Three fairly recent Press Releases about
Memjet-enabled wide-format printers (these press releases were found on
Memjet’s web-site):
Memjet-enabled wide-format printers (these press releases were found on
Memjet’s web-site):
On June 12th, 2014 – PR issued by RTI to announce
that Alpha Imaging will become a reseller of the RTI Vortex 4200.
that Alpha Imaging will become a reseller of the RTI Vortex 4200.
On May 9th, 2014 – PR issued by Memjet indicating
that three of Memjet’s wide-format partners would be exhibiting at FESPA
Digital in Munich.
that three of Memjet’s wide-format partners would be exhibiting at FESPA
Digital in Munich.
On April 2, 2014 – PR issued by RTI to announce that #1 Network
will become a reseller of the RTI Vortex 4200
will become a reseller of the RTI Vortex 4200
Which led me elsewhere, and here’s what I
found:
found:
Alpha
Imaging’s web-site makes no mention yet of the RTI Vortex 4200. (I visited Alpha Imaging’s web-site
today.
Imaging’s web-site makes no mention yet of the RTI Vortex 4200. (I visited Alpha Imaging’s web-site
today.
#1
Network’s web-site makes no mention yet of the RTI Vortex 4200. (I visited #1 Network’s web-site today.)
Network’s web-site makes no mention yet of the RTI Vortex 4200. (I visited #1 Network’s web-site today.)
I also found it interesting that there was a
“new name” on the list of Memjet wide-format partners, Gongzheng Group Co., Ltd, a company based in
China. I did visit this company’s web-site,
but did not find a wide-format printer that’s based on Memjet print
technology. I guess their printer must
still be under development. (?)
“new name” on the list of Memjet wide-format partners, Gongzheng Group Co., Ltd, a company based in
China. I did visit this company’s web-site,
but did not find a wide-format printer that’s based on Memjet print
technology. I guess their printer must
still be under development. (?)
I also found it interesting that
Xerox was not mentioned as one of the Memjet wide-format partners expected to
exhibit at FESPA Digital. Could be
several reasons for that. Could be that
Xerox decided that FESPA Digital was a show not important enough to exhibit the
IJP 2000 at, or maybe Xerox decided that the expense of exhibiting the IJP 2000
at that show wasn’t worth the return.
Or, maybe something else is going on? (Update on June 30th – Memjet proactively confirmed today that Xerox is still a Memjet wide-format partner.)
Xerox was not mentioned as one of the Memjet wide-format partners expected to
exhibit at FESPA Digital. Could be
several reasons for that. Could be that
Xerox decided that FESPA Digital was a show not important enough to exhibit the
IJP 2000 at, or maybe Xerox decided that the expense of exhibiting the IJP 2000
at that show wasn’t worth the return.
Or, maybe something else is going on? (Update on June 30th – Memjet proactively confirmed today that Xerox is still a Memjet wide-format partner.)
Here are the three Press Releases I
mentioned above:
mentioned above:
ALPHA
IMAGING TO ENHANCE DIGITAL PRINT PRODUCTIVITY WITH DISTRIBUTION OF RTI
DIGITAL’S VORTEX® 4200
IMAGING TO ENHANCE DIGITAL PRINT PRODUCTIVITY WITH DISTRIBUTION OF RTI
DIGITAL’S VORTEX® 4200
Ontario Canada
–June 12, 2014 – RTI Digital, Ltd.,
part of the Reprographic Technology group of companies and a leading industry
supplier to the digital production print, wide format print and label print
markets, announced a reseller agreement
with Alpha Imaging. As part of the new partnership, Alpha Imaging will sell and provide integration support of the RTI
Vortex 4200, a wide format printer, to its reseller network in the northeast
region of the United States.
–June 12, 2014 – RTI Digital, Ltd.,
part of the Reprographic Technology group of companies and a leading industry
supplier to the digital production print, wide format print and label print
markets, announced a reseller agreement
with Alpha Imaging. As part of the new partnership, Alpha Imaging will sell and provide integration support of the RTI
Vortex 4200, a wide format printer, to its reseller network in the northeast
region of the United States.
