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PRINTING United Expo 2026 industry innovations

Overview

The PRINTING United Expo 2026, held September 23–25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, showcased innovations across the commercial, industrial, apparel, packaging, and wide format printing sectors. The event hosted nearly 850 exhibitors across one million square feet of space, featuring hundreds of product launches. Recent developments at the expo highlighted a significant emphasis on artificial intelligence and automation to address industry labor challenges. HP introduced an integrated AI production solution, including the HP Latex R530 AI Printer and HP PrintOS Production Hub, which utilize cloud and edge intelligence to automate tasks like order intake. HP also reported that its Indigo 6K+ Digital Press has surpassed 200 units sold within a year. In the inkjet sector, Kyocera Document Solutions America unveiled the TASKalfa Pro 15000b monochrome production device and the TASKalfa Pro Tandem. Xerox Holdings Corporation expanded its portfolio with the Proficio Jet CS1100 cut-sheet press and the Proficio Jet CF1200 continuous-feed press. Other featured technologies included automation in post-press from Standard Finishing Systems and PLASTGrommet, inkjet and large format solutions from Canon U.S.A., Inc., and digital print tools from Fujifilm North America Corporation. Garment decoration technology was represented by Insta Graphic Systems, Brother International Corporation, and others showcasing direct-to-film and sublimation workflows.

The event also featured the inaugural ASI Pavilion, a dedicated space for more than 60 suppliers focused on the promotional products sector. Industry leaders observed a trend of convergence, as printers expand into new applications and categories to diversify revenue streams. Notable equipment included the Epson SureColor F370, a dye-sublimation printer for creative businesses. Ford Bowers, President & CEO of PRINTING United Alliance, stated the event demonstrated an industry “moving forward with confidence through investment in new technology and market expansion.” The expo is scheduled to return to Las Vegas from September 14–16, 2027.

Entities

Las Vegas Convention Center · PRINTING United Alliance · PRINTING United Expo · Canon U.S.A., Inc. · Las Vegas

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    PRINTING United Expo 2026 showcases industry growth in Las Vegas

    The PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas highlighted industry growth, technological convergence, and the debut of the ASI Pavilion for promotional product suppliers.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    PRINTING United Expo concludes in Las Vegas

    The PRINTING United Expo 2026 concluded in Las Vegas with 27,000 attendees and 850+ exhibitors showcasing new technologies across the global printing and graphic arts industry.

  3. [BUSINESS] 10 sources
    PRINTING United Expo 2026 highlights AI and inkjet innovations

    At PRINTING United Expo 2026, industry leaders HP, Kyocera, and Xerox showcased new AI-driven automation, inkjet innovations, and expanded production print portfolios to improve efficiency.

  4. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    PRINTING United Expo 2026 to host 850 exhibitors in Las Vegas

    The PRINTING United Expo 2026 will be held in Las Vegas from September 23–25, featuring nearly 850 exhibitors showcasing new printing technologies, AI solutions, and industry innovations.

  5. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Printing United Expo to showcase industry technology in Las Vegas

    The Printing United Expo will be held in Las Vegas from September 23–25, 2026, featuring new printing, heat press, and garment decoration technologies from vendors like Insta Graphic Systems and Canon.

  6. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    PRINTING United Expo 2026 to showcase industry innovations

    The PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas will feature advanced printing technologies from companies including Canon, Fujifilm, and BW Converting.

  7. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Standard Finishing and PLASTGrommet to showcase automation at PRINTING United 2026

    Standard Finishing Systems and PLASTGrommet will showcase automated print and large-format finishing solutions at the PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas.

Sources

basic-tutorials.de · digitaloutput.net · digitalprintermag.co.uk · dpsmagazine.com · graphische-revue.at · largeformatreview.com · michellespartyplanit.com · piworld.com · plastech.pl · poligrafika.pl · pressadvantage.com · printnews.pl · thecannatareport.com · viergepelerine.ch · wideformatimpressions.com · xerox.com

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