*Mimaki’s new textile pigment transfer printing system, TRAPIS, will be on display at Heimtextil 2025

*Heimtextil 2025 marks one of the first stops in Mimaki’s TRAPIS Roadshow – where this technology will be showcased in various open houses and tradeshows worldwide

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, announces its attendance at global textile tradeshow, Heimtextil 2025 (Frankfurt, January 14^th-17^th). The show, as the world’s largest trade fair for home and contract textiles, will give Mimaki the opportunity to demonstrate its latest sustainable innovation, TRAPIS, at its booth in Hall 3.0 Stand B96.

Following the system’s commercial launch earlier this year, TRAPIS is set to revolutionise the home textile industry with its environmentally friendly two-step textile pigment transfer printing process. By eliminating the need for pre-treatment and washing stages, TRAPIS reduces water usage by up to 90%, saving approximately 14.5 litres per square meter compared to traditional methods. This nearly waterless solution is ideal for diverse applications, such as home textiles, as it enables vibrant printing on a diverse range of materials —including natural fibres, blends, and synthetics—with a single ink type. Certified by ZDHC MRSL Lv.3 and carrying the bluesign® APPROVED label, the ink ensures both environmental and user safety, making TRAPIS a safe, eco-friendly solution for textile applications in sectors such as home décor, activewear, and fashion.

TRAPIS also streamlines production with its simplicity, requiring only an inkjet printer and a high-pressure calender, making high-quality, sustainable textile printing more accessible to print service providers worldwide. ​Its compact size allows for installation in limited spaces, such as the front of a print shop, and eliminates the need for costly wastewater treatment facilities. Additionally, the solution is easy to operate, requiring no specialised skills or complex maintenance and adapts to customer demands, even for short multi-material runs, while maintaining high standards for safety, colourfastness, stretchability, and breathability.

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Taking TRAPIS on the Road

Following the system’s announcement earlier this year, Heimtextil will serve as a stop on Mimaki’s global TRAPIS Roadshow, launched in Amsterdam with the Mimaki’s Textile Day Open House on 27^th November. Each stop will demonstrate TRAPIS to a different regional market, offering hands-on experience with the new solution and showcasing Mimaki’s innovation in the textile sector. The roadshow will continue into 2025, stopping in countries such as Poland and Spain, with more to be announced in the coming year.

Marc Verbeem, Product Management Supervisor, Mimaki Europe, comments, “As a global hub for innovation and creativity in the home textile industry, Heimtextil presents us with an opportunity to showcase TRAPIS. This technology not only simplifies production but also significantly reduces environmental impact, addressing the evolving demands of the industry. We look forward to engaging with the textile sector and demonstrating how TRAPIS can achieve vibrant, high-quality prints on a wide range of materials while prioritising sustainability.”

To find out the latest updates on the TRAPIS Roadshow, please see www.mimakieurope.com/trapis-roadshow

Mimaki’s TRAPIS Roadshow will commence worldwide across open houses and tradeshows throughout the year and into 2025

Mimaki’s TRAPIS solution provides a simple, environmentally friendly two-step process, consisting of an inkjet printer and a calender

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• Mimaki’s booth will feature applications made by students, companies and creatives using the 3DUJ Series, including Creapole Design School, Joao Teixeiria and Taketo Kobayashi
• The company will also spotlight its various initiatives created to encourage the next generation to experiment with full-colour 3D printing

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, announces its participation at Formnext 2024 (19 – 22 November, Frankfurt, Germany). As pioneers of full-colour 3D printing, Mimaki will showcase its 3D printing portfolio at its booth (Hall 12.1, Booth E59) and demonstrate its vast potential across multiple industries through various applications from companies and creatives across the world.

In disciplines such as design, engineering, medical and the arts, Mimaki’s full-colour 3DUJ Series allows users to create realistic, intricate prototypes, art pieces and models. This innovative technology is already installed in businesses across the world, but Mimaki is also actively supporting universities and other educational facilities to bring the benefits of colour 3D printing to their students.

“We want the next generation to fully explore the possibilities of incorporating full-colour 3D printing into product design, creative processes and education. To do so, it’s important to integrate 3D printing into the curriculum,” comments Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales at Mimaki Europe. “This is why Mimaki introduced ‘Academy Pack’, which gives registered educational facilities a discount of up to 40% off the purchase price of a new 3DUJ-2207 printer. What better way to learn than having hands-on experience within institutions, providing students with practical, future-facing skills applicable across industries.”

