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INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 20 images JULY 2019 ASBCI to hold seminar on effective risk management in the fashion supply chain ASBCI will hold a technical seminar on the challenges of risk assessment and product development for fashion businesses on 11 September 2019. The seminar, which will be held in Nottingham, will look at the latest product safety regulations, explain how to identify the areas of highest risk in fashion supply chains and consider the importance of fabric selection, performance and testing. The event is organised in collaboration with TÜV SÜD, a global provider of testing, product and system certifications and auditing services. Guru Prasad, regional manager of technical solutions (textiles) at TÜV SÜD, will be the seminar’s keynote speaker, addressing regulatory updates and the issue of product recalls. Guru said: “The ASBCI technical seminar is an ideal opportunity for those involved in the supply chain to share their experiences and discuss the key issues facing the sector. The seminar will gather together technical experts to provide guidance and help delegates to understand the complexities of international supply chains.” Other speakers at the seminar include: Geoffrey Willis, international senior apparel industry specialist from CText FTI, talking about fashion supply chain risks; Sophie Patel, consultant at Appraise PTC, focusing on the importance of fabric in the product development lifecycle; and industry consultant Geraldine Cosh covering risk assessment and foreseeable use. The seminar will take place at Eastwood Hall, Nottingham, on Wednesday 11 September. Registration is from 9.30am and the event is scheduled to end at 3.15pm. Places can be booked online via the ASBCI website. www.asbci.co.uk Epson to showcase new technology at The Print Show 2019 Digital print manufacturer Epson will be demonstrating its new technology for the first time in the UK at The Print Show 2019 in September. Taking on its largest stand to date at the event in Birmingham, Epson will demonstrate its new bulk ink system for the SureColor S series eco- solvent printer, as well as its EcoTex synthetic leather print solution on the SureColor S60600 printer. It will also showcase its expanded CAD printer range and the latest developments in its dye sublimation offering. Phil McMullin, sales manager for ProGraphics at Epson UK, said: “In this challenging business climate of uncertainty and squeezed margins, we are aiming to show print service providers how, with relatively low investment, they can win more of the branding opportunities within their existing customer base. “These new branding opportunities not only represent additional margin, but help to protect existing business from competitors by offering a one- stop shop service. The Print Show is a shop window on a huge number of new opportunities that PSPs will not see just on the web or via a brochure.” The Print Show 2019 will take place from 17-19 September at the NEC, Birmingham. Registration is free and open online now. www.epson.co.uk www.theprintshow.co.uk Epso n will be exhibiting at The Print Show 2019 GeigerBTC buys Response Marketing UK distributor GeigerBTC, a subsidiary of Geiger, has acquired promotional merchandise distributor Response Marketing. Jo-an Lantz, Geiger’s CEO, said: “Response Marketing has a great reputation for creating innovative and outstanding marketing solutions for their clients. David and his team will bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to our UK colleagues.” Response Marketing’s MD, David Tysall, said: “We are really excited to become part of the Geiger family, it’s a perfect marriage. Our expertise in marketing and innovation blends perfectly with Geiger’s huge knowledge and global infrastructure.” www.geigerbtc.com [L-R] Frank Murphy, MD of GeigerBTC, and Response Marketing MD, David Tysall Stay informed on Facebook: @imagesmaguk