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www.images-magazine.com 64 images DECEMBER 2019 SOFT SIGNAGE Epson: SC-F6300 Dye Sublimation Printer “The choice of printer is critical to ensure consistent print quality, the widest colour gamut and the most vibrant colours [for soft signage printing]. Dye sublimation is the obvious ink technology, and we have a range of solutions,” says Epson. The brand’s entry-level unit, the 44” Surecolor SC-F6300 printer, has an optional take-up system for longer run work. For bigger jobs, the Surecolor SC-F9300 handles up to 64” width rolls, and is said to print at over 100 sqm/ hr. For both machines, all components – printer chassis, print head, ink, paper, firmware and software – are designed and manufactured by the brand. R A Smart is the exclusive distributor of the new HP Stitch range of dye sublimation printers in the UK and Ireland. “This ground- breaking technology has reinvented how dye sub is produced and, in doing so, HP has created what many are calling the first generation of ‘smart printers’,” says the company. The HP Stitch S300 is capable of printing on both paper transfer and direct to textile, and features a built-in spectrophotometer for consistent colour accuracy. R A Smart says it is the “world’s first” 100% front operating dye sub printer at 160cm wide, saving “up to 50% on space”. The S300 has been developed with productivity and preventative maintenance in mind. “One of the greatest benefits is the ‘up time’ they offer. For example, end-user replaceable print heads can be changed in a matter of minutes and fully aligned automatically, with virtually no operator input required.” S300 users are also able to log on to the HP PrintOS app, which allows them to view the latest status of their system, check the ‘health’ of the printer, install new colour profiles and more. “The HP Stitch Range should be on the horizon for anyone who is looking to get into the dye sublimation market or expand their current operation,” suggests R A Smart. The new HP Stitch S300 dye sublimation printer The Surecolor SC-F6300 dye sublimation printer from Epson R A Smart: HP Stitch Sublimation Printers