Mimaki’s 3D UV-curable inkjet printers, the 3DUJ-553 and 3DUJ-2207, offer the ability to print in over 10 million colours and utilise clear, translucent ink. These attributes enable students to experiment with complex vibrant designs and visual effects, improving their understanding of material properties and product aesthetics.

Mimaki also supports initiatives that enable students to access colour 3D printing outside of the classroom. Earlier this year, Mimaki, Adobe and Creapole Design School in Paris teamed up to reproduce product design students’ footwear designs as tangible 3D printed models as part of a three-day workshop. Created utilising Adobe 3D Substance Collection software and printed by the 3DUJ-553, some of these designs will be on display at Mimaki’s Formnext booth this year.

Mastering the Art of 3D Printing: Creating Detailed Figurines and Prototypes

Mimaki’s 3DUJ Series is also an excellent tool for creating figurines and prototypes, offering unmatched detail and vibrant, realistic colours.

Due to the precision and broad colour capabilities of the 3DUJ Series, this technology is ideal for the creation of detailed prototypes that closely replicate the final product. Printing in accurate colours is particularly useful for automotive prototyping, where seeing internal components or creating visual effects is crucial. The 3DUJ Series’ water-soluble support material simplifies post-processing, preserving intricate features, and its advanced colour profiling ensures that prototypes match the design. These features allow for highly realistic models that can be satisfactorily evaluated, before moving to mass production.

Through Joao Teixeiria’s module furniture, which will be on display on the Mimaki Formnext stand, visitors will be able to see Mimaki’s 3DUJ Series’ capabilities in product prototyping first-hand.

Bringing characters and creatures to life, the 3DUJ Series can also produce figurines and sculptures with intricate textures, gradients, and true-to-life skin tones. The option to print in clear or translucent materials adds dynamic effects, ideal for representing elements like magical auras, water, or transparent armour. With layer thickness as fine as 19 microns, the 3DUJ printers ensure that even the smallest details – like facial expressions and armour engravings or textures – are captured with precision.

Evertse adds, “It’s always so inspiring for us to see how our customers utilise Mimaki’s full-colour 3D printing technology, no matter the sector or application. We are excited to showcase so many different eye-catching and colourful 3D printing applications at Formnext this year, varying from more traditional and visually stunning applications, such as sculptures and fashion accessories, to the more experimental and unusual, like an augmented reality piano and highly accurate insect models. I’m sure with all of these clever and colourful creations, visitors to the show will not be able to walk by the Mimaki stand without wanting to take a closer look!”

Futuristic shoe designs by Creapole Design School students brought to life using Mimaki’s 3DUJ-553

One of two vibrant sculptures by visual artist Taketo Kobayashi to debut at Formnext 2024

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The latest Mimaki printers respond to market demand for high-quality, high-speed and versatile solutions in the sign graphic, textile and industrial markets

Two of the new solutions will be demonstrated for the first time at The Print Show in the UK

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, has today announced four new printers for sign graphic, industrial and textile applications. The CJV200 Series, a range of roll-to-roll print and cut eco-solvent machines, and the TS330-3200DS, a hybrid direct and transfer sublimation printer, will both be demonstrated for the first time in Europe at The Print Show (September 17-19th, NEC Birmingham, UK). These two technologies, alongside an entry-level flatbed UV printer, the JFX200-1213 EX, and Mimaki’s latest direct-to-film (DTF) solution, the TxF300-1600, will be commercially available in Europe in November 2024, and have been developed with new features, print formats and higher speeds to support customers ready to expand and futureproof their business

“At Mimaki, we are committed to driving innovation that meets the evolving needs of our customers and also anticipates future trends in the printing industry,” comments Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales at Mimaki Europe. “These four new printers were created to offer the industry new ways to expand and diversify print businesses with the confidence a high-quality, highly efficient Mimaki solution provides.

“Meeting various different challenges across the markets we serve, the CJV200 Series and the JFX200-1213 EX offer a stepping stone to businesses entering the sign graphic market, bolstering their production capabilities or looking to add new large format applications to their offering. The new TS330-3200DS and TxF300-1600 provide the flexibility, quality and productivity customers need to attract new business across the textile sector, enabling them to expand their application portfolios or seamlessly sidestep into new markets. We are confident that the availability of all four of these new technologies later this year will be highly anticipated by printers across the industry who are looking to take their businesses to the next level, whether that be in productivity, capacity, or application range.”