The 42 inch wide full color printer
is based on the Memjet’s unique Waterfall Print Technology®, which provides revolutionary high
print speed and superior quality. Compared to traditional wide format printers,
the Vortex 4200 delivers incredibly fast job turnaround times and an attractive
total cost of ownership. The Vortex prints at up to 12 inches (30 cm)
per second (IPS) allowing Print Shops and in-plant customers to output up to
over 9000 sq/ft (836 sqm) per hour of full color graphic arts for signage, POP,
GIS and other wide format technical applications.
is based on the Memjet’s unique Waterfall Print Technology®, which provides revolutionary high
print speed and superior quality. Compared to traditional wide format printers,
the Vortex 4200 delivers incredibly fast job turnaround times and an attractive
total cost of ownership. The Vortex prints at up to 12 inches (30 cm)
per second (IPS) allowing Print Shops and in-plant customers to output up to
over 9000 sq/ft (836 sqm) per hour of full color graphic arts for signage, POP,
GIS and other wide format technical applications.
RTI and Alpha
Imaging will launch the partnership at the Alpha Imaging Alpha Days on June
18-19 in Lowell, Massachusetts. During the two-day showcase, RTI will demo the
Vortex 4200 to an audience of 250 people. For more information related to Alpha
Imaging or the Alpha Days event contact Ahouse@AlphaImaging.com.
Imaging will launch the partnership at the Alpha Imaging Alpha Days on June
18-19 in Lowell, Massachusetts. During the two-day showcase, RTI will demo the
Vortex 4200 to an audience of 250 people. For more information related to Alpha
Imaging or the Alpha Days event contact Ahouse@AlphaImaging.com.
“Alpha Imaging
is an exceptional full solution wide format provider, with over 20 years
experience that has cemented its reputation as a known industry leader,” said
Kevin Howes, director of wide format solutions at RTI Digital. “We’re thrilled
to announce that Alpha Imaging is on board with selling and supporting the RTI
Vortex 4200.”
is an exceptional full solution wide format provider, with over 20 years
experience that has cemented its reputation as a known industry leader,” said
Kevin Howes, director of wide format solutions at RTI Digital. “We’re thrilled
to announce that Alpha Imaging is on board with selling and supporting the RTI
Vortex 4200.”
“The Vortex 4200
is an exceptional short run, wide format solution that opens the door to
greater productivity and profitability for commercial print shops,” said Dave
Ahouse, vice president of northeast division at Alpha Imaging. “We’re excited
to bring that value to our reseller network through our partnership with RTI
Digital.”
is an exceptional short run, wide format solution that opens the door to
greater productivity and profitability for commercial print shops,” said Dave
Ahouse, vice president of northeast division at Alpha Imaging. “We’re excited
to bring that value to our reseller network through our partnership with RTI
Digital.”
For more
information about the Vortex 4200 please visit www.rti-digital.com.
information about the Vortex 4200 please visit www.rti-digital.com.
CANON
EUROPE, RTI AND GONGZHENG TO SHOWCASE PRINTING SOLUTIONS POWERED BY MEMJET AT
FESPA DIGITAL
EUROPE, RTI AND GONGZHENG TO SHOWCASE PRINTING SOLUTIONS POWERED BY MEMJET AT
FESPA DIGITAL
MUNICH,
GERMANY–(Marketwired – May 9, 2014) – FESPA Digital 2014 — Memjet, the global
leader in digital color printing technologies, today announced it will join OEM
partners Canon, RTI Digital, LTD., and Gongzheng Technology at FESPA Digital
2014 on May 20, 2014 in Munich. At the event, Memjet’s partners will
demonstrate the digital capabilities of the Océ ColorWave 900, the Vortex 4200
series, and the Superprint PRO-A1060C printers, respectively.
