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SOFT SIGNAGE Dye sublimation is, without a doubt, the most viable solution for producing soft signage, says Rob Goleniowski, head of sales for UK and Ireland at Roland DG. The Texart RT-640M is a dual-function dye sublimation printer, which lets users print onto transfer paper or directly to fabric. “Aside from Roland’s legendary build quality and reliability, being able to use both methods of sublimation printing gives print service providers the flexibility to branch into promotional items, for example,” adds Rob. The Texart RT-640M dye sublimation printer from Roland DG Roland DG: T exart RT-640M Dye Sublimati o n Printer Hybrid Services: Mimaki TS55-1800 Hybrid Services advises that garment decorators making use of wide format, roll-to-roll printing technology will most likely be using either a dye sublimation solution or a solvent printer/cutter. “Both printing solutions offer easy diversification into soft signage, but along distinctly different avenues,” the company points out. “For example, dye sublimation is a perfect option for printing polyester-based textile light boxes and exhibition graphics.” As Mimaki’s exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland, Hybrid offers its TS30 dye sub printer, which can print onto transfer paper up to 1.3m wide, as well as the TS55-1800 that prints up to 1.8m. “Solvent inks are ideal for printing onto products such as canvas, mesh and wallcoverings, which can deliver beautiful results on interesting substrates that share some of the creative benefits of textile signage,” Hybrid explains. Mimaki’s solvent inks are said to be ideal for display work, offering a “great lightfastness and colour gamut” with an outdoor life that makes them a great option for cafe barriers and event signage. “These two distinct areas both deliver excellent ROI, adding profitability and easy diversification into any print business,” Hybrid concludes. Mimaki’s TS55- 1800 printer f rom Hybrid Servi ces www.images-magazine .com 6 6 images DECEMBER 2019