CJV200 Series: Simplicity and Stability

Using the same print engine as the 330 Series, the CJV200 Series is Mimaki’s new range of entry-level eco-solvent integrated printer/cutters. Designed to be more accessible for printers of varying levels of experience to operate and maintain, the model is equipped with several features to improve ease of use. These include an “ink saving function” that reduces ink consumption, a quicker print-head cleaning time and Mimaki’s Dot Adjustment System (DAS), which automatically completes bi-directional print and media feed adjustments, simplifying media changes and reducing operator errors.

With a high practical print speed of 17 m²/h, the CJV200 boasts one of the highest productivity levels for an entry-level printer and is able to handle seasonal variations in output volume. For improved efficiency and stability, the printer is equipped with Mimaki’s core technologies, including the Mimaki Advanced Pass System (MAPS4) to reduce banding and uneven colours, as well as the Nozzle Recovery System (NRS) to minimise downtime.

The CJV200 Series uses Mimaki’s new SS22 eco-solvent ink, which will be released alongside the printer. This safety-conscious ink does not contain increasingly regulated ingredients such as GBL. Building on the success of the SS21 ink, it has achieved the industry’s highest level of outdoor weather resistance and comes in an environmentally friendly paper cartridge.

TS330-3200DS: Versatility for Soft Signage and Home Textiles

The TS330-3200DS is a 3.2-metre-wide hybrid printer, capable of both direct sublimation printing on fabric and sublimation transfer printing on paper. This dual capability allows users to choose the most suitable printing method based on the fabric and the application, making it an excellent choice for both soft signage and home textile markets.

With its increased width and dual modes, the TS330-3200DS supports a wide range of applications. In addition to producing vibrant, large-format fabric signs, it can also be used to print interior fabrics like curtains, carpets, and bedspreads. The hybrid nature of the TS330-3200DS allows seamless switching between direct fabric printing and sublimation transfer printing, which is easily achieved by attaching or removing a platen.

This printer is equipped with Mimaki’s latest 330 Series engine and is capable of printing up to 150 m²/h at a print resolution of 600 dpi. Whether for short-run productions or high-mix orders, the TS330-3200DS ensures high-quality results in a short amount of time, making it a versatile tool for today’s fast-paced textile industry.

JFX200-1213 EX: High Productivity in a More Compact Size

The JFX200-1213 EX is an entry-level flatbed UV inkjet printer designed to meet the needs of businesses seeking a mid-size printing solution. With a print area of 1.2 m x 1.3 m, the printer’s size sits between Mimaki’s smaller-format UJF Series and the larger-format JFX Series. Despite being approximately 30% smaller than the popular JFX200-2513 EX model, the JFX200-1213 EX delivers the same superior image quality with resolutions of up to 1,200 dpi.

The JFX200-1213 EX can print within international A0 standards, adding to its versatility and making it an ideal solution for industrial customers who do not need to produce larger-scale items. It also benefits sign makers with limited installation space, allowing them to produce poster-size general-purpose signs and graphic panels effectively.

Offering a maximum print speed of 25 m²/h, the JFX200-1213 EX is also well-suited for businesses looking to scale up their production from smaller flatbed printers to a larger machine. Additionally, the JFX200-1213 EX supports six-colour ink sets for a wide colour gamut and enhanced image quality.

TxF300-1600: Higher Productivity in Custom Fashion and Interior Fabrics

The TxF300-1600, the latest addition to Mimaki’s Direct-to-Film (DTF) line of printers, is designed to meet the growing demand for high-productivity custom fashion and interior fabric printing. This latest model increases productivity by an impressive 30% compared to the TxF300-75. With a maximum print width of 1.6 metres, the TxF300-1600 is not only ideal for custom garment printing but also extends its application to large-scale interior fabrics, such as curtains and floor mats.

The TxF300-1600 incorporates Mimaki’s core technologies to ensure stable and uninterrupted operation. Furthermore, the printer uses inks that are OEKO-TEX® ECO-PASSPORT certified, meeting the stringent criteria for chemical safety and environmental responsibility.

Additionally, Mimaki announces the EMEA launch of the CFX Series, a range of high-end flatbed cutting plotters previewed during FESPA 2024. Now including a router option, the CFX Series enables precise cutting of commonly used materials within signage, such as acrylic and aluminium composite boards.

