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Arrow Digital to distribute
Massivit 3D printers


Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Arrow Digital is one of the leading distributors of a line of imported high-end wide-format printers in the Indian graphic art market. The company has added a new groundbreaking printer to its portfolio — Massivit 1800 3D printing system — from Massivit 3D Printing Technologies, a renowned Israeli manufacturer of large-format 3D printing solutions. Massivit 1800 3D, an advanced large-format 3D printing solution, based on GDP (Gel Dispensing Printing) technology, is designed to ignite a market explosion in 3D object printing for varied applications. And it is believed that Massivit 3D is now going to set a new revolution in advertising after digital printing.

Being a fast large-format 3D printer, Massivit 1800 system is rated to be fastest in the class that can print objects up to 1.8 m/6ft high and grow them at up to 35cm/1ft per hour. The system is also equipped with dual process option which allows for easy printing of two different objects in parallel. Last, but not the least, Massivit 1800 offers economical 3D printing as it is featured with special software features and its support-less printing results in fairly low material consumption.

Massivit 1800 printer enables the creation of large 3D objects in a variety of markets worldwide. It allows PSPs, scenic fabricators and 3D service bureaus to produce unique, customised, unmatched large-format 3D figures for a variety of uses for advertising, events design, theme creation of environments and more.

At the heart of Massivit 1800 is the proprietary GDP (Gel Dispensing Printing) technology which is based on the unique dimengel printing material that Massivit 3D has developed. For more information, write in at: sales@arrow-digital.com or visit: www.arrow-digital.com


HP Inc adds chromatic red ink
to new DesignJet Z Series


Making an impact for graphics and technical applications, HP Inc has expanded its proven HP DesignJet Z-series portfolio of high-impact graphics printers with a 44-inch multi-roll printer and a most affordable 24-inch high-impact graphics printer. HP DesignJet Z5600 and Z2600 PostScript Printers come with a six-ink printing system, which helps PSPs cut cost by reducing ink consumption up to 20 percent, while still ensuring crisp colours. These devices, designed for copy shops, retailers and corporations, specifically GIS departments, team up with newly offered HP chromatic red ink which enhances the colour gamut, ideal for high-impact point of purchase (POP) signs and posters.

HP DesignJet Z5600 and Z2600 PostScript Printers produce diverse applications efficiently and with the highest quality standards, from eye-catching signs and posters to durable maps and technical drawings. For greater line accuracy and colour reliability, HP Professional PANTONE colour emulation is included with Adobe PostScript/PDF, HP-GL/2.


Arlon’s recently launched DPF 6100XLP wrap
film makes vehicle wrapping speedier


DPF 6100XLP, Arlon’s recently launched digital print wrap film, is set to make vehicle wrap installations even speedier. The gloss white cast film comes with the company’s new XLP low profile X-Scape air release technology, which makes it easily repositionable to allow quick and easy bubble free application. The outstanding feature of DPF 6100XLP is its excellent bonding characteristic and conformability around rivets, channels, contours, complex curves and recesses, making it particularly suitable for commercial vehicle wraps. In addition, DPF 6100XLP is compatible with a wide range of printing systems, including latex, solvent, eco-solvent and UV printers. The film is available, alongside the entire Arlon DPF 6000 Series range.


Debarati Sen appointed as new 3M India MD

3M India has appointed Debarati Sen as its new managing director; and she holds the post for 3M Lanka Pvt Ltd too. She takes over the post from Amit Laroya, who led the company for the past three years and is now moving to 3M Korea. Debarati Sen joined 3M in 1996 and has been part of the company for over two decades now. She has worked across various verticals and held key positions including chief marketing officer and global business director at 3M.

Post her appointment as the MD, her new role will focus on innovation, aligning the organisation closely to customer needs in the Indian market. 3M India was established in the country in 1988 and has completed more than 25 years of operation. The company leverages its global innovation expertise to develop a range of products including signage printing materials and others addressing unique needs of diverse customers in different market segments.




