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Arandell Corp., the trusted leader in premier catalog printing and omni-channel solutions, announced today that the company is expanding through the acquisition of a second facility in Walton, Kentucky. “With the addition of our Kentucky facility, we will have additional capacity and expanded capabilities,” said Bradley J. Hoffman, president and chief executive officer of Arandell Corporation. “As a result, we will remain nimble, flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of our customers.”

Corporate Graphics Commercial, a Taylor Corporation company, is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement to acquire the assets of Reindl Bindery Co., Inc. of Germantown, Wis. The acquisition of Reindl expands CGC’s capacity and capabilities and offers immediate growth opportunities for its publishing business. “We’re seeing greater demand for bindery services than at any time in our history,” says Dan Kvasnicka, President of Taylor Print Impressions. “By adding the talent and technology of Reindl, we are positioning Taylor to serve even more customers.” Founded in 1978, family-owned Reindl Bindery has a legacy of providing innovative binding solutions throughout the printing industry, with capabilities spanning a wide range of bindery applications including perfect, layflat and case binding to Smyth sewn books, Wire-O systems and more. “We are thrilled to welcome Reindl to the Taylor team,” said Kvasnicka. “Our capabilities are complementary, and both teams are known for industry-leading quality, responsive service and innovation.”

R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company announced the launch of a comprehensive solution, Onsite Marketing Services, which enables retailers to seamlessly manage the design, ideation, procurement, and installation of store signage and fixture solutions. Ideal for growing retailers with a network of regional locations, vehicles, and/or franchisees, RRD’s solution offers retailers access to a full suite of in-sync, in-store marketing support, including managing installation, permanent/semi-permanent procurement, site surveys, and store audits. Small staff sizes, multiple vendors, and nonconforming store profiles pose significant barriers for retailers to achieve their marketing vision. By working directly with RRD’s local and regional resources able to manage, coordinate, and schedule signage deployment and setup, the solution effectively reduces the burden on both marketing teams and store associates while improving brand compliance and enhancing the in-store experience.