Mimaki’s TS330-3200DS dual capabilites allows it to offer both direct sublimation printing on fabric and sublimation transfer printing on paper

The CJV200-75 is one of the latest innovations from Mimaki’s print and cut, eco-solvent CJV200 Series

The flatbed UV printer, the JFX200-1213EX, offers a smaller size that doesn’t limit the applications possible for sign graphic and industrial printers

The TxF300-1600 is the latest in Mimaki’s successful DTF series of printers

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Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Tomi-city, Nagano, Japan; President & CEO: Kazuaki Ikeda), a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters and 3D printers, announces that two of its products, the “UJV100-160Plus”, UV curable inkjet printer and the TxF series “TxF150-75” and ”TxF300-75” DTF (Direct-to-Film) printers have received the “EDP Awards 2024” from the European Digital Press Association (EDP).

The EDP Awards honour innovative products in the digital printing industry, selected by the EDP Technical Committee, which consists of independent consultants, editors, engineers, and other graphic industry-related experts. In its 17^th edition, the EDP Awards recognised Mimaki in two categories: “Best Roll-to-Roll Printer Less Than 170cm” and “Best Textile Printer Direct to Transfer”.

The Award-Winning Products

• UJV100-160Plus – UV Curable Inkjet Printer

The UJV100-160Plus, won the “Best Roll-to-Roll Printer Less Than 170cm” award. With a maximum power consumption of 0.5kW, the printer uses approximately 20% or less power^* than eco-solvent and latex printers, reducing both energy costs and CO₂ emissions. New features like the ink-saving function and maximum 3-layer printing enhance its capabilities, helping customers to lower their running costs and expand application possibilities.                     

• TxF series: TxF150-75 and TxF300-75 – DTF Printers

Furthermore, The TxF150-75 and TxF300-75 won the “Best Textile Printer Direct to Transfer” award. These DTF printers have been rapidly gaining popularity in the printwear market due to their stability and reliability, overcoming common issues of DTF printers in the market such as ink clogging and ejection failures. Mimaki’s advanced technology ensures consistent performance over long periods, making them ideal for various printing needs such as custom t-shirts, sportswear, and promotional items.

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TxF Series – EDP Award Winner 2024

UJV100-160Plus – EDP Award Winner

From left – Arjen Evertse – General Manager Sales Mimaki Europe, Jean Poncet-Vice Chairman of the EDP Association, Marc Verbeem-Product Manager Mimaki Europe and Danna Drion-General Manager Marketing Mimaki Europe

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Mimaki launches eco-friendly carton ink cartridges to the global printing industry, significantly reducing plastic usage and improving recyclability.

This latest solution is another initiative by the company to support printers in reducing their environmental impact.

Mimaki Engineering Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, are proud to announce the global launch of its carton ink cartridges. This revolutionary move replaces traditional plastic cartridges with an environmentally friendly paper alternative, marking a significant stride towards sustainability in the printing industry.

We initially introduced the carton ink cartridges to the Japanese market in May 2023, and we are starting the roll-out to the rest of the world today. We expect the availability in the EMEA market this summer. Designed for use in Mimaki’s eco-solvent printers, these cartridges retain exceptional performance while significantly reducing environmental impact.

By transitioning from plastic to paper, Mimaki has achieved a remarkable 68% reduction in plastic usage per cartridge. This innovative approach is expected to eliminate approximately 44 tons of plastic and 65 tons of CO2 emissions annually, highlighting Mimaki’s commitment to a greener future.

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Moreover, the lighter weight of carton ink cartridges translates to an estimated 8-ton reduction in CO2 emissions during transportation, further contributing to a decarbonised society.

Recognising its groundbreaking design and eco-conscious packaging, the ink cartridge received the prestigious Industrial Packaging Category Award at the 2023 Japan Packaging Contest.

Innovating for a Greener Future

In alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Mimaki continues to champion resource-recycling management and technology.

Mimaki are also working towards sustainable solutions in various sectors, with the latest innovations including:

• Neo-Chromato Process: This innovative technology facilitates material recycling, leading to a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions through the reuse of textile materials.
• TRAPIS: The textile printing pigment transfer system enables printing on fabrics without the need for specialised techniques or expertise, promoting efficiency and sustainability in textile production
• M2COA: An automated packaging system for industrial product printing, which addresses labour shortage issues in the print service business by streamlining operations.