Roland CAMM-1 GS-24 cutter
now comes with included stand


Roland CAMM-1 GS-24, one of Roland DG’s most advanced desktop cutters, now comes with an included stand. This gives customers the option of using the GS-24 as a desktop unit, or on the cutter’s durable, easily-mobile stand.

Featuring a completely redesigned cutting carriage and blade holder, the GS-24 offers increased downforce of up to 350 grams for unsurpassed cutting ease, precision and efficiency. It cuts through vinyl, paint mask, reflective vinyl, twill, heat transfers, sandblast material, and more at speeds of up 20 inches per second. Overlap cutting (up to 10 x) also makes the GS-24 ideal for cutting thicker media, such as magnetic materials and card stock. Additional features of the cutter include a perforated cutting function for creating ready-for-sale labels and decals, bundled Roland CutStudio software, and a Three-Year Trouble-Free Warranty.




EPSON Indonesia opens new inkjet printer factory

EPSON announces that its Indonesian manufacturing subsidiary PT Indonesia Epson Industry has begun production at a new inkjet printer assembly factory as part of the company’s strategic plans for its inkjet printer (printing solutions) business. In connection to this, EPSON Indonesia recently had an inaugural function for guests including representatives of the Indonesian government. The factory, which was acquired from another company in July 2013, lies adjacent to the current lot and was refurbished at a cost of about three billion yen in FY 2015 (ended March 2016). The company will expand its production capacity in the future as warranted by demand and plans to increase its workforce to 12,000 from the current level of about 10,000.

In addition to production and logistics functions, EPSON Indonesia has a printer design function too. The company’s design capabilities will be strengthened in the future to tailor products to the needs of emerging markets, design products for easier manufacturability, and accelerate product development cycle times.




EFI acquires Optitex for digital
transformation in textile printing


EFI has announced the acquisition of Optitex, an emerging, fast growing global leader in integrated 3D design software that enables the textile industry’s digital transformation. Following the acquisition, Optitex will be integrated into EFI's Productivity Software business unit. Optitex's 3D technology and best practices enable the textile industry's leading retailers, brands and manufacturers to transform how they do business, gaining benefits of significantly improved time to market, cost and efficiency gains, as well as enabling new capabilities for their design, sales and marketing activities.

Optitex technology, combined with EFI Reggiani digital printers, is set to expand EFI’s textile ecosystem and help customers garner new standards for time-to-market, ondemand manufacturing, cost efficiency and automation in the textile industry.




Mehta Cad Cam redefines
UV flatbed and eco-solvent printing


Since there has been missing of good quality UV flatbed systems in small format in the Indian market, Mehta Cad Cam Systems finally comes up with a solution stating that their newly launched Rasterjet RJ 455 is the answer to the requirement. The new UV flatbed printer is equipped with the latest RICOH printhead—RICOH GX 2220. This new RICOH printhead is featured with three pico litre drop size, available at economical price. Rasterjet RJ 455 is featured with a printing area of 450mm x 500mm, equipped with industrial servo motor, negative pressure system. Also, the other added features of the printer include its ink configuration of CMYK white & varnish as optional.

Rasterjet RJ 455 has variable dot printing (grey scale printing) technology. And the printer is the best choice for printing on wooden toys, glass, PU, packaging materials, metal, leather, ceramic tiles, among others. In addition, another marvel from Mehta Cad Cam Systems is the Gongzheng eco-solvent printer, featured with real variable dot technology and EPSON DX5 printhead.

From the company, a new Gongzheng AD-1801 S/AD-1802 S has been unpacked, with improved electric system, core mechanics and ink supply system. Because of the technology and printhead directly from EPSON, PSPs in the Indian signage market are now assured to get high-end eco-solvent printer at economical rate. Moreover, Gongzheng’s new Thunderjet eco-solvent printer is the best choice Mehta Cad Cam Systems recommends to its customers and they believe that their wide and powerful service support throughout the country will make their customers satisfactorily elated.




