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Roland extends metallic ink printer range

On the back of its VersaCamm VS-640 metallic and white ink capable print-and-cut inkjet machine launched in February Roland DG (UK) has now added three smaller versions. The company has also introduced the VersaUV LEC-540, a 1.37m version of its VersaUV LEC-330 roll- and sheet-fed UV-curable print-and-cut solution.

Cestrian takes UK’s first HP TJ8550

Cestrian Imaging has bought the UK’s first HP TJ8550 UV large-format printer to provide VDP for point-of-sale work. Directors Phill Reynolds and Paul Whitehurst and were won over by the supplier’s claim that the new machine, printing at speeds of up to 480 m²/hr, will help consolidate its position as one of the UK’s leading retail specialists. They are convinced that the machine’s use of high-intensity inks to produce vibrant high resolution collateral with selective gloss areas, coupled with its ability to print on a wide range of environmentally friendly substrates (including PP and PE), will tick all the boxes for retailers and provide a competitive edge.

Inca appoints business development manager

Large-format printer manufacturer Inca Digital has appointed Dr Nigel Sherman as its first business development manager. “The sophistication and capabilities of inkjet technology have evolved very quickly and with Dr Sherman on board we are in a strong position to evaluate and take advantage of these new opportunities to further grow the business," said Inca CEO Dr Linda Bell. "He has the right mix of skills and experience to spearhead the company's commercial expansion into new areas.”

Roland and EFI partner

Roland DG's newest and most popular inkjet printers are now supported by EFI colour management/production software including Print Pack 2 for EFI Colorproof XF and Fiery XF 4.1 Rip.  Roland printers now supported include VersaUV UV-LED printer/cutters, Soljet Pro III XJ and XC, the VersaCamm VP-i and SP-i series, and the VersaArt RS four-colour printers offered as eco-solvent models.