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ASGA Committee Meeting 2013 held at Tokyo (January 2013)

Official agenda was followed by memorable hospitality with traditional Japanese customs experienced by representatives from other member countries

The first ASGA Committee meeting of the New Year was held at Tokyo, Japan on January 30, 2013. Representatives from all the different member nations gathered together before the meeting for lunch. After a hearty meal, the ASGA committee members moved on to the meeting venue at Hotel Sunroute Ariake, Tokyo, Japan.

It was a four-hour marathon session as always, with relevant issues being discussed and deliberated upon. The proceedings commenced with the welcome message from Hiroshi Yoshida, Chairman, ASGA.

This was followed by a review of the Minutes of the last meeting held. The next item on the agenda was the activity of working team report. The discussions then moved on to money matters with the financial report and budget simulation being taken up.

Next on the agenda was a review of teh action plan for 2012-2013. Key points were contemplated and their implications considered in detail, keeping a holistic perspective of the prevailing economic scenario.

Following this, there was informal communication among ASGA members on various topics that affect the industry as a whole.

At the reception and dinner that followed, memorable hospitality with traditional Japanese customs was experienced by representatives from the other ASGA member countries who had specially gathered for the occasion.

Japanese taiko drums have been developed into a wide range of percussion instruments that are used in both Japanese folk and classical musical traditions. Those gathered had a rare opportunity to experience this performance.

Finally, a big drum filled with the Japanese 'sake' was brought onstage. Three Japanese dignitaries, a FESPA representative and Anil Brahmbhatt, President, SGAI, were invited to hit it and in this way, the evening's memorable celebrations went to an even higher level.

• Honouring SGIA ’09 (USA) Golden Image Award & ASGA ’09 Award Winners at Gala Function in Mumbai

• Felicitating Akil Contractor with SPTF (USA) ‘Outstanding Service Award’ and ‘Limca Book of Records’ for 1,500 ink

• Supporting ‘COLLATE 2010’ Printing Show held in Colombo in Feb ’10

• Helping Indian Companies to explore Sri Lanka Screen Printing Market

• Closely working with SLAP for Technical Seminars & Workshops on Screen Printing

• Print Tech 2009 (Mumbai) organised by Mumbai Mudrak Sangh (MMS)

• Leading Printing & Packaging Show

• Spread over 8,000 Sq. Mtr

• 150 Exhibitors, 7,500+ visitors

• Knowledge Tour was held in 6 cities across India

• Special SGAI Membership Benefits

• Presentation on ‘Emerging Technologies’ in Screen Printing

• Keeps you in-touch with the latest Developments and Advancements taking place in the industry globally

• Supporting Association for ASGA 2009

• Asia’s Leading show on Screen Printing Industry

• Indian Companies won no. of awards at ASGA 2009 Competition

• Working closely with Bangladesh Garment Printer’s Association (BGPA) for mutual development

• Helping Indian Ink Manufacturers, Suppliers, etc. to explore Bangladesh Market

• Technical Assistance and Support by conducting Technical Seminars

SGAI presented a monetary contribution to the Freeset Trust, Kolkata.

In continuation of its various initiatives towards supporting those connected with the Screen Printing industry, Screenprinting and Graphics Association of India (SGAI), recently presented a monetary contribution to the Freeset Trust. Enthused by the noble work being done by the Trust and its emphasis on using Screen Printing as a means of social empowerment, the SGAI managing committee took the decision to contribute a sum of money that would assist in their social endeavours. SGAI conveyed its best wishes and support.

Presenting the cheque, Sushil Golchha, Vice President (East), Nilesh Enterprise, said, “We are very happy to get associated with Freeset as Nilesh Enterprise supplies them with textile screen printing materials and inks. It gives us satisfaction to note that that ‘screen printing’ is being used for such an excellent social cause. On behalf of SGAI, we assure them of all technical support and guidance they need.

Presents monetary token in support of the Association's industry education efforts.

During a special function held on the lawns of Hotel Velan, Tirupur, on the evening of April 11, 2009, Anil Brahmbhatt, President & Dhiren Shah, SGAI founding member handed over a montary token amount to T. R. Shrikanth, President, Tirupur Export Knit Printers Association (TEKPA).

Terming this as a small contribution for TEKPAs future growth, Anil Brahmbhatt said that this was SGAIs way of extending a supportive hand to TEKPA’s endeavours towards educating industry members and increasing awareness about screen printing developments in Tirupur.

“As the apex national body of the screen printing industry in India, we have made it our mission to ensure that screen printers across the country are able to upgrade their quality and deliver quality output, which is on par with the best in the world. To facilitate this, we have been organising various informative seminars and interactions at a national level. We have seen that TEKPA is also planning a similar initiative at the regional level and has been making sustained efforts to improve the knowledge levelof printers in Tirupur. This monetary contribution is a show of solidiarity from the national association, SGAI to the regional association, TEKPA as a pat on the back to keep up the good work,” Anil Brahmbhatt declared.

T. R. Srikanth voiced his appreciation of the gesture by SGAI and reiterated TEKPAs committment towards educating industry members and increasing awareness levels.

Leading Printing & Packaging Show held in New Delhi and organised by IPAMA

Spread over 14,500 Sq. Mtr. (13 Halls)

391Exhibitors and 32,000 Visitors

Leading Show on Label Industry in India being organised by Tarsus Group (UK)

Spreading Awareness about Opportunities in Label Industry for Screen Printing Segment

Condolence meeting held for Mukesh Jadhav who was killed during terrorist attacks

When terrorists attack, it is the lives of helpless and innocent people that are tragically lost. Last month, during the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, the screen printing community lost one of its members, Mukesh Jadhav, an employee of Sky Screen (P) Ltd., Mumbai. He was a member of the Home Guards who lay down his life in the line of duty. SGAI held a condolence meeting where members recounted his bravery and presented contributions to his family to help them in their time of crisis.

