The SC-F series enables single person media loading to speed up productivityPerfect Colours has expanded the range of Epson products that it provides by adding the entry-level textile SureColor SC-F series to its stable.

The new engines will sit alongside the HP Latex and Mutoh ValueJet lines in the range of machines with fabric-printing functionality offered by the reseller, although represent its first foray into dedicated dye-sublimation. The machines are offered with an introductory course run by Perfect Colours in order to speed up the process of moving into textile print production.

The SC-F series is currently being shown around the UK as part of Perfect Colour's Epson Roadshow and is available in two sizes – the 1.11m SC-F6000 and the 1.63m SC-F7100. Both engines come with an ink refill system that incorporates one litre ink containers to extend the maximum print run length possible.

"Our experience with Epson technologies, including the latest wave of PrecisionCore TFP print-head technology, and our support-led approach make this a natural extension for both Perfect Colours and our customers," believes Jon Telling, sales director at Perfect Colours. "It's also a consistent evolution in the relationship between Perfect Colours and Epson and recognises the active part we play in promoting key technologies to businesses in the trade."