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Company: CREACT KG, Linau; editor in chief: Susanne Aschoff Friday, 30.
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Dear readers, here
you will find something about interesting innovations and news about Large
Format Printing. 1) SGIA ’07 sets the stage for innovation and profitability“Complacency is a dreaded disease”, said Oren Harari,
Ph.D. during his keynote address at SGIA ‘07. In an increasingly competitive,
copy cat economy, he said, “technologies alone aren’t the value, it’s how
they are being utilized differently and innovatively that matters.” Such was
the message at this year’s SGIA Expo in More information:
www.sgia.org Sincerely
Yours Susanne
Aschoff |
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1) SGIA ’07 sets the stage for
innovation and profitability 2) Dipl. Ing. Dieter Weber: New market study 3) Spühl: Virtu RS 25/48 – New large format UV digital
printer 4) Mimaki: JV33 and JV5 now also available with water
based inks 5) Spandex presents Gerber Solara ion Inkjet Printer 6) Seiko I Infotech announced new family of the
Teriostar LP-1020 7) ColorGATE: First Update for new PRODUCTIONSERVER 8) ONYX Graphics: ONYX Rocks Everest 9) Folex: New Folajet Backlit ES media for ecosolvent
printers 10) NOPAR: Three new digital canvases from Innova Art 11) Epson launches 60” PremierArt Canvas for Epson
Stylus Pro 11880 12) 3P Value Display FR was named Product of the Year
2007 13) ErgoSoft wins “Product of the Year Award” 14) TEPEDE: TeckStorm first installation in Sweden 15) FUJIFILM Sericol acquisition targets wide format market 16) DHJ / Decoprint partners with Caldera 17) Megaink completes a successful year by taking the
Russian market 18) FESPA welcomes Xaar as First Global Technology
Partner 19) FESPA: First Digital Textile Conference alongside
FESPA Digital 20) Sign UK & Digital Expo returns to the NEC
Birmingham Alphabetical index: 3P (12), ColorGATE (7), Dipl. Ing. Dieter Weber (2), DJH / Decoprint and Caldera (16), Epson (11), ErgoSoft (13), FESPA (18), FESPA Digital Europe 2008 (19), Folex (9), FUJIFILM Sericol / Colormy (15), Megaink (17), Mimaki (4), ONYX Graphics (8), NOPAR International (10), Seiko I Infotech (6), SGIA´07 (1), Sign UK & Digital (20), Spandex (5), Spühl (3), TEPEDE (14) |
2) Dipl. Ing. Dieter Weber: New market studyThe market for wide format printers in Germany 2006 grew by 4,2%. Though the number of shipments could not repeat the results of the year 2005, which ended up with an increase of 8,5%, it followed the general economic trends. Without LED-CAD-printers, which again closed lower in 2006 the ink-jet market could gain a 6% mark up. These statements are among the findings of a new market report, based on the shipping results in terms of units of about 35 vendors of wide format printers. The more detailed analyze reveals quite different results between the market section of LED-printers/copiers and wide format inkjet printers. While the LED-market could gain with small and medium sized models, more requested by corporate customers, typical inkjet users are concentrated on the service industry. Sales show successful results in the lower format range on top with printers for proofing, photo and fine-art applications as well for high performance CAD-output. Advertising outdoor printing with less aggressive solvent-inks reveal growing rates of 30% creating the opposite focus for models in range of 2m output wide and allowing the success of XXL-printers in the 3m and 5m range. Another topic includes the flatbed-printer market where the group of high performance hybrid UV-production printers lead the growing list. 29 tables show the number of shipments within the different printer classes in a breakdown of the last three years and give reason for detailed comments. More information: DJWeberHG@aol.com |
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3) Spühl: Virtu RS 25/48 – New large format UV digital printer
More information: www.spuhl.ch 4) Mimaki: JV33 and JV5 now also available with water based inksAfter the successful first year of the solvent JV5-130/160 versions, Mimaki now launches the JV5-130/160 printers as aqueous models for on-demand production of indoor graphics and transfer printing to polyester based materials. The staggered head array of the four print heads with nozzle failure detection monitors the ink-discharging state from the printing head and detects and cleans clogged nozzles, thus eliminating the waste of media and ink. Also the recently introduced solvent JV33 series is available as aqueous model. The solvent JV33 version took off with a flying start. There are two types of aqueous inks available: the new aqueous dye sublimation features faster drying time to meet the high speed of JV5. Also the ink enhances the print quality; bleeding is not likely to occur and the color density of especially the black ink is improved. Also the wash- and crock-fastness is improved. The ink can be used for the transfer of prints onto polyester based materials. Operators can now easily output banners, flags, roll screen, hanging displays etc. with the JV5A models or JV33A models. The aqueous pigment ink features a high quality of UV resistance and high color density. This enables print companies and sign makers to produce indoor graphics, posters, wallpapers, blueback paper and print on backlit film. More information:
