Workshop
Introducing the DIPA Association: Shaping the Future of Digital Surface Treatments
March 5, 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Join us on March 5, 2025, for the DIPA AI Training Day, a unique opportunity to explore the ambitions and innovations driving the digital surface treatment sector. As part of the Decorative Surfaces Conference in Vienna, this workshop emphasizes the importance of collaboration and collective growth within the industry—because we are stronger together.This exclusive event will feature insights from leading experts and innovators in digital printing technology and software solutions. Key speakers include Oliver Baar from Koenig & Bauer Digital & Webfed, Sebastian Bazyk from Hymmen GmbH Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, and Frank De Jonge from Neos SpA, who will present groundbreaking projects in digital print machinery. Additionally, software specialists such as Duncan Ross from AVACADCAM, Stefan Hoefs from CGS ORIS GmbH, and Oliver Luedtke from Colorgate will share their expertise and case studies.
The afternoon session offers a truly interactive experience, focusing on prompting for decor and image creation. Attendees will collaborate to generate design files that can be used for future projects, gaining hands-on experience in team-based design workflows. Participants will also receive access to all files created during the workshop, providing valuable resources to share with their teams. This workshop is designed for creatives across the surface decoration market—whether you’re working on wallpaper, textiles, décor, or marketing projects. If you’re passionate about exploring new possibilities in digital printing and surface design, this event is for you.
Introducing DIPA: Driving Innovation in Digital Surface Treatments
The Digital Printing Association (DIPA) is dedicated to advancing the digital surface treatment sector by fostering collaboration, innovation, and knowledge-sharing among industry leaders. Our mission is to support professionals and businesses in unlocking the full potential of digital printing technologies for surface design. At DIPA, we believe that by working together, we can shape a stronger, more innovative future for the entire industry.
DIPA WORKSHOP
Technical Program
Morning Session: Foundations for Profitability in Digital Surface Decoration
9:00am
Welcome and Introduction
9:15am
9:45am
10:30am
Coffee Break
11:00am
11:30am
12:00pm
Networking Lunch
Afternoon Session: Harnessing AI for Profitability in Digital Décor Design
1:00pm
1:45pm
2:15pm
Coffee Break
2:45pm
Workshop 7: Testing and Refining Prompts – From Concepts to Real-World Applications
4:00pm
Closing Remarks
Workshop Speakers
Oliver Baar
Koenig & Bauer
Sebastian Bazyk
Hymmen
Frank de Jonge
Neos
Royce Dodds
Dekor8
Stefan Höfs
CGS Oris
Oliver Luedtke
ColorGate
Duncan Ross
Ava Cad Cam
About the Companies
Koenig & Bauer Digital & Webfed
Koenig & Bauer Digital & Webfed, a division of the world’s oldest printing press manufacturer, specializes in tailor-made digital and offset web presses. Based in Würzburg, Germany, this unit is a leader in high-volume digital printing with its innovative RotaJET series, which supports web widths up to 225 cm. The company serves both traditional markets, such as book and publication printing, and emerging sectors like digital décor and laminate printing. Known for its cutting-edge technology, Koenig & Bauer drives efficiency and precision in industrial printing applications.
Hymmen GmbH Maschinen- und Anlagenbau
Hymmen GmbH is a German-based global leader in industrial production technology, specializing in surface finishing and digital printing solutions. With over 120 years of expertise, the company provides innovative machinery for laminates, decorative panels, and other surface treatments. Hymmen’s advanced digital printing systems are renowned for their precision and scalability, making them ideal for high-volume industrial applications. Their commitment to innovation ensures tailored solutions for diverse industries, from furniture to flooring, while maintaining sustainability and efficiency as core values.
Neos SpA
Neos SpA is an Italian innovator in industrial inkjet printing, offering highly customizable single-pass printers for diverse materials such as paper, plastic, wood, and metal. Founded in 2017, Neos combines cutting-edge technology with modular designs to meet the demands of rapid turnaround and bespoke decorations. Their proprietary Vision System Technology (VST) ensures exceptional print quality by addressing common inkjet challenges like tone homogeneity and register accuracy. Neos caters to sectors including décor printing, packaging, and textiles while advancing sustainable practices through efficient ink usage.
AVACADCAM
AVACADCAM specializes in advanced CAD/CAM software solutions tailored for the design and manufacturing industries. The company focuses on streamlining workflows by providing intuitive tools for design creation, visualization, and production planning. Known for their user-friendly interfaces and innovative features, AVACADCAM’s solutions empower businesses to enhance productivity and achieve precision in their projects. Their expertise spans various sectors such as textiles, décor design, and surface treatments, making them a trusted partner for creative professionals seeking efficient design-to-production processes.
CGS ORIS GmbH
CGS ORIS GmbH is a global leader in color management and proofing solutions for the printing industry. The company provides software tools that ensure color accuracy across various substrates and devices. Their products are widely used by professionals in packaging, commercial printing, and décor industries to achieve consistent results from design to final output. CGS ORIS’s innovative technologies also enable users to simulate print results digitally before production, reducing waste and improving efficiency while maintaining exceptional print quality.
ColorGate
ColorGate is a German software company specializing in color management and workflow solutions for digital printing applications. With over 25 years of experience, ColorGate offers tools that optimize color consistency across different materials such as textiles, ceramics, wood, and packaging. Their solutions integrate seamlessly into production environments to enhance efficiency while maintaining precise color reproduction. ColorGate’s expertise extends to industrial inkjet applications where they provide tailored software that meets the unique demands of high-quality surface decoration markets.