Images Magazine Digital Edition February 2019

INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 16 images FEBRUARY 2019 Ricoh announces UK launch date for Ri 1000 DTG printer Ricoh has confirmed that the Ri 1000, the company’s new direct-to- garment printer that was launched at SGIA in Las Vegas, US, in October 2018, will be available in the UK in May 2019. The Ri 1000 is reported to print full-colour graphics at 1,200 x 1,200 dpi and promises automatic maintenance features and a built- in ‘Interactive Operation Guide’. Other features include quick-change magnetic platens, which are available in various styles and sizes up to 16in x 19.6in, and a durable steel construction. The new printer is said to be capable of printing a full-colour, 10in x 18in CMYK image in 28 seconds. Its automated maintenance sequences clean print heads and agitate white ink regularly, reports the company, as well as continuously monitoring the ink supply, air level and dampers, and adjusting where necessary. www.ricoh.co.uk Dickies unveils new product range for younger tradespeople Workwear brand Dickies has launched a new brand under the banner ‘Hard Working Since 1922’, which is aimed at younger tradespeople and includes T-shirts and beanies along with a puffa jacket, fleece and sweatshirt. “This latest collection celebrates our proud heritage as a workwear provider, while incorporating a style that’s very much of the moment,” said James Whitaker, marketing director. “As such, we’re expecting strong demand from younger tradespeople and those who take a trend-driven approach to their workwear – who don’t just want to be fashionable at the weekend. “While each item in the range naturally works well as a leisurewear option, all products have been created to our very high standards of quality, ensuring they provide the comfort and durability needed to support tradespeople at work.” www.dickiesworkwear.com Follow us on social media: @imagesmaguk Dickies has introduced a trend-driven range Sign & Digital UK opens 2019 registration Registration for Sign & Digital UK (S&DUK) 2019, which takes place on 2-4 April 2019 at the NEC, Birmingham, is now open. The show’s organisers have announced a number of new exhibitors, including Target Transfers and UK Feather Flags, alongside returning companies such as Sabur Digital, Hybrid Services and Roland DG, bringing the total number of exhibitors up to nearly 200. Rudi Blackett, Sign & Digital UK portfolio director, said: “It’s fantastic to have so many new companies at the show this year, as well as welcoming back a large number of returning exhibitors – their presence at S&DUK 2019 confirms the show’s continued ability to connect people and the industry.” www.signuk.com Sign & Digital UK takes place in April The Ricoh Ri 1000 will be available in the UK from May