This year’s Single Width Users’ Group (Swug) Conference will take place at Wellington’s Copthorne Hotel on August 3-4. Organisers have set an interactive and engaging agenda the theme of Printfinity and Beyond. The event gets stronger each year and can expect to attract over 130 delegates and suppliers in August, which reflects the strength of interest and passion in this sector of the print industry.
The Swug Awards for Printing Excellence and the Apprentice of the Year will take place at Te Papa Museum to a James Bond theme.
Dan Blackbourn, chair of Swug, says, “We have a fantastic line up of presentations, guest speakers and surprise events that will ensure delegates are riveted throughout. As well as providing an invaluable opportunity to network with fellow members and suppliers in our unique industry, the conference features a strong list of expert speakers in a variety of fields. “There is still a lot of life in the print industry and will be for some time, and this conference is shaping up to be one of our best.†Keynote speakers include Nicky Trevitihick, from Workcare, who will deliver a presentation on the risks associated with drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Blackbourn says, “Having spent over 16 years with the Police, Nicky has seen first hand the impact of drug and alcohol abuse. “Now in the private sector, she is passionate about educating the public on the issue, and to help firms implement robust drug and alcohol policies. This includes educating staff on best practice which both delivers a safer work environment as well as ultimately benefiting the family unit and wider community.†Phil Lawrence, print industry environmental commentator and academic, will address the business cost of poor electricity quality. “A long-term servant to the sector, Lawrence has worked at Sydney University, researching industry’s impact on the environment using the print sector as his example. Other topics the conference will cover or touch on include: • developments in paper supply • roller manufacturing • update on PrintNZ developments • press upgrades around the world • who am I • new drupa technology • Petone Fairfax site presentation and tour • drugs and alcohol in the workplace • use of infrared (thermal imaging) • press technology • plate technology update • press chemistry • the cost of poor power quality • Swug Apprentice of the Year speech • health and safety • ink manufacturing • blankets • men’s health session • press automation In addition to a tour of the Petone Fairfax plant and a networking dinner, the event will feature the Swug Awards for Printing Excellence and the Apprentice of the Year — the latter two presented at Te Papa Museum to a James Bond theme. The Swug committee wishes to extend its appreciation to the generous sponsors of the conference, whose united support makes the event possible. Anyone interested in booking for the conference should contact Promote Ltd’s Lizzy Tankard or Aimee Watkin on 04 237 0482. Click here for further information or call Dan Blackbourn on 021 770 804