www.mimakieurope.com 5) Spandex presents Gerber Solara ion Inkjet PrinterBy far the most popular highlight among visitors to the Spandex booth at viscom Italy was the new flatbed/roll-to-roll Gerber Solara ion wide-format UV inkjet printer, which features advanced GerberCAT cationic inks and Cold Fire Cure technology. The Gerber Solara ion provides a host of new features. These include: Impressive print speeds of up to 60 sqm/hr, compatibility with a very broad material range including UV-sensitive and heat-sensitive materials through to difficult to print substrates such as glass, exceptional ink adhesion and scratch resistance on all printable substrates, innovative cationic UV ink technology offering the ability to print on both rigid and flexible substrates, including vehicle-wrap applications, with one ink set, print quality up to 1440 dpi for indoor and outdoor-durable graphics that are immediately usable and flatbed/roll-to-roll capability offering two full systems in one machine, for a considerably smaller footprint. In addition, the Gerber Solara ion boasts Gerber's patent-pending Cold Fire Cure technology; a UV curing process that provides revolutionary inkjet curing features by using low energy and low temperatures to cure the proprietary GerberCAT cationic inks at approximately room temperature. As a result, the range of printable substrates is significantly expanded. More information:
www.spandex.com 6) Seiko I Infotech announced new family of the Teriostar LP-1020Seiko I Infotech announced the 6th generation of LED wide-format printers. The new family of Teriostar takes high-quality printing to the next level. These precision engineered monochrome printers with monochrome or color scanner come in two state-of-the-art models. One is a network multifunction scanner/copier/ printer model with one roll support, the LP-1020S MF-1R with monochrome scanner. The second one is a multi-function scanner/copier/printer model with two roll support, the LP-1020L MF-2R. Originally set as a monochrome scanner system, this model offers a color scanner as an option. The color scanner is offering multiple possibilities to drive the monochrome printer and a color inkjet printer. It is the ultimate solution for scan to print applications. Each model boasts high-speeds of output, printing at 4.8 meter per minute in a continuous print at a true optical resolution of 600dpi. The Teriostar family delivers superb density and accurate prints with high quality. Additionally, both models feature a small footprint allowing users the added convenience of a front-side feed system and ejection all in one small space. The new printers, marketing, sales and distribution is handled by SII distributor network across the Europe. More information:
www.seiko-i.com 7) ColorGATE: First Update for new PRODUCTIONSERVER
More information: www.colorgate.com 8) ONYX Graphics: ONYX Rocks Everest
More information: www.onyxgfx.com or www.artguitar.com or www.lovehopestrength.com 9) Folex: New Folajet Backlit ES media for ecosolvent printersInk jet media manufacturer Folex is focusing on the popular backlit window display market – with a new Backlit film. Folajet Backlit ES is top-coated to ensure super brilliant color fidelity when using eco solvent and solvent large-format printers, such as those from Mimaki, Mutoh and Roland. Backlit ES is a front print film which offers exceptional color contrast performance whether lit or unlit and can be used in backlit panels indoors or outdoors. The film is a 125 micron coated polyester and also offers superior water and wet smear resistance as well as good light stability. Simon Warren, Print On Product Manager comments: “We have been delighted by the customer reaction so far to this product which has been very positive. This success has already been endorsed by winning some significant orders for Backlit ES.” The new Folex Backlit ES is available in widths of 610mm, 914mm, 1067mm, 1270mm, 1370mm and 1524mm x 30m roll. More information:
www.folex.com 10) NOPAR: Three new digital canvases from Innova ArtInnova Art releases three new canvases; they have been
fine tuned to meet the demands of today’s art and photography markets. Each
has been thoroughly tested to ensure complete compatibility with all leading
inkjet printers, and give exceptional detail, color and d-max, whatever the
image, whatever the machine. Profiles for all leading makes, including Epson,
HP and Canon, are offered. Made from high-grade polycotton, these canvases
are tough, flexible and easy to stretch without unsightly cracking. Photo
Canvas Matte 350gsm and Fine Art Matte Canvas 340gsm are water resistant and
can be finished with water based and solvent giclée varnishes to seal the
surface and extend UV resistance. The unique high gloss coating of Photo
Canvas Ultra Gloss 380gsm eliminates this stage altogether. All three
canvases are available on 15m rolls on a 3” core in 17”, 24”, 36” and 44”
widths. The three new digital canvases now available at NOPAR International. During
September 2003 NOPAR International GmbH moved to Bremen in the Northern part
of Germany. Their core business is driven by the production and sales of
Niche high quality film based media, for the ever increasing digital imaging,
presentational and sign markets. More information:
www.nopar-international.com 11) Epson launches 60” PremierArt Canvas for Epson Stylus Pro 11880It has never been easier to produce high-quality, large format canvas prints on demand. Photographers, reprographics specialists and artists can now extend their portfolio with Epson’s 60” PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas roll and 60” Water Resistant Matte Canvas roll. Both are compatible with the Epson Stylus Pro 11880 featuring UltraChrome K3 Ink with Vivid Magenta and are ideal for exhibition display, portraits or limited edition fine art. Water Resistant Matte Canvas offers a smooth matte finish while the PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas provides a high-gloss finish. The durable blend of polyester and cotton, combined with a heavyweight, tight weave design provides a perfect base to create photographic and fine art prints. Their instant-dry, high-resolution coating, will withstand stretching without sagging and display a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel. More information:
