts procurement contacts in the area. FASTSEWN is hosted at the Milwaukee facility of initial customer Olympus Group, where its StitchNCut production system will be installed for demonstrations in a live production environment.
Fujifilm Ink is strengthening its OEM development and industrial inkjet focus at its Broadstairs, Kent operation, drawing on more than 25 years of inkjet expertise to reinforce OEM UV ink technology.
Brother has issued an update on its integration progress following the acquisition of Mutoh. The announcement, reported by Printweek, provides the company's latest status on the acquisition. No specific financial figures, product changes, or timelines were disclosed in the available source text.
Eric Vessels, chief experience officer at Taktiful, told The Broadcast that embellishment can differentiate wide-format production and open higher-margin opportunities. He also discussed "The One," a print industry association committed to mental health. The episode covers the value era of embellishment, tactile advantages, and training-driven profit.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, has published a planning checklist for Indian buyers importing acrylic from China, covering IEC registration with the DGFT, customs classification (PMMA sheet usually under 3920 51, finished articles under 3926 90), and checks for anti-dumping duty or BIS orders.
The International Sign Association brought national sign companies together with suppliers and distributors at its reimagined ISA Converge last week in Nashville, Tennessee, using an intentionally limited boutique format built around structured Supplier Showcases and strategic follow-up meetings.
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The International Sign Association's reimagined ISA Converge returned last week in Nashville, Tennessee, bringing national sign companies together with leading suppliers and distributors in an intentionally limited, boutique format.
Sign Fab, Inc.@SignFabIncPulse Score1212Fujifilm Ink is strengthening its OEM development and industrial inkjet focus at its Broadstairs, Kent operation, combining ink formulation, printhead integration, application testing and commercial-scale manufacturing to help partners translate complex requirements into viable solutions.
Ultima Displays has installed a life-sized F1 racing car model built from Formulate tension fabric materials at its Corby showroom, after the replica received a Highly Commended prize at the Print Industry Awards 2026. The model, first shown at The Print Show 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham, integrates a race simulator with seat, steering wheel, and pedals. Trade partners can book showroom visits to view the display and Ultima's wider range of display innovations.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, has published a sourcing guide for EU buyers of Chinese acrylic, advising them to specify cast PMMA to DIN EN ISO 7823-1 rather than by trade name.
Industry suppliers General Formulations, Lintec of America, and Natura Media USA outlined trade-offs between digitally printed white gradients on clear media and pre-made gradient films for glass applications.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, has published a process guide comparing cold bending, line bending and thermoforming for acrylic sheet, detailing the causes of cracks and crazing and the prevention methods.
Manufacturing & Process Note: Cold bending leaves residual stress that can cause crazing at fixings or when solvents contact the bend; annealing after forming is essential to relieve stress before bonding or cleaning. Line bending requires full-thickness heating to avoid cracking, and edge finishing before bending prevents crack initiation at notches.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, supplies Calypto cast acrylic sheet and fabricated parts from its ISO 9001-certified Suzhou plant to Australian buyers, offering FOB, CIF or DDP quotes with replies within 12 hours.
FESPA will hold the eleventh Southern European Congress on November 11th and 12th at the HF Ipanema hotel in Porto, organised by its member associations from France, Italy, Spain, Portugal (APIGRAF), and Greece. The two-day programme covers AI in printing and packaging, large-format finishing automation and sustainability, and innovation best practices, closing with visits to three print, graphic arts, and textile companies. Registration is open through the APIGRAF website.
Kongsberg and Parksons Packaging are celebrating a 25-year digital cutting partnership. The milestone highlights the long-running collaboration between the cutting systems supplier and the packaging converter, as reported by Emballage Digest.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, has published sourcing guidance for Canadian buyers of Calypto cast acrylic sheet and fabricated parts from its ISO 9001-certified Suzhou plant, which casts 135 tonnes per month in 1–30 mm.
Craftsmen Industries, Inc.@craftsmenindustPulse Score1212Wide-Format Weekly featured a two-part interview with Design to Print covering its business structure and future plans. The episode also covered how AI search optimization improves print shop SEO and buyer visibility, and discussed empowering women in print with Corrie Lo.
Sign Fab, Inc.@SignFabIncPulse Score1212FESPA's Southern European Congress returns to Porto on 11–12 November at HF Ipanema Porto, bringing speciality print leaders from five Southern European countries together for its eleventh edition.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, supplies Calypto cast acrylic sheet and fabricated parts from one ISO 9001-certified plant in Suzhou, China, casting 135 tonnes per month in 1–30 mm thicknesses.
FESPA will hold its Southern European Congress 2026 in Porto, with the event centered on AI and sustainability. The congress is organized by FESPA, the signage and textile print industry association.
Lectra reported a structural improvement in profitability for the first nine months of 2026, according to The Manila Times. The company did not disclose specific financial figures, capacities, or equipment specifications in the available source text.
Lectra (LSS.PA) held its Q3 FY2026 earnings call, as detailed in a transcript published by Yahoo Finance. The source provides no further financial figures, technical metrics, or operational details from the call.
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Meteor Inkjet announced that its PDC-2K600EX printhead drive electronics will support Kyocera's new KJ4A-EX600RC-HX recirculating printhead upon its release, expected in November.
FESPA examines on-demand production, DTF and customisation as the future direction of merchandise printing. The article frames these three factors as the focus areas shaping how merchandise printing evolves. No specific equipment specifications, material grades or financial figures are stated in the source text.
Woking-based start-up Only Boards has invested in a full lineup of print and finishing equipment from CMYUK, including Mimaki JFX 200-2513 EX UV LED flatbed printer, Mimaki UCJV330-160 roll-to-roll printer and cutter, Mimaki CG-160FXII Plus cutting plotter, Neolt laminator, and JWEI JCUT Pro1625 digital cutting table.
AcrylicFabWorks, the acrylic division of SinoPlastix, has published a US sourcing guide for acrylic sheet and fabricated parts from its ISO 9001-certified Suzhou plant, which casts sheet at 135 tonnes a month in 1–30 mm. The guide maps inch callouts to metric supply sizes, such as 1/4 in to 6 mm, and cites ASTM D4802 for PMMA sheet, HTS heading 3920.51 and Section 301 tariffs. Full sheets are quoted from 10 sheets and parts from 20 pieces per design, with samples in 48 hours and production 7 days from drawing approval.
