September 28, 2017 — Lyndhurst, NJ — Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable Hop-Syn synthetic paper, today announces that PRINT 17 was a resounding success for the company. Printers and big brands visited Hop’s booth during the show, which took place September 10-14 in Chicago, to learn new and innovative ways to use the durable…

  PRINT 17 in Chicago, IL is in full swing and Hop Industries invites you to visit their Booth #558 at the Expo. Learn about all the ways to use the durable Hop-Syn Synthetic Paper. Receive free samples of Hop-Syn printed by SwissQPrint and EFI inkjet printers. For more information, visit www.hopsyn.com or call 800-524-0757….

September 10, 2017 — Lyndhurst, NJ — Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable Hop-Syn synthetic paper, today announces that its line of synthetic papers are in compliance with, and exceed, three environmental standards, CONEG, RoHS, and REACH. Compliance with these standards validates that Hop-Syn synthetic papers can be safely used in a variety of packaging,…

The demand for durable substrates is growing. Today, print partners are choosing synthetic paper over corona-treated, die-extruded plastic such as PVC vinyl or polystyrene. The advantages are great, and the applications are numerous. In this article, we highlight why.   Printing on Corona-Treated Plastic For decades, corona-treated, die-extruded plastic was one of the few durable…

Unequivocally, the biggest trend in wide-format printing is the growth of the UV inkjet and latex printing. Hop Industries, manufacturer of Hop-Syn synthetic paper, is also experiencing continued growth in this segment as brand manufacturers and large retail stores use the durable substrate for UV-printed P-O-P displays and outdoor signage. As this market segment continues…

  Big brands turn to their print partners for more than just a printed piece. They seek solutions to help grow their business and increase revenue, while satisfying sustainability mandates. That’s why recommending the right substrate is so important. For projects that require durability, such as banners, in-store signage, anti-theft packaging, blockout and backlit signs,…

  Easy to fold, diecut, score, and recycle, Hop-Syn G2 is a heavy hitting substrate for P-O-P signage, menus and packaging. Used everywhere by creative print and packaging firms, this heavy gauge synthetic paper knocks it out of the park. Here’s why.   Diverse Printing Properties and Applications Few substrates have the diverse physical and…

Two of the industry’s biggest events are coming soon, and the team at Hop Industries is looking forward to seeing customers at both! Hop will be exhibiting at PRINT 17, booth #558 at McCormick Place South Hall, in Chicago, September 10-14. Hop will also exhibit at SGIA Expo, booth #4017 at the Ernest N. Morial…

July 6, 2017 — Lyndhurst, NJ — Hop Industries, manufacturer of the durable Hop-Syn synthetic paper, today released helpful tips for finishing and fabricating on the various grades of Hop-Syn synthetic paper. The piece highlights numerous post-press options — from die-cutting, folding and scoring to drilling, sewing and grommeting — along with advice to help…

Synthetic paper is a hot topic, and in the June issue of In-Plant Graphics magazine, Jack Smith of Hop Industries answers pressing questions about the durable substrate. For example, Smith addresses the myriad uses of synthetic paper, the growing market, and the price comparison to pulp-based paper.   How does synthetic paper compare to alternative…