GERMANY–(Marketwired – May 9, 2014) – FESPA Digital 2014 — Memjet, the global
leader in digital color printing technologies, today announced it will join OEM
partners Canon, RTI Digital, LTD., and Gongzheng Technology at FESPA Digital
2014 on May 20, 2014 in Munich. At the event, Memjet’s partners will
demonstrate the digital capabilities of the Océ ColorWave 900, the Vortex 4200
series, and the Superprint PRO-A1060C printers, respectively.
Canon Europe
will showcase the Océ ColorWave 900 at stand B1-310 throughout the event.
Powered by Memjet technology, the Océ ColorWave 900 delivers a print resolution
of 1600 dpi and is capable of printing at speeds of 1,100 square meters per
hour. The Océ ColorWave 900 maintains productivity regardless of image content,
ink coverage or media type, and is ideal for printing point-of-sale posters,
exhibition and trade show displays, CAD and GIS.
will showcase the Océ ColorWave 900 at stand B1-310 throughout the event.
Powered by Memjet technology, the Océ ColorWave 900 delivers a print resolution
of 1600 dpi and is capable of printing at speeds of 1,100 square meters per
hour. The Océ ColorWave 900 maintains productivity regardless of image content,
ink coverage or media type, and is ideal for printing point-of-sale posters,
exhibition and trade show displays, CAD and GIS.
RTI Digital will
showcase the power and versatility of the Vortex 4200, powered by five Memjet
print heads boasting 352,000 nozzles for drop on-demand thermal inkjet
printing. Demonstrations will include a variety of applications to help expand
opportunities in digital graphics and commercial printing, including high
quality graphic arts signage and architectural drawings. RTI Digital will also
demo the Vortex 850R with a built-in PC and full width camera, and the Vortex
851R, an entry-level label printer.
showcase the power and versatility of the Vortex 4200, powered by five Memjet
print heads boasting 352,000 nozzles for drop on-demand thermal inkjet
printing. Demonstrations will include a variety of applications to help expand
opportunities in digital graphics and commercial printing, including high
quality graphic arts signage and architectural drawings. RTI Digital will also
demo the Vortex 850R with a built-in PC and full width camera, and the Vortex
851R, an entry-level label printer.
“As the
demand for full colour graphics, and short runs, printed at faster speeds increases,
more companies are looking to digital printing technologies to replace or
augment traditional technologies such as litho, flexo or screen,” says
Peter Barton, director of EMEA business at RTI Digital. “We are the only
company producing the full range of solutions using the Memjet technology
across wide and narrow format. Our team will provide FESPA visitors with a look
at what our Vortex range can offer to heighten productivity and quality in all
these areas.”
demand for full colour graphics, and short runs, printed at faster speeds increases,
more companies are looking to digital printing technologies to replace or
augment traditional technologies such as litho, flexo or screen,” says
Peter Barton, director of EMEA business at RTI Digital. “We are the only
company producing the full range of solutions using the Memjet technology
across wide and narrow format. Our team will provide FESPA visitors with a look
at what our Vortex range can offer to heighten productivity and quality in all
these areas.”
RTI Digital will
also host a Reseller event to introduce its new Vortex Club, and a new version
of its Liberty Printer Control Software, on May 21 at from 5:00 – 6:00pm CET.
Taking place at booth B2-170, the event is open to members of the press.
also host a Reseller event to introduce its new Vortex Club, and a new version
of its Liberty Printer Control Software, on May 21 at from 5:00 – 6:00pm CET.
Taking place at booth B2-170, the event is open to members of the press.
Memjet partner
Gongzheng will offer event attendees demonstrations in booth A1-345 of its
PRO-A1060C printer in action, both for graphic arts and commercial images. The
graphics will include POP signage, pull-up banners, blue prints, construction
and related technical drawings, all printed with Memjet’s waterfall printhead
technology with speeds up to 18.3 meters per minute and resolution of 1600 x
800 dpi.
