The scalable M-series offers a choice of output speeds, Colorado M3 or M5, with the option to upgrade from one speed to another, either temporarily or permanently, making it a much more future-proofed system. Canon UVgel ink means printers can produce a fast build-up of dense and opaque images using white ink in fewer passes than conventional printing technologies. The PRISMAelevate XL software also highlights Canon’s focus on tactile print applications and elevated prints by creating textured effects and raised lettering of up to 2mm. This solution succeeds the Arizona Touchstone and delivers twice the elevation with up to 20% higher speeds. Being a part of the PRISMA XL Suite, customers are able to design creative and high value applications for signage, interior and exterior décor, awards, fine art reproduction, and packaging prototyping. The software supports the Canon Arizona 1300 and 2300 flatbed series of printers, both of which use FLOW technology. Discussing the launch of the Arizona 1300, Matthew Faulkner, EMEA director of marketing and innovation at the Wide Format Printing Group of Canon Europe, says: “Having launched the first Arizona flatbed printer 17 years ago, we’re building on a solid foundation with our world-leading flatbed printing technology to support the growing mid-volume segment of the market and respond to print buyer demand for faster turnarounds. “We’re now expanding the Arizona 1300 series with FLOW technology and automation enhancements, these new models deliver the proven Arizona quality and versatility, but make production quicker and easier than ever, boosting our customers’ competitiveness.” Canon’s wide-format technology has recently been recognised in the annual 57 November / December 2023 - Issue 345 www.printmonthly.co.uk MARKET TRENDS / WIDE-FORMAT PRINT KIT PT.2 ▲ Canon unveiled two new products at this year’s FESPA: the PRISMAelevate XL software and Arizona 1300 flatbed printer series new machinery thanks to in-house engineers. “All the flatbeds have what we call the ‘just add head technology’ where you can buy the basic machine and as the business grows you can buy new heads, install them, and increase the speeds and quality of your output.” Liyu UK has used its new facility in Ormskirk to demonstrate its technology but also educate its customers and the possibilities available through different print technologies and software. At The Print Show visitors were able to see the popular Platinum Q3 XL Pro Hybrid which includes a heavy-duty dual-roll system as well as dual-sided monitors and an automatic feed and continue system. The company also showcased its range of flatbeds and cutters including the Platinum KC XLpro 3020 and the 3521. Tucker adds: “We’ve recently been able to show customers what is achievable with RIP software and a varnish installed machine. Businesses can produce a lenticular effect using the likes of Illustrator and normal materials like acrylic to create really good 3D effects.” An Extra Layer As mentioned by many companies so far, competition and differentiation is becoming more and more important as end-users wish to be wowed by the prints and graphics they see. Due to this, tactile and elevated prints have become increasingly popular. A manufacturer that has focused on new tactile applications is Canon, and at this year’s FESPA unveiled two new products: the PRISMAelevate XL and Arizona 1300 flatbed printer series. The Canon stand focused highly on applications with the theme ‘make it BIG’, building a streetscape which featured an applications store, concept store, café, and inspiration wall. The company also debuted the Canon Colorado M-series to the European market. The system is the first roll-to-roll large- format graphics printer platform that is modular in speed configuration and media ▼ The Liyu Platinum range has been awarded the Greenguard certificate due to its low power consumption and eco-friendly inks handling. Thanks to its ability to produce special effects and white ink printing, the machine recently won the EDP Award for Best Roll-to-Roll Printer <170cm in the Printing Systems category. Jennifer Kolloczek, European planning, marketing, and innovation senior director for production print at Canon Europe, says: “Ever since they burst onto the market, Colorado printers with UVgel ink have set the highest bar for speed, quality, and allround productivity. “On top of these business-critical performance criteria, large-format graphics providers today want to make smart, environmentally responsible investments in printing solutions that can evolve with them and help them tap into lucrative creative applications, products, and growth markets. “With its modularity and the addition of an easy-care white ink option, the new Colorado M-series is the growth engine that businesses can rely on to level up their capabilities and turn ideas into reality.” Canon recently won seven PRINTING United Alliance Awards. The Colorado M-series won the Roll-to-Roll/Hybrid/Flatbed New Technology category, while the Arizona 135 GT, 1380 GTF, 1380 XTF, 2380 GTF and 2380 XTF won each of their five respective UV/Latex Flatbed categories. Factoid
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