Getting A Makeover

FLATBED WIDE-FORMAT digital printer manufacturers aren’t just tweaking the old workhorses — they’re giving them a full-blown makeover. Since the late 1990s, standard flatbeds have been the industry’s reliable muscle, but today’s models are leveling up fast. From automating the workflow between printing and cutting to diving into direct-to-substrate and ultraviolet direct-to-film (UV-DTF) sheet printing, equipment tech is strutting into a bold new era.

swissQprint Generation 5 Flatbeds

The new models are 23% faster than their predecessors and come with 10 freely configurable color channels.

Based on the same robust platform as the firm’s high-end Kudu model, these Generation 5 printers have a totally reworked platform and are ideal for large-format applications. Nyala 5 and Impala 5 complete the range of equipment using this redefined technology. The Generation 5 flatbeds are based on a completely reworked machine concept, with electronics and software included. The new models are 23% faster than their predecessors and come with 10 freely configurable color channels. An additional feature is that these printers have 2X roll output for more efficiency. With its modular design, it can be customized to a client’s individual needs.

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MANUFACTURER: SwissQprint
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Flatbeds + Superwides

DURST PX5 Flatbed and Roll-to-Roll Printing Solution

Equipped with 10 color channels.

Alongside Vanguard, Durst premieres the PX5, a versatile and efficient printing solution. It is designed for both true flatbed and roll-to-roll applications. Equipped with 10 color channels — including white and varnish for special effects — it offers ergonomic handling, unmatched flexibility, and consistent colors. Smooth gradients and sharp, detailed text also can be achieved. This new printer is part of the company’s extensive line of P-series equipment.

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MANUFACTURER: Durst
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Flatbeds + Superwides

Mimaki JFX200-1213 EX Medium-Format UV-LED Printer

This includes textured surfaces, ADA-compliant signage, and jig workflows.

The Mimaki JFX200-1213 EX medium-format UV-LED flatbed printer is designed for small- to medium-volume production, offering wide-format printing capabilities in a compact footprint. It meets the needs of PSPs and in-house print shops with limited space, delivering high-quality outputs across various applications. This includes textured surfaces, ADA-compliant signage, and jig workflows. It has high-versatility inks for printing to a wide range of rigid and flexible surfaces.

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MANUFACTURER: Mimaki USA
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Wide-Format Printers

ColDesi 500H3F and 300H3F Commercial UV Flatbeds

The 300H3F customizes cylindrical and irregular objects with exceptional flexibility.

The 500H3F and 300H3F commercial flatbed UV printers from ColDesi elevate direct-to-object and cylindrical customization. Designed for a range of industries, they deliver the versatility and performance today’s competitive market demands. The 300H3F customizes cylindrical and irregular objects with exceptional flexibility. The 500H3F handles high-volume jobs, offering a massive 63” x 47” print area and direct-to-object printing with special effects.

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MANUFACTURER: ColDesi
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Flatbeds + Superwides

Arcus Printers Monarch FB2436 Vision UV Flatbed

3D effects and premium finishes are possible.

Arcus Printers’ Monarch FB2436 Vision UV flatbed is built for direct-to-substrate and UV-DTF sheet printing. This next-gen printer eliminates the need for jigs and manual registration, featuring an advanced camera vision system, versatile media compatibility, and high-resolution output. 3D effects and premium finishes are possible with UV layering that supports gloss, matte, and textured results.

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MANUFACTURER: Arcus Printers
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Flatbeds + Superwides

Vanguard UV-LED Flatbed

The Harpeth automates the workflow between printing and cutting, reducing costs and boosting productivity.

Leading Vanguard’s lineup is the Harpeth Print-To-Cut workflow solution, comprised of the VK3220T-HS UV-LED flatbed printer, an in-line transport system, and the Vanguard edition of the Sharpcut digital cutter from Colex. The Harpeth automates the workflow between printing and cutting, reducing costs and boosting productivity.

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MANUFACTURER: Vanguard Digital
PRODUCT CATEGORY: Flatbeds + Superwides