Gongzheng will offer event attendees demonstrations in booth A1-345 of its
PRO-A1060C printer in action, both for graphic arts and commercial images. The
graphics will include POP signage, pull-up banners, blue prints, construction
and related technical drawings, all printed with Memjet’s waterfall printhead
technology with speeds up to 18.3 meters per minute and resolution of 1600 x
800 dpi.
“Advanced
digital printing technology offers unique opportunities for companies seeking
high-quality, full-colour, commercially printed materials,” said Mr. Chi,
chairman of Gongzheng. “As we look to expand our reseller network across
the globe, we’re excited to show how the speed, clarity and flexibility of
Memjet technology can build more revenue opportunities for businesses.”
digital printing technology offers unique opportunities for companies seeking
high-quality, full-colour, commercially printed materials,” said Mr. Chi,
chairman of Gongzheng. “As we look to expand our reseller network across
the globe, we’re excited to show how the speed, clarity and flexibility of
Memjet technology can build more revenue opportunities for businesses.”
FESPA Digital
2014 begins May 20 in Munich. The four-day event will bring together business
owners, printers and PSPs, as well as brands, agencies and advertisers to learn
how digital technology can assist in expanding business opportunities and drive
revenue growth.
2014 begins May 20 in Munich. The four-day event will bring together business
owners, printers and PSPs, as well as brands, agencies and advertisers to learn
how digital technology can assist in expanding business opportunities and drive
revenue growth.
For more information
on Memjet and its partners, please visit http://www.memjet.com.
on Memjet and its partners, please visit http://www.memjet.com.
RTI
DIGITAL AND #1 NETWORK PARTNER TO INTRODUCE VORTEX® 4200 THROUGHOUT
NORTH AMERICA
DIGITAL AND #1 NETWORK PARTNER TO INTRODUCE VORTEX® 4200 THROUGHOUT
NORTH AMERICA
Ontario Canada –
April 2, 2014 – RTI Digital, Ltd., part of the Reprographic Technology group of
companies and, a leading industry supplier to the digital production print,
wide format print and label print markets, announced a reseller agreement with
Effingham, IL-based #1 Network. As part of the new partnership, #1 Network will
provide sales, marketing and integration support of the RTI Vortex 4200, a wide
format printer, to its reseller network of over 60 North American locations
starting April 21.
April 2, 2014 – RTI Digital, Ltd., part of the Reprographic Technology group of
companies and, a leading industry supplier to the digital production print,
wide format print and label print markets, announced a reseller agreement with
Effingham, IL-based #1 Network. As part of the new partnership, #1 Network will
provide sales, marketing and integration support of the RTI Vortex 4200, a wide
format printer, to its reseller network of over 60 North American locations
starting April 21.
The 42 inch wide
full color printer is based on the Memjet’s unique Waterfall Print Technology®,
which provides revolutionary high print speed and superior quality. Compared to
traditional wide format printers, the Vortex 4200 delivers incredibly fast job
turnaround times and an attractive total cost of ownership. The Vortex
prints at up to 12 inches (30 cm) per second (IPS) allowing Print Shops and
in-plant customers to output up to over 9000 sq/ft (836 sqm) per hour of full
color graphic arts for signage, POP, GIS and other wide format technical
applications.
full color printer is based on the Memjet’s unique Waterfall Print Technology®,
which provides revolutionary high print speed and superior quality. Compared to
traditional wide format printers, the Vortex 4200 delivers incredibly fast job
turnaround times and an attractive total cost of ownership. The Vortex
prints at up to 12 inches (30 cm) per second (IPS) allowing Print Shops and
in-plant customers to output up to over 9000 sq/ft (836 sqm) per hour of full
color graphic arts for signage, POP, GIS and other wide format technical
applications.