In addition to these solutions, all of which will be on display on its drupa 2024 stand, Mimaki has implemented environmental measures such as reducing cushioning material in 2L ink packs across all ink-producing plants as of March 2023.

Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales EMEA at Mimaki Europe commented “We remain committed to innovation in all parts of the production process, from the ink cartridges to the technology itself, in pursuit of a positive environmental impact. To respond swiftly to social and environmental needs, we see the importance of advanced technologies such as automation, high-efficiency and high-speed printers, and waterless textile technology.

“Through all these sustainable initiatives, we continue to be dedicated in making a positive contribution to the global print community and fostering a sustainable future for generations to come.”

For more information on Mimaki’s ongoing sustainability initiatives, please visit: https://www.mimakieurope.com/sustainability/

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Avery Dennison selects Mimaki’s UV Printer to launch the TrafficJet Xpress Print System, a solution set to redefine traffic sign production with UV printing technology

Mimaki Engineering Co. Ltd., a leading provider of advanced digital printing and cutting technologies, is proud to announce that Avery Dennison, a global leader in materials science and digital identification solutions, has selected its UV-curable inkjet printer for its new model of traffic sign printing system, the TrafficJet Xpress Print System. This new solution will debut at INTERTRAFFIC AMSTERDAM 2024 (Amsterdam, April 16th – 19th).

The TrafficJet Xpress Print System is a digital print platform that prints on reflective sheeting for traffic signs, vehicle marking, and traffic devices. Set to redefine traffic sign production, it offers the advantages of UV printing to sign shops at all production levels. A major advancement in the industry, it offers unmatched efficiency and quality in traffic sign printing as a result.

Since introducing its first system in 2013, Avery Dennison has been at the forefront of digitalizing the traffic sign manufacturing process globally. Furthermore, in 2020, the company expanded its offerings with TrafficJet Pro, a high-speed printer for high-volume production that utilizes UV-curable ink, enabling immediate post-processing without ink drying time and providing a more environmentally friendly printing solution. With a focus on quality and durability, Avery Dennison also offers a long-term digital sign warranty of up to 15 years for outdoor exposure.

Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales from Mimaki Europe comments, “We at Mimaki are excited to collaborate with Avery Dennison, combining our advanced UV printing technology with their expertise to create the TrafficJet Xpress Print System. The selection of our product by Avery Dennison to create this solution gives promising added value for customers in traffic sign production.

“Mimaki and Avery Dennison are both dedicated to expanding this collaboration further for the benefit of our customers’ business growth.”

Avery Dennison has selected Mimaki’s UV Printer for its new TrafficJet Xpress Print System

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Mimaki to showcase engineering excellence with innovations and initiatives that are set to future-proof the sign graphic, industrial, and textile industries, whilst driving environmental and social sustainability

Mimaki Europe, the leading manufacturer of inkjet printing and cutting technologies, has today announced that the company will be exhibiting at drupa (Dusseldorf, Germany, 28^th May – 7^th June 2024) alongside its global counterparts and the overarching brand, Mimaki Engineering Co. Ltd. In line with the drupa theme “We Create the Future”, Mimaki is using its booth (Hall 9, Stand A04) to demonstrate its innovative approach to the printing market, under its own theme “We Are the Future of Print”. Renowned for bringing some of the most pioneering technologies to the international market, Mimaki offer visitors an insight into its engineering excellence and showcase technologies and solutions that support the future productivity and profitability of the sign graphic, industrial, and textile industries.

“We are the future of print”

The bold, engaging theme chosen by Mimaki – “We Are the Future of Print” – highlights the company’s pioneering role in shaping the course of the digital printing industry over the past 20 years and marks its renewed commitment to drive innovation in the years to come, as Mimaki Europe celebrates its 20^th anniversary. As such, alongside its cutting-edge technologies, Mimaki will demonstrate how the company’s solutions can be integrated into the most advanced Industry 5.0 production environments for improved automation, with robotics and other smart machines working alongside people.

Sustainability will also be central to the Mimaki show at drupa. Sharing its vision for the industry’s future, the company will present its latest innovations, initiatives and practices aimed at supporting a sustainable development of the industry and substantially improving the environmental footprint of both customers and Mimaki itself.

Technology highlights at drupa 2024

Mimaki’s vision for a more sustainable future will be evident throughout the product line-up at drupa. The company will showcase its very latest in pioneering UV print technologies, designed to help users reduce energy consumption, minimise VOC emissions and generate less waste. Among the technologies from the current Mimaki product portfolio is the recently launched UCJV330-160, an integrated sign printer/cutter that features innovative 2.5D printing function to create embossed effects.

