Specialty Papers: What’s New?

Paper is inevitable where printing continues to thrive. While it’s been most common to see photo papers at previous RemaxWorld expos, we noticed some new, specialty papers at 2019 event.

Shenzhen-based Rito Digital Technology Limited exhibited a range of digital master rolls for use in RISO, Gestetner, as well as for Duplo devices in A3, A4, B4 sizes.

“Nowadays, with the development of technology, computer is widely used to make the printing plates, so we developed digital roll master to meet the demands,” one Rito representative told RT Media.

Determined by its special usage, Rito’s digital master rolls are targeting schools and universities as their main markets. Rito enjoys a good market share in China, thanks to the vast demands from schools. “That doesn’t mean there is no competition in China for this particular segment,” the representative added. “Every company is trying to maintain growth and development.”

With more 15 years in the paper industry, Nanjing Oracle Digital Technology Co., Ltd is a high-tech company which is dedicated to R&D, manufacturing and the sale of inkjet photo and dye sublimation papers. Through years of efforts, their KoalaPaper has become a well-known trademark.

“We are confident to meet any special needs from customers,” an Oracle representative said. “Our factory has 16 assembly lines and we also own mature products formulas, modern R&D and testing centers, skilled technicians and a strong management team.”

In addition to having various high-quality photo papers, their most popular specialty papers include fast dry sublimation papers, heat transfer printing papers for mugs, light T-shirt heat transfer papers, matte coated card papers, sublimation transfer papers and tissue paper.

A traditional paper manufacturer, LanKao YuLu Paper Industry Co., Ltd has been focusing and innovating in providing consumers with customization. “The market is now demanding more than just paper supplies,” a company representative said. “Competition is getting harsher and that is forcing us to dig deeper into customization.”

The company provides carbonless paper, sticker labels, thermal paper rolls, computer printing paper, receipts and note books. According to the representative, all their products are customizable based on individual requirements. There were customized blank receipts and invoices for different industry sectors and companies on their booth. “In this case, our customers can enjoy the convenience of a pre-printed format that also shows professionalism.”

There were other specialty paper providers at RemaxWorld all fighting to capture the valuable added-value market. Visitors are not just looking for toners and inks, but also to provide their existing customers additional products they need.

To find more paper manufacturer information, please refer to RT Media’s Global Industry Directory.