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Roland DGA launches Texart inkjet for flexible production

Roland DGA Corporation, a provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, introduced the new Texart RT-640M – an intelligent multi-function dye-sublimation printer that gives users the freedom to print directly onto coated polyester fabrics, or to sublimation transfer paper, using the same specially-formulated Texart SBL3 sublimation inks.

The printer simplifies dye-sublimation production for soft-signage with direct-to-textile print option, while maintaining the versatility of printing to transfer paper for creating sublimated apparel, décor, rigid signage, and hard goods.

“The RT-640M boasts advanced features that maximize print quality, productivity and convenience. The media take-up incorporates adjustable front rollers for

Fujifilm, Inca Digital unveil high speed flatbed printer - OnsetX HS

Fujifilm along with its strategic partner Inca Digital, introduced an addition to the OnsetX UV flatbed series – the OnsetX HS (High Speed) range.

Featuring two new machines, the Onset X2 HS and the Onset X3 HS, the new range offers a “dramatic increase in speed and productivity – now printing up to 15,597sqft/hr, utilizing a new single cycle mode”.

The new range is compatible with Inca’s range of application specific robotic handling systems and incorporates ‘30 second’ job set up and ‘single

Avery unveils its new vehicle wrap with ‘220% elongation’

Avery Dennison has unveiled a new vehicle wrap with “elongation properties which would set new standards for premium overlaminates”. “The new DOL 1400 Z Series can elongate up to 220% ensuring good installation performance and visually arresting printed designs,” say the makers.

“Gloss DOL 1460Z, Matt DOL 1480Z and new Lustre DOL 1470Z PVC film bring not only new levels of conformability and clarity to highly demanding graphics applications but also give a long durability to the printed graphics

Konica Minolta releases a new line of its digital toner presses

Konica Minolta has launched the third generation of its AccurioLabel line of digital toner presses to bring high-end productivity to entry-level markets.

Available as of the start of June with a list price circa £160,000, the AccurioLabel 230 (AL230) will replace the AL190. With Konica Minolta taking orders now, the new machine will make its show debut at Labelexpo in Belgium on 24-27 September.

The most significant upgrade to its predecessor is its speed of 23.4m/min. The AL230 can print at

Mimaki announces strategic partnership with Gravograph

Mimaki USA, a global industry leader of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, announces a strategic partnership with Gravograph, part of the Gravotech Group, a worldwide leader of innovative engraving, cutting and marking solutions for CNC rotary milling/engraving machines and Galvo and gantry laser systems. The partnership allows Mimaki USA to distribute Gravotech’s products, including mechanical and laser engravers as well as engraving materials, throughout the U.S.

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