Mehta Cad Cam delivers
new set of machines countrywide


Mehta Cad Cam Systems has delivered CNC routers, laser engraving & cutting machines, fiber laser metal cutters and Gongzheng solvent printers to a number of signage firms a listed under:

Mehta CNC Routers: Shree Mahavir Traders (Gujarat); Madix Concept Company (Rajasthan); AVM Stones Craft (Karnataka); Propack Shreiner (Karnataka); RR Art Gallery (Rajasthan); Gitanjali Awards (Odisha); Hindustan Advertising (Punjab); Rajeswari Pvc Doors (AP); Groz Engineering Tools (Haryana); Khazana Toys (Haryana); Smart Exteriors (Haryana); Machine Mart (Assam); Samhars Creative Interiors (Telangana); Supreme Sarving & Interior Work (Maharashtra); Akar Art & Acrysign (Silvasa); Balaji Steel Fabricator (Haryana); Sagar Alluminum & Steel Fabricators (Rajasthan); Enpay Transformer Components (Gujarat); and M/S A2 Décor (UP). Laser engraving & cutting machines: AP Clutches India (Gujarat); Asif Han (UP); Techno Aid Associates (Maharashtra); Sheikh Irshad Abdul Rashid (Gujarat); Jayanthi Enterprises (Karnataka); Premier World Sign (Karnataka); Steel Bird (Karnataka); RR Art Gallery (Rajasthan); RK Frame (Rajasthan); Akbar Polish (Tamil Nadu); Utsav Card (Delhi); Groz Engineering Tools (Haryana); Machine Mart (Assam); SM Engineering (Telangana); SCL Cad Cam Systems (MP); Thesis Center (Rajasthan); Deep Art (Punjab); Refro-Chem Industries (Jharkhand); Jayita Cad Cam System (West Bengal); Panchal Décor (Rajasthan); Shree Bhagwati Traders (Maharashtra); IS India UP); 3D Line Graphics (Delhi); Lavish Advertiser (Delhi); OD Creations (Delhi); Glow Vision (UP); Pack Seals Industries (Maharashtra); Shree Deendayal Enterprise (Haryana); Royal Gifts (Rajasthan); Aaps Electronic (Maharashtra); Business Impression (Maharashtra); Ravibhai Ramnikbhai (Gujarat); JMS Universal Technologies (Gujarat); L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering (Gujarat); Shyama Shyam Innovation (Gujarat); Siddharth Syntex (Gujarat); Cee Square Engineers (Maharashtra) and Kalmesh Aloor (Karnataka).

Fiber laser metal cutting machines: Fine Touch Engineering (Punjab); Maharshi Udyog (Gujarat); Cat-Larry (Delhi); SSJ Sheet Metal Components (Maharashtra); Varpar International (Punjab) and CEE Square Engineers (Maharashtra).

Gongzheng: Concept (Gujarat); Creative Prints (Gujarat); New Bombay Store (Gujarat); Swayam Grafix (Maharashtra); Radhe Computer (Rajasthan); Premier World Sign (Karnataka); Deepak Arts (Maharashtra); Machine Mart (Assam); SCL Cad Cam Systems (MP); Jayita Cad Cam System (West Bengal); Veera Venkata Raghavendra Wood Product (AP); Apsara Printing (UP); Swapnil Adventure (UP); Varahi Enterprises (Gujarat); Arun Digital (Maharashtra); Rampage Advertising Agency (J&K); and Shree Ram Engineering (Gujarat).




HP PageWide XL 5000 installed at Bansal Electrostat

New Delhi-based Bansal Electrostat invests in HP PageWide XL 5000, which is now installed at the company’s Nehru Place shop. Adoption of the powerful, efficient monochrome and colour production machine has increased the production volume and quality in outputs of Bansal Electrostat.

“This HP machine can produce up to 14D/A1 pages/ minute and perfectly designed for display graphics production,” says Ketan Bansal of Bansal Electrostat.




ORAFOL introduces ORACLE 970
premium matt wrapping film


ORAFOL has launched its new ORACLE 970 premium matt wrapping film, which is darker than the night, softer than velvet. The new black material will complement the range already consisting of standard matt and glossy finish versions. As per a source from the company, there is a big fashion trend right now for matt black cars—a trend started some time ago, is now catching all across the industry at global level to a larger extent. The more matt the better and ORAFOL had had many requests for a material even more matt than their normal standard. Thus the introduction of ORACLE 970, which is premium matt wrapping film designed for the upmost application.




