We connect the leaders of the twenty-first century printing world. Our printers are bold, driven, and creative and they are riding a wave of technology and innovation. SGIA is a community that strives to be the foremost resource for information and education for the Printing Industry.
Find Your Industry
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Apparel DecorationScreen printing, dye sublimation, direct-to-apparel, embroidery and more.
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Graphics ProductionWide-format, digital and screen printing that defines the world around us.
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Educators & StudentsTraining and education is critical to the long-term viability of the specialty imaging industry.
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Functional PrintingPrinting that is touchable, useable, interactive and occasionally electronic.
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Commercial PrintingPrepress, postpress/finishing print including offset and digital high-volume print fulfillment.
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Installation PDAAIt’s not just a skill…it’s certified. Installers apply the graphics that our printers create.
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Digital TextileDigitally printed bolts of fabric for a wide variety of applications.
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Packaging & LabelConverters to corrugated and everything in between.
Resources
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DirectoriesLocate equipment, supplies, printing companies, and graphic installers.
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Business PlanningFrom employee management to sales and marketing, tap into business planning to shape the direction of your business.
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Industry VoicesHear from thought leaders in the industry on experiences, business growth, and new ideas.
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Business IntelligenceStay on top of business trends and get access to industry data to inform your decision making.
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Industry TechnologiesLearn about the latest equipment, technology, and all aspects of printing and finishing techniques.
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WebinarsGain insight on the industry’s hottest topics from leaders in the field – checkout upcoming webinars or tap into the archives.
Events
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22–25 OctoberPRINTING UnitedPRINTING United is the largest printing-focused expo in North America, with a focus on highlighting the best new technologies, printing convergence and instilling its attendees with latest business-building knowledge. -
24–24 OctoberWomen in Print Alliance BreakfastJoin five remarkable business leaders in the industry for an engaging and insightful opportunity to learn about embracing new outlooks on life and work; hosted by SGIA’s Women in Print Alliance. All are welcome to participate in the event. -
29–29 OctoberLean Six Sigma for Non-EngineersEver wanted to know what Six Sigma is, and how it is applicable to the printing industry? Lean Six Sigma methodology has transformed vital service and manufacturing industries where failure is not an option. How can we apply those same tools and methodologies to printing? Rework and quality failures cost the average printing company 20% to 30% of their dollars sold. Learn how to prevent quality failures and develop your own plan for improvement in your organization. -
5–5 NovemberAchieving Process Innovation Through the Automation of New Product Development ActivitiesThere is a desire within many organisations to decrease the product development cycle time, getting more products to market quicker. This is, however, often expected to occur against a backdrop of decreased resources, expectations of products with increased functionality, and an ever-changing and increasingly-constrained regulatory environment. Formulations are complicated designs and, although...
Journal
SGIA Journal
The SGIA Journal inspires, excites and educates members about the opportunities available to them in printing.
The One-Stop Shop
Today’s printing business is not about the same-old, same-old. It’s about opportunities and innovations that redefine you. That means it’s about how you’re looking at technology and how you’re approaching customers. But most of all, it’s about you and the choices that make your business unique.
Read MoreMember Benefits
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BenefitsInnovate. Create. Learn. Share. SGIA offers cutting edge information, trend reports, education, and a diverse and supportive community. Join us!
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MissionSGIA will continually strive to be the foremost resource for information and education within the printing industry.
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LeadershipWe listen to you. We’ll ask about your goals, your resources and your timeframe. We work with you.