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We talk through all of the highlights, showcases, and debuts at this year’s PRINTING United Expo, which returns to Las Vegas from September 23rd to 25th
PRINTING United Expo will return later this month, with the latest edition of the US exhibition taking place from September 23rd to 25th at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
The upcoming show, which brings together commercial, apparel, packaging, and wide-format print technologies under one roof, will this year be geared heavily toward AI automation, workforce diversification, and a range of specialist print segments.
The show will include a range of AI and automation showcases, with AI adoption positioned as the defining trend for the 2026 event.
Exhibitors such as Hybrid Software will use the exhibition to highlight how AI, GPU-native rendering, workflow automation, and advanced colour management can help print service providers (PSPs) to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency across print production.
Workflow automation software developer, Aleyant, will use Printing United Expo to spotlight PDF2Press Pro, a cloud based preflight and proofing platform that can automate the entire art file journey from upload through preflight, proofing, file fixes, and final imposition, without requiring print businesses to write their own code.
2026 will also see the return of The PRINTING AI Pavilion, a destination on the show floor built exclusively around AI adoption in print and packaging. The Pavilion acts as a vendor showcase which provides structured sessions designed to enable print operators to discover and action the latest AI solutions available to the market.
The expo will also continue to lean into targeted, experiential learning for the 2026 edition. This includes Taktiful Embellishment Technology Tour, which is designed to allow attendees to experience the future of print embellishment firsthand with showcases of the latest high-end finishing technologies.
Also included in the experiential experiences at the show will be a dedicated Print Mastermind networking area hosted by Colin Sinclair McDermott, which will provide a series of informal peer-to-peer discussions focused on business growth, leadership, sales, marketing, and the real-world challenges facing print business owners today.
PRINTING United Alliance has also amplified its focus on community programming and next-gen outreach with two specific focuses this year – namely through a collaboration with Women in Print Alliance and the expansion of its Student Day Experience.
Designed to help women maximise their Expo experience, this year's programming with Women in Print Alliance includes pre-show education, exclusive networking events, leadership development opportunities, and dedicated spaces designed to build meaningful industry connections.
This will include the Women in Print Alliance Annual Networking Luncheon on Thursday, September 24th from 12pm to 2pm. The event will feature keynote speaker, Corrie Lo, who will share actionable strategies for overcoming the hidden drivers of overwhelm and pragmatic tactics professionals can use to reclaim energy in their careers and personal lives.
The expanded Student Day Experience will allow potential future print professionals to connect face-to-face with industry leaders, explore the latest technology on the show floor, and discover career pathways in print and its associated sectors, giving emerging talent further access to the companies and people shaping the future of the industry.
With over 800 exhibitors confirmed for this year’s PRINTING United Expo, summarising all of the technology available is nearly impossible. Instead, here are five manufacturers at this year’s show that it is worth seeing during your time in Las Vegas.
Durst will celebrate 90 years of innovation at this year’s PRINTING United Expo with a showcase of its portfolio of P5 printing systems, software, and connected production technologies.
Highlights will include the P5 350 CORE, which is making its North American debut at this year’s show. Designed for both board and roll production, the 3.5m hybrid digital printing platform combines advanced print quality, intelligent software, upgradeable architecture, and automation-ready capabilities with the aim of bridging the gap between entry-level devices and high-volume industrial machines.
Also on the Durst stand will be the P5 350 HSR, a roll-to-roll press designed for high-volume, unattended production with capabilities including an integrated mesh-system, XY cutting system, and optional vertical and horizontal cutting units.
Durst can be found at Booth C1614 of the exhibition.
Inkcups is set to celebrate its 25th year in business as it showcases its latest direct-to-object (DTO) UV and pad printing technology at PRINTING United Expo 2026.
Visitors to the Inkcups booth will be able to see firsthand demonstrations of the company’s pioneering High Throw technology, with both the new Helix High Throw UV cylindrical printer and the X5-T High Throw Flatbed UV inkjet printer being demonstrated.
