Harper awarded Bellissima DMS accreditation

 International prepress software company ‘Hamillroad Software’ announced that Harper Corporation of America has achieved accreditation of their leading anilox products for use with Bellissima Digitally Modulated Screening (DMS). The Bellissima DMS accreditation process took place over many weeks at the prestigious Clemson University in South Carolina. 

Printers and converters worldwide can benefit from this accreditation by combining Harper’s anilox with Bellissima to see improvements in workflow and quality.

Andy Cave, CEO of Hamillroad, said: “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Harper – Harper is an innovator in the production of anilox rollers globally and our drive to improve efficiency and quality are matched. We are delighted to partner with Harper to promote Harper aniloxes with Bellissima to their North American and worldwide customer base.”

The Bellissima accreditation is a three-phase guided process using a wide range of screen and surface pattern testing, culminating in a ‘customer quality test’ to ensure samples meet the required commercial standards. The process is rigorous and requires technical expertise and commitment from each partner. Only Bellissima qualified plates can be used, and the comprehensive test includes a range of anilox and press combinations with Bellissima, using a variety of substrates on both narrow web and wide web presses. 

Juan Bermúdez, Harper’s Executive Vice President of Sales & Technical Services added: "As a company, we’re delighted that Harper’s advanced anilox surface technology is able to achieve the full Bellissima accreditation under the guidance of Hamillroad’s highly experienced technical team. Quality of image is at the center of everything we do, and we are excited to see our customers benefit from this newly announced partnership with Hamillroad on Bellissima DMS.”

The outcome sees the combined efforts of two innovative products in the marketplace achieve synergy to unlock the path to high-fidelity ECG (Expanded Color Gamut) printing, allowing printers to benefit from increased productivity and reduced costs. Hamillroad is working with other partners across the sector to certify their products for use with Bellissima DMS.

To find out more about how Bellissima DMS can help your business drive efficiencies, visit: www.hamillroad.com/the-bellissima-network/. Or email: info@hamillroad.com

For more information on the Harper anilox product range visit: https://www.harperimage.com/

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Harper Corporation of America Now Servicing Asia from the United States

Charlotte, North Carolina, October 16, 2017—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America approaches a new direction as Harper commits to maintain its promise to offer the best quality products, technology, and outstanding customer service and support. Therefore, it is with our deepest regret to announce that Harper Corporation of America will no longer have a licensee in Thailand.

The company has made the decision to end its relationship with Harper Asia/Pacific Company, Ltd. by not renewing the licensee agreement going forward.  Harper Corporation of America will now process all orders from Asia directly from its corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company ensures that the recent change in manufacturing locations will not interfere with the quality of service that customers from Asia receive. Harper is confident that it can best serve its customers, agents, distributors, and industry from the Charlotte location.

Harper Corporation of America values its relationships with its agents and distributors and looks forward to continuing these relationships moving forward. The company is dedicated to continuing to provide leading innovation and support within the flexographic industry.

As a worldwide company, Harper Corporation has two manufacturing plants in North America – Charlotte, North Carolina and DePere, Wisconsin – which serve Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. For sales inquiries, please contact Alan Rogers, Vice President of Sales, at arogers@harperimage.com. For technical inquiries, please contact Sean Teufler, Technical Director, at steufler@harperimage.com.

For more information, please contact Jazmin Siancas at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jsiancas@harperimage.com. 

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Harper Corporation of America to Present at 2019 GAA Global Summit

 

Charlotte, North Carolina, February 18, 2019—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is excited to announce its participation at the upcoming Gravure Association of the Americas (GAA) Global Summit. This three-day event offers engaging presentations and panel discussions as well as a marketplace for demonstrations and networking. It brings together printing professionals and companies from around the world to explore the latest trends and advancements in the industry.

The theme for this year’s GAA Global Summit is “Gravure: Leading Today. Transforming Tomorrow.” Leveraging their industry experience, Bill Poulson, Senior Technical Representative at Harper Corporation of America, will moderate the Diversity in Gravure Leadership session on March 5, and Tony Donato, Product Development Engineer at Harper, will moderate the Implementation of Capital Improvements session later that day.

In addition, representatives from Harper Corporation of America will be on hand in the Global Marketplace to speak with attendees and answer any questions regarding the company’s advanced technology, products, and equipment.

Harper is proud to participate in this industry event and have the opportunity to lead forward-thinking discussions. The 2019 GAA Global Summit will be held March 4-6 at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach in Clearwater, Florida.

For more information, please contact Jazmin Siancas at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jsiancas@harperimage.com. 

  

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HGS Welcomes New Southeast Technical Graphics Advisor

Charlotte, N.C., March 20, 2008 – Harper GraphicSolutionsâ„¢, the technical service division of global anilox supplier Harper Corporation of America, is pleased to announce the addition of Paul Teachout to its team as Southeast Technical Graphics Advisor.

