Above: The new Epson the SureColor V1060 UV desktop merchandise printer
Epson has announced the SureColor V1060, its first ever A4 UV desktop printer. The new printer is ideal for customising merchandise and promotional items on demand, making it an ideal solution for retail and event environments.
The SC-V1060 enables direct printing onto a vast array of materials, including acrylic, metals, wood, canvas and more with superior image quality, colour accuracy, and finely detailed text, according to Epson. In terms of media handling, the SC-V1060 supports substrates up to 297mm x 210mm (A4), and up to 70mm in thickness allowing users to print on thicker materials.
UV curable UltraChrome UV ink with CMYK+White+Varnish provides a stunning output on both rigid and flexible materials with Epson Precision Dot and Variable Sized Dot Technology (VSDT), additional white ink and varnish can be applied as a layer or spot colour for enhanced image expression and finish quality. The compact (W699 x D699 x H426mm) design also enables the new printer to fit neatly into retail environments.
Above: Bottle opener printed on with the new Epson the SureColor V1060 UV desktop merchandise printer
Epson Australia confirmed to Sprinter that the V1060 will be sold through its signage dealers.
“We may also have some of our other (large format printer) LFP category dealers who will want to carry this product and if so, they will be announced closer to the launch in the second half of 2024,” the company stated.
Shuhei Sato, product manager of Professional Print Solutions Division at Epson Australia, said the SureColor V1060 is an innovative printer and a “game-changer” in the world of UV printing.
“We are excited to see this affordable solution opening up new creative horizons for retailers, designers and small businesses,” said Sato.
Designed with the user in mind, the SC-V1060 also features an intuitive 4.3” touchscreen, user-friendly interface, and fully automated cleaning system.
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