Epson has launched two new products that will be on display at PacPrint in May.
The SureColor S9160 eco-solvent printer has been launched for high-quality durable signage and will be on the Epson stand at PacPrint in Sydney.
First seen by Sprinter at drupa in Düsseldorf last year, the 64-inch SureColor S9160 is the first in the next generation of its critically acclaimed SureColor S-Series eco-solvent printers replacing the flagship SC-S80600 and SC-S80660L model.
“The SC-S9160 sets a new standard in signage printing by delivering exceptional image quality, an expanded colour gamut, unparalleled productivity and a compact, user-friendly design,” Epson said.
The second product on display at the Epson stand at PacPrint in Sydney in May is the SureColor G6060 – its first ever wide-format printer designed exclusively for direct-to-film production.
According to Epson, the SureColor G6060 addresses the growing demand for fabric and merchandise customisation.
Epson SureColor S9160
The SC-S9160 is equipped with Epson’s latest user-replaceable 2.64” PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead, and features an integrated temperature sensor, nozzle verification technology and nozzle replacement.
The SC-S9160 utilises an advanced 11-colour ink set, including red, orange and an all-new green, as well as opaque white ink, which can be used on clear or dark substrates to add versatility and enhance colour. This expanded ink set delivers a broad colour gamut and enables vibrant and accurate prints on a variety of media types, including vinyl, canvas, film, wallpaper and other roll media up to 1626 mm.
“The SureColor S-Series printers have built the standard for quality in the signage market over the years, renowned for their reliability, exceptional colour gamut, colour consistency and accuracy,” said Shuhei Sato, product manager, professional print solutions, Epson Australia.
“The new SC-S9160 builds on these strengths, integrating the latest imaging technologies to elevate performance to the next level. The SureColor S9160 is a complete solution for businesses looking to achieve the highest quality standards in signage printing.”
The S9160 printer is designed with the user in mind with compact dimensions, a flat-top and low-profile design with a clear top window, ensuring easy operation. The printer also features an advanced auto tension control system for high-precision media feeding and an included media lifter. The 4.3-inch tiltable touchscreen also offers more convenient operation with animated instructions to enhance the overall user experience.
The SC-S9160 stands at the forefront of eco-friendly innovation. Approximately 30 per cent of the plastic used in its hardware is made from recycled materials, which reflects Epson’s ongoing commitment to reusing resources and reducing waste. The UltraChrome GS3 eco-solvent inks used are low-VOC, which reduces environmental footprint. The printer also offers the opportunity to install either 800 ml or 1,500 ml of any colour to best suit any print signage business’ workflow needs while reducing plastic waste.
To further optimise productivity and profitability for users, the SC-S9160 integrates with Epson’s powerful management tools, including Epson Edge Print Pro RIP software and Epson Cloud Solution PORT. These tools offer comprehensive reporting, tracking and costing tools enabling businesses to streamline their operations.
Epson SureColor G6060
Designed to meet the requirements of garment creators and merchandise manufacturers, the SureColor G6060 expands on Epson’s extensive range of fabric printers and is the first model dedicated to direct-to-film production.
Aimed at volume production, it has been designed to deliver consistent quality output with a low running cost, minimum maintenance and a high duty cycle.
Epson Australia business marketing manager for professional print solutions Gordon Kerr said, “Epson has many years’ experience in the fabric market and has grow to be one of the world’s largest providers of print solutions. We understand that quality and consistency is important for customer satisfaction. We also understand maximising reliability while minimising parts and labour expenditure are key to profitable business. The new SureColor G6060 ticks all these boxes and complete with its new designation, is a perfect fit within our fabric line-up.”
In practical terms by employing the DTF process the SureColor G6060 makes adding images and logos to shirts, pants and accessories simple and straightforward and thus enables imaging on a much wider range of material.
Garment manufacturers seeking a dedicated DTFilm production system can now easily and cost-effectively create custom workwear and teamwear. They can produce event and show merchandise alongside value-add clothing and a wide range of other items including coasters, umbrellas, notepads and binders.
The SureColor G6060 features a compact design with all-front-loaded consumables. It supports film in rolls up to 900mm wide and 250mm in diameter. It incorporates an auto-cutter for sheet-based production and can be used ‘in-line’ with a range of third-party powder shaker/oven machines for roll-based production.
A 1.33” 8 channel PrecisionCore Micro TFP printhead supports print speeds up to 17m2/hr in colour + white and 32.6m2/hr in white or colour only1. Ink-less nozzle status monitoring, auto-head cleaning, auto cap-cleaning and continuous white-ink recirculation ensure consistent high-quality output with maximum productivity and minimum waste.
The printer uses 1.6L UltraChrome DF ink packs that are cost-effective to order, easy to agitate, quick and mess-free to load. Epson Precision Dot image processing ensures the SC-G6060 can produce accurate and consistent prints with bright colour and an enhanced gamut.
The SC-G6060 has been purpose-built for fast and efficient production. It is designed to operate with minimal operator oversight and minimum manual maintenance. It requires only a few minutes each week to ensure smooth and reliable operation.
Finally, the printer features integrated support for Epson’s Cloud Solution PORT2 service. This free web-based service can be accessed from desktop PCs for direct management as well as Android and iOS devices for remote monitoring. The PORT service provides advanced reporting and costing tools while facilitating enhanced support and service for maximum uptime.
“The SureColor G6060 is a great addition to Epson’s fabric range and should be well received by manufacturers with volume DTFilm production needs,” Kerr said.
For users with lower requirements and/or those who wish to produce a mix of DTG and DTFilm we will continue to recommend our SC-F1060, SC-F2260 and SC-F3000 models.”
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