Consumables-Ink - UV/UV LED Offset

Discover the perfect ink for every project, from vibrant outdoor signage to exquisite fine art reproductions. This guide delves into eco-solvent, aqueous, resin/latex, and UV inks, revealing their unique advantages for specific applications.

Why is it that aqueous printers, which were wide-format’s first inkjet technology, are seemingly doing better than ever? We asked that question to a panel of aqueous inkjet experts from some of the wide-format industry’s founding manufacturers: Canon USA, Epson America, HP, and Ricoh.

Personalization and customization are here to stay, and UV’s “print-on-almost-anything” capability allows shop owners to capitalize on this mega-trend with easy, colorful customized print.

The new UV ink allows for better coverage and fast production speed, allowing users increased productivity and efficiency.

EFI ProGraphics XA high-adhesion ink is suitable for a wide range of rigid and flexible media, and is now available for EFI wide-format flatbed and hybrid roll/flatbed printers. This ink delivers superior results on corrugated plastics and other substrates with adhesion challenges.

As UV inks grow in popularity, here are a few things in-plants should know about them to get the best results.

In this final quarter of 2019, the printing ink industry has continued to face raw material shortages, challenging supply chain conditions, and new disruptions.

Epple's North American site, located in Lombard, Ill., will take the company to the next level of growth and help better serve its customers located in North America. The facility is centrally located in Lombard, Ill., to enable a quick turnaround.

Ray Weiss has started a new workgroup within SGIA to bring together diverse voices from all aspects of the digital print realm.

Visitors will experience the RMGT difference through an augmented reality experience, with posters around the booth coming to life with the Zappar app on both iPhones and Android devices. Notable industry expert Frank Romano will also be providing his unique and valuable insights from the augmented reality space.