It was with a deep sense of sorrow and anguish that screen printing community reacted on learning about the unfortunate and untimely demise of one of its members during the tragic terrorist attacks that Mumbai recently witnessed. Mukesh Jadhav, a 23-year old employee of Sky Screen (P) Ltd. working as a dispatch clerk, was also a member of the Home Guards. During the terrorist attacks, he was on duty at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) where he bravely laid down his life.

Screenprinting & Graphics Association of India (SGAI) gathered to pay tribute to his valiant efforts and dedication to duty by holding a memorial service on Friday, December 12, 2008 at Hotel Peninsula, Mumbai.

The condolence meeting was held from 6.30 p.m. onwards to enable members of the screen printing community to take out some time from their busy schedules and commemorate the memory of Mukesh Jadhav.

Devang Sheth, Secretary, SGAI, said, “We are gathered today to pay homage and acknowledge Mukesh Jadhav’s contribution to the city in its hour of crisis. This is our small endeavour to provide some degree of solace to his family members and convey to them that the screen printing community always stands by its members.”

Akil Contractor, SGAI Committee Member also conveyed the sense of anguish felt by the screen printing community on the untimely demise of one of its members.

On behalf of SGAI, a monetary contribution was made to Mukesh Jadhav’s family by President Anil Brahmbhatt. Sky Screen (P) Ltd., Varsha Transprint, Print Dynamic, Screen Print India, Tarun Print Tech and Screenways also presented contributions to help them in their time of crisis.

Seminar conducted by 8-9 leading international speakers

Latest Developments in industrial Screen Printing was discussed

Seminar was held in Bangalore & New Delhi

Special SGAI Member Benefits

Supporting Association for ASGA 2007

Asia’s Leading show on Screen Printing Industry

Indian Companies won no. of awards at ASGA 2007 Competition

Insight on laws Relating to MRP Conducted by Noted Lawyer Mr. Neerav Mainkar

Discussed problems faced by dealers

Shared information on the rights of Distributors

Caution on don’ts

SGAI organised a gala evening of music, song and poetry on 24th March 2007 geared towards widening the reach of the association and in an effort to build bonhomie & bonding amongst members and non-members. Staying true to this objective the event saw a handsome gathering of professional who partook in the evenings offerings with great panache and verve. The audience was mesmerised by the enchanting renditions of yesteryear hindi film hits centered around the theme-'Zindagi' meaning 'Life'. Renowed Shayar Khalil Dhantejvi kept the audience enthralled with his interesting philosophies on the same theme. The evening was also promising for the SGAI because of the support offered to the Screen Printing & Graphics Community by Chief Guest Mr. Suryakant Mahadik pre-eminent Union leader of Bhartiya Kamgar Sena (BKS) one of the leading Labour organisation in india.

SGAI's Seminar 'Value addition to Textile through Quality Screen Printing' was organised in with active support from Zydex Industries & Autoscreen India. The seminar was well-attended and was crucial in that it gave an opportunity for people from associated industries to have earnest confabulations regarding business tactics and technical processes. The idea was to give the industry an opportunity to get-together and appreciate the effort that goes into making screen printing the highly creative business that it is. SGAI, with this effort was looking forward to establishing greater co-operations and partnership to take the industry towards greater levels of success and profitability.

In an endeavour to boost the spirits of exhibition organisers and to pave the path to develop ties for their members in the long run, SGAI supported Screen Print India 2006, which is the leading exhibition on screen printing. The members can look forward to membership benefits while participating in events organised by Aditya Exposition (P) Ltd. This in turn made SGAI wel-known to the Screen Printing Industry globally.

SGAI Insights was the 1st of it's kind forum ever conducted not onlys in screen printing but in any printing industry. Renowned speakers like Mr. Daniele DeRosa, Chairman-ESMA, Mr. C. Y. Lee, Chairman-ASGA, Mr. James Wang-Gen. Secretary-CSPIA, Dr. Ajay Ranka-CEO-Zydex Industries, Mr. Himanshu Tiwari-Director-BMR & Mr. Jagdish Sheth-Photokina Chemicals (P) Ltd., put forth their views on the Screen Printing Industries across the globe. It was attended by the leaders of the industry. The event was an eye opener to colleagues in the industry. The golden words inspired them to aim high.

The SGIA's board meeting held on 25th September '06 became the occasion for the signing of the NAMP (National Membership Plan Affiliate) between SGAI & SGIA. The Agreement between the two associations is intended to encourage transfer of information and technical know-how across continents in order to further the development of the Screen Printing & Graphics Industry in India. The agreement also ensures SGAI a seat on the SGIA Board of Directors. The Agreement was signed by Mr. Anil Brahmabhatt President, SGAI and Mr. Michael Robertson President CEO of SGIA.

SGAI recently organised a Technical Seminar on Importance of Eco-Tex 100 Compatible Products. The seminar was conducted by Autoscreen India & International Coating Inc. (USA). Over 180 screen printers attended the Seminar. Mr. Stephan Kahane, President & Mr. Kent Hudson, Technical Manager, both from International Coating presented the seminar. The topics covered were ... bleeding, dye migration, ink selection, proper curing, boosting, fabric discoloration, special effects, different types of mesh, stencil systems, etc. The Seminar was supported by TEKPA and what's more it was translated in Tamil.