Also central to the Mimaki booth will be the JFX600-2513 flatbed UV printer and CFX-2513 cutting plotter, demonstrated as a complete industrial print-and-cut solution. Expanding Mimaki’s cutting plotter portfolio, the CFX-2513 is a high-end cutting solution which operates with increased speed and efficiency.

With the trend of customization on the rise, Mimaki will also showcase its range of direct-to-object solutions, including the UJF-6042 MkII e, which will demonstrate 360-degree printing with the Kebab HS unit. Notably, two industrial-grade UJF-7151 plusII UV printers will be working alongside a robotic arm, highlighting Mimaki’s commitment to addressing future trends in printing, particularly automation, and showcasing how Mimaki solutions can seamlessly integrate into automated workflows.

For the textile segment, Mimaki will feature the TxF300-75 for direct-to-film (DTF) printing, which has been gaining traction in recent years. Additionally, Mimaki will exhibit its revolutionary Neo-Chromato Process, a world first in cyclical textile technology. This process decolourises polyester textiles dyed with dye sublimation technologies, allowing the re-use of previously dyed polyester textiles. It eliminates the need for incineration and reduces energy consumption associated with recycling.

The recently launched UCJV330-160, an integrated sign printer/cutter featuring innovative 2.5D printing function to create embossed effects, will be among the technologies from the current Mimaki product portfolio on display at drupa

At drupa, Mimaki will showcase a fascinating display of inspiring, vibrant, and high-quality applications created with the company’s most advanced, energy-efficient UV solutions and other cutting-edge technologies

The JFX600-2513 flatbed UV printer will be demonstrated as a complete industrial print-and-cut solution together with the new CFX-2513 cutting plotter

Mimaki stand promises to ‘wow’ visitors

In addition to technology innovation, sustainability, collaboration and inclusivity are also key to the Mimaki vision, one example being the company’s work with Indian foundation, Tiny Miracles. The foundation, created to employ and support women in local communities, will produce environmentally friendly, Mimaki branded cotton bags especially for drupa, beautifully designed to encourage reuse.

Additionally, Mimaki will showcase a fascinating display of inspiring, vibrant, and high-quality applications in its very own ‘shopfront’, created especially for drupa.. New samples, real-life applications, and products showcasing Mimaki’s technology will pack the shelves, often surprising people.

Working Towards a Sustainable Future

Mimaki’s comprehensive and inspiring goals driving sustainability across the industries in which it operates will be at the core of its drupa presence. Marc Verbeem, Product Management Supervisor, Mimaki Europe, will be speaking at the Touchpoint Textile Forum (Hall 4 – Digital Textile Micro Factory) on both the 4th and 5th June at 14:30-14:50 on ‘Textile Transformation: Pioneering Sustainability through Digital Printing’.

Danna Drion, Mimaki Europe’s General Manager Marketing and Product Management EMEA, is hosting a drupa cube discussion, titled ‘The Diverse Benefits of an Inclusive Workplace’ on 4th June at 13.45. From the challenges women can face in male-dominated fields to engaging a younger generation, Drion discusses how Mimaki, and the print industry as a whole, can foster inclusivity and diversity.

“As well as previewing our exciting technology, we also understand that the lasting prosperity of our business and the businesses of our customers hinges on the well-being of the people and communities we serve,” comments Danna Drion. “Sustainability for us encompasses social and economic aspects too, including advocating for equitable labour practices and empowering communities.

“There are many reasons to visit Mimaki this drupa and we are so excited to welcome our customers and prospects from around the world. It is Mimaki Europe’s 20^th anniversary, so it seems very fitting that we have this opportunity to celebrate Mimaki’s innovative approach on this global platform. The products on display enable success and innovation today, and the technology previewed offers insight into Mimaki’s aim of transforming the industry of tomorrow. We’re looking to the next 20 years but, right now, we’re also counting down to the exciting, innovation-packed show that drupa promises to be.”

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• The new Kebab HS enables 360-degree direct printing on cylindrical objects, now extending to both sloping and tapered shapes.

• Named ‘HS’ after its high speed, this entry is three times faster than the previous Kebab MkII, making it an ideal efficient and high-quality solution for handling medium volumes.

