Inside the Harris & Bruno Innovation Center

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 help printers and brands deliver extraordinary print, and the Innovation Center is how we bring that mission to life every day through research, live demonstrations, sample creation, and proof of concept work that transforms possibility into reality.

A Hub for Research and Development

The Innovation Center is home to our ongoing R&D efforts. This is where Harris & Bruno engineering and applications teams push boundaries by exploring new coatings, refining digital embellishment techniques, and develop the next generation of equipment. Every advancement we bring to market, from chamber/anilox coating systems to digital embellishment solutions like the ZRX, is born here.

However, our research and development is not done in isolation. Harris & Bruno works closely with printers, brands, and OEM partners to ensure that the technology we develop solves real-world challenges and creates measurable value for the industry.

Live Demonstrations

Sometimes seeing is believing. The Innovation Center is equipped to run live demonstrations of our renowned equipment, giving visitors a firsthand look at how Harris & Bruno technology performs in real production scenarios. Whether it’s the speed and consistency of our web coating systems or the tactile impact of digital embellishment safely applied to uncoated media, our demonstrations turn features into experiences. We are always happy to open our doors to show what is possible.

Proof of Concept and Sample Creation

One of the most valuable roles of the Innovation Center is helping customers bring new ideas to life. Printers and brands commonly bring us their files, substrates, and concepts, for us to put them to the test. This proof of concept work shows customers exactly how our technology will perform on their live print runs; giving our customers the confidence to move forward with new projects or investments. At the same time, the Harris & Bruno team produces high-quality samples that demonstrate new effects, substrates, and design possibilities. Print is both a visual and tactile experience, and nothing communicates the power of coating and embellishment like holding a finished sheet in your hands. Together, proofs and samples not only illustrate the capabilities of our technology, but also inspire designers and brands to reimagine what their own work could look and feel like.

Are you ready to explore what is possible? Reach out to schedule a visit or start a conversation with our team today.

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