RTI will be kicking
off the Vortex launch at the #1 Network Dealer Meeting on April 7-8 in St
Louis, MO. This is to be followed up with detailed Vortex 4200 sales and
technical training for #1 Network dealers.
off the Vortex launch at the #1 Network Dealer Meeting on April 7-8 in St
Louis, MO. This is to be followed up with detailed Vortex 4200 sales and
technical training for #1 Network dealers.
“The Vortex
4200 creates an all new product class that bridges the gap between wide format
and offset printing. This printer is the only true short run, wide format
solution. Both digital and traditional shops can extend their productivity and
profitability with the Vortex 4200,” said Kevin Glosser, Director of Sales
for #1 Network. “We are extremely excited to offer this solution to our
customers. Finally short run, versioned signage and display can be both
profitable and efficient. Our tests have shown the Vortex to offer real world
productivity that is 10 to 20 times faster than the typical wide format and
flat bed devices employed today.”
4200 creates an all new product class that bridges the gap between wide format
and offset printing. This printer is the only true short run, wide format
solution. Both digital and traditional shops can extend their productivity and
profitability with the Vortex 4200,” said Kevin Glosser, Director of Sales
for #1 Network. “We are extremely excited to offer this solution to our
customers. Finally short run, versioned signage and display can be both
profitable and efficient. Our tests have shown the Vortex to offer real world
productivity that is 10 to 20 times faster than the typical wide format and
flat bed devices employed today.”
“We are
extremely excited to have #1 Network come on board and support our domestic
efforts in marketing the Vortex 4200. Through our partnership with #1 Network,
we can offer a turnkey solution to #1 Network customers that includes media,
finishing and integration support, said “Michael Midkiff, RTI’s North
American Business Director for print solutions. “This full solution will
enable customers to realize new potential for managing larger short-turn print
jobs that are ideally suited for the Vortex 4200”.
extremely excited to have #1 Network come on board and support our domestic
efforts in marketing the Vortex 4200. Through our partnership with #1 Network,
we can offer a turnkey solution to #1 Network customers that includes media,
finishing and integration support, said “Michael Midkiff, RTI’s North
American Business Director for print solutions. “This full solution will
enable customers to realize new potential for managing larger short-turn print
jobs that are ideally suited for the Vortex 4200”.
For more
information about the Vortex 4200 please visit www.rti-digital.com.
information about the Vortex 4200 please visit www.rti-digital.com.
I also found an interesting article about Memjet wide-format
printers on FESPA.com
printers on FESPA.com
Will
super fast Memjet printers carve out new markets?
super fast Memjet printers carve out new markets?
By Simon Eccles (found on fespa.com)
9th May 2014
The arrival of
Memjet single pass inkjet printheads in the wide format market place has
certainly caused a stir. With a heady combination of high speed output and high
resolution what new opportunities does this create for wide format printers?
Memjet single pass inkjet printheads in the wide format market place has
certainly caused a stir. With a heady combination of high speed output and high
resolution what new opportunities does this create for wide format printers?
The past couple
of years has seen the announcement of four brands of wide format printer all
based on different implementations of the 42 inch (1,067 mm) Memjet
single pass inkjet printhead array.
of years has seen the announcement of four brands of wide format printer all
based on different implementations of the 42 inch (1,067 mm) Memjet
single pass inkjet printhead array.
Offered by Canon/Océ
(as ColorWave 900), ITL Digital (Vortex 4200), Xanté (Excelagraphix 4200P) and Fuji-Xerox
(as the Xerox IJP 2000), these are the Formula 1 of wide format, offering a
unique combination of very high speed at very high resolution, at prices
ranging from about €80,000 to €150,000.
(as ColorWave 900), ITL Digital (Vortex 4200), Xanté (Excelagraphix 4200P) and Fuji-Xerox
(as the Xerox IJP 2000), these are the Formula 1 of wide format, offering a
unique combination of very high speed at very high resolution, at prices
ranging from about €80,000 to €150,000.
Very
thorough article, read the full article at this link:
thorough article, read the full article at this link:
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