PacPrint 2017 News

Fujifilm has confirmed that its new Acuity LED 3200R 3.2 metre UV wide format will be exhibited at PacPrint, next to its established 1.6 metre sibling, the Acuity LED 1600. “We’re very excited about the LED 3200 making it to PacPrint in time,” says Fujifilm Graphic Systems Division Manager Warren Hinder. “Releasing a new product is not just a question of flying it in; technical staff need to be trained, supply chain established and so on. It uses a new type of Uvijet ink because of the low-energy LED method of curing, which is much more environmentally friendly and economical than metal halide UV curing.” Fujifilm first introduced LED curing in the highly successful Acuity 1600 LED; approximately 900 units of the LED 1600 have been sold worldwide. Because LED UV uses lower energy and a different bandwidth of UV light, the inks used need to be matched to the spectrum. Fujifilm created the inkset for the 1600 and a new, more flexible Uvijet ‘LF’ inkset for the 3200R. The addition of LF flexible inks opens up the soft signage sector for printing onto fabrics used for backlit panels, exhibition displays, teardrop outdoor banners and pull-up portable displays. Soft signage applications will be showcased on the stand at PacPrint. Top-shelf specifications The 3200R has eight ink channels including white and a clear coat (available later in 2017). Top speed is 110m2 per hour in CMYK 2-pass only mode. In 4-colour mode, standard production is produced at six-pass 40m2 per hour. Using all colours (CMYK + Lc,Lm, W) draft mode is 60 m2 per hour at four-pass and standard production is at 20 m2 per hour with twelve passes. Backlit panel production is a particularly strong feature of the LED 3200R and there is even an on-board backlit display so actual viewing results can be proof-assessed during production. In this mode, sixteen passes are deployed so colours remain saturated and vibrant, with a production speed of 7.5 m2 per hour. Double without trouble Another unique feature is the ability to print two rolls simultaneously. Two rolls of media, each variable up to 1.52 metres in width, can be loaded to print either the same or two different jobs, effectively creating ‘three printers in one’ to increase the versatility of the LED 3200R. This dual roll capability is an excellent production advantage when 1.52 metre production is at its peak and switching back to full 3200mm width is fast and easy. Two RIP variations are available:- ColorGate Production Suite 9 or Caldera’s V10. “I invite anyone looking at the 3.2 metre wide-format roll-to-roll sector to book in for a demonstration on this remarkable machine,” says Hinder,” it ticks all the boxes for the environment, occupational safety, low power consumption, versatility and, as for the image quality; we’ll let that speak for itself at PacPrint – the colours are vibrant and very wide gamut.” Fujifilm Graphic Systems will be co-located with Fuji Xerox Australia on stand E10, one of the largest at the PacPrint show. www.fujifilm.com.au/graphic-systems Read More. . .

Visit us at PacPrint 23 - 26 May on Stand G70 Check out the Epson F-2000 DTG Printer plus Stahls Heat Press. The Epson F-2000 printer, a universal printing system for low to medium volumes.  We are showcasing the F-2000 together with a pre-treatment system called SpraJet from Nite and the high quality and enduring Stahls heat presses. Click here to read moreRead More. . .

Oppboga Outdoor Board The only paper-based board that doesn't mind the weather. Outdoor signage is traditionally perceived to be printable only on plastics or film-laminated materials. It's time to recycle that notion - if only you could! Fluted plastics are not easily recyclable and most end up being incinerated or as landfill. Now there is the Swedish Oppboga Outdoor Board from Starleation - new for PacPrint. It's paper-pulp based, contains high percentage of already recucled fibre and is 100% recyclable once the campaign is over. It's even FSC certified. But wait, we hear you say? It's paper and will go soggy in the rain. NOT SO! See it at PacPrint - only from Starleaton on Stand E30 Read more here Read More. . .

Roland DG - Stand I10 Visit the Roland DG stand to see the latest in Roland DG's range of market leading solutions including the TrueVis VG and SG Series Printer Cutters, the VersaUV LEF Series UV Benchtop printers,the SOLJET EJ-640 High volume Printer, the Texart RT-640 Dye Sublimation Printer and much more. Witness the innovative new custom-built Mobile Imagination Centre, and learn from the experts with a series of information sessions being delivered on the stand. www.rolanddg.com.auRead More. . .

Oce Colorado 1640 As part of Canon's global roll out of the Colorado 1640, Australia and PacPrint has been chosen as one of the first events in the world to showcase this game-changing technology. Built upon Canon's unique UVGel technology the colorado 1640 offers high speed roll to roll printing with lower cost of ownership and operation. Utilising UVgel technology display printers now can "have it all" with a print technology that has no odour, instant dry, wide colour gamut and operates in a low temperature environment. With print speeds up to 159 square metres an hour the Colorado 1640 creates a new category for speed, quality and value. Drop by the Canon stand (G10) at PacPrint and discover why your next printer will probably be a Colorado.Read More. . .

Starleaton’s store of colour knowledge has just received a big boost after the return of staffers Russell Cavenagh and Peter Way from a comprehensive training course held at the Print Media Hub, Singapore. Conducted by X-Rite’s International Application Specialist for EMEA, Wolfgang Renner, the 2-day course covered full training on complete Workflow of X-Rite’s job-oriented colour quality control system, iQC Print and Ink Formulation Software, IFS6 with the eXact hand-held spectrophotometer device and IntelliTrax press-side system. Included in the course was actual laboratory work at the IGT Test Laboratory – the world’s leading testing and research body for graphic techniques, headquartered in the Netherlands with Singapore and USA branches. The Pantone Live cloud-based matching system for Pantone special colours was also covered. “The Singapore X-Rite course was and eye-opener,” says Starleaton’s colour management leader and NSW state sales manager Cavenagh, “Peter and I learnt so much more about the directions high-end colour management is taking, particularly with packaging, Flexo, Gravure and Offset. We look forward to sharing this knowledge with customers and at PacPrint in May.” Starleaton will devote a large area of its stand to X-Rite and colour management at PacPrint 2017, Melbourne Exhibition Centre from May 23-26 on stand E30 right in the middle of the show.Read More. . .

