How is Smart Manufacturing Transforming Fashion and Apparel Manufacture?
Debbie McKeegan explores the paradigm shift in the fashion industry from fast fashion to personalised fashion, highlighting the technical challenges, solutions, and operational benefits for the manufacturing community. Debbie speaks to experts Oliver Mustoe-Playfair from Prinfab, Phil McMullin of Epson UK and Guy Alroy of Early Vision.
The experts discuss the role of digital technology, the importance of standards, print precision, seamless software, print continuity, and the future of on-demand production. The discussion emphasises the need for efficient lean workflows, embedded workflow automation, and the integration of e-commerce to meet consumer demands for unique and personalised garments.
Discover the latest innovations in garment and textile printing at FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, Europe's leading print and signage exhibition taking place from 6 - 9 May at Messe Berlin, Germany. It will showcase the most innovative products, visionary concepts, and latest developments in the future of print. Register to visit here and use promo code FESJ507 and only pay 50 euros for your entrance ticket.
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Industry Experts Explore the Evolution of Smart Manufacturing in the Textile Industry
A FESPA SmartHUB roundtable at Personalisation Experience 2025 discussed smart manufacturing's transformative impact on the textile industry. Experts highlighted the shift to on-demand customisation, driven by digital printing, data analytics, and automation. Key takeaways included enhanced machine control, significant waste reduction through intelligent software and colour management, and improved sustainability via energy efficiency and near-shoring, ensuring agility and environmental responsibility in textile production.
FESPA 2025 gathers leading visionaries from across the speciality print industry in Berlin
FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience (6 – 9 May 2025, Messe Berlin, Germany) welcomed Visionaries from across the speciality print industry to shape the future of print, develop forward-thinking business strategies, and explore innovative ways to translate emerging industry trends into tangible growth opportunities.
Exploring Cutting-Edge Textile Printing Innovation with Adobe Print Engine 7
Adobe PDF Print Engine 7, launched at FESPA Global Print 2025, significantly advances textile printing. Debbie McKeegan shares how it automates non-white substrate management and RGB colour handling, expands colour gamuts with in-RIP multicolour transparency blending, and streamlines workflows for efficiency and sustainability. This update boosts customisation, reduces waste, and positions businesses at the forefront of digital print innovation.
FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 - Overall Highlights
FESPA Global Print Expo, Europe's leading print and signage exhibition returned to Messe Berlin from 6 - 9 May 2025.