14 www.signlink.co.uk Issue 255 - October / November 2024 KIT & MEDIA / NEWS signlink signlink signlinkmagazine William Smith announces new VION VP5075 series Sign and graphics supplier, William Smith, has announced the introduction of the VP5075 series of digital print film, the latest addition to its VION digital print range. The polymeric calendered film is designed for mid-term applications on flat or slightly curved surfaces, for use in signage, promotional graphics, interior decoration, and flatsided vehicle graphics. William Smith has boasted reliable performance, with the adhesive reportedly lasting up to five years unprinted. The VP5075 series is available in both gloss and matt finishes, with white or clear variants. It is compatible with print equipment including latex, UV, solvent, and eco-solvent systems and is available in various adhesive options, including a light grey adhesive, which the company says: “offers excellent hiding power.” The series comes in widths of 1370mm and 1600mm, providing flexibility for various project requirements. The standard versions are equipped with a 135gsm siliconised kraft liner, while an additional V-Flow option has been announced with a 145gsm double-sided kraft liner that aims to provide enhanced stability during application. Eurobond launch sparks change in electronic sign assembly Eurobond Adhesives has launched tecbond 248 into the sign-making industry. The new product is a clear hot melt adhesive with exceptionally strong bonding abilities on smooth, shiny, and plastic surfaces. According to the manufacturer, paired with good open time and fast setting speed, this new product is set to become the “go-to adhesive” within the electronic sign market. Electronic signs feature components such as LEDs, circuit boards, and other electronic elements which need to remain securely attached to the sign housing. Tecbond 248 has been designed to withstand a range of temperatures as well as the stresses, such as vibrations and shocks, that come with signs being located in high traffic areas. Eurobond Adhesives says: “Once compressed, tecbond 248 sets almost instantly without the need for clamping or holding in place, facilitating faster working and allows for quicker assembly of electronic signs.” Multiple machines launched by Mimaki Europe Mimaki (exclusively distributed by Hybrid Services in the UK and Ireland) has launched four new printers to the sign and graphics, industrial, and textile markets: the Mimaki CJV200 Series of rollto-roll print and cut solvent machines; the Mimaki TS330-3200DS direct and transfer sublimation printer; the JFX200-1213 EX entry-level flatbed UV printer; and the TxF300-1600 DTF solution. Using the same print engine as the 330 Series high-production models, the CJV200 Series is Mimaki’s new range of entry-level solvent integrated printer/cutters. This range has been designed to be more accessible to printers of varying levels of experience to operate and maintain. New features include an ‘ink saving function’, a quicker printhead cleaning time, and Mimaki’s Dot Adjustment System (DAS). With a high practical print speed of 17sq m/h, the CJV200 offers one of the highest productivity levels for an entry-level printer and can handle seasonal variations in output volume. Mimaki’s Advanced Pass System (MAPS4) reduces banding and uneven colours and the Nozzle Recovery System (NRS) minimises downtime. Mimaki’s new SS22 solvent ink was also released alongside the printer. Building on the success of the SS21 ink, the new solvent ink doesn’t contain increasingly regulated ingredients such as GBL and comes in a paper cartridge. The CJV200-160 was on show on the Hybrid stand at The Print Show alongside the TS330-3200DS 3.2m-wide hybrid printer. The dual capacity of this machine enables users to choose the most suitable printing method based on the fabric and application, making it ideal for both soft signage and home textile. Designed to meet the needs of businesses seeking a mid-size printing solution, Mimaki has introduced the JFX200-1213EX entry-level flatbed UV inkjet printer. With a print area of 1.2m x 1.3m, the printer sits between Mimaki’s smaller-format UJF Series and the larger-format JFX Series. However, despite being around 30% smaller than the JFX200-2513 EX model, the new JFX200-1213 EX delivers the same image quality. Completing the lineup of new launches, the TxF300-1600 is the latest addition to Mimaki’s Direct-to-Film (DTF) range and increases productivity by 30% compared to the TxF300-75. Due to a maximum print width of 1.6 metres, the TxF300-1600 can produce garment printing but also larger items such as interior fabrics and floor mats. In addition to the four new products, Mimaki has announced the EMEA launch of the CFX Series of high-end flatbed cutting tables previewed during FESPA 2024. The polymeric film is designed for mid-term applications on flat or slightly curved surfaces Eurobond has launched a new adhesive for electrical signs Carys Evans Pictured: The new Mimaki CJV200-160, an entrylevel flatbed UV printer By Jonathan Pert Carys Evans
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