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, has announced today the launch of the brand-new Kebab HS, debuting worldwide at FESPA Global Print Expo 2024 (Stand F10, Hall 12). Serving as an optional system for Mimaki’s renowned UJF series of flatbed UV printers, the Kebab HS enables seamless 360-degree printing on cylindrical objects, such as bottles and tumblers. This latest solution can also print directly on tapered objects, including glasses and cups.

The Kebab HS is the latest entry into Mimaki’s Kebab Series of optional systems for the UJF Series of flatbed UV printers. With over 1,600 Kebab units already installed in EMEA and an average of 1 out of 5 UJF users choosing to add this optional system to their existing workflow, UJF flatbed printers equipped with a Kebab option can achieve three-dimensional direct-to-object printing, furthering the variety of print applications possibilities.

Building on the capabilities of the Kebab MkII, the new Kebab HS takes productivity and performance to the next level.  Three times faster than the previous model, the Kebab HS significantly increases production efficiency and takes approximately 10 minutes to print per material, ideal for users handling mid-volume orders with a single printer. It also broadens application possibilities in UV printing further, by allowing personalisation on both cylindrical and tapered items with sloping sides¹.

Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales, Mimaki Europe, comments, “Here at Mimaki, we look to constantly innovate our existing products and create added opportunities for print service providers, and the launch of the Kebab HS is one of the latest examples of this. As an optional solution, it allows the users of our popular UJF Series printers to add another dimension to their product offering and up their competitive edge.”

You can quickly install the option by attaching the main unit to the UJF series print table. Certified service engineers are available to provide a seamless installation experience for all users. The current Kebab MkII and Kebab MkII L will remain available and are recommended for customers printing on small-diameters (50mm or less) and materials longer than 280mm.

Tapered cup printed on using Mimaki’s Kebab HS

Mimaki’s new Kebab HS fitted on the UJF-3042MkII e printer

[1] Maximum slope angle of 7.5 degrees

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Mimaki’s new textile pigment transfer printing system, named TRAPIS, makes significant savings on wastewater compared to conventional methods.

Latest innovation also broadens application possibilities for print service providers, with the ability to print on a multitude of materials, including natural fibres.

Demonstration of the system together with Mimaki’s inkjet printer, the TS330-1600, in Mimaki’s booth at FESPA Global Print Expo 2024 (Stand F10, Hall 12).

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, announces the commercial release of its textile pigment transfer printing system, named “TRAPIS”. Following the preview of the technology at ITMA 2023, this commercialised version, available later this year, offers an environmentally friendly and easy to operate solution for textile applications – saving almost 90% of wastewater compared to conventional methods.

TRAPIS provides a simple two-step process, consisting of an inkjet printer and a calender. The inkjet printer prints the chosen design with a dedicated ink onto transfer paper, which a calender then transfers to the application. Unlike conventional analogue and digital dye-printing methods, TRAPIS generates almost no wastewater. The only wastewater produced comes from the printer’s automatic maintenance. Since this method requires no pre-treatment or washing of the fabric, it saves around 14.5 liters of water per square meter compared to digital dye printing¹.

Additionally, this eliminates the need for wastewater treatment facilities, which can be costly and restrict the locations where the solution can be installed. The smaller size of the TRAPIS system allows installation in a limited space or even at the front of a printshop.

TRAPIS also offers print service providers an easy-to-use option for textile printing. As the process only involves printing and transferring, it does not require specialised skills to operate when compared to the more complex seven- or eight-step system for digital and analogue conventional printing. The lack of a fabric conveyor belt in the system further minimises the need for time intensive maintenance.

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Broadening the textile application possibilities for print service providers, the system can print on a wide range of materials, including natural fibres

Mimaki’s TRAPIS solution provides a simple, environmentally friendly two-step process, consisting of an inkjet printer and a calender

Further simplifying the process, TRAPIS is able to print on a wide range of materials, including natural fibres like cotton and silk in addition to blended fabrics, with just one type of ink. Due to this, the process can be flexible and adapt to customer demand, even with multi-material short runs. The accompanying ink has also achieved the ZDHC MRSL Lv.3^*2 certification and is bluesign® APPROVED, to ensure that it is both worker and consumer safe, as well as an environmentally friendly product. Like with Mimaki’s existing textile solution portfolio, the prints produced with TRAPIS maintain stretchability and colourfastness, without impacting aspects like breathability and water absorbability, important for sectors like home textiles, activewear and fashion.

Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales, Mimaki Europe, comments, “After the positive reception we received when we initially showcased the technology last year, we’re happy to now announce the release of this solution commercially at FESPA. Conscious of the evolving sustainability standards and customer demands, we created TRAPIS as an innovative and seamless system for print service providers looking to produce high-quality and vibrant textile applications, while keeping cost, time and environmental impact to a minimum.”

[1] According to Mimaki’s original research, digital dye printing generates significant amount of wastewater by textile printing conveyor belt washing and fabric washing after dye fixation (steam).

[2] ZDHC is a non-profit organization based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, that works to eliminate the emission of hazardous substances in the textile and leather industry.

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The JFX600-2531 and CFX-2531 form a comprehensive UV print-and-cut solution to increase application possibilities for print service providers.

Due to increased print-bed size, the JFX600-2531 is able to directly print on architectural substrates, including glass and plywood.

The latest CFX Series consists of three high-end cutting plotters with higher speeds and improved accuracy.

We will show full solution for the first time at FESPA Global Print Expo 2024 in Mimaki’s Experience Centre.

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, has today announced the launch of a full UV print-and-cut solution, consisting of the large format flatbed UV printer, JFX600-2531 and the flatbed cutting plotter, the CFX-2531. We will demonstrate both solutions together for the first time at the Mimaki Experience Centre in Amsterdam during FESPA 2024.

The flatbed UV printer, JFX600-2531, responds to market demand for a larger print size, following the positive reception of the JFX600-2513 launched in 2021. Offering the same high levels of productivity and maximum resolution of 1,200 dpi, the increased print-bed size of 3.1m in length opens up new possibilities for printers, particularly in architectural applications. Due to the expanded print-bed, the JFX600-2513 is able to print directly on commonly used architectural substrates, such as glass and plywood, which have a standard size of 3,000mm. Printing on these substrates commonly involve applying a printed film onto the surface, so direct printing allows for the original surface texture of the substrate to remain, excluding the design area.

Another feature carried over from the previous model is the 2.5D printing function, which creates texture to the surface of the print for added customisability and value.

To streamline production further, Mimaki has created a ‘Toggle Print Function’ exclusively for the JFX600-2531, which allows for simultaneous printing at the front and rear of the print table. Print operators can now set the print origin at two locations, meaning that manual processes, like replacing, fixing and cleaning the surface of a substrate, can take place while the printer continues to print on the other side. This works in conjunction with Mimaki’s core technologies to create a seamless workflow, including the NCU (nozzle check function) and NRS (nozzle recovery function) to reduce downtime caused by missing or faulty nozzles.

Expanding Mimaki’s cutting plotter portfolio, the CFX-2531 is a high-end cutting solution which operates with increased speed and efficiency. As a large-size cutting plotter – 3,190mm x 2,540mm – the CFX-2531 can continuously or alternately operate at the front and rear of the table. Offering an ideal solution for various sign graphics applications, the CFX-2531 can handle prints and materials such as stickers and signboards, as well as paper containers and corrugated boards. Including a table plane tracking function improves accuracy, minimizes material waste, and is crucial for V-cuts. In addition, it is possible equip to the cutting plotter with up to four types of tools at once to reduce time required for tool changing and adjustment.

The CFX-2531 is part of Mimaki’s brand-new CFX Series, which also includes additional two models – the CFX-2513 and the CFX-2550 – with a print table of 1,300mm x 2,540mm and 5,080mm x 2,540mm respectively. This series helps companies that want to grow their offerings by allowing them to expand the size even after installing the CFX.

Arjen Evertse, General Manager Sales, Mimaki Europe, explained, “As a pioneer in UV technology, we are pleased to announce a high-quality, high-performing UV printing solution to add to our extensive portfolio, which will serve to further expand upon applications for print service providers. We understand how important substrate versatility is for printers, especially when expanding to new applications, so created both products in response to market demand.

FESPA Global Print Expo 2024 offers an invaluable platform for us to demonstrate the capabilities of this full solution for the very first time, especially as this year’s UV Excellence Partner.” To see a demonstration of this latest print-and-cut solution at FESPA 2024, book a showroom trip via the following link: https://events.mimakieurope.com/showroom-visits.

To register for FESPA 2024, please click here and use the promo code EXHX24 to take advantage of a limited-time discount.

Flatbed UV printer JFX600-2531’s extensive print-bed size improves application versatility

The CFX-2550 is one of the latest high-speed cutting plotters from the new Mimaki CFX Series

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