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Apsom Technologies installs Sovikaa MICRO 2000
UV hybrid printers at Perfect Scan and Ink Gurus Graphics

Mumbai-based Apsom Technologies, one of the leading importers and dealers of a range of wide-format printers in India, has installed Sovikaa MICRO 2000 UV hybrid printers at Perfect Scan in Indore and Ink Gurus Graphics at Ram Mandir, Mumbai. Installations of the new UV hybrid printers have improved the overall production volume and print quality of both the signage companies. Sovikaa MICRO 2000 is a heavy duty hybrid UV printer which can print on both roll and flat materials. The printer is supplied by XENONS from China to Apsom Technologies in India.

The variable dot printing technology of Sovikaa MICRO 2000 creates smooth colour tone and less graininess. The printer is of 20 m width with optional ONYX software, and it features UV LED cold curing technology. Equipped with TOSHIBA grey scale printhead, Sovikaa MICRO 2000 prints with media movement on conveyer belt, capable to take media in roll form and flat material upto 100 mm height. Apsom Technologies ties up with various multinational companies from Japan, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Europe and others.

Monotech delivers India’s first
GCC UV flatbed printer to PRO LAB

Monotech Systems has installed India’s first GCC JF-240UV multi-purpose UV flatbed printer at Bengaluru-based PRO LAB. Founded in 2006, PRO LAB is known for its long history of innovative photo printing and photo book making service, as they deliver world-class photo products like photo prints in all sizes (4x6 to 44x100 inch) and photo books using both traditional silver halide printers and latest offset digital printers in HD quality. Also included in the company’s portfolio are album box presentations, decorative canvas, fine art prints and innovative photo gift products.

On the adoption of the new GCC UV flatbed, Naveen Kumar, Founder, PRO LAB, says, “GCC is a unique quality machine. This machine is just brilliant and delivers our motto ‘Where Quality Matters’. Now we are confident that we are going to create various applications and do wonder with the GCC JF-240UV flatbed printer, which is designed with high throughput, standard dual-UV LED lamps, one liter bulk ink, four colours (CMYK) and optional varnish and white that offer outstanding print quality, texture effects and more for short run and on-demand printing.” Eliminating the limitation of printing, it churns a maximum of 30cm tall object and 50x60 cm print area, offering flexibility of creating an extensive range of applications including multi-layer printing, EZRotary, replica painting, membrane switch panel, PVC card, ADA sign and many more.

Mehta Cad Cam announces
new installations of its CNC router

Mehta CNC, manufactured an indigenously by Mehta Cad Cam Systems, is one of the widely acclaimed CNC routers in the Indian market and beyond. Recently, the machine has been installed at the production facilities of around half dozen companies located in different cities and towns around the country and some offshore locations. They are: Sanjari Art (Gujarat), JB Aluminium & Glass Décor (Rajasthan), KIIT-TBI (Odisha), Baban Vaman Chari (Goa), Galaxy Signage (Haryana), Shakti Industrial Equipment (Haryana), Shree Ram Sand Stone Art (Rajasthan), Tashi Foundation (Nepal), Beracah (Kenya), Jayita Cad Cam System (West Bengal), Vinamra Signage Solutions(UP), Star Lazer & Lamps (UP), MLD Outdoor (Maharashtra), Anmol Vatika (UP), Hanuman Wooden Furniture Works (Telangana), Evershine Acrylic Art (Gujarat), Enpay Transformer Components India (Gujarat) and Reliance Industries (Vadodara).

Arihant Digi Prints adopts Efi-VUTEk
5r printer from Arrow Digital

Arrow Digital has recently installed a brand new Efi VUTEk 5r LED roll to roll UV inkjet printer at Arihant Digi Prints in Mumbai. Efi VUTEk 5r is one of the most advanced and the fastest LED UV inkjet printers in the market, with speed up to 5000 sq ft/hour, designed to offer the highest image quality at the highest rated throughput speeds along with the highest range of options. Mitesh Kothari from Arihant Digi Prints says the five-meter UV inkjet printer gives them the opportunity to stand different among the crowd. Sunil Maheshwari from the company adds, “Efi VUTEk 5r LED curing technology delivers cost saving and environmental benefits with resolutions up to 1200 dpi and the printer provides a 7 Color Option with EFI UltraDrop Technology for ultra crispness in print.”

Efi’s UltraDrop technology offers smaller drop sizes and more precise control in the printer, which makes ultra-impressive in print. Beyond all these features, the ‘cool cure’ LED technology of Efi VUTEk 5r empowers Arihant Digi Prints with the ability to do more for less. The printer can handle a variety of flexible and rigid materials and it’s a perfect match for all indoor and outdoor applications including building wraps, billboards, fine art, floor graphics, POP, signage, tradeshow graphics, wallpaper, etc. The printer is also capable of doing three and five layer printing in line and its optional vacuum table can also print rigid media, making the printer most versatile high speed LED printer in its class.

Arrow Digital delivers its first
MCT VersaTech2 to Caterpillar Signs

Arrow Digital has installed its first 3.2 x 3.2m MCT VersaTech2 digital cutting/finishing machine at Caterpillar Signs in Ahmedabad. MCT VersaTech2 is pioneer in ‘all-in-one’ dual convertible conveyor capability. The machine features TigerVision, a next generation technology for accurately scanning and cutting printed graphics. MCT VersaTech2 is patented with dual belt technology for laser cutting and exponentially increasing productivity and throughput when processing roll-to-roll fabrics/textiles. Production facility of Caterpillar Signs is equipped with other machines including EFI GS3250LXPRO UV hybrid printer, GS5250 LXR 5 m RTR printer and Efi-Reggiani, a high speed dye-sublimation printer. The company engages in production of soft signage including flags and banners. In order to improve the activity, they have chosen MCT VersaTech2.

Nishant Shah from Caterpillar Sign says that MCT Versatech2 can thrill anyone with its features, as it’s the only solution which breaks all barriers for finishing. VersaTech2 is the next generation flatbed cutting solution, boasting a newly designed high strength and lighter weight beam for unparalleled cutting speeds and accuracy. The machine allows for full automation and productivity over the entire range of cutting area without compromise. It cuts fabrics without touching the material, and seals edges. The machine can print and kiss cut or just merely cut a range of materials including aluminium, vinyl/plastic badges, labels, rolled vinyl, semi rigid plastics, flexible circuits, rolled fabric, rigid boards, plastics and composites, packaging and cardboard materials, structural materials including POP, foams of varying densities and thicknesses, banner material and much more.

Aestrik Techno-Signs caters Aetecs
true UV flatbed printer to Hi-Tek UV Printing

Mumbai-based Aestrik Techno-Signs, an importer and distributor of a range of printers, CNC routers, cutting plotters and many other products related to the signage/display art market, has installed an Aetecs 2513G true UV flatbed printer at Hi-Tech UV Printing, a popular signage company in Iritty, Payanchery, Kerala. Installation of the new Aetecs printer has boosted the competency in Hi-Tech UV Printing’s production of UV-printed outputs. Aetecs 2513G is a versatile true UV flatbed system designed to churn on a variety of materials, including acrylic, glass, stone, ceramic tile, sun-board, mobile covers and many others. The production facility of Hi-Tech UV Printing is equipped with other printers and machines for textile printing and laser-cut applications.