Digital printing is experiencing dynamic growth in the commercial and publishing sectors. Technological advances have made it possible to use digital printing to achieve high productivity and cost-effectiveness with a quality that is virtually indistinguishable from that of conventional printing processes for customers.
TECHNOLOGY Themen
3D textiles by Getzner at A+A
From 4 to 7 November 2025, Getzner Textil will be presenting innovative developments in the fields of workwear and protective textiles at A+A 2025 (Hall 16, Stand B48) in Düsseldorf. The focus of the new products on display will be six versatile fabrics that meet different requirements in terms of functionality and safety.
MUTOH XpertJet 1682UR with US81 inks
Mutoh Europe nv presents the new XpertJet 1682UR, a 64-inch (162 cm) high-performance UV LED roll-to-roll printer powered by Mutoh’s latest US81 UV LED inks. Designed for versatility, productivity and sustainability, the XpertJet 1682UR is the ideal solution for producing high-quality graphics.
Mimaki TS200-1600 – Entry-level dye sublimation printer
Mimaki, a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printers and cutting plotters, has announced the launch of its new TS200-1600 dye sublimation inkjet printer. Based on the TS100, the TS200-1600 offers high production speeds, excellent print results and versatile application possibilities, according to Mimaki.
New standard for print production – Durst Group integrates GMG colour management
Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, announces the integration of GMG spectral colour management technology into its proprietary workflow and the Open Software Initiative’s open Smart Factory portfolio. The official launch of the integration will take place around Printing United 2025.
Durst aims to set a new industry standard for automated and colour-accurate printing, regardless of the printing system or substrate. The Durst workflow will be delivered with embedded GMG spectral colour management and existing customers with a software agreement can benefit from this solution at no additional cost, according to Durst. The integration extends across Labels & Packaging, Corrugated and Sign & Display.
Two new flatbed printers from swissQprint
swissQprint is launching two new flatbed models, tailored to users with high quality requirements and small to medium production volumes. Both models, Topi 5 and Oryx 5, complete the Generation 5 launched in January 2025.
The models of different sizes are available immediately: Topi 5 is a 3.2×2 metre flatbed printer that can produce up to 126 sqm/h. Oryx 5 is the 2.5 m wide counterpart with a maximum output of 114 square metres per hour. According to the manufacturer, both allow maximum variety and are highly precise thanks to a roller option. ‘With the new, synchronised overall range, we have a tailor-made solution for every size of business, with Topi and Oryx aimed at users with high quality standards and small to medium print volumes,’ explains Carmen Eicher, Head of Sales and Marketing at swissQprint.
Labelexpo Europe – AI-powered inline inspection from EyeC
EyeC, a global provider of automated artwork verification and printed image inspection systems, announces the launch of the new EyeC ProofRunner Evo. The modular inline system for common label formats and rollstock combines AI technology with a flexible, scalable system design. The premiere will take place at Labelexpo Europe 2025 at EyeC stand 5B11.
Two-year guarantee on Brother WF1-L640 print heads
The WF1-L640 large format printer from Brother has proven itself successfully on the market in recent years and Brother is setting a strong example in terms of quality and customer satisfaction: from now on, customers will receive a two-year warranty on the print heads at no extra cost.
XPJ-1682SR DS Pro Dye-sublimation printer from Mutoh
Mutoh Europe nv, the EMEA business unit of Mutoh Industries Co. Ltd. of Japan, announces the launch of the XPJ-1682SR DS Pro, a 64″ (1625 mm) wide dual-head dye-sublimation printer designed for textile and soft signage production.