Your Weekly Rundown of Large Format Printing News [Week 47, 2024]
Welcome to this week’s edition of Printing TLDR! From award-winning innovations to exciting collaborations, here’s everything you need to know in the world of large format printing—all in under 5 minutes.
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Roland DG Brings Texture to Life with Inspire Award Win
Rundown:
Roland DG’s DG DIMENSE technology won the Inspire Award for “Best Wallcoverings/Wall Treatment” at BDNY 2024. This groundbreaking technology creates stunning 3D textured prints, redefining interior design.
Key Takeaways:
Integrates textured printing into a single, seamless process.
Eco-friendly solution for creating unique wallcoverings and graphics.
Delivers intricate designs with up to 1.5mm raised effects.
Why it matters:
This technology opens new markets for print professionals, enabling them to offer value-added services for interior design and branding projects.
Avery Dennison Adds Matte & Luster to Your Print Arsenal
Rundown:
Avery Dennison expands its DOL Max series with two new finishes—DOL 1370 Max (luster) and DOL 1380 Max (matte). These films protect graphics from UV damage while enhancing their visual appeal.
Key Takeaways:
Offers enhanced color vibrancy and durability.
Ideal for vehicle wraps, signage, and outdoor applications.
Provides up to 7 years of vertical and 2 years of horizontal durability.
Why it matters:
These new options address growing market demand for high-quality, long-lasting finishes in challenging environments.
Xaar VersaTex Printbar Takes Jet Printing to the Next Level
Rundown:
Xaar’s VersaTex Printbar integrates into Jet IQ to enable precise, high-quality printing across a variety of substrates. The system targets the packaging and industrial markets with advanced print capabilities.
Key Takeaways:
Supports multi-material printing with precision control.
Increases customization options for packaging.
Streamlines high-volume production workflows.
Why it matters:
This innovation empowers businesses to meet diverse printing needs, particularly in packaging and industrial applications, with higher precision and flexibility.
Europe’s Best Wrapper Crowned at Roland DG Championship
Rundown:
Roland DG and BWT Alpine F1 Team collaborated on a high-stakes wrapping competition, celebrating the best in vehicle wrap creativity and skill across Europe.
Key Takeaways:
Highlights the importance of precision and design in vehicle wrapping.
Encourages innovation in wrapping techniques.
Brings industry recognition to skilled wrappers.
Why it matters:
Competitions like this inspire creativity and set new benchmarks for quality and craftsmanship in the vehicle wrapping industry.
Highcon and Hybrid Collaboration Streamlines Digital Die Cutting
Rundown:
Highcon and Hybrid Software announced a partnership to enhance digital die-cutting workflows. This collaboration integrates their technologies for faster, more efficient packaging and large-format print production.
Key Takeaways:
Streamlines complex die-cutting processes.
Reduces production time and waste.
Improves precision for packaging applications.
Why it matters:
This partnership addresses a key industry need for cost-effective and efficient production workflows, allowing businesses to scale operations while maintaining quality.
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