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Printer and ink pairing will apparel producers achieve lower costs, higher productivity and higher print quality
S-PG3 ink delivers color vibrancy, durability and reliability required for commercial apparel production
Roland DG, a leading provider of digital printing solutions, has announced the launch of its new S-PG3 direct-to-film (DTF) ink for the company’s TY-300i printer with an eye to delivering improved cost efficiency, production stability and print performance for apparel decoration businesses.
Roland TY-300i DTF Printer – Photo courtesy of Roland DG
According to Roland DG, the new inks was developed in response to growing demand for faster, more cost-effective DTF production, S-PG3 has been designed to help businesses increase profitability without compromising on quality. When paired with the TY-300i printer, the new ink enables users to reduce running costs, improve workflow efficiency and consistently produce vibrant, durable graphics across a wide variety of apparel applications.
“As DTF continues to become the preferred production method for custom apparel, sportswear and workwear, print businesses face increasing pressure to maximize output while controlling operational costs,” the company says. “The TY-300i and S-PG3 combination has been engineered to address these challenges by combining reliable production performance with a lower total cost of ownership.”
New Ink Enhances DTF color Vibrancy, Printing Efficiency
The company adds the new S-PG3 ink features enhanced ink flow characteristics and improved jetting stability, helping minimize nozzle misfiring and dropouts during long production runs. Its improved formulation also enables more uniform ink coverage across the film surface, resulting in stronger color consistency and vibrant print output from the first transfer to the last.
As for the TY-300i printer, equipped with dual print heads and an integrated heater, the systems is billed as being able to deliver production speeds of up to 10.9 m²/h, enabling apparel businesses to scale production while maintaining consistent quality. Under typical operating conditions of eight hours per day, 20 days per month and a transfer size of 300 mm x 300 mm, the TY-300i is said to be able to produce approximately 3,300 T-shirts per month.
“As the DTF market continues to evolve, print businesses need solutions that help them stay competitive without sacrificing quality. The combination of the TY-300i and our new S-PG3 ink delivers exactly that,” Ryugo Nimura, executive officer, global sales and marketing at Roland DG says. “Customers can achieve lower running costs, exceptional color performance and stable, continuous production from a single integrated solution. It enables businesses to produce more, produce better and improve profitability at the same time.”
For more information, go to rolanddg.com.