Print in all its forms may well be much cleaner than it used to be – but you still can’t overstate the value of a convenient hand wipe to deal with sticky situations, says Ray Graham, Managing Director of Burg Design which is bringing a range of safe and effective wipes and cleaning products to PacPrint 2017. The company’s feature product is RIDOF Waterless Hand Wipes, which can clean even filthy hands within seconds, without the need for water, Graham says. “RIDOF wipes are probably the world’s safest and most effective way to clean your hands and remove stains. They’re made from all natural ingredients, so they’re environmentally friendly, and they don’t contain any of the petrochemicals or toxic solvents which can cause sore hands or rashes – in fact, they actually moisturise the skin as well as cleansing, helping to prevent and eliminate dermatitis conditions.” The wipes, which come in four sizes, are not only convenient, but save water and are extremely cost-effective. “We’ve also trialled them specifically for print applications, and our extensive testing shows that they easily remove all types of permanent printing ink; in fact, their performance is earning them plenty of compliments from the print service providers who are already using them,” he adds. As well as the hand wipes, Burg Design will showcase its new range of RIDOF Soda Wipes, which are ideal for cleaning everything from machine surfaces and work benches, to kitchen benchtops and cooktops, bathrooms and even shower screens. “Wipes might not seem that important, but RIDOF hand wipes and Soda cleaning wipes are effective, affordable and sustainable – and when it comes to creating safe, convenient and environmentally friendly workplaces, little things can make a big difference.” Burg Design will demonstrate its full range of products at PacPrint on Stand E57.Read More. . .

Please join PacPrint and Visual Impact 2017 exhibitors for drinks and canapes at a special late night opening on Wednesday 24th. This is an opportunity for those unable to get away during the day to experience on of Australia's leading showcases for printing, sign and graphic communications. PacPrint 2017 late night with drinks and canapes will be from 5.00pm to 6.30pm Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Tue 23 May 2017 10am - 6pm Wed 24 May 2017 10am - 7pm Thu 25 May 2017 10am - 6pm Fri 26 May 10am - 4pm Read more...........Read More. . .

Oce Colorade 1640 As part of Canon's global roll-out of the Colorado 1640, Australia and PacPrint has been chosen as one of the first events in the world to showcase this game-changing technology. Built upon Canon's unique UVgel technology the Colorado 1640 offers high speed roll to roll printing with lower cost of ownership and operation. Utilising UVgel technology display printers now can "have it all" with a print technology that has no odour, instant dry, wide colour gamut and operates in a low temperature environment. With print speeds up to 159 square metres an hour the Colorado 1640 creates a new category for speed, quality and value. Drop by the Canon stand (G10) at PacPrint and discover why your next printer will probably be a Colorado. Read more.............. Read More. . .

Fujifilm Graphic Systems will be exhibiting alongside Fuji Xerox Australia on PacPrint’s second largest stand, stand E10, from May 23-26 at Melbourne’s Exhibition Centre. The theme is ‘Value from Innovation.’ Fujifilm Holdings Corporation of Japan is 75% owner of Fuji Xerox and 100% owner of Fujifilm. The two local subsidiaries have developed closer ties, with Fuji Xerox Australia now reselling Fujifilm’s Acuity range of flatbed and roll UV printers and inks. Graphic Systems Division Manager Warren Hinder notes: “It makes sense for us to exhibit in the same area as our sister company Fuji Xerox Australia – it’s also more convenient for our customers in both Australia and New Zealand since many have offset, digital cut-sheet and wide format capabilities and can see them all in close proximity.” Hinder emphasises that the Fujifilm area of stand E10 will be both distinct but also blended with Fuji Xerox’s: “We will have a major focus on our Superia and ZAC plate systems for cost-savings and lower chemical use in offset prepress. XMF automated workflow will have its own demonstration ‘pod’ where printshop owners can get hands-on with what we believe is the easiest-to-use and most advanced workflow for modern businesses.” New inkjet technologies As one of the world’s largest suppliers of inkjet inks, printheads and hardware, Fujifilm will showcase its impressive inkjet portfolio with working technology on-stand as well as in static print display areas. At the highest end of flatbed UV production is the Inca Digital range which, while the sheer size of these machines precludes live demonstrations, so Fujifilm will present a Pop-up Corrugated Display area (example pictured), with several Inca-printed samples on the floor. Fujifilm distribute the UK-manufactured Inca Digital presses, which are capable of up to 900 square metres per hour of high quality flatbed UV output. Visitors to the Fujifilm area of stand E10 are sure to find a friendly local face as the company will be bringing in account managers from all corners of Australia and also New Zealand. Hinder says, “All of the team are looking forward to PacPrint 2017 and meeting up with customers both old and new. We hope to demonstrate the true value of our innovations which, as a global company, are always developed with the environment and social responsibility in mind, along with lower costs of use that translate into better business propositions for our customers. We extend a warm welcome to all PacPrint visitors.” For more information, visit www.fujifilm.com.au Read More. . .