48 www.signlink.co.uk Issue 256 - December 2024 / January 2025 their own equipment and processes, they can achieve the same high-quality finishes at a fraction of the cost, which directly improves profitability.” When it comes to investing, Marlow says selecting the right flatbed cutter involves several important considerations. Firstly, he recommends working with a supplier that is innovative and forward-thinking, committed to continuous improvement and introducing new technologies that can enhance your capabilities. In addition to support, Marlow says the quality of the finished product is a significant factor. He says the cutting system should deliver precise, high-quality results consistently, which directly impacts the final appearance of signs and graphics, both durability and visual appeal. On top of this, Marlow says support and aftercare from the supplier is crucial, continuing: “A reliable supplier should offer comprehensive support, including installation, training, and ongoing maintenance. This ensures your machinery operates at peak performance and any issues are promptly addressed, minimising downtime and disruptions to your business.” Highlighting solutions from Vivid, Marlow picks out the Veloton, which is compatible with its VeloBlade range of digital flatbed cutters. Veloton is a patented interchangeable system that allows users to turbocharge their cutting speed with multiple aligned cutting heads. “Veloton dramatically increases cutting speeds on positioned multiple cuts, making your production up to ten times faster,” Marlow says, adding: “This advancement extends the digital cutting capabilities of both roll and cut sheet, making it even more efficient and productive for businesses of all scales. By using Veloton, and down as needed. Reed adds that the speed and repeatability of cutters is also very important, in addition to a conveyorised bed, which he says helps with vinyl as the latter comes on a roll. This means if you want to carry out a job that is longer than the bed or a series of jobs on the roll, having a conveyorised bed offers you the automated handling of material. On this, he picks out some of the solutions on offer from CMYUK. These include the JWEI JCUT 1612 digital cutting table, which he says is perfect for vinyls and a wide variety of substrates. “Packed full of features making it highly versatile, it enables owners to add a variety of new applications to their service roster,” Reed says, adding: “With a multifunctional machine head – it’s fast and easy to change tools and includes a variety of cutting blades and different sized creasing wheels.” The JWEI JCUT 1612 is available in a width of 1.6m with customised table lengths. It also has a conveyorised bed with vacuum zones, making it easier to load substrates and keep them firm to the table when being processed. The machine offers a maximum of 1G acceleration and speeds of up to 1,200mm per second, while it is supplied with OptiScout software as standard along with an air compressor, vacuum pump, and vacuum extraction. Considerable Cost Savings Also weighing in is Vivid Laminating Technologies, which counts flatbed vinyl cutters among its wide range of print finishing solutions. Sales director Richard Marlow says that one of the most significant advantages of brining cutting process in-house is the ability to drastically reduce lead “By eliminating the need to rely on external suppliers, sign-makers can complete projects faster, giving them greater control over their production schedules,” Marlow comments, continuing: “This not only enables them to meet tight deadlines more efficiently but also provides flexibility to accommodate last-minute changes or urgent requests without delays. “Additionally, keeping the process in-house can result in considerable cost savings. Outsourcing often involves high service fees, transportation costs, and potential delays, all of which can add up over time. When sign-makers invest in By eliminating the need to rely on external suppliers, signmakers can complete projects faster, giving them greater control over their production schedules The JWEI JCUT 1612 offers cutting speeds of up to 1,200mm per second 1,200 FLATBED VINYL CUTTERS ◄ Supplied by CMYUK, the JWEI JCUT 1612 is available in a width of 1.6m with customised table lengths
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