Other new equipment will include Inkcups’ latest high-performance laser plate-making system, the Cobalt Pro+ CO2 laser machine, which boasts up to 20% faster speeds than its predecessor.
Inkcups will exhibit on Booth C1215 of the Las Vegas event.
Kongsberg and its partner, MultiCam, will use PRINTING United Expo to showcase how connected production workflows can enhance precision, productivity, and scalability across print, display, packaging, and signage applications.
Visitors to the Kongsberg both can explore a range of advanced digital cutting and CNC routing solutions including the Kongsberg Ultimate equipped with Roll Feeder. This digital cutting table designed for corrugated and display production offers a modular design which can enable businesses to scale and adapt as their needs evolve.
The Roll Feeder option is designed to deliver highly accurate, continuous production for wide-format soft signage applications, with the system feeding material to eliminate wrinkles, stretching, and registration errors.
A New MultiCam offering will be launched at PRINTING United 2026, a next-generation routing platform designed to support production flexibility, scalability, and future business growth. Further details will be available at the official launch of the product taking place during the event.
Kongsberg PCS can be found on Booth C300 of PRINTING United Expo.
Another company celebrating a landmark anniversary, Drytac will celebrate its 50th year with the demonstration of various new products during PRINTING United Expo, with its materials also featured in live applications across more than 15 partner booths throughout the show floor.
Highlights from the adhesive and substrate manufacturer will include a special pre-launch preview of PrintDuo, a 10 mil (250µ) white matte multilayered polypropylene (PP) and polyester (PET) film engineered for double-sided printing.
Visitors will also be able to see the new and improved version of Polar Chrome, Drytac’s silver satin PET film and winner of a 2026 PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Award. Designed to create striking metallic effects, Polar Chrome offers PSPs with an impactful solution for retail displays, labels, decals, events, signage, and other high-impact applications.
Alongside these latest products, Drytac will showcase solutions from across its portfolio including its SpotOn, ReTac, Polar, and ViziPrint product ranges. The Drytac team will be available throughout the show to discuss specific applications and help visitors identify the right material for their next project.
Drytac will be located at Booth C1937 in the Central Hall area of the show.
Duplo USA will showcase its latest print finishing innovations at PRINTING United 2026 in Las Vegas under the theme, ‘Built Around Your Business.’ Designed to reflect the evolving needs of today’s print providers, the Duplo booth will feature three solution zones that guide visitors through key stages of business growth, from improving day-to-day efficiency to expanding production capabilities.
The ‘START STRONG’ zone will showcase entry-level finishing equipment designed to help small print businesses automate everyday jobs and improve productivity. Solutions on display include the DC-618 slitter/cutter/creaser with DC In-line Folder, 150 digital booklet system, DF-1300L air suction folder, and CC-229 card cutter.
The DC-3 Pro Digital Foil Transfer will also be highlighted in a technology demonstration, which applies standard foils directly onto UV LED-cured ink areas and onto substrates like acrylic, wood, and plastic boards up to 20mm thickness.
The ‘GROW WITH CONFIDENCE’ zone features finishing systems that expand application capabilities and support growing production demands. New technologies to explore include UD-310 PRO Rotary die-cutter with embossing capabilities, which will also be demonstrated in-line with the Ricoh Pro C5410S digital press.
The ‘STAY AHEAD’ zone highlights production finishing solutions for premium applications, advanced embellishment options, and high-volume workflows that help printers capture that higher value work.
This zone will showcase the DDC-8000 B2 Raised Spot UV coater with cold foil and DSM-1000 B2 platen die-cutter with new embossing capabilities. Additionally, the DC-746 B2 and DC-648 slitter/cutter/creaser, both shown with the DC-ST100 Stacker, and 700i Duetto booklet system will be on display.
You can find Duplo USA at Booth N5323 at PRINTING United Expo 2026.