SII Printek introduces new RC1536 printhead

SII Printek, a unit of Seiko Holding Group, has introduced RC1536 printhead, the newest addition to their industrial inkjet printhead range. Featuring an extra wide printwidth (108mm) that enables print-bars to be configured with a small number of printheads, RC1536 is designed to work at low-voltage thereby reducing initial investment to driver electronics with the additional benefit of low energy consumption. Isolated channel technology of the new printhead allows to operate at high frequency (up to 40kHz) and achieve 8 levels of greyscale with a drop range size between 13pl to 100pl. It provides sufficient throughput for high speed industrial productions. Additionally, RC1536 ensures a long and stable operation without wasting ink or time. And it is adaptable to a wide variety of applications, such as ceramic tiles, corrugated cardboars, textiles, varnish, 3D, printed electronics and other customised fluids.




Zund sets new standard for productivity with D3 Cutter

With its new D3 Cutter, Zünd brings a new, dual-beam system for high volume, industrial applications. Together with Zünd Cut Center – ZCC, the new cutter is part of a complete cutting/ finishing solution that offers the ultimate in performance and productivity – from prepress processing to final product.

Depending on job characteristics and cut contours, the new Zünd D3 is capable of doubling the throughput. The cutting system is largely based on the proven technology of the company’s G3 series. This means superb cutting accuracy across the entire working area, maximum modularity, and user-friendly operation. Furthermore, D3 is capable of handling an equally wide spectrum of materials.




Invisible ink from Mimaki

One of the latest innovations from Mimaki is its ‘invisible ink’ introduced recently. The ink is visible only under UV lighting and best designed for security applications. It can also be used for commercial purposes on wallpaper, tables and other elements of room interiors for an otherworldly atmosphere under special lighting. One of the other possible commercial applications of the ink would be printing on beer bottles that can ‘light up’ a club experience. Mimaki has also announced application produced by a 3D concept printer designed specifically for signage and display graphics and the industrial products markets. This is a full-colour UV inkjet method for high definition 3D printing that drew a great deal of interest when the company showcased it at the recent drupa 2016.




Mutoh launches new ValueJet
UV-LED hybrid high-speed printer


Mutoh announces the launch of a new ValueJet 1638UH, which is designed for highspeed hybrid printing. This 64 inch UV-LED hybrid printer can take roll and rigid substrates. The new model features dual staggered printheads and dual UV lamps, a design engineered to push print speed up to 220 sq ft/hr and decrease cure time. PSPs using this new hybrid system can print on media up to a ˝ inch thick with maximum resolution of 1440 dpi. Available configurations of the printer include dual CMYK or CMYK + white + varnish. The 1638UH also features Intelligent Interweave printing, designed to eliminate banding. Packed with this new printer are Mutoh Edition FlexiSign & Print software and ValueJet Status Monitor app for remote monitoring.




Canon introduces new Oce Arizona 2200 Series

Latest into the product line of Canon is the new Oce Arizona 2200 Series of UV flatbed printers, which are designed with enhanced solution for PSPs, fine art print producers and photo labs. In order to address the demand for increased capacity and versatility without compromising on print quality, these newly released Oce Arizona 2260 and 2280 printers enable PSPs to capitalise on new market opportunities and explore a wider range of applications. Built on the success of the marketleading Arizona 600 series, the Océ Arizona 2200 series allows PSPs to meet shorter customer deadlines and improve production capacity by delivering sellable prints at speeds of up to 63.4 sq m/hr.

The new Onyx Thrive workflow solution coupled with the Océ ProCut digital cutting system in the new Oce Arizona Series further optimises productivity by supplying a seamless workflow right across all display graphics applications. PSPs are able to make the best use of substrates, minimise waste and benefit from additional cost savings via the automated finishing software, which pre-empts errors and eliminates costly reprints. The true flatbed architecture offers superb edge-to-edge and double-sided printing on almost any rigid media, including unconventionally shaped, heavy, smooth or pre-cut media.


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