SPI 2025: Reconnect the Screen Printing Community
Screen Printing Gets a Modern Makeover at New Trade Show
Essen, Germany – Get ready for a revolution in screen printing. Screen Print Innovations (SPI), a brand-new trade show dedicated to this versatile printing technology, is set to debut June 3-5, 2025, at Messe Essen, Germany.SPI promises to be a hub for innovation, bringing together leading print system developers, ink and consumable producers, integrators, distributors, and more.
“Although screen and pad printing are established technologies, they continue to evolve with advancements in precision, automation, and quality,” says Peter Buttiens, CEO of ESMA, the European Specialist Printing Manufacturers Association, and organizer of SPI. “applications across diverse market segments are driving continuous innovation. SPI aims to showcase these advancements and explore the potential of adapting and combining screen printing for specific market needs.”
A Showcase of Industry leaders
SPI has already secured an impressive lineup of launch partners, including global giants in industrial screen printing like CST, Drop, Fimor, Gallus, GPE A. Ardenghi, Grafco, Grünig, Kissel+Wolf, Lüscher Technologies, Printcolor, Pröll, PVF Mesh & Screen Technology, RK Siebdrucktechnik, Saati, Sefar, SignTronic, Sport PrintLab, SPS TechnoScreen, Sun Chemical, Thieme, and VFP Ink Technologies.
With over 70 exhibitors expected and thousands of visitors anticipated, SPI is poised to be a major event for the screen printing industry.
“We are thrilled to host SPI at Messe Essen,” commented Oliver P. Kuhrt, CEO of Messe Essen.”We believe Essen is the ideal location for this innovative trade show and are confident in its success.”
More Than Just an Exhibition
SPI goes beyond a conventional trade show. An adjacent presentation forum will feature keynote speeches from industry leaders in diverse sectors like automotive, printed electronics, security printing, plastics, and glass decoration. This forum will provide valuable insights into the latest applications and trends shaping the future of screen printing.
Get Involved
Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to showcase your latest innovations or a newcomer eager to learn about the possibilities of screen printing, SPI offers a unique platform for networking and growth.
For exhibitor stand booking inquiries, contact [email protected] Visitor registration will open in 2025.
Mark your calendars:
Screen Print Innovations (SPI)
Date: June 3-5, 2025
Location: Messe Essen
More details: spi-europe.com
Screen Printing gets a Modern Makeover: A Q&A with the CEO of ESMA
NewsDirectory3.com: The European Specialist Printing Manufacturers Association (ESMA) is launching a brand-new trade show dedicated too screen printing.Can you tell us more about Screen Print Innovations (SPI) and what prompted its creation?
Peter Buttiens, CEO, ESMA: Screen and pad printing are established technologies, but they continue to evolve rapidly. Advancements in precision, automation, and quality are opening up new possibilities across diverse market segments. We saw a need for a platform that specifically showcases these advancements and explores the potential of adapting and combining screen printing for specific market needs.SPI aims to be that platform.
NewsDirectory3.com:SPI has already secured an impressive lineup of launch partners. What kind of participation can we expect?
Peter Buttiens: We’re thrilled with the response from industry leaders.SPI will feature over 70 exhibitors, including global giants in industrial screen printing like CST, Drop, Fimor, Gallus, and many more. Visitors can expect to see the latest innovations in print systems, inks, consumables, and more, covering a broad spectrum of applications.
NewsDirectory3.com: What makes SPI more than just a typical trade show?
Peter Buttiens: Beyond the exhibition floor,SPI will feature a presentation forum with keynote speeches from industry experts in areas like automotive,printed electronics,security printing,and more. This forum will provide valuable insights into the latest applications and trends shaping the future of screen printing.
NewsDirectory3.com: Who should attend SPI?
Peter Buttiens: Whether you are a seasoned professional looking to showcase your latest innovations or a newcomer eager to learn about the possibilities of screen printing, SPI offers a unique platform for networking and growth. we invite everyone involved in the screen printing industry, from print system developers to integrators, distributors, and end-users.
NewsDirectory3.com: Where and when can people learn more about SPI and register to attend?
Peter Buttiens: SPI will debut June 3-5, 2025, at Messe Essen in germany. More details are available at spi-europe.com. Visitor registration will open in 2025.