Durst Group has once again demonstrated its leadership and excellence in the print industry. Together, Durst North America and Vanguard Digital Printing Systems were recognized as the most awarded organization for the fourth consecutive year, securing thirteen (13) PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Awards: nearly half of all output categories for 2026. This year’s Pinnacle Awards recognized Durst’s unique ability to innovate across multiple print disciplines. Durst won five (5) awards, spanning software, label, textile, hybrid and flatbed printing, reinforcing the company’s position as the industry’s most comprehensive technology provider. For Vanguard Digital, its tradition of excellence was continued by winning eight (8) awards, once again becoming the most awarded individual manufacturer. This achievement underscores the growth and diversification Vanguard has experienced over the last few years, and signals at what can be expected in the future.
The Pinnacle Awards recognize products that improve or advance the printing industry through exceptional innovation, functionality, and performance, and are evaluated by a panel of industry experts across a wide range of categories. The following products won 2026 Pinnacle Awards: Durst Tau G3 Peak: awarded Digital – roll to roll label press – inkjet; Durst P5 350 TEX iSUB: awarded Roll-to-Roll Direct Disperse Ink on Textile; Durst P5 X: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed; Durst P5 350 HS: awarded UV/Latex Hybrid; Durst Workflow – Label: awarded Software – Variable and Transactional; Vanguard VKR3200-HS: awarded Roll-to-Roll UV (over 80 inch); Vanguard VR5D-E: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed (under $70K); Vanguard VR6D-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed; Vanguard VR6D-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed; Vanguard VK300D-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed + White; Vanguard VK3220T-HS: awarded UV/Latex Flatbed + White; Vanguard VK3220T-HS: awarded UV Hybrid/Flatbed High Volume Production Class; and Vanguard VKH900-HS: awarded UV/ Latex Hybrid.