Wide Format Solutions Print Solutions
North west based Print On has been delivering high quality print in small and large format for over 30 years. Customers include retailers like Matalan, Superdrug, Pets at Home and Lakeland. With large format print increasingly important, the company undertook a review of the latest machines to enhance its product offering and operational efficiencies.
As part of its evaluation, managing director Alex Oldfield travelled to swissQprint's UK and Switzerland headquarters. He was introduced to the team, saw the printers in action and was impressed by the Impala's quality, flexibility, and efficiency across a variety of materials and print tasks. Print On then made its largest machine investment to date.
A new Impala was installed in October and is already revolutionising the business's manufacturing workflow. Large format print is being handled with ease and the 2.5×2 metre flatbed has integrated well with the existing finishing equipment. This has enabled the company to replace five of its previous large format machines, significantly simplifying production for the operators and freeing up factory space.
The Impala's productivity is also five times faster than the printers it has replaced, increasing print output from just the one machine. Additionally, moving to a single printer with the latest technology is driving significant energy savings and sustainability improvements. Print On also estimates that it will see savings through the competitive consumable and ink supplies, reducing the total cost of ownership.
‘To be competitive in such a tough industry, we are always looking for ways to improve what we do,’ said Alex. ‘The Impala is revolutionising our large format production processes, helping every aspect of our workload. We are delighted with its impact even in this short time and, alongside the advancements in workflow, are already enhancing the products we provide to customers.’
Print On’s Impala has a five colour configuration of CMYK plus white and the roll to roll option. This enables the team to bid on new work that was previously outside its capabilities. The modular printer is also able to grow whenever Print On's needs change, adding to the flexibility and futureproofing the investment made by the business.
Clients are being invited to experience the Impala’s print quality and innovations first hand during an open week at Print On’s Cheadle site on 19 to 21 November. The machine will be in full operation, showcasing its capabilities across a wide variety of substrates.
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