Two Illinois newspapers commissioned single-wide presses manufactured by Dauphin Graphic Machines Inc. The Galesburg Printing and Publishing Co., publisher of the Galesburg Register-Mail, went on edition with a 23-unit DGM 430 press with two DGM 1035 folders. The pressline has five 4-high towers and one 3-high stack. One DGM 1035 folder is equipped with three-high formers, the first unit of this design to be installed, DGM said. The Belleville News-Democrat, meanwhile, purchased a DGM 850 press as an add-on to its existing Goss press.

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Harper Corp. of America created a new customer service award that is given to employees who exhibit “going the extra mile” qualities for customers.

Associates not having direct contact with the firm’s customers can also be awarded the unique medallion when nominated by another employee or supervisor.

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Automatic Handling Service Inc. has changed its name to Machine Design Service, a division of AHS. The new name reflects AHS’ purchase of the intellectual property of roll handling manufacturer Machine Design/Motion Systems Inc. at the end of 2002. All sales, engineering and manufacturing have been moved to its corporate office in Oshkosh, Wis. For additional information call 920.235.1250.

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Base-Line introduced its Jomac brand Greensleeves covers, which are synthetic, lint-free covers for waterform and ductor rollers on both sheetfed and web presses. These shrink-fit covers carry dampening solutions to the plate. They resist ink buildup and are available in 10- and 25-yard rolls, for roller diameters from 0.875 to 4.875 inches. Greensleeves also are available precut to fit most duplicator presses.

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