Receive our weekly Newsletterand set tailored daily news alerts Company was the first to bring pigment printing to Italian fashion houses and sees it as key to expansion Clothing/​Footwear a Como-based supplier to high-end Italian fashion houses is installing a Kornit Presto S digital printing machine for rapid involving multiple fabric types in any quantity Print-on-demand business models and pigment-based production are both effective means of reducing water use and empowering fashion brands to align with international sustainability imperatives Creazioni Digitali was the first to bring pigment printing to Italian fashion houses and it is the key to the company’s expansion and industrial plans for 2021 to 2025 pigment-based printing offers a wealth of possibilities for high fashion and selected the Kornit Presto S based on its ability to deliver brilliant high-quality imagery using the broadest colour gamut without the need for pre- and post-treatments,” says Roberto Lucini “We intend to grow our business as brands see what this technology can do with the old calculations of quality versus responsible production practices giving way to a new landscape in which you can truly have both This installation is one of more to come.” “Creazioni Digitali is a recognized leader and innovator in Como arguably the epicentre of the modern fashion world,” adds Chris Govier “They’ve established that sustainable durable pigment impressions provide a genuine path forward for that most demanding of retail markets and Kornit is proud to be their technology provider on the new frontier the products they’ll be empowered to offer will look outstanding while buyers can rest assured they meet the highest possible standards for safety and sustainability.” Coloreel signs distributor in the Netherlands Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information 2016 at 11:40 AM EDTUpdated on September 20 2016 at 12:55 PM EDTBookmarkSaveLock This article is for subscribers only.Marmon Holdings Inc. a unit at Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. bought pasta-equipment maker Dominioni Punto & Pasta Srl Dominioni, a family-run business founded in 1968, provides products for restaurants, caterers and manufacturers and will remain based in Lurate Caccivio and managed by Fabrizio Dominioni, according to a statementBloomberg Terminal Tuesday from the buyer a leading Italian manufacturer of advanced products for individual printing processes will exhibit for the second time at SGIA Expo Clothing/​Footwear, Interiors, Sports/​Outdoor a leading Italian developer and manufacturer of technologically advanced products for individual printing processes After one-year spending in development of new features for the LaForte printers Aleph presents two models at the US show: LaForte 200 Fabric a wide format 190 cm direct to fabric with textile pigment inks a super-wide format 340cm with sublimation inks Both industrial large format printing machines developed in Como are taking the benefits of latest innovation and testing carried out at the new Aleph research centre The aim of this research centre is to deliver new solutions to the market that can satisfy the customer’s needs with sustainable production “Super-wide sublimation paper printer is responding to the market trends that is stepping back from direct to fabric in the soft signage industry Possibility to use wider range of fabrics and the sharp quality to print on paper are the market indicators,” the company says “Direct to fabric with textile pigment inks is also what the market is looking for; easiest solution and environmentally harmless for an ecologic future.” SGIA 2018 is also the occasion to promote the new naming of the LaForte series which has been introduced to simplify the line-up classification refer to the incremental line of heads and productivity the heart of the Italian textiles manufacturing industry Aleph is now a company with a solid know-how in the construction of printing machines and in the development of supporting software From large format textile printers to drying systems Aleph develops and manufactures technologically advanced products for each individual printing process and offers reliable after-sales technical support services Aleph is continuously increasing its business around the world and North America became a very important market A dedicated sales force and service network aim to guarantee customers a great service and maintain Aleph’s quality at the top www.alephteam.com Heimtextil expands area for printers and processing machines Mimaki develops hybrid printer for flexible textile printing manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production solutions a pioneer in sustainable digital solutions for textiles and interior and exterior decorations Durst Group further enhances its position in water-based and sustainable printing technologies the acquisition also serves as a bridge to Como the center for textile design and high-quality applications Established in 2000 in Lurate Caccivio (Como) Aleph has transitioned from a software house and distributor of textile consumables to an independent manufacturer of innovative machines for digital water-based printing Wise Equity entered Aleph’s capital with the Wisequity IV fund alongside the three historical entrepreneurs Alessandro Manes to support the progressive internationalization journey with the goal of positioning itself in special applications in both the textile industry and adjacent sectors such as billboard printing the company generates over 60% of its revenue abroad in more than 20 countries “We are delighted to welcome Aleph into the Durst family,” said Christoph Gamper and their creative solutions for water-based poster printing align perfectly with our vision of pushing the boundaries of digital printing technology and enhance value for our global customers.” markets for digital printing technologies with water-based ink applications have experienced rapid growth driven by increasing demand for environmentally friendly and customizable products not only high-performance printing systems with eco-friendly ink systems are necessary but also extensive process knowledge and integrated software solutions which both companies aim to combine optimally through this merger “Collaborating with Durst Group marks an exciting new chapter for Aleph,” said Alessandro Manes “Our shared passion for technological innovation and the commitment to true sustainability define this collaboration we have the opportunity to make significant advancements in the digital textiles “We are very proud to have accompanied Aleph during these years of transformation from a distributor to a machinery manufacturer,” says Valentina Franceschini “Today among the leaders in sustainable innovation Aleph has achieved significant goals in terms of organization and we are confident that Durst represents the ideal partner to continue the growth journey.” The strategic acquisition aims to leverage synergies between the two companies by combining Durst Group’s global presence and extensive procurement network with Aleph’s expertise in sustainable digital solutions – both machines and software – for textiles and decoration This seamlessly aligns with Durst Group’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and meet the evolving needs of its customers across various industries Both Durst Group and Aleph are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for their customers and employees during the integration process