Ken Leid officially retires at Printing SA

  Posted On:   Oct 06, 2023
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KEN LEID OFFICIALLY RETIRES AT PRINTING SA
Ken Leid second from left, flanked by Jermaine Naicker on his left, the new incoming Managing Director for PSA, and Abdool Majid Mahomed on his right, the current outgoing CEO, and Michelle Eybers, the National Training and Development Administrator.

 Ken Leid has been synonymous with training, with an illustrious career spanning 
some 40 years in the printing industry. Ken officially retired on 31 August 2023 after spending almost 27 years with Printing SA.
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THE 2023 SMME BOOSTER FUND IS OPEN FOR PROPOSALS UNTIL 31 MARCH 2024

The SMME Booster Fund (the Fund) is a fund that will provide financial support to organisations that implement business development support projects and/or programmes aimed at growing and developing SMMEs.
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SURVEY SHOWS SA CONSUMERS ARE STILL 
CONFUSED ABOUT THE IMPACT OF 
POWER ON FORESTS
South African consumers’ views on environmental perceptions, preferences and attitudes towards print, paper and paper-based packaging have been included for the first time in an international survey, which showed that many are still confused about the relationship between farmed wood for paper-making, and deforestation.
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SANLAM: TWO-POT RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Fund Credits are being reclassified

From 1 March 2024, a member’s Fund Credit and their future contributions will be reclassified into a ‘vested pot’, ‘emergency savings pot’ and ‘retirement pot’. We will change all Fund Credit records on our administration system to this new naming convention from 29 February 2024. 
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NUtec DIGITAL INK INNOVATIONS ON SHOW AT FESPA AFRICA 2023
Ink developer and manufacturer, NUtec Digital Ink will be participating at the FESPA Africa expo, co-located with Sign Africa, Modern Marketing and Africa Print from 13-15 September 2023 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa.
 
Presenting a showcase of exciting end-uses and applications, NUtec promises to leave visitors in awe of the many novel and impactful ways their UV-curable, eco-solvent and water-based inks for digital inkjet printing can be used. The company now also offers print service providers an array of products with environmental certifications such as the GREENGUARD Gold UV range, as well as the OEKO-TEX Eco Passport dye sublimation range, developed with sustainability in mind. 
 
Built with Xanita engineered fibreboard made from recycled cardboard boxes, NUtec’s exhibition stand will also feature creative ways to repurpose old print samples and off-cuts, as the company focusses on the reduction of waste sent to landfills and encourages recycling and re-use.
 
“Whether used to convey a brand’s message, to energise an event or to draw attention to a sales promotion, NUtec Digital Ink’s product range for wide format printing is the ideal alternative ink solution, “ says NUtec head of sales and marketing - Darren Claassens

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INKJET TECHNOLOGY: REVOLUTIONISING PRODUCTION PRINTING AND COMMUNICATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
In recent years, inkjet technology has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of production printing. Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Specialist at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, says that South Africa stands to benefit significantly from the adoption of this revolutionary printing method.  
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Printing SA’s 2023 Training Course Prospectus is available on our website. The prospectus covers the training courses we are hosting this year and will prove invaluable when planning your staff training or self-improvement.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

PRINTING SA
ANNUAL GALA DINNER 2023
5 OCTOBER 
This year is all about celebrating the comradery amongst our member companies and, 
it is only fitting that we bring to you an opulent and elegant event like no other.
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CAPE CHAMBER
ANNUAL GALA DINNER 2023
12 OCTOBER 
SAVE THE DATE

This year is all about celebrating the comradery amongst our member companies and, 
it is only fitting that we bring to you an opulent andelegant event like no other.
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NORTHERN CHAMBER
INNOVATION FORUM 
19 OCTOBER 2023
The Printing SA Northern Chamber is excited to host an Innovation and Technical Forum. This is a platform for our Associate Members to educate and showcase their futuristic technological advancements. Our aim is to provide opportunities for our member companies to share their innovative products to our various members and 
potential members.
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PROPAK CAPE TOWN
24 - 25 OCTOBER 2023
Packaging is big business in the Western Cape and if you want your business to stay ahead of the pack then Propak Cape is the place to visit! 

Visit the show to learn about the latest industry technologies, view world-class machinery in action at the many live demonstrations taking place at the expo, find ways to 
cost-effectively streamline operations, engage with leading industry experts for technical advice, and source new products and services from over 160 knowledgeable exhibitors.
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FESPA NEWS
FESPA PRINT CENSUS 2023
The FESPA Print Census is the largest worldwide print research project which collects and shares market intelligence. 

The Census was introduced back in 2015 and continues to be updated with the aim to share an up-to-date view of market conditions as experienced by speciality printers which in turn helps printers sustain and grow their business. 
To open the FESPA Print Census PDF Report, 
use the password below:
FESPA_2023_Digital
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For over a century, Printing SA has remained dedicated to offering services that enhance and ensure our members have the most up-to-date resources. As a member of Printing SA, you have access to our members portal, where you can access Tenders, RFP’s and RFQ’s, which will provide you with opportunities to bid for more business. You can also find industry professionals on our CV Pool, and download the latest industry research reports, templates and marketing resources.
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security printer or supplier? 

PrintSecure is a security Printing standards and accreditation body under the auspices of and controlled by Printing SA.
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PRINTING SA RESOURCES
VACANCIES:
PRINTING SA PART-TIME LECTURERS NEEDED
Printing SA is looking for part-time Lecturers with subject matter expertise in 
any of the following trade disciplines:
Electronic Pre-Press, Printing, Packaging, Flexible Packaging & Print Finishing
                              
Submit your CV to: vpinto@printingsa.org
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Members can also upload vacancies for their companies which will be advertised on our website.
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Cancellation Policy: Printing SA would like to inform all of our members of our cancellation policy which covers all of Printing SAs services. We urge you to familiarise yourselves with these terms and conditions and kindly contact your chamber should you have any queries. The policy can be read here and can also be viewed on the members portal under policies and templates.

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