Teachout joins the group that implements Harper’s lasting service commitment to its customers. He will consult on technical solutions, as well as on maximizing operations efficiency. Companies will benefit from his experience in both the wide and narrow web industries.

“It is an honor to be working with the Harper GraphicSolutions technical team. From the WalkingSeminarâ„¢ program to on-going and in-depth technical training, I have always felt that there is no company with more advanced offerings, and I am excited to be another resource for Harper’s customers,” said Teachout.

“Paul is yet another example of our efforts to maintain a technical service team that is second to none. His experience, personality, and commitment to excellence are wonderful complements to the Harper team. We could not be happier to welcome him into our family,” said Alexander James, Technical Graphics Manager, Eastern Division of Harper GraphicSolutions.

For further information, please contact Jazmin Kluttz at 704-588-3371 or jkluttz@harperimage.com.

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North Little Rock Hosting First of Six Stops on Harper Flexographic Solutions Tour

Charlotte, NC, March 16, 2010– The first of this year’s six Harper Flexographic Solutions seminars is scheduled April 8 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 4100 Glover Lane in North Little Rock, AR. The seminars are organized by Harper GraphicSolutions™, the technical service division of global anilox supplier Harper Corporation of America.

 At the free seminars, Harper GraphicSolutions team members, assisted by co-suppliers and other industry experts, review new technologies and cover a variety of troubleshooting steps for pre-press and print room challenges. Other topics: optimizing flexo production, rotary die selection and operation, paper and film ink handling, plate mounting and substrate issues.

The day-long sessions are popular with print managers and supervisors, operators, pre-press managers, graphic designers, ink, plate and pre-press suppliers as well as general managers and purchasing staffers. This year’s tour includes a stop in Los Angeles. The tour after North Little Rock includes:

Thursday April 22

Atlanta Airport Marriott

4711 Best Road

Atlanta, GA, 30337

 

Wednesday June 9

Los Angeles, CA
Venue details available soon  

 

Thursday July 29
 

Holiday Inn & Suites

150 S. Gary Avenue

Carol Stream, IL 60188

 

Thursday August 5

The Blackwell

2110 Tuttle Park Place

Columbus, OH 43210

 

Wednesday October 6
 

Crowne Plaza Hotel

110 Davidson Avenue

Somerset, NJ 08873

 

Due to limited seating early registration is suggested.  To register, please contact Jazmin Kluttz at jkluttz@harperimage.com

 

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Inaugural 2011 Harper Roadshow Welcomes Big Turnout To Mark Andy

Charlotte, NC, March 16, 2011– Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation launched its 2011 Roadshow series before an audience of 79 on March 3 at the Mark Andy Inc. complex in Chesterfield, MO, outside St. Louis.

The roadshow generated many positive reviews from attendees. One described it as very informative and educational. Said another: “Very helpful … wish I could have brought the entire press floor with me.” In fact, companies may send many people to the free seminars but seating is limited. Advanced reservations are encouraged.

“Partnering with Harper to host this type of event and tackle the needs of short run printing was a great success,” said Steve Schulte, National Sales Director for Mark Andy. “It was the right place to educate and physically demonstrate how to achieve extremely fast set-ups and changeovers using the latest in-line flexo technology.” 

The Performance Series platform’s redefined work flow and low waste, Schulte pointed out, gives converters the right tools to maintain profitability without investing in completely new work flows such as digital. “The event was a real win-win for Harper, Mark Andy and especially the converters,” he said.

The roadshow featured technical presentations by experts from Harper, Mark Andy and other printing industry leaders. Mark Andy, a respected narrow web printing equipment maker, treated attendees to an hour and a half live press demonstration during the seminar. 

First of eight seminars this year, the Chesterfield event focused on techniques printers can use to improve their production efficiency and realize the short run benefits flexo printing offers that other printing approaches cannot.  

Presentations addressed use of anilox rolls, inks, blades, dies/cylinders, mounting tape and plates. The seminars are organized to appeal to a broad audience, including print managers and supervisors, graphic designers, pre-press managers, ink, plate and pre-press suppliers, press operators, purchasing staff and general managers.

Because seating at the Harper Roadshow is limited, early registration is suggested. For more about upcoming roadshows, contact Jazmin Kluttz at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292; fax 704-688-0797; email jkluttz@harperimage.com.

     

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Harper Corporation and Canflexographics Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership

For almost 38 Years, Canflexographics has been at the forefront of innovation, education, and strategic partnerships, playing a pivotal role in advancing flexographic printing in Canada. Their commitment to excellence and continuous pursuit of innovation have made them an integral part of the industry's growth and success.

In 1993, a transformative relationship began between Mr. Dave Horsman and Mr. Ron Harper. This partnership laid the foundation for Canflexographics' commitment to quality and reliability, setting the stage for the remarkable 30-year celebration we mark today.

