About the Association for PRINT Technologies

The Association for PRINT Technologies (APTech℠), formerly known as NPES, is a purpose-driven organization dedicated to supporting the entire printing value chain.

We believe in helping our members maximize alignment with their value chain partners to be more effective and competitive. Printing has been vital to communication for decades; today, the digital culture has heightened our industry’s complexity and reframed its relevance. APTech’s signature event—PRINT®—answers the call by bringing the boldest and brightest innovators, influencers, and newest technology together to create connections that showcase and advance our industry.

 APTech makes available to its members a wide range of services including:

Industry Market Data & Research – Actionable information for immediate implementation
Global Business Development – Targeting key international markets; consulting and direct assistance for members
Education Programs – Offerings from C-Suite to skill-building workforce development
Events that Convene the Industry – Connecting the printing value chain for Education, Business
Networking and Commerce
Government Affairs Representation – Engaging the printing value chain to leverage advocacy to drive favorable business outcomes for The Industry
Safety and technical standards development – Providing coordination in the national and international arenas

PRINT 18 Highlights

See why PRINT is THE event each year that convenes the printing industry and guides them to solutions. The expert, robust community available at PRINT inspires, innovates and empowers expansion to take the next best step for business success.

Where Creativity and Technology Meet in Chicago.

Exhibit at PRINT® 19

Did you know that it costs 62% less to close a lead generated at a trade show than one that originated in the field?* by the Center of Exhibition Industry Research

Exhibit at PRINT 19...
Grow Your Business

PRINT® 19 is the industry event where you can make an impact on your bottom line. When you exhibit at PRINT, you connect with key customers and prospects that will help your business grow.

Students & Educators

The Association for PRINT Technologies (APTech) and the Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF) are pleased to once again announce the availability of a convenient online registration system for educators and students (from recognized graphic communications, design, or media educational institutions) to attend PRINT 19 at a discounted rate of $20 per person!

Educators: Your Educator Badge will admit you to most of the PRINT 19 seminars at no additional charge on a space-available basis. Computer Labs and Lunch seminars are payment-required sessions.

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