www.epson-europe.com 12) 3P Value Display FR was named Product of the Year 2007This year marks the third time in succession that 3P InkJet Textiles Corp won the DPI Product of the Year partner award. At the SGIA trade show in Orlando/Florida 3P scored with the print at Value Display FR (IQ-IJ 675) in the Textiles Product category. Value Display FR, printed with the sublimation printer TexPress DSS 1800II, stood out against competition and the team of digital imaging professionals of DPI awarded 3P InkJet Textiles Corp in combination with TexPress, Inc. the coveted prize. DPI designed a common test file to find strengths and weaknesses in practice. Different images and color gradients indicate clearly whether skin tones appear natural, colors brilliant, and details clear. High image quality and authentic color reproduction ensure this fantastic result of 3P's 15 mil polyester display media. More information:
www.3p-inktextiles.com 13) ErgoSoft wins “Product of the Year Award”During the SGIA ’07 Show in Orlando, ErgoSoft was once again awarded the coveted “Product of the Year Award“ by the DPI. In the category “Software and Related Systems“, PosterPrint from ErgoSoft was declared the best RIP product. The “Product of the Year Award” competition required all registered participants to take a DPI supplied file, print it, and submit it back to DPI within the required timeframe. The target file was characterized by a number of challenging picture elements and included everything from hard to print from black-and-white images, gray ramps and various skin tones as well soft and hard transitions. A neutral panel consisting of digital printing experts examined the entries based on the accuracy of color and the precession of the details. ErgoSoft exhibited at the show and demonstrated the latest RIP software versions of StudioPrint, PosterPrint, TexPrint, as well as its profiling tool, ColorGPS. The digital print experts from ErgoSoft demonstrated its easy-to-handle software and the value of a RIP in a stable color management workflow. More information:
www.ergosoft.net 14) TEPEDE: TeckStorm first installation in SwedenTeckwin is going to ship first printers to More information:
www.TEPEDE.com or Email: info@de.tepede.com 15) FUJIFILM Sericol acquisition targets wide format market
More information: www.fujifilmsericol.com or
www.colormy.de 16) DHJ / Decoprint partners with CalderaDHJ, manufacturer of textile media for solvent and
eco-solvent printers, has selected Caldera VisualRip+ as the exclusive RIP
and color management software for testing and profiling its large format
substrates. Each new product is tested in the Caldera headquarters in More information:
www.decoprint.com and www.caldera.eu 17) Megaink completes a successful year by taking the Russian marketIn an exciting close to the year, Megaink has recently
undertaken an intensive tour of its customers in the Russian market,
educating both customers and dealers in the benefits of using its successful
BioMG ink range and promoting its new magenta color that has just been
launched on the European market. BioMG Inks, made from renewable sources are
advantageous in that they are environmentally friendly, and the new magenta
color, for Super Wide Format printers, will enhance customers’ abilities to
print red and orange shades. Megaink has a strong presence in More information:
www.megaink.biz 18) FESPA welcomes Xaar as First Global Technology PartnerFESPA has announced that Xaar is to become the
organization’s first ever Global Technology Partner. Xaar will play a vital
role in supporting FESPA’s forthcoming global events, including the
Director’s Forum in More information:
www.fespa.com 19) FESPA: First Digital Textile Conference alongside FESPA DigitalFESPA is responding to exponential growth in the use of
wide-format digital printing technology for textile applications, by
introducing a brand new Digital Textile Conference to run alongside its FESPA
Digital 2008 exhibition in Geneva in April 2008. The conference will take
place in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, More information:
www.fespadigital.com 20) Sign UK & Digital Expo returns to the NEC BirminghamSign UK & Digital Expo returns to the NEC Birmingham on the 22nd - 24th April 2008, as Sign & Digital UK. The show will be celebrating its 21st birthday, marking the occasion by being the largest, most exciting and innovative show to date. Having listened to exhibitors and visitors at this year’s show, and in response to what they felt the show needed, event organizer Faversham House Group has re-branded as Sign & Digital UK, to clarify the two individual yet complementary aspects of the show. Event Director Rudi Blackett explains: “Much has been made within the industry of the move towards digital formats, and this new branding will highlight the equal importance of all the sign and digital technologies, modern and traditional, that make our market as interesting and diverse as it is today. In re-branding as Sign & Digital UK, Faversham House Group will further enhance the position of the show as a unique, all encompassing event with a wealth of free information, demonstrations, seminars and much more, that is a ‘must-attend’ event for the entire industry.” It is not only the name of the show that has changed, but a brand new, fully interactive website is set to follow at the end of November, detailing all the new and exciting features set to be unveiled in the coming months for this year’s show. More information:
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