 

Kelly Roberts, Canflexo’s President,  joined Canflexographics in 2001, and reflected on his initial introduction and  enduring relationship with Mr. and Mrs. Harper,“Beyond business, the Harpers were keen on understanding the personal aspects of their associates, forging relationships that go beyond the corporate realm. This personal touch has been a hallmark of the Harper name, aligning seamlessly with Canflexographics' values.”

 

Before delving into sales, that initial  conversation between Kelly Roberts and Mr. Harper centered around education and the industry's needs in 2001. The Harper name has long been synonymous with education, and Kelly's collaboration and work with  Clemson University, Toronto Metropolitan University, the Canadian Flexographic Training Committee and the Canadian Print Scholarships Fund demonstrates the shared commitment to advancing education in flexography.

 

Flexographic printing, once the youngest of all printing processes, underwent significant changes, making it competitive in the evolving printing landscape. Despite the rise of digital printing, Canflexographics believes in the enduring strength of flexography, with consistent anilox rolls being a key attribute. Harper Corporation's expertise in matching anilox roll line screens and volumes has been a driving force in this regard.

 

Canflexographics acknowledges Harper Corporation's role in their success story, considering Harper as more than a supplier but a partner in growth. The enduring relationship has been characterized by mutual learning, support, and shared growth, making Harper one of Canflexographics' longest and  valued partnerships.

As  Kelly, Pascal Ross – Sales Manager and Christine Roberts – Vice President, look back on 30 years of achievements, the celebration with Harper is not just a reflection of their success but a testament to the enduring partnerships, shared values, and commitment to advancing the flexographic industry in Canada.

30 Years of Excellence with Canflexographics from Harper Corporation of America on Vimeo.

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Harper Corporation of America Officially Introduces QDâ„¢ Printer to Product Lineup

 Charlotte, North Carolina, December 17, 2018—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is committed to providing exceptional products and services to its customers. The company is excited to officially announce the addition of the QD™ Printer to its flatbed equipment offerings. The QD Printer accommodates all QD proofer handles and print heads. These components have been developed for most roll-to-roll printing processes including: flexo, direct gravure, and offset gravure, as well as flexo using printing plates, ITR (in-the-round) flexo and gravure images, and all laser engraved images. The QD family is, by far, the most versatile ink proofing and project testing equipment available.   

The QD Printer was designed for the ink environment with lab safety in mind. Built using modular construction with heavy duty components, it is extremely durable. The QD Printer, like all Harper proofers, uses laser engraved ceramic anilox and imaged gravure rollers.

The custom controller has numerous adjustable features and a digital display. The travel speed units can be set in inches, feet, centimeters, or meters per minute. Travel speed can be set from 5 to 150 ft/min, or the equivalent speed in other units. The stroke can also be adjusted from 12 to 33 inches (30.5 to 84 cm). This allows for easy multi-pass testing. The controller has a cycle mode adjustable from 1 to 10 round trips. In addition, three drying options – hot air, Adphos NIR, or LED UV Phoseon (395nm) – can be activated simultaneously with printing or additional drying cycles.

In terms of size, the QD Printer has a table footprint of 42 in. (107 cm) by 14 in. (35.5 cm) and an overall length (including paper) of 48 in. (122 cm). In addition, it comes in two models to fit either Standard (2.75 in./70 mm) or Plus (5 in./127 mm) printer widths. It has a universal electrical power supply of 85-265 VAC, 65W, and 50/60 Hz.

The QD Printer was developed for the functional and printed electronics development sector. However, due to its adjustability, it is a great addition to any ink or product development facility. Harper Corporation of America has never stopped developing accessories for the QD family, and the QD Printer is the latest addition.

For more information, please contact Jazmin Siancas at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jsiancas@harperimage.com. 

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Harper Corporation of America to Present at OMET Open House at Clemson’s Sonoco Institute

 

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 21, 2019—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor and speaker at “The Future of Flexo: New Year, New Technology,” an open house presented by OMET Americas.

This free event will be held at Clemson University’s Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics which includes a Varyflex narrow-web press by OMET in its Advanced Print Lab. Harper Corporation of America is a sponsor of the event, and attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry suppliers including representatives from Harper who will be on hand to provide insight and answer questions regarding the company’s latest technology, products, and services.

In addition, Sean Teufler, Technical Director at Harper, will be presenting on “New Technology and Understanding Coating Applications.” He is one of several speakers who will be discussing advancements in the industry and how these changes can benefit flexographic printing.

The event will be held on February 6 and 7, 2019 at Clemson University’s Sonoco Institute, Clemson, South Carolina.

For more information, please contact Jazmin Siancas at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jsiancas@harperimage.com. 

  

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Katherine Harper Inducted Into Fta Hall Of Fame

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