Roland DG wins two prestigious EDP Awards
Jun 12 2016 10:20:34 , 1089
Clevedon, UK, 9th June 2016 – Roland DG is delighted to announce that two of its recently launched wide format digital print devices; the TrueVIS VG Series and SOLJET EJ-640 have won prestigious EDP Awards.
Jerry Davies, President EMEA for Roland DG accepted the award for ‘Best wide format print & cut solution’ for the TrueVIS VG-640 and VG-540 and ‘Best wide format roll to roll printer up to 170 cm’ for the SOLJET EJ-640.
Speaking at the ceremony, which took place at drupa in Dusseldorf, Jerry Davies commented ‘It’s an exciting time of innovation for the digital wide format print industry, with keen competition driving the release of new products. The EDP recognition demonstrates that Roland DG technology continues to lead the way, offering an award-winning combination of quality, durability and overall return-on-investment.’
Since 2007 the EDP Association (European Digital Press Association) has evaluated and celebrated the best new developments in print production, annually presenting awards to the very best solutions in the industry.
The TrueVIS VG Series is the culmination of Roland’s many years of market-leading expertise in the field of integrated eco-solvent print & cut technology, combined with a host of new enhancements. These include four newly developed FlexFire printheads to deliver precise, high quality print at production speeds and new GREENGUARD Gold certified TrueVIS INK which works in synergy with the printheads to optimise output. New powerful and advanced cutting technology delivers increased downforce, accuracy and compatibility with a wide range of media. To enhance the user experience, LED lighting illuminates the print and maintenance areas and the wireless Roland DG Mobile Panel enables full remote printer management from the user’s iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. The new included VersaWorks Dual RIP software offers a range of new features to optimise the efficiency and quality of production.
Winner of ‘Best wide format roll to roll printer up to 170 cm,’ Roland’s new 64” SOLJET EJ-640 eco-solvent printer has been designed with cost-efficient and high-performance productivity in mind. With dual staggered printheads, an integrated tri-heater system and strong chassis, the EJ-640 is built for optimum performance for businesses working on high-volume output.