New finishing benchmark on the way for graphic arts industry

The publication will function as a reference tool for printers and graphic designers, and brings together all standards for the print finishing processes such as film laminating, UV coating, bookbinding, foilstamping and more. A full list of APFA members and their Print Finishing services will also be included in the publication.

APFA president Mathew Powell hopes the publication will provide a useful reference point for the industry. “ We are often asked for information about the simple issues that can make a big difference to the production of the finishing processes we provide,” he says. “We have combined standards as put forward by our members into the one publication and this will be available during the PacPrint exhibition to be held in Melbourne in May this year.”

PacPrint was chosen as the venue to launch the publication due to the maximum exposure it offers to those in the graphic arts industry. “We are very excited to have our stand at the PacPrint show,” says Powell. “We see it as a great opportunity to meet our members, and also to show the benefits of membership to those who have not already joined”.

The Australian Print Finishers Association was formed in 2003, with some of its objectives including creating awareness in its related communities, setting and maintaining sector standards, facilitating training in finishing techniques and creating a networking opportunities for its members. Further information about the Association and its activities can be found at their website www.apfa.asn.au.