July 12, 2023

Upcoming Events

2023 Summer Course

July 17 - 21, 2023 | Clemson, South Carolina

This year’s NAPIM Summer Course at the Sonoco Institute at Clemson University has met its maximum registration number. This very popular course provides classroom and hands-on instruction in printing ink formulation and printing press operation. Thank you to all who registered and we look forward to seeing you!

Registration is Now Open!
2023 Fall Technical Conference

Napim 2023 Fall Tech Conference 550 100 Px

The 2023 Fall Technical Conference is scheduled for September 12-14 at the Oak Brook Hilton Resort and Spa in Oak Brook, IL. Based on attendee feedback the program planning committee has relaxed the restrictions on commerciality in the presentations and is actively soliciting speakers and topics for this year’s program. Currently there are a limited number of speaking slots available for the 2023 program. Ink industry raw materials suppliers and equipment suppliers are encouraged to contact George Fuchs at the NAPIM office for more information about this excellent opportunity to provide product information to your customers.

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2023 Lawter Lecture Series Call for Papers

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News & Happenings

Printing Ink Trade Data - Imports and Exports

Foreign trade continues to show relatively steep declines in both imports and exports of printing inks. Year on year through April 2023 printing ink exports are down 23.5%. Printing ink imports are down 17%. Detailed is available here

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Commercial and Industrial Energy Costs

Natural gas costs across the country have shown 6% decrease year on year through April 2023 although still 13% higher than the same period in 2021. Electricity costs are down nearly 3% year on year through April 2023 although nearly 14% higher than the same period in 2021.

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Printing Ink Industry - Producer Price Index

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics printing ink prices are up 4.5% year on year through May 2023. Synthetic pigments and dyes are up nearly 9% for the same period.

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Printing Ink Workplace Safety

NAPIM recently completed a survey of member companies 2022 workplace illness/injury information. The survey data is available here. The NAPIM Safety Committee is meeting this month to review the survey data and develop recommendations for reducing the types of injuries and illnesses reported. If you would like to participate in this meeting please contact George Fuchs at the NAPIM office.

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To submit member news or an article for inclusion in The NAPIM News, please email marketing@napim.org.

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Lawter Lecture Series Call for Papers - 2023 Fall Technical Conference

The National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers (NAPIM) is accepting papers for its Lawter Lecture Series to be held during the 67^th Annual Fall Technical Conference. Submissions are open for topics related to chemistry, formulation, manufacturing, or other technical aspects of the printing ink business; all papers must be original and of scientific value.

Title, abstract, and author(s)’ name must be submitted by July 14, 2023, with the final paper for review and balloting due on August 7, 2023. The NAPIM Technical Board of Directors will select winners and award three honorariums. NAPIM will notify all lecture competition participants no later than August 14, 2023. Winners will be announced formally during the conference.

To learn more about the 67^th Annual Fall Technical Conference, visit napim.org. To submit a paper for award and consideration into the Lawter Lecture Series, please email George Fuchs, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Technology.

2023 Lawter Lecture Series Call for Papers

Submit Your Nominations for the TAM Service Award and
Technical Achievement Award!

NAPIM is now accepting nominations for the Technical Associate Member Service award and the Technical Achievement Award. These awards will be presented at the NAPIM Technical Conference in September. Please review the nomination forms thoroughly before submitting nominations.

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Nominations for both awards will close on August 18, 2023.

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Join the only national trade association for the printing ink industry since its founding in 1916. With a strong committee structure, staff, and legal counsel in Washington, NAPIM is dedicated to the industry and its membership.

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2023 Advertising Opportunities for Members and Non-Members

NAPIM is pleased to offer advertising opportunities for members and non-members to increase your company’s impact and expand your brand within the industry. Multiple options are available for any budget and frequency. Download NAPIM's Advertising Packages here.

For Additional Questions contact Devin Robinson, NAPIM’s Sales Associate at drobinson@kellencompany.com or 410-940-6589.

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