The ZRX at Hatteras Growth in print does not happen by accident. It comes from making the right investments at the right time, especially when those investments remove bottlenecks, expand capabilities, and create a more efficient path from job intake to finished product. A recent article from Printing Impressions  on Hatteras  highlights exactly that kind of strategy. The Hatteras approach reflects a broader shift happening across the industry. Companies gaining momentum toda

Harris & Bruno International officially revealed the first pieces from the Out of This World Embellishments initiative at DSCOOP Edge Rockies 2026, in the form of a 20-card sample pack. The unveiling generated tremendous excitement among attendees, with printers, designers, and brands gathering to experience firsthand how digital embellishment is redefining what is possible in modern print. The project was designed to educate and push the boundaries of tactile print by bringi

Digital embellishment is no longer a novelty in print. It’s become a strategic differentiator for printers, brands, and designers who want higher engagement, stronger visual impact, and better margins. That’s the core message Paul Furse shared as a guest writer on Taktiful  in his article, “Harris & Bruno’s Digital Embellishment Momentum: Technology, Education, and the Future of Print.” In this interview, Paul highlights how what was once a niche add-on has evolved into a fou

We have been working with our partners at HP, Dscoop, and Taktiful to bring a bold new vision of digital embellishment to life. Now, for the first time, the debut of the first samples from our Out of This World Embellishments collaboration will be shown at DSCOOP Edge Rockies 2026. Where Design Meets Dimension The Out of This World Embellishments initiative was built to challenge expectations. Designers were invited to push the boundaries of foil, texture, gloss, and dimensio

Harris & Bruno is excited to be exhibiting at DSCOOP Edge Rockies 2026 in Denver, Colorado. This event brings together the print community for networking, education, and hands-on exposure to the latest production print technologies. Paul Furse, Spencer Bruno, Juan Soto, and Ryan Moskun will be on-site to connect with customers and partners and to show how H&B’s solutions help printers elevate quality, efficiency, and value. Exploring Coating and Digital Embellishment with H&

Digital embellishment continues to gain traction across print markets, and that momentum was a key theme in a recent interview conducted by Taktiful with Harris & Bruno’s Paul Furse. Recorded during Printing United 2025, the conversation explored how embellishment is evolving from a specialty capability into a production driven strategy for printers looking to increase value and engagement. During the interview, Furse shared that Harris & Bruno saw sustained interest througho

Premium chocolate deserves packaging that feels indulgent before the first bite. For this chocolate tuck box collaboration with GPA, we set out to create an experience rooted in richness, depth, and sensory appeal. Every surface, texture, and highlight works together to signal handcrafted quality and boutique luxury. This box is produced on GPA’s White C1S board at 18pt. The stock offers the rigidity and smooth surface required for high end folding cartons while maintaining c

Digital Embellishment on Uncoated Substrate For this year’s New Years celebration, we partnered with Neenah to create a card that brings together premium uncoated paper, rich color, and the full creative range of digital embellishment. Printed on an HP Indigo using Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 130DTC at 16pt, the piece delivers a clean, luxurious foundation with the weight and feel that only double thick stock can provide. Before any embellishment was applied, the Harris

A Celebration of Shine and Seasonal Craft For this year’s holiday season, we partnered with GPA to create a festive card that blends premium paper with the full creative range of digital embellishment. The result is a bright, joyful piece that showcases what is possible when high-quality substrates meet advanced finishing on the Harris & Bruno ZRX Digital Embellishment Press. Printed on GPA Pearl Starlight 110 pound cover, the card starts with a light grey pearl base that alr

A Celebration of Craft and Creativity In a recent PaperSpecs [unboxed] event, Sabine Lenz brought the print and design community together to celebrate tactile design and premium print. For this year’s event, Sabine partnered with Harris & Bruno  to create a holiday card that shows what is possible when uncoated paper meets advanced digital embellishment. The result is a festive keepsake that blends elegance, precision, and the unmistakable impact of tactile print. The card wa

In a recent Taktiful Tuesdays interview with Eric Vessels, Harris & Bruno’s Paul Furse explored how digital embellishment is redefining print by combining creativity, technology, and tactile impact. The discussion centered on one critical insight: digital embellishment is no longer a niche luxury process. It is becoming a standard part of modern print workflows, driven by accessibility, speed, and new opportunities for engagement. The Knowledge Gap Holding Back the Market Eve

A Fresh Take on Premium Packaging Premium packaging is the first impression, the handshake, and the promise of quality. To show what is possible when high-quality materials meet advanced digital embellishment, we partnered with GPA to create a premium Beard Oil tuck box that blends craftsmanship, texture, and visual pop in one compact design. Built on GPA’s White C1S board at 18pt, this box delivers both strength and elegance. Sharp to the eye and smooth in the hand, it creat

Joining Designers and Digital Embellishment Harris & Bruno is excited to invite designers to be part of a creative initiative that brings imagination, print, and advanced digital embellishment together. Out of This World Embellishments is built in partnership with Taktiful, DSCOOP, and HP to give designers early access to next generation embellishment technology along with guidance from leaders across the print industry. This program is an opportunity to explore how tactile f

In a DSCOOP webinar Paul Furse of Harris & Bruno shared how digital embellishments are evolving into one of the most exciting opportunities in print today. The focus was not on product pitches, but on educating printers, designers, and brands about why embellishment matters, how the technology is advancing, and where it is headed. The evolution of embellishment: from analog to digital For over a century, embellishment in print has meant hot stamping with metal dies and screen

There is an energy to the city that you feel before you see it. Neon reflections on wet pavement. Underground beats, and quiet cafés. For our collaboration with Kodak, we wanted to bottle that feeling and bring it to the world of premium print. This sample pack was printed on the Kodak Prosper Ultra 520 Press and coated using H&B’s Synergy Coating on the Harris & Bruno ZRW, the official web coater for Kodak . Billerud Productolith 12pt served as the foundation for the outer

A Place Where Partnerships Grow At Harris & Bruno, innovation is the foundation of everything we do, and more than just a buzz word. Our Innovation Center is where ideas take shape, technology evolves, and the future of print finishing and embellishment is pushed forward. It is a collaborative space where we work with customers to explore challenges, develop solutions, and industry leaders and creatives collaborate to share insights and shape what comes next. Our goal is to h

Printing United 2025 in Orlando was packed with energy, conversation, and innovation. For Harris & Bruno, it was a moment to connect with partners and customers while showcasing how coating and digital embellishment continue to redefine what print finishing can achieve. Industry Recognition with a Pinnacle Award for the ZRX This year at Printing United, Harris & Bruno was proud to be recognized as a winner of the 2025 Pinnacle Award from the PRINTING United Alliance for the Z

From Coating Roots to Digital Possibilities In a recent interview with WhatTheyThink , Nick Bruno discussed the evolution of Harris & Bruno and how coating continues to shape the future of print. With humble beginnings as a small machine shop in 1948, Harris & Bruno has grown into a global powerhouse and leading manufacturer of premium coating and embellishment technologies, helping printers deliver both protection and premium visual effects. Coating has always been about pro

Upgrading equipment is always a big decision, but it doesn't need to be difficult. Starting this November we’re introducing a limited-time ZR Gen2 Trade-In Program designed to make the move easier, more rewarding, and more future-focused for your business. Why Upgrade Now? The ExcelCoat ZR platform has been a trusted solution for years, delivering reliable coating performance and unmatched durability. With the launch of the new ZR30 Gen2, printers now have access to smarter a

Print is no longer just about ink on paper. Today, embellishment is transforming the way brands connect with customers, creating tactile,...