70 www.signlink.co.uk Issue 254 - August / September 2024 swissQprint, will be on hand at the show to demonstrate the ways in which its solutions can benefit printers and sign-makers alike. Exhibiting on Stand C10, swissQprint will be showcasing its award-winning device – the Kudu. Using ten colour channels, the printer is capable of displaying vibrant neon colours and impactful varnish effects. Customers can also choose a roll-to-roll printing option which further demonstrates the efficiency and versatility of the machine. Erskine Stewart, swissQprint UK managing director, says: “We are thrilled to introduce the Kudu to visitors and demonstrate the versatility and innovation that swissQprint brings to the industry. Our goal is to inspire and equip businesses with the tools they need to achieve extraordinary results.” Alongside the Kudu, swissQprint will have a wide range of applications including ACM, acrylics, POS, and fabric printing. Diversifying Your Business Another benefit of The Print Show for sign-makers and wide-format printers is the chance to look at services and products that can diversify their business. As a trade-only supplier of large-format print, Venture Banners (Stand A20), has led its business with a mission to help printers build lucrative revenue streams through large-format. Venture Banners gives print businesses and sign-makers the chance to work with a company that has already invested in millions of pounds worth of printing and finishing equipment, meaning customers can offer products like roller banners and stretch fabric displays without the need to invest in large machinery. Speaking about its presence at this year’s show, Scott Conway, director and co-founder of Venture Banners, says: “Venture Banners has been an exhibitor at every Print Show apart from one, which coincided with our move to our current premises. “As a trade-only business, it’s also a good opportunity to make new contacts and tell printers what Venture Banners is about, and how we can add value to their businesses.” Talking about the advantages of its stretch fabric solutions, Conway comments: “The profit potential for printers is huge, so working with a trade supplier like us to add a very fruitful new revenue stream with little investment or risk is a fantastic opportunity.” In recent years the materials that printers and sign-makers use have become increasingly important as sustainability has become a bigger focus. Conway says: “Based on feedback from our customers on what they would like to see from us, we’ve been working for the ◄ Hybrid will be showcasing the Mimaki TxF300-75 DTF printer THE PRINT SHOW PREVIEW inventories seeking to expand or diversify their capabilities – it’s a great way to talk face to face with anyone and everyone who’s excited about the potential that digital printing offers.” Speaking about the range of products visitors will be able to see at the show, Greogry highlighted the Mimaki TxF300-75 DTF printer and the new Mimaki UCJV330160 integrated UV printer/cutter. Both machines offer users the chance to increase customer opportunities and improve efficiency thanks to automation and productivity features. “Hybrid will be showcasing the latest UV and solvent technology from Mimaki, including wide-format printers, integrated printer/cutters, and flatbed solutions,” says Gregory, adding: “The Hybrid stand will also feature the latest Mimaki DTF printer, demonstrating the incredible opportunity that garment decoration and branding offers.” A big message from this year’s print show is the new revenue streams that customers can discover as the industry continues to change. Gregory says: “Businesses investing in the latest Mimaki technology will be able to leverage products that feature increased productivity, reduced running costs and energy consumption, innovative new workflows, as well as discussing a raft of solutions that offer the opportunity to grow their companies.” Another company that is looking to make an impact with its wide-format solutions is Agfa (Stand D10), which is exhibiting at The Print Show for the very first time. The company will use its presence at the show to launch the new Anapurna Ciervo to the UK market following its introduction at FESPA Global Print Expo in March. The Anapurna Ciervo H3200 is the latest printer in the Anapurna range’s 29-year history and offers users enhanced print quality and increased print speeds. Susi Roesner, marketing content manager at Agfa, says: “This machine is the perfect fit for The Print Show and the UK market. Depending on the size and needs of your company, we have more products in our portfolio to fit everyone’s needs. Visibility is KEY for this show and introducing innovative technologies and connecting with existing and new contacts.” Similarly, another first-time exhibitor, The Print Show offers a unique opportunity to meet with key contacts in the sign, graphics, and commercial printing industry
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