Wide-format digital printer manufacture Océ, Trumbull, Conn., announces the publication of Choosing the Right UV Flatbed Printer, a new guide that walks buyers through all aspects of UV flatbed technology so they can make intelligent, informed decisions.

The decision to purchase a direct-to-board UV-curing flatbed printer may seem straightforward, but it is a bit more complex than one might think. Potential buyers need to not only find the style and model that suits their business today, but one that will also accommodate future growth. The Océ guide covers the following topics:

? Printer Format—Hybrid moving bed vs. true flatbed.
? Printhead Technology—Grayscale vs. fixed droplet.
? Operational Considerations—Covering ink costs, power consumption, user maintenance requirements and environmental considerations.
? Service and Support—Buying a printer isn’t just about installing and running hardware.
? Curing Technology—Discussing mercury vapor lamps as well as UV-LED systems.
? Inks—Do you really need white?
? Before the Print—Which RIP to use?

The Choosing the Right UV Flatbed Printer buyers guide can be downloaded from